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Tragedy sparks fire fighting service u by Belinda Cullen-Reid
Michael and Vivienne Butcher are now looking to a quieter future after being recognised for 25 years of work with the volunteer fire brigade.
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The Halkett couple is one of only five couples throughout New Zealand to receive medals for a quarter of a century of service. Michael and Vivienne began their service with the volunteer brigade in Brunner on the West Coast. Michael was the first to join following the tragic death of the
couple’s eldest daughter at just five years of age. He said he needed to do something just to get out of the house. “I’d be lying in bed and would hear the fire alarm go off. I knew all the guys going out. We’d lost our eldest daughter and I thought, I’ve got to get out of here before I go mad,” Michael said. Vivienne joined the brigade the following year. Like Michael, Vivienne had no intention of sitting around the house absorbed by the sadness.
“So many people gave us so much help and support when we lost our daughter. I wanted to give something back to the community. I also wanted to surround myself with physically active, proactive people.” A teacher at the local school she was in town during the day to help. “I was a physically active person so I thought I’d be able to cope. I’m the kind of person where if someone needs a hand, if you can help, you do i t ,” Vivienne said. Her first call out was horrific in which a man had been killed in a petrol vapour explosion. continued on page 4 …
Surprise and delight at sensational award
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Business acumen starting at young age West Melton entrepreneurial siblings Braidon and Emily Andrews have set up a roadside business
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p After both serving in the volunteer fire brigade for over 25 years, Michael and Vivienne Butcher from Halkett are looking forward to a quieter life. Pictured here wearing their numerous service medals and holding their 25-year service awards
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p West Melton Primary School’s roll continues to grow. Students starting school this term were, from left: Taylan, Liam, Ben and Bella. West Melton School was built in 1871 and began with one classroom. In 1883 a second room was built and the school now boasts 15 classrooms and 369 students.
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A Rolleston mother is calling for something to be done to ensure the safety of primary school students crossing Rolleston Drive before someone gets seriously hurt. Telly Power stopped letting her children walk to school without adult supervision after she said they were nearly hit by a car while trying to cross Rolleston Drive on the way home from school recently. “The kids came home in tears. They’d tried to cross the road with friends who thought the car that was coming was going to stop, but it wasn’t. The car had had to stop really suddenly to avoid them and they’d got a big fright,” Ms Power said. She said the traffic level has really grown in the last year with new subdivisions and more contractors and trucks and sometimes children had to wait 10 to 15 minutes before they could cross Rolleston Drive. She said the problem was exacerbated by well-intentioned drivers who are stopping to let children cross despite there being no controlled pedestrian crossings. “When the kids wait to cross at the island a lot of cars stop and let the kids cross. It’s giving the kids mixed
messages. I’ve seen some kids thinking that a car is going to stop because it’s driving slowly and they’ve stepped out in front of it and the car has had to p Rolleston mother Telly Power is concerned children going to and from school will be hurt if something isn’t done to improve the pedestrian facilities on Rolleston Drive stop suddenly. It’s only a matter of time before someone Council’s transportation asset gets collected.” manager Andrew Mazey said council is Ms Power said she told her children aware of Rolleston resident’s pedestrian not to cross when cars stop, but some crossing concerns. motorists have been abusive when she “Council appreciates that concern With experienced has waved them on. exists in the Rolleston Community and well-qualified “Ideally it should be patrolled by the relating to pedestrian crossing facilities,” stylists, Knotting Hill’s commitment to one on one client school during those times before and Mr Mazey said. care is matched only by Kym’s after school.” “This issue has become more relevant passion and industry leadership. Ms Power has raised her concerns in recent times with the rapid increase in With over 36 years involvement, with Selwyn District Council who has population and corresponding increase Kym’s experience goes as far as technical education and tutoring. talked with Rolleston School. Rolleston in traffic and number of pedestrians, Knotting Hill works with your School principal Andrew Morrall told The particularly school children. uniqueness – “It’s all about you.” Record problems with students crossing “A number of key intersections are Specialising in colour, cutting and all fashion work, Rolleston Drive had been mentioned planned to be replaced with traffic the team also offer their skills to bridal parties/hair ups... in the school’s newsletter to raise signals which will include specific FREE PARKING AVAILABLE awareness with families. pedestrian crossing facilities. In addition FOUR LATE NIGHTS A WEEK “The school has no plans to put a improvements to the crossings on 92 Russley Road 0508 ALL ABOUT YOU patrolled crossing in at present,” Mr Rolleston Drive are also planned for,” Airport Business Park phone 342 9494 he said. ¢ Morrall said.
