rolleston news issue 132 may 2016
DESCRIPTION
ÂTRANSCRIPT
♦ Monthly Newspaper
♦ Business Cards
♦ Photocopying
♦ Lamina�ng
♦ Binding
♦ Typese�ng
If it’s newsworthy and
you know about it
- we’d like to know too!
The informa�on and
opinions published are
not necessarily those of
the Rolleston News
proprietors.
Rolleston News is
distributed to over 5000
homes and businesses
in the Rolleston area.
Next edi�on will be
distributed
Wednesday
1st June 2016
DEADLINES:
Editorial:
Wednesday
25th May, 5pm
Adver�sing:
Thursday
26th May, 5pm
SHOP 15 - ROLLESTON SQUARE PHONE: 03 347 1068
Right here in Rolleston - we’re your local!
BE INSPIRED! by our range of: • beautiful flowers • lovely gifts • warm atmosphere
Free Delivery within Rolleston. Laybys Welcome, Gift Wrapping
& Gift Vouchers.
P: 03318 7450 F: 03 318 7451
W: www.malvernnews.co.nz
ISSUE 132 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
Inside this issue:
Paint ‘n’ Sip 2
SwimSense 3
Depression and Anxiety 4
Real Estate Commentary 5
Selwyn Mums Have A Bellyful 5
Mortgage & Insurance Advice 5
Local Trust, Finalist For
Community Energy Award
6
Sensa�onal Selwyn Awards 6
Road Crash Winners cont… 7
Rolleston Men’s Shed 7
Bouncy Castle Fun Day 8
West Melton Duathlon Stars 8
Off The Walls Murals 8
Enable Celebrate Remarkable
Rolleston Fibre Broadband
Uptake
9
Rolleston Netball 10
NRL Ticket Winner 10
Public No�ces 10
Classifieds 10-11
Trades 11-12
Email Column 12
Boutique Winery, Restaurant & Event Venue
Weedons Ross Road, West Melton 03 347 4968|www.meltonestate.co.nz
Treat Mum to a Beautiful
Winery Lunch! Sunday 8th May 2016
Bookings essential
April 15-16th, saw the Rolleston Road Crash Team (RRCT) secure overall first place at the UFBA South Island Road Crash Rescue (RCR) Challenge. The gruelling rescue challenge took place in Milton, Otago and tested the teams to their limits mentally and physically. Seven teams from around the South Island attended the competition which is run by the U n i t e d F i r e B r i g a d e s Association. There are three categories of scenarios: • Controlled: involves two
patients requiring extrication. • Entrapped: involves one
patient trapped by a limb, requiring extrication.
• Time Critical: involves one patient in a critical condition, requiring extrication. Status could deteriorate at any moment.
All of the above scenarios have a time limit of thirty minutes for completion. Teams are judged on skil ls, communication, medical, and extrication of
patients. In addition to this, the team med ics are judged on administering care to a patient in a medical emergency. Team medics have just fifteen minutes
to complete this assessment. The Rolleston RCR team defeated the competition to win the Entrapped and Time Critical events, they came second in the Controlled event and third in the
Controlled Scenario action shot: under vehicle Marty Tier, Hannah Simpson dealing with the ‘patient’, kneeling L to R Simon Newman (obscured by car) and John Trounson.
Trauma event. Teams are also scored on individual roles which are tallied at the end of the event. Continued on page 7 Continued on page 7 Continued on page 7 Continued on page 7 …..continued from front page.…..continued from front page.…..continued from front page.…..continued from front page.
MassageMassageMassageMassage Qualified TherapistQualified TherapistQualified TherapistQualified Therapist Phone JanenePhone JanenePhone JanenePhone Janene 03 347 767403 347 767403 347 767403 347 7674 021 169 9229021 169 9229021 169 9229021 169 9229
• relaxationrelaxationrelaxationrelaxation • deep tissuedeep tissuedeep tissuedeep tissue • sportssportssportssports • hot stonehot stonehot stonehot stone • pregnancypregnancypregnancypregnancy • workplaceworkplaceworkplaceworkplace • eventseventseventsevents • gift vouchersgift vouchersgift vouchersgift vouchers
Page Page Page Page 2222 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
NICK & YOLANDE HOWELL - YOUR LOCAL VETS IN ROLLESTON Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm, Saturday 9am - 1pm
Only $149 to be Mum’s FAVOURITE this year!
There is nothing she wouldn’t do for you! Show how much she means to you;
make Mother’s Day all about her and treat her to something truly special.
10 Tennyson Street, Rolleston
For just $149, book her in at
Rolleston Hair & Beauty for Package A - Full Body Massage and Deluxe Facial
Or
Package B - Deluxe Facial and Deluxe Pedicure
Call Rolleston Hair & Beauty on 347 7600 NOW
GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE Just ask for the Mother’s Day Package
Michelle Jones, Nicki Rolleston, Chevonn Walker and Chloe Walker with their paintings done at the Paint n’ Sip Studio - a second one of which is currently being set up in Queenstown.
Based in Ilam, Christchurch the Paint ‘n’ Sip Studio was opened by Amanda Anthony Amanda Anthony Amanda Anthony Amanda Anthony in 2014. Feeling a disconnection from her social life after the earthquakes Amanda made it her mission to empower people in a fun and creative way. Paint. Sip. Party. Socialise - is the slogan and it certainly sums up an evening at the studio. The News was invited to experience the Paint ‘n’ Sip concept and after the initial trepidation, excitement won over. The Darfield group attending were surprised at the light, modern surroundings and enjoyed viewing the hung artworks without intimidation. The group enjoyed a friendly welcome, and could partake of a drink on arrival, before donning an apron and taking a seat in front of their canvas. The evening’s painting to be replicated was on the wall and for most - this is when reality
kicked in. While some of those attending (including some from the Darfield contingent) were experienced artists, others were total novices. The evening’s artist host set the ball rolling with basic, helpful instructions and information. This included a pertinent directive not to confuse wine glass with painting water - needless to say there was a painter or two imbibing blue or orange bubbly! The instructions were clear and concise and even the most anxious of budding artists managed to produce a near masterpiece with aplomb. It was an evening of sipping, painting, laughing and there was even singing at one point! Van Morrison’s Brown eyed girl or Dexy’s Midnight Runners Come on Eileen were just a couple of the well-known tracks b l a s t ed o u t i nb e tw een instructions and enhancing the
already convivial atmosphere. The Paint ‘n’ Sip host and artist spent their spare moments offering tips, tricks, advice and anecdotes to the enthusiastic painters. “I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and I created something that I would never have done of my own accord,” commented News staff member Nicki RollestonNicki RollestonNicki RollestonNicki Rolleston. “I would have no idea how to start a project like this and found the idea of providing materials, instruction, wine and music - absolute genius!” “We’re all keen to go again - it would be wonderful experience with a child or a partner too,” Nicki commented. My masterpiece is currently being prepared for hanging on my teenager’s wall. For many years I had to endure her artwork all around the house, car, windows etc, so it’s only fair that I give her mine!”
