Take a break in Ashburton

Take a break in Ashburton The Ashburton community welcome’s you to spend some relaxing time with us – only one hour down the road

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hearty southern fare all matched to the great Speight’s beers, or if you prefer the grape, there are many great New Zealand and international wines on offer.

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Cont Co ntemp ntem em mporary y din inin ing in n the hea art of of Mi Mid dC Ca anterbu bu ury y Versatility, elegance and a vibrant atmosphere is what the newest restaurant in the region provides, along with a delectable cuisine from a range of menus. Try our ‘gold standard’ juicy steaks cooked using the only Montague Steakhouse Broiler of its kind in the South Island.

Bar and casual dining open 7 days 11.00am till late. Restaurant open Tuesday to Saturday from 5.30pm.

Experience our new direction - mention this advert and receive a free glass of house wine or 12oz tap beer when dining.

cnr burnett & cass streets ashburton - ph 03 307 2540 www.braidedrivers.co.nz

Ashburton Speight’s Ale House offers a welcoming environment that showcases Speight’s Brewery’s authentic southern heritage.

Mention this advert and receive a free glass house wine or 12oz tap beer when dining

The menu offers a selection of quality,

Open 7 days 11.00 am till late

245 Burnett Street, Ashburton - Ph 03 308 5980 cafĂŠ deli wine + spirits

Stables Family Restaurant and Bar offers a delicious selection of great food and wine, including black board specials every day!

All the family classic’s including shrimp cocktail, crumbed sole fillet,

Somerset grocer is all about great Must at Som buy food‌and brings you the best local an nd erset G rocer international produce Cheese The somerset cafÊ, offers breakfast harva rti 200 gm and lunch from a fresh seasonal salad d Boccoc ini 200 gm or a sensational sandwich, Goat fe ta 320 Cured to a freshly baked muffin, eggs meat S gm panish benedict or just a great coffee. chorizo 250gm P r osciuit Enjoy a local wine from a boutique to di pa rma vineyard, and share a cheese 60gm Gf chic platter with friends or select a ke Rougie n stock special bottle to take home. goose fa t Open Monday - Friday 8am till 5.30pm, & Saturday 9am - 3pm

surf and turf, pork ribs and beef schnitzel.

A Kid’s Room includes chalk board, ball pit, and play stations. You and your children will feel welcome when dining as a family.

Main South Road, Tinwald, Ashburton Phone 03 308 7505 - www.tinwaldmotels.co.nz

Built in 2009 it is the closest property to Lake Hood, for boating, water skiing, swimming and other recreational activities • 5 minutes to shopping precinct • Quiet Deluxe Kitchenette or Full Kitchen Studio’s • King or Queen beds, electric blankets, heating and air conditioned • Laundry facilities • Fully licensed restaurant and bar adjacent • Ample free parking

Main South Rd, Tinwald, Ashburton Tel: (03) 307 1354 Toll Free 0800 846 9253 - www.tinwaldmotels.co.nz

Ph 03 307 5899 Ground floor, Somerset house, burnett street, ashburton - www.Somersetgrocer.co.nz

and ballooning. • 5 minutes to shopping precinct • Conference / wedding facilities for up to 400 people • Heated swimming pool • All weather tennis court • Fully licensed restaurant, two bars • Park like setting • Ample free car parking

Racecourse Rd, Ashburton Tel: (03) 307 8887 Toll Free: 0800 330 880 www.hotelash.co.nz

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Take a break in Ashburton

Take a break in Ashburton

Message from Mayor Angus McKay Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

Left: Ashburton Mayor, Angus McKay Right:Ashburton’s annual “Boulevard Day” attracts a fantastic crowd.

Greetings from Canterbury’s largest provincial town.

We thought it was time we revealed what might just be Canterbury’s best kept secret and showed you some of what we have to offer.

The good people at the Ashburton Guardian have put together this guide to introduce you the range of interesting things you can do in Ashburton.

Whether you are looking for a day out shopping, a weekend away or a complete lifestyle change, Ashburton has got something for you.

Ashburton offers the best range of shops of any Canterbury towns as well as restaurants and cafes to suit any taste and things to do for all the family.

Come and walk around the magnificent Ashburton Domain, enjoy water sports

Editorial Amanda Niblett

at Lake Hood or check out our renowned heritage attractions such as the Plains Railway, Ashburton Aviation Museum and the Ashburton Museum and Art Gallery. And if that isn’t enough, maybe take in skiing at Mount Hutt- Methven or enjoy the unique Salmon World in Rakaia.

I have lived here all my life, farming outside of Methven. I know this is a great place is to live and can proudly recommend you come

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and visit. We have a saying here that people come for a visit and stay for the life-style.

Whatever you decide to come and do we will be waiting with a traditional warm Mid Canterbury welcome.

Published by Ashburton Guardian Ltd

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Life just gets better Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

There’s much more to see and do in Mid Canterbury than you might expect. Whether stopping by for a day trip, a weekend or longer, you will be delighted by the activities available to ad excitement and relaxation into your life.

Have you been dreaming of a weekend getaway at a world class resort, being pampered from top to toe at a luxurious spa leaving your soul rejuvenated? Perhaps a romantic, evening escape in a luxury B & B, accompanied by a sumptuous meal on the shores of a sparkling lake sets your heart a flutter? Or does a week of adrenalin pumping activities such as floating over the Canterbury plains in a hot air balloon, rushing through the rapids on the Raiaka Gorge or flying down the slopes of Mt Hutt Ski Field get your body tingling with excitement?

Whether it be a day trip of retail therapy in a calm atmosphere, a romantic indulgence weekend for lovers or a week of fun and adventure, the answers lie only one hours drive south of Christchurch.

Welcome to Mid Canterbury, where life just gets better.

Our province is truely heaven on earth, and waiting with eagerness to be discovered.

Expansive, sweeping patchwork plains filled with lush dairy farms and cropping farms create relaxing surrounds to the main town of Ashburton, filled with high class retail treasures, chic cafes and entertainment facilities.

To the west, discover the amazing space of Methven, a premier adventure location where you can be swept off your feet by a hot air balloon, gaining views of Mt Cook across the plains to the Pacific Ocean, or feel the rush of jet boating and rafting through the Rakaia Gorge, 4WD and heli-adventures in the high country and world class skiing at Mt Hutt. For the thrill of a lifetime, Skydiving is located only 10 minutes away at Pudding Hill.

Freefall at speeds of up to 200kph and enjoy breathtaking views from coast to coast & Mt Cook to the Kaikoura’s. Feel a total sense of freedom while securely harnessed to your

personal skydiving instructor. The exhilarating freefall combined with the peace and tranquillity of the parachute ride makes your tandem skydive a unique experience you will never forget. Easy and convenient, a courtesy coach is available from Christchurch and the Methven Information Centre.

