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Selwyn’s only locally owned and operated community newspaper The Record has taken out the prestigious Frank Veale Memorial Award for Most Improved Newspaper at the New Zealand Community Newspaper Association’s annual awards’ night held in Wellington last week. The Record firstly took out its most improved category award for community newspapers with a circulation of 7,500 to 20,000, with sister publication the Kaipara Lifestyler runner-up, before being named overall winner across all classes in the award category. Both papers are published by NorthSouth Multi Media which is owned by West Melton’s Kelvin Green and managing director Allan Mortensen of Dargaville. NSMM general manager Deb Wright said the company was delighted at its success at the awards. “The CNA awards are a strong indicator of how our publications are tracking against other publications from the top independent newspaper publishers from all over the country. “To achieve such national recognition tells us and our loyal advertising clients that we are up there with the best in the country and all of our staff should be very proud of that.” The Record, which celebrates its first birthday next week, evolved into its present format out of the long running Malvern Record, a smaller mono A4 publication, which had been based in Darfield for over 50 years. NZCNA awards judge Sue McPherson said early in 2013 the owners decided to turn The Record into a tabloid newspaper with process colour and increased the

p Staff at The Record celebrate their win at the NZCNA annual awards. From left: NSMM director Kelvin Green, reporter Belinda Cullen-Reid, editor Kent Caddick and sales reps Paul Macdonald and Penelope McIntyre

circulation to 10,500 [from 4,500] to include the Rolleston, West Melton and Darfield districts. “The employment of an editor and reporter has lifted the quality and quantity of editorial content and presentation,” she said. “While The Record’s path to a traditional community paper is not unique — this is how many publications have evolved — the paper has achieved

a remarkable metamorphosis this year.” The NZCNA is made up of independent newspaper publishers throughout New Zealand and has been running for over 50 years. It represents around 70 independent publishers of weekly, bi-weekly and monthly community newspaper publications and over 300 entries were received for this year’s awards across 14 categories. ¢

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p Darfield Primary School students get ready to present their speeches at last week’s speech finals. Principal Aaron Richards said speeches were given on a range of topics including cats, dads, travel, apartheid and football. “I was proud of how confidently the students took on this public speaking challenge.” First place went to Caitlin Knowles with her speech about being a twin and Tessa Bishell was placed second with her speech about her family.

p The role at West Melton Primary School continues to grow. The school which began in 1871 with just 21 students now has 371 students enrolled. New entrants, from left eleanor Bisley, Sid Meyers and Isabella Randall are the latest to join the school which has two new entrant classes, with a third class starting next term for the additional 13 new entrants enrolled to start at the school in term three.

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Trust marks 20 years

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The Malvern Health and Community Welfare Trust has celebrated its 20th birthday.

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Selwyn dogs and their owners can expect to see a friendly new face at the Rolleston Dog Park over the school holidays. Isabella Howe will be taking up her role as a volunteer Junior Dog Park Ranger at the Rolleston Dog Park for two weeks as part of the High Flyers extension programme at Weedons School. The 11-year-old will be at the off-leash park during the school holidays to welcome people and share some of the key things she learnt at a Dog Smart Course which is run in schools around the district by the Selwyn District Council’s animal control team. Isabella said it was exciting to have this opportunity because she loves being with animals and enjoy bringing their p Weedons School pupil Isabella Howe and her dog Ollie at Rolleston Dog Park, where she will be helping people over family dog Ollie down to the the school holidays dog park after school. “I’m looking forward to sharing ideas come into the dog park, ensuring people with other people too, like how to are using doggie-bags to clean up after approach a dog and to remember that their dogs, and handing out lollipops to if it’s on its own, leave it alone.” children. She will be easily recognised in Council’s animal control team leader her bright yellow Junior Dog Park Ranger Steve Clarke said it will be a great vest and accreditation lanyard. Mr Clarke said July was an important opportunity for the team to have extra presence at the dog park at such a time for dogs in Selwyn as people need to ensure their dogs are registered and busy time. “This will be the first time we have details are up to date. “Last year we re-registered 100% had a Junior Dog Park Ranger and we are confident Isabella will enjoy spending of dogs in Selwyn that needed to be her holidays down at the park interacting registered. This is a great achievement as it helps ensure that when dogs are with the dogs and their owners.” Isabella’s role will include meeting and lost they can be easily returned to their greeting people and their dogs as they owners,” he said. ¢