See the advertisement See the advertisement See the advertisement See the advertisement in this issue for further details.in this issue for further details.in this issue for further details.in this issue for further details.
Talented local artist Chevonn Walker creating a leafy autumn masterpiece with the assistance of friendly hosts and cider!
Page 3Page 3Page 3Page 3 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
Special for Term 2: If you are enrolled in our parent/
child classes (6 months to 2¼ yrs) and your child is
sick, we have two free open-pool sessions on
Tuesday 10.45am and Thursday 12pm.
For more informa�on, see our website.
Other Lessons:
We are fully
booked aDer
school,
however we
s�ll have the
following
spaces on
Saturdays and
in our
pre-school
programme.
Available Spaces Term 2:
PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMME
Day/Time Class (Age)
Mon 9.30am 12 mths – 2 ¼ yrs
Mon 10.45am 2 ¼ - 3 ½ yrs
Monday 11.45am 3 ½ - 5yrs (beg)
Tuesday 11.30am 3 ½ - 5yrs (adv)
Tuesday 12.30pm 12 mths – 3 ½ yrs
Wednesday 10.30am 2 ¼ - 3 ½ yrs
Wednesday 1.30pm 3 ½ - 5yrs (adv)
Thursday 10.30am 2 ¼ - 3 ½ yrs
Friday 9.30am 12 mths – 2 ¼ yrs
Friday 10am 3 ½ - 5yrs (beg)
Saturday 11am 3 ½ - 5yrs (beg)
Saturday 11.30am 3 ½ - 5yrs (adv)
Please see our website for more informa�on:
www.swimsense.co.nz
or email Claire [email protected]
ClaireClaireClaireClaire and Richard Washington Richard Washington Richard Washington Richard Washington are delighted to be the new owner/operators of Swimsense (formerly Small Strokes) Swim School based in Weedons. The Washington family had been thinking about moving into the Selwyn area for some time, when the opportunity of a lifetime arose with the chance to purchase the Weedons swim school. “The timing was spot on, like it was meant to be. A swim school had always been a particular dream of Claire’s with her swimming and educat ion background. It’s perfect,” enthused Richard. In fact, Claire and Richard both have complementary teaching backgrounds to the business with Richard a qualified Physical Education (P.E) teacher and Assistant Pr incipal at a Christchurch High School, and Claire also a qualified P.E teacher, health teacher and counsellor. “We both value the importance
of learning to swim as a vital physical skill, but also the more recent research on the effect of brain development shows the rewards are far-reaching. Learning to swim utilises many parts of the sensory brain such as touch, sound, sight, smell and taste. For example, one particular benefit for babies is the development of the respiratory system which, can in turn help to develop language,” Claire explained. A lot of research has gone into the couple’s new venture and their already vast experience in this area of teaching is clearly evident. Claire has previously been a swimming teacher in Christchurch and Hong Kong, as well as being a competitive swimmer herself for several years, which included competing in an Ironman long distance swimming event. It is because of this wealth of knowledge and experience that the School can confidently offer a specified, individual approach
to learning how to swim and offer private lessons (1-2 max swimmers/teacher) for school- aged children and adults. Swimsense a lso of fer a comprehens ive pre-school programme and have begun to develop this further with more classes being added as required. Parents can enjoy the flexibility of having siblings share lessons, while attending a swim school which caters to all ages and abilities in one place. “The Swim School had been running for fifteen years prior to our ownership. We aim to build on, and enhance, the outstanding reputation of quality swim lessons, in a small, family-friendly environment. We are fortunate to have highly qualified teachers who love to keep up with how best to teach others to swim. With some places still available, we look forward to welcoming more students in the com ing mont hs ,” C l a i r e concluded. Please see advertisement in this Please see advertisement in this Please see advertisement in this Please see advertisement in this
issue for further details.issue for further details.issue for further details.issue for further details.
Claire, Kate and Richard Washington are the dedicated new owners of Swimsense Swim School in West Melton.
Page Page Page Page 4444 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
• Professional Packing Service
• Local, Na�onal & Interna�onal Moves
• Complete Door to Door Service
• Secure Storage Available
• Full Comprehensive Insurance
Ph: 03 344 6164
ACROSS THE STREET ACROSS THE WORLD
THE BEST MOVES ARE MADE WITH GRACE
Thursday 26th May 12:30pm in the Community Room or 7pm in the Lounge
Rolleston Community Centre
Contact: Kerry Gosset Phone: 03 318 3702 Mobile: 027 536 5139 [email protected]
Usually a happy and bubbly person, well-adjusted and coping, Mary*Mary*Mary*Mary* had sunk into the clutches of depression as she struggled with the heavy workload of study and trying to juggle family life. Mary was doing a Master’s Degree in Fami ly Psycho logy and Counselling at the time, when a friend at her course mentioned that there was an eight week Depression and Anx iety Recovery course just starting. She discussed with her husband Adrian*Adrian*Adrian*Adrian*, an ENT surgeon and Epidemiologist, who suggested that she give the course a try to see if it would help. Mary readily signed up even though she was a week behind by then and lost no time in putting into practise the lifestyle treatments being advocated. “You’ll get out of this, what you put into it”, was the catch phrase repeated every night by course Director Katie Snyder Katie Snyder Katie Snyder Katie Snyder of Darfield. Mary certainly put her all into the programme! She didn’t just apply all the course requirements herself, she took them home to her husband and s ix year o ld daughter announcing to them that they would all be doing the course, along with her, at home. The family never stopped applying daily the right nutrition for the brain, exercise, listening to classical music, addressing their thought patterns and negative thinking and many other things she learned on the course. Mary graduated the ’star’ of the class. One year later her husband Adrian wittily declared
Kerry Gosset and Katie Snyder at Dr Neil Nedley’s ten day Intensive Residential Depression and Anxiety course in the US.
