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Springfield artists and their supporters were out in force … p West Melton School students went ‘pink’ recently to help raise funds for the school’s Friendship Seat. The school held a Pink Shirt Day and collected over $360 to go toward the Friendship Seat. The school’s promotion officer Rita Spadoni said the idea behind the seat is that whenever children have no-one to play with at lunchtime, they can sit on this seat and someone will come over and invite them to join in with their games. “It is hoped children will approach the one in the seat, make sure he or she is all right and ask them to play. It also aims to help prevent bullying before it becomes a problem.” Pictured are children from the Ti Kouka Community (Y4 to Y6).
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The delightful llama
Julie Insley lives with her herd of 32 llama on 26 acres of easy to flat land …
Darfield’s Philip Baldwin is looking forward to the challenge after taking over the chair of the Malvern Community Arts Council. Mr Baldwin was installed as the new Malvern Community Arts Council (MCAC) chair at its recent annual general meeting, taking over the role from Terri Elder.
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Pupils from West Melton and Prebbleton primary schools, and Lincoln High School, are among over 100,000 students from 541 schools already registered for Kids Voting ahead of the general election in September. Chief Electoral Officer Alicia Wright said that compares with 78,000 students from 556 schools at the last election in 2014 and they are expecting more to join up. “The high number of early registrations shows schools are keen to give their students an opportunity to learn about the electoral process,” Ms Wright said. “It’s a practical way to show students how our electoral system works and helps them understand the process and get ready to vote when they turn 18. “Voting is a lifelong habit. The earlier young people start to vote, the more likely they are to keep voting.” Ms Wright said it can be run on a small or large scale, from one to two classes to the whole school. “It’s great fun for students and teachers and some schools go all
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out. Over the years we’ve seen some schools hosting candidate debates for their electorate, and others forming student branches of political parties and developing their own campaign material.” Schools can sign up for Kids Voting at www.kidsvoting.co.nz. ¢
Arbor Day planting record Selwyn residents are being asked to be part of a record-setting attempt: to plant the largest number of native trees in New Zealand in one day. The challenge comes from Trees That Count, a conservation group which aims to inspire New Zealanders to plant 4.7 million native trees in 2017. The event will be held on Arbor Day which is on Monday June 5. Trees That Count project director Tanya Hart said the Arbor Day campaign provides an opportunity for everyone to make a substantial impact. “We’re aiming to get more than 10,000 trees pledged and planted for Arbor Day, which also happens to be a public holiday,” Ms Hart said. “With almost 9,000 trees pledged so far, we’re well on the way to success, but we’d love for more Kiwis to get their hands dirty. There’s never been a record set for this before, and we want to set the bar high so we can do even better next year.” Ms Hart said planting native trees helps restore and enhance New Zealand’s environment, by creating habitats for native birds and insects, and encouraging clean air and waterways. “Crucially, it also makes a difference to climate health in New Zealand by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions,” she said. “If every Kiwi plants just one native tree, whether at a community planting
p Selwyn residents are being urged to plant a tree for Arbor Day photo by Sam Stewart Photography
event or in their back garden, this small action will have a major effect against climate change.” For more on how to get involved go to www.treesthatcount.co.nz. The website features a live counting tally of planting activity that will enable people to keep up with the Arbor Day tally, and progress towards the 2017 goal of 4.7 million trees planted. ¢
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Lincoln Envirotown has made a few tweaks to its highly successful annual Responsible Business Awards for this year.
p New Malvern Community Arts Council chair Philip Baldwin is looking to strengthen community support for the council. Photo by Sara-Jane Ludemann
p Lincoln Envirotown’s Responsible Business Coordinator Wendy Wild (left) and Selwyn Mayor Sam Broughton (right) with representatives from Greendale School which won last year’s Malvern Responsible Business Awards
Since 2008 Lincoln Envirotown (LET) has run the awards which aim to encourage and support local businesses to become more environmentally sustainable without involving any significant costs. LET project manager Dave Fitzjohn said this year the awards have undergone changes to both the survey that businesses are asked to complete, and the process which will be conducted online. “The new look survey has also been designed to make the awards a little more challenging,” Mr Fitzjohn said. “It is to the credit of our local businesses that this has become necessary because their practices were improving so rapidly. “The other exciting development is that for the first time, businesses of every Selwyn district will be invited to participate. “Malvern and West Melton were assessed last year for the first time and were the only areas that underwent the process in 2016 while work was done on the new awards for everyone.” He said businesses will still be aiming to receive awards ranging from Bronze to Platinum and there will be the same area winners.
