Inside this issue: Mel Parsons and Dudley Fairbrass Concert
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Elections 2013 Update
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Emergency Service Stats
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Phone: 318 7450 Fax: 318 7451 Email: info@malvernnews.co.nz Web: www.malvernnews.co.nz
ISSUE 620 Friday 18th Oct 2013
New iApp Symptom 4 Checker Selwyn - Fastest Growing 5 District Letter to the Editors 5 Mortgage & Insurance Advice
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Get to Know Your Neighbours
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Design Your Clan Shield
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Stage 2 Fonterra Update
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Coaching Proves Popular
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A Timely Reminder From Chorus
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Appreciation of Art A Message From Federated Farmers
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Trail Leads To Award
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New Response Vehicle
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Sports Results & Notices
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Public Notices Diary Classifieds
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Trades
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Email Column
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Numerous trees blew down, and more damage was caused throughout the district, during the early hours of Monday, October 14th, which unfortunately also brought down many power lines and caused untold damage to buildings, fences, vehicles and machinery. Local emergency services were also kept busy with numerous incidents.
We are looking for interested people and businesses that would like to form a team and enter in the Darfield Rugby Club Touch Competition for the 2013 season on a Friday Night.
Registration Night Friday 18th Oct 6:30pm Entries & enquiries can be directed to Tim McNae 027 526 8706
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This Saturday provides an exciting and entertaining evening, with Mel Parsons and D u d l ey Fai r b r as s b o th performing at Canterbury Gliding Club (Springfield); a fantastic fundraiser for Springfield School. Mel has twice been a finalist in the NZ Music Awards Folk Album of the Year and has just recently come off a tour with Fly My Pretties. Mel will be supported by local singer and songwriter Dudley Fairbrass. To ensure the evening runs smoothly and professionally, former 3ZB Breakfast Show host, John Dunne kindly donated his services as Master of Ceremonies. The evenings entertainment starts from 6.30pm when the barbeque and bar opens.
Delicious hamburgers will be for sale, Eftpos is available for door sales and bar sales, (strictly no BYO), and the show is set to start at 7.30pm. To ensure a great day’s entertainment, the Canterbury Gliding Club are also hosting an
open day from 10am until 4pm, where they will be offering discounted winch launches. See advertisement on front page for more information or go to www.eventfinder.co.nz/2013/ melmel-parsons/selwyn. Internet sales finish at 3pm on Saturday.
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Dudley Fairbrass exhibiting his musical talent.
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Kelvin Cole will be the returning Mayor for a Third Te r m, de s p it e f ie rc e competition from five rival candidates. Kelvin secured his win by 435 votes. “I’m very pleased, as there was a strong field of candidates. It was a public vote of confidence in the council, with all sitting members being returned.” commented Kelvin. “I am looking forward to the challenges ahead, and working with the community. The appointment of Deputy Mayor will announced at a formal ‘Swearing-in Meeting’ on the 23rd October. Portfolios will be discussed and arranged at the first meeting in November,” he concluded.
Kelvin Coe Olive Webb, who came a close second in her first election campaign wanted to thank everyone who has encouraged her along the way. “I’d like to thank all those who supported me, who had my
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hoardings on their fences, who galloped over the countryside to retrieve them from where gales had deposited them, and who voted for me.” “The election trail was interesting. I utterly enjoyed meeting so many people from throughout the District and hearing their views, opinions, frustrations and concerns. I especially enjoyed hearing people talk of their pride in Selwyn, and their dreams for t h e ms e lv e s a n d t h e ir communities. I intend to not lose these contacts or stop these conversations,” Olive continued. “I wish the new and old Council well. I will continue to be proud of Selwyn’s history and excited for its future.” she concluded. In the Malvern Ward, the two councillor places were won by Sam Broughton who secured a significant amount of votes, and John ‘Jum’ Morten. Morten Sam also wanted to thank everyone for their support during the elections. “It’s great to be re-elected as councillor so I can continue to represent community interests on the Council. Although I was not elected Mayor this time I am pleased with the strong support I received.” John commented he was also very pleased with the results. “The voters showed wonderful support for Sam Broughton. My aim is to be able to communicate more efficiently with me mbe rs of t h e community, on rates, water and roading, in the future.” The News would like to congratulate all those who ran in the 2013 Election Campaign.
MAYOR - Selwyn District Council COE, Kelvin 3,150 WEBB, Olive 2,671 BROUGHTON, Sam 2,259 WALTERS, Sarah 1,993 WOODS, Bill 1,788 LYALL, Malcolm 681 COUNCILLORS, Ellesmere Ward (Two (2) Councillors to be elected) BARNETT, Nigel MCEVEDY, Pat
(No election required – Candidates elected unopposed) COUNCILLORS, Springs Ward (Three (3) Councillors) HASSON, Debra LYALL, Malcolm MILLER, Grant
COUNCILLORS, Malvern Ward (Two (2) Councillors to be elected) BROUGHTON, Sam 2,215 MORTEN, John, (JUM) 1,292 WOODS, Bill 1,098 MUGFORD, Bob 813
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MEMBERS, Selwyn Central Community Board (Four (4) Members to be elected) CHESMAR, Diane FRENCH, Alan MALLOCH, Nicola RUSSELL, Bruce
No election required – Candidates elected unopposed. MEMBERS, Malvern Community Board (Five (5) members) Hawkins Subdivision (Three (3) members) GALLAGHER, Jenny IRELAND, Mary PASCOE, Judith
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STATISTICS DURING SEPTEMBER 2013: Business Hours
Phone 03 318 8392 42 South Terrace, Darfield (Opposite Malvern Butchery)
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STATS FROM INDIVIDUAL FIRE DISTRICTS DURING SEPTEMBER 2013 Structure Vegeta tion Mobile Res cue, MVA Mis c Special Elec. False TOTAL Fi re Fi re Property Emergency, Fi re Servi ce Ha zd Ala rm Fi re Medical Call Calls
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Calls Medical: 44 Trauma: 13 Total: 57
A safety message from the local Fire Brigades: “Alcohol is involved in 50% of all fatal fires. Don’t drink and Fry, get takeaways instead, or use the microwave.”