“We have all become annoyingly happy”, as he spoke to the next Depression Recovery participants at their graduation. That particular class had an average 75% reduction in depression overall. (A test marker is taken at the beginning and end to determine levels of depression and anxiety and EQ [a measure of health status]). Dr Neil Nedley Neil Nedley Neil Nedley Neil Nedley MD, author of ‘Depression the Way Out, Proof Positive’ and the ‘Lost Art of Thinking’, is an internal medicine physician in the US. Every second patient of his was asking for medication for depression and so he set himself to study its ‘causes and cures’ to see if there was any
other way he could help them. The result was Dr Neil Nedley’s Mental Health Education Course, Depression and Anxiety Recovery. It has been reviewed in over forty medical journals, piloted in the US and comes to this area through local facilitators, Katie Snyder, Kerry Kerry Kerry Kerry Gosset Gosset Gosset Gosset and AnnaAnnaAnnaAnna and Paul Paul Paul Paul SchooldermanSchooldermanSchooldermanSchoolderman, all of whom are passionate about helping others to a better quality of life. Dr Nedley also runs a ten day I n t e n s i v e R e s i d e n t i a l Depression and Anxiety course at Weimar in the US which Kerry and Katie were privileged to have recently participated in at his invitation. They have seen phenomenal results in just ten days and are all fired up to help people in the local community suffering from this debilitating illness - see: www.nedleyhealthsolutions.com “With Depression being a real factor in our rural community, as farmers struggle to come to terms with less returns and higher costs, as young people try to make sense of life, as the day to day pressures mount in families, this timely programme is one that we are pleased to offer our communities,” Katie said.
See the advertisement in this See the advertisement in this See the advertisement in this See the advertisement in this issue for further details.issue for further details.issue for further details.issue for further details.
*Story used with permission but the names have been changed.
Clark Land Surveyors Ltd REGISTERED SURVEYORS – LAND USE PLANNERS
DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS
Prompt, friendly, innovative and cost efficient solutions for your surveying, mapping, land
development & land use planning requirements
Free initial consultation and budget analysis
Contact: Christchurch 03 339 0401, Fax 03 339 0408 Email: [email protected]
PO Box 8177, Riccarton, Christchurch 8440
Page 5Page 5Page 5Page 5 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
Your property is our priority
92 Rolleston Drive (03) 347 9949
Jackie Derrick Licensed Salesperson REAA 2008
M 027 636 3576 E [email protected]
Susan Davis Licensed Salesperson REAA 2008
M 027 662 2751 E [email protected]
Too many people spend money they haven’t earned to buy things they
don’t need to impress people they don’t like! - Will Rogers
If this is the year you want to buy your home, then you may need to make some simple
adjustments in your day - skip the laKe, make your lunch, bike or walk to work. You will be
very surprised how the liKle things add up to big savings that you can save on a weekly
basis to show the bank that you can save and will be able to tackle a mortgage.
Work out a budget based on owning a home - research the rates you will need to pay, the
insurance you will need to have, and the maintenance you will need to do, and put all that
money aside to test if you really do want to be a home owner. It isn’t easy, but then
nothing worthwhile ever is.
With the current low interest rates, there has never been a beKer �me to make the jump,
but make sure you jump with your eyes wide open. Work your mortgage repayments out
on a higher interest rate and you will be surprised how much you will save over the
mortgage in interest and �me, by paying the difference of the higher rate and the actual
rate, on a monthly basis. And if you are wan�ng to re-fix at a low rate, having just come
off a higher rate, keep the
repayments the same because
the difference will be beKer
coming off your mortgage
than into a black hole!
Talk to your mortgage adviser
about how you can make this
‘Your Year’.
Ginny Nelson
Providing you with quality advice for Mortgages
Refinancing & Re-fixing Loans, Mortgage Protection,
Life/Trauma, Income Protection & Health Insurance
Phone: 03 3477 205
Mobile: 0275 391 006
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.gmi.net.nz Disclosure Document Available on Request
Bellyful is a nationwide organisation, founded in A u c k l a n d i n 2 0 0 9 and established out of the desire to see families being supported by fellow community members. Nobody needs to go through stressful times alone and Be l ly fu l vo lunteers understand that having a new baby, or a sick family member, can make life really tough. Having a Bellyful volunteer pop around with a couple of cooked meals is a gesture that can go a long way towards alleviating some of the daily parental stress. As an organisation, Bellyful continue to feed local families based on the appreciation and understanding of the following points:
• It’s more than okay to ask for and accept help - in fact it’s really brave.
• It’s important to acknowledge that parenting a new-born can be really hard.
• Well supported families are less likely to struggle during times of stress.
• New parents don’t need another source of advice.
• A community needs to look after each other.
• Food brings people together.
Bellyful’s main criteria is simply that the families which they provide practical support to, do not have others available to cook and deliver free meals. The family must also fall into one of these categories:
• Have a new baby (generally under three months old - but this is not set in stone).
• Have a young family and someone in that family unit has a serious or terminal illness.
There is no catch, or payment involved. Bellyful volunteers cook together about once a month at a ‘cookathon’ and deliver the home-made meals directly to qualifying families. With the increase of the Selwyn population over the last four years, Bellyful made the decision to open a Selwyn branch to take some pressure off the extremely busy Christchurch branch. There are Bellyful volunteers all over the district, in West Melton, Rolleston, Lincoln, Irwell, Leeston and Southbridge. The
Selwyn volunteers have also been busy for the past few months fundraising to be a fully established branch. This has been a hugely successful effort on their part due to the generosity of the local community.
