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Mayor returned for second term u by Mike Isle

Sam Broughton has been returned for a second term as Selwyn’s mayor. P3

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Final results of the 2019 local body elections, released on Thursday, show Broughton received 12,041 votes. His only rival for the mayoralty, Bill Woods, received 4,485 votes. Broughton told The Record that his second-term focus would be on delivering the specific projects already begun and budgeted for. “There will be some new stuff coming up too, centred around tourism and the growth of Selwyn,” he said. Three new councillors have also been confirmed as elected, replacing the three councillors who stood down at the end of the last term. The new councillors are Shane Epiha for Ellesmere Ward, Jenny Gallagher for the Malvern Ward and Sophie McInnes for Selwyn Central Ward. For McInnes, it was an anxious wait for election-day margin to be confirmed. Preliminary results gave her a margin of just seven votes over Michelle Jones. The final vote increased her margin to 13. McInnes said she had contacted Jones on Thursday after the final count and passed on her commiserations. For Jones, it was a case of gracious acceptance. “At the end of the day, the people have voted how they wanted. I know Sophie will do a fantastic job.” In addition to Ms McInnes, current councillors Nicole Reid, Mark Alexander and Jeff Bland were all returned in the Selwyn Central Ward. In Malvern, current councillor Bob Mugford was returned alongside Mrs

p Jenny Gallagher, Malvern Ward

p Bob Mugford, Malvern Ward

p Murray Lemon, Ellesmere Ward

p Shane Epiha, Ellesmere Ward

p Mark Alexander, Selwyn Central Ward

p Jeff Bland, Selwyn Central Ward

p Sophie McInnes, Selwyn Central Ward

p Nicole Reid, Selwyn Central Ward

p Debra Hasson, Springs Ward

p Grant Miller, Springs Ward

p Malcolm Lyall, Deputy Mayor, Springs Ward

p Sam Broughton, Mayor

Gallagher, while in Ellesmere incumbent councillor Murray Lemon was returned. The three vacancies in Springs Ward saw existing councillors Grant Miller, Malcolm Lyall and Debra Hasson returned. The new council will be sworn

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The Hororata Parish Spring Fair has been a part of the local landscape for many years, not just raising money for the parish, but raising community spirit and providing a fun, family day out. “The fair is also a part of the Heritage Festival, giving people the opportunity to share stories of the past that link us to this place,” said committee member Yvonne Cookson. “Visitors can learn about the early settlers of the area with a video by the Hororata Historical Society, visit the St John’s Church graveyard transported in a vintage car and discover the stories of people gone before us in the district.” The Country Auction has been a highlight for more than 10 years and for the second year, the challenge has been laid down to the men, blokes and Trevs to showcase their number eight wire skills and enter the Agri Garden Art competition. “Last year saw blades, horseshoes, truck springs and number eight wire, like never seen before. This year is about recycling posts, wood and timber — that stuff lying in and around the sheds. Entries are voted on by the public during the fair and visitors are given the chance to own a one-off piece of Kiwiana at the auction 11.30am. The competition is open to any local bloke who wants a chance to show his

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The students at Singing Stars Selwyn Arts and Music School appeared live on the television show What Now last weekend showing the nation Selwyn’s local talent. “What Now contacted me as they had heard about us and needed a musical number. I sent them a video of one of our songs and they loved it, and we were invited to showcase a live performance on Sunday,” says school director Jacqui Soper. ”The children were so excited as it was a huge opportunity and they were very nervous. They were amazing and worked very hard. We are a singing, drama and music school with 11 teachers working across the district offering a whole range of classes including drums, piano, drama and all types of singing.” The students recently performed A Love Story at Rolleston School to a crowd of 300. p Singing Stars Selwyn with the What Now crew “Our children are very at Rolleston successful and are constantly auditioning for shows and choirs. I work Youth Choir for ages 9–16 run by Linley at every school in Rolleston, and we Thomas and they also excel. teach from 6 to 18-year-olds and now “We will be at a variety of local offer adult musical instrument lessons. Christmas performances over the Ten of our pupils successfully auditioned festive season. The experience is for the Representative Choirs and will awesome for children of all ages. It has be performing at the Christchurch Music been a really exciting year, and they have Festival. We also have our own Selwyn excelled themselves.” ¢

