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BY BRIDGET RUTHERFORD
Intense policing in an area of Ric-carton appears to have cut back the amount of graffiti.
A recent graffiti survey con-ducted to show where taggers are operating in the city showed the number of tags in a small area known as Riccarton west has steadily dropped over the past five years.
It recorded just 11 in 2015, compared to 271 five years ago.
Riccarton Community Watch members took part in the survey, recording where the graffiti was.
Community watch co-ordi-nator Geoff Parfitt said he was chuffed with the results of the scan.
He said a big factor behind the decrease in graffiti was down to the work done by the Riccarton Neighbourhood Policing Team.
The people living in the area
have also started taking own-ership of it, and that had also helped, he said.
He had seen a huge difference over the years compared to when he started in the watch.
“I think in that area I would have painted out 100-150 tags when I first started, over a year.
“I think it’s fantastic.”The data was gathered as part
of the Annual Graffiti Scan which took place in February.
It was the fifth city council An-nual Graffiti Scan completed, and is done yearly as a snapshot of the graffiti and to track trends within the city. The aim was to record where graffiti is so the city coun-cil could have it cleaned off, and to have a record of where taggers are operating.
This year was the first time community watch patrols have been involved.
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FACT BOXTotal graffiti in Halswell and part of
Riccarton (west) surveyed for the past five years.
Halswell: 2011: 14, 2012: 105, 2013: 56, 2014: 20, 2015: 20
Riccarton (west): 2011: 271, 2012: 222, 2013: 120, 2014: 58, 2015: 11
Police get on top of graffiti•From page 1
Over the week beginning on February 23, teams from the community watch pa-trols drove around selected suburbs and counted all the tags they could see from the road.
Mr Parfitt said the watch
would be happy to take part in the survey again next year, and it was part of what they already did.
“That’s part of keeping our neighbourhood safe, if it’s clean it’s safer.”
Other watches involved were Hornby Community
Watch, Burwood-Pegasus Community Watch, City to Sumner Community Watch and Crime Watch based in Papanui.
This year Spreydon was included as a new suburb and will be included as part of the annual scan from now on.
BY BRIDGET RUTHERFORD
Plans to build a youth facility in a new Halswell subdivision has thrilled residents.
Meadowlands subdivision will provide 320 new homes on 19ha of land off Hendersons Rd.
Danne Mora Holdings Ltd and the Wayne Francis Charita-ble Trust are behind the subdi-vision, which is aimed at youth buying their first homes.
The Halswell Residents Asso-ciation has been battling to have a youth facility built in the Hals-well township since 2007, and is currently working with the city council and community board to look for a suitable location.
The association had concerns that with the residential devel-
opment in Halswell, there were a lack of youth facilities to sup-port it and was happy to hear something would also go in at Meadowlands.
Residents association secre-tary David Hawke said the asso-ciation originally thought there was no provision for youth fa-cilities in Meadowlands subdi-vision, but had since been in-formed there would be.
He said it was fantastic, and the sort of thing he would like to see in subdivisions across the city.
“What you’re really after is something that will provide a place to go for younger age groups.”
Wayne Francis Charitable Trust trustee Simon Mortlock
said 20 per cent of the homes build will be set aside for first home buyers.
He said there were no set ideas for a youth facility at the moment but he hoped it to be placed in the heritage park.
“It will be a facility able to be used by youth.”
He said there would be a lot of green space, with the park run-ning right through the subdivi-sion.
In the park there was an ex-pectation of having a children’s play area and places for people to meet, he said.
Mr Mortlock said having construction of the subdivision begin by September or October was the expectation, but could not confirm it would be then.
Thumbs up for Halswell youth facility plan
Simon Mortlock
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The Riccarton-Wigram Com-munity Board says traffic projects planned for Hornby to accommo-date a new fast food restaurant are not justifiable.
Last week city council staff held a seminar with the board to show other traffic projects in Hornby that tie in with a plan to remove four plane trees on Main South Rd to accommodate a U-turn facility.
The turning facility would allow customers to turn into the new Carl’s Jr. restaurant which is going in at the former Clocktower site.
Community board chairman Mike Mora said the board is sending a clear message it does not want the trees removed and the possible changes would be inconvenient.