“However, this year we aim to declare an overall Selwyn winner and to have a separate category for educational entries which will allow all our district’s schools to compete against each other, as well as receiving their relevant certificate. “It is a testament to the educators that schools have traditionally received high awards for their sustainable practices.” In June assessors and LET’s Responsible Business Coordinator will be sending an online survey to businesses. Assessors will then arrange visits, to discuss the results of the survey and talk to people about their practices and initiatives. “Businesses have reported very favourably on the changes that have been implemented and we look forward to an interesting and exciting awards season.” Mr Fitzjohn said they would like to thank the Lincoln University Researchers Tracy Anne De Silva, Azadeh Nilipour, and Charlotte Thompson, who have been largely instrumental in getting business feedback on our previous awards and devising a new survey in response to this feedback. “We are also grateful to Andrew Boyd of Selwyn District Council for his advice in some areas.” ¢
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“So I had a good idea of how the council operates through this as well as attending a few AGMs and Darfield Art Week, which is spectacular.” Mr Baldwin said the council had been looking for someone who could fill the role of chair and devote a good amount of volunteer time to the organisation. “I had been approached by a couple of friends who are long time members of the MCAC and they encouraged me to consider working as chair. “Because of some administrative experience I had from working with the Anglican church in Christchurch I felt I had some of those skills that would be needed for the role.” He said his goal as chair of the organisation is to strengthen its community support and to continue to provide high quality art exhibits for the art gallery and art week. “We have a fabulous Gallery committee and Artweek committee, and those volunteers are really passionate about their work and I want to ensure that work is continued.” Mr Baldwin holds a Bachelor of Music (Hons) and Master of Arts degrees from Western University, as well as a Master of Theological Studies from Huron University College, in London, Canada. Also at the AGM where Mr Baldwin was confirmed as chair, Alastair Nicol and Lana Coles were reappointed as treasurer and secretary respectively, while Carol Van Leeuwen is a
new appointment to the executive committee, joining Terri Elder, Meg Morten, Judith Pascoe, Kirsty Peel and Paul Rosanowski. Also elected were the various sub-committees for MCAC, which include the Gallery Committee, which is responsible for developing the exhibition programme and overseeing Selwyn Gallery operations, the Performing Arts committee and the Artweek committee. The elected chairs of these committees are: Meg Morten (Gallery), Melissa Jebson (Performing Arts) and Terri Elder (Artweek). ¢
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Darfield through to semis
Selwyn shows off musical talent
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Darfield’s dream run in the Combined Country rugby competition has continued albeit by the narrowest of margins.
Rehearsals are underway for a major collaborative musical event happening in Selwyn in July.