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The trust was set up in 1994 to keep the administration of the area’s district nursing service in local control. The trust’s chairperson Ian Warren acknowledged the work of the district nurses during a gathering to mark the significant milestone. “It’s not what we as the trust do, it’s what the nurses do that counts. They give us the mana. We are a valued organisation thanks to the

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Community mourns passing Selwyn Aquatic Centre turns one u by Belinda Cullen-Reid

Malvern residents have been saddened by the sudden death of James Deans of Homebush. Mr Deans was the fifth generation of the Deans family to live at Homebush, a farm which has been in the Deans family since 1851. “He is going to be badly missed,” Malvern Community Board member Mary Ireland said. Mrs Ireland said Mr Deans was someone who quietly worked in the background of many organisations, including the Hanui Trust which provides housing for the elderly in Darfield.

The Selwyn Aquatic Centre has celebrated its first birthday with over a quarter of a million visits to the centre in its first 12 months.

“He was quiet and unassuming,” These sentiments were echoed by Malvern Ward district councillor John Morten. “His contribution to Malvern community groups and organisations which he did for no remuneration was huge,” Cr Morten said. Mr Deans was 66 years of age, and leaves behind his wife Louise, four children and eleven grandchildren. His funeral was held last Friday at Homebush. ¢

Letter to the editor Dear editor, As the last person to man the Rolleston Station in 1984–89, I was delighted to read in The Record of the planned effort to rejuvenate the station. A good effort has been made over the years to tidy up the area around it, and I always hoped that someone

could come up with something for the station. My five years in Rolleston provided a lot of excellent memories, and I still stop at the station for a look when I pass through. All the best for the new development. Dave Palmer, Christchurch

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The centre, which cost $14.7 million to build, was opened on June 22, 2013, and celebrated its first birthday with a pool party on Sunday, June 22. The centre employs around 50 staff in full and part time roles. Selwyn Mayor Kelvin Coe marked the event by cutting a birthday cake with his daughter Sirinton Stamps, a former New Zealand champion swimmer, and baby granddaughter Penelope Stamps. “The Aquatic Centre has been extremely well used by the community and is a great asset to Selwyn,” Mayor Coe said. “It is a facility which can be used by people from across the district of all ages and it is a great place to come both in the middle of winter when cold or

raining and unpleasant to be outdoors and in the heat of summer.” He said the centre has had 258,000 admissions in its first year, exceeding its target of 250,000 admissions, while 4,450 enrolments have been taken for the centre’s learn to swim programme, with 98% of swim school pupils coming from Selwyn. The Aquatic Centre receives regular visits from Selwyn schools which use the facility for swim lessons and has also hosted several local schools swim championships, along with the Canterbury primary and intermediate school swimming sports. The newly formed Selwyn Swim Club is based at the centre and has around 80 members, many of whom swim competitively. ¢

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Citizens Advice Bureau opens in Darfield

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The new Darfield Citizens Advice Bureau has been officially opened by Selwyn Mayor Kelvin Coe.

p Molly Howarth, left, from Canterbury CAB shows Darfield volunteer Mary Ireland the website where people can access local information

p Darfield CAB volunteers at the opening of the new branch, from left, Nancy Boyes, Rosie Croft and Bev Hurford

The Darfield branch is the first CAB in Selwyn with organisers hoping it will ‘bud off’ into other parts of the district. “I know how fewer services there are in the country and how important this is. We’re here and we’re staying,” said Canterbury CAB Chairperson Rachel Owen. Mayor Kelvin Coe said he hoped the CAB would encourage more services to the district. “This is a great addition to the community. I hope this is a model that will spread across the district in time,” Mayor Coe said. Ruth Warren of Darfield CAB encouraged more people to

volunteer for Darfield CAB. “The training is really interesting. You learn so much. It’s really rewarding.” The CAB service helps people to know their rights and responsibilities as well as providing information on local organisations and activities. The Darfield CAB will be open for members of the public to drop in from July 1, operating out of a room at the Darfield Library building each Tuesday from 10am until 2pm. People wanting to access information can also use the website www.cab.org. nz or phone 0800 367 222 to speak to a volunteer. ¢

