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Prince delivers powerful address u by Mike Isle
The Prince of Wales visit to Lincoln University last week included a powerful keynote address on the state of the global environment. P3
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p Prince Charles, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, at Lincoln University
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Around 300 people, including Lincoln students, staff and representatives from the university’s partner organisations, were invited to the Stewart Building for the address. His Royal Highness said he was “enormously touched” to have been invited to speak at Lincoln and described the institution as one he had “long admired from afar”. “That I have been invited here today to offer a few of my own observations about the state of the global environment is a particular honour for me, but I fear it’s a
worrying indication of how devastatingly serious the situation has become,” he said. The prince said the planet faced a climate and biodiversity emergency and it was clear that the crisis had reached a “tipping point”. “We still have the ability to change course but only in the next 10 years, after which there may be no going back. “Solutions do exist. The crucial question is whether we can bring people, governance and markets together to focus on them.”
The prince praised New Zealand for taking ambitious action, saying the country was offering vital leadership with its climate change target and Zero Carbon Bill. He also stressed the need to “radically change our farming practices” and said above all, “we need to shift our thinking to move towards a truly circular economy that liberates us from the damaging throwaway society we have built”. “I hope you will join me in this movement,” he concluded.
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“I would thoroughly recommend other farmers go to these sessions. There’s nothing like talking to someone. At the very least, they will tell you what you have to do, and I know now where I can get help.” Ness, Leeston, cropping farmer.
“Our Red Badge level students are in the beginner stage, and they all did extremely well,” says coach Kyla Higgins. “The team have only been competing this year and I am really proud of their achievements. It is incredible as nineyear-old Shelby Miller received the Canterbury Award for first overall in all of the competitions this year.” Results were: Kate Vee — First in Trampoline, fourth in Double Mini, Shelby Miller — second in Trampoline, first in Double Mini, Lucia Tully — third in Trampoline, third in Double Mini, Georgia Taylor — fifth in Trampoline, fifth in Double Mini and Jack Snowdon placed first in Trampoline and second in Double Mini. “To get these placings in competitions is a huge accomplishment. My method
of coaching is to get my students perfect at the beginner stage and have them with a good trampoline form in their category to help build their confidence before pushing them into the next level for competing. “We work together on routines and skill, and I love seeing them get new skills as they all have different personalities. It is fun to bring out their individuality and encourage their different ways. I enjoy everything about working with them. The team are training an hour a week, and Kate, Shelby and Jack also are involved in gymnastics, which helps with their coordination and routines. “Our club welcome newcomers to come along and get involved in all levels of gymnastics with us.” ¢
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p Pictured at the official opening are Hon Amy Adams and Roger of Holly’s Dairy
Markham Junction on Tennyson Street was officially opened last week by outgoing Selwyn MP the Hon Amy Adams. Mayor Sam Broughton and councillors were also in attendance, along with the property’s developer JP Singh. Anchor tenants in the 1,000 square metre complex are Black & White
Coffee, Liquorland, Phenix Restaurant, Little India Restaurant, Holly’s Dairy and New Order fashion store. Mr Singh said a further six stores were planned for stage two of the development. He said the development was receiving strong leasing interest. ¢
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Helping wheelchair users Memorial u by Ann van Engelen
Through the generosity of Hughes Developments Faringdon and with help from Care a Car and other local businesses, the Selwyn Central Community Care has purchased a Nissan Elgrand wheelchair van to help transport people who rely on wheelchairs.
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plaques rededicated u by Mike Isle
Family members, veterans, RSA representatives and politicians gathered at Springston Cemetery in Selwyn for the rededication of 46 bronze plaques replacing those stolen earlier this year.
