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Vaccine bungle Shocked and distressed. That’s the reaction of Ashburton’s Gerard Rushton at news the Government somehow allowed $1.6 million worth of meningitis vaccines to go unused and be close to expiry. “That amounts to over 17,000 doses – which could have been given to an equivalent number of teenagers and infants – who are most at risk,” said Meningitis Foundation spokesman Rushton, who with wife Claire lost their daughter READ MORE P3 Courtenay to meningitis in 2014.

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Digging in: Clara Watson has been busy cataloguing items from the new Court Theatre site in Christchurch.

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Unearthing the treasures of Chch Daniel Alvey One man’s trash is another man’s treasure – or a woman’s in Clara Watson’s case. The former Ashburton woman, an archaeologist, has been digging around in the new Court Theatre site in Christchurch and has uncovered artefacts from 1850s high street shops. These treasures include leath-

er shoes and fancy fineware and were possibly unsold stock that was thrown away. Watson has been cataloguing these discoveries. “We’ve found a lot of archaeological features from the 19th Century,” Watson said. The collection totalled 55 boxes, which included thousands of objects. “The assemblage is quite significant because of the size,” Watson said. Watson said the objects found are from an earlier date than what they would normally find in Christchurch and being related to a business is also differ-

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ent with items normally based around residential activities. Because of the 2011 earthquakes, Christchurch has been going through a rebuilding process and Watson said this was a rare opportunity, as it is not often a whole city is being knocked down and rebuilt. “From an archaeological perspective Christchurch is very interesting. “We’ve done so much archaeology compared to other cities,” Watson said. After being removed from the site, some items do require special treatment to make sure they

do not deteriorate. “The leather shoes went in a fridge to ensure they did not go mouldy,” Watson said. Watson and the team from Underground Overground Archaeology, were involved in the process before the diggers broke ground. The work was done under the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Act 2014, which involves companies reaching out prior to construction, to ensure no damage is caused when digging foundations. “We stand and watch the diggers remove the dirt and work is

stopped if something is found,” Watson said. Watson is responsible for cataloguing the items found on a site. This involves, cleaning, photographing, and writing reports on the objects found. More locally Watson assisted in discoveries at the Ashburton Allens Road Chinese settlement, and monitoring the rebuild of the Ashburton Methodist church. At Ashburton College Watson had an interest in history, moving into archaeology after deciding that she could make a career out of it.

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Rushtons shocked that meningitis vaccines binned Malcolm Hopwood Ashburton’s Claire and Gerard Rushton are horrified the government has allowed $2 million worth of meningitis vaccines to go unused. The Rushtons, speaking on behalf of the Meningitis Foundation, said it’s incredibly shocking and distressing to know the life-saving vaccines will go to waste. “That amounts to around 16,000 doses we estimate, which could have been given to an equivalent number of teenagers and infants, who are most at risk,” Gerard Rushton said. While the foundation is unsure why they’ve gone unused, Rushton believes there’s been “little or no attempt by the government to educate people about meningococcal disease and raise awareness of these very effective vaccines to protect against what is a killer disease”. Over 2020 and 2021, while the vaccines sat on a shelf, Rushton said the foundation is aware of at least five young people, including three under-fives, who died from meningitis and one who survived, but with severe disabilities as a result. “Those vaccines may well have prevented those tragic deaths, that’s heart-breaking for us, who know only too well what it’s like to lose a loved one to this disease,” he said. “We feel so much anguish for those families whose loved ones could be saved.” Gerard and Claire Rushton’s 16-year-old daughter, Courtenay, died of the disease in 2014. The Ashburton Guardian sought responses from Pharmac, the agency that funds meningitis vaccines and the Minister of Health but, at its deadline, no reply had been received. The disclosure has reinforced the Rushtons’ determination to

Dr Shane Reti displays the petition at a Parliamentary media conference last week, handed to him by Gerard and Claire Rushton. have the vaccines included in the government’s immunisation register beginning with one of the most high-risk groups, teenagers. Claire and Gerard fronted a petition to Parliament last week signed by more than 6000 Kiwis, seeking funding for all 16-yearolds to get both of the meningococcal vaccines – which cover the most common strains of the disease. “We’d also like to see the vaccines properly promoted to GPs

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It’s incredibly shocking and distressing to know the life-saving vaccines will go to waste.

and educational facilities for students and parents as well as removing the cost inequity which means these vaccines are out of reach for the people who need them most, the low-decile, Maori

and Pasifika communities.” Dr Shane Reti, National’s health spokesman, has described the wasted vaccines as “a botched campaign”. “The expired vaccines are an

expanding nightmare for Andrew Little (the Minister of Health),” he said. “Last week it was $8 million of expired measles vaccines, this week it’s expired meningitis vaccines. Where does it end?” Dr Reti has called on Andrew Little to expand the criteria to make meningitis vaccines universal and he requests the minister releases other soon-to-expire vaccines to health providers outside the strict criteria.

Synthetic Nitrogen Fertiliser Limit What farmers need to do To help protect and improve our waterways, a limit now applies to the amount of synthetic nitrogen fertiliser applied to pastoral land. This was introduced as part of the Essential Freshwater package. Carefully managed, fertiliser is a useful farming tool. However, it can contribute to nutrient loss into soil and waterways, impacting water quality and in-stream life.

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Lilies are coming to the rescue Lili Haydon Buying lilies is helping save lives and Shirley Geeson of Rakaia’s Bakker Bulbs fame wouldn’t have it any other way. Geeson picks, cuts and places small bundles of different coloured lilies into buckets for roadside sales around Rakaia from February to April. This year, Geeson said they hoped to donate $5000 from the lily sales to the Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust. The trust is a charity organisation that relies on generous donors to keep their air rescue helicopters and air ambulance service running. Geeson said the $5000 target was because that was the cost of a rescue flight. They also wanted to donate to the trust because it provided a much-needed life-saving

service, especially in a rural areas. Geeson said they personally hadn’t needed to use the rescue service, but it was a cause Bakker Bulbs were proud to help out. Bakker Bulbs is a Dutch-owned lily production business, with its Rakaia site being its Southern Hemisphere lily cultivation and exporting base. Her husband, Adin Geeson, is a company director and has worked there for 22 years. This season had been a particularly tricky one for the Rakaia team because the flowers developed botrytis blight fungus, also known as grey mould. It caused circular reddish-brown spots to form on the leaves and flowers, which happened because of the wet summer and not enough wind to dry them out. Still, as challenging as the season had been, it hadn’t impacted on their air rescue trust donation motivation, which Geeson said they also planned to continue doing next year as well.

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Archdeacon Joan Clark (below) is ending her ministry at St Stephen’s Church on Easter Sunday after nine years as head of the Anglican Church in Ashburton. The Bishop of Christchurch’s warden, Roger Paterson, said Archdeacon Clark will go on study leave and then intends to live in the Christchurch area and be available for itinerant ministry. From May, the bishop will appoint an interim minister to Ashburton for three months.

Pendarves truck fire In the early hours of Tuesday morning, fire crews attended a truck fire. The fire was attended by crews from Rakaia and Pendarves. The fire was on Rules Road. A Fenz shift manager said by the time crews arrived the fire had been put out.

Lions convention Left – Shirley Geeson of Bakker Bulbs sells lilies in Rakaia to raise money for the Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust. PHOTO LILI HAYDON

Helping young Kiwis drive Lili Haydon Virtual reality is helping students become safer drivers and Ross Preece is rapt about it. The Ashburton College principal has made sure Ashburton College has a Gfactor programme. The programme uses a simulator which allows a student to navigate traffic and distractions on roads from around the country through virtual reality. In 2020 alone there was 79 fatal crashes and 509 serious injury incidents involving 15 to 24-year-

olds, according to NZTA. The car safety programme is needed, especially when young drivers were also the ones responsible for 67 of the fatal crashes. Dunedin-based Gfactor Technologies has created the simulator with new technology. Preece decided the college needed one after seeing the students at Timaru Boys’ High School using the virtual reality simulator last year. Now Ashburton students have been fortunate enough to use the simulator for the past month. And according to Preece the programme is gaining in popularity. This may have something to do with the fact that when a student books a session, they go

in the chance to win a UE boom speaker. The school only has one simulator, and with Covid restrictions there are no classes for the programme. But students seem to be using it during their study break and helping their peers figure out how to use the programme. “It’s not an apple computer, it’s complex.” Preece hopes this will also help Year 12 students to gain employment. “Not having a licence can be a barrier to getting a job,’’ Preece said. And with 70 per cent of New Zealand employees only hiring people if they have a licence, this will definitely help students.

The Lions District held their annual meeting and hybrid convention at the Braided Rivers Community Trust Event Centre on April 2. Garth Bateup was successful in his nomination for first vice district governor for the 2022/23 year, and Graham Edge was successful in his nomination for Lloyd Morgan Charitable Trust trustee.

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Mid Canterbury seniors and veterans are looking forward to April 12. From that date they’ll notice their superannuation and veteran payments increase. The increases, which reflect the cost of living, inflation and the average wage, apply from April 1 with the first payment being made in five days’ time with a part payment. They’ll get $817.32 fortnightly each before tax for a married couple who both qualify. A single person will receive $1076.48 before tax and a single person sharing accommodation will receive $990.20.

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Roads, drinking water big focus of 2022-23 plan Roads are amongst our most important assets and Council is proposing a one-off $1.7 million injection in its 2022-23 Annual Plan to catch up on maintenance in some areas.

budget, reducing the level of services could lower rates. But we want to know where people see that happening as we have already trimmed this budget as much as we can, and put off a couple of capital projects.” Council says some critical work must be completed as scheduled, including upgrades to water infrastructure in Methven, Mt Somers and Rakaia.

The floods of May 2021 had a big impact on the district’s roading network and since then Council has been trying to repair damage and get back to its cyclic major repair programme.

Mayor Brown said a further complication is the impact of rating revaluations completed in 2021, which reflect significant increases in urban property values compared to rural property values.

Mayor Neil Brown said using $1.7m from forestry reserve would go a long way to repairing more roads and doing more maintenance, which would stop a cycle of temporary pothole repairs. “We’ve heard very clearly that our community want roads to be a focus, so this funding would allow us to bring forward renewal of some key roads, which will help minimise future maintenance and the need to fill in the same potholes over and over.” He said the forestry reserve currently had a balance of $5.1m, which had built up over time from the sale of forestry and some

forestry land. “While it is unusual to allocate forestry reserve money to bring forward the major repair programme for our roading network, we felt the time is right to dip into this fund for this purpose. The forestry reserve will be left with a balance of $3.4 million.” As part of its Annual Plan consultation,

Council is asking residents what they think of using the forestry reserve to boost roading. Mayor Brown said Council was also asking if residents would be prepared to accept a lower level of day-to-day services if they wanted to reduce rates. “While record inflation and things outside of our control have affected this coming

“Despite the common misconception, a growth in property prices doesn’t mean the Council collects more rates, but it does affect how the rates are distributed amongst individual properties.” The draft Annual Plan shows Council aims to collect $44.264m in rates and its operating expenses for the 2022-23 year will be $70.6m. The difference is made up of targeted rates and other fees and charges, and returns on its investments.

Special challenges of this year's budget Ashburton Mayor Neil Brown says it has been a year of challenges, with the ongoing impacts of Covid-19, recovery from the May 2021 floods, high inflation and increasing Government regulation all putting pressure on budgets and rates. The proposed average increase for the district is currently sitting at 9.4%, although this will vary depending on area and property value.

“Just like any other business, the cost for us to purchase goods and services has risen sharply in the past year which is a major reason we’ve struggled to meet the 7.8% increase forecast in the LTP. “In response we’ve reduced budgets for some of our day-to-day services, particularly in areas where it’s likely to only have a small impact on the community.” Mayor Brown said one example is Council’s decision to review opening hours at the EA

Networks Centre after data showed only a handful of people were using the facility later in the evenings. He said such adjustments make a relatively small difference individually but add up when applied across all Council activities. “If the community was willing to accept a reduction in the level of service in some areas, we could make deeper cuts and that’s something we’d really like hear our residents’ views on.”