Tree shading rules may drop from District Plan u by Belinda Cullen-Reid
The Selwyn District Council is proposing to drop its rules around tree shading on rural roads and properties from the District Plan. According to SDC strategy and policy planner Andrew Mactier presently complaints about tree shading are dealt with by council’s district plan monitoring officer, who serves abatement notices requesting the infringing trees be trimmed or removed. “These abatement notices however, have often proven to be relatively ineffectual as in many cases the trees in question are much older than the current district plan and the shading rules, and are deemed to most likely hold existing uses rights,” Mr Mactier said. “There are also uncertainties with determining the age of such trees in order to determine when they were first planted and what plan was applicable when the planting occurred.” Mr Mactier said council still has the ability to deal with tree shading complaints by using the Local Government Act 1974, the Transit New Zealand Act and the Property Law Act 2007. “These methods are not subject to the same constraints as the district plan rules, such as existing use rights, and are therefore considered more effective and efficient tools to deal with tree shading issues as well as other adverse
effects such as root damage and leaf fall, both of which are not currently managed by the district plan.” “We are confident the plan change will in fact strengthen our ability to deal with tree shading issues. Improved reference to these alternative methods will be inserted into the district plan.” ¢
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Tragedy sparks fire fighting service With only three people on the truck she bore the full brunt of the situation including picking up the carnage. “I’m surprised she didn’t quit then and there,” Michael said. But Vivienne knew she’d found her calling in life, providing security and reassurance to others in the community. She was able to keep calm and calm down others in an emergency, a skill which became useful later as principal of Lincoln Primary, during the Canterbury earthquakes. “Being a school principal has helped me with firefighting, but then it goes the other way. What I’ve learnt with firefighting has helped me at school,” Vivienne said. The couple say it’s been great to be firefighters together because they’ve been able to talk about things and support each other, knowing the other person will understand. The down side
of that is when they get home from an event, the house is cold and no one has cooked the dinner. In 2001 the couple moved from the West Coast to Halkett and joined the Kirwee Volunteer Fire Brigade. They have been involved in many major events on the coast and in Canterbury, including floods in Greymouth, major fire events in Selwyn and assisting in Christchurch CBD following the Februar y 2012 earthquakes. The couple look forward to retiring and taking things a bit easier, spending time with their daughter Emily and their new granddaughter. “It’s getting a bit hard going now. I can’t keep up with the young ones,” Michael said. “It’s a huge commitment every week. A lot of hours. It will be nice to just sit down at night,” Vivienne said. ¢
Surprise and delight at sensational award u by Belinda Cullen-Reid
Following on a family tradition of community involvement, Adrienne Begg of Kirwee has been recognised for her lifelong commitment to a variety of groups and organisations at the Sensational Selwyn Awards on Saturday.
Book winner Congratulations to Sandra Dockrill of Darfield whose name was drawn in The Record’s competition to win a copy of Ruth Entwistle Low’s book On the Hoof: The untold story of drovers in New Zealand. The book is being released this month and looks at the practices of drovers who moved stock on foot around New Zealand. Keep an eye on The Record for future exciting book giveaways.