“We don’t think it’s justifiable for another fast food outlet.”
Mr Mora said the seminar was held to brief the board on the pos-sible projects, but expected a full report to come to the board next month.
“It’s a real massive change in that area that we’re really con-cerned about.”
The major change included installing a long median which would run from Carmen and Shands Rds to Chappie Pl.
This would mean there could be no right turning in and out of both Brynley and Tower Sts off and onto Main South Rd.
“They were pretty keen on clos-ing off Brynley and Tower to left out and in,” Mr Mora said.
“We’re not very happy about that.”
He said residents living on Brynley St would have to travel down to Springs Rd and back up Amyes and Shands Rds to get back onto Main South Rd.
“A lot has been taken away from their ability to function.
“It’s just a hell of an inconve-nience.”
The board was asked to approve the plans to cut the trees down last month, and was told it would
tie in with other traffic projects in the area.
So the board refused to approve it until it saw a full report of all the projects.
Mr Mora said the board would be keen to let the plans go out for
public consultation to see what the public thought about it.
“It’s all just to allow traffic into yet another fast food outlet in Hornby.”
Board member Debbie Mora said the area was already con-gested and a number of fast food outlets were already in Hornby, including Wendy’s, McDonalds, KFC and Hell Pizza.
“We want to make the road safe, we don’t want to make it unsafe.”
She said the city council was taking on the board’s concerns and would also do that if it went to public consultation.
No sign of sculpturesPolice are still no closer to finding out who stole two bronze sculptures from Halswell Quarry Park. ‘The Spheres’ were a gift to symbolise the sister city relationship between Adelaide and Christchurch and more than $50,000 of bronze was used to create them. They were reported missing on April 1. A police spokeswoman said investigations were ongoing and police are still keen to hear from anyone who may have any information as to the date of their disappearance or current location.
Bus priority projectThe last public drop-in session to discuss the options for the Riccarton Rd bus priority project will be held at St Teresa’s Church Hall today from 4-7pm. The session will look at the project as a whole. Public submissions can be made at www.ccc.govt.nz/haveyoursay and are open until May 18.
ClarificationLast week the Western News reported that Captain Underpants author Dav Pilkey would be visiting Shirley Boys’ High School on May 22 at 1.30pm for a public event. This was incorrect. It is not a public event and schools need to book in to attend. The public event will be held at Fendalton Open-air School on May 23 at noon, bookings for this are essential and can be made through The Children’s Book Shop on 366 5274 or [email protected]
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Air force lands at Villa Maria A family fun day with football,
food and a police dog handler display will be held at Halswell Domain this weekend.
The event is hosted by Sun-shine Football, a club for those with disabilities wanting to play football, and will take place on Sunday from 11am-3pm.
The New Zealand Defence Force, police and the fire
service personel will be at the event and a series of football games will be played.
Two Unimog trucks, fire engines and patrol cars will be there and a police dog han-dler will do a display with his dog and the games will begin shortly after.
Anyone is welcome and the club would like to hear from any
player with a disability who wants to join in on the football games.
The McDonald’s football pitch will be set up for the younger children to have a game and try it out.
A sausage sizzle will be held and raffle tickets will also be available to buy with all proceeds going to Sunshine Football.
Students from Riccarton High School and Middleton Grange School have entered a national competition to show off their building skills.
They are the only schools from the city to enter in the Build-Ability Challenge which aims to promote building and construction careers to secondary school students.
The challenge, which start-ed last week, will consist of teams of up to five students who are tasked with building, painting and decorating a playhouse to defined specifi-cations.
The playhouses must have a distinctive theme, be safe, fit-for-purpose, and show-case the construction skills of the team.
The challenge runs until Au-gust 14 and their creations will be gifted to a local community group after the challenge.
The winning team will take home $1000 for their school technology department.
Each team will be men-tored by their technology teacher and supported by a Building and Construction Industry Training Organisa-tion Skills Broker and will
blog about their progress over the four months of the challenge.
BCITO chief executive Ruma Karaitiana said the challenge aimed to actively encourage young people to consider a career in the build-ing and construction industry.