p The scene at Springston Cemetery for the rededication of the replacement plaques p The Selwyn Central Community Care wheelchair van will help transport people reliant on wheelchairs
“The sponsorship doesn’t stop there. Rolleston Diesel and Petrols will help us with car parts, tyres and other essentials that are not covered by the warranty and Holland Collision Centre will do any maintenance,” says chairperson Olive Webb. “NPD Fuel has offered a discount on petrol, and Austin Bluewater is helping towards insurance costs. “The van has been signwritten with our sponsors by Signtime, and all of this has come about because of the sterling and persuasive work of board member Neil Bennett. Neil’s vision is for people
who are wheelchair bound to be able to get out together and socialise. This has been virtually impossible for many without a means of transportation. “With the help of designated trained drivers we will be able to widen our services within the district and the van will also be available for transporting people to medical appointments. “As with the other drives, there will be a small fee to help cover costs. We appreciate all the businesses and people who have helped make this possible.” For bookings or information contact Juliette on 027 313 1122. ¢
The new plaques were unveiled by family members, many of whom had travelled from outside to attend the rededication. Minister for Veterans the Honourable Ron Mark, Member of Parliament for Selwyn Amy Adams, Selwyn Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall, Head of Veterans’ Affairs Bernadine Mackenzie, RNZRSA National President BJ Clark, Canterbury District RSA President Stan Hansen and Springs RSA President Ivan Norton also attended. The plaques were stolen from the cemetery between April and May. A woman responsible for the theft was sentenced in August to 26 months in prison. There is now an agreement with
all scrap metal dealers in Christchurch to not accept memorial plaques. The plaques were replaced by Veterans’ Affairs, with a contribution of more than $21,000 from its memorial fund, and their installation was overseen by Selwyn District Council. Ms Mackenzie said Veterans’ Affairs was saddened by the theft of the plaques and glad that the rededication offered closure to the families and veteran community. “We are grateful to Selwyn District Council, for identifying the theft and overseeing the installation of the new plaques,” she said. “We are also grateful to the Canterbury District RSA for what it has done to support the families.” ¢
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Students in action u by Ann van Engelen
Year nine pupils from Rolleston College utilised their navigational skills last week when they participated in a rogaine on farmland in Hororata. “It was great to have our year nines out of school, being active, working together, problem-solving and taking on a challenge,” says teacher Hayden Shaw. “It was thanks to the Selwyn Sports Trust for organising and running the programme. Rogaining is an orienteering sport of long-distance cross-country navigation. It involves route planning and navigation between checkpoints using a variety of map types. In a rogaine, teams choose which checkpoints to visit within a time limit with the intent of maximising their score. “There was a bit of teaching preparation prior, around map reading and geography skills to find the different places. It was a good chance to put their problem-solving skills into action while reading the features on the map without a compass. They had to make decisions where to go and choose between the hardest routes for more points, like up steep hills, or go to easier locations and get less points. “They had to interpret the map and work with their team strengths while supporting each other. It gave them the opportunity to learn outside, in a physical context, and decide how to get to the 150 different points such as a
p Year nine Rolleston College students running through farmland in Hororata during their rogaining experience
certain tree or fence. They all did very well. It was good for our connective class, which teaches maths, English, science and social studies and they also used their geography skills based on a physical context and problem-solving.” ¢
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The Fuel for Schools programme during the past 10 years has seen Southfuels give back almost $1 million to New Zealand schools and more than $65,000 to Selwyn-based, mainly rurally schools alone, and they don’t show any signs of slowing down. During the last few weeks, another 12 schools in the region have become eligible to receive a $1,000 Sports or Technology package including Templeton Primary, Broadfields Primary, Springston Primary and Greendale Primary Schools. That is due to local committees opting to be part of Fuel for Schools. The programme is very simple. For every 100 litres of bulk fuel that is delivered by Southfuels, 50 cents is given back to the customer’s nominated school. The
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Rolleston families will have a new facility at their fingertips when the Rolleston Toy Library officially opens from January 6 2020.
