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Having your child diagnosed with a serious illness is every parent’s dread, but the silver lining for Tristian and Paula Park of Rolleston has been overwhelming community support. In August this year the couples’ three-and-a-half year old daughter Charlotte was diagnosed with leukaemia. Charlotte’s parents had taken her to the doctor when her flu like symptoms did not go away. They were sent to the hospital for further tests. Family friend Julia Mountford said they expected to be told it was a virus. “Then three doctors entered p So far Charlotte has earned 174 beads from her hospital visits for the room and said she had different procedures including a leukaemia. It was a huge shock. special heart shaped bead for time It wasn’t something we were spent in ICU expecting at all,” Julia said. up her job so she can Charlotte was found to have acute lymphoblastic leukaemia look after Charlotte and which is a cancer of the blood cells. take her to hospital as It is treatable but involves two-and-a- well as caring for the half years of chemotherapy and regular couples’ other daughter four-year-old Grace. blood transfusions. Julia is part of a group A difficult start to treatment for Charlotte has seen her develop diabetes set up to fundraise for the family. They have a and seizures. “When she first started treatment Facebook page called she didn’t realise why things were Charlie’s Angels and a happening. Now she’s getting used to fundraising page with p Friends describe Charlotte as cheeky, brave and bubbly it. She’s an amazingly strong little kid. the Telecom Foundation. “The community of Rolleston has don’t know the family. We’d like to Some days are better than others. She been absolutely amazing,” she said. is doing as best as you could hope.” thank them for all they’ve done and are “People come together and donate continuing to do for this family.” Charlotte’s illness has hit the family financially with Paula having to give and help where they can, even if they continued on page 5 …

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Governor-General to be games Chieftain

u by Kent Caddick

Governor-General Sir Jerry Mateparae will be this year’s Hororata Highland Games Chieftain. Sir Jerry, who served with the Scots Guards when they were based in Germany, said he was looking forward to attending the Games. “Many New Zealanders have Scottish ancestry and are increasingly rediscovering their roots in Scotland,” he said. “I’m looking forward to supporting the games as Chieftain and participating in what is becoming a significant Scottish cultural event in New Zealand.” Hororata Highland Games event co-ordinator Claire Cowles said the organising committee was thrilled to confirm the Governor-General’s

attendance, and was pleased he had accepted the Chieftain title. The Games were first launched in 2011 as a fundraising initiative for the badly damaged community less than a year on from the devastating magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck in the early hours of September 4, 2010. The event was quickly becoming the premier event on the New Zealand Scottish cultural calendar. Ms Cowles said it was a traditional Scottish highland games with a uniquely Kiwi twist. “We keep the Games fun and relevant to all Kiwis, not just those with Scottish ancestry.”

Selwyn Aquatic Centre takes out architecture awards u by Kent Caddick

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For the Record..... Democracy in action

It’s showtime in Selwyn

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u by Amy Adams, Selwyn MP

Well the elections have come and gone and while the results will no doubt be pondered over for some time to come I wish to express my thanks to all those who helped and supported me.

October heralds the start of the busy time of the calendar for the agricultural community in Selwyn with the beginning of the region’s A&P shows.

Those candidates That said it doesn’t take who were successful away the disappointment will be rejoicing while of not achieving your the unsuccessful goals and perhaps feeling candidates will be a little bruised from the pondering what might experience. It reminds have been. me of the saying ‘it is For democracy to better to try and fail than work well we need to fail to try’. a strong field of Voters too are the candidates exhibiting a other half of the process range of skills and views p Kelvin Coe begins his third and while the 43% team as Selwyn Mayor on the issues of the day participation rate may this week and being prepared to appear low it is right face the public and express those views in the middle of the range of voter and defend them in the face of criticism. turnout in recent elections and while There is no shame in offering yourself that’s lower than in national elections for public service by way of elections there are a lot more taxpayers than and losing, and all the candidates in this ratepayers on the electoral roll. Democracy may not be a perfect election can walk tall regardless of the result because without them and the system but it’s the best we have and effort they took to explain their views to once again we have seen democracy voters democracy simply doesn’t work. in action, with all its ups and downs. ¢