p Harry Pankhurst sets the Darfield backline in motion
p The Selwyn Community Choir in rehearsal for a concert which will showcase musical talent from all around the district
After going through its section unbeaten Darfield faced up to qualifiers Oxford in the quarter-finals of the Luisetti Seeds Combined Canterbury Country competition on home soil on Saturday afternoon. The damp conditions made handling extremely difficult but no quarter was given by either side throughout the 80 minutes. Oxford led 6-3 at halftime, with all points coming from the boot. Both sides stepped up a gear in the second half with Darfield outscoring Oxford two tries to one to secure the win 17-16. After an early second half penalty to Oxford Tim Wright crossed for Darfield’s first try, which was converted by Scott Mitchell, giving the home side its first lead in the match, 10-9. Almost immediately Oxford replied with
a converted try of its own to retake the lead but with five minutes of the match remaining Blair McIlroy crashed over for a try, which was duly converted by Mitchell, to give Darfield a spot in the semis. Meanwhile, Southbridge extracted revenge on Waihora for its loss in the competition final last year by overturning its Ellesmere neighbours 31-25 in an entertaining match to move through to the semi-finals. Lincoln caused the upset of the quarter-finals with a 19-15 win over North Canterbury powerhouse Glenmark in a match played in Cheviot, while Rakaia secured its place in the semis with a 20-15 win over Prebbleton. This weekend Darfield will be at home to Rakaia while Southbridge will host Lincoln in the other semi-final. ¢
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Lincoln woman June Burney is behind the ‘Celebration of Screen and Stage’ concert which she said will provide an opportunity for residents of Selwyn to see what a diverse range of musical talent there is in the district. Mrs Burney said while there have been events like Selwyn Sounds there has been nothing which features Selwyn-only performers and this is an opportunity for those groups to come together and showcase their talent. The concert will feature performances from members of the local musical theatre group the Kirwee Players, the 50-member strong Selwyn Community Choir, Selwyn Youth Choir and the Ellesmere Pipe Band. “In addition local band Algal Bloom will perform along with various talented duos and individual artists from Selwyn
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including a group of Lincoln High School students who have formed a musical theatre group.” She said it’s not a profit making venture and if there is any money left over it will go back to the artists who have given their time to perform. “I was lucky to get some support from the Selwyn Creative Communities fund to get this going. “I have no idea what the response will be like but it is an opportunity for local people to see a variety of local musicians perform in one concert.” The musical items will include songs from a wide range of musicals and movies everything from such classics as The Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, Les MIserables and Grease to James Bond, the Blues Brothers and Disney hits. “There’s a wide variety of music on offer and participants in the performances range from primary school children to retirees,” Mrs Burney said. The ‘Celebration of Screen and Stage’ concert will be held in the Lincoln High School Hall on Saturday July 22, starting at 7pm. Tickets, which cost $15, are on sale at Lincoln and Rolleston Hammer Hardware stores, the Lincoln Market and via www.eventfinder.co.nz. More information can be found on the Sing Out Selwyn Facebook page. ¢
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Springfield artists and their supporters were out in force in Darfield on Friday evening for the newest art exhibition to open at the Selwyn Gallery. The exhibition, entitled ‘Quintessentially Kiwi’, was the latest in the Malvern Community Arts Council’s (MCAC) monthly series and featured four artists from Springfield. The four artists were Vicky Peacock (contemporary), Denise Scott (realism), Myriam Jay (photography and jewellery)
and Corey Koppe (photo realism). They were joined by other members of the Springfield Art community as well as MCAC supporters to celebrate the opening of the exhibition. The Springfield Art Group exhibition will run in Darfield’s Selwyn gallery until June 22, from 10am to 4pm, everyday except Monday. ¢
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Lincoln’s dominance of the Selwyn premier netball championship continued on the weekend with a comprehensive win over Southbridge. The defending champion maintained its grip on the top of table with a 81–33 thumping of Southbridge at the Lincoln Events Centre on Saturday. While the youthful Southbridge started the game well it had little answer to the power of the Lincoln side which is sporting some new faces this season. Second placed Greenpark was equally
dominant in its match with bottom placed Burnham recording a 50-point winning margin to take the game 83–33, to keep Burnham winless this season. In the other match of the round, Broadfield was pushed by Halswell but in the end ran out comfortable winner 60–47, securing third spot in the competition. ¢
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don’t farm my llama for fibre but as working animals. We put packs on them and pick rubbish up down on the roads, take them down the beach for picnics and use them for community events.” says Julie. Julie grew up in the dairy farming industry and like most farming children had a lot of contact with horses.