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“The day was a lot of fun, and we had our lifeguards for the season all on deck. The big inflatable obstacle course was a great hit,” says pool manager Christina Clarkson. “We have painted the changing rooms to freshen them up and are looking forward to having families enjoy the fresh air as they build water confidence. It is important for all age groups, not just children, to be water confident. “I have been involved with the pool for many years, and have seen children grow up and return with their own families. “We have swimming lessons available in January, and we run a
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It is New Zealand’s first solely online-based toy library. Members will be able to reserve toys via a website from this date, with the first toy collection on February 2. The announcement comes after 18 months of planning, fundraising and hard work from a small group of dedicated volunteers. The reality of establishing a brand-new toy library was not always easy. Locating a p Emma Bolger with her daughters Quinn (left) and one-year-old Grace purchase some goodies from suitable space to operate Rolleston Toy Library committee members Ayyam from proved to be the biggest O’Brien (back, left) and Robyn Mears at last Sunday’s challenge. After months community market of searching, Storage King Rolleston came to the rescue, by to source, catalogue and package generously donating the use of two some 250 toys,” said Rolleston Toy storage units to help get the initiative Library publicity and promotions officer, Michelle Sim. off the ground. “We can’t wait to share them with Significant grants from Pub Charity Ltd and Rata Foundation provided a our local families.” Information on the library’s boost, enabling the group to purchase everything they needed to become membership structure and pricing operational — from toys and shelving to can be found on the website storage bags and boxes. The committee rollestontoylibrary.co.nz. Prospective members can join has also run their own fundraising up now, and gift memberships campaigns to help meet costs. “The team have been working are also available — just in time incredibly hard over the past few months for Christmas. ¢
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NPD’s site offers motorists convenient access and exiting, combined with a spacious forecourt to accommodate multiple and larger towing vehicles, without congestion. There are 12 refuelling locations to suit customers under the comfort of a large canopy for weather protection — together with plenty of lighting. “Open 24/7, we are offering diesel, regular 91, unleaded 95 and 100Plus, NPD’s new high-octane performance petrol. 100Plus is one of the highest octane, roadlegal petrol grades in New Zealand provided by an established fuel retail network,” the company says. “Many modern cars benefit from higheroctane petrol, and the special formulation in 100Plus also delivers a number of other benefits for many engines. These can include
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Something for everyone There will be green fingers aplenty this Sunday when the West Melton Garden Club hosts the Selwyn Garden Expo at the West Melton Community Centre. More than 50 exhibitors have signed up for the day and they, along with a raft of practical demonstrations, will make for a lively day for keen gardeners. The keynote speaker, Lynda Hallinan, is scheduled for 3pm. Hallinan is a former editor of NZ Gardener, author and broadcaster. She promises an inspirational, informative and entertaining presentation. Another highlight of the expo for many will be the appearance of costume and fabric artist Jenny Gillies. Jenny’s awardwinning garden-themed designs are truly stunning and internationally renowned. Many of her best pieces will be modelled at the expo. Stalls at the expo include landscaping, tools, Italian cheeses, alpacas and alpaca products, limestone carvings, pottery garden art, specialty plants, fresh vegetables and p Jenny Gillies’ stunning designs will be on display at also seedlings, manure for the the expo garden, recycled garden art, saffron, wine, asparagus, peonies, Melton Community Centre on Sunday, herbs, travel tours, truffles, plus December 1 at 12.30pm. Tickets, a huge variety of plants for sale, which are still on sale, are $15. Email including special and rare plants. The selwyngardenexpo@gmail.com or phone Selwyn Garden Expo opens in the West Brenda on 027 347 6460. ¢
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Children’s Christmas market Electoral u by Ann van Engelen
Children from around Rolleston and beyond are gearing up and gathering items to sell at the Rolleston Kids’ Christmas Market. “The market is now in its third year and is getting stronger and stronger. I got the idea from KidsFest in Lincoln and thought we need an event here in our area,” says Rolleston Community Centre operations manager Martine Hearfield. “We like the idea of recycling and upcycling while focussing on sustainability and helping children gain p Children with the wares at last year’s Kids’ Christmas Market an understanding of the Photo Elizabeth Pitcorn, Cirrus International Marketing value of money.” This year started with 55 stalls and animals. “It is about having something has increased to 65 due to demand. for the children to be able to buy or sell “It is such a good experience for pre-loved treasures. them. They bring anything but food and “We have Christmas trees and music drink due to health regulations. — it will have a very festive atmosphere “Some make items and others with fun to be had by all. clear out their toys, books, figures, “I would love a local community board games and more making it a group to take over the running the very colourful event. Sustainability is event if anyone is interested to keep it important to many people, and it is a growing as we focus on our next project. great time to buy for Christmas. If you are interested — call me on “The children have been very excited 03 347 2882.” The Rolleston Kids’ and those who have made things are very Christmas Market is at the Rolleston proud. It is nice to see happy children.” Community Center, 94 Rolleston Drive There will be a coffee cart on-site, a on Saturday, December 7 from 1pm– bouncy castle, face painting and balloon 3pm. ¢
changes in Selwyn
u by Paul Campbell
Selwyn electorate has undergone a review in a report by the Representation Commission, which is proposing changes to half of New Zealand’s electorates and establishing a new electorate in south Auckland. The commission has released its report on the proposed boundaries and names of electorates for the next two general elections. The public will now be able to have their say before the boundaries are finalised in April 2020. “Where possible the current boundaries have been retained to minimise the number of people affected by electorate boundary and name changes. Of the 71 existing electorates, 36 are unchanged. The adjustments in other electorates reflect changes in population since 2014 when the boundaries were last reviewed,” says commission chair Judge Craig Thompson. “Boundary changes are needed to electorates in the Christchurch area because of significant population growth in Selwyn, which is the fastestgrowing electorate in the country.”
