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Planting day the biggest yet  by Kent Caddick

The largest planting day of the year for Te Ara Kakariki Greenway Canterbury Trust was held at an array of planting sites around the Malvern district of Selwyn recently. P3

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The Te Ara Kakariki Greenway Canterbury Trust (TAK) is an incorporated charitable trust with the mission to undertake environmental restoration projects in Selwyn. The latest planting day at sites around Hororata and Springfield was one of their most ambitious yet with the goal of planting 5,000 native trees with up to 150 volunteers — something the trust had never done before. TAK coordinator, Letitia Lum, said one week before the planting day there were just 80 volunteers signed up. “Phone calls, flyers at markets and social media brought the registrations over the line to 125 very willing and capable people who were ready to give a whole day to planting native trees for the Canterbury plains,” Ms Lum said. A number of the planting sites had been planted by the landowners or volunteer in past years, so the ecologists were able to point out the growth of existing vegetation. The sites ranged from dryland to wetland. “There were a couple of budding ecology students from Lincoln University, who were picked up at the early hours of the morning to assist ecologists with laying plants,” Ms Lum said. “These experiences are as good as taking on internships, so fortunately for the trust, the students keep coming back each year to assist with one of the most important jobs of the day. “The ecologists’ race to keep up with the crowd of planters from one site to the next. They need to have a deep

 Karl Thompson and his 10-month-old daughter Olive planting at Pam Aldersley’s site in Springfield

knowledge of which species can handle various soil types, or lots of moisture by their roots, or windy areas, or more sun. “The volunteers also get a feel for what species go where over the course of the day and could ask questions about the trees.” The Canterbury plantout days even attract families with toddlers. Sue and Karl Thompson planted at Pam Aldersley’s site in Springfield. They drove from Christchurch with their 10-month-old daughter Olive to be among like-minded people and spend a day in nature. Sue said when their first daughter was born they stopped coming

to volunteer plantouts and now with their second child, they were determined to keep coming and get her involved from an early age. “Today I’ve really enjoyed seeing the plantings from the past few years alongside today’s new seedlings; it’s such a beautiful spot planting so close to the snowy mountains”. Te Ara Kakariki seeks out willing landowners every year, as well as public lands for planting native greendots, which are stepping stones for birds across the plains. The trust will be gathering applications again in October this year. 

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 West Melton School students, Jack (left) and Lily (right) help out Kaboom Percussion players Catherine and Josh during their recent performance at the school. Kaboom Percussion is a percussion duo from Perth, Western Australia, who specialises in music incursions for primary schools. The talented duo showed the West Melton learners how simple items could be used to make noise, including clapping, clicking and tapping your bodies and hands.

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 Te Rito Harakeke students Alijah Prakash and Lauren Brocket give the thumbs up during their time on the high ropes at their first solo camp at Wainui recently. The Waitaha students, who are based at Rolleston College stayed at the YMCA in Wainui Heights West, and the good weather allowed them to enjoy all the activities on offer. The YMCA instructors led the students through a range of activities including high ropes, double kayaks, UHF radios, ABL games and a leisurely evening around the campfire. One of the students, Jonty, said his highlights were American Hotdogs for tea and a scavenger hunt around the local cemetery, while Ana was awarded a certificate for being the best Flying Kiwi on the high ropes.

Getting on the road Selwyn Police in conjunction with the Selwyn District Council is running a Learner Driver Mentoring Programme. If you would like to obtain your learner’s licence but need assistance, this course could be for you. The course starts on Monday, October 29 and will run for one-and-ahalf hours each week, for five weeks.

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Young gardener One tonne of weeds out the competition batteries recycled  by Kent Caddick

 by Kent Caddick

Darfield youngster, Rubie Leech, has won the West Coast and Canterbury Budding Young Gardener title as part of the inaugural Yates Budding Young Gardener competition.

In what is thought to be the first recycling project of its kind in New Zealand — a Selwyn environmental group has marked collecting more than one tonne of batteries for recycling.