TOPIC ONE Reviewing our day-to-day services

Hamish Riach, Chief Executive

Let us know your thoughts We hope a good number of our residents will join us tonight for the first of our community meetings on the draft Annual Plan for 2022-23. It will be an opportunity to hear from the Mayor and wider Council about the discussions and decisions taken to this point, in what is universally acknowledged as a challenging year – thanks to covid-caused price rises and inflation. The meeting will be live-streamed in the same way that our Council meetings and other hearings have been broadcast over the past year or so, via Facebook and YouTube. There will also be a link on our Itsourplace.nz website. People do have the ability to ask questions and staff will be keeping 1

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an eye on the comments on both channels, passing on questions as they arise. Three face-to-face meetings are planned next week – at the Ashburton Event Centre on Monday 11 April, at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall in Methven on Tuesday 12 April and at the Rakaia Bowling Club on Wednesday 13 April. Elected councillors will be at those meetings and these gatherings provide another opportunity for people to ask questions about the proposed budget and talk about their priorities and concerns. There are other ways to be informed about the plan, which is available in full on our website and in summary form as part of the consultation document. People can also request consultation

We’d like feedback on two main topics:

TOPIC TWO

Using reserves to bring our major roading repairs programme forward documents be sent to them in the mail.

Community Meetings: ONLINE

Making a submission can be done online or on the form that is part of the consultation document, and Council will be accepting feedback until 5pm on Friday 6 May.

Thursday 7 April – 7pm itsourplace.nz facebook.com/AshburtonDC

All submissions will be read by both staff and Councillors, and people who want to speak to Council in person will be able to do that at hearings on 24 and 25 May .

METHVEN Tue 12 April - 7pm Mt Hutt Memorial Hall

Councillors will then consider the feedback and may alter the draft Annual Plan. The final version will be adopted in late June, before the start of the 2022-23 financial year on 1 July.

ASHBURTON Mon 11 April – 7pm Ashburton Event Centre

RAKAIA Wed 13 April - 7pm Rakaia Bowling Club

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Rakaia shares local history on new signs Stretching your legs at the Rakaia Salmon Reserve on SH1? Follow a newly-laid path and learn about Rakaia’s special history.

Annual Plan Ashburton community meeting, Monday 11 April, Ashburton Event Centre, 7pm Annual Plan Methven community meeting, Tuesday 12 April, Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, 7pm

The signs were officially unveiled on Tuesday by Mayor Neil Brown, who grew up on the banks of the Rakaia River.

Youth Council meeting, Tuesday 12 April, 4pm

He said the signs added another level of interest to the reserve, which had had a major makeover with new public toilets and landscaping.

The panels cover a range of topics, from facts about the nearby Rakaia River to early inhabitants of the town and how the surrounding land is farmed. The first settlers had to navigate the tricky Rakaia River before rail and road bridges were built, and many drowned. The first accommodation place was on the north side of the river, but Rakaia town eventually grew on the south bank. Its population today is about 1500 and local businesses mainly support the district’s productive farmers.

Lakes Camp and Clearwater Plan submission hearings, Wednesday 13 April, 9am (livestreamed) Annual Plan Rakaia community meeting, Wednesday 13 April, Rakaia Bowling Club, 7pm

Council Community Services Group Manager Steve Fabish said Lions members identified the topics they wanted to cover and spent many hours sourcing the information. “Our Council team provided support to help design the signs and also spent time collating and refining the information. “It is a fine line between providing too much information or not enough, but the intention of the panels is to capture people’s attention and hold their interest.” For those wanting to know more, the signs have a QR code, which links to more information and is also able to be updated.

RDR's fish screen is ready for public inspection An important piece of water infrastructure for the Ashburton District will be open to the public on Sunday, so people can see a new $17 million fish screen on the side of the Rangitata River before it is submerged under water. The fish screen has been installed over the past year at the RDR’s intake at Klondyke and is especially designed to keep young salmon, trout and native fish from being trapped in the main diversion race.

“Graham Pluck and the team at Plucks Engineering Ltd built the frames; the Lions club paid for all the materials and powder coating of the frames; and John McKimmie and his very able team of Lions volunteers installed the panels.” Council's Open Spaces team had also improved the playground and added new landscaping. “We are really pleased at how the reserve is looking and we hope Rakaia people will be proud of it too,” Mr Fabish said.

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.

• HAVELOCK STREET, from Park Street to East Street intersection

As part of the monitoring process once the screen is operational, some fish will be caught at the out-take and assessed to ensure they have safely made the journey.

Ashburton District Council is a shareholder in the company that owns and operates the RDR and councillors visited the fish screen this week, ahead of the open day.

Water is diverted from the Rangitata River for three irrigation schemes, two hydroelectric power stations and for Council’s stockwater network.

RDR chief executive Tony McCormick showed them how water would enter the canal and pass through the fish screen, which is made up of seven cylindrical screens that rotate, and a portion of flat screen. The screen and supporting concrete infrastructure will all be under water when operational.

Mr McCormick said nearly $3m had been spent on engineering design and management, which included computer modelling to ensure the fish screen would work as expected.

Councillors also saw where the young fish, including eel, would emerge and be diverted back to the river.

The open day on Sunday 10 April is free and runs from 10am until 3pm, but people need to book tickets at Eventbrite. The site is 6km from the start of Klondyke Terrace off Montalto Road. Allow 30 minutes drive time from Mayfield.

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Mr Fabish said the Rakaia Lions had generously contributed time, labour and money to the project.

Roads proposed to be closed:

Young fish that are swept into the intake are diverted by the fish screen back into the river, where they can continue their life journey.

5 Baring Square West Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 8.30am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm

Meetings are at Council Chambers, 137 Havelock Street, unless specified Annual Plan virtual community meeting, Thursday 7 April, 7pm (livestreamed on Facebook, YouTube)

Rakaia Lions Club took this on as their project to produce a series of historical signs, which tell the story of Rakaia township and its surrounding districts.

The idea for an historical walk had been on the minds of the Lions members since 2018 and co-incided with Council building new public toilet facilities at the reserve, which is a popular stop for travellers and locals alike. Rakaia’s giant fibreglass salmon is a feature of the site.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

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

• 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

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

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: • SMALLBONE DRIVE, from RIVER TERRACE to ROBINSON STREET • 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 Period of Closure: From 7.30pm, Friday 6 May 2022 until 8pm, Sunday 8 May 2022 RANGE STREET: From 6pm Friday 6 May 2022 until 6am, Sunday 8 May 2022 Detours will be available on adjacent streets and these will be signposted. 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

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.

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‘No policy change’ just due process, council says Jonathan Leask

Environment Canterbury insists there has been no policy change on wastewater consents in Ashburton’s north-east. What is happening is a process to keep the cumulative impact of individual wastewater systems on the already high nitrate levels of the area in check. There are currently eight applications, totalling around 30 homes, for resource consent for wastewater in this area with ECan. The majority are currently on hold at the applicants’ request, while Kingan Property Investments’ four-lot subdivision is currently out for public notification on its application. That lot is adjacent to an eightlot subdivision Kingan Property Investments created around five years ago that received wastewater consent. The applicants feel that ECan has shifted the goalposts on wastewater consents in the past year, but consents planning manager Aurora Grant said “there has been no policy change restricting septic tanks”. “The issue in this part of Ashburton is that due to existing environmental conditions, the number of drinking water wells in the area, and an increase in the number of applications for discharges from onsite wastewater systems,” Grant said. “We have been asking for more information from consent applicants on how proposed discharges will meet environmental

The Stockers (from left) Poppy, Brad, Robbie, Dean, and Ellie, stand at the entrance to where their home would be by now, if not for an ongoing hold up around wastewater consents. PHOTO SUPPLIED outcomes/targets and ensure discharges won’t impact the health of waterbodies and nearby neighbours.” The cumulative impact of more septic tanks being installed in the area is the issue with residential density increasing, Grant said, and it is important for ECan to ensure that drinking water is safe and environmental effects from discharges are mitigated. The applications are for advanced aerated systems, either discharging by drip irrigation or a sand trench, but Grant said they can’t remove nitrates which is what ECan is concerned about, and that’s part of the reason for the process being ongoing as

ECan continue to work with systems suppliers. Its policy remains unchanged, and Grant also said it was not a case of ECan being any more stringent than following the consent process. “We are required to assess each individual application on its own merits against rules and policies set out in regional and national legislation. “We are also required to consider all effects from a proposal, including cumulative effects. In this case, we have had an intensification of urban development, which increases the potential cumulative effects, and in turn, consideration of these risk factors.”

While the applicants go through a rigorous process to get wastewater consent, once a system is installed there is no physical monitoring of its ongoing compliance. “Compliance on newly activated on-site wastewater consents is completed via desktop officers covering the region. “The consent holder is sent a request to provide the installation certificate, as-built plans, photographs of the land application system, and maintenance contract.” ECan’s incident response officers only get involved with onsite wastewater compliance when there is a pollution complaint, she said. “In some cases, officers proac-

tively inspect for any discharges around tanks. “We are currently investigating our compliance history around 6000 septic tank consents.” Grant said ECan monitors nitrate levels in two wells in the north-east Ashburton area, one quarterly and the other annually.

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Hindsight suggests there was a major missed opportunity that is hampering development in Ashburton’s north-east. Installing reticulated wastewater services to Ashburton’s north-east area would cost “several million” dollars and it was something that was floated by the Ashburton District Council 20 years ago, but there wasn’t enough support from the residents. Now, without a reticulated wastewater and rapid urban development in the area, Environment Canterbury is putting a hold on progress due to the cumulative risks of additional septic tanks. An obvious solution to the consenting issues would be introducing a reticulated wastewater scheme. Infrastructure services group manager, Neil McCann, said no detailed work has been done on providing a wastewater service to the area, but the council “would expect it to be several million dollars”. “Based on the approach for pre-

Neil McCann vious extensions of this nature, the benefiting landowners would be expected to meet the capital cost,” he said. “The scheme extension simply becomes part of the wider Ashburton scheme, and the landowners would pay the prevailing wastewater targeted rate.” Compared to the costs involved in resource consents and ongoing maintenance of the individual systems, it could pose a better out-

come for the landowners and developers than battling the consents process. McCann said the council consulted on a reticulated water scheme to the area in late 2000, with the cost of the scheme estimated at that time at $1.7m, but there was insufficient support, around 12 per cent, to justify proceeding with the project. As part of that consultation he said the question was asked if the community wanted council to undertake a feasibility study on a reticulated wastewater service also. It fared better, with 28 per cent support, but was “still far too low to justify undertaking the feasibility study”.

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Cover story

Ashburton makeup and beauty artist Susan Zhen makes over her client Camille Dock.

PHOTO SUSAN ZHEN

Creative outlet a beauty Lili Haydon A student is turning her passion for beauty into a lucrative side hustle – and she’s indebted to her parents for helping make it happen. Susan Zhen, in her third year studying pharmacy at Otago University, lives in Ashburton when she’s not in Dunedin. Outside her heavy bookwork and exam schedule, she’s turned her love of makeup into an online product and in-person makeup business, displaying an impressive work ethic that she’s learned off her parents. “My parents are my biggest inspiration,” said Zhen, whose family own the

Tinwald Fish and Chip Shop and who moved to Ashburton after the 2011 Christchurch earthquake destroyed their hospitality business in the city. Zhen’s beauty offerings include doing makeup for people at weddings, 21sts and school balls and having started up an e-commerce (electronic) business selling lashes online. She also has her own Facebook page, Makeup by Susan Z. Most of Zhen’s clients are Ashburton or Timaru-based, but she’s hoping to expand the business, especially her lashes gig, which started earlier this year and had already resulted in 15 orders. Zhen said she was mostly a selftaught makeup artist, having picked up tips of the trade after watching YouTube tutorials. “It’s my creative outlet,’’ she said. “Whenever I see a new look, I will try replicate it.”