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Selwyn is redrawn and no longer includes Banks Peninsula. Adjustments are also made to Ilam, Wigram, Port Hills (renamed Banks Peninsula), Christchurch East and Rangitata. More detail on all the proposed changes is available online at vote.nz and in the Proposed Electorates 2019 report available at libraries, council offices, Electoral Commission offices and Te Puni Kokiri regional offices. “We encourage people to have a closer look at the changes and what it means for them. The public can make objections on the proposed boundaries and names until December 20,” says Judge Thompson. There will be a counterobjections period from January 10 to 24, and public hearings will be held in February.
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Plan your christmas An evening of laughs u by Ann van Engelen
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The event is R18 and will be on Saturday, November 30 at Te Hapua Halswell Centre starting at 7 pm with doors opening at 6.30pm. “We are very excited about the night as Ethel and Bethel are great at what they do, and it will be a lot of fun,” says Plunket community support coordinator Anna Nurse. “It is our biggest combined fundraiser for the year. Funds raised go directly to Darfield, Rolleston, Lincoln, Prebbleton and Halswell Plunket rooms. “Plunket in Selwyn has changed this year, and we now work as one region. We are working toward everyone having access to all the services and plan to hold more family events to help prevent urban isolation. We want to give people opportunities to make new friends, whether through coffee groups, outings or special events.
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“The fundraiser will also support Toy Libraries, playgroups, coffee groups, social events for under-fives and their families such as for the upcoming Christmas parties and so much more.” The night will have auction packages, raffles, a chocolate wheel, limited edition Plunket Christmas Stars, a Plunket Christmas CD that has a great range of Kiwi artists, keep cups and toy library memberships, which is the gift that keeps on giving. “It is a great time to buy Christmas gifts. We will also have a wine wheel with some beautiful wines sponsored
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by Harcourts. We have had so much support from the community far and wide and we still have VIP and general admission spots available. “Tickets are $30 each and include a grazing platter at your table, bottomless tea and coffee, one bingo board, dibs and the chance to win spot prizes, line prizes by Whittaker’s Chocolate Lovers and Bingo Prizes thanks to Harcourts Four Seasons Realty and Wine Divine.” For tickets go to the Eventbrite Plunket Christmas or look at events on the Selwyn Plunket Facebook page. ¢
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IT IS understood that growing almost anything increases your soil acidity or lowers the soil’s pH. While Aglime easily corrects acidification the final target pH level for optimum nutrient availability is and always has been a moving target. The absolute building blocks for growth such as Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Calcium, Sulphur and Magnesium, are not even close to their peak availability at a pH of 5.5 as shown in the table below. As you can see a pH at 5.5 seems inefficient and illogical. However, a pH between 6 and 6.5 increases availability exponentially and even starts peaking across many nutrients.