p Adrienne Begg of Kirwee at home with her Sensational Selwyn Awards trophy for community service
The award was presented at a gala dinner at the Lincoln Events Centre, along with eight other awards in various fields. “I just about died when my name was read out as the winner. Of course you don’t expect it,” Mrs Begg said. Having grown up on a farm near Kirwee and having lived all her life in the area Mrs Begg said she came from a family who always gave their time to the community. “I went along with my parents to help with different things. It’s what they instilled in us.” Mrs Begg was the Courtenay A&P Show secretary for 36 years and will this year take on the role of president. She has been involved in different sports groups including being president of the Malvern Squash Club, president of Kirwee and Malvern hockey clubs, and president and club captain at Greendale Golf Club. She also coached tennis
and played for Kirwee, Malvern and Canterbury Country. Mrs Begg has given hours of her time to help out with Plunket, the Kirwee Reserve Board, the Kirwee Hall committee and the Anglican Church in Malvern. “I’ve got a lot out of being involved in the community. I’ve always enjoyed what I’ve done,” Mrs Begg said. The full list of award winners was: Arts and culture: Josh Bashford; Community Service: Adrienne Begg; Sport: Rosa Flanagan; Young achiever: Eliza Grigg; Business: Fonterra Darfield; Agri-Business: South Island Agricultural Field Days; Tourism: Quickenberry Guesthouse; Environmental: Southern Woods Tree Nursery; Diana Isaac Cup: Phil Garrett and family. This year’s awards were sponsored by Hughes Developments the company behind the Faringdon residential development in Rolleston. ¢
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Business acumen starting at young age u by Belinda Cullen-Reid
Taking on their mother’s marketing skills West Melton entrepreneurial siblings Braidon and Emily Andrews have set up a roadside business selling citrus fruit to passing motorists. Braidon aged 11 years is the owner of Lovely Lemons, while 10 year old Emily runs Gorgeous Grapefruits under the helpful eye of their mother Stacey who runs a marketing business from the family home near West Melton. Their mother’s marketing savvy influence is obvious in the way Braidon talks about his product. “Everyone loves lemons with their fish and chips. Ours are organic, we don’t use any sprays,” Braidon said. This is the third year the siblings have run their roadside business. Their mother Stacey said the children are learning valuable life lessons such as working for money, entrepreneurial skills and the pitfalls of running your own business. “Last year the fruit got burnt out by the snow so there were no lemons sales. They were all shrivelled like prunes,” Braidon said. The siblings are involved in every aspect of their businesses including picking the fruit, sorting through to select the best specimens, washing, weighing and bagging, then keeping stock at the gate and collecting the proceeds. While Braidon and Emily said they enjoy all the different facets of their businesses, their favourite part would have to be spending the earnings. “I like to spend my money on Smiggle and going to the movies,” Emily said. Braidon’s financial aims are a bit loftier. “I want to save up for my first house and maybe even a car,” he said. Braidon and Emily are considering other citrus based products they can make and sell as a way of expanding their business. ¢
p Learning important lessons about business are West Melton siblings Braidon and Emily Andrews who run Lovely Lemons and Gorgeous Grapefruits
Arty weekend for newbies If you have ever thought of taking up a paint brush or a chisel to create a awork of art then the Malvern Community Arts Council’s ‘Have a Go Weekend’ in September could be for you. THE MCAC with the support of the Canterbury Community Trust is holding two days of arts related workshops and demonstrations in the Darfield Recreation Centre on September 13 and 14. “We want to show the public all the arts related activities on offer in this area and let people try something new in a fun and unthreatening
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Ball season comes with a warning u by Belinda Cullen-Reid
With the high school ball season underway in Selwyn, Police have released a warning over privately organised pre and post formal parties. Senior Sergeant Gordon Spite said police were concerned about the number of callouts during last year’s ball season, and the growing number of events being held in rural locations. “We had major issues with disorder and intoxication at several events last year, particularly some that were held on temporary premises in rural locations,” Senior Sergeant Spite said. In the lead up to the Darfield High School formal held this weekend Principal James Morris sent a letter home to parents outlining the school’s behavioural expectations and stance on alcohol consumption. According to the letter students can be breath tested for excess alcohol consumption before entering the formal. “We greet all guests as they arrive at the event and monitor behaviour during the event with both security guards and staff,” Mr Morris said.