But it wouldn’t have been possible without mum and dad, who Zhen said sparked her beauty calling by taking the family on a holiday to America five years ago. It was on that holiday that Zhen discovered the makeup haven Sephora, an international retailer that sells over 300 personal care and beauty products, and only opened in New Zealand two years ago. “I spent all the money I had saved for the holiday on makeup,” Zhen said. It appears to be money well spent, with all Zhen’s hard work paying off for a passion that has suddenly become a nice little earner to boot. “It’s a great income for a student.”

Right – Susan Zhen shows off her lash extensions and polished makeup look which matches her dress perfectly.

Sharplin Falls track work now moved to spring Jonathan Leask Step by step the Mt Somers Walkway Society is returning access to Sharplin Falls. The society has received a $10,000 boost from the NZ Community Trust this week as part of its $434,233 community investments in the Canterbury region in March. Society president Charles Ross said it was another welcome contribution to the project to restore access to Sharplin Falls. Access has been closed to the iconic falls following post-earthquake rockfalls in 2011, but the walkway society plan to change that. They plan to construct a new track, and will take whatever money they can get to fund the project. The project includes constructing

and placing two new 30m steel bridges which makes up the bulk of the cost of the project which is estimated to be around $470,000. The project has been in planning for two years and now with mapping the new track and seeking access approval from DOC completed their focus is on funding the construction. Ross said they have received 12 tonnes of steel, with a value of around $53,000, for the bridges and were in the process of finalising the engineering specifications. They had hoped to begin working on the track itself before winter, but are now looking to a spring start, Ross said, and installing the new bridges via helicopter in October. Track works will also be waiting until spring. “We want to build it all in a short time period to avoid any risk from people heading up an unfinished track. “Once the bridges are constructed we’ll need access to their location so we can carry in the necessary equipment and material for their installation.”

The delayed start provides a silver lining of more time to gather funds. Earlier this year they fronted the Ashburton District Council over eligibility concerns for the council’s community project grant as, if successful, the funds wouldn’t have been available until after July, but with the shift in timeframe that will no longer be an issue. They have already been successful with funding grants from the Mid South Canterbury Trust and the Lion Foundation, and now the NZ Community Trust as well as other smaller grants and donations from local groups. Ross said the society has also applied to the Government’s Tourism Infrastructure Fund for $110,000.

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Some the damage to the Sharplin Falls track caused by rock falls following the earthquakes.

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emember a time when a sniffle and a bit of a sore throat was nothing more than a common cold? You’d stock yourself up with the appropriate treatments, throw yourself into bed for a couple of days and fight off the night sweats and the stinging aftertaste of throat lozenges and away you’d go again. That was only a few years ago, but it seems like a lifetime, doesn’t it? Such is the way that Covid has struck us, that we seem to find ourselves questioning everything. I’ve been rather poorly this week. Headaches, temperatures, sore throat and just general body aches and pains. Nothing unusual for this time of the year during a seasonal change, but for some reason it’s intensified considering the threat of Covid being out there in the community.

Matt Markham We’ve had the symptoms to look out for shoved down our throats like the proverbial swab test so much so that any inkling of one of the big three signs automatically leads itself to believing you’ve captured the pandemic that has changed the world. Twice daily rapid antigen tests (RATs) this week in my household can only be described as the same anticipation as awaiting a pregnancy test. You know a positive is going to change your life, even if only for a week, but it’s still huge. Thus far, I’ve failed to see double lines. Something I’m not

disappointed about, but more perplexed. Having watched family and friends fall to the Covid isolation chamber after testing positive, I feel like I’ve learned a little bit more on what to look out for. We all have in fact it’s just become a way of life.

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make sure he knew it. Yet they tested positive, constantly – and from the moment they started feeling a little off. And here I am sitting here feeling like the train went forward and back as many times as council workers are forced to revisit a lone pothole on a

I’ve doubted my self-testing ability so many times over the past few days that I’m pretty sure I’m starting to get a complex.”

My own symptoms and condition mirror another family member who was laid up for four days straight, positive with Covid, and feeling like he’d been hit by a freight train that then backed up and went over him again just to

Mid Canterbury road. And there’s not a positive test in sight. It doesn’t make sense; it actually invades your mind and leaves you wondering am I doing this right?

I’ve doubted my self-testing ability so many times over the past few days that I’m pretty sure I’m starting to get a complex. On so many occasions, despite the perils that come with it, I’ve walked up after the customary 15 minutes to look at a test, so convinced that I’m positive, only to feel a pang of disappointment when I’m not. It’s tough. You want to do the right thing by everyone out there in the community. If I feel well enough to step out into the world from my hermit kingdom of the past few days, I’ll do so. But it will be done with a hesitation that despite following everything that I should in terms of guidelines and rules I’m not 100 per cent confident I should. It’s a complex moral dilemma to find oneself in. But one in which you can’t just sit around and wait.

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

R.S.A. Indoor Bowls Weekly social indoor bowls from 1.15pm at the RSA Linton Lounge on Cox Street.

Ashburton Aviation Musuem 1-3pm, Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road.

Pickleball Ashburton EA Networks Centre from 5-7pm. Paddles are provided.

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MSA indoor bowls At the MSA 7.00pm start. New members welcome

Mid Canterbury Connector Provides low-cost return trips to Ashburton, Mondays to Fridays, any time between 9am and 4.30pm. Ashburton Aviation Museum 1-3pm. Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road.

Monday

St David’s Union Church 6am and 6pm at 48 Allens Road, Allenton. Womens Circuit Training. Age Concern Ashburton Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am. Ashburton Community Walking Group Mondays and Fridays at 10.30am. Walnut Avenue Pavilion. Mid Canterbury Linedancers Weekly beginner class 1pm-2pm, Easy intermediate & intermediate 2pm-4.30pm at the Tinwald Memorial Hall. Instructor Annette Fyfe.

Tuesday

Ashburton Menz Shed 9am-2pm at 8 William Street. St David’s Union Church Walking group meets outside the church at 9.30am, 48 Allens Road, Allenton. Waireka Croquet Club Golf Croquet, 9.45am Ashburton Domain off Philip Street Age Concern Ashburton Steady as you Go Gentle Falls Prevention Exercises. All levels of ability are welcome. $2 per 1hr session. • Held at Methven All Saints Anglican Church Chapman St at 10.30am. Rakaia St Andrews • Presbyterian Church Bridge St at 1.00pm. Hampstead Hakatere Church • Rooms, Oxford St at 1.30pm. MSA Tai Chi Classes at 10.30am. Cost $3 per session at the MSA on Havelock Street. Justice of the Peace JP available for all signing services on Tuesdays and Fridays at 12pm2pm. No appointment necessary. No fee. Community House, 44 Cass Street. Ashburton MSA Petanque Club Competition and social play, all welcome from 1pm at 115

Mid Canterbury Badminton Club Badminton Club night from 7-9pm. All abilities welcome at EA Networks Centre.

Wednesday

St David’s Union Church Women's Circuit training in the hall at 6am at 48 Allens Road, Allenton.

session at the MSA on Havelock Street.

Ashburton Woodworkers Clubrooms at Plains Museum site 1pm - 4pm. Device Drop-In Sessions Free Device Help Sessions at the Ashburton Public Library every Wednesday between 2pm and 4pm. Art Addicts Art Addicts (AA) is the Ashburton Art Gallery’s weekly art space for kids. Donations appreciated. 3 4.30pm. Mid Canterbury Linedancers Weekly beginner class 6.30pm7.30pm, easy intermediate & intermediate 7.30pm-9pm at the Tinwald Memorial Hall.

Thursday

Peace JP available for all signing services from 12-2pm. No appointment necessary. No fee. Community House. 44 Cass Street.

Every Tues and Fri

Age Concern social group Seniors social group with speaker, entertainment, quiz, exercises and morning tea at 10am in the Seniors Centre on Cameron Street.

St Stephen’s Anglican Church Evensong at 5pm Park Street.

Pickleball Ashburton EA Networks Centre from 6-8pm. Paddles are provided.

Saturday

Ashburton’s Farmers Market North end of West Street car park, from 9am - 12.30pm. Craft Market 9am - 12pm in the West Street carpark.

Ashburton Menz Shed 9am-2pm at 8 William Street.

Ashburton Ladies Friendship Club 9.30am, Sinclair Centre. Speeches, morning tea.

Age Concern Ashburton Ladies exercise class at 9.30am at the Ashburton Seniors Centre at 206 Cameron Street.

Ashburton Seventh-Day Adventist Church Morning worship on Saturdays at 10am, followed by Bible Study and main sermon at 11am. Ashburton Grace Presbyterian Church, 63 Princes Street.

Wednesday Walk Group 9.30am. Meet on Walnut Avenue on the west side of the Ashburton College Auditorium entrance.

Park Street Line Dancers 9.30am - 11am at St Stephen’s Parish Centre.

Ashburton Aviation Museum Ashburton Airport from 10am 3pm.

Mid Canterbury Badminton Club. 9.30am-11am at the EA Networks Sports Centre.

Ashburton Woodworkers Clubrooms at Plains Museum site 1pm - 4pm.

Age Concern Ashburton Steady as you Go Gentle Falls Prevention Exercises. All levels of ability are welcome. $2 per 1hr session. Held at Allenton St David’s • Church, Allens Rd at 9.30am. Held at Ashburton Buffalo • Lodge Rooms, Cox St at 10.30am. Held at Ashburton Buffalo • Lodge Rooms, Cox St at 1.30pm. • Held at Staveley Community Hall at 2pm.

Fit Kidz 10am at St David’s Union Church, 48 Allens Road. MSA Tai Chi Classes at 10.30am. Cost $3 per session at the MSA on Havelock Street.

St Stephen’s Anglican Church Holy Communion at 10am on Park Street.

Age Concern Ashburton Steady as you Go Gentle Falls Prevention Exercises. All levels of ability are welcome. $2 per 1hr session. Tinwald Holy Spirit Church, • Thomson Street at 11am. • Ashburton St Stephen's Church, Park Street at 1pm. • Ashburton Buffalo Lodge Rooms, Cox Street at 1pm.

Age Concern Ashburton Programme for the elderly runs Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am.

Ashburton MSA Petanque Club From 1.30pm at 115 Racecourse Road, Ashburton.

Pickleball Ashburton Every Wednesday from 9.30am 11.30am at EA Networks Centre.

Hip Hop for Seniors 10am-11am at the Ashburton Seniors Centre, 206 Cameron Street, Ashburton, $5. Waireka Croquet Club Association Croquet 10am 12am, doubles from 1-4pm at the Ashburton Domain off Philip Street. Golf Croquet 1.15pm draw. Ashburton open coffee mornings All are welcome at the Plunket rooms, 222 Cameron Street. 10.30am - 12 noon. MSA Tai Chi Class is at 10.30am. Cost $3 per

Friday

St David’s Union Church Women's Circuit training in the hall at 6am, 48 Allens Road, Allenton. Ashburton Community Walking Group Walking for about 30-40 minutes on Mondays and Fridays at 10.30am. Meet Walnut Avenue Pavilion. St Stephen’s Anglican Church Seniors Coffee Club, 2nd and 4th of the month at 10.30am, St Stephen's Parish Centre, Park Street. Ashburton Justice of the

Waireka Croquet Club Golf Croquet 1.15pm draw at the Ashburton Domain off Philip Street.

Sunday

St Stephen’s Anglican Church Holy Communion at 8am and 10am on Park Street. Ashburton Strollers Club Meeting at courthouse 8:30am. Grace Presbyterian Church 10am at 63 Princess Street. St David’s Union Church 9.30am at 48 Allens Road, Ashburton. Worship led by Rev Henry Mbambo. St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Morning Worship led by Rev Eric Mattrock from 10am at Sinclair Centre, Park Street. All welcome. St Andrew’s Anglican Church Holy Communion, 10am on the 2nd and 4th of the month at Thomson Street, Tinwald.

Hakatere Presbyterian Parish Morning Worship at 10am led by Rev. Johanna Warren. See website http://hakaterepresbyterian.com or Stay Connected newsletter for venue. Pickleball Ashburton EA Networks Centre from 3-5pm. Paddles are provided. Waireka Croquet Club Casual play from 1.15pm at the Ashburton Domain off Philip Street

Blacksmiths Open Tuesday and Friday 2-4pm. Admission is free but donations are welcome.