Search for Bellyful on Search for Bellyful on Search for Bellyful on Search for Bellyful on Facebook for further details; Facebook for further details; Facebook for further details; Facebook for further details; to refer yourself or a friend, to refer yourself or a friend, to refer yourself or a friend, to refer yourself or a friend,
to donate or volunteer. to donate or volunteer. to donate or volunteer. to donate or volunteer. Regardless of household Regardless of household Regardless of household Regardless of household
income, Bellyful may be able income, Bellyful may be able income, Bellyful may be able income, Bellyful may be able to assist you (or someone to assist you (or someone to assist you (or someone to assist you (or someone
you know). you know). you know). you know).
Lasagne is just one of the delicious meals that Bellyful
volunteers cook up for Selwyn families.
We hope everyone is managing to get out and enjoy the fabulous sunshine that we are continuing to have, especially over the school holiday period. We have certainly been spoilt with the weather and it’s been fantastic to be able to bring property to the market over this time. A friendly reminder that “Mother’s Day” is right around the corner and to help celebrate we have another one of our awesome baskets up for grabs! All you need to do to be in to win, is to go to and “like” “Jackie and Susan’s Facebook Property page at “M-A Real Estate Ltd - Jackie and Susan’s Property Page”. Here you will also see some of our latest listings and what we have recently sold. Our Mother’s Day basket is packed full of goodies and we will be drawing the lucky winner’s name on Friday, May 6th. Over the past month our vendors have continued to experience some fantastic sales across the board and in general, the current Rolleston property market continues to show strength and stability. We are seeing increased demand and interest from out of town buyers looking for properties in all price ranges - who see Rolleston as a desirable place to invest and live. In regards to the current Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) statistics, the median days to sell on the market in Rolleston during the month of March 2016 was seventeen days and the median dwelling sale price was $548,750. As always, if you would like friendly trusted advice in selling your property, or would like to chat about the current market, please feel free to pop into our office anytime. We are located near the Thai Terrace and Domino’s Pizza. We have display windows featuring our current properties for sale and look forward to hearing from you anytime. *Information is sourced from REINZ*
■ Civil Works Specialists ■ Landscaping, Irrigation ■ Post driving, Fencing ■ Driveways, Diggers, Tip Trucks
& Bobcat ■ Cultivation, Fertiliser Spreading ■ Tree Trimming & Shelter Belt
Clean-up Service ■ Suppliers of screened soil &
shingle
Family owned and operated, free advice and quotes all part of the friendly service.
Phone 03 347 8555 www.mcl.kiwi.nz
Enhancing Selwyn Enhancing Selwyn Enhancing Selwyn Enhancing Selwyn District for over 25 yearsDistrict for over 25 yearsDistrict for over 25 yearsDistrict for over 25 years
Page Page Page Page 6666 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
Canterbury charitable trust Community Energy Action (CEA) have been nominated as a finalist in this year’s prestigious 14th EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority) awards, in the community category. The two yearly awards recognise organisations that go beyond the call of duty in the field of energy efficiency, celebrating energy excellence with some of New Zealand's most innovative businesses. In 2015 CEA assisted over 7,500 people with advice, grants and practical help towards more energy efficient homes. “CEA has worked on improving energy efficiency in Canterbury homes for the last 22 years,” said Caroline Shone, Caroline Shone, Caroline Shone, Caroline Shone, Chief Executive of CEA. “The last two years have seen the Trust diversify in the way it works, adapting to the changing needs of the community. This has resulted in a much more effective way to help make homes more energy efficient, warmer and drier with healthier occupants.” Collaboration with like-minded and community orientated organ isat ions has been beneficial for all involved and especially for Canterbury people living in cold homes. Norman Osborne Norman Osborne Norman Osborne Norman Osborne from Rolleston is just one of the people that CEA have been able to assist with improving their lifestyle.
“One of the local papers had an article about CEA and cold houses and people not taking advantage of the insulation subsidies,” said Norman. “So I rang up to find out whether I would qualify,” he explained. As he was over 65 and also met some other criteria, Norman was pleased to find that he qualified for free insulation. After CEA’s assessment, they organised to top up the old ceiling insulation and replace the old foil under the floor with polyester insulation. “I was a builder and with lots of the houses built in the 60’s and 70’s, the insulation is not very good. It doesn’t do its job. Definitely get the insulation. Do not hesitate - it’s well worth it! I recommend it to anyone,” Norman enthused about the
initiative. Mike Underhill, Mike Underhill, Mike Underhill, Mike Underhill, EECA’s Chief Executive, commented that this year’s f inal is ts are a l l trailblazers in their efforts to find innovative solutions that tackle energy use head on. “All our finalists are leading by example and their inspiring stories will influence a wider commitment to energy efficiency across New Zealand society.” CEA also operates a Curtain Bank that recycles donated c u r t a i n s a n d a f r e e , independent Energy Advice Service. Its insulation service installs insulation for all incomes w i t h s u r p l u s e s f r o m unsubsidised services going towards its community projects. For more information, Google search CEA.
Norman Osbourne impressed and appreciative of the assistance to keep his home warmer and drier.
Nominations are now open for the Sensational Selwyn Awards 2016. The awards, organised by Selwyn District Council, are held every two years. They recognise and honour outstanding Selwyn individuals, community groups and businesses, for their i n sp i r a t i on a l wo rk and achievements. Nominations can be made in nine categories: Agri-business; Arts and Culture; Community Services; Environmental; Large Business; Small Business; Sport; Tourism; Young Achiever. In 2014, 61 nominations were received for the Sensational Selwyn Awards. The award
winners that year were: South Island Agricultural Field Days, Adrienne Begg, Adrienne Begg, Adrienne Begg, Adrienne Begg, Quickenberry Guesthouse, Eliza Grigg, Josh Eliza Grigg, Josh Eliza Grigg, Josh Eliza Grigg, Josh BashfordBashfordBashfordBashford, Southern Woods Tree Nursery, Fonterra Darfield, Rosa Rosa Rosa Rosa FlanaganFlanaganFlanaganFlanagan and Phil Garrett Phil Garrett Phil Garrett Phil Garrett and family. At the 2014 awards over 300 people attended the awards dinner. The 2016 Awards will be presented in Lincoln in July. “This is an opportunity for people to think about who they would like to see recognised through the awards,” said Selwyn Mayor Kelvin CoeKelvin CoeKelvin CoeKelvin Coe. “We have fantastic talents in Selwyn and these awards are presented to indiv iduals, organisations and businesses in
Selwyn to honour and celebrate o u t s t a n d i n g w o r k , o r inspirational achievements. With nine categories there is an opportunity for everyone to be involved in celebrating success in Selwyn,” he said. The awards are open to individuals and organisations who live, or are based, in Selwyn district and meet the criteria for entry listed on nominations forms. 2014 award winners are not eligible to enter the same category in 2016. Award nominees must give permission to be entered on the entry form. Nominations close on June 17th and forms are available online at www.selwyn.govt.nz/awards.