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Calling Selwyn home Selwyn United junior football co-ordinator Jym Findlay of Rolleston has volunteered for the club for over 15 years, offering his service for the love of the game. This week The Record’s Belinda Cullen-Reid tackled Jym, throwing in some questions about his involvement in Selwyn football, which he headed off in his usual nononsense style.
p Darfield High School students get into the swing of things at last year’s school formal
“Where there is a significant breach of our expectations we contact home and the student is taken home.” He said the school assumes responsibility for students during the formal, but once they leave the formal responsibility for the student goes back to their parents or guardians. “Parents need to get involved and check who will be at any event and who will be supervising it: make phone calls to organisers, check with other parents, help with supervision, and check the venue.” Mr Morris said rural students needed to make transport arrangements ahead of time. “Where drinking is concerned single bad decisions can lead to severe consequences so we encourage students to look out for each other too.” ¢
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p Jym Findlay setting up for a training session
How did you get started with football in Selwyn? When my son was five he wanted to play football, so I registered him and took him along each Saturday and, as they say, the rest is history. Why did you take on a coaching/organising role in the club? I used to play when I was younger, so knew the rules and coaching requirements. I started by helping my son’s team coach, and then took over when he moved away. I upskilled myself by doing coaching and refereeing courses and was also asked to join the committee. It’s my way of giving back to the community for all the enjoyment I had when I was a youngster playing sports. What changes have you seen in Rolleston in that time? The most obvious change has been the phenomenal growth in player numbers, from a club with 100 players 15 years ago to 1000 players today. Ten years ago when I started with the four to eight-year-olds we had 60 players. Today we have 330. Have you noticed a change in the popularity of football in the time you’ve been involved? The popularity has always been there, but nowadays instead of being considered second fiddle to rugby, football is now regarded on an equal footing, with great opportunities for a career path. Do you still play football? I played in my 20s and 30s but was only ever an average player. Nowadays I’m struggling to keep up with nine and 10 year olds when I referee their games. What are some of the challenges? The biggest challenge is finding new volunteers to help supplement our existing group of dedicated parents. We are also mindful of keeping our family friendly atmosphere and maintaining efficiency as the club continues to grow. What are some of the highlights of working with football in Selwyn? The biggest highlight is turning up to Brookside Park on a Saturday morning with blue skies and snow on the mountain tops, and watching a group of children running around playing, learning and enjoying themselves and making friends. Having a great bunch of other volunteers on the board and committee is also a definite plus. ¢
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Hairy days ahead for beard growing contestants u by Kent Caddick
Andrew ‘Muttonchops’ Sharpe, the organiser of this year’s West Melton beard growing competition, being held as part of the Selwyn township’s 150th year celebrations, is pleased with the low attrition rate among the contestants. Around 65 men lined up at the start gate to the beard growing competition in late May and at a beard growing support group meeting at the West Melton tavern last week a quick count revealed at least 55 were still in the running. “A few who have pulled out at the moment say they intend to regrow their beards in time for judging day which will be held over Labour Weekend when the 150th year celebrations are held. ‘The most common reason given for pulling out was ‘the wife doesn’t like it’,” Mr Sharpe said.
Funding for tracks and trails Selwyn groups looking to provide people with access to the outdoors are being urged to apply for funding from the New Zealand Walking Access Commission’s Enhanced Access Fund. This contestable fund supports projects designed to enhance access to New Zealand’s outdoors. Applications are being invited for the second of four funding rounds over the current financial year, with a total of $76,000 available for 2014–15. New Zealand Walking Access Commission Chief Executive Mark Neeson said there were 11 applications to the first funding round which closed at the end of June. Groups seeking funding have until August 31 to apply. Application forms, guidelines and information about closing dates for all four funding rounds can be found online at www.walkingaccess. govt.nz. ¢
p Then … a clean-shaven line up for the start of the West Melton beard growing competition
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LIFESTYLE after shearing, especially for cashmere (feral-type) goats that are slow to regrow their fleece. Feet • If the horn on the toes becomes too long, it curls under the foot, trapping dirt and predisposing them to problems like foot rot. • Overgrown horn must be trimmed back as often as necessary, usually once or twice a year. • Only dead horn should be cut away, not sensitive tissue containing blood. • If you draw blood when you trim feet, painful infections may develop. • Feet trimming equipment should be sharp and very clean, with regular disinfection. Johne’s disease • Goats seem particularly susceptible to Johne’s disease, which is a relatively common and incurable bacterial disease. • Any goat farmer who has goats that suddenly lose weight, scour profusely and die in spite of attempted treatment should contact a veterinarian to test for the disease. • If Johne’s is confirmed, there are various management options to control it, including vaccination.