Every Thurs and Sat Ashburton Toy Library Open every Thursday and Saturday from 9.30am - 12.30pm, plus every alternate Tuesday afternoon 3.30pm-5pm at 106 Victoria Street.

Second Fri of every month In Colour, art and craft club Bring along your art and craft projects to share with others over morning tea once a month. 10.30am - 12 noon.

Second and fourth Friday of every month St Stephen’s Anglican Church Seniors Coffee Club 10.30am on Park Street.

Last Sun of every month Nor’Westers Muso’s Club All are welcome, as is any style of music. 2pm - 6pm

First Sunday of every month Methven Market At Methven Resort, from 9am to 1pm.

Monthly Ashburton Embroiderers’ Guild Meet Seniors Centre, 206 Cameron Street held on the first Saturday of the month 10.30am - 3.30pm, second Thursday of the month 1pm - 3.30pm, third Tuesday of the month 7pm - 9pm, and the fourth Thursday of the month 10.30am 3.30pm. Ashburton Horticultural Society Meeting 2pm Friday, April 8 at Domain Pavilion, Walnut Avenue. New members welcome.

April Events April 16-17 The Plains Railway Precinct Open from 11am - 4pm. View The Plains Railways Facebook page for updates. Tinwald Domain, Maronan Road, Ashburton April 20 Ashburton Travel Club 7.30 pm, St Davids Church Lounge, Allens Road. Monthly speaker Karen Peck - Chatham Islands.

May Events May 26 -29 Born Free – The Oscar Winners Celebrating 90 years of the Academy Awards. Brought to you by the Variety Theatre Ashburton. Tickets available from the Braided Rivers Trust Event Centre .

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ll Blacks and Blues halfback Finlay Christie knows an opportunity when he sees it and is reaping the benefit from returning to his home region to play DHL Super Rugby Pacific in Auckland. A combination of improved game time, a more successful Blues team, and exposure to test rugby with the All Blacks have Scots-born Christie performing at close to his peak, week-in and week-out. Christie played his age group rugby for Counties Manukau and attended St Kentigern’s College. Being closer to family and friends and knowing his environs had helped him settle in with the Blues, and he has enjoyed his time with the side. “It’s been a good couple of years so far,” he said. Having been part of the Chiefs (nine games in 2017) and Hurricanes (14 in

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Ashburton Guardian Thursday, April 7, 2022

Ashburton Golf Club

Another beautiful weekend found lots of golfers hitting the courses across the district. At Brandon, we had round 2 of the club champs qualifying, and the Big hunky Yorkshireman (should that be Chunky?) was in fine form again, shooting a nett 68 to just pip Greg Fleming on countback. Kevin Smith was a further 2 shots back on 70, with Richard Mac and Tim Newton snagging themselves 71s. It just shows how fickle the golfing gods are, when young Perry can shoot 81 off the stick at Tinwald the week before, then follow it up with a 99 at Brandon. Still, luckily for him, he was partnering Paddy again, so he managed the snaffle a free drink off David Rush and young Fritz, but true to form Perry returned the drink when he failed to get past the ladies tees on number 2. This Saturday we have the Brandon Cup round 3, at present after 2 rounds Terry K sits in the lead with 75 points, 1 clear of Kevin Smith. Paddy is on 72 and then Barry Jury, Paul Greer and Chris Lovelock are all on 71. Should be a very good final round with quite a few good players in with a shout. The whole draws this week is sponsored by our great friends at Gabites chartered accountants, many thanks to the lovely people there. Sunday pennants has kicked off, and as of writing I do not have all the results in, but I do have the Patterson ones. Dylan and his young pups got their dander back, came out yapping and nipping at ankles and managed to tip over a strong Tinwald side, good wins for Dylan, Tom, Jordy and Mitch and very unsurprising losses to young Spud and James. The old dogs welcomed Davey Hampton into the squad, and he kicked off with a great win, as did Arkright who was 8 up after 9. Captain Courageous had a half after being 4 down with 4 to go, but Greig, Bruce and Perry are all dropped for next time. Next round is early May. Well, that will do for now. Good golfing.

Ashburton MSA Bowling Club

On Saturday April 1 our bowling club held its season ending closing day, with members competing for our annual Hec

minutes. Any important business was dealt with, and members were thanked for their help and participation during the previous year. The Mid Canterbury Federation Representative Mavis Wilkins, then ‘took’ the chair and proceeded to conduct the Election of Offices. Those elected were: President – V McKenzie, Secretary – L Baughan, Treasurer – R Sheppard, elected to MC Federation – A Simister. Others were elected to the Committee. Hinds Women’s Institute is happy to help and serve in the community during the coming year. The March WI meeting was still held, but under the cloud of the continuing Covid virus restrictions. The planned picnic in the domain was cancelled and instead a few members assembled at the Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum to view the wonderful stone collection displayed in the Murney Room. There the collector described his gathered collection in detail via a video screen. In the main museum area the collection of old Ashburton town photographs provoked memories and a few – “I remember that!” calls. The April meeting is post Anzac Day, but will include war time memories and memorabilia.

Wayne McCarthy was able to display an impressive line-up of trophies from his efforts on the green this season. Harper Trophy. This event saw Tony Inwood paired with Gus Hurrell the victors, defeating Linton Muir and Russell Ward. Although closing day has been held, our green will be back in use over the coming weekend with the Mid Canterbury Sub Centre Singles Lowry Cup being played on Saturday, and we host fellow Chartered Club Richmond for our annual Loftus Cup challenge on Sunday to conclude our season. Good luck to our 2 members Wayne McCarthy and Linton Muir, who both qualified for the Lowry Cup. Our club trophies were presented on Saturday during our closing day. Seasons champions: Open singles Wayne McCarthy, runner up Colin Dennis, Pairs Robin Petrie John Withell runners-up John Argyle Shane Calder. Triples John Argyle, John Moffatt, Wayne McCarthy, Fours Colin Dennis,

Charlie Cleghorn, Syd Harrison, Gus Hurrell, Junior Singles Wayne McCarthy. Junior Pairs Wayne McCarthy, Gus Hurrell, Colts singles Gus Hurrell. Also Sub Centre Champion Of Champion Colts Pairs Gus Hurrell Russell Ward, Sub Centre Champion Of Champions. Congratulations to all. We have had a very enjoyable season with a great green to play on; thanks to greenkeepers Tony Inwood assisted by Russell Ward for their efforts to keep all bowlers happy, not an easy task. Thank you also for the support from fellow bowling clubs from assisting with the big task of resurfacing our green and supporting our tournaments. Enjoy your winter break.

Ashburton MSA Petanque Club

Last Thursday we joined with the Bowling Club and had two games each of

bowls and petanque. The result was that we thought the bowlers played better petanque than we played bowls! It was a great afternoon with great hilarity on both playing grounds, finished off with a cuppa. On Sunday the President’s Triples Trophy was won by Karen Bensdorp, Lyn Allison, Ian Hubbard; 2nd Mavis Thompson, Nicky Foden, Mick Little; 3rd Jan Guilford, Johnny Wright, Adelys Taraunu; 4th Joan Healey, Kate Marriott, Neville Bensdorp. Next weekend is a busy one, with the Stephen Kyle Mixed Doubles Tournament being held on Saturday. On Sunday the Ashburton Doubles are played, and with both games open to other clubs it will be a great opportunity to see some top players in action. It is fantastic to see five new paid up members at our club, and we still have more thinking about joining. There is a very exciting vibe at present, with lots of social and competitive games happening. From 23 April, we are going to be playing on a Saturday afternoon from 1pm, so just turn up at the pistes and you will be given instruction from two or three of our Committee members. Boules will be available for your use. We are starting off with a 6 week period to see what interest there is but we are prepared to do this for the winter months. You are most welcome to join us on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays from 1pm at 115 Racecourse Road. Learn something new and finish off with a cup of tea and chat in the clubrooms.

Hinds Women’s Institute

The Hinds Women’s Institute began the 2022 year with their AGM meeting. President Annette welcomed members and hoped everyone had had a pleasant holiday. The Aspirations and The Ode were observed, then the reading of the previous

The Ashburton boys were out at Brandon last weekend for their club champs qualifying.

Wakanui Women’s Institute

The March meeting of the Wakanui Women’s Institute was held in the Sinclair Centre. Vice President Dianne Carter welcomed a smaller number of members than usual to the meeting. Aspirations were recited. Personal greetings were read to the meeting from President Juliana. Motto: “Worry will never change the outcome”. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Members had very generously provided baking for the Cancer Society. “Display:” Family History Item” members had brought along many valued and treasured family items which were all very interesting. Reports from the Mid Canterbury Federation meeting, all WI’s were represented. Ideas for the Bays were given by most Institutes. Officers School will be held on Friday April 3 at the Senior Centre. The Federation thanked Sue Kent for efficient role as Minute Secretary and was presented with a gift. Dianne Carter and Isabell Page were nominated for Executive. Quizo/Cup Day will be held on July 31st. Speaker - Rita Wright was welcomed to the meeting. Rita shared with members the interest she had working at both the Public Library and the Ashburton Museum. Rita spoke of her early days of schooling at Murchison and how two teachers had influenced her early years of literature which led to her interest in the Public Library and the Ashburton Museum. As curator at the Museum Rita spent many interesting years learning about Ashburton and the surrounding district. Dianne thanked Rita for her very interesting life story and was presented with a gift. Next month will be our Birthday month. Afternoon tea brought the meeting to a close.

SPORTS RESULTS ■■ Bowls

Allenton Bowling Club

Firstly, a big congratulations to Donalda Watson becoming a Canterbury Champion Bowler, recently winning the under 5 singles Canterbury Championship. On behalf of all at Allenton club, well done. On Saturday April 2 Rollup Format was progressive Pairs. Results were as follows: Leads 1st Ken McLaren 3 wins, 2nd Dick Smitheram 2 wins 14 ends. Skips: 1st Barry Molloy 2 wins 1 Draw, 2nd Alan Leis 2 wins 15 ends. Upcoming Events: Sunday April 10 Rickard Cup, Sunday May 1 M&G, Cartwright Trophy, Sunday May 8 Walter Johnson Trophy. Lowry Cup Mid Canterbury Sub Centre sponsored by Ray Mayne Ashburton – Mens Lowry Cup Post Section Saturday 9th April at MSA Green. MSA green available Thursday afternoon from

12pm for practice. 9am start: J Nowell, R Kane, B Mayson, Craig Fowles, M Bassett, S Fleetwood, Report 11am: L Muir, J Drayton, M Lawson, W McCarthy, J O’Connor.

■■ Golf

Ashburton Veterans Golf

Results from final of Heartland Bank Trophy Results from 4th April play 1st= R Lambert 38, J Williamson 38, 3rd= C Alexander, I Beach, A Dixon, T Kerr, J Lattimore, W Mason 37. Winner of Heartland Bank Trophy: Robert Pawsey 110, 2nd = Ian Beach, Trevor Kerr, Peter Walker 109, 5th = W Mason and B Goodrich 107. Next Match Tuesday 26th April at Grand Vue (note change of date due to Anzac Day Holiday)

Methven Golf Club

9 Hole – March 25 – 2nd Stableford Baden Sommerville 51-18-33, 21 Stablefords, Wan-

da Campbell 45-7-35, 21 Stablefords, Mike Markillie 53-15-38, 16 Stablefords, Hiromi Ikehata 45-639, 16 Stablefords. PGG Wrightson Best Player Baden Sommerville, Café 131 Stableford prize Baden Sommerville and Wanda Campbell, Methven Travel 2nd Shot Alister Goodwin.

Tinwald Golf Club

Tinwald Ladies 5 April - Stroke Maree Moore 73, Karen Young 73, Di Lowe 74, June Bruhns 77, Marion Oakley c/b 78. 9 Hole: Lesley Glassey 37, Dianna Wellman 41 c/b Nearest the Pin: No 2 (2nd Shot) Murray Young Property Broker; Lesley Glassey, No 6 (2nd Shot) Sims Bakery; Di Lowe, No 12 Mac & Maggie; Di Bell, 16 (2nd Shot) Outdoor Adventure; Di Lowe, Memory Funeral Longest Putt; Dianna Wellman.