“We have a persistent shortage of young people considering education in a whole range of areas within the construction sector. The building and construction in-dustry is still going through a period of rapid growth and demand.”
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The city council starts its hearings into the Long Term Plan today with the Riccarton-Wigram Community Board having its time in front of the councillors.
The Western News takes a look at what is in its submissions
The Riccarton-Wigram Com-munity board acknowledges that its ward is one of the lead-ing growth areas in the city and will remain so for the next two decades.
Additionally, it notes that the intent and framework of both the Land Use Recovery Plan and the Proposed Christchurch Replacement District Plan reflect a clear emphasis on intensification in the post-earthquake environment.
Local Capital ProjectsThe community board supports
and endorses:• Hornby Library and Service
Centre• South West Leisure Centre• Halswell Skate ParkThe board is pleased to note the
funding provision made for the Carrs Reserve Kart Club Reloca-tion in spite of not being until 2021-22 and does request that the shifting of the Kart Club be done earlier than the time frame set out in the plan.
Bradshaw TceThrough this submission, the
board seeks the inclusion of Bradshaw Tce, Riccarton, in the city council’s street renewal pro-gramme. The issue for the board is for the street to be brought up to the same standard as surrounding streets.
Templeton communityResidents have approached the
board about historic flooding is-sues in and around Kirk Rd. The board understands there is no capital budget available in the plan to undertake any remedial flood-ing and drainage improvements and requests that funding for the work be considered for inclusion in the plan.
New kerb and channel and footpaths.
The board requests that funding
be assigned for these improve-ments on part of Dunbars Rd, part of Main South Rd, and part of Halswell Rd.
Canterbury UniversityIn October 2014, the board
received feedback from the Ilam and Upper Riccarton communi-ties regarding operational changes at the university post earthquakes and the effects these changes were making on the nearby residen-tial areas. The board requested a master plan be adopted so the residents could be engaged in the planning. The board was told funding was not available but through this submission it requests that budget provision be made to enable an appropriate plan.
Community facilities rebuildThe board offers its full support
regarding the city council’s com-mitment to replace the Riccarton Community Centre and associ-ated service centre and Volunteer Library in Clarence St.
However, the board is disappoint-ed that the future of the Wharenui Pool and Recreation Centre is linked to the commissioning of the Metropolitan Sports Facility.
If this is the case, the board expresses its opposition to any plans to close the Wharenui pool. In the board’s view it has a meaningful future in the aquatic recreation services it currently provides.
Funding alternativesThe board notes and under-
stands the city council’s intentions in the proposed selling of assets and has some other ideas for the city council to contemplate.
• Goods and services tax on rates – that these taxes be returned to the city council to contribute towards the city’s recovery with the proviso that this be for a de-fined period
• Regional fuel tax – as is ap-plied in Auckland
• International airport departure tax
• Targeted rates – wider applica-tion across the city especially in relation to more isolated commu-nities
• Capital endowment fund – the board questions in the current fi-nancial circumstances whether the structure and purpose of the fund is still relevant to current needs.
Rating levelsThe board expresses a concern
at the impacts of the projected rate increases as set out in the plan, particularly the effects that will occur for those ratepayers on fixed incomes.
It asks the city council to con-tinue doing all it can to limit the extend of future rate rises.
Strengthening communities funding
The board is opposed to the in-tended reduction in strengthening communities discretionary grants funding. It is the board’s view that any reduction in the level of the city council’s grants funding will be detrimental to the general well being of communities and support organisations.
Community boardsThe city’s community boards
fulfil a pivotal role in the city council’s governance framework.
Submissions for Long Term Plan
PURPOSE: The Wharenui pool has a meaningful future of providing recreational services.
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ChristchurchReplacement District Plan
What’s happening?At the Christchurch City Council we are reviewing our District Plan, which has rules about how you can use, develop, and protect your land and buildings.
The rules are there to ensure we sustainably manage our district’s resources, providing for the needs of our community while managing the effects of our activities.
You need to know what is being proposed in the review, so you can understand how it might affect the use of your land or your property rights in the future.
Find out if your property will be affected by what is being considered in stage two of the Proposed Christchurch Replacement District Plan.
You can view the plan online at proposeddistrictplan.ccc.govt.nz and hard copies are available for viewing at Council service centres and libraries.