WASPS !! Yuck, even for a professional these guys can make the
hair stand up on the back of your neck.
There are several na�ve wasps in New Zealand which
cause very liKle problem. Our concern is the German
wasp and the common wasp, both of which look very
similar. The worst is the German wasp, which was
accidentally introduced in the 1940’s. Their nests are
usually about the size of a soccer ball, but the biggest
recorded in New Zealand was 3.7 metres high by 1.75
metres across; this was in the Auckland area. They have
no predators in our country so have become prolific.
These wasps are destroying na�ve birds and insects in
the beech forests by drinking the honey dew (found on
beech trees) that our na�ve species rely on for survival.
In New Zealand’s na�ve beech forests, it’s not unusual
for there to be 10,000 wasps opera�ng per square
hectare.
The worker wasps’ job is to take food back to the nest
to feed the grubs and the queen. This can be honey
dew, insects they kill, meat from road kill, and also fruit
and fish. That is where we humans clash - fruit trees in
our back yards, rubbish bins and food. We all know
what happens when we are trying to gut and fillet fish
on holiday. Wasps travel about 200 metres from their
nest, and once they find a food source a great number
can turn up to collect it, and return it to this nest.
Wasps Nests need to be treated correctly for a good
kill. If you are not confident to do this, call a
professional, and avoid being stung!
Brian & Rose Walker
0800 667 778 www.spiderban.com ‘Owned and operated
in Darfield since 2008’
We only use NZ
made products that
are proven to work!
We do NOT Tele-market!
� Design – Installation – Servicing
� Toro Irrigation Systems
� Lawns - Gardens
� Lifestyle Blocks - K-Line Irrigation
� Sports Grounds - Horticulture � Trenching � Free Quotes
Freeman Irrigation Ltd
Phil & Kristie Hudson Free Phone: 0800 22 33 92
Website: www.freemanirrigation.co.nz Email: [email protected]
Tel 03-317-9497 • Mob 027 355 0451 www.greendalebutchery.co.nz
Homekill Processing Service
Top quality, honest, reliable service - phone now to make a booking
Page 7Page 7Page 7Page 7 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
Things are going really well at the Shed lately, as the new eng ineer ing bu i ld i ng is complete, with exception of the floor. The Woodworking shed is going well and there’s just a bit to do to the meeting room. The landscaping is now a l l completed and the group’s storage container is currently being fitted out with shelving to make storing easier. “We have had several new members join in the last weeks,” commented Neil BennettNeil BennettNeil BennettNeil Bennett, spokesperson for the group, “but we’re still open to new members. If you are interested pop down for a cup of coffee
The impressive and almost completed Men’s Shed facility at Rolleston
and a chat on Wednesday or Saturday mornings 9am until 12 noon. We would be pleased
to see you and show you around,” he added.
Rolleston (R) & Milton Road Crash Rescue Teams Back row L-R: Trevor Wheelnut (Rolleston Team Mascot), Michael Eaton, Simon Newman (Rolleston
Tools), Nigel Lloyd, Matt Jones, Rob Henderson (Rolleston Team Medic), Ben Bishop (Rolleston Tools), Aaron Stephen, Marty Tier (Rolleston Tools)
Front row L-R: Nathan Tapp, Hayden Crabb, John Trounson (Rolleston Team Leader), Hannah Simpson (Rolleston Second Medic).
Rolleston achieved an impressive: 1st Team Leader 2nd Team Medic 1st Technical (which is based on the skill of the guys on tools, how they approach the extrication and deal with any problems). Rolleston RCR’s fantastic results saw them place first overall in the competition, with Geraldine and Rangiora taking second and third places respectively. The Otago/Southland regionals were also held concurrently within the competition and the host team, Milton, won this. There has been a Rolleston RCR team since 2009. However, there has been a roll over of
team members with John John John John TrounsonTrounsonTrounsonTrounson (Team Leader) and Marty TierMarty TierMarty TierMarty Tier (Tools) being the only two members remaining from the original team. The Rolleston team have certainly built a reputation as a force to be reckoned with. Between 2009-2016 the RRCT have won the Regional Championships, South Island Champs (twice) and also National Championships. They have also represented New Zealand at the Australasian RCR Championships four times (three New Zealand teams are sent each year). Competitions are an invaluable experience to the teams; the skills that they learn and
develop are taken back to the local Brigades and passed on to other members, as well as used at actual rescue situations on the area’s local roads. “The Rolleston RCR team would like to thank their families for the support that they give the team, as not only do we all have full time jobs and turn out to fire calls, but also invest a lot of hours into training for these events,” said team leader John. The Rolleston Volunteer Fire Brigade rely on donations of unwanted cars to practice their rescue training and build on new skill sets. Anyone with a vehicle they can donate should call John on: 021 224 0771.
Page Page Page Page 8888 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
West Melton Duathlon stars! Above (L-R): Molly L., Daisy M. and Isla Mc.
Below: Jed Mc.