Everyone in Canterbury is familiar with the Canterbury A&P Show held in November, which has the Show Day holiday weekend associated with it. However, there are a number of local A&P shows which are well worth going to and much less busy for those who do not like crowds. The first local A&P show to kick off the season was the Ellesmere A&P show held at Leeston over the weekend. This is followed in November by the Courtenay A&P show in Kirwee, the Duvauchelle and Banks Peninsula’s shows which are both held in January, and the Malvern A&P show at Sheffield in March. What appeals to me so much about these A&P shows is that they are a wonderful way for the community to come together and celebrate. They are a unique opportunity for young and old alike to show off their livestock,

produce, homecraft or baking and feel rightly proud of their achievements. It takes a huge effort to put on these shows and it wouldn’t happen without many hours of hard work from the dedicated committees, including all of the convenors and other helpers. I want to pay tribute to all of these people who work tirelessly to allow these events to take place every year. As your elected Member of Parliament, I always make a special effort to attend as many of the local A&P shows as possible as I find it is a great opportunity to catch up with people and hear about what has been happening in their communities. So please do come up and say hello if you see me at your local A&P show over the coming months. ¢

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Carriage driving competition for Hororata u by Kent Caddick

Selwyn residents can get a taste of earlier times when the Christchurch Carriage Driving Society holds its Dressage and Obstacle Driving (DOD) competition at the Hororata Domain on Labour Day. The event takes place in the domain racecourse adjacent to the Hororata Parish Spring Fair. “We have 22 competitors travelling from all over the South Island to attend the DOD, which has classes from miniature ponies to large horses,” said Greendale’s Barbara Maling who is a member of the Christchurch Carriage p Greendale’s Barbara Maling out for a spin in her horse-drawn carriage Driving Society. “This is the first year we have held “The DOD challenges drivers’ ability the event in Hororata and we are looking and horses’ agility and is great fun for forward to using the great facilities.” spectators to watch,” Ms Maling said. A DOD is similar to a ridden one day “This is a growing sport and we equestrian event but the competitors encourage people to come along and are in horse-drawn carriages rather than see what it is all about.” saddles. The best place for people to view the Each competitor has to complete a DOD will be from the Hororata Parish dressage test and six ‘hazards’, with Spring Fair grounds at the Domain. Entry final placings determined by the sum to the Spring Fair is free. of the penalties accumulated over The competition begins at 9am and the trials. will run most of the day. ¢

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Community rallies in time of need Many community groups and businesses have joined in the fundraising effor t, including Rolleston Playgroup, Selwyn Toddlers, JD Homes and the Lions. Events so far include fitness classes, barbecues, family portrait sittings and odd jobs, with more events planned. “All the funds raised will go to the family to help them cover costs. p Firefighters from the Canterbury Stair Climbing team are pleased to have Charlotte on board as their team We can’t make her better. ambassador for the 2014 Sky Tower Stair Climb We want to do anything we can. Imagine what it would be like community members will have their if it was your own child.” Firefighters heads shaven. Other future events include from the Canterbury Stair Climb Team are holding a fundraising event a craft market at Lincoln, a school at the Rolleston BP on Saturday, disco, a stall at the Rolleston fireworks October 26 where Charlotte’s Dad night in November and a family fun day and over 25 firefighters and other in February. ¢

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Biodiversity funding available Environment Canterbury is inviting Selwyn landowners and community groups to apply for a share of approximately $3 million in annual funding to protect and restore Canterbury’s unique native biodiversity. ECan’s Biodiversity team leader, Dr Jo Abbott says the biodiversity funds, including the Canterbury Water Management Strategy Immediate Steps fund, provides financial support to communities and individuals where it can make a real difference. “We want to make sure most funding goes to on-the-ground biodiversity projects that people can see and take part in,” Dr Abbott said. “Projects that will deliver the greatest biodiversity benefits are most likely to be supported. The top priority is for projects to protect areas that already have high biodiversity value, such as fencing an area of native bush or wetland.