Mid Canterbury is an amazing wilderness space, unique in scenery and outdoor pursuit options. Clusters of high country mountain lakes are brimming with brown and rainbow trout, while the braided Rakaia and Rangitata Rivers are plentiful with salmon, truely a fishermans paradise. The lower foot hills provide opportunity for hunting expeditions, and the district is well known for a variety of easily accessible family walking tracks, along side lakes, rivers and even to stunning waterfalls.

From our fertile and bountiful land, accompanied by people who are passionate about food, your taste buds will be tantalised

when you experience our top cuisine hot spots. Our Mid Canterbury food and wine trail is a showcase of our best taste and talent, and is a fun day out with locations specialising in local flavour to appeal to the entire family.

With such diverse physical, cultural and artistic landscapes within your grasp, make the most of the opportunity to relax and unwind in our fun-loving province, that will blow you away with it’s beauty. The best thing is, you will find plentiful recreational opportunities to please the whole family, without costing the earth.

Check out our list of ‘things to see and do’ below, with a wide variety of exciting activities that won’t blow the budget.

Visit www.ashburtondistrict.co.nz for further information or call into our i-SITE visitor centres and talk to the friendly staff who may just share a few local top secrets to help make your experience one you will never forget.

THINGS TO SEE & DO In Mid Canterbury THINGS TO SEE & DO FOR FREE • Ashburton Skate Park • Ashburton Art Gallery & Museum (Gold Coin donation) • Ashford Craft Village & Spinning Wheel Museum • Ashburton Domain-Walk Bird Aviary/Playground • Ashburton Heritage Walk • Ashburton/Hakatere River Trail • Aviation Museum (Gold Coin donation)

• Barhill Historic Village and Corwar Lodge (Opened on request)

• Big Salmon Statue (Rakaia) • BMX Race track (End of Trevors Rd) • Braided Waters Lake Hood Trail • Mid Canterbury Food & Wine Trail (Drive)

• Dept of Conservation (Walks, hikes & Mountain Biking) • Lake Hood (Picnic, rowing and boating) • Lynn Historical Museum (Gold Coin donation)

• Methven Museum (Opened on request Gold Coin donation)

• Methven Walk/Cycleway • Mid Canterbury Heritage Trail (Drive) • Rakaia Gorge Walkway • Rakaia Walk/Cycleway (River walk from Salmon Tales to river loop)

• Rangiatea Jewellery & Gardens (Mt Somers) • Staveley Historical & Geological Centre (Opened on request, gold coin donation)

• The Plains Vintage Railway and Museum

THINGS TO SEE & DO UNDER $50 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Adventure Argos (Staveley) Archery (Terrace Downs) Ashburton Community Pool Ashburton Tennis Centre ($2 p/p gate entry) CharRees Vineyard wine tasting (Wed – Sun 11am-4pm, Ashburton) Cinema Paradiso (Methven) Driving Range (Ashburton Golf Club, Terrace Downs) Golf (Ashburton, Methven, Mayfield, Terrace Downs, Rakaia) Ice Skating & Curling (July – August, Staveley) Llama Trek (High Country) Methven Community Pool Methven Indoor Skate Park Midlands Apairies (Staveley) Mountain Bike Hire Regent Cinema Salmon World Aquarium and 4D Movie Trotts Gardens Washpen Falls Walkway Winchmore Gardens

THINGS TO SEE & DO OVER $50 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

4 Wheel Drive Tours Claybird Shooting Clydesdale Wagon Rides (Erewhon) Farm Tours (Ashburton / Staveley / High Country) Guided Fishing Tours Guided Hiking Tours (Lake Heron) Guided Hunting Trips Heli Skiing Horse Trekking (Staveley / Peel Forest / Terrace Downs) Hot Air Ballooning Jet Boating (Rakaia Gorge) Kayaking Lord of the Rings 4X4 Tours Mountain Biking Tours Paintball (Lake Hood) River Rafting (Peel Forest) Scenic Flights (Helicopter/Biplane) Skydiving Snow Sports (Mt Hutt Ski Area)

For more information see your friendly i-SITE staff – Ashburton and Methven.

Ashburton I-Site, 7 East Street, Ashburton Ph 308 1050 Methven I-Site, 160 Main Street, Methven Ph 302 8955

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Take a break in Ashburton

There is much more to life here.

Live it, Love it Ashburton!

Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

In the heart of the fertile Canterbury Plains, lies the Ashburton District, better known as Mid Canterbury. Here the sun rises from the blue Pacific Ocean, tingeing the tops of snow capped mountains, before its warmth descends from the peaks to illuminate the golden plains. The district, which comprises of the main town centers of Ashburton, Methven and Rakaia, is an outstanding environment to live, work and play.

Love the lifestyle Mid Canterbury offers a standard of housing well above the national average, at attractive prices. Upgrade to a superb residence with extra amenities for your family at far less than you would pay elsewhere, or choose a more modest home and substantially improve your financial security. Nestled at the base of the mighty Southern Alps, to the shores of sparkling Lake Hood, the range of unique and exciting living opportunities is endless.

For the discerning home buyer, the premier area of Lake Hood for a waterfront home compares favourably with any up market property in New Zealand.

If your lifelong dream is to own a lifestyle block with a few sheep and perhaps a home or two, you can realize it here more easily than you might think.

Education excellence Children excel in the supportive environments fostered in the range of high quality preschools, primary schools and secondary schools.

Mid Canterbury is fortunate to have a great selection of pre school options within walking distance of the residential areas within Ashburton, Methven and Rakaia.

The primary schools range from large schools in the townships to smaller schools in the rural villages, offering pupils a unique blend of education in a refreshing country environment.

Ashburton and Mt Hutt Colleges are well regarded as high quality New Zealand secondary schools. Both co-educational, the colleges are well recognized for both academic achievement, and sporting accomplishments. With recreational pursuit abundance surrounding the colleges, our students are treated to a wide variety of curriculum and learning activities, providing a broad and balanced education.

Great Sports Do you aspire for your children to become an All Black, an Olympic Gold Medalist, a world class rower or champion cyclist?

They can achieve that here in Mid

Canterbury, where many others before them have done just that.

Many international sports stars have emerged from the district to accomplish international fame, in cycling, swimming, rugby, hockey, water-skiing, netball, athletics, rowing and much more.

It all starts with sport and recreational facilities available for every age group, where children first begin to develop their abilities.

Mid Canterbury’s excellent sporting facilities, such as the international standard hockey turf and tennis courts, attract events from all levels, and currently there are plans for a multi million dollar indoor sports stadium, featuring a world class indoor cycling valedrome and aquatic facilities, to begin construction shortly.

Job and business opportunities abound Mid Canterbury is an agricultural powerhouse, with the continued growth of the district providing exceptional employment and businesses investment opportunities.

The district’s growth and economic vibrancy means an exceptionally low unemployment rate.