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AROUND THE HOME
Harnessing the sun’s power u by Judy McDonald
A fully solar power supplied home has been, until recently, the preserve of the ‘fringe’ who aim to lead a totally sustainable, offgrid lifestyle. It has been an expensive option because of the cost involved in the photovoltaic panels themselves, the battery banks required for total offgrid operation, and the inverters which convert the DC power generated to AC suitable for domestic use.
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$6,500. A range of information is available from online sources including My Solar Quotes, indicating the extent of recent developments. There are a number of groups in New Zealand now offering courses and training sessions to assist those interested in setting up solar power generation systems on a micro scale. SEANZ offers comprehensive workshops p Solar panels designed to capture energy from the sun to heat on solar and other types of a home’s water supply photo courtesy of Magnus Manske sustainable energy. EECA also provides information about the establishment and use of solar energy generating systems in New Zealand. However, before leaping into the installation of a solar power system, it pays to examine all the factors, both economic and practical. One of the huge attractions of solar power is that it is technically possible to sell your excess energy, generated during the sunny parts of the day, to the national grid, and then purchase back as needed during times when solar generation is not possible. Note that while most energy companies do purchase solar power, the rates vary quite widely. You may want to use solar power for only some aspects of p A photovoltaic cell, also known as a solar cell used to convert light energy into electricity your rural lifestyle. For example, photo courtesy of Silke Fliess solar-operated pump systems can be used to power water trough self-sufficiency, systems are becoming supplies, house water supply systems cheaper and more accessible, and and irrigation systems. Smaller ones workshops and training programmes are can be relatively inexpensive to set up, also more readily available. As a viable costing hundreds rather than thousands energy option, many people believe of dollars. solar energy has finally made it onto Whatever your desired degree of the radar. involvement with solar power, from For more information go to small-scale water pumping to total www.lifestyleblock.co.nz. ¢
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Keeping your home dry during winter u by Belinda Cullen-Reid
If excess moisture is a problem around your home this winter, a dehumidifier might be the answer.
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Models with a front tank are easier to empty. Check that it is easy to remove, and big enough to hold at least five litres of water. Some models have a drain hose adaptor, which removes the water as it’s collected, so it can be poured straight down a drain. Make sure controls and labels are easy to see, understand and use. An adjustable humidistat allows you to set humidity levels. Rotary dial humidistats with no precise markings make it hard to find the actual humidity level. If this is particularly important (as it may be for some people with allergies, for example) you can buy a humidity gauge to check humidity levels. Be aware that most dehumidifiers make upward of 50 decibels of noise which is enough to be annoying if you’re trying to watch television, hold a conversation or sleep. Some other tips for having a dry home include keeping rooms ventilated and warm during winter, with a recommended room temperature of at least 7°C warmer than the temperature outside. Install heavy curtains and draw them at night as this helps keep the home warm and reduces the number
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Double accolade for automotive giant
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u by Andy Bryenton
There are countless awards in the automotive world for the appearance and design of cars — and even more which judge their speed, handling and overall finesse on the track. But there is one award which carries a huge weight of prestige, and which congratulates the engineers who make sure there’s plenty of smart thinking under the hood. This is the International Engine of the Year Award, and in its 16 years it has rarely been awarded to the same powerplant twice. However, in 2014, Ford have scored an unprecedented third victory for their 1.0 litre EcoBoost, a surprising, turbocharged little firecracker of an engine found in their Fiesta and Focus road cars, as well as several other vehicles across the Ford range. Confounding critics who snipe that a mere 1,000ccs is more apt for a motorcycle than a modern car, the EcoBoost provides ample power due to a combination of advanced compression, timing, injection and turbocharging technologies. It’s a recipe which has wowed the International Engine of the Year judges three times running, allowing the little EcoBoost to scoop a triple crown.