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Canterbury’s census count rose by nearly 18,000 people since the last census, with Selwyn the fastestfastest-growing district in the country, according to new information from the 2013 Census released on October, 15th by Statistics New Zealand.
• Canterbury’s population of 539,433 has grown by
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17,601 (just over 3 percent) since the 2006 Census, making it the second-largest and ninth-fastest-growing region in the country. Selwyn grew by almost 33 percent (10,953 people), making it the fastest-growing district in the country. Waimakariri also grew by nearly 17 percent (7,155 people) to be the third-fastest-growing district behind Selwyn and Queenstown-Lakes districts. The three fastest rates of population growth in district or city council areas were: - Selwyn district, up nearly a third to 44,595 people. - Queenstown-Lakes district, up 23 percent to 28,224 people. - Waimakariri district, up 17 percent to 49,989 people. Christchurch city’s population declined by 2 percent (6,987 people). New Zealand gained 7,000 people a year from migration between 2006 and 2013 - less than a third of the 23,000 gained per year between 2001 and 2006.
This information from the 2013 census is available two months ahead of schedule. More population information will be available in December 2013. For further information visit: www.stats.govt.nz
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OPEN HOME THIS WEEKEND The information and opinions published are not necessarily those of the Malvern News proprietors. (Unless by prior arrangement, letters to the Editor should be no more than 200 words [approximately] in length.) Letters to the editor won’t be considered for publication without the writer’s name (given and surname) and area of residence (not address) also being printed. Letters written using a pseudonym, are unable to be published.
To the Editors Pets in Town Over the years I have had cats using my gardens and lawns for defecating on, as well as waiting under the bird feeder for any unsuspecting native bird to drop down to the ground for a morsel. Whilst a nuisance, they do not do too much harm, but now I have somebody’s large dog using my vegetable garden as a play ground. In the past few weeks my vegetable garden has been totally destroyed several times. Having tried unsuccessfully to catch the offender in a nice way, to protect my property, I will now have to resort to more drastic measures.’ So’, if this is your dog I suggest you keep it at home at night.
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Response Coordinator. “ O n ce yo u kno w yo u r neighbours you are able to help each other in an emergency and it can also be a great way to develop new friendships and make your neighbourhood a safer and more caring place to live. You might also discover it has benefits like being able to share backyard equipment, childcare, recipes, transport or
help your children to meet new friends next door.” To support Neighbourhood W eek, the Coun ci l h as small grants available for neighbourhood get-togethers. Grants can be used to help host events like barbeques, picnics, wine and cheese evenings, a tr easure hunt, or a neighbourhood fun day. “The grants can be used for
events which help people to meet other people in their neighbourhood or get to know them better,” says Sue. Events can be held any time during October or November.
Creative kids can showcase their artistic talents at this year’s Hororata Highland Games with colouring in and design your own clan shield competitions. Children aged three to five can put their artistic prowess to the test with a colouring-in competition where they are
invited to add their colourful touch to a shield template. For the older children, the challenge is to design a clan shield. There are two categories - ages five to eight and ages nine to eleven - where entrants use a blank shield template to design their very own clan
shield. Entrants are encouraged to think about what makes their family, school, town or country special and unique, taking inspiration from colours, interests and objects that best represent them. Organising committee member Olive Webb said she was looking forward to seeing the creative pieces the children produce. “It’s a great way to get the young ones involved in our fantastic event,” Olive commented.
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To find out more about the grants available, please contact Sue Jenkins on 03 347 2800 or 03 318 8338 or email sue.jenkins@selwyn.govt.nz.
Templates can be downloaded from the Hororata Highland Games website at www.hororata.org.nz/games on the competitions page. Entries should be sent to Hororata Highland Games, PO Box 85, Hororata 7544, & must be received by Oct 25.
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Enter the Creative Kids Competition at the Hororata Spring Fair which is held at the Hororata Domain on Labour Day (28th October). Entry is FREE!! Great prizes up for grabs!
Categories include: • Sandsaucer • Bake a Cake • Make a 3D Model • Art • Textiles/Craft Enter as many categories as you wish.
Fill out the entry form and post it to: Lucy Cookson, 169 Leaches Road, Hororata RD2 Darfield 7572, Phone: 318 0718
Entry form to be returned prior to event
Then bring your creation to the Registration tent by 9:30am on the day!
When you have completed your creation, fill out a entry card, attach it to your entry and bring it to the Registration tent on the morning of the Fair, Monday 28th October at 9am-9:30am. They will be displayed and then judged at 10am. More information and competition guidelines can be found at www.hororataparish.co.nz Sponsored by The Janz at Malvern News
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Neighbourhood Week takes place from Friday, October 25th until Sunday, No vemb er 3rd. The week is a great chance for people to get to know their neighbours. “ Getting to know you r neighbours and creating a Neighbourhood Support group is a good idea,” says Sue Jenkins, Jenkins Selwyn District Coun cil ’s Neighb ourh oo d Support and Communi ty
Spring Fair creative kids Name: Phone number: School: Age: Entries (please tick)
Entries (please tick)
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Textiles/Craft
Make a 3D Model
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Fonterra staff collecting litter on the roadside of SH73. (L-R) Tim Mackay, Rebecca Johnson, Fiona Dunphy & Rebecca Nolan. This year Darfield became home to the world's largest milk powder drier when it kicked into gear at Fonterra's Darfield site in August. The plant produces whole milk powder for export to more th an 20 markets worldwide including the Middle East, China and Southeast Asia. As Fonterra moves towards the peak of the milk season, both Drier One and Drier Two are operating at full capacity, running 24/7 and producing 45 tonnes per hour. Drier 2 alone will produce more than 700 tonnes of product every day, which is enough to fill 45 shipping containers. Darfield’s product is destined for export to more th an 20 markets worldwide including the Middle
East, China and Southeast Asia. The increased production has been supported by the addition of the second train to the site, which commenced as planned in September. The increased production has also been made a reality by a concentrated effort from the team of more than 200 staff who manage milk processing of up to 6.6 million litres per day. In the midst of this busy period, Fonterra's site team have found the time to roll up their sleeves participating in the annual Keep N ew Z eal an d B eau ti f u l campaign. This saw 25 staff take time out from their day to pitch in and spend time cleaning up a slice of the Darfield community.