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“One aspect that has baffled us for years, is the apparent disconnect between fertiliser application and the availability or efficiency of the very nutrient being applied due to soil acidity.“ Almost every element of a fertiliser is represented in the nutrient availability table. When you are spending good money on fertiliser, you should be concerned if your advisors aren’t ensuring that the nutrient you are applying is at, or near, maximum availability. If they are not, you need to ask yourself why not? Maybe they have a vested interest in selling more fertiliser? One of the fastest ways to neutralise soil acidity and increase pH is to apply lime. Liming is relatively cheap, especially when you consider that a shift in pH could potentially double the efficiency of a fertiliser in both the short and long term. The fertiliser efficiency table indicates this point and goes some way to show how a capital investment in lime may affect your overall and ongoing annual fertiliser spend.
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To fulfil a need in the community, a farmers’ market is in its planning stages for Rolleston and surrounding residents to be held every Sunday morning with the aim to start in late January 2020. “We launched the idea on the Rolleston Community Facebook page last week and have been blown away by the positive response. We received 450 likes within three days,” says organiser Spencer Johnstone. “Rolleston is nearly a city with 15,000 people serviced by two supermarkets with no greengrocer or butcher. My wife Jacqui and I have been doing the Christchurch Farmers’ Market for 12 years and are looking for stallholders to join our network for Selwyn so we can have a vast array of products and produce available. “We own a butchery in Colombo Street, and up until a couple of years ago we also had a pig farm in Greendale. The unfortunate side of what happens these days is the farmer misses out on a reasonable share of any profit. This will give locals the opportunity to buy products from people producing in the Selwyn District. “We are discussing with council now for venue locations and are excited to cross the t’s and dot the i’s for a midJanuary 2020 opening. “Farmers markets bring communities together, and customers get to meet the
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Hosting the Prince u by Ann van Engelen
The Prince of Wales attended the Lincoln Farmers’ Market as well as New Zealand Institute of Forestry taking an interest in New Zealand’s rural economy on his royal tour last weekend. The New Zealand Institute of Forestry hosted His Royal Highness last Friday at a small round-table meeting. “It was an immense privilege to participate in this discussion with His Royal Highness and to facilitate an exchange of views with some of our outstanding forestry professionals,” said the president of the New Zealand Institute of Forestry Dr David Evison. “The participants were inspired by the importance that His Royal Highness places on sustainable forest management and its contribution to society. “The opportunities and challenges facing the forestry sector in New Zealand were discussed with Prince Charles by 11 forestry professionals. Those present included the 2017, 2018 and 2019 recipients of The Prince of Wales Award for Sustainable Forestry. “The discussion covered the challenges presented by climate change, pest and disease incursions
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One of the most basic pleasures of owning a lifestyle property, and one of the advantages of living on a farm, is the ability to keep a small flock of laying hens to provide healthy, orange-yolked freerange eggs. While those on a large acreage may simply hold a rooster or two and let nature take charge, raising a clutch of little chickens can be rewarding for the small block holder. It need not be an elaborate endeavour, either. Sourcing baby chicks is not difficult, and their needs are easy to address. They are space, food, water and protection from the limited scope of the chick’s abilities. With the most affection in the world, it’s true to say that baby chickens are not the smartest creatures on Earth. They are also hardwired to respond to certain stimuli in ways we humans find detrimental. So a clever coop is the answer. Try to offer plenty of space, even if you only have a handful of chickens to raise. It’s essential to get the temperature right, at 33 degrees celsius, as this puts chicks at ease and stops them from becoming literally ‘peckish’. Use a red bulb to light the enclosure for this same reason. Red spots are invisible to baby chickens under red light, and red spots of blood even just from a feather that’s been pulled loose can cause the little fluff-balls to turn on each other with fatal results. It’s believed that this behaviour was useful in the wild to weed out weak or sickly birds; in captivity, it’s easy to prevent. Reduce the temperature by increments each week for six weeks, until you’re at room temperature. It is also the time to switch to natural light, and exchange baby chick feed for growth-promoting mash. Food and water must be available at all times, but keep water dishes plentiful and shallow — these little creatures have a knack for drowning, especially if they crowd up. For similar reasons, the rearing coop should have no tight corners. Round them off with cardboard, or the chicks at the bottom of a ‘pile’ formed at night for warmth may suffocate. Above all, keep food supplies plentiful and close by. Chickens
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IT Administration Assistant (Part-time, permanent 30 hours per week. Term time only.) An exciting opportunity exists for an IT Coordinator and Administration Assistant to join our team here at the College. Technology minded, we are looking for an individual to ensure the College’s ICT requests and concerns are logged and or dealt with within agreed service levels.