West Melton school (WMS) sent a small team of students recently to the Lincoln Zone Duathlon. The Duathlon was held at Motukarara Raceway on April 11th and saw over twenty primary schools competing for placings at the event. The students were required to run, bike and then run again - the distances were dependent on age group. For many WMS students, this was their first time participating in an event such as this and they embraced the challenge. “It was great to see them encourage each o t h e r , s h o w i n g g r e a t sportsmanship and resilience! Our team also provided a lot of extra marshalls, helping with putting bikes away and cone collection at the end. An amazing effort,” commented a delighted WMS spokesperson, Rita SpadoniRita SpadoniRita SpadoniRita Spadoni. Isla Mc. (pictured above right) came an impressive second in the ten year old girls category (run 2km, bike 6km, run1km) Jed Mc. (pictured right) came third in the eleven year old boy category (run 2km, bike 6km, run 1km).
There were bouncy castles to suit every age at Rolleston Community Centre at the recent Fun Day.
Rolleston town was buzzing with the sound of
excited children on Sunday, April 17th. Bouncy castle
fun day is an event which is hosted by Around-A-
Bounce bouncy castle hire Ltd at Rolleston
Community Centre. This was an excellent way for the
younger popula�on of Rolleston to kick-start the
school holidays.
“This event has doubled in size from the first event
that we held in 2015 which had 500 people aKend.
This year we had over 1,000 aKendees and we plan
to make it even bigger next �me around in July!”
declared owner/operator, Mark Jackson excitedly.
The event was established to enable children to have
the maximum amount of fun at an affordable price
for caregivers. It’s something that Mark and the
team at Around-A-Bounce give back to the
community in thanks for their support during the
summer months.
The event is also a profitable plaUorm for local
fundraising groups with Rolleston Playcentre co-
ordina�ng the bake sale this year.
“We would like to thank all the local groups and
business and everyone that came along to make the
Bouncy Castle Fun Day the great event it is today,”
Mark concluded.
Lolytwist was kept busy and enthralled the crowds with her amazing balloon creations.
Springfield based artist, Vicky Vicky Vicky Vicky PeacockPeacockPeacockPeacock is well-known locally and nat iona l ly for her magnificent art works. However, it is not only her talent as an artist that has made her so popular throughout New Zea land ; but a lso her contagious enthusiasm for promoting and teaching art. Recently Vicky has been involved in designing and painting several murals for local schools. One of which, is Broad f i e ld Schoo l near Rolleston. The mural allows children to be a part of the process of translating their school’s values into a coherent work of art. As well as being an artist, Vicky is a qualified primary school teacher who thrives on using these strengths to encourage and promote art in the local community. A true believer that educat ion and c reat ive expression are crucial elements in child development, Vicky has recently begun offering art lessons. She has her work cut
Talented Springfield artist, Vicky Peacock.
Pupils painting a school mural to represent the Broadfield School values.
out, as she also tutors children’s gymnastics, teaches at a Darfield pre-school, creates commission works and has two busy daughters under the age of six! She is passionate about art and music and is planning to start facilitating keyboard lessons later this year (another of her many talents!). Her ultimate dream is to be able to one day open a music and art centre in Selwyn, for all ages and genres.
Search for Vicky Peacock NZ Search for Vicky Peacock NZ Search for Vicky Peacock NZ Search for Vicky Peacock NZ artist on Facebook for further artist on Facebook for further artist on Facebook for further artist on Facebook for further
information.information.information.information.
Page 9Page 9Page 9Page 9 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
Over half the homes and businesses in Rolleston are now connected and benefitting from fibre broadband - a remarkable uptake rate that sees the town leading the country. On April 26th, local fibre
provider Enable invited the people of Rolleston to join the company, Communications Minister Amy AdamsAmy AdamsAmy AdamsAmy Adams, Selwyn District Mayor Kelvin Coe Kelvin Coe Kelvin Coe Kelvin Coe and some of the BNZ Crusaders (as part of Enable’s Take a Kid to
Fo o t y s po n s o r s h ip ) i n celebrating how quickly the community has embraced fibre broadband. New Zealand’s national ultra-fast broadband (UFB) uptake rate is currently a little over twenty percent with some towns approaching thirty percent. Rolleston is at 52 percent. “Although UFB is the standard in new subdivisions, the rate of penetration in the township’s older suburbs is just as high,” commented Selwyn MP Amy Adams “Nationally uptake is very good and Rolleston is two and half times ahead of it. Half of the town is on fibre broadband in just two and a half years since we launched,” said Enable CEO, Steve FullerSteve FullerSteve FullerSteve Fuller.
Crusaders Sione Fifita (left) and Robbie Fruean (right) visited Clearview School and are pictured above spending some quality
time with Clearview student, Roman Keno (10). Roman, a keen rugby player himself, was overjoyed to meet the
Crusaders rugby stars. Even Roman’s concern about being caught “borrowing” his brother’s basketball top for black and
red day did not quell his excitement!
Enable has celebrated Rolleston’s tremendous fibre broadband uptake by putting on a fun afternoon with the BNZ Crusaders at
Clearview Primary School! Liam Dunn, Daniel Lammers, Brenna Davis, Maddie Reuben
Emma Jackson, Lewis McCallum, Jacob Barrett, Jacob Guest, Nick Rush, Josh Yelavich Rae Gathergood, Chloe Green, Emma Gibbens,
Alex Buckle, Aamir Khan, Brianna Labudde, Thomas Fitzgibbon were keen to be photographed with Crusaders Robbie Fruean
and Sione Fifita.
“This is a globally significant rate of adoption of a new technology by the Rolleston community.” The almost 3,000 local connections include 1,000 new homes in new suburbs, 100 local businesses and the three primary schools. “F ib re i s t rans fo rm ing communities and changing lives. Fibre broadband removes the tyranny of distance, allowing local businesses to connect with their customers, and potential customers, wherever they are – through tools such as high-definition video. The opportunity to work locally for leading companies that wouldn’t have set up in Rolleston without good connectivity is a reality. “The three local schools are
accessing the wealth of online education tools available to support modern learning, and families can make the most of the new proliferation of online entertainment,” Steve added. “It’s exciting to see Rolleston at the forefront of fibre broadband uptake,” Mayor Coe said. “Access to fast, reliable communication is a huge advan tage for schoo l s , businesses and households alike.” “The UFB build is now complete in sixteen towns and cities. The first stage of the initiative will enable at least 75 per cent of New Zealanders to access fibre to the premise by 2019, with a second phase expanding reach by at least a further five percent,” Amy concluded.