The eight-year-old caught the judges’ attention with her great enthusiasm and humour displayed in her video entry. Rubie started gardening from a young age, with the help of mum, Kylie and has developed an unusual liking for broccoli. “I love growing broccoli because it is my most favourite food in the world. I have it every night for dinner,” Rubie said. “Potatoes are also fun to grow because it’s like going on a treasure hunt when you dig them up. You just never know how many you will get and how big they will be.” Rubie also sees gardening as special time spent with her family. “While I’m not particularly fond of weeding it does give us lots of time to talk. The best part of all is watching all the plants grow  Darfield’s Rubie Leech is a bit of a broccoli head when it comes to gardening and then getting to eat them all, particularly strawberries.” Fiona Arthur from Yates said the Rubie has won a huge Yates hamper Budding Young Gardener competition worth more than $300 and is lining up aims to celebrate a love of gardening alongside seven other regional winners and encourage children of all levels for the grand prize of a trip to Australia, of capability to further develop becoming a Yates Ambassador for a their passion. year and spending time in her garden “There have been so many excellent with a Yates horticulturist. entries this year it put our judges, Ruud The grand winner is decided by public Kleinpaste and Sarah O’Neil under vote, and Rubie is hoping all of West pressure to just pick one regional winner. Coast and Canterbury will get behind The grand winner will be announced her. Visit a.cstmapp.com/p/27268 and during National Gardening Week, which vote before October 5. runs from October 15 to 22. 

 Lincoln Envirotown chair Dave Fitzjohn (left) and coordinator Meredith Jones (right) delivering the 1,000th kg of batteries for recycling to Alan Liefting of Ecotech Services

In April 2017, the Lincoln Envirotown Trust (LET) delivered 40kg of batteries to Ecotech Services in Christchurch for them to undergo a recycling process instead of going to landfill. The batteries are deposited by members of the public into the recycling container provided at Lincoln New World, and in early September of this year, the 1000th kilogram was delivered. LET chair, Dave Fitzjohn, said as they and Lincoln New World started the project, there was simply no way of knowing how people would react and what sort of response there would be.

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“It was envisaged that there may be an early influx of batteries as people cleared out those they had stored without any clear sustainable way of disposing of them but that after that there would be a drop-off,” Mr Fitzjohn said. “In fact, the opposite has happened with the numbers of batteries deposited growing in most months. Some months have seen more than 100kg deposited.” He said the Lincoln Envirotown Trust would like to congratulate and thank the public for their continued and growing support of this project. 

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Rents in New Zealand hit a record high in August, with the country’s median weekly rent for the month up 6.7 per cent on a year ago. Here in Selwyn, the median rent during the period from March 1 2018 to August 31 2018, was $420.

 West Melton School sent two teams to compete in the annual Local Schools Derby skiing competition at the Porters Ski Area recently. Pictured from left are: Ryder, Nash, Josie, Buz, Tessa, Olive and William. Weather conditions for the day’s event were perfect, and the intermediate team came home in third place, which was a top result given it was the first time they had competed at the event. The three fastest times were added together to give the team score. The intermediate team recorded a combined time of 231.72 seconds for its third placing while Nash finished fourth fastest in the individual overall category with a time of 70.82 seconds. “We would like to thank Matt Allin, our team manager, and Pip Roycroft and Deb Floyd for their encouragement and help on the day,” West Melton School’s promotions officer, Rita Spadoni said. Photo by Matt Allin

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Some of the government’s proposed rental reforms are swinging the pendulum too far against landlords and will only serve to further reduce the number of people wanting to invest in residential property. For example, currently, landlords are required to give tenants 42 days’ notice if they decide to sell their rental property. Most people would consider six weeks ample time to find alternative accommodation — but the government has proposed increasing the required notice period to 90 days. Given that tenants are able to move on and only need to give their landlord 21 days’ notice, 90 days seems excessive. In many cases landlords will not be selling their rental properties on a whim but due to a change in their financial or other circumstances. 

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Winegrowers Research Centre appointment  by Mike Isle

The NZ Winegrowers Research Centre (NZWRC) has appointed a Lincoln University professor as its acting head of science. He is Professor Brian Jordan, who is Lincoln University’s professor of plant biotechnology, and has more than 30 years of experience in plant biochemistry and molecular biology. NZWRC chief executive, MF Loza, said the NZWRC was delighted to have Professor Jordan on board for what he described as a key time for the centre. “We are setting up the research centre for the future. Professor Jordan’s immense experience and technical expertise, and his networks across New Zealand and international research communities will be invaluable as we define our research programme, plan to build science capability and put in place processes for delivering science excellence,” Mr Loza said. Dr Roland Harrison, head of wine, food and molecular biosciences at Lincoln also welcomed the appointment of Professor Jordan. “Brian has been and still is an excellent advocate for the application of science to improve our productive systems. His science management vision will make an important contribution to the development of this new research centre.”