The first ‘Live to Ride’ skills coaching course was held at Rolleston recently. Riders were offered the chance to learn, practice new techniques, plus gain more confidence with slow manoeuvres and riding on the open road. “Participants on the course at Rolleston, all had a great day, and most agreed it gave them more confidence and increased awareness on the road,” trainer Duncan Seed commented. “Registration for the courses online has been extremely steady. However, there are still a couple of places left on the half day course at Darfield on November 2nd. The full day course in Lincoln on November 9th is now full.
“Due to demand, another course has been arranged for the last weekend in November, with the venue is still to be confirmed. Full details will be placed on the Live to Ride website shortly,” said Selwyn District Council’s Road Safety Co-ordinator, Ngaire Tinning. Tinning The skills coaching offered to Selwyn motorcyclists is highly subsidised and all riders participating in a ‘Live to Ride’ course before the end of March 2014 will go into the draw for $300 of motorcycle safety gear.
For more information, contact Selwyn District Council’s Road Safety CoCo-ordinator or visit www.live2ride.co.nz
For the second year running, Fonterra staff picked up roadside litter in support of the nationwide campaign. The SH73 roadside from the site's entrance to the Darfield Township entrance was combed for litter and the staff's diligent efforts resulted in a ute load of rubbish of all shapes and sizes.
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the local power company when they expect to have power restored. If required, Chorus can arrange for a portable generator to be delivered to the cabinet site to provide power to keep the batteries charged until mains power is restored. The requirement here is that there must be safe access to the site for this to happen. Snow drifts, ice, fallen power lines and trees, road slips, washouts and flooding are some of the challenges that the Chorus work crews face while delivering generators during a major storm event. Chorus has partnered with Federated Farmers to locate portable generators with farmers in some very remote South Island locations. In the event of a major snowstorm where access may be delayed for days, the farmer can take the generator down to their local cabinet, plug it in and keep the equipment running until the power is restored. One of the biggest nuisance’s for residents in a power outage is that their cordless home phone stops working. In areas where power outages are common, Chorus advises residents to have a hard-wired phone somewhere in the house so that even if they lose power to the house they can still use the phone service if power to the network is available. As always, if emergency assistance is required, call 111 without delay.
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Darfield Artweek is in full swing and you have until Sunday, October 20th at 5pm to see the free exhibition at the Darfield Recr eati on Cen tr e. Th e exhibition is also open late
tonight (Friday) until 7pm. So take some time over the next few days to view the 265 artworks on display and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award.
Premier Award winner Libby Baxter alongside her Award Winning mixed media artwork.
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The winners of the major prizes were announced at the Opening Night last Friday evening. The Recreation Centre was filled with around two hundred people, who enjoyed the wine and nibbles as well as the art and crowding the sales tables to buy their favourite piece. Local artists were well represented with Lorraine Natusch taking out the $1000 second prize with a beautiful glass platter and J an Mitchell winning the Friends of MCAC prize of $500 with a brooding landscape. Libby Baxter, Baxter an emerging artist from Ashburton was delighted to win the Premier Award of $2000 for her mixed media work entitled “Harvest’. Other major winners included EunEun-SookSook-Kim with her pastel still life (Buddle Findlay $500 prize). Samantha Clyne (Darfield Dental $500 prize) with her subdued landscape in acrylic. Highly Commended Awards went to local textile artist Jose Proud and previous award winner Jane Bowman. Bowman The free exhibitions at the Darfield Recreation Centre, Darfield Library and Selwyn Gallery are running until Sunday, October 20th 2013.
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Cut Precision Silage Cereal, Grass, Maize Baleage, Hay, Straw & Selling Buying Grass/Maize/ Silage/Hay/
Please call to discuss your requirements
Derek de Stacpoole 318 7160 or 0274 458 228 Crowds enjoying the fantastic art on display at Darfield Art Week
“Doing the groundwork for increased profits”
FORRESTER CONTRACT HARVESTING Formally D.A Bull Book your area in now for the up coming season!
• Running a New Holland CX8070
24ft Combine • Tractor, Trailer, Auger and Draper • Pickup available on request
Sam Forrester M: 027 405 8534
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Your solution to quality supplements
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Specialising in 4 x 3 Big Square Bales
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Tube/Individual Wrapping Cartage Mowing & Raking
STANDING GRASS WANTED Ph Moff 027 450 5249 or Chris 021 518 973 Book your hay, straw & baleage orders
EARLY to avoid unnecessary costs
Buying & Selling of: Baleage, Hay & Straw Ph Moff 027 450 5249
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Kelvin Kimber Federated Farmers is looking to ascertain the extent of wind related damage in rural Canterbury after the storm that hit early hours on Monday morning. “Lightning may not strike twice in the same spot but it appears the wind can,” says Chris Allen, Allen Fed er ated Far mers MidCanterbury Provincial President.
“Five weeks on from the last wind storm we may be back to square one. At least the MetService gave us a warning last week that this wind was on the cards.” “All downed power lines need to be treated as live. Farmers are encouraged to ring their local lines company to report faults which will speed repair. When it
comes to downed trees safety is paramount, especially with the current unstable weather,” Chris continued. If anyone has any concerns relating to the latest storm please ring the Federated Farmers Adverse Events line 0800 376 844. You do not have to be a member to leave details.
Specialists in a range of farm, lifestyle buildings and steel sheds from garages to 25mt Clearspan 18 Piako Drive R.D. 1 Darfield 7571 Canterbury
Phone: 03 318 7342 Fax: 03 318 7347 Mobile: 0274 383 572 kelvink@xtra.co.nz
Beet crops we have planted have won Supreme awards at Malvern & Courtenay A&P, Mayfield A&P, Ellesmere A&P Winter Feed Competitions. We use a 12 row Accord Planter, set at 50cm rows, with a GPS steered tractor. Please book in now, to ensure we can fit your paddock in.