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The talent of Selwyn u by Ann van Engelen

Selwyn’s Got Talent was an opportunity for local children and youth from across the district to showcase their singing, dancing and entertaining ability last weekend with the Sisifo-Laloata siblings taking first place overall.

p Winners of the 14 years and over dance section — Shavaughn, Nyah, Kiera and Olivia performing A Little Party Never Killed Nobody

“More than 50 performers appeared on the day. Evile, Elina and Mymah’s song was from The Greatest Showman, and as a judge, I liked the family connection, they were perfectly harmonised and certainly picked up the vibe of the crowd,” said Selwyn Creative Networks founder Rachael Inch. “The show was started three years ago as part of the Ellesmere Spring Show for local people to see what great things are happening amongst our young people. Emma Dunlop from Leeston Rhythm and Dance helps pull it all together and is amazing. “The 14 years and over dance section was won by Leeston Rhythm and Dance Studio students Shavaughn, Nyah, Kiera and Olivia with their performance of A Little Party Never Killed Nobody. They had a lot of energy and were playful — adding to the atmosphere to the day. Their costumes were fantastic, and they worked well together and showed a lot of skill. “All the performances added to the variety of entertainment including hip-

hop, bands, dance, solo and group singers. Blake English won his solo category with his Six Sixty song and did phenomenally well. The video on Selwyn Creative Networks Facebook page of his performance had more than 1,500 views in the first few hours. “Leeston Primary’s dance to Everything Is Going To Be Alright was so close to winning. We had to deliberate for some time for the placing. They had a lot of energy and presented themselves very well for their age group. “The other judges were piano teacher Helen from Leeston and Alison from Ellesmere College music department. Overall we all found judging very interesting and the excellent talent made our job quite difficult. I had tears in my eyes and felt so proud of all the children performing. I kept thinking how can we keep fostering these talents and keep providing them opportunities to perform on a public platform locally. It was a special day for everyone involved and a great platform for the young people to gain experience.” ¢

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Woodcote resident charmed by a friendly village and gorgeous gardens Nell Riordan, a proud townhouse resident at Ryman Healthcare’s Woodcote Retirement Village, loves the community spirit and easy access to shopping areas from her home. She has been in the village for nearly three years and has a neatly adorned living and kitchen area that leads out to beautiful paving and a very wellmaintained private garden. Given her hands are arthritic she no longer drives, but she does keep a mobility scooter in her garage for easy trips down to The Hub Hornby and other services in the area. As an avid reader she is happy that the village van makes regular trips to the library as well as other outings further aeld. She lived in Rolleston then in Wigram, with her family, before her daughter let her know about the option of townhouses at Woodcote. She loved that when she moved in the townhouse had been completely refurbished and that the garden was ready for her to make her own mark. “People are surprised how spacious it is. We’ve got a big pantry and everything that goes with it, including a dishwasher and oven. I still bake because I can. I share the baking with the kids usually – the family.” She says she also loves the easy access the village provides to family and friends who want to visit. Her daughter and son, Donna and Matthew, who both live in Christchurch are frequent visitors. She also has just had a visit from her younger sister, who lives on the West Coast, where Nell was born. She was only a tot when she and her parents moved to Little River, the beginning of her life in Canterbury. She and her husband, Michael, who passed away 10 years ago, went on to raise a family and also enjoyed living in Nelson

Nell enjoys her private garden at Woodcote Retirement Village. for a period before returning to Christchurch. Nell found it a bit lonely being by herself in her Rolleston home. But since her arrival at the village she says she hasn’t looked back. She has made plenty of friends and enjoys the regular Happy Hours where she can have a wine or beer with good company. Nell also enjoys participating in Triple-A exercise classes, part of an activities programme that residents can choose to join in. She likes a cup of tea before she begins and says the tness

programme is sometimes busy enough that she contemplates another cup of tea afterwards. Triple A is run by instructor Carol, who has other talents, Nell says. Every now and then Carol runs a cooking class where everyone brings ingredients and joins in re-creating the latest recipe. Nell likes the open spaces in and around Woodcote. She enjoys the fact the village gardener keeps her private garden space looking nice, so she can relax. She also received new paving in the garden space.