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Hughes hangs on to winner’s armband u by Kent Caddick

Rolleston’s Danielle Hughes managed to keep hold of her Top Wip armband at the latest Scurry New Zealand competition at Canterbury Agricultural Park recently but failed to make the finals of the event.

p Rolleston’s Danielle Hughes and her horse Whiskey Runner competing in an earlier Scurry NZ event in Dunedin

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but, like Pocock, failed to make the final four. The top four competitors to make it to the scurry-off (a shortened course with fewer gates) were: Fairlie’s Kirsty Anderson with both of her drives, Dude and Casper, Dunedin’s Brian Shanks with the miniature horse Spot and Lara Nicholson of Halswell driving the speedy Boo. In a very close final Anderson and Dude took top honours coming home in a time of 42.6 seconds, Shanks was second on 43.7s and Anderson third with Casper on 43.9s having been the only one to knock a ball and accruing two penalty seconds. Nicholson’s Boo had unfortunately run out of steam after having a fantastic second heat and could only manage fourth with a time of 45.3 seconds. With her bright green wheels and reins Nicholson was a favourite with many of the younger members of the 200 strong audience. Nicholson said it was a great way to start off the new scurry season and that Boo will be back fitter and stronger next time around. ¢

NZ Open wants Selwyn golfers

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Keen Selwyn golf enthusiasts and those who want to be a part of the action are encouraged to put their hands up as volunteers for the 2014 New Zealand Open. The NZ Open tournament, a tier one event on the PGA Tour of Australasia, will be held from February 27 to March 2, 2014 at The Hills golf course and Millbrook Golf Resort in Queenstown. NZ Open Tournament Director Michael Glading said with the new format we need the support of even more volunteers than in previous years. Tournament organisers are looking for up to 500 volunteers to assist for either the entire four days of the event or for just the two days (Thursday and Friday) at Millbrook, leaving time to watch the final two days’ play at The Hills. This year’s event will require the work of an army of volunteers to carry out roles such as carrying scorecards, marshalling on course, ‘ball spotting’, overseeing the leader board, walker

scorers, inputting data in the media centre or working as a shuttle driver. Organisers are encouraging Selwyn golf clubs and other community groups to bring a group of members together to ‘adopt a hole’ to marshal. Volunteers are asked for a minimum commitment of six hours on any given day, and in return will benefit from free tournament admission and parking, a commemorative shirt and cap, lunch each day, and a special ‘thank you’ function on the Saturday night. Those who volunteer for four days will receive a complimentary round of golf at either The Hills or Millbrook and twoday volunteers a complimentary round of golf at Millbrook. Prospective volunteers can register their interest by identifying two positions

p Volunteers enjoy the sunshine at the 2012 tournament

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Census confirms Selwyn’s rapid growth The recent census information confirms what Selwyn District Council consenting staff already knew — that their district is the fastest growing in New Zealand. Selwyn's population grew from 33,642 to 44,595 between 2006 and 2013, a 33% increase. The average growth for New Zealand as a whole during that period was 5.3%. Selwyn Mayor Kelvin Coe says the population growth shown in the census data is consistent with the high level of building activity happening in Selwyn. "Our building and resource consent staff have been incredibly busy over the past two years and are doing a good job of keeping up with the demand for services," he said. In the year to June 2013, the council issued a record number of new dwelling consents, 1,084 in total, a 76% increase on the 616 consents issued the previous year. Selwyn also experienced the strongest economic growth of any district in New Zealand in 2012, with employment growing by 9.5%, compared to the national average of 1%. 1,200 new jobs were created in the district last year. Mayor Coe said the census data will help council to plan for the future and to advocate for new government services and facilities for the district.

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Now that the days are longer and warmer the time to start planting and sowing seeds in the vegetable and flower garden is here. To get the best results we need to do the right thing at the right time. Traditionally plants and seeds that need constant warm growing conditions are never planted before Labour Weekend and are often left until Show Week. I still say that this is the best time as the weather is much more settled and plants will not get any setbacks. When sowing seeds it is wise to read the back of the seed packet and follow the directions as to how, where and when to sow the seeds. This is the best information you can follow. When sowing small seeds in my veggie garden I use seed raising potting mix to cover the seeds. This helps to see where the rows are and also gives good weed free and moisture retention conditions to help germination. It has always been good practice to rotate the type of plants in the garden to help with pest and disease control from one season to the next but one must also be aware as to the height of plants so that all plants will get the light that they may need. The planting of seedlings whether they are vegetable or flower plants is very much the same. First select the right place for the plants then dig in some compost with an all-purpose fertiliser. Ensure the plants are well watered a couple of hours before putting them in the ground, then plant into the soil at the same depth as before. Firm the roots in away from the stem to give good contact with the soil and water.