Above: Tree down at Waimakariri Golf Course. Photos by Godfrey Judd. Judd
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Cultivation using a Heva Disc Roller with Combi-till DIRECT & CONVENTIONAL DRILLING John Deere 750A Disc Drill, Roller Drill PLOUGHING
►Sam: 027 2791 344 ►John: 027 4321 988 ►A/H: (03) 318 6847 ►Fax: (03) 318 6990
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Conventional Hay Baling Reasonable Rates
Contact Yerry 318 2345
The Selwyn Food and Wine Trail has been named as the ‘best tourism service’ in the South Island Best of Wine Tourism Awards. The food and wine trail provides tourists and local residents with the opportunity to visit over thirty wine and food producers
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in Selwyn District. It allows for people to sample wine and fresh local produce, and dine at cafes and restaurants. Selwyn District Tourism Advisor Elizabeth Pitcorn says that Selwyn is becoming increasingly well known as a fantastic wine growing area. “Our high sunshine hours and low rainfall are ideal for producing top quality wines and fantastic fresh produce.” Elizabeth says that the trail has been extremely popular. “Many of the wineries and gourmet cafes that operate in Selwyn have only opened in the past few years, so it’s very exciting for people living in Selwyn and Canterbury to be able to discover so many new wineries and dining options on their doorstep.
The trail attracts day trippers and both domestic and international tourists to Selwyn. “Due to it being self-guided and mapped people can spend as much time as they wish visiting cafes, restaurants and wineries, and can also be completed over several visits,” Elizabeth adds. The Best of Wine Awards are run by the Great Wine Capitals Network. The regional award winners from the Best of Wine Tourism Awards now go on to compete against others from the network’s cities and wine regions at the international awards in Nap a Valley, California. The Selwyn Food & Wine Trail guide is available online at: www.selwynfoodandwinetrail.co.nz
Phone: 03 318 1500
With Summer approaching it is a timely reminder to farmers of the benefits of using the Cross Slot drill to maximise returns. Reduces labour and fuel costs and reduces irrigation and evaporation. Cross Slot is the only drill to place fertiliser alongside the seed.
Limited • • • • • • • • • • • •
20 ton & 8 ton Excavators 13 ton digger Heavy Transporter Hire Shelter Belt Removal Stump Removal Root Raking River Protection Drainage Site Works Truck & Trailer Hire Shingle Supplies Driveways
Rob Curle Owner operator, specialising in rural excavation
Cell: 027 508 2240 AH: 03 318 4722
E: rob@curlecontracting.co.nz
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Synlait Milk is proud to have been able to help the local Volunteer Fire Brigade in Dunsandel by funding the purchase of a brand new emergency response vehicle that will be used to support the community. The vehicle was officially handed over to the Brigade recently by Synlait Milk Managing Director John Penno who said Synlait Milk was happy to respond to a call for help from such an important local service provider. “Being able to give something back to our local community, which we are committed to, means a lot to us,” John said. Chief Fire Officer Ian Chatterton commented that being able to provide additional support to
the existing fire appliance and water tanker when responding to local emergencies is a great boost to the Brigade. “The support Synlait Milk has given to our local brigade has been fantastic. The vehicle will be used to respond to emergencies in all weather conditions and allow us to access remote areas, secure the scene of motor vehicle accidents faster, and respond to medical emergencies in support of ambulance services.” “We will use the vehicle for nonemergency events within the local community, like fire safety promotions and the fire wise programme at schools,” Ian added. The Brigade would also like to
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acknowledge contributions from th e b ro ad er Du ns and el community with $15,000 having been raised to date. “With the funds raised, the Brigade is looking to procure essentials including medical equipment, r o ad s af ety equ ip m en t, ch ai n s aw s , h and to o l s and personnel protection equipment. Parking facility plans are also being put in place to construct a garage next to the existing fire station,” Ian said.
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Design – Installation – Servicing Toro Irrigation Systems Lawns - Gardens Lifestyle Blocks - K-Line Irrigation Sports Grounds - Horticulture
Freeman Irrigation Ltd Phil & Kristie Hudson Free Phone: 0800 22 33 92 www.freemanirrigation.co.nz info@freemanirrigation.co.nz
“Be prepared for this season’s harvest” BOOK EARLY! Phone Matthew 021 526 576 David Berry of the Dunsandel Fire Brigade, John Penno - Synlait, Ian Chatterton and Ken Lee, Dunsandel Fire Brigade.
www.broadgateharvesting.com
Efficient, Friendly Service HAY STRAW
BALEAGE SILAGE
MAKE IT ● CART IT ● BUY IT ● SELL IT
Large areas of standing grass or lucerne, suitable for silage. Phone Dean 318 3630 (diverts to cell-phone)
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Results 12th October 2013 Competition - Stroke: G Gifkins 67 B Nahkies 68 D Rutter 70 P Radford 71 G Maynard 72 J Ridgen 72 Women’s Longest Drive: L Marsh Men’s Longest Drive: D Rutter Closest to Pin # 9 - Terrace Winebar: P Bee # 17 - Chalmers Construction: W Watson
PUBLIC NOTICES
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PROACTIVE M ARTIAL ARTS TEMPLETON
Enjoy swimming? Can swim two lengths of 25 metre pool? Want to improve your stroke & fitness levels? Burnham Swim club is looking for members to join their relaxed and friendly, volunteer run, non-profit club. Burnham Swim Club caters for different levels of ability & swimmers are assessed individually so they can participate at a level that best suits them. Grading & assessment will be held on Saturday 2nd Nov, at 10:00am, at the Burnham Army Camp Swimming Pool, (just inside the main gates next to the gym). Any further queries please contact Sue on 03 318 7427.
OFFERS TWO FREE LESSONS We are a freestyle Martial Art, teaching in a fun & relaxed atmosphere Come along and have a look. Gain confidence, co-ordination, fitness and self-defence. We cater for all age groups and fitness levels. Templeton Community Centre • Mondays & Fridays TIGERS: 3-7yrs 3.30-4.05pm PANTHERS: 7-12yrs 4.10-4.55pm XTREME: 12+yrs 5.00-5.50pm FREESTYLE: Adults 5.55-6.55pm For any enquiries ph Jacque or Allister 03 349 4946. www.selfdefence.co.nz
Many thanks to our sponsors.