“I usually sit out there (in the garden) because it gets the sun. I put my sunglasses on and read. I do read a lot.” The landscaped gardens stand out at all times of year but particularly in spring and summer when the owers are blooming, and the leaves have just unfurled. The village amenities include a library, dining room, lounges, indoor bowls, pétanque court and hair salon. There are also outings and occasions for the residents to enjoy. “We’re like a big family here really, because we’re a relatively small village.

“The staff are excellent. We’ve just been on a trip to Hanmer – we had a lovely day. We’ve also been on the train to Kaikoura, and had a meal. We go out a lot.” Village Manager Liz Hampton says Nell has been happy to show off the village to prospective residents. She has helped with some lifestyle anecdotes when regular Sales Advisor Susie Alayne was asked if someone is able to talk from a resident’s perspective.

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It is said that Sir Tim Shadbolt and Gary McCormick are carved from the material that heroes are made and the duo is bringing their humour to Selwyn for a night of comedy at the Hororata Glentunnel Golf Club on Monday, October 31.

The Hororata Community Trust has appointed Peri Drysdale as its Hororata Highland Games 2019 Chieftain.

“Gary and Tim are doing a tour of golf courses around the country. We are really excited to have them coming to our club as our venue is the hub of the community, not just a destination for golfers,” says organiser Catherine Thorne. “We provide a variety of events, not just golf and appreciate the support we get. We host national iconic performers and little local sports clubs that need p Sir Tim Shadbolt and Gary McCormick will be performing at people to keep going into the Hororata Glentunnel Golf Club the future.” ln the run-up to the local body meetings from the last century when it elections, Sir Tim saddled up his was not necessary to be polite. electoral horse and took to the highways “With Tim being elected as mayor and byways of New Zealand to explain for the ninth time the ‘a new Knight his ‘greater vision’ for the country. for a new day’ show is nicely timed,” “From way back in the sixties, when says Catherine. I wrote Bullshit and Jellybeans, I think I “We are fortunate to be hosting Gary have had my fingers on the pulse of the and Tim — come and join us for an nation, and I am cheeking it out again evening of fun-filled entertainment and in a series of comedy shows with Gary,” laughs. The entertainment kicks off at says Tim. 7.30pm, and the bar opens at 6.30pm. The McCormick and Shadbolt Comedy For tickets are $50 each and include a Show is a rough and tumble debate in light supper, call 027 538 5240 or email the manner of the old-style political catherine.thorne@xtra.co.nz.” ¢

An entrepreneur and business owner, Drysdale founded fashion company Untouched World, which produces ecologically sustainable clothing, and the Untouched World Foundation that runs Leadership for Sustainable Future programmes. Both the Untouched World Company and Foundation are recognised by the UN as global exemplars in the sustainability space. Drysdale said the Highland Games had a special place p Peri Drysdale, Hororata Games’ new chieftain in her heart. “Scotland is close to my heart Lassie competition where I am sure we as my husband, Alex, was born in will see some creative use of Tartan.” Tartan is the theme of this year’s Balmahar near Loch Lomond before emigrating to New Zealand with his event, and the Hororata Tartan fabric, family as a child, and now our son which is woven in Scotland, will be on sale at the games. People can purchase Tim lives in Edinburgh. “I have watched the Hororata a range of hats and cushions made from Highland Games grow over the the tartan. Gates open 9am November 9, last nine years with interest. The Highland Spin competition intrigues Hororata Domain, the event concludes me, the concept of taking wool from with a heart-pounding Massed Bands a raw product and turning it into a march at 4.30pm. Competition entries garment in just 6.5 hours sounds like are open until October 28. Early bird a challenge. I am also looking forward tickets are on sale, for details visit to judging the Best Dressed Lad and hororatahighlandgames.org.nz. ¢