“I was involved in the horse scene and now I find llamas are really safe in comparison to horses. Llamas don’t kick, bite, stomp or throw hissy fits like horses can.” She has had her herd for 20 years and enjoys the fact that they are an intelligent animal. “You have to learn all about body language and how to
Julie Insley and friends Kaitlyn and Kathy with Julie’s llama Poetry in Motion
outsmart them. They have a personal space and have to be trained to be touched.” Julie says once trained they will go in the direction you want them to go in simply by moving your head or shoulder. Llamas in New Zealand were originally imported from England, Canada, the United States and Chile. Although they originated in South America, coming from different regions around the world means there are more types including long, short or medium wool coats. “I have the short wool which are classic. The woolly ones need grooming and the shorter coat ones tend to be
taller. “We use ours for charity work including rest home visits, daffodil day collecting and fundraisers.” A male llama is called a macho, a female is a hembra and a baby is a cria. The gestation period is around 11-and-ahalf months and up to a year sometimes. “Some breeders want one baby a year and get the mothers pregnant again within two weeks of giving birth. We don’t do that to ours, we let them rest.” Llama is not an eating meat although they were imported into Australia for colonial settlers but it is said the settlers did not like the taste. “Those I know who have tried it have only ever
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tried it once — even dogs walk away. It has a very strong flavour.” Julie believes llamas are good for lifestyle blocks as they are low maintenance. They only need to be shorn once a year, and if you only have a couple this can be done with a pair of scissors. Toenails can need trimming either six weekly or six monthly depending on the genetics. “They love hills they can clamber up and they love to stand at the top and look at the view and see what is going on. They enjoy licking lichen off a rock and having rubbishy stuff to chew on like gorse and blackberry. We feed ours hay for roughage as we just have grass.” One of the biggest health issues for llama is facial eczema, and this is now creeping across the country with the weather changes. “Check with your local veterinarian if there are any cases in your area in sheep or cows. There is lots of information online or call the Llama Association for advice if need be. “We feed ours zinc oxide mixed in their food when we know the season is approaching. Don’t take your eyes off facial eczema because they are very sensitive to it.
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“Like humans, they have the fight or flight instinct. Flight is their first defence. They can run fast but if they are cornered and feel under attack they will stomp their front feet. “They used to stomp on pumas which were their main predator.” Julie says if any strange animal walks onto their land they will alarm call to let everyone in the herd know. “A friend came to visit with their dog and one llama was in the house paddock. The llama looked at the dog and slowly walked away. Five minutes later 25 other llamas came back to the house paddock to sort out the dog. They are an amazing animal with looking out for themselves.” There are approximately 1,500 llamas in New Zealand — they are kept more as a hobby. “They like working and getting out to do things — they don’t like being stuck in a paddock and being ignored. They like people and are very understanding of them. “It would be good if more people understood them as there is a lot to learn. Everyone should have a couple in their front paddock — they would learn a whole lot of new things.”
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Most farmers will know the history and meaning behind June first being labelled ‘Gypsy Day’ — not a reference to the Romany travellers of Europe, but a nod to the migration of farming families in early times here in New Zealand. Leading up to the traditional day of farm sales and new contracts, many families packed up their herd and all their belongings, walking the ‘long acre’ to greener pastures. Today that’s all been changed, but Gypsy Day is still a time for fresh starts. One of the most important comes with the new contracts drawn up for sharemilkers and new staff on dairy farms, which are equal parts home and business in the modern age. With the introduction of new employment laws this April, 2017 it is definitely a year for concentrating on the details when it comes to farming employment contracts. Amendments to the Employment Act 2000 mean that there’s new ground to cover, ensuring that all parties know their rights and obligations and understand the nature
of particulars of the contract they are entering into. It may have an impact well beyond this week of change and new enterprises — indeed, contracts agreed upon now could form the basis for whole farming futures. One major change covers the issue of hours — which must be agreed upon early, rather than on the fly. This requirement for clear definition of hours means that if there is a requirement to be available in busy periods, such as calving, silage making time or harvest, it must be documented along with equitable compensation for workers. This may be difficult to predict in an
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WARM UP FOR WINTER Top tips for heat pumps Heat pumps are very popular but it’s important to choose an efficient model and use it properly, according to EECA Energywise. EECA Technical Expert Christian Hoerning says heat pumps can be very economic if used correctly, they are convenient and produce instant heat. Types of heat pump Single-split systems are the most common heat pumps in New Zealand — they are air-to-air, with one indoor unit connected to an outdoor unit. These systems are designed to heat just the room that they are installed in, not the whole house. Multi-split heat pumps are designed to heat multiple rooms — and consist of one outdoor unit serving multiple indoor units installed in different rooms of the house. Ducted heat pumps provide central heating — by blowing heated air through ducts into multiple rooms of a house. While some can only be controlled centrally, others allow you to choose which rooms or groups of rooms you want to be heated at any given time (zoning). For example, you may only want to have your bedrooms heated overnight.