“This year’s competition was the fiercest yet, but the 1.0-litre EcoBoost continues to stand out for all the right reasons — great refinement, surprising flexibility and excellent efficiency,” says Dean Slavnich, co-chairman of the 16th International Engine of the Year awards, and editor of Engine Technology International magazine. “The 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine is one of the finest examples of powertrain engineering.” Added to this victory is the satisfaction of Ford being named as 2014’s most eco-friendly global brand. International agency Interbrand surveys the public each year and researches a list of the top 50 companies doing the most to reduce their environmental impact — for example, developing new technology to reduce fossil fuel consumption. This year, Ford is number one. “Over the past few years, Ford has proven to be a sustainability leader,” says Jez Frampton, Interbrand’s Global CEO.
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“Sustainability is fully integrated into Ford’s overall business strategy. As such, the company is able to swiftly identify and address its impact on the environment and society across every facet of its operations.
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Getting your young driver ready
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Finally it is time for your son or daughter to learn to drive. This can be a mixed blessing, which may be the first step for parents not to be the taxi service or chauffeur, but also can be a time of nervous concern as your young driver gets behind the wheel for the first time. While everyone appreciates that learning to drive can be daunting, particularly if you are taking on the role of coach, there is practical support available to parents and learners in the Selwyn district. As young drivers feature highly in crash statistics, not only nationally but also locally, Council is offering a road safety programme with supporting activities and workshops for parents and young drivers to encourage them to become safer and more skilled drivers. Between 2019 and 2013, in Selwyn District, young drivers between 15 and 24 years were involved in 168 crashes,
which contributed to 11 fatalities and 55 people receiving serious injuries. With 50% of these drivers on full licences and 30% on restricted, it is clear the more coaching and practise our young drivers have while on their learners licence may result in fewer crashes on our roads. So what does Council offer parents and young drivers as part of the road safety programme? The first activity is a two-hour workshop for parents and their young driver to attend together. The session is facilitated by James Morrison who is a qualified driving instructor. James goes over what is required for the young driver to pass the restricted driver’s test. Knowing the theory is only one part, the other is applying the skills and rules on the road. We recommend at least 120 hours of driving practise in various
Evolution of the X Factor u by Andy Bryenton
If anyone was going to carve out a middle ground in the modern battle between ‘crossover’ SUV-pretenders and the ever-pricier ‘real deal’, it was going to be a company who understand that grunt doesn’t have to mean checker-plate and exposed welds. Following on from the success of their DMAX ute (judged by serious offroad publication Australian 4x4 Action their ute of the year in 2013), Japanese truck makers Isuzu have brought back a badge that’s still remembered fondly in New Zealand. And, more pointedly, a badge that still gets out there spattered with mud on any given weekend. We’re talking about the Isuzu MU — and the great news is that the rugged, willing little off-roader of the 1990s has returned all grown up. The New MU-X is built around the high-ground-clearance,
nicely balanced DMAX chassis, and comes fitted with the same torquey turbo diesel mill, good for 380 NewtonMetres and 130 Kilowatts. That’s a whole lot of go when applied to a ute that’s at home lugging heavy loads, and so it’s more than ample to propel the voluminous MU-X, feeling quiet and unruffled by city driving and smoothly competent on the highway. Make no mistake, you can tell that there’s a serious diesel under the hood, but the transmission (though a box which has honest-to-goodness high
conditions, light, dark, wet and fine weather. The workshop is very relaxed and there is always time for questions and discussion. The second young driver activity, which has proven to be very popular for over three years, is the Leading Learners’ course. This full-day workshop has six hands-on driving sessions that offer a variety of driving experiences, including emergency braking, vehicle control on different road surfaces, parking and turning, distractions and hazard