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Changes in consumer rights Black sheep of the family u by Belinda Cullen-Reid u by Maree Gallagher, Selwyn CAB

Most of the changes that will affect your rights as a consumer come into effect on June 17, 2014. The reason for this delay has been to give businesses time to change their trading practices if necessary. But it would be a good idea to be aware of your new consumer rights, especially if you are planning to buy some major items within the next year. The important consumer laws that are changing are the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and the Fair Trading Act (FTA) as follows: Online purchases You will be protected by the Consumer Guarantees Act when you buy goods or services from a business online. This includes when you bid for them in an online auction. Businesses must also identify themselves as a trader when they sell online. New Consumer Guarantees Act delivery guarantee If you buy goods from a business and they also agree to deliver the goods to you, they will be responsible for making sure those goods arrive in good condition and on time. Extended warranties You will have the right to cancel an extended warranty within five working days of receiving it. Businesses will also have to explain before you buy

the warranty what extra protections it gives you over the rights you already have under the Consumer Guarantees Act. Door-to-door and telemarketing sales You will be able to cancel a contract for goods or services within five working days if a business approaches you at home or at work, by phone or in person. Proof of claims about a product or service Businesses won’t be able to make ‘unsubstantiated claims’, which are claims about a product or service that they don’t have evidence or reasonable grounds to make. For example, if a business claims a jersey is made from 100% natural fibres, they must be able to prove this. Layby sales Businesses will have to give you written information about the terms of your layby, including your cancellation rights. Unsolicited goods and services Businesses won’t be able to demand payment for any goods or services you have not requested. An example where this law will cover you is where a business leaves a box of greeting cards in your mailbox with the idea that you will buy them. ¢

Possibly Selwyn’s most endearing new residents are two newborn black lambs named West and Melton.

p New born lambs West and Melton are fast becoming famous in their town of origin

Lifestyle block owner Lisa Bullock was encouraged to name the twin lambs after their town of origin by West Melton Community group Facebook users who thought the lambs should appear in the town’s 150th street parade at Labour Weekend. “I don’t usually name the lambs, but it’s a special year and they’ve created so much interest,” Ms Bullock said. The twins were born to a white ewe hogget mother who has taken to first time motherhood very well. “She’s a brilliant mother, quite protective,” Ms Bullock said.

The twin’s father is an Arapawa Island ram with spectacularly large curly horns who has fathered around 20 lambs in the last five years. The early lambing was intentionally planned by Ms Bullock who said she has good yields when lambing this time of year. Ms Bullock said West and Melton had attracted quite a bit of interest in the community. “They’re cute. It’s unusual for one of my white ewes to have black lambs. They’re both ram lambs. They might be able to produce more black lambs in the future.” ¢

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Darfield students full of drama u by Kelly M. Phillips

Darfield High School’s stand-in drama teacher Laura Gallacher didn’t think it would be possible for the school to do a drama production this year. In fact it has managed to do two. Although Mrs Gallacher has a strong background in drama and teaching she said she had never run a production single handedly. “I got the job late last year,” she said. She was hired to the position while the other drama teacher was away on maternity leave and said the task of putting together an entire production alone was daunting. That was were the expertise and experience of the Darfield drama students came in. Mrs Gallacher credited the students and their knowledge with making this year’s two productions possible. Two Year 13 students p Director Holly McLauchlan, left, with actor eric Maxted Holly McLauchlan and Cameron Brookes took on the directorial His only regret was there weren’t roles for the drama programme. more performances scheduled. “It’s been fun but was a lot of work,” “Holly and I only did two performances. Holly said. There was all that work and it was gone “This is the first time student directors so quickly,” he said. have done stuff at Darfield High.” Mrs Gallacher said the students She was in charge of directing the have taught her as much as she has pantomime comedy Once Upon A Time taught them. which saw her managing students from She said she was able to help the years 7 to 13. directors with production techniques There were some challenges and the students helped her by to overcome. managing themselves backstage and “We had quite a few people pull out using their previous experience to put and we had to find replacements. The on successful plays. sets broke,” Holly said. Both student directors are Still, she credits her fellow students being assessed for NCEA Level 3 with being capable and disciplined. directing credits. “They know when I’m being serious Cameron said he plans on taking they need to listen.” drama courses after graduation while Year 11 student Eric Maxted played Holly is applying to Otago University to Prince Marvelous in Once Upon a Time pursue the dramatic arts. and said Holly was very good at directing. “I may even dabble in directing,” He said he was nervous in his role she said. ¢ but that the play went well. Cameron Brookes directed the New Zealand-based play Follow, Follow, Follow Tothill’s Mazes is proud to be and worked with six actors and three a part of Kidsfest. chorus members. Coolstuff has been all around the world “I was stressed but I had faith in the and has now got lost in our actors,” Cameron said. wooden maze. He said it made him a little nervous Come and help find him! to have to direct people his own age but Special Kidsfest entry prices and all kids that he enjoyed helping out backstage get to take home a small treat. and overseeing the props, costumes We are open 7 days a week during the and lighting. school holidays 10am-5pm. He discovered his love of directing was even greater than his love of being on stage.