■■ Shooting

Mt Somers Rifle Club

Flex 86.1, Bree Greer 93.1, Caleb Greer 80, Tim Greer 96.3, Brent Frame 95.3.

Mayfield Rifle Club

Logan Wheeler 83.1, Lillian Snowden 89.2, Brooke Wheeler 87.3, Dylan Lovett 63, Chloe Lovett 86, Caroline Lovett 86.1, Hamish Dalzell 95.3, John Fleming 97.3, Carl Nordqvist 99.6, Andrew Donaldson 98.3, Martin Fleming 99.8.

SPORTS DRAWS ■■ Golf

Tinwald Golf Club

Tinwald Ladies – April 12 - LGU 3rd Norma Bradford Putting, 9 holes LGU Report 9.00 for meeting and start at 9.30. Starters V. Prendergast H. Hargreaves, Cards D. Bell Kitchen I. Divers, Roster convenor J. Bruhns.

Ashburton Guardian Thursday, April 7, 2022

RightonTrack Guardian racing

Mid Canterbury’s horse and dog racing action

Can Ricky upset the Superstars? Matt Markham There’s a little bit of local about tomorrow night’s Superstar Championship at Addington Raceway. Horse of the moment Cranbourne will look to extend his winning streak to four in the Group Two feature, worth $50,000, but he’ll be met with strong resistance from a good field of pacers, including a potential knockout hope with one Ricky May sitting in the bike. A G’s White Socks has returned from injury again and will make his third appearance of the campaign tomorrow, having caught the eye with a fast-finishing effort behind Cranbourne last week in which he ran out of room late. “It was a good performance, gee he made up a lot of ground,” May said after the race. “He feels good, nice and strong – we just need that little bit of luck.”

Luck hasn’t come in the barrier draw with numbers selected on a rating basis which has the Greg and Nina Hope trained pacer drawn wide, with many noted speedsters inside him. “The preferential barrier draws are hurting him a bit, it makes it very hard for them because they generally settle in the back half of the field.” With a hot pace guaranteed tomorrow, May’s best option will be to wait for his shot with the big pacer. His sectionals have been as good as most in both runs back from a spell, and if he can find the back of the right horse then he’s going to get his chance to get a win on the board. The Superstars Championship will only be superseded on the night by the Group One Fred Shaw Memorial NZ Trotting Championship, with a mouth-watering clash set to unfold among New Zealand’s best trotters. Recent millionaire graduate Sundees Son will go around a short-priced favourite, but his allocation to the one marble from behind the mobile will be some

Culvie Bun Crab Apple Goldstar Charm Denarau Delight Impressive Sonic Opa’s Joy Homebush George Amuri Batman Rebel Boom Ginger Shaw

cause for concern for punters. He’s not noted for his blistering gate speed and while good enough to sit parked and still win,

it’s that much harder with good horses on the marker pegs making you work. The first few hundred metres of

Tomorrow at Addington Raceway T M Williams 2 2 Waterview 3 Major Happy 4 4 Killinchy Kid G D O’Reilly K M Cox 5 131 Cardi B 6 5 Judine Korbyn Newman G D Smith 7 3 Mystify Me R4 MAIA HEALTH FOUNDATION MBL PACE NZD $20,000 1980m 18:36 1 33002 Le Pole Dancer P J Davis John Morrison 2 13362 Barnstormer 3 54742 Mighty Reactor K A Butt K M Cox 4 33737 Woodlea Diego 5 73487 Sneak A Peek Sh Tomlinson M J Williamson 6 35677 Luella 7 71240 Heaven On High Ben Hope Z C Power 8 60x78 Duffy Hollow 9 10333 Wavethebill R T May G D O’Reilly 10 32221 Bettor Be Sharp 11 0x261 Lancewood Louie T M Williams Stephen Boyd 12 50130 Angus 13 60344 Arden’s Delight S J Ottley R5 FRED SHAW MEMORIAL NZ TROTTING CHAMPIONSHIP NZD $100,000 2600m 19:08 1 11211 Sundees Son J R Dunn A G Herlihy 2 11112 Bolt For Brilliance

A L Hart L J Waretini R L Evans M M Grant J T Mc Inerney R Casey J T Mc Inerney J T Mc Inerney D A Roberts J M Jopson

T M Williams 3 x3454 Five Wise Men 4 112x2 Oscar Bonavena R D Close Ben Hope 5 x1161 Muscle Mountain 6 54463 Heavyweight Hero R J Butt B N Orange 7 22x27 Mataderos R6 COCA-COLA SUPERSTARS CHAMPIONSHIP NZD $50,000 2600m 19:45 1 63511 Heza Sport J R Dunn 2 596x0 Heisenberg 3 24341 Kango D J Butcher T M Williams 4 11142 Alta Wiseguy 5 30111 Cranbourne M J Williamson N P Williamson 6 x2224 Pembrook Playboy 7 45x48 A G’s White Socks R T May B N Orange 8 31169 One Change R7 HARRISON BLOY HANDICAP TROT $20,000 2600m 20:11 1 63139 Test The Boundaries Jason Ford Ben Hope 2 74260 Baxter 3 14502 The Bloss B J Borcoskie S J Ottley 4 42341 Sioux Princess 5 79281 Light Of Da Moon R D Holmes K G Cameron 6 71400 Red Harbour 7 88x00 I Dream Of Jeannie J R Dunn C J Dalgety 8 72411 Trixton Time

9 11234 Peregrine N P Williamson 10 26387 Missalyssa T M Williams R D Close 11 9849x Majestic Lavros 12 32140 Cochy Malc B N Orange 13 33811 Bj Lindenny J F Curtin Craig Thornley 14 32645 The Dominator R8 ‘CAPTAIN CRUNCH’ PASSING LANE PACE NZD $20,000 2600m 20:41 1 560 Justace B N Orange Sam Thornley 2 83471 Hey Tonight 3 75201 Maid Of Money 4 55212 Here’s Herbie 5 40800 Kingsdown Atom R T May M J Williamson 6 16530 He’s Tough 7 95440 Hidden Desire K M Cox Ben Hope 8 34742 Loyalist 9 0x513 Reformed S J Ottley L F O’Reilly 10 98180 Grinning Again 11 96772 Gronkowski G D Smith J F Curtin 12 76346 Teds Legacy 13 600x4 Emma’s Boy T M Williams J R Dunn 14 66220 Dannemora 15 22201 Sophia Bromac Sarah O’Reilly R9 FIRST DIRECT TAXIS MOBILE PACE $22,500 1980m 21:09

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Rollyourown Himself Midfrew Luisianabeau Callie’s Delight The Falcon Sugar Me Got You Covered

T M Williams J R Dunn M J Williamson R J Butt G D O’Reilly C J Dalgety Devon Van Til

Matt Markham’s Addington Selections Race 1: Hot To Trot, Martha Stuart, Navara, Salvo Race 2: Swagger Man, Aint No Angel, Swift Guy, Tempo Warrior Race 3: Waterview, Cardi B, Madame Delight, Mystify Me Race 4: Lancewood Louie, Wavethebill, Woodlea Diego, Barnstormer Race 5: Sundees Son, Muscle Mountain, Bolt For Brilliance, Oscar Bonavena Race 6: Alta Wiseguy, Cranbourne, Pembrook Playboy, A G’s White Socks Race 7: Majestic Lavros, Peregrine, Light Of Da Moon, The Dominator Race 8: Here’s Herbie, Hidden Desire, Dannemora, Ted’s Legacy Race 9: The Falcon, Sugar Me, Rollyourown, Callies Delight BEST BET: Here’s Herbie (Race 8) VALUE: Majestic Lavros (Race 7)

Christchurch dogs Today at Addington Raceway

R1 The Fitz Sports Bar Dash $2400 295m Type:C3 3 4 16:06 31155 317x7 23218 23346 15766 23172 18387 23637 71488 67x44

Ricky May and A G’s White Socks will be out to cause an upset in tomorrow night’s Superstars Championship at Addington Raceway.

NZ Metro harness

R1 IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE TROT NZD $20,000 1980m 17:19 1 65139 Rachmaninov T J Grant S J Ottley 2 x0810 Hot To Trot 3 45540 Salvo B N Orange J B Geddes 4 68640 Sods Law 5 88020 Madeleine Stowe P J Davis J R Dunn 6 54102 Martha Stuart 7 21808 Heavenly Strings D J Butcher 8 92065 Berrylicious Babe 9 45638 Clyde Craig Thornley R D Holmes 10 30021 Our Pegasus Pearl 11 42556 Navara Jason Ford R2 LIVAMOL MOBILE PACE $15,000 1980m 17:46 1 50495 Take A Hike John Morrison B N Orange 2 466 Major Gnp 3 744 Watch That Man T M Williams L F O’Reilly 4 64362 Swift Guy 5 Aint No Angel Brad Williamson D J White 6 4757x Swagger Man 7 2 Tempo Warrior S J Ottley R T May 8 7259x Man United R3 CHEVIOT HRC-’DOWNBYTHESEASIDE’ LEONARD MEMORIAL NZD $30,000 1980m 18:11 1 Madame Delight

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the race will be equally as important as the last. If either Bolt For Brilliance or Muscle Mountain can fly the gate and quickly find the markers, then the race becomes really interesting. Then there’s Oscar Bonavena, the once-touted king of all trotters in the land, who is on the comeback from injury and having just his second start from his Regan Todd base. He was excellent first-up behind Muscle Mountain a fortnight ago, and if he’s close enough turning for home then there’s a big chance he’ll give his rivals a fright too. From a local perspective during the night, the Simon Adlam-trained Wavethebill will be looking to overcome a wide draw and cap off some nice recent form with a victory, while maiden pacer Swift Guy is knocking on the door and finds a very winnable race for trainer Kerry O’Reilly. The Alan Ford-trained Navara could be one of the knockout chances of the night in the first race.

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R6 Dyna Dave @ Stud Dash $2400 295m:C3 17:43

1 72735 Homebush Sparkle J T Mc Inerney 2 15x26 Minter Rise J M Jopson 3 23327 Onesie L J Waretini C Roberts R4 Real Pet Foods Rolleston Sprint $2,700 295m 4 85227 Lucas Jewel 5 13334 St Andrews J M Lane Type:C4 16:58 6 15354 Elsa Blueblood J T Mc Inerney 1 37513 Barbara’s Angel J T Mc Inerney 7 46165 Know Hinder G A Cleeve 2 33447 Smooth Step M M Grant 8 61766 Opawa Stubborn J T Mc Inerney R L Evans R2 Clarkson’s Sign Studio Stakes $4000 520m Type: 3 23622 Goldstar Harper 9 71488 Rebel Boom D A Roberts 4 22321 Tiggerlong Demon D A Roberts C3 16:24 10 67x44 Ginger Shaw J M Jopson 5 23575 Amuri Patti J T Mc Inerney 1 7686x Oberon Bale D A Roberts 6 12167 Yoshi Moon A G Bradshaw 2 13612 Nalaya Bale C Roberts R7 Camside Stud Dash $2400 295m Type:C3 18:07 7 22762 Simon The Pieman A H Lee 3 36565 Best Ball A L Hart 1 11144 Sapporo Bale C Roberts 8 13363 Young Mase J M Jopson 4 62767 Dalisha Bale C Roberts 2 33821 Nighthawk Jink Matt Roberts 9 x7147 Mitcham Greg A G Bradshaw 5 34851 Tokyo Bird C Roberts 3 12422 Homebush Peach J T Mc Inerney 10 74341 Notorious Heist A G Bradshaw 6 52226 Diamond Warrior M M Grant 4 46428 Souffle Sue J T Mc Inerney 7 22376 Calculated Risk A G Bradshaw J T Mc Inerney R5 Thursday Place Pick Sprint $3600 295m Type:C5 5 25532 Amuri Early 8 11333 Not So Simple G A Cleeve Message 6 24316 Rowdy’s J M Jopson 17:18 9 47262 Peponi Bale C Roberts 7 11430 Caesar Lies A G Bradshaw 1 77241 Monty Mad Hammer A G Bradshaw 10 51451 Black Stockings A G Bradshaw 8 61878 Suck It Up A L Hart 2 46221 Smash Ready M M Grant 9 71488 Rebel Boom D A Roberts J M Jopson R3 Amber Cleaning Services Sprint $2400 295m 3 83716 Bushvale Briley 10 67x44 Ginger Shaw J M Jopson 4 114x8 Hilton Headache B C Dann Type:C3 16:41 5 86611 Penny Jane A L Hart R8 Active Electrical Christchurch Sprint $3600 295m 1 55555 Reddy Moth A L Hart 6 12346 Homebush Honey J T McInerney Type:C5 18:33 2 51253 Know Ratio G A Cleeve