A long list of successful, local companies have achieved national and international recognition. The pioneering spirit has stimulated innovation, leading to the growth of industries producing high quality products for local consumption and for export around the world. The district is a dynamic, growing area with a strong and vibrant economy, innovative technologies and a very positive attitude.

Growing demand for prime industrial land in Mid Canterbury prompted the development of the 123 hectare Ashburton Business Estate. The main trunk railway line adjoins the business estate, and once the relocation of the main rail yard from Ashburton’s CBD to the new business estate is complete, it will make rail access more viable and cost effective to our local industries.

The design of the Business Estate has included higher load-bearing capability and road widths to accommodate larger-capacity containers, and technological infrastructure such as high speed cabling. There are still sites available for purchase for those businesses who only want the best.

The best thing about working in the Ashburton District is that after a hard day at the office or on the farm, fun, relaxation and adventure are at your fingertips. Where else in the world can you be skiing, boating, hiking, rafting, kayaking, water-skiing or fishing just 20 minutes after knocking off work?

Work, live and love life. It is possible in Mid Canterbury.

The locals that reside in our beautiful part of the world will attest, there’s no place like Mid Canterbury! Gorgeous climate, abundant fun and recreation plus excellent community facilities, why would you choose to live anywhere else?

57 Cass Street, PO Box 392, Ashburton 7740, New Zealand Ph: +64 3 308 0290 - Fax: +64 3 308 0419 office@growmc.co.nz

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Dine out in paradise Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

With more than sixty eating establishments throughout the Ashburton District, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of meals, from the classic kiwi takeaway to delicious first-class restaurant fare.

Rakaia The Salmon Tales Rakaia experience is focused on the natural elements and resources of the region, offering mouth watering salmon dishes, as well as a variety of delectable café food.

The popular restaurant and café has an outdoors braided river theme with a large deck overlooking a salmon pond.

The Café has built a reputation based on fine food and great service in unique surroundings.

Rakaia also features hearty pub cuisine from two popular local pubs, as well as specialist deli options from the local tearooms, not to mention traditional fish and chip takeaways also.

Methven Terrace Downs - With its stunning location, friendly and efficient staff and sumptuous cuisine, the Clubhouse at Terrace Downs offers the ultimate dining experience in a choice of three on-site restaurants.

Avoca Fine Dining - The Resort’s Signature Restaurant, known for a range of delectable entrees, mains and desserts and a service level to satisfy even the most discerning guest.

Tilley’s Bar & Brasserie/Cafe - Serves a wide range of meals in a casual environment, ranging from antipasto platters and soup to larger grilled meals and pastas.

The Grill - Is an exciting addition to Terrace Downs Resort, specialising in outdoor cuisine complete with a specialised Wood fired oven.

If you crave your morning latte and a tasty breakfast or brunch you’ll find a great range of cafes to choose from in Methven, all within a few minutes walking distance from each other.

From hearty pub meals, to fine dining in one of Methvens top class resorts, freshly baked bread from the newly opened bakery or a quick bite from one of the character cafes, the taste to delight your palette will not be far from reach.

Ashburton The Ashburton Trust operates 12 businesses in the hospitality industry in Ashburton, including restaurants, bars, café/deli, retail liquor outlets, hotel and conference centre, a motel, and a nightclub.

Braided Rivers - the dining area offers comfort and intimacy, with plush carpet, comfortable seating and enticing, delectable cuisine from a range of menus. Try our ‘gold standard’, delicious, juicy steaks, cooked using our USA imported Montague Steakhouse Broiler!

The Stables Family Restaurant caters for a wide range of tastes and is well known for the delicious, large Sunday roasts. We welcome families to experience a fun evening out, featuring Ashburton’s only kids area, where they can enjoy a few games on the Playstation or dive into the exciting ball pool. The kids are taken care of while Mum and Dad finish off their lovely meal.

Speights Ale House - If its good hearty portions of Southern food matched with local beer your after then the Ashburton Speights Alehouse is the place for you. The full range of Speights beers are on tap, including exclusive seasonal beers on tap only to be found at the Ale House.

Somerset Grocer - The Somerset café, in the heart of Ashburton, offers breakfast and lunch 6 days a week. From a fresh seasonal salad or a sensational sandwich, to a freshly baked muffin or a great coffee, our Ashburton café is the place to meet or catch up with friends.

Somerset café’s menu changes regularly to reflect the availability of fresh seasonal produce and all items are prepared onsite in our kitchen using many of the products available on our delicatessen’s shelves. At our Ashburton café we pride ourselves on innovative freshly prepared food, straight from the deli.

Kelly’s – The Irish pub full of character.

Conveniently located on the main retail street

in Ashburton, East Street, Kelly’s is the place to go for a hearty meal with your pint of Guiness. Seating indoor and out, Kelly’s is well known to the locals for being a friendly place to go with your mates.

You will be spoilt for choice when deciding where to dine out while in Ashburton. Indian, Thai, Chinese, Turkish and Japanese add multicultural flavour, while restaurants and steak houses delight with their variety. With more than 10 cafes within the town centre, a great coffee is never far away, and if you are after a quick bite, there are many takeaway establishments close at hand.

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On the trail of the greatest pub in the WHOLE WORLD!!??

It might just be closer than you think!

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• Licensed Café & Bar • Arts & Crafts • Visitor Centre

Kelly’s Café Bar in Ashburton (yes….that’s right……Ashburton!)

• Brilliant Brekkys • Luscious Lunches

• Perfect Pints • Delicious Dinners

All brought to you by the friendliest staff around.

8am till late, 7 days.

234 East Street Ashburton

State hig ghway 1 Ra akaia - Ph 03 3-303 3-5 5450 www w.salmonworld d.co.nzz - em mail: enqu uiriies@ @salmontale es..co.n nz

(yes…..Ashburton!)

