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This Friday, the 32nd annual Darfield Art Week run by the Malvern Community Arts Council kicks off with over 120 artists taking up the challenge of showcasing their works. One of those is Kirwee artist Lorraine Jacobs who says when she first picked up a watercolour paintbrush, it was a practical decision to fulfill her creative whims while travelling. What’s kept her painting has become something a lot more personal. “I love it. I’m passionate about it. I’m confident in my ability,” says Lorraine, whose first creative outlet was pottery. A move to the United States of America for 12 years to work in partnership with her husband meant pottery was put on hold. Lorraine turned her hand to watercolour painting, taking lessons from Christchurch artist Judith Hitchings in the year before leaving for the States. “I discovered I had an eye for detail and for making things work. People think watercolour should be ‘pastelly’, but I like dramatic stuff. One thing I like about watercolour is you can let it make its own discoveries.” Lorraine demonstrates this technique by applying water to the canvas and then drops in some colour. What looks like a random event, dries to reveal a dramatic impression of shrubbery. “I love capturing something that I think is interesting or beautiful — capturing a moment or a particular time of day. Being able to replicate it is fascinating to me.” Landscape is where it’s at for Lorraine, who first revelled in

p To Kirwee artist Lorraine Jacobs painting provides a way of taking something ordinary and making it more

this discovery following the Canterbury snow storm of 1992. A day excursion to the snow filled hills behind Glentunnel began a lifelong affiliation with capturing snow on canvas. “With landscapes, I journey into the landscape. I think about what I’m seeing and where the light is coming from. It’s always about light.” While living in the USA Lorraine began exhibiting her work. She joined local art organisations and her work was well received at art shows. Lorraine has continued to work to improve her painting techniques.

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“A good painter is someone who is prepared to take the time and notice and observe. It is someone who is keen to capture something that fascinates them and can be bothered to learn the techniques to capture the image. My aim has always been to take the ordinary and make it more.” Now settled back in New Zealand Lorraine has set up her own studio and gallery and is passing her knowledge and passion for painting on to her students. “I like my students to go as far as possible and for most of them that’s a long way. I don’t keep my clever tricks, knowledge or techniques to myself.” ¢

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 Selwyn runners Ella Benn from Clearview Primary School, left, (No. 503) and Rolleston Primary School’s Zoe McMeeken, right, (No. 509) competing for the Canterbury Primary Schools’ team at the Inter-regional Cross Country Championships in Nelson. McMeeken came home in 10th place while Benn was 24th, both very respectable results in a high quality field.

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p Some of the Darfield Busy Bumbles pre-school attendees enjoy ‘Chillax Day’. The children wore pyjamas all day and relaxed in their sleeping bags. They iced biscuits for their morning tea, had a blind food tasting competition, a building competition and in the afternoon relaxed with a hot chocolate and a DVD. Supervisor Lynette Lock said that the day was one of many themed days that Busy Bumbles were running over the holidays, including Take Flight, Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Wearable Arts, Myth Busters and Emergency Services day. On the couch are Estella Blacktopp, Emily Walker, Oscar Serong and Amber Walker. ‘Chillaxing’ on the floor are Ethan Coles and Hunter Jones, with supervisor Lynette Lock at the back.

Making a splash  Governor General Sir Jerry Mateparae officially opens the new Waitaha Aquatic Centre, home to the Canterbury Swim School, in Yaldhurst. The swimming complex is a privately owned facility but available for public use. CSS director Jenny Jones says the facility is the largest privately owned pool west of Christchurch and features a six-lane 25m lap pool and a four-lane teaching pool.