Make a submissionWe welcome your feedback on the proposed plan – in the form of a submission. Tell us whether you support or oppose the proposed plan; which parts you are referring to and what you would like to see if you don’t agree with our proposals.
Ways to make a submissionOnline – via the submission portal at proposeddistrictplan.ccc.govt.nzOn paper – submission forms are available at all Council service centres and libraries.
Email – you may prefer to type your submission into the body of an email (using the same format as the printed form) and email it to us at [email protected]
Submissions must be received by Monday 15 June, 2015.
Do you have a quest ion about how your pr operty is af fected?Got a question or need help?If you are unsure about anything in the proposed Christchurch Replacement District Plan or are having difficulty using the online plan, you can contact us for help. Phone us on 941 8999 (0800 800 169 for Banks Peninsula callers) or email us at [email protected]
You are invited to attend any of the drop-in sessions:Thursday 14 May 9am to 9pm The Palms shopping centre (outside Countdown), Shirley Monday 18 May 3.30pm to 6.30pm Burnside Primary School Hall, 96 Memorial AvenueTuesday 19 May 10am to 1pm First Floor Foyer, Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street, CityTuesday 19 May 3.30pm to 6.30pm Templeton Golf Club, Pound RoadWednesday 20 May 3.30pm to 6.30pm Duvauchelle Hall, 6039 Christchurch Akaroa RoadThursday 21 May 3.30pm to 6.30pm New Brighton Club, 202 Marine ParadeMonday 25 May 3.30pm to 6.30pm Beckenham Primary School Hall, 71 Sandwich RoadTuesday 26 May 3.30pm to 6.30pm Sumner Bowling Club, 2 Richmond Hill RoadWednesday 27 May 1pm to 4pm First Floor Foyer, Civic Offices, 53 Hereford Street, City Thursday 28 May 3.30pm to 6.30pm Lyttelton Top Club, Dublin Street, LytteltonThe drop-in sessions have a casual format and you are welcome to call in anytime during each session.
Providing sporting opportunities
What is your role in Christchurch sport?
I’m in an office with two others and we run secondary school sport for Canterbury and the West Coast region, including Kaikoura High and Ashburton – partners who can choose to go with us or not. We go across to Mt Hutt and then over to the West Coast who we offer a service to and they are part of our region so they can come over and participate in our events. We also go over there to run events and coach and do sport development so they don’t miss out. We also run the country schools up in Amuri, Oxford and Hurunui.
That is a lot of ground to cover then?
Yeah there are about 56 schools including all those small schools.
Is it difficult covering such a large area?
Not really. For example our weekly netball competition we have, just got entries for that with 166 teams being entered. Much of our role is a co-ordination one rather than covering that wide area.
How long have you been working with School Sport Canterbury?
This is my 11th year. I started in 2004, it’s been a long time.
Have you enjoyed it?Yeah absolutely. I love the job as
I see so much pride in a student representing their school in their school colours, while playing sport and the values behind education and sport. I guess the role has changed a bit for me too. I am not just doing event management things now but also do student officiating and coaching sessions and organising those for the stu-dents. We work with the coaching advisors at Sport Canterbury and have the CoachForce regional organisations which have coaches in those sports which we use in schools. That’s really good to see
as they are our future sports stars.What do you enjoy about it the
most?The variety. I think the variety of
sports and working with the other people including the venues and city council people and facilities and stadium people. I guess we’re all on the same page trying to provide a sporting opportunity
for those kids and also the schools themselves. There is so much choice for students and that is pretty awesome we have anything from archery to surfing.
Do you play sport yourself?I play basketball twice a week.
I play for a Chinese club which plays on a Sunday and I play a supposedly social mixed competi-
tion on a Tuesday but it is never really a social game. I play tennis in the summer as well as touch rugby and I like to mountain bike a bit and go to the gym, a bit of everything really and a bit of golf too. It is nice to be involved in sport after work
Did you play sport growing up?
Yes, I grew up born and bred in Ashburton and always played at school. I guess I grew up in a fam-ily that played a lot of sport. Then I went to university in Dunedin and continued to play there and then I started working but always tried to play something to keep active.