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R11 Balcairn Stockfoods & CopRice Dog Food Dash $2700 295m Type:C4 19:48

1 33718 Bees Are Buzzing J M Jopson 2 41121 Goldstar Whitsy R L Evans 3 64546 Homebush Chloe J T Mc Inerney 4 41241 Emily’s Perfect J & D Fahey J T Mc Inerney R9 Selwyn-Rakaia Vet Services Stakes $4700 520m 5 26285 Amuri Andy 6 13233 Gary A L Hart Type:C4 18:58 7 23143 Spice Spice Baby A G Bradshaw 1 76263 Money Spinner C Roberts 8 81455 Diamond Harmony M M Grant 2 34427 Opawa Harper R Wales 9 x7147 Mitcham Greg A G Bradshaw 3 83551 Opawa Pip L J Waretini 10 74341 Notorious Heist A G Bradshaw 4 23333 Ripslinger Roxy A G Bradshaw 5 12513 Mandy Jewel C Roberts R12 Racing Again 8 April@12.12pm Sprint $2700 295m 6 16234 Epic Cruze J M Jopson Type:C4 20:13 7 4448x Jagetti Bale C Roberts 1 52753 Kikau D A Roberts 8 53348 Goldstar Yankee R L Evans 2 16467 Barber Cubed J M Jopson 9 46755 Fairly Able J & D Fahey 3 17346 Nighthawk Swift Matt Roberts 4 73526 Goldstar Flora R L Evans R10 Suck It Up Ltd Sprint $3600 295mC5 19:23 5 25321 Homebush Stasser J T Mc Inerney 1 51226 Opawa Oscar R Wales 6 316x7 Bandit Billy J & D Fahey 2 61213 Thrilling Millie C J Weir 7 32172 Homebush Jethro J T Mc Inerney 3 11217 Homebush Sirius J T Mc Inerney 8 41474 Thunder Hallows A G Bradshaw 4 25724 Amuri Luck J T Mc Inerney 9 x7147 Mitcham Greg A G Bradshaw 5 51541 Goldstar Ange R L Evans 10 74341 Notorious Heist A G Bradshaw 6 81371 Mable Jewel D A Roberts

16 SPORT

Emerging talent a top priority

A new Mid Canterbury Netball (MCN) initiative all about providing more development opportunities has wrapped up with an awesome two-day programme at the EA Networks Centre. MCN introduced a new Emerging Talent programme late last year, initially an idea to help secondary school-aged players develop and strengthen, but it ended up being so much more than that. They looked at how the Emerging Talent programme could also be an opportunity to develop and upskill coaches and umpires. Mid Canterbury Netball development officer/umpire co-ordinator Natalie Corbett said a three-legged stool approach was taken to it – the three legs of that stool being players, coaches and umpires. “If we’re doing something for players we need to look at how we can also incorporate our coaches and umpires in to what we’re doing, because for netball in Mid Canterbury to be strong, we need all three of the legs of that stool to be strong,” Corbett said. With that in mind, MCN coach developer Claire Tappin came up with the Ropu Whakaako concept as a way to include coaches in the programme by inviting them to come along and watch some amazing coaches in action,

Just some of the amazing young talent emerging on Mid Canterbury’s netball courts. while Corbett invited local umpires and umpire coaches along to the game play session to assist with their development. MCN’s Emerging Talent programme began late last year when players were invited along, either because they were part of Mid Canterbury rep teams in 2021 and would be eligible for rep teams again in 2022, or after being nominated by their club. They were given an off-season training plans and then came together for three Friday evening sessions, before the programme culminated in two full on days at the EA

Networks Centre at the weekend (April 2-3). Tappin said some amazing coaches came along to run each session. The Friday night sessions were taken by Andrea Cousins and Cindy Meadows, James Love and Sally Carr, and Kirsty Naish, who kindly took the place of Mainland NNL assistant coach Geni Ah Tong, who had to withdraw. Then at the weekend, former Mainland NNL coach Ronelle Van Dongen, Netball NZ NetballSmart development officer Hannah Coutts, and Netball NZ trainer Tom Houghton took the Saturday

sessions. MCN’s 2022 rep coaches, and a range of local coaches and players took sessions on Sunday focusing on position specific play in the morning, and game play in the afternoon. Tappin said a number of coaches took the opportunity to come along to the sessions to further their own development, which was great to see. With the 2022 netball season, and representative netball trials just around the corner, it’s hoped that the players who were involved with the Emerging Talent programme will now be ready to hit the ground running.

Ashburton Guardian Thursday, April 7, 2022

Lowry Cup to finally hit the greens Matt Markham They’ve had to wait a little longer than they were supposed to, but 11 of Mid Canterbury’s best lawn bowlers will shoot for glory in the illustrious Lowry Cup singles this weekend. After the initial day of qualifying was rained off, a rescheduled event was held for qualifying in the prestigious annual event, with some of the region’s biggest names still in play heading into Saturday’s post-section stage. They’ll do battle on the Ashburton MSA Bowling Green from 9am on Saturday, with six players to compete in the first round to find the three winners who will advance to the quarter finals of the event. Some big games are promised in that early round, with extra attention sure to be placed on the match up of Mat Bassett and Simon Fleetwood. Bassett comes into the event in good form having recently won the Mid Canterbury Champion of Champions singles events, but previous meetings between the pair have always been hard-fought affairs that go right down to the wire. Former winner Jeff Nowell will also do battle early doors, taking on Allenton’s Richard Kane, while Brent Mayson and Craig Fowles will square off in the other match. Those who get the free ride into the quarter finals include former winner, Michael Lawson, who is joined by Allenton clubmates John Drayton and Jock O’Connor, while home green advantage is on offer for both Linton Muir and Wayne McCarthy who join them. The second round is set to begin at 11am.

Seniors champions crowned Matt Markham Senior champions were crowned on the hallowed turf of the Braided Rivers Community Trust Tennis Centre on the weekend, and there was more than the odd surprise along the way. More than 70 players, competing across nine separate events, took part in the two-day tourna-

Shield squad Jack Tiller, Cameron McCracken, Tyler Leonard, Rhys Cromie, Jake Parsons, Connor Brosnahan, Jason Feutz, Riley Breen, Ryan Watt, Peter Leonard, Joshua Gilbert, Ollie Bubb, Peter Kirwan, Lee Gilbert, Gareth Evans, Tessa McCann, Ashleigh Leonard, Jess Aldridge, Maia Liu, Isabella van Dooren, Holly-Jayne Feutz, Jade Brosnahan, Jane Brosnahan, Dianna Leonard and Libby Feutz.

ment which caps the end of the tennis season for many players – although a few will still have an eye on what’s upcoming this weekend when the Browning Shield goes on the line. Play began on Saturday with both the men’s and women’s doubles, which were split into two divisions. In Women’s A, a fierce battled ensued in the final between the combination of Karen Tait and Debbie Wallace who took on Jane Brosnahan and Dianna Leonard. The match went to 11-10 in favour of Tait and Wallace, who then picked up the victory in the tie-break in an enthralling match which lasted almost two hours. The women’s B division went to Ann-Marie Halliday and Elaine Middlewood, who emerged victorious over Ching Evans and Lynna Mackenzie. In Men’s A the experience of Rhys Cromie and Peter Leonard proved too strong for a good field of players with the duo winning all three matches, including a tight one against Jason Feutz and Julian Main. Men’s B was played as an elimination, with Anthonie De Heer and Craig Tinkler winning the final over James Callaghan and Steve Edwards. Also competed for on Saturday

Ashleigh Leonard will step out for Mid Canterbury this weekend as they shoot for a ninth successive Browning Shield victory.

was the Men’s Doubles 120+ for combinations with a combined age of more than 120 years, and Robbie Bennett and Howard Wilson were the victors as the only pairing in the group to win both of their matches. On Sunday, action shifted to the mixed doubles with many strong combinations joining forces. Mixed A saw both Jane Brosnahan and Julian Main avenge their second-placings on Saturday to win the event, beating John Honeywell and Jo Edwards in the final. Mixed B saw Karl Mitchell and

Amy Truscott emerge from a field of 13 combinations to take the win, beating Robbie Bennett and Dianna Leonard in the final. Meanwhile, Mid Canterbury Tennis will look to sign off on the season in style on the weekend when they head to the annual Browning Shield, looking for their ninth straight success. Played against North Canterbury, Malvern and Ellesmere, the event is the representative pinnacle for the season and selectors have left nothing to chance in naming their squad for the weekend’s play.

The squad features a strong amount of depth, calling on local talents who have been impressing in the interclub scene in Ashburton or representing Country Mid Canterbury in Tennis Canterbury events. A number of players have also come into the side after plying their trade in the Premier competition in Christchurch over the summer, including noted female players Tessa McCann and Ashleigh Leonard. Jack Tiller and Cameron McCracken spearhead a strong men’s team.

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Puzzles and horoscopes

Ashburton Guardian Thursday, April 7, 2022

Cryptic crossword 1

Simon Shuker’s Code-Cracker

Your Stars

ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 19): Keeping up a frantic pace of life can feel reassuring on some levels, as all the interaction and responsibility can pass for a sense of importance. You’ll slow it down and learn something interesting about yourself. TAURUS (Apr 20-May 20): The dance of friendship is complex and seemingly nonsensical. Friends tell each other lies out of kindness, they tell each other the truth out of kindness, too. These decisions will be instinctive and immediate. GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21): Other people’s lives may look a certain way from the outside, but they may as well exist on Jupiter for all you really know about them. Concern yourself strictly with your own world today. CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 22): If the only way you can help others is silly and impractical, you just may be providing a more profound sort of help than you know. Everyone needs levity. LEO (Jul 23-Aug 22): The superior satisfaction of selfrighteousness can be delicious indeed, which is why so many cannot resist. But judging others is mightily unattractive, so maybe protect your looks with a “live and let live” stance. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 22): As much as you enjoy a good story, you also prize the days like this one, where everything goes so smoothly that there is no conflict or obstacle large enough to mention. LIBRA (Sep 23-Oct 23): The so-called secret isn’t one. And it’s not costly either. The “secret” is just another accessible option that people miss because it rather unglamorously blends in. Step back. What’s everyone overlooking? SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 21): It’s like only one door can be opened at a time. You open a new one, and that closes all other options. Move forward in confidence anyway because none of your options is drastically different from the others. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22-Dec 21): You have this ability to make other people feel that while they are with you, whatever the two of you are doing is preferable to what anyone else in the world could possibly be up to. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 19): Things don’t have to be high-drama to be exciting. In fact, these days, you prefer your drama to be in the world of entertainment, not in your real life. AQUARIUS (Jan 20-Feb 18): Your moods, behaviours, attitudes and actions will go down in history in the sense that others will remember what it’s like to interact with you. That reputation will be part of your legacy. PISCES (Feb 19-Mar 20): Life is not a test with option D, “all of the above,” and today you will need to make a definite choice. The good news is making a decision now saves you from making an excuse later.