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Dunsandel firefighters new vehicle

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The Dunsandel Volunteer Fire Brigade has taken possession of its new emergency response vehicle. The keys to the vehicle were handed over to the brigade by John Penno, the managing director of Synlait Milk, which funded the purchase. Chief Fire Officer Ian Chatterton said being able to provide additional support to the existing fire appliance and water tanker when responding to local emergencies is a great boost to the brigade. “The vehicle will be used to respond to emergencies in all weather conditions and allow us to access remote areas, secure the scene of motor vehicle accidents faster, and respond to priority one medical emergencies in support of ambulance services. “We will also use the vehicle for non-emergency events within the local community like fire safety promotions and the fire wise programme at schools.” Mr Chatterton said the support Synlait Milk has given to the local brigade has been fantastic.

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p Synlait Milk managing director John Penno second from left, hands over the keys to Dunsandel Volunteer Fire Brigade members, from left: David Berry, Ian Chatterton and Ken Lee

John Penno said Synlait Milk was happy to respond to a call for help from such an important local service provider. “Being able to give something back to our local community, which we are committed to, means a lot to us. We

saw this as a great initiative that we couldn’t help but get behind. We have a great relationship with the brigade which we look forward to continuing as we grow and develop the site here in Dunsandel,” Mr Penno said. ¢

Ballot returns slow Time is running out for Selwyn voters to get their ballot papers in for this year’s local body elections with only a quarter of those eligible to vote having done so. into the ballot boxes available at the council’s Rolleston headquarters or the Darfield, Leeston or Lincoln Library and Service Centres before noon on Saturday.” Selwyn residents who have not received their voting papers can still vote by casting a special vote but need to contact the electoral officer on 03 347 2800 or 03 318 8338, or visit the council’s service centres during normal opening hours. As part of the local elections, people can vote for candidates for the roles of mayor, councillors, community board and Canterbury District Health Board members. “Where no election for a councillor or community board member takes place,

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For the second year in a row Selwyn firm Synlait Milk has won the Champion Global Operator Award (large to medium enterprise) at the Champion Canterbury Business Awards. “Winning the Champion Global Operator Award for the second year running is testament to our business strategy and the effort from all our staff,” Synlait Milk managing director John Penno said. “The award caps off a great year for the company in which we successfully began trading on the NZX Main Board, after completing a positive Initial Public Offering, in addition to posting an after tax profit of $11.5 million for the 2013 financial year.” Since operations began in 2008, Synlait Milk has grown to become one of Canterbury’s largest companies, exporting to over 50 countries, processing approximately 540 million p The Synlait Milk team at the Champion Canterbury Awards, from left, Kate O’Malley, Phil O’Malley, Jolie Wills, Neil Betteridge, Simon Causer, Paul Burns, Tegan Jones, Matthew Foster, George litres of milk a year from around 148 McEwan and Iain Halcrow Canterbury farms and employing Awards are run by the Canterbury Employers Chamber of approximately 171 staff. Synlait Milk has recently committed Commerce and celebrate business excellence, passion to a series of construction projects at and success. Chamber of Commerce chief executive Peter Townsend said its Dunsandel site, which include the build of a third spray drier, butter plant, Synlait Milk epitomises what we need to do in Canterbury, quality testing laboratory, consumer combining smart primary production with a platform of blending and packaging facility and product integrity. “The use of natural capital and technology is something additional dry store capacity. The Champion Canterbur y Business the rest of New Zealand could learn a lot from.” ¢

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Rolleston’s new primary school a step closer

New venue for long standing Hororata event

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The Hororata Parish Spring Fair, held annually on Labour Day, will have a new venue for this year’s event.

The Selwyn District Council has formally received a Notice of Requirement (NoR) from the Ministry of Education to designate a 4.5ha area of land in Rolleston for a new primary school. The notice refers to land on the corner of Dunns Crossing and Burnham School Roads and is to be set aside for primary and pre-school educational services. The ministry is in negotiation to purchase the land. MoE Regional Operations deputy secretary Katrina Casey said the ministry hopes to achieve a negotiated outcome satisfactory to both parties. Council’s planning manager Tim Harris said staff will review the application over the next few weeks, determine whether they need any more information and assess it for any environmental impacts such as traffic flows and parking. “It is a similar process to a resource consent application although we do not make a decision on it but refer our recommendations back to the applicant along with any conditions which may need to be attached. It may be available for public submissions if it is notified.” The NoR doesn’t determine what format the school would take only where it could be sited. The Ministry of Education, through consultant Michael Deaker, is currently speaking with local residents as well as other local schools and organisations to determine what sort of educational services model is appropriate for Rolleston. ¢