Did you ever play for any representative sides?
No I didn’t. I play for the love of the game and the fun and being in a team and being with friends.
You also play a big part in the New Zealand Chinese Association don’t you?
Yes. That’s right. I’ve been on a few of the tournament organising committees that organise a big sports tournament which happens every four years and can be from 300 to 500 people from all around New Zealand. That’s been going the last 63 years. It goes around Dunedin, Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington and it is a great way of fostering sporting cultural side of things for the Chinese community. This year, Canterbury won the open women’s title at the tournament in Dunedin.
If your child has played sport at high school in Christchurch, chances are it was organised by School Sport Canterbury and assistant regional sports director, Angelina King. Reporter Kyle Knowles chats to the Avonhead resident about what her role involves, travelling the world and lining up at 5am in the morning to get into the Wimbledon tennis championships.
BIG JOB: Angelina King at Pioneer Stadium, where she has helped organise a number of sporting competitions in her role at School Sport Canterbury. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
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for kidsThat must be a good feeling
for you being able to help organise such an event?
Yes it is and I try to use some of my knowledge around the region with the city council and other associations which I can tap into and use and make an event run smoothly.
You said you were from Ashburton? Tell me a bit more about your roots.
Yes, I was born there and attended Ashburton College. My grandparents came here in 1929. They came from Guang-zhou, China and we have been here ever since.
What did you do before joining School Sport Canter-bury?
I worked at the city council in the events and promotions area and then I went overseas on a typical OE for 18 months where I was based in Edin-burgh, Scotland, and worked for the local council over there too. It was a good chance to travel and good to get to a lot of sporting tournaments including Wimbledon and Roland Garros then going to the US Open too.
Wow so you have been to all of the tennis grand slams?
Yes I have been to all of them including Roland Garros twice and I have been to Melbourne for the Australian Open four times. I have also been to the British Open when Tiger Woods played at St Andrews when he was world No 1. I also did a year over in Canada. It
was really good to experience the other side of the world.
What is your favourite sporting event you have been to?
Wimbledon, that’s pretty different and is very traditional. Lining up at 5am to get the first tube to the Wimbledon and then lining up again for tickets at 6am in the morning is spe-cial. The time I went, I missed out on getting a seated ticket by five people but I still got in and it was awesome.
What is something you would like to go to?
I would love to go the Rugby World Cup this year in the United Kingdom, but that’s just a dream. I went to the World Cup when it was in the UK 1999. I went to Murrayfield to watch the All Blacks play Scotland. It is always cool to go to All Blacks games in different countries.
After being so well travelled, you must have a favourite destination?
One would have to be a trip to South Africa. I did a safari two years ago and that was mind-blowing and I would love to go back.
What do you like to do away from work and sport?
I enjoy catching up with friends and family and going to cafes and restaurants, hanging with friends, a bit of cooking; photography and travelling and experiencing different cultures and countries.
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BY KYLE KNOWLES
Villa Maria have qualified for Su-perNet, Christchurch’s top high school netball competition, start-ing on Wednesday.
Coach Emma Southen said they have a team first approach and they make sure the team is first in every-thing they do.
She said it was good to get through qualifying and into the premier grade as well as being good practice for the side who have been able to build connections through the court.
They have five girls returning from last year’s squad and captain Maddie Gill is one to watch.
“She has been in the team for three years now and she is providing great leadership on and off the court.”
Southen said year 12 player Geor-gia Freeman is an up-and-coming star of the game and will be a key player for them in the middle of the court.
Former Canterbury Tactix coach Helen Mahon-Stroud is helping out the team as a specialist coach and Southen said it was great to have someone with her experience on board.
First up for Villa Maria on Wednesday is on one of the top three seeded sides, Cashmere High.
St Andrew’s have had a disrupted start to their netball season but are looking to emulate the success of 2014.
Coach Kirsty Carline said getting all the girls together with the cross-
over of summer sport to start prepa-rations has proved difficult.
“With summer sports that have gone on (into autumn) we’ve only just really started now into our preparation but we are really excited about the season and have a young team with lots of new players and skill.”
They finished second to St Marga-ret’s in last year’s SuperNet competi-tion and are looking to stay in the top two this year.