Phone 03 308 8811

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Take a break in Ashburton

Events Calander

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Treasures of Mid Canterbury 2011 Muscle & Hot 4’s Cruise Americar Rod & Custom Club Ashburton Vintage Car Club Swap Meet The Plains Railway & Museum Ashburton Speedway New Zealand Title Gypsy Fair Original Brazier Properties Girls on Bikes Ashburton Wheels Week 2011 Ashburton Musical Club - Public Concert The Plains Railway & Museum Motokhana Wings with Wheels Plain’s Rotary Club Classic Vintage & Veteran Car Run Methven Farmers’ Market Spraymarks - Wheels Week Street Parade Static Display on the Green Black Grace Static Display on the Green Ashburton Trotting Club RSA Mobility Scooter Race Motor Trade Association M.T.A. Challenge Ashburton Car Club Street Sprints 2011 Undercurrent Boardstore Skate Jam Ashburton Art Gallery - Women on Wheels Gym Company Duathlon Series Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat The Gruffalo Dirty Dusting Harness Jewels Raceday South Island Indoor Bowls Championships Ashburton Society of Arts 47th Annual Exhibition Methven Theatre Company: Wrong Window Rural Contractors NZ Ashburton Conference 2011

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The Sinclair Centre, Park Street, Ashburton North end West Street Car Park, Ashburton Clubrooms, Maronan Road Vintage Car Club, Maronan Road, Tinwald Tinwald Domain Speedway Track, seafield Road Ashburton Ashburton Domain Methven Various Locations Sinclair Centre, Park Street, Ashburton Tinwald Domain Spraymarks new yard, Industrial Estate, Ashburton Ashburton Aviation Museum, Seafield Road

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Best of Mid Canterbury Festival 2nd September – 11th September 2011 The Best of Mid Canterbury Festival is an exciting group of events and family-friendly activities showcasing everything that Mid Canterbury has to offer and to celebrate Ashburton hosting Romania for the Rugby World Cup. A showcase of great Mid Canterbury magic kicks off with the Party Under the Stars - an outdoor concert at the Ashburton Domain. A variety of planes will arrive at the Ashburton Aviation Museum & Airfield for the great Ashburton Fly-In. Visitors will be able to view the aircraft and meet with the pilots.

All things rugby will be celebrated with Mid Canterbury’s Heartland Championship matches against King Country in Methven and the local ‘Demolition Derby’ match between Mid Canterbury and neighbours South Canterbury at the Ashburton Showgrounds. There will be plenty of entertainment both on and off the field before kick off. The Blue Pub in Methven will play host to a line-up of talented local musicians in a massive night of Kiwi entertainment.

The Best of Mid Canterbury Market Day at the Ashburton A&P Showgrounds will showcase the stunning range of quality produce from the Ashburton District - one of New Zealand’s premium food-growing regions, alongside the handmade creations of the local artists and craftspeople.

The Best of Mid Canterbury Festival runs from Friday 2nd September to Sunday 11th September 2011 at various locations around Mid Canterbury.

Let us entertain you!

211a Wills Street, Ashburton Phone 307 2010 www.ateventcentre.co.nz

Black Grace - leading NZ Dance Company With music ranging from hip-hop to country. Promises to be an evening of great dance, not to be missed.

Tue, 10 May Tickets: Adult $39.50, Senior $35, Student $20, Family pass available. (Fees apply) Show: 7.30pm

Father Chris Skinner with the Mid Canterbury Choir Held at St Stephen Church, Park Street Ashburton.

Sat, 14 May Tickets from Event Centre: General $21.50, Seniors, Unwaged, Students $17 (incl fees).

“In Remembrance: Hope and Peace” All proceeds to the red cross Christchurch earthquake appeal.

Show: 7.30pm

Dirty Dusting A comedy about ‘over the hill’ cleaners who start ‘talking dirty’ and end up ‘filthy rich’ It’s about friendship, it’s about solidarity, it’s about sex, very definitely funny.

Wed, 1 June All Tickets $64.50 (incl fees).

Show 7.30pm

Kevin Bloody Wilson Returning to New Zealand with his outrageously funny ‘Excess All Areas’ world tour he is lauded as Australia’s most unique comedy legend. Featuring special guest artist Jenny Talia from Australia. This is an R18 Show.

Sun, 5 June Tickets $45.99 (excl Fees).

Show 8.00pm.

Arts On Tour NZ Strange Resting Places This shines a light on the complex emotional bonds of New Zealand’s wartime history the scene Italy 1944 and the three universals that Maori share with Italians: Whanau, food and song-not to mention wily cunning,a love of vino and a passion for the ladies.

Fri, 17 June

A Night with Beau Tyler A night with Beau Tyler takes an entertaining swipe at the American self help movement through the personal journey of guru Beau Tyler as he travels down into the hollow centre of his own personality and bounces back again stunned and unrepentant. Funny and thought provoking theatrical satire.

Sun, 16 July Tickets Prices Per Show: $20 each, $30 for two,$40.50 for three,$50 for four; Door sales all $20 (incl fees)

Tickets are available from our Ticket Direct office at the Event Centre or online www.ticketdirect.co.nz

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Take a break in Ashburton

Amazing Space Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

Methven may look small on the map, but the skiing and snowboarding opportunities surrounding our resort town is unbelievable. Filled with high quality resorts, a movie theatre with a heap of character and delicious dining options, Methven has a little bit of something for everyone.

Amazing Skiing Mt Hutt Ski Area is defined by its genuine Kiwi atmosphere.

With one of the best mixes of mountain terrain in NZ, Mt Hutt is a must-do when visiting Methven. Views from one of the highest lift access points in the country are breathtaking, from New Zealand’s highest peak Mt Cook, across the Canterbury Plains to the Pacific Ocean.

The award winning Snowsports School and excellent facilities for learner skiers make Mt Hutt a popular choice for beginners as well as intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders.

Children aged six and under ski for free at Mt Hutt and a licensed Skiwiland Crèche and kids’ facilities are also available.

Mt Hutt Ski Area, open early June to late October, is just over one hour’s drive from Christchurch and a 35-minute drive from Methven.

Amazing Activities The Methven region offers spectacular scenery and a great variety of activities so that you can get in touch with the great outdoors.

Tandem Skydiving is an incredibly easy, safe and enjoyable way to experience the excitement of sky diving without having to learn how; and with Methven’s location

providing amazing views from the Pacific Ocean to the Southern Alps, this is one activity you need to add to your “must do” list while visiting Mid Canterbury.

The Methven region offers visitors an array of hiking & walking experiences; from a short walk suitable for the whole family, to challenging multi-day hikes across high country conservation land for the serious tramper.

Hot Air Ballooning provides views across the sprawling patchwork of the Canterbury Plains framed by snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps.

Feel the thrill of jet boating on the Rakaia Gorge, a spectacular river gorge with fantastic mountain views.

Surrounded by braided rivers, backcountry lakes and the foothills of the Southern Alps, the Methven region provides plenty of fishing spots and is a paradise for anglers.

There are several horse riding operators around the Methven region who provide opportunities to trek over farmland or through tussock country with views across the Canterbury Plains.

A great way to view Methven’s amazing scenery is by a scenic flight. Helicopter tours from Methven can take you to see some of New Zealand’s most beautiful landscapes including the snow capped Southern Alps, braided rivers, back country lakes, rugged high country stations, and the patchwork of paddocks across the Canterbury Plains.

A 4WD adventure can take you on a journey into the high country wilderness to witness the unspoilt beauty that was captured in the Lord of the Rings.

Recreational hunting is also available in

the Methven High Country area. Trophy hunting can be organised by a number of specialised hunting guides in the area as well as bird shooting.

Amazing Luxury If a touch of luxury is more your taste, Terrace Downs nestled in the secluded high country, is the experience you have been waiting for.