Selwyn Aquatic Centre Scoops Architecture Awards Twilight Results 11th October 2013 Men: P McOscar 30 J Halkett N Robertson 28 B Jordan I Palmer 26 D Mumby A Bennet 24 T Chapman D Platt 24 D Brettkelly M Brettkelly 23 R Marsh P Fletcher 21 N Penney R Parker 21 Women: N Muir 25 M Robertson K Penney 20 Nearest to pin: N Muir, P Eddy (Donated by Darfield Bakery)
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Recently Kirwee Rugby Club h o s ted th e Can ter bu r y (Waitaha) and Otago Maori Seniors’ Rugby Teams. This was O tago ’s ch all en g e to Canterbury for the Ratana Challenge Trophy which has been played for since 1933. The day started with a powhiri wher e Can terbu ry Mao ri welcomed the arrival of the Otago Maori team at the Kirwee grounds. This was then followed by a traditional Maori Haka and after all of this, there was a game of rugby to be played! The game started out as a close affair with penalties being the main source of points. However after halftime the flood gates
Results 12th October 2013 Best Gross N Robertson Best Net T Bishell 1st D Well 77 P Deans 77 2nd A Hogg 77 N Robertson 77 3rd G Baker 73 R Marsh 73 4th P Fletcher 72 T Bishell 72 5th G Deans 71 G Cunliffe 71
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Twos: N Robertson Closest to Pin #2 in 2: T Bishell # 6: D Wei # 11: M Lunjevich # 14: G Baker # 17: K Kible
13th October Championships Match Play Finals Men: Senior Int Junior A Junior B Women: Senior: R/up: Junior A: R/up: Junior B: R/up:
D Davies R/up T Bishell R/up P McOscar R/up B Scott R/up
K Hicks K Williams B Cleland M Adams
Raewyn Kars Nicky Muir Meg Morten Tish Ballagh Isy McLaughlin Chris Robinson
Results 15th October 2013 Team Stableford Glyn, J McLeod, F Taylor G Cowen, B Scott, E Woodward Nearest to the pin: B Scott, L Oliver
The Selwyn Aquatic Centre has won two awards at the 2013 Canterbury Architecture Awards. The Aquatic Centre won a Public Architecture and a Sustainable Architecture award. Judges praised the centre’s clear and direct design concept, the building’s sense of lightness, the extensive use of natural light along the full length of the façade and the heat recovery and ventilation systems, which reduce power use at the centre. The 2,800 square metre facility features an eight-lane 25 metre pool, a hydrotherapy pool with spa area, a learn-to-swim pool and a leisure pool with a lazy river.
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opened and the Canterbury Maori team ran away as the comfortable winners by 38 to 3 to retain the challenge trophy.
AGM Tuesday 22nd Oct 7:30pm Coalgate Tavern
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Tuesday 19th Nov 7:30pm Coalgate Tavern Enquiries to Juanita 03 318 8686
ALL WELCOME
John (Jum) Morten For Selwyn Council
Thank you for your support. Looking forward to the next three years working with you and for you! Mob: 027 200 2578
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Hororata Golf Club Sheffield Garden Club members have been out enjoying gardens around the District recently. On October 1st, thirty members visited three gardens; The first stop of the day was the Orchid Garden, where the owner spoke about growing orchids, followed by a viewing of the flowers. Members were given the opportunity to purchase some of these flowers. Next followed a relaxing lunch at the Wedding Chapel near West Melton and a chance to explore the immaculate grounds. The final destination for the day was to Silva Daffodils, with the owner sharing his knowledge on looking after daffodils. The members of the club were able to order varieties for next year. A wonderful day was had by all. Judith Earl-Williams
Here is your chance to learn to play golf! 10 lessons over 4 months - Friday evenings, 5 - 7pm From 8th November to 28th March Limited space available. Minimal fee applies
To register your interest please contact Pip Deans on 318 0833
Malvern Plunket Centre, Jackson Street, Darfield New & Casual Members Welcome 10-11am Toys available from 7-8pm 0 - 5 years 10-11:30am More info available at the 10-11am Centre or by 7-8pm 10-11:30am phoning Anna 021 035 4013
OCT/NOV DATES ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦
Tues 22nd Oct Wed 23rd Oct Sat 26th Oct Tues 5th Nov Wed 6th Nov Sat 9th Nov
Selwyn SeniorNet Darfield Classes Darfield Library 4 week courses starting 22nd October ● Introduction to Computers - Tues 10am ● Introduction to Ipads - Tues 1pm To register: Contact Lisa Mob: 021 0233 9189 AH: 03 325 7831 Email: lisael@vodafone.co.nz
138th SHOW SATURDAY 23rd NOV 2013 Schedules now available from the Secretary by sending an A5 S.A.E. Also available on the R.A.S. web site: www.ras.org.nz A new Horse Section has been introduced this year - Riding Horse. All entries close on Monday 21st October, except Fruit, Vegetables & Flowers. Space closes Monday 28th October. Secretary, P.O.Box 36, Kirwee. 7543.
Matson & Allan Outstanding Young Achievers Award in association with Courtenay A & P Assn NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Looking for people 30 years or younger that live locally within the Malvern area. The award is open to all industries and lifestyles that our young people are involved in – it is not specifically targeted at the rural industry. To apply or nominate someone please contact Gavin Wilson 03 318 1708 or 027 207 0641
MULCH SALE Sunday 27th October, 10am
$25
Per cubic metre
We can load it for you, first in first served. Licensed Agent REAA (2008)
Your local Real Estate Office Clocktower Corner, Darfield. Phone 03 318 8204 anytime
Corner of Dip Road & Adams Road, Greendale Enquiries to: 03 317 9587
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RAKAIA FIREWORKS DISPLAY Saturday 2nd November, from 6:00pm at Rakaia Sports Domain FREE ENTRY! Food Stalls, Kiddie Train, Bonfire All the fun of the fair!
St Peter's Community Church Springfield
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To be held at the Church 21st October 2013, 8pm All Welcome
9:30am - 1pm Saturday, 26th October Glentunnel Community Hall BA RGAINS GA LORE!!