Raunchy show attracts big cast u by Belinda Cullen-Reid

An abundance of new feet will be treading the well-worn stage boards at this year’s Kirwee Players’ production of Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, with a record cast, almost half who are new to the company. A combination of population growth in areas such as West Melton and the committee’s decision to take on a comedic and risqué adult show have led to a bumper cast of 40 compared to around 25 in recent years, according to committee spokesperson Courtney Freller. “It’s the biggest cast we’ve had in a long time, if ever. We’ve got so many people with nearly half being new.” Ms Freller described the PG rated show set p Best Little Whorehouse in Texas cast members getting ready to take on their roles, from left: Courtney Freller as Dawn, in a Texas brothel, as Russell Moffatt as Sheriff Dodd, edward Stott as Melvin P. an entertaining mix Thorpe and Cee Cee James as Mona of humour and lively Photo by Rex Coad Photography dance numbers. “It’s the most provocative show bringing fresh ideas including pushing Kirwee Players have ever put on. I for a new style of show, which was think people will be surprised that supported by the committee. Kirwee Players put on something like “The Kirwee Players’ committee has that. The raunchy parts are funny, really stepped out of the comfort zone rather than being too risqué. It’s going on this one. They wanted to attract new to keep people entertained.” people into the show, as well as new Changes have abounded in the people to come and see the show,” Ms last twelve months for Kirwee Players Freller said. with the stepping down of long-time The season of Kirwee Players’ President Malcom Begg. production of Best Little Whorehouse in At last year’s AGM newcomer Linda Texas will run at the Kirwee Hall from Gosling of Darfield took over the helm August 8-16. ¢

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Getting up to speed with ultra-fast broadband u by Belinda Cullen-Reid

An increasing use of the internet for business and personal use has seen a demand for faster internet speed. The existing copper phone lines, cables, satellites and fixed wireless network simply aren’t fast enough for our needs. Ultra-fast broadband (UFB) delivers data over fibre-optic cables at speeds much greater than the old system. Parts of New Zealand are in

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Protection vital for bees u by Belinda Cullen-Reid

Where would we be without the humble, hardworking bee? For lifestyle blocks the bee is an asset as it pollinates clover, crops and garden flowers, and produces that delectable sweet delight — honey. Retired veterinarian and lifestyle block owner Dr Marjorie Orr, said bees are extremely important to agriculture and horticulture businesses. While gathering pollen and nectar from clovers, fruit trees, garden flowers and many horticultural crops, bees move pollen from one plant to another, pollinating the plants as they go. This is necessary if the plant is to produce fruit and seed. “It’s not an exaggeration to say that to help ensure the future of farming, all farmers need to play their part in protecting the honeybee,” Dr Orr said. The main threat to bees, according to Dr Orr are a reduction in flower numbers, the use of insecticides on farms and gardens and the onset of pests and diseases that weaken and kill bees. “Not so long ago, bees got much of their pollen from broom, gorse and willow, and the pollen was very nutritious for hives. These plants are

now classified as pests by councils and the Department of Conservation, so there are fewer of them around. This means that in many areas, there is less pollen and therefore honeybee hives are weaker,” she said. Dr Orr said the effects of insecticides on bees can be reduced by avoiding applying insecticides to flowering crops in daylight hours while bees are around. “Unusually warm temperatures in the early morning or evening may result in bees foraging when they would normally be back in their hive,” she said. If using pesticides choose products that break down quickly after application. “Pesticides that degrade within a few hours of application can be applied with minimal risk when bees are not foraging. When temperatures are unusually low, insecticide residues may remain toxic for longer. Products with activity lasting more than eight hours merit extra precautions.” Be aware of spray drifts in windy conditions, and use granular rather than dust and wettable powders that can stick to bees. ¢