Winner of the 2010 World Travel Awards as New Zealand’s leading golf resort, Terrace Downs offers in-house and casual visitors a unique one-stop New Zealand getaway destination located just twenty minutes from the Mt Hutt access road and within an easy hour’s scenic drive of Christchurch International Airport. Perched on the edge of the spectacular Rakaia River, the Resort boasts stunning views up to Mt Hutt and over the dramatic Rakaia Gorge.

Catering to guests of all ages the resort features deluxe one-to-four bedroom accommodation, three on-site dining options and together with a selection of resort-operated leisure and adventure activities to choose from, Terrace Downs makes for an exciting and memorable day trip in to Canterbury’s High Country; an all-seasons leisure retreat, and offers the ultimate conference, team building and wedding venue. Resort activities include an 18-hole championship golf course, spa treatments in The Spa, jet boating, on-site horse treks, clay pigeon shooting course, archery range through to salmon and trout fishing off our beautiful river shores!

Make Methven your next holiday destination and experience the amazing space for yourself.

Bookings Essential Please Phone 03 318 6943 extn 1 Email: info@terracedowns.co.nz or Visit: www.terracedowns.co.nz

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Raiaka welcomes you with a smile to the salmon capital of New Zealand Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

Situated close to the banks of the spectacular Rakaia River, Rakaia holds many hidden gems, waiting to be discovered.

The spectacular braided Rakaia River holds plentiful amounts of Salmon and Trout, making it an anglers paradise.

The Rakaia is the best salmon river in New Zealand. The peak of the salmon season being the months of February and March.

It is very wide and highly braided over almost its entire 125 km length. Though access is good from either bank all the way back in to the Southern Alps most angling pressure is concentrated in the 22 kms between the SH 1 bridge and the river mouth.

Twenty years ago it was unknown for anglers to fish for salmon above the gorge but this is now more common. The dry and dusty shingle riverbed often spans over a kilometre in width interrupted with slow flowing braids ranging from just a few inches to fast water several metres deep.

The river has many access points, and if fishing isn’t your cup of tea, there is plentiful opportunity for many other recreational activities such as rafting, kayaking, swimming, horse-trekking and bird watching.

After an exciting day at the river, the township of Rakaia is inviting and friendly. Whether you are stopping for a coffee or an ice-cream, or making an evening out of your journey, Rakaia has an expanding option of fine eateries. From exquisite juicy salmon at Salmon Tales, specialty breads at Meads Tearooms, hearty warmth from one of the two pubs or fish and chips, Rakaia will satisfy even the fussiest of taste buds. Take the time to explore the rich history in the library, or make time to stop and shop in the cute boutiques, such as Avenue Gifts. You never know what treasure you will uncover from the streets of Rakaia.

If you are looking for a family activity, then Salmon World is a fun destination for everyone.

Salmon World is designed to appeal to all ages and nationalities and contains a number of unique and fascinating attractions, all based on the local Rakaia history of Salmon Fishing.

It allows for a hands on experience of the local ecology, and is perfect for educational tours and school groups.

The centrepiece of the aquarium is the 30,000-litre salmon tank housing large salmon and trout alongside a smaller multi-pool system with brown and rainbow trout, eels and whitebait.

As you follow the Rakaia Gorge Trail, visitors will be able to see the salmon life cycle from the salmon egg stages through to smolt and finally the adult fish.

One of the great features of the complex, is that at specified times during the day you will be able to feed the Salmon, Trout and Eels (you may just have to watch your fingers with the eels.) This makes the educational experience fun for young and old.

The Aquarium and fresh water pools are a stunning attraction in itself, but Salmon World also host a small 4D theatre, showcasing some of the magical adventure tourism activities located throughout the Rakaia River Gorge, giving an added boost to local tourism.

The Salmon World 4D movie experience is located in a small 3D Movie Theatre in the Salmon World building and seats up to 24 thrill seekers. The film lasts approximately 13 minutes into which Salmon World jam the very best of adventure experiences that our region has to offer.

Rakaia is charming, with creative and talented people producing unique gifts and home pieces, all with a touch of local flair. Artisans creating pottery, floral art, oil and water colours and home spun knitwear, will leave you feeling spoiled for choice.

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You leave work at 5pm, and by 5:30pm you are jet skiing on a crystal clear lake watching your children play in the back yard.

Impossible? Not if you live on the shores of Mid Canterbury’s Lake Hood.

The first thing you’ll notice as you approach Lake Hood is the unmatched panorama of the stunning lake, with the dramatic snow capped Southern Alps as a back drop. Nestled in a quiet rural setting, you have the best of both worlds right in your front yard – the privacy, seclusion and beauty of lakeside living combined with close proximity to the shops, stores and eateries of Ashburton.

Lake Hood has grown from the vision of one man who dared to dream that such an astonishingly beautiful environment could be created. A stunningly beautiful environment fed by natural spring water bubbling up from the earth and crystal clear waters flowing from the Ashburton River – one of the foremost tributaries of melted snows from New Zealand’s Southern Alps. This is luxurious living at its best, beckoning for you to embrace it’s beauty and become a part of the ultimate living experience.

Imagine waking up every morning to the gentle sound of water lapping against the beach at the bottom of your garden. You open the blinds and the morning sun dapples the water, inviting you to go for an early morning dip, or maybe today you’ll stretch your legs on a jog around the lake...

Wide open country, alpine views from a crystal clear lake provide the ultimate New Zealand lifestyle. Trout fishing, pleasure boating, swimming, picnicking, waterfront living and a sumptuous restaurant - Lake Hood has it all.

In excess of 80 hectares in area, 2,300 metres in length and over 1 kilometre wide – the lake comprises an eight lane international rowing course, a separate water skiing area, as well as a separate jet skiing area, plus sailing and kayaking, which can all be enjoyed on or around the lake simultaneously.

Living on the shores of Lake Hood, you can be a passive spectator or an active participant in the best sporting and lifestyle development in Canterbury. Residents of Lake Hood treasure the quiet beauty and

serene surroundings of our little corner of heaven, while relishing being part of the action when world class events are hosted on the lake.

The Lake House Restaurant, Cafe & Bar stands dramatically at the centre of Lake Hood, offering delectable cuisine, fine wine and incredible views. Meet your neighbours for an after work drink, or treat yourself to a romantic dinner for two. This outstanding experience is one of Mid Canterbury’s best kept secret.

Our beautiful Lake Hood is open to everyone to enjoy, featuring relaxing lake side grassed recreation areas with picnic tables.

Situated only an hours drive south of Christchurch, why not pack up the car and bring the family for a day of relaxation and fun.

Today the lake caters for 150 residential lots, many of which are lake and canal side, featuring their own private jettys. Due to the success of this pristine lakeside living environment, the lake is being extended, with construction beginning for further residential living opportunities.