Ready to GO GO GO Joseph CentreStage Rolleston is in rehearsals for their debut show Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, hitting the stage from November 15 through to November 24 2018. The Rolleston Primary School Hall is set to be transported into the land of Egypt.

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The NZWRC, which was formed in 2017 and is based in Marlborough, provides what it describes as cuttingedge science, research and development to benefit New Zealand’s entire wine industry and its key stakeholders. The centre has a national focus, and global reach, providing world-leading research for commercial grape and wine production. 

The show is set to be of epic proportions — with an 80-strong cast of local talent (40 children and 40 adults). Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is celebrating its 50th year this year — so CentreStage Rolleston jumped at the chance to perform the well-known musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. Described as a rock disco the show has won many awards over the years, and audience members will delight in well-known songs such as Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door and even

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A garden of delights  by Andy Bryenton

Awarded research grants  by Mike Isle

With spring in the air, what could be a better day out than an oldfashioned English-style country fete, set in the grand gardens of a stately manor?

 Nothing beats the colour and beauty of an old-fashioned garden fete — and Selwyn has a worldclass example of its very own this October

The answer, of course, is a fete with a bit of Kiwi flair — the very definition of Selwyn’s Spring Fling held at the amazing Broadfield Gardens. Laid out in the image of the beautiful formal gardens of Europe, but with a distinctively New Zealand quirkiness to make them unique, Broadfield Gardens cover a sprawling 3.5 hectares and have been established for more than a quarter of a century. The great landscape designers of the Regency and the Victorian era consider 25 years to be the perfect ‘ripening’ time for a grand garden, and spring sees all the wonderful plants in their finery.

Even on a normal day, there are eighteen different sections to explore in this registered ‘Garden of International Significance’. On October 7 the entire venue will come alive with the colours, sounds and culinary aromas of a proper spring fete from 11am. Along with guided tours of the gardens, visitors will be able to sample some delicious cookery, talk to artisans and craftspeople, browse an eclectic range of stalls under colourful canvas, and listen to some live music among the flowers. This event is the very definition of a family day out. 

Lincoln Agritech has been awarded two major research grants in this year’s highly contested Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) funding round. The grants total $11 million. One research programme aims to help manage freshwater pollution, and the other to assist medical professionals to diagnose bone and tissue damage using hand-held noncontact technology. Lincoln scientists, Drs Roland Stenger and Blair Miller and their research team, have been awarded $7.8 million for their programme to help upgrade freshwater management. “To better manage freshwater pollution, we need to find out more about how nitrogen travels from land to waterways. We have to understand how quickly nitrogen travels and how much of it is naturally removed as it moves through the soil into a surface waterway,” Dr Miller said. “The programme will deliver methods and tools for characterising and quantifying transfer pathways at sub-catchment level to establishing the link between land use and its effects on freshwater quality.” Dr Miller said the programme aims to help farmers, iwi, industry

and councils achieve communitymandated water quality goals. The second Lincoln Agritech research to receive a grant is a $6 million programme to develop a handheld medical scanner that provides highresolution images of bone and tissue. The programme is led by Professor Ian Woodhead and Dr Ian Platt. Professor Woodhead said the scanner’s simplicity, costeffectiveness and portability will differentiate it from currently available imaging equipment and could be used in ambulances and medical facilities. Royal NZ College of General Practitioners chair, Dr Keri Ratima, said: “[The scanner] is expected to provide real value to rural communities, including Maori, and others struggling to access services.” Lincoln Agritech chief executive, Peter Barrowclough, expressed delight at the grants and paid tribute to what he described as a highly talented team of Agritech scientists and research engineers. 

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Heating loan available Explore a natural treasure

 by Mike Isle

 by Andy Bryenton

Canterbury homeowners can now get a rates advance of up to $6,000 to pay for home heating, insulation and ventilation improvements.