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DOWN 1. Killed (5) 2. Liberty to act (4,4) 3. Senior citizens (colloq) (6) 4. Grave (4) 5. Criminals (7) 6. Inviolable (10) 9. Covering with water (10) 12. Made merry (8) 14. Large tent (7) 16. Stem of cauliflower or broccoli (6) 19. Sarcasm (5) 20. Doing nothing (4)

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Thursday: Fine, apart from some cloud and a possible shower in the morning. SW dying out in the afternoon. MAX

Midnight Thursday

Canterbury Plains

Thursday: Fine, apart from a few morning showers north of Ashburton, and some morning cloud elsewhere. Southwesterlies dying out in the afternoon. Friday: Fine with a frosty start. Evening cloud. Northwesterlies easing in the afternoon. A fresh southwest change in the evening. Saturday: Cloudy, with patchy morning drizzle, becoming fine in the afternoon. Southwesterlies dying out by afternoon.

A cool southerly flow is easing as a ridge of high pressure is spreading over the country from the Tasman Sea. The ridge covers New Zealand throughout tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday.

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Thursday Mountain weather hazard: Wind Chill. Early showers in the north, clearing and becoming fine in the afternoon. Wind at 1000m: S to SW 45 km/h, dying out in the morning. NW 50 km/h developing in the evening. Wind at 2000m: S to SW 55 km/h, easing to 30 km/h in the morning then turning NW 50 km/h in the evening. Freezing level: About 1300m at first, then rising to 2600m. Friday Mountain weather hazards: None issued. Fine, apart from areas of evening cloud. Wind at 1000m: NW 30 km/h, dying out in the evening. Wind at 2000m: NW 50 km/h, changing SW 30 km/h in the evening. Freezing level: About 2600m.

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REAL ESTATE IN MID CANTERBURY

Lifestyle with all the extras 1763 Pole Road Winchmore, Ashburton

Proudly marketed by Bayleys

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INTRODUCING

SAM GREGORY to the Bayleys Mid Canterbury residential and lifestyle team Sam Gregory combines ﬁrst-class service with an in-depth understanding of the Ashburton area property market. Sam comes to residential and lifestyle real estate sales after a background in property management. She has been a property manager in the Mid Canterbury area for the last three years. She understands the local rental market, with up-to-date knowledge of tenancy standards and requirements. This provides valuable insight for investors hoping to maximise returns.

Sam Gregory 021 028 38791 03 307 7377 sam.gregory@bayleys.co.nz

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Lifestyle with all the extras 1763 Pole Road, Winchmore, Ashburton Talk about thinking of everything! 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 homebased 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.

Relax in total privacy or entertain friends overlooking established gardens, complete with specimen trees, a pond, plus water features. Triple internal access garaging ensures plentiful storage for cars, boats and toys. Adjacent to the house is another spacious building currently used as a gym, workshop and additional garaging, offering the possibility of extra accommodation, hobby room, art studio or hangout space for teens seeking independence. Additionally, a recently built aircraft hangar presents yet more opportunity for storage. This fabulous location gives you access to Canterbury's outdoor playground with skifields on your doorstep and fishing, hunting, boating and hiking all within easy reach of home. Ashburton's shops and amenities are just 20 minutes away, and you can be at Christchurch airport in under an hour.

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Deadline sale

(unless sold prior) 12 noon, Thu 28 Apr 2022

Viewing

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WINTERING SHEDS • HAY BARNS • STORAGE SHEDS • STABLES • SECURE LOCK-UPS • WORKSHOPS • CAR PORTS 115 Alford Forest Road, Ashburton 7700 • Ph (03) 308 9099

Winchmore 1763 Pole Road 3.368ha

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 28 Apr 2022 201 West Street, Ashburton Phone for viewing times 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

Lifestyle with all the extras Talk about thinking of everything! 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 wellappointed 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. Boundary lines are indicative only

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OPEN HOME

Allenton 299 Racecourse Road 8.998ha

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 21 Apr 2022 View Sat 10.45-11.30am or by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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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OPEN HOME

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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Allenton 8 Windsor Street 2

For Sale offers invited over $415,000 View by appointment 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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NEW LISTING

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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OPEN HOME

Hampstead 145 Chalmers Avenue 2

Price on Application View Sat 10.30-11am or by appointment Sam Gregory 021 0283 8791 sam.gregory@bayleys.co.nz Rosa Dekker 0274 655 387 rosa.dekker@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Charming on Chalmers This well maintained and easy-care property is situated on an established Freehold 345sqm (more or less) section and provides the convenience of being a stone's throw from local amenities, such as the Netherby Shops and within walking distance of the town centre. The 130sqm (more or less) home features two well-proportioned bedrooms, with fantastic storage throughout. Kitchen and dining areas are open plan and heated by a heat pump. You will love to sit in the sun in the private courtyard, accessed conveniently off the conservatory.

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NEW LISTING

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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Ashburton Surrounds 14 West Bay Place 1,026sqm Price by Negotiation 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

Ready to build with approved plans Those wanting to build in the highly sought-after Lake Hood will be drawn to this 1,026sqm section in West Bay Place. Bordering a canal and set at the end of the cul-de-sac, with power, water, and sewer available at the boundary, it's the perfect blank canvas to design a waterfront home. House plans designed by Moore Architecture Limited have been approved and are available to view on request. The makings of a private jetty have already started, with the remaining timber available as an additional purchase. Located in the perfect spot for all kinds of water sports and recreational activities. Boundary lines are indicative only

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OPEN HOME

Methven 6 Inky Lord Lane 2,457sqm Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 28 Apr 2022 201 West Street, Ashburton View Sat 12.15-12.45pm or by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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 just to name a few. 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. Boundary lines are indicative only

bayleys.co.nz/5518064

OPEN HOME

Mayfield Lot 1 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road 5,425sqm

For Sale offers invited over $490,000 View Sat 12.15-12.45pm or by appointment Mike Preston 027 430 7041 mike.preston@bayleys.co.nz Simon Sharpin 027 631 8087 simon.sharpin@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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. Boundary lines are indicative only

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Methven 7-9 Methven Chertsey Road Excellent investment opportunity The Central Apartments are one of the few highquality accommodation options in the heart of Methven. Built in 2006, the Central Apartments offer six, two-bedroom units in total, all with private decks and views of Mt Hutt.

Methven Lot 4 Hobbs Road

1,952sqm

Heavenly located section

10,001sqm

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

Bordering the Methven Golf Course and just a 15-minute walk to Methven township, sits this 1ha (approximately) subdividable block of flat land. Fully fenced and with town water and electricity to the boundary.

For Sale offers invited over $620,000 View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

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FINAL NOTICE

Methven 12 Burgess Road, Staveley

Staveley 234 Flynns Road

Lifestyle and location

Country living in all of its glory, on this 7.2346 hectare (more or less) section. A paradise of established gardens surrounds this double-storey home that boasts six bedrooms and five bathrooms.

Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 7 Apr 2022 3 Deans Avenue, Chch View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz

bayleys.co.nz/5517923

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NEW LISTING

Are you searching for your sanctuary? This substantial house and garden present an opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy all the peace that comes with country living, the property just 20 minutes from Methven and Ashburton.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Fee Ensor 021 705 014 fee.ensor@bayleys.co.nz WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

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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 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.

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95 Fergusson Street, Rakaia

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48B Elizabeth Street, Allenton

1/63 Havelock Street

Enquiries Over $825,000

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

Price $545,000

Enquiries Over $425,000

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10 Cavendish Street, Allenton

6 Lane Street, Allenton

44 Dunford Street, Rakaia

36 Reighton Drive, Allenton

Enquiries Over $565,000

Enquiries Over $525,000

Enquiries Over $445,000

Enquiries Over $749,000

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• 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

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

46 Lot 2 McGrath Road, Elgin • Power and fibre to the gate • Quiet laneway • 5,000m2 section • Blank canvas

Price by negotiation Craig Philip 027 952 8722

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

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

13 McNicol Crescent, Allenton

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

• Three bedrooms • Separate lounge that flows into the kitchen • Eco-friendly log burner and heatpump • Double garage with carport

• A fantastic renovation project • Double garage & three bedrooms • 1,017sqm Section • Close to Primary school & Pre-school

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

113 Barkers Road, Methven

23 Company Road, Ashburton

8 Kelburn Place, Tinwald

Enquiries Over, $1,300,000

Enquiries Over $825,000

Price $718,000

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• 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

• Two living areas • Four bedrooms, master with an ensuite & walk in robe • Tiled showers • Double garage with internal access

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

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NEW LISTING/OPEN HOME

Allenton Location

First Home Buyers

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: Saturday, 10.45am - 11.15am

NEW LISTING/OPEN HOME

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.

A fabulous opportunity to purchase a home directly opposite the Tinwald Primary School. This property 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. Off-street parking and single car garage on an easy care section.

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: Saturday, 12.15pm - 12.45pm

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

Chance to Buy a Lovely Home

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, 10am - 10.30am

98A Thomson Street, TINWALD

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

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Style and Space

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.

By Negotiation Web ID AUT3254713 View: Saturday, 11.30am - 12 noon

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OPEN HOME

26 Mitchell Place, NETHERBY

Walking distance to local shops and school. Highly recommend you view this property. Don't delay call now for a viewing.

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Gardener's Paradise 53 McMurdo Street, TINWALD

141 Harland Street, TINWALD

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 Web ID RU3251415 View: Saturday, 3.15 - 3.45pm & Sunday 3.15 - 3.45pm

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

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

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 View: Saturday, 11.30am - 12 noon

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 View: Saturday, 11am - 11.30am

FINAL REMINDER

Luxurious Family Oasis 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

The Perfect Beginning 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!

Deadline Sale: Closing 4pm, Friday April 8, 2022 Web ID AUW3232969 (unless sold prior) Viewing: By appointment only

Tiny House Anyone?

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

Calling all Families and Fishermen

22A Albert Street, NETHERBY

This one bedroom home is waiting for new owners. One double bedroom with open plan living area and 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 so very easy care or you can design your own gardens.

This property is subject to completion of survey and title to be issued. Don't miss out on this exciting wee opportunity. Make contact and secure a private viewing.

Offers Over $265,000

Web ID AUE3142721

Irrigated Bare Land

49 Dolphin Drive, SOUTH RAKAIA HUTS

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.

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.

By Negotiation

Web ID RU2942686

Options are Endless

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

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.

By Negotiation

Web ID AR3248983

FOR SALE

75 & 79 Chertsey Line Road, CHERTSEY

This former Chertsey Tavern was built around 1890 and has been home to the current owners for the best part of 44 years. 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 and the current residential use. This two storey building provides up to eight upstairs bedrooms and large bar and lounge

FOR LEASE

downstairs. Excellent prominence from SH1 and would be well suited to a cafe or similar and would benefit from passing traffic. Comprised of two titles with spacious grounds, swimming pool and excellent storage sheds.

By Negotiation

Web ID CU3029266

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Boundary Road

65 Tancred Street, ASHBURTON

35 South Street, ASHBURTON

Offers Over: $475,000

By Negotiation

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

Two level retail and office building centrally located in the CBD. Comprising two separate tenancies well positioned to suit many businesses. Currently tenanted ground floor, upstairs office available. Pleasant decor and air conditioned, the perfect choice for a central office work space. Well suited to an owner occupier able to lease one tenancy or invest in the newly revitalised CBD. Web ID ACS3130548

Situated right in the heart of the CBD, these first floor offices comprise three large separate offices plus amenities. Pleasant decor and air conditioned, these offices provide an ideal office environment. The perfect choice for a central office work space.

Web ID ACL2970663

This property is near new with a recent extension and upgrade. Providing good standard of office with double glazing and reception complemented with a spacious warehouse. An appealing feature of this property is the fully secured and concrete yard. This warehouse has multiple points of access which provides options.

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Ashburton 4/272 Tancred Street Open Home

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Allenton 3 Churchill Avenue

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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.

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.

Here is an opportunity to own a spacious three bedroom townhouse within walking distance to town. This sunny private home comes with excellent living spaces which include a lounge, dining/living room and conservatory all flowing from one to the other. The three double bedrooms all have good wardrobes and are within easy access to the bathroom and separate toilet.