DRIVEWAYS
LIFESTYLELIFESTYLELIFESTYLELIFESTYLE, farm tracks, yards
and dairy lanes our speciality.
Screened rotten-rock, it’s local
and lasts better. Springfield
Quarry phone 318 4132.
CELEBRANT
FENCING
SUMMERFIELDSUMMERFIELDSUMMERFIELDSUMMERFIELD Fencing - in your area now. Lifestyle. Farm. Sheep. Cattle. Horse. All types of animals. Fences. Yards. sheds. Arenas. Shelters. Runs. 27 years contract fencing. John is available to help with design and planning. Phone Carol and John Summerfield 03 312 4747.
AUTOMOTIVE
• WOF while you wait • Full mechanical
repairs and servicing on all makes and models of vehicles
• 5 mechanics on site.
Putting the service into automotive servicing.
Jones Road Auto 851 Jones Rd, Rolleston
Phone 347 4020
WEDD INGSWEDD INGSWEDD INGSWEDD INGS , C i v i l U n io n
Ceremonies, Renewal of
Vows, Naming Ceremonies,
Funerals & Unveilings. Jenni
Gibson phone/fax: 324 8332
M o b i l e : 0 2 1 7 2 3 0 8 9
www.celebrantservices.net.nz
MIGHTY MIGHTY MIGHTY MIGHTY Mix Natural Dog Food. Natura l & who lesome. Premium nutrition. Cost effective, NZ Made. No artificial colours or preservatives. Frozen concentrate & biscuits. Now available from your local agent. Sue Neale 347 6702 o r 0 2 1 2 0 7 0 4 2 1 , [email protected]
DOGS
We are a freestyle Martial Art,
teaching in a fun & relaxed atmosphere Come along and have a look. Gain confidence, co-ordination, fitness
and self-defence. We cater for all age groups and fitness levels.
Templeton Community Centre • Mondays & Fridays
TIGERS: 3-7yrs 3.30-4.05pm PANTHERS: 7-12yrs 4.10-4.55pm
XTREME: 12+yrs 5.00-5.50pm FREESTYLE: Adults 5.55-6.55pm
For any enquiries ph Jacque or Allister 03 349 4946.
www.selfdefence.co.nz
PROACTIVE MARTIAL
ARTS TEMPLETON
OFFERS TWO FREE LESSONS
Anxiety & Depression
Mental Skills Coach Experienced, qualified,
professional.
Adults & Children Anna Dalzell
Phone 0800 2CHANGE
COUNSELLING
FIREWOOD & COAL
RK Firewood Supplying dry firewood
for this winter Available now - Old Man Pine (dry)
Bluegum, Macrocarpa
& Oregon (all dry)
Try the Hot Mix.
All top quality, clean wood.
EDpos available.
Rini Contrac�ng 027 451 7300.
PUBLIC NOTICES
Page Page Page Page 10101010 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
PUBLIC NOTICES
Kung Fu Chan's
Mar�al Arts For all Ages
5:30 - 7:00pm Sessions
Weedons School
Call John Avei
021 1151 929
Kirwee Community Hall Choose from hundreds of toys
for only $50 per year!
Enquiries email: [email protected]
Kirwee Plunket Toy Library
Check us out on
May Dates: Sat 14th & 28th
New Members Welcome!!! No charge for toy-hire. Half-year and casual subs available. Lots of quality
toys to choose from - dress-ups, puzzles, ride-on toys, outdoor toys.
Come say hello!
FOR SALE
LUCERNE LUCERNE LUCERNE LUCERNE Chaff. $22 for a 25kg bag. Pick up West Melton. Cut to order. Contact Stephen Boyd 027 481 5045.
QUALITY QUALITY QUALITY QUALITY Lucerne Chaff. $30 for a 25kg bag. Pick up West Melton. Cut to order. Contact Stephen Boyd 027 481 5045.
WOOD WOOD WOOD WOOD shavings - untreated, clean shavings suitable for horse stables, calving sheds, chicken houses and rabbit hu t c hes . Ava i l ab le i n 70L bags, 1m3 bales (compressed) and bulk delivery. Phone 03 347 7352 for more details.
FOR HIRE
EQUINEEQUINEEQUINEEQUINE horse aqua walker for
hire. Rehabilitation or general
fitness the horses seem to
love it. For more information
contact Stephen Boyd
027 481 5045, West Melton.
Three lucky winners scored free tickets this week for an event touted as the best rugby league competition in the world! The Malvern and Rolleston News had two double passes and a family pass up for grabs via a competition which closed on April 12th. Out of the many entries that provided the correct answer, (which was one team outside of Australia in the NRL) the following winners were drawn:
• Mitchell Longdin - Malvern - winner of a double pass • John Fisher - Rolleston - winner of a family pass • Sam Forward - Rolleston - winner of a double pass
Congratulations to all of our winners, enjoy the game.Congratulations to all of our winners, enjoy the game.Congratulations to all of our winners, enjoy the game.Congratulations to all of our winners, enjoy the game.
Mitchell Longdin.
Round one of the 2016 SNC Netball competition at Lincoln is well under way with most teams having played two games and the Premier 1 and 2 grades having played three. There have been some close fought games with some narrow losses and some great wins. In the opening games, the Club’s 21 competitive teams (in the year 5/6 competition the scores are not recorded) seven had wins, one had a draw, one had a bye and twelve had good close games but losses, in their first hit out for the season. Of note is the Premier 1 Rolleston Senior A
team whose first two games of the season resulted in twelve and fifteen goal winning margins. The Rolleston Primary A team also won their first game with a 21 goal margin! “We are looking forward to some more close games for the rest of round one, and good luck to all our teams and officials,” said Mary WieringMary WieringMary WieringMary Wiering, Secretary of the Rolleston Netball Club. “Thanks again to our Club sponsors and the community for the ongoing support. As always please see o u r w e b s i t e h t t p : / /sporty.co.nz/rollynetball for more Club info,” Mary finished.