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The Spring Fair, which has been providing families a fun day out for over 18 years on the grounds of the St John’s Church will this year be held at the Hororata Domain. Fair committee chair Lucy Cookson said they have simply outgrown the church grounds. “The fair has grown considerably over the past six years with more stall holders wanting to attend and people from not only Hororata but the wider Selwyn and surrounding districts enjoying the event. “With the growth we not only need more space for the fair activities but better, safer parking and to get away from the busy intersection of Downs and Hororata roads. “It is a little bit sad not to be holding the fair in the shadows of the stone church but the opportunities the Hororata Domain offers the event are very exciting.” While the Spring Fair will be at a new venue, the 2013 event will feature many old favourites including the White Elephant, second-hand books, heaps of family entertainment, food, and

the Country Auction. Creative Kids will be back again with new categories for school children to display their creativity including sandsaucers, 3D model making, textiles, art and bake a cake. “This competition has become very popular and is a great way to involve the children in the event,” Ms Cookson said. The Young Enterprise area, which was introduced last year will return. The programme gives five young entrepreneurs the opportunity to feature their bright ideas to the community. “Last year the Spring Fair experienced anything but spring weather with rain, hail and snow. Then it poured when we held the Twilight Fair so we are hoping that the 2013 event has better luck and the sun shines. “However being at the domain we will have more wet weather options so the event will go ahead regardless.” The Hororata Parish Spring Fair will be held at the Hororata Domain, Labour Day (October 28) from 9.30am to 2pm, entry is free. For more information visit www.hororataparish.co.nz. ¢

p Lucy Cookson marks out a new layout plan for the Hororata Parish Spring Fair at the annual event’s new home of Hororata Domain

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Despite having to delay for a day, the recent annual Peak to Pub race from Mt Hutt skifield to Methven was well supported. The Peak to Pub is a three-section race which can be done individually or in a team of three. The race starts on skis or snowboards from the peak of

p Steph Meredith was all smiles as she hit the finish line Photo by Georgie Boyd

Mt Hutt down to the base area where contestants switch to a mountain bike and race down the mountain before running 11km into Methven. The race was initially set to run on Saturday, September 28 but unfavourable conditions forced Mt Hutt Ski area to close for the day. Fortunately the race was able to go ahead on Sunday, despite it being less than perfect race conditions. “When you postpone an event you usually expect to lose 20 to 30 per cent of competitors but we didn’t at all,” race organiser Karyn Robertson said. “It was wonderful to see that not only was the postponement not enough to deter the competitors, neither was a foggy, freezing cold wet day on Sunday.” Ben Hoetjes was first to conquer this year’s course, winning the men’s race in a time of one hour 18 minutes just ahead of his brother Jos. Sez Peddie was the first individual female competitor over the line in 1:37, while the quickest team was Sneaky Sneakers, who sneaked their way to the finish in 1:21. ¢

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Organisers of Darfield’s Country Christmas in the Park are looking for performers for this year’s event. Preparations are well underway for the 2013 event which will be held on December 14. “We are looking for people who would like to perform at the event whether groups or individuals,” organiser Tim Broughton says. “If you love to sing, dance, play a musical instrument or have any other talent which can be performed on stage we want to hear from you now.” Mr Broughton said people have until October 16 to register their interest in performing at the event with auditions p Members of the Tara Marshall Dance School enjoy themselves before set down for Sunday, October 20. taking the stage at last year’s Country Christmas in the Park Country Christmas in the Park has been a popular event over a number of years. of course Father Christmas will make a welcome “It is a great event for the family to come to and appearance.” bring their picnic and enjoy a summer evening of To register interest in performing at Country entertainment. Christmas in the Park contact Tim Broughton on “As well as the on stage acts there will be a 027 241 8868 or email timjbroughton@gmail.com variety of food stalls, bouncy castle, raffles, and by October 16. ¢