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Children enjoy fishing u by Ann van Engelen photos by Richard Cosgrove/Fish & Game NZ

A record-breaking crowd participated in the Take a Kid Fishing event on Sunday with some 7,000 participants joining together at the Groynes Lakes. “We had grandparents watching from deck chairs and parents helping their children. Everyone enjoyed the day, and not a cellphone was in sight,” says organiser Dave Denton. “The weather was fine, there was no wind, and the crowd rolled up early. The first hour the water was quiet and I looked down one line of rods there were a dozen fish on. It was exciting for the children, and this continued throughout the day. “The fish this year had good growth rates, and we got beautiful fish. The team of helpers were wonderful, and we are very thankful for those waiting in the queues when we ran out of gear. There was a couple of hours wait for rods to

return as each child got to catch two fish. People were so helpful, friendly and happy — it was a lovely atmosphere. “We put 800 fish into the lake, and less than 400 were caught, so people are welcome to fish for another week with children. It is purely a kids’ fishery, but adults can assist them. Under 12-year-olds are free but you do need to get a licence from a fishing shop such as Fishermans Loft, which will be given at no cost. “The team of volunteers, including St John, were wonderful. We only had one small incident of a hook in a finger. People learnt to fish, clean their catch, how to tie knots and cook their fish. A great day was had by all.” ¢

p The Take a Kid Fishing event had record attendance with children of all ages joining in

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This year marks the second event of the 78-kilometre Famous Grouse Bays Cycle Challenge being held on Sunday, November 3. “We run a number of cycle events of substantial races. This one starts at the Famous Grouse Hotel in Lincoln and cyclists race to Corsair Bay via Gebbies Pass and back to Lincoln, finishing with a 300m sprint down Liffey Springs Drive, finishing outside Liffey Springs Park,” says organiser John Moore. “Participants get a huge amount of satisfaction and great cash prizes are up for grabs with the King and Queen of Gebbies Pass on the way making it interesting for everyone. “This is one of the first summer season races on the calendar, and you don’t have p Cyclists of all ages enter the Famous Grouse Bays to be an elite rider to enter, Cycle Challenge weekend and casual riders join in too. Last year we counted more than House and other charities. These races 100 people spectating, and it would provide finances these places would be great to have some of them enter. otherwise miss out on. We have medics and marshalls on the “It is a great day for those who are course and a ‘pick up Charlie’ if you are new to the area. They can come and an amateur on the tail end and need a encourage the riders at the finish line. ride — we want people to at least get Starting is 9am — the first riders come out and have a go. through around two hours later.” “Through our events, we sponsor Registrations close on Sunday, schools, fire brigades, West Coast October 27. Enter at bayscyclechallenge. Wilderness Trust, Ronald MacDonald co.nz. ¢

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Encouraging turnout at show The Ellesmere A&P Association is over the moon with the turnout at their Selwyn Spring Show on Saturday. “After heavy rain the day and night before, people turned out in their droves to spend a day in the sun and join in ‘Celebrating Selwyn’, which was this year’s theme,” said Show Marketing and Promotions Convenor, Alastair Barnett. “As usual the committee did a tremendous job and our president Tim Schmack is really proud of how things went. “It looks like we have had the bestever show to date, which is fantastic and a testament to all the support we get from the Ellesmere and Selwyn Districts. Tim and the committee would like to thank our sponsors, especially our Diamond sponsor Matson & Allan, and the volunteers and community organisations, which turn up every year to help make the show the best one-day show in the country. “There was much to see and do including a huge array of wellcontested competitions, which put on interesting displays to attract the many in attendance. “One of the highlights this year was the Mounted Games Nations Challenge with the final being held in