PUBLIC NOTICES
PUBLIC NOTICES
PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICES
MURRAY
HATCHARD
• Washing Machine Repairs
• Hire Machines • Reconditioned
Machines
67 Burnham Rd, Burnham Phone 03 347 6768 Mobile 027 432 8651
SHELLEY’SSHELLEY’SSHELLEY’SSHELLEY’S Glass and Glazing. Got a broken glass window? Insurance work, Pet doors, Mirrors, Retro Refits, Single/Double glazing, Splashbacks, Fire Glass. 32 years in the glass industry. Operates in Oxford, Cust, Darf ie ld, Rolleston, West Melton & Surrounding Areas. Call your local Glazier - Mark on 03 312 3253 or 0272 426 368.
WINDOW REPAIRS
● Residen�al
● Commercial
● Heat Pump
027 357 9401 [email protected]
Kurt Benseman - Registered Electrician
TRADES
www.powercabledirect.co.nz
TRADES SITUATIONS VACANT
ROOF ROOF ROOF ROOF & house maintenance. A l l a s p e c t s c o v e r e d including spouting, mortar, tiles, re-roofing, roof painting, moss, mould & silicone sealing. General repairs. Please phone 03 347 6702.
ROOF MAINTENANCE
• MirrorsMirrorsMirrorsMirrors • CatdoorsCatdoorsCatdoorsCatdoors • Splash BacksSplash BacksSplash BacksSplash Backs • Retro Fit Retro Fit Retro Fit Retro Fit
Double GlazingDouble GlazingDouble GlazingDouble Glazing • Insurance Insurance Insurance Insurance
RepairsRepairsRepairsRepairs
Ph 03 318 4128Ph 03 318 4128Ph 03 318 4128Ph 03 318 4128 www.malvernglass.co.nzwww.malvernglass.co.nzwww.malvernglass.co.nzwww.malvernglass.co.nz
Ring us for all your
plumbing needs
� Bathroom and kitchen
renova�ons (we can organise
all aspects of your renova�on
including builders &
electricians)
� Maintenance and servicing
� Blocked drains
� Fully stocked vehicles
� Fast, friendly, reliable service
Laser Plumbing Christchurch West 03 348 6920
So try us first!
WE ARE NOW BASED
IN ROLLESTON!!
NO TRAVEL CHARGES
IN THE GREATER
ROLLESTON AREA.
HANDYMAN HANDYMAN HANDYMAN HANDYMAN - Mike the Handyman serving all handyman, lawnmowing and general work, Selwyn area. Phone 0800 287 828 or 03 347 7437.
UPHOLSTERER UPHOLSTERER UPHOLSTERER UPHOLSTERER ---- Recover l ounge su i t es , d in i ng chairs, squabs etc. Free quotes. Based in Weedons. Please phone 03 980 4979.
Page 11Page 11Page 11Page 11 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
TRADES TRADES TRADES
TRADES
SITUATIONS VACANT SITUATIONS VACANT
Locally Based in RollestonLocally Based in RollestonLocally Based in RollestonLocally Based in Rolleston
WINDOW REPAIRS
Next edi�on will be
distributed
Wednesday
1st June 2016
Need some help with:
Ph Simon 027 430 1211 / 03 317 8091 [email protected]
Get me to do your ‘dishes’Get me to do your ‘dishes’Get me to do your ‘dishes’Get me to do your ‘dishes’
• Aerials/Dishes
• TV/DVR Set-up
• Wall Mounting
• Freeview/Decoders
• Cabling
• Phone Jacks
• Multi-room Systems
• Hook-ups
• Pre-wire (All Types)
• All Installations of TV,
Freeview, Home
Theatre, Hi Fi
Ph 0800 765 758 Mob 0274 339 104 A/H 347 9282
81 Main South Road, Rolleston
♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Alterations/Upgrades
♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Maintenance & General
♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Town & Country
Mobile: 021 22 77 275
Ph: 379 6644
Fax: 379 6645
11 Allingham Lane
Rolleston
● Garden Ligh�ng
● House Re-Wire
● Telephone Extensions
● Kitchen Re-Fit
● New Builds/Extensions
● Spa Pool Installa�on
● Shop Fi�ng
● Office Re-fits
● Mitsubishi Heat Pumps
● Electrical Safety Cer�ficate
For all your Plumbing Requirements in the
Christchurch and Selwyn District areas.
New Housing * Spouting * Roof Repairs New Housing * Spouting * Roof Repairs New Housing * Spouting * Roof Repairs New Housing * Spouting * Roof Repairs * House Alterations * Hot Water Cylinders * House Alterations * Hot Water Cylinders * House Alterations * Hot Water Cylinders * House Alterations * Hot Water Cylinders
* Installing Solar Hot Water * Installing Solar Hot Water * Installing Solar Hot Water * Installing Solar Hot Water
STEVE TE HAARA PHONE: 347 3006 FAX: 347 3008 MOBILE: 027 243 6974 EMAIL: [email protected]
LOGFIRE INSTALLATIONS
Showerdomes
Tiling
Adrian’s Building Services (03) 324-3125 Locally based, NZ Home Hea�ng Installer 10+ years
Page Page Page Page 12121212 Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016Wednesday 4th May 2016
Woman: Do you drink beer?
Man: Yes
Woman: How many beers a day?
Man: Usually about 3
Woman: How much do you pay per
beer?
Man: $5.00
Woman: And how long have you been
drinking?
Man: About 20 years, I suppose
Woman: So a beer costs $5.00 and you
have 3 beers a day which puts your
spending each month at $450.00. In
one year, it would be approximately
$5400.00 correct?
Man: Correct
Cri�cal Thinking At Its Best!
Woman: If in 1 year you spend
$5400.00, not accoun�ng for
infla�on, the past 20 years puts your
spending at $108,000.00 correct?
Man: Correct
Woman: Do you know that if you
didn't drink so much beer, that
money could have been put in a step
-up interest savings account and
aDer accoun�ng for compound
interest for the past 20 years, you
could have now bought a Ferrari?
Man: Do you drink beer?
Woman: No.
Man: Where's your Ferrari?