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Since we got together last time to talk about wine and food, we have done a fair bit of tasting. Whereas in the past our focus has been singularly the wine, we are finding more and more that the interest is towards the total experience of food and wine together. We were recently invited to do a radio interview and tasting with a radio station in Florida which was a first for us. The station focusses on wine and food so we asked our Superchef friend Graeme Fife to conjure up some great recipes that we could match with our own True & Daring Rieslings to share with the United States’ listeners. Armed with some wine samples it wasn’t long before Graeme’s creative juices started and before you could say ‘World Cup’ we had four unique recipes

in our inbox. Now of course we had to do the ‘taste’ test. Remember rule number one from last month — always taste. Enter more friends to help us cook and taste (no encouragement required). The experience was brilliant — most especially to see how well the balance of the dishes complimented the balance of the wine. I know we’ve matched it with our own True & Daring Rieslings, but we are confident that any off-dry Riesling will be a great match. Of the recipes that night we have picked pork short ribs with charred corn salad to share with you today. The pork ribs are marinated in a perfect balance of subtle Asian flavours including lime, fish sauce, palm sugar and garlic then

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53 Main St ph: 312 3432 Open 7 Days 10am-5pm BOOKS • GIFTS • GOURMET ESSENTIALS

Your friendly local Book and Gift Store since 2007

Introducing The All New

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The Talbot @ Yaldhurst

4 x Lunches off Light Menu 4 x Dinners off Main Menu ROBBIES BAR & BISTRO, 2 Jacks Pass Road PH: (03) 315-7631 Email: robbieshanmer@clear.net.nz

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Beautiful surroundings and genuine atmosphere

4 x FREE Continental Breakfasts 2 x Nights Accommodation for 2 Adults

DROVERÉS CAF

High way 73 d Spr ingfiel 44 0 4 03 318

Poncho $149 available in Copper (shown), Brilliant Red, Emerald Green & Rose.

We are proud stockists of a great range of top quality, Christchurch made Merinomink Clothing; Gloves, Handwarmers & Socks. Once you have invested in Merinomink you will never want any other knitwear.

Now part of the Yaldhurst Hotel. New look……..new menu. Come on in for our family friendly, hearty fare. Bring in this ad and receive 10% off your bill. — T&C’s apply. 15 West Coast Road, Yaldhurst • Phone: 342 5080 Email: talbot.yaldhurst@xtra.co.nz

FOREST PEAK MOTEL 4 Torquay Tce, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand PH: (03) 315-7132 • Freephone: 0800-737-886 Expires: 30th September 2014

Accommodation: Subject to availability

THE RECORD July 2 - 2014

The Record Classifieds

Phone 03 318 8604

Closing date for classified advertising for the 9 July 2014 edition is 10am, Tuesday 8 July 2014. See our terms and conditions online at www.therecord.co.nz For Sale

Farm Services

Trades

SNOW SHOVeLS, wet weather suits, rain gauges, wellington boots, the biggest selection of bolts, nuts, washers in town. Come and see the newly tidied cave with the guys at Harvester Markets, 91 Horndon St, Darfield. Phone 03 318 8229.

CALF, PIG, horse & chook meal. 14% protein, 13% ME. Available in any quantities. Dunsandel area. Please call 027 392 7543.