Carline said they have four players back from last year’s squad and the majority of the side are year 11s and 12s but are all very promising with a lot of skill.
“We’ve got two captains, goal de-fence, Holly Carr and centre Roma-na Bell. They’re both year 13 players that will give the team a lot of matu-rity and leadership. Carr is head girl of the school too with lots of leader-ship skills.
“We’ve also got Kelera Nawai who can play goal keep and goal shoot. She is really tall and she’s a good tar-get for the feeders in to the circle and quite a presence on court.”
Carline said the keys to her side’s success was to be accurate through-out the court and being relentless on defence.
St Andrew’s and Villa Maria join Avonside Girls’ High, Ashburton College, Rangiora High, Cashmere High and one more team which was to be found in qualifying over the weekend.
•More sport, pages 9 and 11
Team approach helps Villa
ON THE MOVE: Wing defence Tarryn Jones moving to take a pass.
READY: Mollie Millar looking for an open pass. PHOTOS: GEOFF SLOAN
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Monday May 11 2015 WESTERN NEWS8
Hornby High School Commitment, Achievement, Resilience, RespectYears 7 – 13
Focusing on the role of service
The school marked the ANZAC Day centenary with a variety of activities, all focusing on the concept of service. Among these was a dedicated school assembly which included presentations from four of our students who had just returned from an official visit to Gallipoli; past and present members of the armed forces – ex-students and present staff; and a very moving rendition of The Last Post and Reveille, played by Siaosi Kei (Yr 10). On ANZAC Day itself, the school prefects and various staff attended the Dawn Service and then the 9am Hornby Anzac Service. At the Hornby service a number of students spoke, including our Head Students, and Siaosi Kei again played. ANZAC Day is a reminder that a quality education prepares students for their future, both academically and socially, and this includes the resilience and sense of community to face life’s inevitable difficulties with courage and purpose. Our prefects give service to our school. We are proud of these young men and women, and all our senior students, as they forge their directions in life. It is particularly noteworthy that so many of our students are committed to the principle of personal excellence and this commitment is visible in their daily lives. They have a pathway and they know what they are about. In an age of negative media
attention, there is a lot to be optimistic about for New Zealand’s future as our teenagers move into adulthood and positions of influence and leadership.Last week the school had the honour of hosting a visit by the Minister of Education, the Honourable Hekia Parata, and the Director of Education for Canterbury, Mrs Coralanne Childs. We are pleased that the Minister
chose to visit Hornby HS so we were able to discuss with her directly the many positive academic and social developments that Hornby HS and our local partnership primary schools are experiencing.A major part of these developments is our whole-school rebuild. May-July is the master-planning part of the process, with the aim of producing a general outline of buildings placement. What is to be the “flow” of our new buildings? Which buildings are to be next to one another and where, on what is thankfully our sizeable school site, will the school campus be situated?Schools can be complex places, so if any member of the community wishes to talk to me about anything, please contact the office to arrange a time for this to occur. My door is open.
Kia ora koutou. Talofa. Kia Orana. Malo e lelei. Bula. Fakaalofa atu. Namaste. Kumusta. Haere mai ki Te Huruhuru Ao o Horomaka. Warm greetings to the Hornby High School community.
Ngā mihi – best wishes Richard EdmundsonPrincipal
Tasha Rogers, Kodi Quinn, Danica Te Reo and Casey Miles in Paris as part of their visit to Europe last month.
ANZAC Day commemoratedHistory Field of RemembranceA Hornby High School Year 11 History class constructed a World War I Field of Remembrance to commemorate ANZAC Day. The names on the crosses came from the Hornby memorial. Librarian Lynda Seaton helped find photos of the soldiers, their enlistment forms, and also their death notices in the local paper. The students really enjoyed putting a face and story to the name of a local Hornby soldier. History teacher Andrew Cooper taught the class drill on the school field and the class marched in rank to add their crosses to the war memorial at Hornby Primary.
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Both of these events provide an excellent opportunity for parents with children in Years 7 to 9 in 2016 to hear about the
exciting learning programme at Hornby High School.
We look forward to meeting you.