To book a stall, contact: Judith Walker - 027 257 2772 Heather Clouston - 021 318 260
AIR CONDITIONING AIR conditioning repairs, re-gassing and installation on trucks, tractors, combines, forestry and earthmoving equipment. Fully equipped service vehicle including hosemaking. Over 40 years experience. Contact Ken at North Canterbury Auto Air. Please phone 0274 341 260 or workshop 03 313 6785. PUBLIC NOTICES
The Sheffield Book Exchange
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Friends of Darfield Hospital Charitable Trust The Friends wish to thank the
Darfield Indoor Bowling Club for organising the very successful tournament held recently, all members of the community who participated, those individuals and businesses who so generously gave prizes and monetary donations, and everyone who provided food for supper. Kind regards - Brian Davidson, Chairperson PUBLIC NOTICES
Be at the Sheffield Hall on Sunday 20th Oct 12 - 3pm for the community book exchange! Bring a book and exchange it for another! We would love to see as many locals there as possible to support this wonderful community initiative!
We also welcome any donations of books. Any questions please phone Michelle 318 3000.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
PUBLIC NOTICES
All families with preschoolers welcome to attend our relaxed and friendly coffee mornings at the Kirwee Sports Pavilion, High Street.
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Thursday 24th Oct,10am. A Plunket car seat representative will be present to check fittings and answer any queries in regards to car seat issues. Wednesday 6th Nov, 10am. A Karitane nurse will be visiting and available to discuss any parenting issues. Monday 4th Nov, 7.30pm. Annual General Meeting, also at the sports pavilion. Any queries contact Anna 03 318 1619 annadenholm@clear.net.nz
DATES TO REMEMBER 18th Oct 19th Oct 19th Oct 19th Oct 20th Oct 20th Oct 20th Oct 21st Oct 22nd Oct 22nd Oct 22nd Oct 22nd Oct 23rd Oct 23rd Oct 24th Oct 24th Oct 24th Oct 25th Oct 25th Oct 26th Oct 26th Oct 26th Oct 27th Oct 28th Oct 30th Oct 31st Oct 1/2/3rd Nov 1st Nov 2nd Nov 2nd Nov 2nd Nov 2nd/3rd Nov 4th Nov 5th Nov 6th Nov 6th Nov 8th Nov 9th Nov 8th/10th Nov 14th Nov 19th Nov 23rd Nov 30th Nov 30th Nov
6:30pm 9:00am 6:30pm 9:30pm 9:00am 12:00pm 8:00pm 10:00am 10:00am 1:00pm 7:30pm 9:30am 7:00pm 10:00am 5:00pm 7:30pm 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am 9:30am 10:30am 10:00am 9:30am 7:30pm 4:30pm 10:00am 7:00pm 10:00am 6:00pm 10:00am 7:30pm 10:00am 10:00am 7:00pm 5:00pm 10:00am 10:30am 7:30pm 10:30am 2:30pm
Darfield Touch Registration Night Darfield Rugby Club Darfield Farmers Market Next to CRT, Darfield ‘Mel Parsons & Dudley Fairbrass’ Concert Canty Gliding Club, Springfld Terrace Winebar Live Music “Wolverines” Main Road, Darfield Country Xmas in Park Auditions Darfield West Melton Scouts Monster Garage Sale West Melton Comm Centre Sheffield Book Exchange Sheffield Hall St Peter’s Community Church AGM Springfield Church Selwyn SeniorNet - Computer Courses Darfield Library Darfield Plunket & Toy Library Session Jackson Street, Darfield Malvern News Advertising Deadline advertising@malvernnews.co.nz Malvern Game Hunters AGM Coalgate Tavern Annabels Educare Open Day South Terrace, Darfield Darfield Plunket & Toy Library Session Jackson Street, Darfield Plunket Car Seat Representative at Kirwee Plunket Kirwee Sports Pavilion Rolleston News Advertising Deadline info@malvernnews.co.nz Sheff/Wadd Township Comm Tri-ennial AGM Sheffield Hall Dye-Versity Exhibition Opening Selwyn Gallery Wovenveranda Display at Darfield ITM Darfield ITM Darfield Plunket & Toy Library Session Jackson Street, Darfield Community Spring Garage Sale Glentunnel Community Hall Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session Kirwee Community Hall Tailored Trees Ltd Mulch Sale Greendale Hororata Parish Spring Fair Hororata Domain Sheffield/Springfield Toy Library AGM Sheffield Comm Hall Art In a Garden Hawarden, Nrth Canterbury Art in a Garden Hawarden, Nrth Canterbury Scarlett Rose - Friday Night is Fashion Night South Terrace, Darfield Live to Ride Motorcycle Skills Coaching Darfield Burnham Swim Club Grading & Assessment Day Burnham Army Camp Pool Rakaia Fireworks Display Rakaia Sports Domain Oxford Country Garden Fete Ribblesdale Garden, Oxford Kirwee Plunket AGM Kirwee Sports Pavilion Darfield Plunket & Toy Library Session Jackson Street, Darfield Karitane Nurse at Kirwee Plunket Kirwee Sports Pavilion Darfield Plunket & Toy Library Session Jackson Street, Darfield Hororata Golf Club Golf Coaching Glentunnel Darfield Plunket & Toy Library Session Jackson Street, Darfield Darfield ITM Fishing Trip Lake Benmore Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session Kirwee Community Hall Selwyn Rugby Club AGM Coalgate Tavern Courtenay A&P Show Kirwee Showgrounds Kirwee Plunket Toy Library Session Kirwee Community Hall Tara Marshall Dance Studio End of Year Show Villa Maria College
EDUCARE OPEN DAY Wednesday 23rd October 9:30am - 2:00pm All welcome to visit Educare
Come & see the Educare programme in action. Meet Leigh, and the teachers to discuss your child’s learning and care needs. For all new, permanent enrolments, we are offering an additional 6 hours free. *conditions apply
South Terrace, Darfield • 3 YR 318 7948 • 4 YR 318 8843 • Educare 318 7943