Choosing an efficient model All heat pumps have an Energy Rating Label that helps you compare the efficiency of similar sized models. The more stars, the more energy efficient a unit is — red stars are for heating efficiency and blue stars are for cooling. A heat pump label has two numbers that can tell you more about the heat pump’s performance: 1. Capacity output — the amount of heating or cooling (kW) you will get out of the heat pump (at its rated capacity, at 7˚C outdoors) 2. Power input — the amount of power the heat pump uses (kW) to produce the cool or hot air. Some heat pumps struggle to perform when it’s just above freezing point outside. Ask your supplier for a heat pump that will perform well in your region. A good quality unit — sized and installed correctly — should perform effectively down to minus 15°C. ¢
Your winter comfort sorted Air Con Christchurch and Tucker Electrical provide a full Heat Pump and Air Conditioning service through to LED light replacement and Central Heating Systems through to Home Automation using all the top brands of Heat Pumps and full warranted LED lighting systems. Having been in business in Canterbury for over 40 years these companies also are members of Master Electricians and fully qualified service agents for all major brands of Heat Pumps. Stephen Tucker, the owner, personally guarantees all Heat Pump Design installs with a $50,000.00 Workmanship Warranty on Designed Heating Solutions. Save money by using LEDs as the new ones reduce drafts in your home and are able to be fully insulated above so starting from $49.00 each as a replacement the savings in your home can be substantial and lamps are all guaranteed. Also you can save on towel rail running costs up to 50% per month by fitting a small energy controller for as little as $79.99 (Conditions Apply). Add savings by using a Heat Pump over conventional electrical or gas heater – you can save from 33% to 50% off your heating costs. Solar PV (Electrical Power Generation) is a service we provide from design through to calculated pay back times with warranties up to 25 years on panels, store electricity overnight and increase your savings even more. Call us about our one off special (conditions apply) for a 2kW Solar System, fully installed from $6892.00. So much on offer from a local company all supported by the Big Brand Suppliers and a team of great staff! Call us on 0800 161 163 for a free quote.
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4 outlets 8kW unit Fully installed $7999.00 (conditions apply) Includes: • Digital wall controller fully programmable • Electrical compliance certificate • 6 year warranty
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Farming
New app for animal transport
1.5M please The right match of seed to soil We understand that no two farming operations are the same. That’s why we specialise in offering expert advice about the right product for your farm. Talk to us about our extensive range of seeds and find the right match of seed to soil, for ultimate results on your farm.
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A new mobile phone app will help farmers, transporters, stock agents and veterinarians determine whether an animal is fit for transport. The app has been developed by the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in conjunction with other industry players and vets, MPI’s Director of Verification Services Dr Chris Kebbell, said the app is an easy and efficient tool to help people make the right decision for the welfare of animals. “It consolidates available information into one place and doesn’t require internet access, which makes it suitable for on-farm use,” Mr Kebbell said. “Most people in the primary sectors are well aware of the fitness for transport requirements, but MPI veterinarians at processing plants still see some animals arrive that should not have been transported. “Animal welfare is everyone’s responsibility and farmers, transporters, stock agents and veterinarians all have a role to play in ensuring only fit animals are transported.” “The information in the app is based on the transport requirements in the codes of welfare for dairy cattle, deer, sheep and beef cattle.” Mr Kebbell said the app, developed under MPI’s Safeguarding our Animals,
p Farmers will benefit from a new phone app aimed at determining whether animals are fit for transport
Safeguarding our Reputation Programme, is a tool to improve voluntary compliance with animal welfare requirements. “One of the ways we achieve this is through the development of resources to support owners and people in charge of animals. “There has been demand for this tool and many are excited that it’s now available. We’ve had great feedback so far,” he said.