Thirty million years ago, the area we now call Canterbury was part of a shallow inland sea, inhabited by a wide array of curious prehistoric marine life.

 Castle Hill, Kura Tawhiti, is a natural wonder, which harbours unique flora and offers incredible views

Environment Canterbury announced the advance as part of its Long Term Plan 2018–28. Deputy chair, Peter Scott, said eligible ratepayers can apply for the advance and pay it back through their rates bill over nine years with interest. “We are delighted to be able to offer this option and help Cantabrians make their homes warmer, drier and healthier. One of our roles as a regional council is to ensure that the air we breathe supports health and wellbeing, so helping people upgrade to better heating technology is vital

to that,” said Mr Scott. The advance carries an interest rate fixed at 5.9% per annum for applications received before July 2019. Mr Scott said the interest rate covers all costs incurred by Environment Canterbury to run the scheme so that it does not impact other ratepayers. Applications for the advance are now being accepted on Environment Canterbury’s website: ecan.govt.nz. Successful applicants must use approved installers. A list of those, several of whom operate in Selwyn, is on the website. 

Over centuries, the seabed drained away, leaving magnificent upthrusts of limestone rock to be eroded by the forces of nature. Today, we call this area Kura Tawhiti — or to use the European name, Castle Hill. This October presents locals and visitors alike with a special opportunity to explore this amazing landscape with its weathered turrets of stone. On Tuesday, October 9 the Department of Conservation will guide a group for a walking tour of this unique corner of New Zealand, exploring not only the limestone monoliths, which so impressed early European settlers, but also the distinct flora and fauna of the area. One plant, which grows here —

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course, the Grand Parade is a major highlight. Adding to the fun this year are a wearable arts contest, a ‘top team’ challenge and a big Selwyn’s got talent variety show. Gates open at 8am on Saturday, October 13 at the Ellesmere A&P Showgrounds, Leeston — there’s free parking, and this is most definitely a family event. Don’t miss out on a day of good old fashioned fun as the best of the country comes to town — make plans to be there and soak up a wonderful spring day of entertainment. 

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Lincoln Agritech scientists have been awarded almost $8 million in funding to look into ways to better manage freshwater pollution. The funds for the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment programme were made available through the Endeavour Investment Fund. Drs Roland Stenger and Blair Miller, along with their environmental research team, are leading a $7.8m programme to upgrade freshwater management. They will deliver methods and tools for characterising and quantifying transfer pathways at a sub-catchment level. By defensibly establishing the link between land use and its effects on freshwater quality at the sub-catchment scale, they will enable more effective and spatially targeted land use and management, mitigations and policy. “To better manage freshwater pollution, we need to find out more about how nitrogen travels from land to waterways at a sub-catchment level,” Dr Miller said. “We have to understand how quickly nitrogen travels and how much of it is naturally removed by microorganisms

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CHURCH NOTICES — Sunday 7th October Receptionist / Administrator Permanent, Part Time (0.8) 30 hours per week Term Time Only Position. Starting the 4th February 2019 We are seeking applications for a fun loving, self-directed and highly motivated Administrator / Receptionist to join our administration 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. Experience in a school setting, NCEA knowledge and First Aid training is preferable. Please apply by sending us a copy of your current CV, covering letter and your contact details to recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz. Applications will close at 12pm on Friday the 12th of October 2018.

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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 — 8.00a.m. St Peter’s Springfield; 9.30a.m. St Ambrose Sheffield, Blessing of the Animals; 7.00p.m. St George’s Kirwee; Contact Archdeacon Susan Baldwin; 03 317 9079. http://malvernanglican.wordpress.com Facebook: Malvern Anglican Parish. Life Church Selwyn — 10am every Sunday at Lincoln High School Hall (entrance from North Belt). www.lifechurch.nz or email selwyn@ lifechurch.nz Parish of Hororata — 9.30am St Johns at Hororata; 11.00am 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. 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. Hope Presbyterian Rolleston — Service 10.00am, 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 Pastor Hannah Cossey. 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. Contact: Ps Andre Powell 027 871 1424, admin@cornerstonerolleston.org or www.cornerstonerolleston.org. 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: When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher than I. — Ps 61 v2b.

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