Darfield gets toolbox for parents A six week parenting course for those with children aged from birth to six-years-old will be starting in the middle of October at the Darfield library. “Parents will leave with a ‘toolbox’ of ideas and strategies to build a happy home, develop cooperative children and to creatively handle the inevitable challenges of parenting,” says Parenting Place Canterbury coordinator Lynley Garratt Toolbox parenting courses combine humour, strategies, and expert advice. Topics covered include parent types, developmental stages, tools for engaging cooperation, discipline, making memories and being the parent your child needs. Nikki King is the local facilitator who will guide parents through the course DVDs and workbook and discussion times. The course starts on Monday, October 14 and runs from 7pm to 9pm. Parents can get more information and book for the Darfield course by visiting the Parenting Place website: theparentingplace. com or contact the local Canterbury Parenting Place rep Lynley Garratt via email, lynley.garratt@theparentingplace.com or phone the Canterbury office 03 355 2680. ¢

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Once, long ago, we knew exactly what to do with a window when it came to window coverings. In the eighteenth century windows were largely left bare. Materials were too expensive and only the very rich did more than string a fabric frill across the top of the window and rely on the external shutters for privacy and warmth. As fabric became more readily available and cheaper in the nineteenth century — house window coverings became more mass market and fashionable. During the twentieth century the greatest focus was on the practical need of keeping the drafts out of the older-style homes. Many grand homes had windows covered in multi-layers and tassels and swags with the first layer being a ‘net’ of some description. Other more modest bungalows had a version of this but with much less fabric, frill and fuss. In the twenty-first century there is a completely new way of looking

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at window coverings and what they can bring to a room. Technology has partly prompted this trend. For example wall to wall floor coverings, double glazing and central heating. With this freedom comes a shift in the focus. These days anything goes, fashion trends and the availability of a huge range of materials allow us to choose fabrics and patterns, new accessories and trimmings for window treatments that would startle our ancestors but perfectly suit today’s easier lifestyle. As these trends have developed so has the quest for more choice and versatility with the hardware used to hang curtains and blinds. The tension wire kits with eyelet hooks, sold in supermarkets, are still used but electronic multi-track gliding panel systems provide versatile control of windows from a translucent covering

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Earthquake land recovery programme adopted Environment Canterbury has adopted the Natural Environment Recovery Programme which could see a growing number of parks and recreation grounds sprouting up on earthquake damaged land in Selwyn. ECan’s Chair of Commissioners Dame Margaret Bazley said the programme ensures rehabilitation of the natural environment following the earthquakes. “This is very important for the future wellbeing of all Cantabrians — our natural environment is a fundamental part of our shared heritage and culture. “Many of us choose to live in or near Christchurch because we appreciate and value the natural environment — the rivers, the beaches and harbours, the forests and Port Hills — and the activities these special places provide. “We now better understand the consequences of living on land that is subject to rockfall, liquefaction or flooding. We want to improve the water quality and ecosystem health of rivers, streams, wetlands and estuaries. “We recognise the many opportunities to improve recreation facilities during the rebuild and recovery,” Dame Margaret said.

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A drive around the Selwyn district still reveals the destruction caused by recent storms but residents are being warned about a do-it-yourself approach to removing damaged trees.