Something special here. A larger family home on two levels. Upstairs we have three double bedrooms with the large master having a walk in robe. The bathroom consists of a bath and vanity. A separate toilet also has its own vanity. Updated shower facilities are separate with wet floor showering.

For Sale Buyers $535,000+ View Thu 7 Apr 5.00 - 5.45pm Sat 9 Apr 10.45 - 11.15am Web pb.co.nz/AU100927

For Sale Buyers $392,000+ View Sat 9 Apr 10.00 - 10.30am Web pb.co.nz/AU11584

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For Sale Buyers $640,000+ View Sat 9 Apr 10.30 - 11.00am Web pb.co.nz/AU12362

Hampstead 5/11 Cox Street

Tinwald 37 Grove Street

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Four beds and four cars

This beautifully presented two bedroom townhouse is sitting amongst similar privately owned homes in 'Cox Mews', which is within easy walking access to a supermarket and town. The open plan living includes the kitchen, dining and lounge spaces, and enjoys sunshine and access to a private courtyard and garden area. The two bedrooms are a good size with wardrobes, the bathroom has a shower.

First home or investor. This brick 3 bedroom residence on a front site at the Ashburton end of Grove Street deserves inspection. Recently upgraded kitchen and bathrooms and redecorated. My current owner has built behind me and moving out soon. ** Please note- The ADC have advised the vendor that extra vehicle crossing culverts will be installed by them at their cost in the next 2/3 months.

Ticks all the boxes for a first home or an investment property with a tenant already in place paying $400 a week. • Partially double glazed and insulated top and bottom • Brand new heat pump • Brand new range hood in kitchen • Easy care section • Close to Intermediate, primary schools, shops and not far from town.

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".

For Sale Buyers $385,000+ View Sat 9 Apr 10.45 - 11.15am Web pb.co.nz/AU13717

For Sale Buyers $380,000+ View Sat 9 Apr 11.30 - 12.00pm Web pb.co.nz/AU13502

For Sale Buyers $415,000+ View Sun 10 Apr 1.00 - 1.30pm Web pb.co.nz/AU14077

For Sale Buyers $380,000+ View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AU100098

Tinwald 578 Boundary Road

8.0ha - Cranmore-Endless Options

8.0377 ha - Affordable lifestyle A great opportunity presents itself here to secure 8.0377 ha title only minutes from Ashburton and Tinwald services and amenities. A 100 sqm hardiboard 3 bedroom cottage situated on it's own section with unlimited potential to develop this property further. Plenty of room for sheds, yards and to add value. Quality Flaxton deep silt loam soil.

Deadline Sale closes 12.00pm Thu 28 Apr 2022 View Sun 10 Apr 11.30 - 12.00pm Web pb.co.nz/AL101091

Deadline Sale closes 12.00pm Thu 28 Apr 2022 View Sun 10 Apr 10.45 - 11.15am Web pb.co.nz/AL101092

Open Home

A unique combination of a quality Schist 300sqm home plus substantial 326 sqm workshop/storage situated on a landscaped section with mature trees and pond. An additional 88sqm (2004 built)-2 bedroom cottage located on Boundary Road make this a unique property with multiple accommodation options for extended/dependent family, employees or rental income. Situated on 8.0313 hectares.

Mayfield 2166 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road

Tinwald 451 Fords Road

Open Home

Dairy support/arable/lamb finishing A quality piece of irrigated soil in a well located farming area. 157.8176 ha approximately. Pivot and gun irrigation with BCI water. A tidy 3 bedroom home located only minutes to Mayfield. Proven history of arable, dairy support and lamb finishing. A great stand alone or secure your dairy support property. Arrange a viewing today.

Tender closes 3.00pm, Fri 8th Apr, 2022 (unless sold prior) View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/AR14549

Methven 337 Reynolds Road

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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OXFORD STREET CHURCH STRENGTHENING

Reopening to new beginnings

ast Sunday was a memorable day in the life of Hakatere Presbyterian Oxford Street Church. For the first time in four years parishioners worshipped inside their church building. Following the Christchurch earthquake, the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand, introduced tougher strengthening requirements. With Ashburton being in an earthquake prone area, both St Andrew’s and Oxford Street churches had to improve their safety standards. The church closed its doors in 2018, parishioners met the cost through investment funds and the roof and walls were reinforced at the cost of several thousand dollars. April 3, last Sunday, was harvest thanksgiving and also a celebration of the building’s reopening.

“It was another new beginning and a wonderful homecoming for members of the church,” Minister, Rev Johanna Warren said. The church was opened and dedicated nearly 52 years earlier, on September 27, 1970, but there was a Presbyterian presence in Oxford Street long before then.

After alterations, the East Church Hall was opened on September 26, 1946, and was part of St Andrew’s Parish. The minister for oversight of Ashburton East, Allenton and Wakanui was the Rev David Steedman. A new parish was formed in the 1950s under the leadership of Henry Lane and

was another new beginning and a wonderful “ Ithomecoming for members of the church

The first church building in the Hampstead area was two large structures purchased from the army camp at Westerfield in 1945 and transported to Oxford Street to be used for church services.

was named Trinity. With the growth of numbers in the 1950s, the Trinity Parish was split and St Paul’s was born, covering Hampstead, Netherby and Wakanui. Church services continued to be

held in the church hall, however it was agreed a purpose-built church should be erected. Fundraising schemes began with large scale parish dinners at the Radiant Hall, concerts and a garden party arranged. After visits to other churches, plans were accepted by the congregation in 1968 and the tender for building the church from Williamson Construction was accepted and work began. When the church opened in September 1970 by the Very Revd Dr J.S. Somerville, the financial cost came to $52,452 including a new Baldwin organ. The church, as it is today, seats about 250 people with another 30 seats in the upstairs gallery. Features include symbols on the life of St Paul shown on sandblasted panels and the 26 foot-high focal window, depicting Jesus as the Good Shepherd.

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ith parishioners back in their Oxford Street building after a four year upgrade, the church is now facing a future challenge. An anonymous author, writing in the latest parish bulletin, wrote these words last Sunday under the heading Moving Forward. “An advertisement that has been on TV recently lately always catches my eye. A father and his daughter are out driving and the young girl says: “Why is it that we can never see the future?” “How true and this is a good example relating to the Hakatere Parish. What is its future? We can’t all agree that Hakatere is an ageing congregation and allow it to dwindle out in number. So what is the parish’s future? Not a lot if we sit on our hands and do nothing. “There are endless opportunities in the

community that we could pursue – that is if we wanted to, accept the guidance and be prepared to carry them out. “Oxford Street Church is a good centre hub for many activities in the community with the local school nearby and a new subdivision in the making on the boundary of town with approximately 400 new houses being built. “The Oxford Street Church is able to adapt seating according to the various sizes required and to accommodate both large and smaller services and has always been regarded as a friendly church. “The church grounds have the scope to allow community events such as the annual fair and other church related activities. I challenge Parish Council to formalise one site by the end of 2022. “If you can’t think about the future, you cannot have one.”

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Jenny Scott has been a pillar of Presbyterian pilgrimage F

or about 75 of her 83 years Jenny Scott has been a driving force at Hakatere Presbyterian’s Oxford Street Church. Jenny was at last Sunday’s service when parishioners celebrated their first service back after four years away, but she was also a member of the parish for many years before that. Her first memory was going to Sunday School in the 1940s in the church hall in Oxford Street. Hampstead was a growing suburb and the Presbyterian Church believed it needed a presence on the east side of Ashburton. “We wore our best clothes to Sunday School,” Jenny recalled. “Miss Cairns was my teacher. She might have had a first name, but she was Miss Cairns to all the children.” Jenny progressed through Sunday School to Bible Class and Girls’ Brigade and then chose teaching as her career. For about eight years she studied at Teachers’ College in Dunedin and taught around Ashburton, but then, when a property in Oxford Street was offered for sale, Jenny and her husband, Alf, bought it. The purchase renewed her interest in St Paul’s as it was then called. It wasn’t long before Jenny became Sunday School superintendent with well over 100 youngsters attending. Sunday School was held at 10am, then some of them stayed on for the 11am morning service. The parish was growing and deserved its own church building. Parishioners set to and raised the funding for its construction. Jenny recalls cake stalls in the arcade, bottle drives, pea straw sales, recipe book sales and the men grew and sold potatoes as well as firewood. One means of raising funds depended on the size of a woman’s waist. Jenny remembers them getting the measuring tape out and, depending on their contours, they gave money. If a woman’s waist measured 20 inches, they gave two pounds. If your waist was greater than that, you had to hand over larger amounts. “It was just a fun thing we did,” she said.

When the building finally opened on September 27, 1970, Jenny played a key role. She was Sunday School Superintendent, bulletin editor, a member of the Association of Presbyterian Women and today she’s a member of the Parish Council and serves on the property and finance committee. Jenny has one vivid memory of the church just before it opened in 1970. She had some curious children in the Sunday School and they wanted to see inside the building before it was dedicated. But the minister, Rev Haydn Pirie, wouldn’t let it happen. The church had to be consecrated first before anyone was allowed inside. Jenny’s two children, Richard and Alastair, were christened in the

church hall and grandchildren have been blessed in the church. The Presbyterian form of worship has always been familiar to Jenny. “It was something I grew up with, my friends are there and I got to know many of the ministers and their families who served at Hakatere Presbyterian’s two churches, at Oxford Street and Tinwald, over the years,” she said. With the church building closing four years ago to have its walls and ceiling strengthened, Jenny and many parishioners have longed to be back. Last Sunday they returned to their spiritual home. “It was nice to be back and to hear the music again. I felt I was coming home,” she said. “I’ve celebrated many of the church’s milestones over the years.” Worship is held at Oxford Street on the first and third Sundays of the month and at Tinwald on the

second and fourth Sundays. While Jenny Scott acknowledges the church has an ageing congregation, she wants it to remain the centre of worship in Hampstead.

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Ten top tips to prepare for your Open Home 1. Eliminate half of your belongings, as clutter can cost a sale.

2. Rent a high-pressure water cleaner to help you clean the outside of the house.

3. Make sure the front door is inviting. Paint the door if needed. Also, replace any outdated outdoor lighting fixtures.

4. Organise all closets and drawers. Buyers might look there.

5. Make any necessary repairs so that buyers don’t have to add that to their list of expenses.

6. Rearrange furniture to make rooms appear as large as possible.

7. Make every surface shine, from cornices to skirting boards. Don’t forget interior windows, mirrors and floors.

8. Scrub every inch of the kitchen and bathrooms.

9. Depersonalise each room, removing photo frames and posters or artwork.

10. Let go emotionally of your home, and get ready for an offer!

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING Proving your identity when buying or selling a house

From 1 January 2019, real estate agents are required to verify the identity of their vendors in accordance with Anti-Money Laundering legislation. In some situations, real estate agents will also be required to verify the identity of purchasers. If your real estate agent cannot verify your identity in line with the legislation, they will not be able to act for you. Identity verification can take days and sometimes weeks if a Trust or company is involved, or where parties reside overseas.

The below gives an indication of some of the documents your real estate agent may ask you to present in person or as a certified document as part of this process: Individuals: Passport, NZ Firearms Licence or NZ Drivers Licence with another document such as a bank statement or statement issued by a Government agency. You will also need to provide a document with your residential address (for example, a utility bill).

Trusts: The Trust Deed and, for all trustees and settlors, the information required for individuals as noted above, together with information regarding the Trust’s source of funds or wealth. Additional information may also be required for beneficiaries and appointers.

Companies: Details of the company, together with the information for individuals noted above for every individual with more than a 25% shareholding, all individuals with effective control of the company and all individuals acting on behalf of the company. Information regarding source of funds or wealth may also be required.

Note: The above list is not exhaustive and is indicative only. Your real estate agent will assist you with the specific requirements in relation to your situation. DISCLAIMER: The material and information contained herein is for general information purposes only and is not intended to form professional legal advice. REINZ does not accept liability for any claim or other action that may arise directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on the material and information provided herein. REINZ recommends you seek independent legal advice if you are unsure of your legal position.

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