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Much is made of the tremendous advances in modern medicine but how many of these advances do we give credit to the wisdom of our ancestors?

It is true that we have had huge advances in the art and science of healing over the last 100 or so years. We hear every day about miracles of surgeries and it is right to be impressed and grateful for these things. However, in the realm of what could be termed ‘personal’ diseases — diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and more — the statistics are appalling. How have we survived all these years without drugs or surgery? Let’s look at some of the modern ‘wonder drugs’ and their ancient origins. A form of the natural birth control pill was actually used by the natives of the Trobriand Islands. For centuries the young women of the tribe consumed the wild yam and few pregnancies ever occurred before marriage. As for antibiotics, herbalists have long used sphagnum moss, calendula, garlic and a number of plants with antibiotic properties long before Louis Pasteur ‘discovered’ penicillin. Actually mouldy bread (the source of penicillin) was familiar to many before Pasteur. The control of pain using morphine from the opium poppy was used by the Arabs over 1000 years before modern anaesthesia and painkillers. Many plants and herbs are renowned for their anodyne (pain killing) properties. Many chemical drugs are based on compounds found in plants. For example, the idea of valium comes from the valerian root, and aspirin from the salicylates found in willow bark. These medicines were known by indigenous

experimentation, all human cultures have proven over time, the efficacy of plant medicine. Are we not seeing now a tremendous resurge in the use of natural foods and remedies where in the past these ideas were considered hippie or silly greeny talk? Today over 75% of the world’s population uses herbal medicine as their primary means of health care. ¢

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Fitter/ Welder A or General Engineer We are a leading agricultural manufacturing and general engineering company based in Canterbury. Due to continued product demand along with the ongoing expansion of our operation, we require a Fitter/ Welder A or General Engineer to join our Sheffield team, 35 minutes west of Christchurch. Ideally, the suitable applicant will – • be a competent fabricator/ welder in all positions, predominantly in mig welding (hardwire), but also arc welding at times. • have basic machining skills on both lathes and mills • be able to model a good understanding of gas cutting and brazing operations • be reliable with tidy work habits and high standards. • have good communication skills, be self motivated and work well in a team environment. • Be able to work unsupervised. • Have a good understanding of OSH workplace practises • Have a current full drivers licence Applications close 2 November 2013 Please send a current C.V to The operations manager Taege Engineering Main West Road Sheffield 7500 Or alternatively, email phil@taege.com, or Fax 3183646

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CHURCH NOTICES - Sunday 27 October Malvern Anglican Parish — St Matthew’s, Courtenay 8.00am. St George’s, Kirwee 9.30am. St Ambrose, Sheffield 11.00am. Trinity Church, Darfield 7.00pm. www.malvernanglicanparish.blogspot.com 03 317 9079. Arthur’s Pass Chapel — Sunday at 5.30pm. St Paul’s Anglican — West Melton 9.45am Holy Communion with Rev Ray Salisbury. Bible Study Mondays 7.30pm, Tuesdays 7pm — Prayer support. Penny 347 8139, Colin & Gail 347 8443. Church @ Rolleston — 40 Brookside Road. Anglican Service & Sunday School 9:30am Rev N Kennedy, Catholic Mass 5:00pm. Contact Secretary: Lynette 347 4599 secretary@churchatrolleston.org.nz. Parish of Hororata Anglican — 9.30am Hororata. Rev Jenni Carter 03 318 0858. www.hororataparish.co.nz. 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. Pastor available Tuesday 9.30–12.30. Pastor: Daniel Fone 03 347 7509, Youth Leader: Sage Harris 03 980 2296 Ext 217. Hope Presbyterian Rolleston — Service 10am, Rolleston School hall, Kidman St. Pastor: Brent Richardson 03 347 4007, Youth leader: Courtney Forrest, 03 347 4007, www.hopechurch.net.nz. Darfield Baptist Church — Services and Sunday School, Darfield 15 Greendale Road, 10.30am every Sunday, Glenroy Hall 9am 2nd & 4th Sundays. Pastor: Paul Cossey, 03 318 8688, Youth Pastor: Sam Broughton 027 223 8345. Malvern Co-Operating Parish — 9.30am Trinity — Parish Communion. 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.

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