The app also contains the requirements for the recently implemented regulations for young calves. New fitness for transport regulations are currently under development and the app will be updated once they are implemented. To download the app, head to iTunes (for Apple devices) or Google Play (for Android devices) and search ‘fit for transport’. ¢
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Rural health at risk The lives of rural New Zealanders are at risk every day because of poor connectivity and inequitable health services. all government departments and we want to fast track a new definition of rurality as it pertains to health services in New Zealand. “These are two of the most important ways we can hold policy makers to account for equitable health outcomes for rural people.” Dr London said mobile blackspots remain a serious issue across rural New Zealand, especially in case of emergencies. “Poor broadband connectivity is a barrier to education and the slow pace of UFB and RBI2 roll-outs are dampening progress, production and innovation.” He said the responses to major disasters such as last year’s Kaikoura earthquake show what can be done in an innovative way to bring services to rural areas. “Much can be learned from these adverse events and needs to be carried over into business as usual. It’s just a pity it takes a major earthquake to do it. “We also know there are simply unrealistic expectations placed on the rural health workforce especially in regard to emergency and afterhours services. “Our rural health workforce is ageing, tired and burnt-out and we need better
That’s according to Dr Martin London, chair of the Rural Health Alliance of Aotearoa New Zealand (RHAANZ), who says government needs to help remove barriers so rural people’s health be considered just as important as those who live in cities. RHAANZ, which has 47 national member organisations encompassing rural health providers, agribusiness groups, universities, rural community groups and local government, recently held its national rural conferences in Wellington. RHAANZ chair Dr London also met with Health Minister Jonathan Coleman to outline the organisation’s priorities for improving health services in rural areas. “We reminded him (Mr Coleman) that with at least 600,000 people living in rural regions, effectively New Zealand’s second largest city, we are an important constituency from an economic and political perspective,” Dr London said. “Overseas evidence links health and wellbeing to economic productivity. Intuitively this will apply in New Zealand so it is an imperative rural people receive their fair share of publicly funded health services and have equitable access to health services. We asked him to reinstate rural proofing across
p Rural Health Alliance Dr Martin London wants more government support to improve rural health care
retention and recruitment. We need greater workforce flexibility, nurse practitioners and pharmacists for example, as a key way to improve access to health services for rural people. Dr
London said we also need to make our small towns liveable so that people want to come and to stay. “If we can make our rural communities vibrant again many of our issues will be solved.” ¢
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To Let TWO BEDROOM Warm, modern unit available for rent in Darfield from 10 June. Single garage. References required. Three weeks bond, no pets. $350 per week, phone Virginia 021 110 2486.
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WE ARE currently in Preston Downs in a 275m2 three year old, 4 bed, 2 bathroom open plan sunny home situated on a private rear section. Amazing outdoor living with an established garden. We are looking for a lifestyle property in West Melton. Are you keen to swap with us? Call Jimmy 021 265 6483.
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Livestock CALF, PIG, horse & chook meal. 14% protein, 13% ME. Available in any quantities. Dunsandel area. Please call 027 392 7543.
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chchwest@laserplumbing.co.nz Laser Plumbing Christchurch West We are able to03accurately share travelling 348 6920 costs between jobs with GPS tracking chchwest@laserplumbing.co.nz
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CHURCH NOTICES — Sunday 4th June
So try us first!