the main ring. The close competition was won by the New Zealand Black Team heading off NZ Silver, Australia, USA and South Africa. “Ian Fleming’s Red Poll yearling heifer Strathwell Vin took the Supreme Animal of Show Award. Southbridge School the Farmlands and Oakley’s Premium Fresh Vegetables Muster Chef and Cochranes Top Team Challenge. Selwyn’s Got Talent went to the amazing singing trio Evile, Elina and Mymah Sisifo-Laloata. The Wearable Arts Title went to Deborah Gill Smith and her recycled retro hostess tray. “Supreme Champion Pony, DS Equestrian/L Cochrane, Greenmoor Euphoria. Supreme Champion Horse Jade Farrant, Culta La Vida. Showjumping Sunday saw Kimberley Bird take the South Fuels Mini Prix on the lovely Cera Cassina. The Christchurch District Young Farmers Contest was won by Jack Taggart. The Matson & Allan Young Person of the District won by Stanley Mullen, and Overall Supreme Sheep of the Show went to AM and P McIlraith, Gerald Lemon was the Personality of the Show.”

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Ashburton A&P Show To the tune of the highland pipers u by Andy Bryenton

One of the most anticipated events at the forthcoming Ashburton A&P Show is the display of skill and cultural heritage, which is the highland dance competition. A feature of many Kiwi country shows, this form of performance comes down through history, despite efforts in less enlightened times to abolish Scots traditions. In the dark days of the 1700s, efforts were made to make Scotland submit to English rule once and for all. Men were banned from wearing the kilt, the bagpipes were not to be heard, and many other cultural practices were suppressed. Among these was the famous ‘sword dance’, enacted since the dark ages both as a celebration, as a way of determining good luck before battles, and also as a cunning method of teaching the fast footwork used in sword fighting. From medieval times the English had tried to stop the Scots training warriors or practising with weapons; the sword dance, recorded as long ago as 1285AD, allowed people to train in plain sight — after all ‘it was only a wee bit of dancing’. The Scots ‘renaissance’ of the 1800s was supported by no less luminary than Queen Victoria, and under her auspices, historians and cultural researchers rekindled a love of the old highland games, as well as establishing highland dancing as a competitive and colourful spectacle. At those early events, it was mainly men who danced, but there was no rule against women competing, and soon female exponents of the art form like Lorna Mitchell and Jenny Douglas were well known. The patronage of a queen may have helped break down gender barriers in this regard; nonetheless, today, the highland dance is predominantly the domain of

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TO BUILD OR RENOVATE Security takes flight u by Andy Bryenton

If you thought that unmanned aerial recon vehicles were something from a spy thriller or the latest military conflict, you’d be correct. Little drones with a powerful camera that can support facial-recognition programs and adapt to their environment so as not to waste time buzzing around the good guys are out there in the field. Now they’re out there on rooftops in suburbia, too. The issue with static camera systems is that they record all the time, they can’t get the right angle to identify hooded or heavily clothed burglars, and they can be ‘cased out’ and eliminated with a dab of spray paint by truly determined thieves. Not so the Sunflower Labs ‘bee’ system, which takes drone technology and sensor lighting to a new level. The system, developed by an American company made up of software geniuses, and electrical engineering inventors situates many small garden

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opening and new components hitting the production line, the war effort crumbled and Allied bombs destroyed one of Soichiro’s factories. Just as the Imperial army surrendered, an earthquake leveled the other. Honda sold the scrap metal and debris to Toyota at a huge loss, but moved on. Next came the idea of converting bicycles with 50cc generator motors, making Japan’s first motorbikes. In the rationed, fuel-scarce postwar reconstruction they sold like hot cakes, and soon Honda were making their own engines, frames, gas tanks, wheels; whole bikes, which formed the basis for the best selling 50cc of all time, the Cub. Just 14 years after losing it all, Honda established his first motorcycle dealership in the United States. The nation which was once Japan’s wartime rival became one of his biggest markets, in which he would go on to outsell Harley Davidson. ¢

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Kawasaki FR Series V-Twin, 23hp, 48" cutting width, ClearCut™ fabricated deck

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Kawasaki FR Series V-Twin, 22hp, 48" cutting width, ClearCut™ fabricated deck

$7,949

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