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Learning opportunities through school productions u by Belinda Cullen-Reid

The recent Kirwee Model School production celebrated the theme of excellence in learning. By journeying through different destinations such as Too Hard Town, Temptation Alley, ClassClownville, Boredom Town, Competition and Pain Central, the lead characters travelled on to the ultimate learning destination — Mt Excellence. Putting on a school production is a journey in itself and Kirwee Model School has found a formula that sees them produce bright vibrant shows annually. Principal Sarah Wiki-Bennet says it’s all about keeping it simple. “Essentially we have a set formula where we ensure the year six students weave the story together — every class has one item and then a whole school finale.” “We have two rules — the children have to enjoy doing it and as long as the parents all get to see their child on stage nothing else matters. “[The school production] is entrenched in the culture of the school. This is what we do here. Our aim is to give students a well-rounded education through a variety of learning experiences. We cater for individual needs and the arts goes a long way in achieving this.” Mrs Wiki-Bennet says a school production provides important learning opportunities for students.

“Production is about two things — bringing together our arts learning from the term and developing individuals. “[Students] get the experience of live stage performance. Our year six students benefit as they get to do the backstage. They get to do the set-up and ICT side of the production, as well as take lead roles. “A production allows for some students to shine in an area which you may not get to see in other circumstances. This is where a passion for performing arts can be ignited and then taken further for some children.” Sharing the arts with the community is also a focus for the school. “We love to get our community together to share student learning, so a production is another great event to do this. Our parents, families and wider community are so very proud of the children. They love the fact that it is always just a burst of colour and performance.

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A new Horse Section has been introduced this year! – Riding Horse All entries close on Monday October 21st except for Fruit, Vegetables & Flowers. Space closes Monday October 28th Secretary. P.O. Box 36, Kirwee. 7543.

The Greendale Golf Club would like to thank the following sponsors who provided generous sponsorship and prizes at our Machinery Fundraising Tournament held on Wednesday 2nd October. Hamilton Hindin Greene Advanced Residential Agility Logistics Happers Honda Amicus Group Ltd Harcourts Rolleston Ashton Wheelans Harvey Wilson A W Harper Heartland Bank Blackwell Contracting HEB Construction Café Izone Helmore Bowron & Scott Cameron Contracting Ian Bourke Canterbury Lubrication ITM Darfield Products Jan & Brian Redfern Canterbury Seed Co K & H Shipley Stud Chalmers Construction Leech & Partners Corcoran French Miles Toyota Court Theatre Novartis Animal Health Cracker of a Nut CRT Real Estate PGG Wrightson Real Estate Darfield Bakery Selwyn Rakaia Vet Clinic Darfield Collision Repairs Sharpies Golf Darfield Dental Southern Woods Darfield Pharmacy South Pacific Seeds Darfield Tyre Centre Specialist Seeds Davis Ogilvie Staples & Kidd Diesel Services Tandara Partnership Dunsandel Tavern Team Work Solutions FMG Teonn Cleaning Services Fonterra Darfield W A Boyes Contracting Floriedale Angus Stud WWaterforce Frews Transport Whiskey Galore Gary Cockram Hyundai Gnomes Alpine Sports Wynn Williams The success of this tournament is also dependant on the players who generously support us on the day, and our members who contribute in many ways in the lead up to and on the day. Your support is always appreciated. – Thank you

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Malvern Anglican Parish — St Matthew’s Courtenay 8.00am. Trinity Church Darfield 9.30am with a Baptism and Sunday School. http://malvernanglicanparish.blogspot.com 03 317 9079

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St Paul’s Anglican — West Melton 9.45am Family Worship with Henik Buunk. Bible Study Mondays 7.30pm, Tuesdays 7pm, - Prayer support. Penny 347 8139, Colin & Gail 347 8443. Rolleston Church — Church @ Rolleston 40 Brookside Road. Anglican Service & Sunday School 9:30am Rev G Nicholas, Catholic Mass 5:00pm. Contact Secretary Lynette 347 4599 secretary@churchatrolleston.org.nz

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Parish of Hororata Anglican — 9.30am St John’s Hororata. Rev Jenni Carter 318 0858. www.horortaparish.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, Ph 03 342 9763, 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 Greendale. 10am Cafe Hope, Sheffield. 7pm Glentunnel, “Come On In” with Vicky Snow. 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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