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We are seeking applications for a fun-loving, self-directed and highly motivated Personal Assistant to join our team here at the College. The ability to work as part of a team, with a high level of integrity, confidentiality and honesty is essential. This role is responsible for providing administrative and payroll support to the College’s Principal and Senior Leadership Team (SLT). This includes assisting with the day to day activities of the Principal and SLT, diary management, drafting and responding to communications, planning and organising travel and or meetings including catering, attending to visitors, and general administrative duties to ensure the efficient running of College. To be considered for this role, you must have: • Prior experience as an administrative officer / personal assistant or executive assistant • Outstanding organisational and time management skills and be able to respond promptly to the needs of the leadership team even when under pressure. • A proven ability to multitask and prioritise daily workload. • Demonstrated accuracy in your work. • Proven ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a small team, showing initiative, flexibility, accuracy and a can-do attitude. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, be professional and have well-developed liaison skills. • The ability to deal with conflicting demands quickly and calmly and anticipates needs. • A high level of discretion and confidentiality. • Payroll (Novopay) experience. • Google suite and KAMAR experience preferred This role is a full-time, permanent, term time only position (40 hours per week) due to start on Monday 27th January 2020. Please apply by completing and emailing a current CV with covering letter to recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz. Applications will close at 12 pm on Wednesday 4th December 2019. Rolleston College | 631 Springston Rolleston Road | Phone: 03 595 2490 Email: recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz www.rollestoncollege.nz
Your strong communication, organisational and time management skills, will ensure the schools IT assets are issued, returned, managed and repaired promptly. At times you will provide low level IT assistance for staff and learners, so the ability to multi-task and problem solve is a must. This role is a part-time, permanent, term time only position (30 hours per week) due to start on Monday 27th January 2020. Please apply by completing and emailing a current CV with covering letter to recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz. Applications will close at 12 pm on Wednesday 4th December 2019.
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CHURCH NOTICES Anglican Church @ Rolleston — 40 Brookside Road (Church of the Resurrection) 9.30am Sunday services with morning tea to follow. Combined service 10am at St Stephens Anglican church Lincoln on fifth Sunday of month. Contact: Reverend Sampson Knight; Phone 021 334 168 Email: revsampsonnz@gmail.com. Catholic Mass at St Patrick’s Catholic Church — 31 Gerald Street, Lincoln. Saturday Vigil: 5.30pm, Sunday Mass: 8.30am, Weekday Mass: Tuesday to Friday 9am. Fr Job, Parish Priest Phone 325 2770, Email: lincolncatholicparish@gmail.com. Cornerstone — Rolleston. Meeting Sundays @ 10am, Rolleston Community Centre. Contact: Ps Andre Powell 027 871 1424, admin@cornerstonerolleston.org or www.cornerstonerolleston.org. 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, Youth Pastor Hannah Cossey. 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. 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. 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. 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.
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Malvern Anglican Parish — 1 December, 8am St Peter’s Springfield, 9.30am St Ambrose, Sheffield, 7pm St George’s Kirwee. Advent Carol Service, The Ven Susan Baldwin. Facebook: Malvern Anglican Parish. Lev Shel Torah Congregation Shabbat (Saturday) — 1.30pm Irwell Hall ,Corner Leeston & Selwyn Lake Road; Contact: Sue Boyd 03 324 2612. Life Church Selwyn — 10am every Sunday at Lincoln High School Hall (entrance from North Belt). www.lifechurch.nz or email selwyn@lifechurch.nz. Lincoln Baptist Church — Everyone welcome! Sundays, 10am, 530 Birchs Road Lincoln. www.lincolnbaptist.org.nz / 03 325 3396 / office@lincolnbaptist.org.nz. Lincoln Union Church — We would love to greet you at 10am Sundays. James St, Lincoln, opposite Lincoln Primary School, 03 325 2257. 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. St Paul’s Anglican — Parish service at St Paul’s 9am.
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