Extension plans for Lake Hood are now underway which will see the addition of a further 80 hectares of waterways and lake extension, set amongst 220 hectares of surrounding land.

This is your opportunity to secure your own land amongst this prosperous haven.

The new developments will allow for a range of new and exciting lakefront and canal living opportunities, including lifestyle block sized lots for purchase. Owning your own slice of this heaven is more achievable than you may think. Land prices will vary considerably depending on size and positioning, so you can enjoy living amongst a country rural setting in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere with abundant recreational opportunities at your feet.

This exciting development is taking shape quickly, with expectations from our project team that all stage one properties will be completed within two years, with the first lots becoming available, ready to commence building on during the next 12 months.

We invite you to contact us to find out more information on how to become a part of this exciting new development. The rest of your life starts today, so live and play in style, at Lake Hood.

Lake Hood Extension Project Sketch plan of zoning and subdivision layout

To enquire on how you can secure your own slice of this paradise, please contact: Lake Hood Extension Project – Project Manager Gary Casey – Phone: 027 2275 776 Email: Gary.Casey@ashcon.co.nz

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Are you looking to relocate your family, the business or just somewhere quite for a break away and recreation?

Ashburton has opportunities galore: • Affordable new subdivisions • Great schools and sporting facilities • Plenty of choice for shopping and the arts • Fully developed industrial land with great access to SH1 and rail • Mt Hutt for skiing • Lake Hood for all water sports and recreation • Braided Rivers for fantastic Salmon and Trout fishing All just 50 minutes from Christchurch and the Intertional Airport.

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The Ashburton-based Bradford Group, comprising four independentlyoperating entities, has expertise in all aspects of building, be it domestic, commercial, agricultural and industrial we excell in highly detailed and technically-challenging precast work.

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In domestic construction, Bradfords has been associated with buildings that have won a slew of awards for a range of attributes from construction technique and architectural design to energy efficiency.

Bradfords has built commercial, industrial and retail premises for many iconic brands (including Harvey Norman, The Warehouse, Bunnings, McDonalds and The Farmers), public buildings and civic amenities. The vision for the future is to keep exploring challenges in construction, and to design systems that improve processes, deliver better results and are eco-friendly.

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Retail Therapy Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature Shopping is an important and exciting part of every holiday. Explore Mid Canterbury’s wide range of shops and boutiques, taking the time to find that special something for you to take home, which brings back memories for years to come.

Ashburton, Methven and Rakaia are great places to shop. For serious retail therapy you will love Ashburtons town centre. Servicing a population of around 30,000 ensures that, when it comes to shopping, it’s all here! Its lively main street, East Street, serves the bustling Ashburton community, with many special and boutique shops offering a multitude of unique treasures. Visit Country Manor and Fusion Gallery for unique items to dress up your living environment.

Stepping Out offers a superb range of men’s and women’s footwear in the latest styles to ensure you are always putting your best foot forward. Next to Stepping Out, The Bag Shop has a beautiful range of bags to compliment any outfit, ranging to luxurious luggage.

They also sell a beautiful range of scarf’s and accessories to compliment the look.

Toward the northern end of East Street, you will find the long standing Ashburton department store of Todds. Todds is Ashburton’s premier department store, offering a high end range of fashion, footwear and accessories to keep you looking fabulous. From casual wear to evening wear, Todds has an outfit to compliment any occasion, including men’s suit hire. An extension of Todds department store is their sister shop ‘The Clothes Rack’, located only a few shops away underneath the Somerset Building.

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The Clothes Rack features a large selection of women’s fashion, giving you more to choose from, allowing you to create the perfect outfit.

The town centre is well designed and compact enough that walking from shop to shop is effortless and relaxing. You will need at least a day of your time to do it justice and not feel rushed. Experience the true warmth and hospitality of the rural community, who have a genuine desire to make your holiday memorable, offering local knowledge and advice to complete your retail experience.

The region is big enough to have all the major stores but small enough that they will welcome you with personal service. In the heart of the town centre you will find the unique ‘Arcade’. This is the heart of the retail shopping area, comprising of a number of specialty shops, including fashion, children’s wear, footwear, jewellery, kitchen supplies, Swarovski and a china shop. The main store in the Arcade is Redmonds home and living store. If quality and luxury in your home is of importance, then Redmonds is the shop for you. Everything from carpets and flooring, drapes and blinds, beds and linen, and funky furniture, there is something for every taste at Redmonds to add a unique touch of class to your home.

Ashburton may boast a great selection of specialist stores, however you will still be able to easily locate general shops for your everyday or general requirements, including pharmacy shops, hairdressers, florists, travel agents, supermarkets, banks, post office, photography, and eateries.

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5ISFF PG "TICVSUPO T ĂśOFTU TQFDJBMJUZ TUPSFT Wander down the Main St of Ashburton and enter the spacious surrounds of Ashburtons newest furnishing store. Linked to the Ashburton Arcade, Redmonds Furnishing and Flooring has been furnishing Mid Canterbury homes for over 60 years, supplying both locally manufactured and imported furniture.

collectable china and giftware. and New Zealands only independently owned Swarovski Showroom.

At the southern end of the Arcade you find the friendly staff at Kitchen Kapers offering everything a person may need in the kitchen and also indulge yourself with their own freshly made fudge which Walk through from East St to the warmth of the China Shop for quality once tried, you’ll be back for more!

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The China Shop has continued to cater for the discerning shopper by stocking the original core brands such as Moorcroft, Waterford Crystal, Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, Aynsley and Limoges. There are 22 metres of floor space dedicated to Swarovski Crystal. The China Shop staff are passionate about their products and strive to give exceptional service – they want shopping at “The China Shop� to be a fantastic experience.

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Kitchen Kapers is Ashburtons only specialist kitchen store.

Our friendly and knowledgeable staff pride themselves on bringing you high quality products and trusted brands. We are passionate about our products and endeavour to bring new innovations and trends to our store. With superior knowledge and outstanding customer service, we are here to give you a real shopping experience.

We have an extensive range of English pottery including Burleigh, Portmeirion and Emma Bridgewater, along with a large range of kitchen brands including Kitchen Aid, Bodum, Le Creuset, WMF and Lodge.

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Relax and Rejuvinate Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

One of the drawbacks of a busy life is failing to set aside enough time to relax, de stress and experience a bit of pampering.

Stress is extremely bad for the body and mind, and has been linked as a prominent factor in creating many physical and psychological problems. Understanding how to de stress can significantly help our well being.

Massages are one of the most natural, pampering gifts of physical touch, which can help our body and mind to decrease stress.

Research on massage therapy suggests that it can also relieve pain, lower blood pressure, reduce heart rate, lessen anxiety and depression, potentially improve sleep and reduce scar tissue. While in Mid Canterbury, stop to take some time out to increase your feeling of well being by allowing some time for yourself to get pampered by one of our expert massage therapists, beauticians or hairdressers.