Visit: www.selwyn.govt.nz for any updated notices regarding the water supply in your area
Friday 18th October 2013 ACCOUNTANTS
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DRIVEWAYS
GARDENS & LAWNS
HOUSE WANTED
HOUSE wanted, preferably to LAY ASSOCIATES Chartered CLEANER available for homes LIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards LIFESTYLE buy, but will rent. 2-4 Accountants. Rolleston Office ar ou nd M al ver n ar ea. bedroom in Doyleston, Irwell, phone 03 347 4501, Leeston Phone Tania for more info and dairy lanes our speciality. Screened rotten-rock, it’s local Brookside or surrounding Office phone 03 324 3030. 021 174 9239. and lasts better. Springfield areas. Anything considered. “Real people, real knowledge”. PROFESSIONAL Touch Cleaning. Are your gardens looking Phone 03 302 7505 or For a great clean, domestic or Quarry phone 318 4132. messy and tired? 027 447 1393. co m m er ci al . 13 years Needing a good prune ALTERATIONS FOR SALE experience. Please phone and tidy up, or BEV’S Clothing Alterations & Penny 027 315 2008 or a/h FOR SALE - Large quantity of landscaping. Lawns INSPECTIONS Repairs. 140 Chattertons 03 303 5023. mowed & grass cut, even 2nd hand 13 & 20mm low P RO PE R TY In s p ecti o n s ! large sports grounds Road, Yaldhurst, RD 6 density alkathine pipe, all have Offering initial & routine had drippers in, some Christchurch. Ph 342 4003. DOGS Phone Kevin inspections on tenanted drippers still there, all long 03 318 1109 or houses, taking the hassle out lengths. To be sold as one lot. for you. Call Rebecca of Rural BIRTH NOTICES What offers? Phone 318 1325 Tenancy Inspections Ltd on or 027 687 0270 HEALTH & FITNESS 027 313 2270 or email RED clover seed, dressed with rtil@xtra.co.nz. classes Mondays 7pm at YOGA good P & G. 25 kg bags. Sheffield Hall. Wednesday Phone 021 346 944. PETS/LIVESTOCK 12noon at Darfield Rec And Centre. Open classes to suit FOR sale, working 2 year old Doggy Day Care Chapman/Lockie all levels - everyone welcome. Huntaway dog. Well loved. 312 Kiri Kiri Rd, Oxford Matt and Pip are thrilled Please contact Geraldine for $450. Phone 318 3700. to announce the safe arrival m o r e i n f o r m at i o n o n Ph Anne, Vern or of their baby girl 03 318 3012. Gareth Whiting Mila Rose Chapman PET BEREAVEMENT CAN DELIVER 03 312 3355 born 03/10/13. HOUSE TO LET
Gardens & Lawn Care
OXFORD BOARDING KENNELS
PEA STRAW
A huge thanks to Holly Mayberry and the staff at the Darfield Hospital and to our family and friends for all the love and support.
027 288 8724
Open 7 days 9am-11pm, 4pm-6pm
EQUESTRIAN CARPET CLEANING
$40 PH 027 439 9116 GARAGE SALE
FARRIER servicing Christchurch SATURDAY 26th October from CA RPET/WINDOW cleaning. South. Please phone Shane 8:30am. 8 Stanwood Grove, Quick drying. For a thorough 03 347 4731. Darfield. Contents of house
job at a competitive rate. Call or text Robert anytime on 027 299 9599. CATTERY
ANGEL Cats Boarding Cattery, Oxford. Individual rooms. Lots of cuddles & loving care. Please phone 03 312 1452 website: www.angelcats.biz email: angelcats@xtra.co.nz
Children's riding lessons: $20 half hour, $35 hour. Qualified & experienced instructor. Learn to groom, tack up & ride one of our well schooled ponies. Phone Kate 03 347 6678 or 021 113 6370
CHURCH NOTICES CHURCH of the Open Door, E: rosewoodlivery@hotmail.co.nz Te Pirita. Where people learn FENCING to have faith in God through the teaching of our Lord Jesus SUMMERFIELD Fencing - in your Christ. Open 24/7. area now. Lifestyle. Farm. Sheep. Cattle. Horse. All types CONTRACTING of animals. Fences. Yards. HAY baling. For all your sheds. Arenas. Shelters. Runs. conventional small bale 27 yeas contract fencing. requirements. Running a John is available to help with 2013 new Holland baler. design and planning. Phone Phone Shawn or Heather Carol and John Summerfield 03 312 4747. Valpy on 027 203 9205. FIREWOOD & COAL
AC & EA WAKELIN FIREWOOD SUPPLIERS Phone 03 318 1484 or 021 260 4520 (Certified truck for measurement)
FIREWOOD & COAL Mature Pine:
3 mtrs $175 6 mtrs $340 9 mtrs $510 12 mtrs $675 15 mtrs $840 Hardwoods available Old man pine also available WINZ quotes welcomed
and workshop. Leather suite, queen & single beds, chain saw, small tables, barstools, oak cabinet, outdoor furniture, dressing table, drill press & grinder, electric hacksaw, upright freezer, piano, fishing gear and much more.
Monster Garage Sale
In loving memory
5 bedroom house in country of Jodie area. 8km from Darfield. Warm, sunny, modern family Sadly missed Norma & home. School bus to gate. Benji Long term to right people. No dogs. $500 per week. Phone 021 126 0318. PLANT NURSERIES SPRINGFIELD 2 bedroom unit. HORORATA Nurseries - Quality Large bedroom & lounge. landscape plants at wholesale Great mountain views. $190 prices. Specialists in farm and per week. Phone Karen dairy conversion plantings. 03 318 4840. Natives, ornamentals, hedging, deciduous trees. Hardy locally g r own s to ck. Fr i en d l y knowledgeable advice. Phone 4 Bedroom, Dave or Wendy for hours we near new house. are open 03 318 0081 or visit $460 per week. www.hororatanurseries.co.nz
DARFIELD
Available 28th October
Something for everyone!
Phone 027 274 6524
Come to our Monster Garage Sale and find some bargains:
PAINTING & DECORATING
Books • Clothing • Toys • Baby Gear Sports Gear • Kit chen Plants • Tools Electrics • Bric-brac • Indoor Furnit ure Outdoor Furnit ure...