Experienced Builder

Jancraft Craft Boutique

Pets

Aylesbury Kennels BOARDING DOGS AND CATS

Secure protected accommodation and large exercise areas for dogs. Heated bedtime area for small dogs. Insulated and heated cattery. HOURS: 8.30am – 6pm Oct – Apr 8.30am – 5pm May – Sept TUESDAYS BY ARRANGEMENT

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Trades

– New Builds – Renovations – Alterations

Builder Available for:

• Farm Buildings • All other types of general Building undertaken

Call David Barnhill 027 618 2345 or after hours 317 9144

MALCOLM LANG BUILDER 03 317 9183 OR 027 437 6406

2/1830 Main West Coast Road, Aylesbury Phone 03 318 1752 – Brian and Di

Come and visit this very beautiful craft shop, bursting with a huge product base for scrapbooking/card making and general craft supplies etc. Also the gorgeous Christmas shop which is full of festive products, is a must see all year round.

Phone 03 347 9298 39 Brookside Rd, Rolleston Open Mon to Sat 10am to 4pm

Situations Vacant

Part Time Distribution Person Looking for someone who is locally based.

Property Maintenance CHIMNeY SWeeP. Servicing the Selwyn district. Weekends a speciality. Phone Rodney Carr 03 324 2999 a/h. MALVeRN WASTe SOLUTIONS, rubbish and recycling, domestic, commercial, skip hire, functions, locally owned and operated. Phone 03 318 7407. www.mws.co.nz.

NEED CARPET?

My ice r Pr o o l -F The ll be Onwi ER You will get

PLUS !!

You will need a full licence & your own vehicle. If you can help us our please email; accounts@nsmm.co.nz

AIRPARK CANTeRBURY OFFERS affordable off-site airport parking. We are the only privately owned 24 hour off-site airport car park in Christchurch. Free courtesy shuttle. First three nights $19 each — additional nights $7 per night. Phone 0800 247 727.

COMPUTER NEED ATTENTION? We specialise in: sales & service of new & used machines, networking, virus protection, backup, reloading & restoring of Windows. Plain old-fashioned help and assistance.

Super Computer 03 318 1956 WE COME TO YOU!

www.supercomputer.co.nz mark@supercomputer.co.nz

ROLLESTON DRYCLEANING & LAUNDROMAT

SHOP 16 – ROLLESTON SQUARE Mon–Fri 8am-5.30pm, Sat 9am-1pm CLOSED WEEKENDS WITH PUBLIC HOLIDAYS!

PHONE 03 347 7601

registered electrician phone 03 318 1231

fax 03 318 1235 po box 26 email sales@electricalcontractors.co.nz kirwee we’ll be there when you need us. guaranteed

• Pump out septic tanks/Grease traps • Service contracts/Maintenance reports • Bulk sludge removal/Dewatering • Hire Portable loos • Waterblasting & Camera Investigations Ph 03 318 8609

on installation

IN HOME SAMPLE SERVICE

Alan Roberts

CARPET INSTALLATIONS

Locally Based 021 227 2080 Trades SeLWYN SIGNS — Fred Maynard. Phone: 03 329 7371. Mob: 027 260 7628. Email: selwynsigns@gmail.com.

The Sweeney Daryl & Dick Plumbers & Drainlayers

p 03 318 4019 f 03 318 4109 027 436 4286

Professional Services

david wilkinson

AP E a lifetime guarantee CH

Do you connect with people? We are looking for a person to work 4 hours every Wednesday delivering The Record to drop off points within the Darfield, Rolleston & West Melton areas.

SERVICES LTD

Offer a speedy service for commercial & domestic plumbing. Craftsman plumber, registered drainlayer & sheet metal worker

Plumbing

Need a Professional Electrician?

Rolleston’s LOCAL award winning electricians We now have a fantastic team of 11 ready to help you

Laser Electrical Rolleston 831 Jones Road, Rolleston www.laserelectrical.co.nz

Call Don on:

darfield appliance Daily Onsite Sales & Servicing Authorised Service Agent for Most Brands

• Washing Machines • Ovens • Dryers • Dishwashers • Cooktops • Washing Machine Hire (from $8/wk)

OXFORD APPLIANCES Murray Dawson Reg’d Service Technician

027 226 3898

Concrete 2 U

03 348 6920 0800 11 22 40

chchwest@laserplumbing.co.nz We are able to accurately share travelling costs between jobs with GPS tracking

(0800 527 374)

So try us first!