An aura of calm and tranquility will be promoted at all times for the pleasure and serenity of

all clients. Feel the anxiety and stress flow out through your body, while your body is being massaged, exfoliated and wrapped in bliss.

Your senses become invigorated as the scent of delicious spices and flowers enters your system, your worries evaporating as you exhale. The professional beauty consultants will assist you to enhance your physical appearance and selfimage by promoting a welcoming, enriching and calming environment of wellbeing and harmony.

Once you start feeling superb, it’s time

for the finishing touches to have you looking stunning. A brow touch up, a facial, a manicure and a new hair style later, you walk out the door with your head held high, knowing you look sensational.

Mid Canterbury’s fantastic range of beauty therapists stock a large range of high quality beauty products, from hair serums, to moisturizers, scrubs and makeup, so after you have experienced a new level of beauty and relaxation, you can recreate the bliss at home.

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The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

Looking for somewhere interesting to take the children or grandchildren on the weekend? Somewhere where the children have plenty of space to be children, away from their Playstations?

Perhaps a place not too far away, where there is good choice of places to get some lunch and enjoy it in pleasant, quiet country surroundings?

Enjoy a picnic lunch around the pond in the shade of the Tinwald Domain, where the children can feed the ducks… Leave the car in the shade and pop through the gate to The Plains and show the children around the expansive recreated pioneer village.

Imagine how the antique agricultural machinery once was used by their great grandparents…. And wonder how they lived in the little cottage without any electricity!

The littlies are all mad about Thomas the Tank Engine, why not treat them to a ride on a real life train on The Vintage Railway? Let them watch and listen as the engine puffs its way out of the station with a load of happy passengers aboard with smoke and steam coming from its funnel…

Train travel must be the most romantic and relaxing form of travel ever created. Add a touch of olde world elegance in the form of an Edwardian era train and top off with a steam locomotive straight out of New Zealand’s pioneering past and you’ve got it all. The sun sparkles on the locomotive’s brass work as it chuffs sedately along, through the pleasant pastoral countryside. Smoke and steam drift back along the train from its funnel as the cars gently rock and creak along behind, their wheels singing out that once familiar clickety-clack sound as they roll by. Ah yes, but that’s just where the truly heritage experience really begins.

The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum is a complete heritage experience, key exhibits include: • Fire Station, with appliances from Ashburtons formative years onwards.

• Lynn Museum of woodworking and ornamental turning.

• Extensive vintage tractor collection printing works, replica shops and historic church create a quaint pioneer country village.

• Steam locomotives ranging from ‘A’64- from the New Zealand Railway’s construction days in Canterbury; ‘K’88 ‘Washington’ from the Vogel era

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of railway expansion in the late 1870’s; to ‘Ja’1260 big mainline power from the Zenith of steam railways in NZ in the 1950’s.

Alongside the railway The Plains also operates vintage and historic farm machinery to grow crops on the agricultural land owned by the Museum. This machinery includes traction engines, harversters, ploughs and even an old style Threshing Machine.

The Plains Railway become the center of world-wide attention when in 1981 the Rogers Locomotive Works Built ‘K’ Class locomotive, ‘K’88 or “Washington” as she is named, was returned to steam after being buried in the

Oreti River for 50 years for use as a stop-bank and railway protection. What also attracted large amounts of attention was that this restoration was performed largely by one man, the late Bob Anderson.

They are also available on a full charter basis for special functions and tour groups. Charter visits to The Plains can be tailored and themed to suit any occasion (e.g. parties, special interest group outings, school heritage trips).

The Plains is only fully operational on selected dates, visit www.plainsrailway.co.nz for their next open day.

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Ashburton Aviation Museum Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

The De Havilland Devon provided NZ military pilots and crew with multi-engine navigation and communication training. One of 30 with the Royal New Zealand Air Forces, NZ1829 has had a restful life with just 17.5 hours total flying time by retirement.

The museum features some of New Zealands premiere classic jets including: • Harrier GR3 • Vampire T11 • Vampire FB5 • Meteor F8 (commemorating NZ’s entry to the Jet Age)

• Jet-Prop Fokker F27 Frinedship Airliner Plus - From the World of Classic Piston Power: • North American Harvard • DH82a Tiger Moth • DH104 Devon • Porterfield • Percival Proctor • Piper Cherokee

Ashburton Business Estate A Land of Opportunity Stage one of the Ashburton Business estate has been officially opened by Prime Minister John Key. Built at a cost of $20 million the development provides over 50 hectares of prime commercial and industrial land in Ashburton.

The Ashburton Business Estate offers an affordable commercial and industrial business location option with added benefits built in that some may not have thought about.

• Flexible subdivision options • Competitive, affordable and flexible pricing structure • Ideally situated between the ports of Lyttleton and Timaru • Direct access to SH 1 • Fibre optic cabling to each site • Future rail head within the facility Factor in Ashburton’s skilled population base, a vibrant community and affordable residential housing and it starts to add up to a compelling package.

Ashburton District Mayor Angus McKay, Rangitata MP Jo Goodhew and Prime Minister John Key opening Ashburton’s North East Business Estate.

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• AirTruk • Yeoman Cropmaster • Zlin Argo-Turbo and Flying Flea Vintage and Classic Gliders including: • Jacobs Schweter Weihe • Scheibe Bergfalke • Stanton Sunbird • Slingsby T31 • Eon Olympia Vintage, Classic and Warbird aircraft operating form the Ashburton airfield include: • Douglas C47/DC3 • De Havilland Devon • Grumman Ag Cat Biplane • Boeing Stearman Biplane • Yak 52

Southern DC3 Ashburton Aviation Museum is home to Southern DC3’s Heritage Airliner, ZK-ZMY, known popularly as “AMY”. Crewed by industry professionals and maintained to the highest standards, AMY is available for charter by interested parties by arrangement.

Delivered new to the United States Army Air Force on June 9 1044, the aircraft went on to have a varied civil career in Australia before taking up residency in NZ in 1994.

This grand old airliner is entrusted to the museum in perpetuity and earns her keep by providing visitors with a taste of the “Golden years of Air Travel”.

Other Displays include “Spacebal” from Cosmos 482, Engines, Local History, Memorabilia, Model Aircraft.

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Price: $5.00 (NZD) Hours: Saturday 9:00am-4:00pm, Wednesday 10:00am-3:00pm and Sunday 1:00pm-3:00pm or by arrangement. Location: Ashburton Airport, 4kms east of Ashburton on Seafield Rd.

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From the Past - For the Future...Ashburton Aviation Museum tells the story of the important role the airfield played in training 1192 pilots to serve our country and its Allies during World War 2. A Large model of the station in its heyday, clearly depicts the scale and importance of this period in the history of Ashburton Airfield.