Sunday 20th Oct 2013 9:00am to 1:00pm W est Melton Community Centre Donations of goods for sale Accepted @ W/M Com Centre Saturday 19 Oct 10am-4pm. Ph Graeme Howden 347 9295 for enquiries
PAINTER Rapid Response. Quality work guaranteed. Interi or /E xterio r, roofs, spraypainting, waterblasting. Phone Graeme for a free quote 318 2614. Email spotgee@xtra.co.nz
ROOF MAINTENANCE ROOF & house maintenance. All aspects covered including spouting, mortar, tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Phone 03 347 6702. PAINTING & DECORATING
WEST MELTON SCOUT GROUP
GARDENS & LAWNS AAA - Selwyn Mowing - free quotes. Ride-on mower/large lawns. Locally owned and operated. Phone Mike 0274 978 111 or 03 317 8191. COMPOST well rotted pig manure and sawdust, no smell. Bags or bulk, pick-up or delivered. Phone 318 8131
For all your Interior & Exterior Painting Requirements
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SITUATION VACANT
DARFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL
Teacher Aide - 20+ hours pw Experienced Teacher Aide required to support a Yr3 student. Starting date 30.10.13 Email covering letter and C.V. to: office@darfieldprimary.school.nz by Friday 25 October 2013 REAL ESTATE
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SITUATION VACANT
McCorkindale Contracting Ltd ● ● ● ● ●
Person required for all types of fencing Full or part time work available All aspects of fencing Must be reliable, enthusiastic, like working outdoors and part of a team Full training to right person
Phone Jeremy 027 333 7383
REAL ESTATE
THINKING of selling your home? Call June Cloudesley 0274 534 308 or 03 318 8311. Residential, lifestyle, sales agent. Darfield. PGG Wrightson Real Estate REAA 2008
Residential / Lifestyle PROPERTY DECISIONS TO MAKE? Working in the Selwyn area. Specialising in meeting your requirements.
PROPERTIES
REQUIRED! Phone Jo Counsell 021 364 664 or 03 318 7506 a/h
Community Support Workers NZCare Group is one of the largest providers of support services to people with an intellectual disability. We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic people to work as full time, part time, and casual Community Support Workers across our services in Christchurch.
● Darfield: [new] Superior modern family home, 2013 Master Build Award. 4 bedrooms, 2 living areas, attached 2 bedroom self contained apartment. Excellent outdoor living, spa area, man cave, a must see, many extras. 3 Perrin Place, Open Day Sunday 1 to 1:30pm. ● Coalgate: Permanent material 4 bedroom home set on 2041m2 section. Private and secure. For Sale $390.000 must sell. Open Day Sunday 12 noon to 12:30pm ● West Melton: “Superior Rural Living” 4 hectares, excellent 5 bay shed. 5 bedrooms, 2 living areas all open out to the North. Open Home Sunday 2:15 to 3pm. 311 Newtons Road. For sale by deadline closing 31st Oct 2013 ● Darfield: Bareland 4 hectares, back section all services at gate. Private, great views. If you are anticipating selling your house in Summer please call me to discuss your needs.
Min Cookson 027 249 5417 03 347 9944
FENCING contractor requires fencer for casual or perm position. Must be reliable, fit with good work ethic. Experience preferred. Good wages. Phone 021 640 748. SCRAP METAL SCRAPMETAL - cash paid for all typ es o f m etal f arm machinery, old cars etc. Pl e as e p h o n e W a yn e 027 749 9736 or 03 323 6610 (Licenced Dealer). YOUR local scrap metal recycler, Black Sheep Scrap. Phone 03 318 0633 or 027 255 4484 (Licenced Scrap Dealer). Anything metal collected, small to large. TREE SERVICES
TREES DOWN? Qualified Forestry Contactor
In this busy and varied role you will work as part of a close-knit team to support people with all aspects of daily living – including support with personal cares, cleaning, promoting independence, and accessing the community!
Looking to clean up trees in your area. Can sell logs on your behalf.
A huge part of this role is supporting people to achieve their goals and live an ordinary life – if you want to make a difference, this is the position for you!
Phone Craig 021 22 22 133
Experience and qualifications are not necessary; you just need to be fun loving, dedicated, and willing to learn.
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Fitter/ Welder A or General Engineer We are a leading agricultural manufacturing and general engineering company based in Canterbury. Due to continued product demand, along with the ongoing expansion of our operation, we require a Fitter/Welder A or General Engineer to join our Sheffield team, 35 minutes west of Christchurch. Ideally, the suitable applicant will: • be a competent fabricator/welder in all positions, predominantly in mig welding (hardwire), but also arc welding at times. • have basic machining skills on both lathes & mills • be able to model a good understanding of gas cutting and brazing operations • be reliable with tidy work habits and high standards. • have good communication skills, be self motivated and work well in a team environment. • be able to work unsupervised. • have a good understanding of OSH workplace practices • have a current full drivers licence Applications close 2 November 2013 Please send a current C.V to: The Operations Manager, Taege Engineering Main West Road, Sheffield 7500 or alternatively, email phil@taege.com or fax 318 3646
HOME BASED COACHING FOR YOUR ENGLISH SPEAKING, READING & WRITING Especially for international students & workers in Darfield district. A senior ESOL tutor, with experience in Asia, will assess your needs and prepare lessons to help you gain confidence and skill.
Please ring Roger 03 318 2414
VEHICLE FOR SALE NISSAN Navara wellside ute. 1987, 2 litre petrol, 5 speed floor change. Fibreglass canopy. $3450. Please phone 0274 726 595. TOYOTA Camry 1991 ZX Signature Class 2L. 149000 kms. New WOF. $1750.00. Phone 03 317 9699 or 027 637 2583 or 027 228 6701.
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Contracts Manager: Daniel French 021 776 138 Manager: Lincoln Graham 027 439 9707 prosidecontractingltd@yahoo.co.nz
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Mark Jones 03 318-1956 027 210 4242
0800 427 427
mark@supercomputer.co.nz
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