Public Notices

• Up to 6m height

021 066 3011

Maintenance & servicing Bathroom & kitchen renovations Mains pressure hot water upgrades Blocked Drains Fully stocked vehicles Fast, friendly professional service

Laser Plumbing Christchurch West

0800 LASER 4 U

• Half size tractor for easier access

• Topped at 5m or less

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Hedge trimming in Canterbury

leechdrainage@xtra.co.nz

CHURCH NOTICES — Sunday 6th July Malvern Anglican Parish – St Peter’s Springfield at 8.00am; Trinity Darfield at 8.00am; St Ambrose in Sheffield at 9.30am with Sunday School; St George’s Kirwee at 5.00pm 03 317 9079 http://malvernanglican.wordpress.com St Paul’s Anglican — West Melton — 9.30am Children’s Service Colin & Gail 03 347 8443 Church @ Rolleston — - 40 Brookside Road. - Union Service & Sunday School 9.30am, Revd P. Harris Catholic Mass 5.00pm. Contact Secretary Lynette 03 347 4599 lynlen50@hotmail.com Parish of Hororata Anglican — 9.30am St John’s, Hororata. 11.00am Glentunnel www.hororataparish.co.nz Rev Jenni Carter 03 318 0858. Darfield Catholic Church — Sunday Masses 8.30am For Weekly Masses, and the Liturgy Timetable refer to the church newsletter. Parish Priest: Fr Paulo Filoiai’i 03 342 9763. Email: hornbyparish@xtra.co.nz. Hornby Presbytery. Kirwee Community Church — 10am Kirwee Sports Pavilion, High Street, Kirwee, Morning Tea to follow, Pastor: Brian Booth 03 318 1309. Hope Presbyterian West Melton — 9.30am West Melton. Pastor available Tuesday 9.30–12.30 Pastor: Daniel Fone, 03 347 7509, Youth Leader: Sage Harris 03 980 2296 Ext 217. Hope Presbyterian Rolleston — Service 10am, Rolleston School Hall, Kidman St. Pastor: Brent Richardson. 03 347 4007, Youth Leader: Courtney Forrest, 03 347 4007, www.hopechurch.net.nz. Darfield Baptist Church — Services and Sunday School, Darfield 15 Greendale Road, 10.30am every Sunday, Glenroy Hall 9am 2nd & 4th Sundays. Pastor: Paul Cossey, 03 318 8688, Youth Pastor: Sam Broughton 027 223 8345. Malvern Co-Operating Parish — 9.30am Trinity, Darfield; 11.00am St James Sheffield Glentunnel Chapel — Sunday 10.30am Worship & Communion, 03 318 8948 or 021 274 2548. www.glentunnel.org.nz. Mountain View Community Church — 17 North Terrace, Darfield Sunday Service 6.30pm, Prayer 6.00pm, Pastors: Wayne and Nicky Watson 03 318 7979 or 027 281 8340. Rolleston Church — 10am Family Service 5pm Night Service. Cornerstone Kids during morning service. Cornerstone Youth in the Lounge, Friday 7-9pm. All meetings held at the Rolleston Community Centre, 126 Rolleston Drive, Administration contact: Nikki @ 03 347 8716 admin@rollestonchurch.co.nz www.rollestonchurch.co.nz

All aspects of concreting & all types of finishing

DECORATIVE STAMPED COLOURED EXPOSED

Dale Mayberry Ph: 021 222 2833

Verse of the Week: Be not wise in your own eyes: fear the Lord and depart from evil. Prov. 3 v7

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Montessori Pre School Place the world in your child’s hands!

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QUALITY CARE FOR CANTERBURY KIDS

A WORD FROM SARAH The past six months have flown by with new families arriving, children leaving to start out on their big school adventure and lots of exciting educational and fun activities happening for our children. We look forward to meeting new families and encourage people to call in and meet us. Don’t forget our exciting programme for over 4 year olds. Limited spaces available. - Family focused philosophy - Caring, fun loving staff - Support children and their families - Well resourced and structured environment - Dedicated to development and education of children - Large playground for “playful learning” - Family evenings so parents can meet up while the children play

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Contact Sarah or Alison 03-347 4474 bbs.montessori@xtra.co.nz

183 Brookside Road Rolleston New Zealand 7614