and low ratios for real mud-slinging) delivers all that torque with wellmannered understatedness. Drivers of the original MU will surely recognise the power of what is still the only 4x4 built by truck makers. Hardwearing internals and bulletproof engine build quality are key here, but what has changed out of all proportion is the level of luxury offered by the MU-X. Leather seats, touch screen with reversing camera, drop-down DVD players for the kids… this is an SUV in the mould of the Range Rover rather than the Willy’s jeep! So, the MU has grown up, and now offers the same good value for money and real off-road abilities and towing power with a far comfier ride and trim level. If your adventures take you and the family off the tarmac, this is one to test ¢
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awareness. Police and the Fire Service support these days and also hold an informative session. We are now recommending that attendance at the Teen Coach session and three months of sound practise will be required before completing the Leading Learners’ course. Both workshops are highly subsidised by New Zealand Transport Agency and Selwyn District Council. If you are interested in either of these opportunities, please contact me at the council for more information. ¢
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Kate’s kitchen: salad of substance for winter u by Kate Brunner
My evening meal is predictable, easy to prepare and usually satisfying but come the depths of winter the usual salad with chicken or salmon becomes tired and loses its appeal. Winter is a time when our bodies seem to crave something more substantial and comforting but arriving home in the dark and too tired to manage more than throwing some bread into the toaster should not become a habit. Introducing something a bit more substantial yet quick to prepare works for me. This meal is quick to prepare and allows you the luxury of sitting down with a glass of wine and catching up with the day while it cooks. Roast veges, couscous and steak For the roast vegetables Peel and cut into even sized pieces — kumara, pumpkin, potato, carrot, parsnip — whatever you have to hand.
Place in an oven dish and add a good glug of olive oil, season with salt and pepper and throw in some rosemary or thyme. Be sure everything is coated with oil. Give it a good stir with a spoon or your hands. Place in 200 Celsius oven for 45 minutes or until cooked, stirring occasionally. After about 30 minutes I add some red onion cut into six to eight chunks, capsicums, courgettes, broccoli, mushrooms — anything you have really but be aware of cooking times for less dense vegetables. For the couscous Place 1 cup of instant couscous in a bowl, add lemon zest and a pinch of
salt and cover with 2 cups of hot stock, boiling water or a combination of both. Cover tightly and set aside. For the steak Put your fry pan/griddle of choice on to heat. Lightly oil the steak, the size of which depends on the number of people eating. For this meal meat does not have the starring role, it just complements the vegetables and grain. Use rump, sirloin, porterhouse — whatever your wallet can cope with. Season the steak with salt and pepper and when the pan is very hot, place the steak in the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes one side depending on thickness, turn and cook another 2 minutes. 53 Main St Ph: 03 312 3432 Open 7 Days 10am - 5pm
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The steak should be brown and caramelised on the outside, pink on the inside. Take out, place on a board and cover with foil for a few minutes to rest. Putting it all together By now the couscous should have absorbed the liquid so get a fork and fluff it up, tip it onto a large platter and surround it with roast vegetables. Unwrap the steak and cut on the diagonal into thin slices and arrange on top of the couscous. This should feed two to four people, depending on appetites and sometimes there are leftovers for lunch. ¢
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CHURCH NOTICES — Sunday 3rd August Malvern Anglican Parish — 8.00am at St Peter’s Springfield; 8.00am at Trinity Darfield; 9.30am at St Ambrose Sheffield with Sunday School. 5.00pm St George’s Kirwee. 03 317 9079 malvernanglican.wordpress.com. St Paul’s Anglican West Melton — 9.30am Family Service with Henk Buunk. Bible study Mondays and Tuesdays — for more info contact Colin & Gail 03 347 8443 or Penny 03 347 8139. Church @ Rolleston — 40 Brookside Road — Union Service & Sunday School 9.30am, 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 St. Andrews, 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 weekly, West Melton (1136 West Coast Rd). 11.00am first Sunday of the month, Halkett (668 Halkett Rd). Intern Pastor: Jordan Redding. Pastor available Wednesdays 9.00–12.00, 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 — for more info email: frews@ihug.co.nz. 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. Verse of the week: Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. Heb 13:8
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