View Ashburton’s Commemorative Tiger Moth, paying tribute to the instructors, students and the DH82a Tiger Moth type, in which so many of our wartime aircrews received their basic flying training. Marvel at an early flight simulator commonly used, the famous Link Trainer.

The original wartime tarmac outside the museum still features tie-down rings used to secure up to 50 Tiger Moths from Mid Canterbury’s famous nor-west winds.

Harvard NZ 1012, the museum’s first aircraft, provided pilots with “advanced training” from the early 1940’s and was one of 202 Harvards which saw service with the RNZAF.

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Arts & Crafts

Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature

Ashburton Art Gallery The Ashburton Art Gallery is a fabulous place to visit. The Gallery presents a varied, thought provoking and innovative program of locally, nationally and internationally sourced exhibitions, perfect for the whole family to enjoy. The exhibitions change regularly so there’s always something new to see.

The Gallery also has an art membership programme for young people aged 7 – 13, called ‘Jub Jub Club’. The Jub Jub Club seeks to provide a series of art/culture based experiences for young people. This included hands on activities such as painting, sculpture, photography and craft based activities as well as opportunities to engage and respond to artists and exhibitions.

Coming up later this year the Ashburton Art Gallery have a fantastic selection of exhibitions, with several being of national interest.

Smoke and Mirrors – Group show from 3 prominent Dunedin artists, showing an interesting combination of works, highlighting each of their very own different and individual styles. 1st Oct – 6th Nov The Asian, Heather Straka – For this project the artist has commissioned selected artisans from China to produce high quality copies of one of her original ‘Asian Girl’ paintings, all works will be displayed along side each other, with the question being asked ‘can you identify the original?’ 10th Dec – 11th March Painting the View – Touring Exhibition from Te Papa.

Selection of watercolour paintings, drawn from the period when watercolour painting became established in England and reached its greatest sophistication in the genre of landscape painting. Includes works from John Constable.

10th December – 22nd Jan The Ashburton Art Gallery is located at Baring Square East, just on the other side of the square from the clock tower.

Ashfords Craft Village Experience the joy and pleasure of creating your own unique yarns, fabric, garments and home ware using Ashford spinning wheels, weaving looms, fibres and yarns.

In 1934 Walter Ashford founded Ashford Handicrafts in New Zealand, a company that has become a world leader in the manufacture of quality wooden textile equipment.

Weaving and spinning are easy and enjoyable crafts that are sustainable, renewable and environmentally friendly.

Ashford Craft Shop & Knitcola Stitchery Come and see the home of the world famous Ashford spinning wheels and weaving looms.

Learn how to spin, weave and felt your own unique garments. They have all the range of Ashford equipment on display and ready for you to try. Ashfords have a fabulous range of handspun and woven garments, wool, yarn, and sheepy souvenirs, gifts and crafts.

The museum has an extensive collection of spinning wheels from around the world, including the original Ashford spinning wheel made in 1937, a 1750 English flax wheel and a 1880 Japanese silk wheel and reel.

While you are trying your hand at some spinning or appreciating the fine craftwork, take some time to relax at the Cafe, for some country-style food using the best of local produce.

Amelia’s An enchanting shop offering a selection of collectables.

Antiques, cottage furniture, old quality linen, victorian glass, 30’s depression glass, prints, mirrors and classic pieces of old china. Amelia’s also have handmade gifts exclusive to us in Ashburton.

Eastside Gallery The Gallery is a co-operative of crafts people from the Ashburton District.

They hand-make a variety of quality goods including paintings, pottery, stained glass, jewellery, knitwear, dried flowers, handmade porcelain dolls, china painting, fabric gift items, carved bone and wooden pendants.

New vehicles, used vehicles, parts & service... we do it all!

We believe good things stand the test of time, which is why at Ashburton Toyota your servicing will be carried out by our team of trained technicians, that have over 100 years of combined experience. Four of our technicians are certified to issue WOF’s, to get your car safe and legal as soon as possible. Here is the great news - we don’t just service

Toyotas! We service, maintain and repair ALL makes and models of cars, as well as trailers and caravans.

“Our service technicians know past and present Toyotas, and other makes and models inside and out, giving you piece of mind that you can bring any vehicle to us and we will have it back to you in pristine condition in no time”. Our technicians

receive constant training and up-skilling, so they are up to date in the latest levels of safety requirements.

Our supreme customer satisfaction doesn’t start and finish within the workshop. We will pick up and drop off your car, within the Ashburton town boundary for free! Now that’s what we call service. When you book your next service with us, ask about our loan

car that we have available on a booking system. Remember to book it with us though, as it is so popular, we want to make sure it is available when you need it.

We do it all, from full engine reconditions, to engine diagnostics, WOF repairs and Pre-purchase inspections.

Ashburton Toyota, we care about your car almost as much as you do.

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Ashburton Domain & Community Pool Ashburton Guardian Advertisting Feature When visiting Ashburton, the Ashburton Domain is a charming place to visit for some relaxation and reflection.

The Ashburton Domain is often referred to as the “jewel in the crown” of Ashburton and is very much a community asset.

It is known for its many established trees and in many cases some of the finest specimens you will see anywhere. It is also recognised for its wide range of shrubs - in particular the deciduous azaleas, rhododendrons, lilacs, roses, maples, magnolias and conifers.

Collections of azaleas, camellias and other shrubs have been added to the mature trees.

The Domain has an extensive water system, featuring streams, bridges and a main pond, making for a very picturesque and serene setting for some quiet time out, and a fun place to feed the ducks.

There are seats and picnic tables dotted throughout the extensive grounds and gardens, to allow for a pleasurable experience of its beauty. With a large playground and paddling pool, the Domain is a perfect family picnic spot. There is a separate picnic ground with two electrically operated barbecues and hot water facilities - this area is available for hire at $30.00 per day. The domain is at its best when seen in the autumn and spring, with many couples taking advantage of this for their wedding or for their photos.

The Domain is also host to a wide range of sporting facilities, including an all weather hockey turf, world class tennis courts, a bowling green, an athletic field, and cricket and soccer fields.

Across the road from the Domain is the Ashburton Community Pool.

The Community Pool is Ashburton’s only swimming facility that is open year round.

The six lane main pool is used predominantly as a lane swimming and recreation pool and the small/learner pool is used for learn to swim programs and for under 8’s or weak/non swimmers to learn water confidence and practice swimming in a warm, safe environment.

Ashburton Community Pool has a wide variety of programs to meet your requirements from lane swimming through to the great Ashswim Learn To Swim Programs.

If it’s just for fun or a birthday party then come and enjoy the inflatables, then relax outside in the great weather around the FREE BBQ. Whether you are interested in a one off swim, or if you intend on becoming a regular, the Ashburton Community Pool encourages you to pop in and check out their facilities.

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