Lincoln Baptist Church — Everyone welcome! Sundays, 10am, 530 Birchs Road Lincoln. www.lincolnbaptist.org.nz / 03 325 3396 / office@lincolnbaptist.org.nz Malvern Anglican Parish — Day of Pentecost 8.00 am St Peter’s, Springfield; 8.00 am Trinity, Darfield (service is in the Quiet Room); 9.30 am St Ambrose in Sheffield with Sunday School; 5.00 pm St George’s, Kirwee; 5.30 pm Arthur’s Pass Chapel; The Ven Canon Susan Baldwin 03 317 9079; http://malvernanglican.wordpress.com Church @ Rolleston — 40 Brookside Road. 9.30am Union Service, The Reverend Phyllis Harris; Contact Secretary Lynette 03 347 4599, lynlen50@hotmail.com Parish of Hororata — 9.30am St Johns at Hororata; 11.00 am St Andrews at Glentunnel; www.hororataparish.co.nz; Rev Jenni Carter – 03 318 0858. Kirwee Community Church — 10am Kirwee Sports Pavilion, High Street, Kirwee, Morning Tea to follow, Pastor: Brian Booth 03 318 1309. 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. hornbyparish@xtra.co.nz. Hornby Presbytery. Hope Presbyterian West Melton — 9.30am weekly, West Melton (1136 West Coast Road). 11am first Sunday of the month, Halkett. Pastor: Murray Talbot 022 344 1039. Youth Leader: Mitch Shaw Ph 03 974 9120 or ext 1 021 411 800. www.hopechurch.net.nz. Glentunnel Chapel— Victoria Street, Glentunnel. Sundays 10.30 am, Worship and Communion. Ph 03 318 8948. Hope Presbyterian Rolleston — Service 10am, Rolleston School Hall, Kidman St. Pastor: Steve Talbot, 03 347 4007. Youth Leader: Courtney Forrest, 03 347 4007, www.hopechurch.net.nz. Malvern Co-operating Parish — 9.30am Trinity Darfield. Darfield Baptist Church — Services and Sunday School, Darfield 15 Greendale Road, 10.30am every Sunday, Glenroy Hall 9am 2nd & 4th Sundays. Ph 03 318 7360 Pastor – Paul Cossey; Youth Pastors Danielle Duff, Poiema Heine. Darfield Life Church — 17 North Terrace - 6.30pm Sunday Service; Pastors Wayne and Nicky Watson 03 318 7979 or 027 281 8340; Origin Youth 7.30pm Friday – Youth Leader James Sutherland 021 029 5223. Cornerstone — Rolleston. Meeting Sundays @ 10am, Rolleston Community Centre. www.cornerstonechurch.kiwi.nz; admin@cornerstonechurch.kiwi.nz : 021 221 6003. Rolleston Baptist Church — 9:30am, Children’s Sunday School & Bible Class; 10:30am, Main Service. We meet at Rolleston Christian School, 571 Springston Rolleston Rd, Rolleston. Contact: Pastor Joe Fleener; www.rollestonbaptist.org.nz; 03 260 1406; admin@rollestonbaptist.org.nz. Lev Shel Torah Congregation Shabbat (Saturday) 1:30pm Irwell Hall ,Corner Leeston & Selwyn Lake Road Contact: Sue Boyd 03 3242612. St Paul’s Anglican — Parish service at St Paul’s 9.30am. Verse of the week: He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. – 2 Cor, 10 v17
We are able to accurately share travelling costs between jobs with GPS tracking
Better call the experts and get that Septic Tank emptied!
SEPTIC TANKS EMPTY THEM NOW BEST VALUE GUARANTEED 24 Hours, Seven Days SELWYN LIQUID WASTE
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St John in Selwyn is looking for your support to develop its new base in Rolleston.
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St John is a charity devoted to caring for communities and Project Rolleston will see the establishment of a St John facility in the Selwyn town, including garaging for ambulances and training space.
If you can help please call John Sunckell 0274 243 006 or Danielle Gillespie 021 284 8094
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