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Above: Gallipoli 2015. Photo: Tasha Rogers
Pupils visit Gallipoli
Left: Josh O’Brien with a cross with the name of Private Ernest Manhire killed in action and buried in Belgium.
Lewis Bradford and George Khella with the field of crosses.
The War Memorial at Hornby Primary School
Above: Samantha Edkins with a cross with the name of Trooper John Ashworth who died in training.
Right: ANZAC Cove, Turkey, which Hornby pupils Tasha Rogers, Kodi Quinn, Danica Te Reo and Casey
Miles visited this year.
Minister visits school
Education Minister Hekia Parata greets Paige Cornish, Aimee Musson-Polwart, Siaosi Kei and Larenz Brown-Hepi at the start of her visit to Hornby High School.
Education Minister Hekia Parata,
centre, with the Hornby High
School Leadership Team, from left,
Jon Rogers, Richard Edmundson (Principal),
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BY KYLE KNOWLES
John Morrish has been awarded the New Zealand Badminton administrator of the year, the first Cantabrian to do so.
The Badminton Canterbury board chairman was presented the award at a function in Auck-land during the Sky City Open held last weekend.
He said he was chuffed to get the award after leading the organ-isation through some tough times and getting badminton back on track in Canterbury.
“Canterbury Badminton has been in the doldrums the last 10 years and I came back on to the board last year. It has been going downhill for 10 years so we employed Selwyn Maister to do a review and he identified the problems we had.
“So we developed a new strategic plan last year and to implement it we needed to do a restructure. Our general man-ager was stuck in the office and not getting around the schools promoting the sport. We changed that role and employed a coach-ing and development manager.”
Overseeing this new direction for the sport in Canterbury is what Mr Morrish was awarded the prize for and said it was good recognition for the changes which had happened in Canterbury.
He said they had to take some drastic steps to get there and the sport is now back on course and has seen growth in the region for the first time in a long time.
He was nominated for the
award by Badminton Canter-bury and was up against other administrators from around New Zealand.
The Lincoln farmer is also the club captain of the Lincoln Bad-
minton Club where he has been in the role for more than 30 years.
He still plays the game himself and was able to enjoy some of the world-class badminton on show at the Sky City Open.
Badminton work recognised
BIG WIN: Badminton Canterbury board chairman John Morrish with the trophy he won for New Zealand Badminton’s administrator of the year. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN
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BurnsideHerein lies an exceptional offering of an affordable, spacious 3 bedroom home which is conveniently zoned for Burnside High, Roydvale Primary & Cobham Intermediate Schools. Buyers will enjoy the benefit of the recently extended living area and renovations throughout. With scope to further enhance the property & add some further value to your investment. Auction: Thursday 14th April (unless sold prior)View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR3995Frank Dowle Ph: 027 528 0480
SpreydonSpacious, light and bright rear over 60’s townhouse and is set to the sun. Sliders off the lounge lead to a private entertaining area and manageable vege garden complete with a garden shed. This property adjoins a reserve and is close to supermarket and bus routes. Must be Sold!Deadline Sale: Wednesday 20th May at 4pm (unless sold prior).View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR3999Paula Catchpole Ph: 027 432 5976
WestmorlandThe house is ready but the owners have gone! The extensive & thorough repairs of this modern 4 bedroom plus study family home are complete but new owners are required. Much of this house is brand new including the foundation, exterior wall cladding, showers, vanities, carpet, patios & driveway. Double garage with rear access.Auction: Thursday 28th May (unless sold prior)View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR4001Frank Dowle Ph: 027 528 0480
RollestonBrand new 4 bedroom home in fabulous Faringdon. Purposely built to capture the full day sun. Open plan kitchen, dining, living and separate lounge. Double garage with drive thru for easy access to the backyard. Viewing will not disappoint. Act now!For Sale: $629,000View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#RL1272Mary Westwood 021 557 731
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BY KYLE KNOWLES
Matthew Mesman grew up playing football and looking up to former All Whites captain Ryan Nelsen, but now he is looking to fill the seat of Olympic rower Mahe Drysdale.
The 18-year-old of Wigram has been picked for the New Zealand rowing junior world championship squad to race in Brazil later this year after impressing at national trials.
He had played football since he was five-years-old but in year 12 at school he realised he was not going to reach the heights of playing for the All Whites so decided to take up rowing.
Two years on and he is about to represent his country with an eye on being an Olympic athlete.
He said his ultimate goal is to row at the Olympics at the 2020 To-kyo games so being able to row at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro venue this year is special.
“Hell yeah, it should be pretty epic, we get to use the Olympic course and that’s the ultimate goal, Tokyo 2020, it’s only five years away but that would be pretty awe-some.”
For someone who has only been rowing for just over two years it is a meteoric rise but he has taken it in his stride and was not over-whelmed when hearing he had been named in the squad.
“I guess I sort of knew I was in the team already, just the way the trial works is that I had been in the same boat the last few days of the trial and beating the other boats. It was not much of a surprise but more of a relief particularly after taking a year off study to go down this path.”
He wants to study engineering at Canterbury University but put that on hold to focus on rowing which has paid off.
He has been named in the quad
scull with three other rowers from the North Island.
Mesman said the first couple days of trialling with the other guys in the boat was a mess technically but as soon as they had a couple runs together they were flying and beating every other boat.
While still being relatively new to the sport, Mesman was picked up by representative coaches early. He was asked to trial for the South-ern Regional Performance Centre in his novice year.
“I did the school season and didn’t do too badly and made a fi-nal in the single scull and my times were pretty decent so I got to trial for the under-18s. I was pretty sur-prised as I was a novice, I thought this is ridiculous but I won the tri-als.”
His training starts at 5.30am be-fore heading to his job as a farm-hand in Tai Tapu. He expects that training to ramp up when he heads to Lake Karapiro at the start of June for a camp with the rest of the
squad before heading to the regatta which runs from August 6-9.
•While being named in the squad is one hurdle, paying to get there is another. Mesman has to raise $7500 just to get on the plane to Rio and has set up a Givealittle page where people can donate money to help him get to Brazil. If you would like to help him you can get to his page by logging on to givealittle.co.nz and searching for Matthew Mesman.
Tokyo Olympics goal for rower
GOING FOR GOLD: Matthew Mesman has been picked for the New Zealand junior rowing team. He is in the front of the double scull with partner James Walker.
Matthew Mesman
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News for Central Station bus users!
Here’s what you need to know:
– The current bus exchange closes after the last bus service on Sunday 17 May
– The new Bus Interchange opens for first service on Monday 18 May
– There are two entrances to the new Bus Interchange on Lichfield St
– There will be extra staff available to help you get around
– The new Interchange is opening in two stages – stage two is coming soon
New Platform Guides are available at Central Station, metroinfo.co.nz or call 03 366 88 55
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BY MARK THOMAS – FIRE RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Quite a few people reported a small truck on fire on the northern motorway in Bel-fast last Thursday.
Crews responding found it wasn’t a fire, just a vehicle with major motor problems belching clouds of black smoke. We com-miserate with the owner. Sounds expen-sive.
Any parents whose small children end up locked inside a car, must immediately fear, not only for the kids, but also for the suspicion some folks will have that some-how they’ve neglected their family.
In most cases this is far from the case and deeply-concerned parents try to convince the littlies to unlock the doors without somehow starting the car.
Riccarton Ave was the scene last Satur-day. Two kids in a car. Two parents frantic outside. Enter green watch rescue crew from city station. Ten minutes later all is good and happy children are released to even happier parents.
We go on and on about unattended cooking. Students in the boarding house of one of the city’s finest schools last Friday need to understand this includes popcorn in microwave.
Left on too long, the corn went past popping to burning. It caused fire alarms to activate and two fire crews to respond. Stay at the microwave girls, it’s only a minute or so and you can rescue your snack well before the need for any fire trucks.
In the early hours last Sunday a resident of Halswell, saw smoke rolling around the Port Hills. It looked huge. They reported it. Thankfully, the responding crews found only sea fog.
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NOT TASTY: When left in a microwave for too long, popcorn can quickly go from cooked to burnt.
Where there’s smoke, there may not be fire
Christchurch City Chorus, directed by Virginia Humphrey Taylor, won the chorus contest at the Sweet Adelines New Zealand competitions held in Auckland last weekend.
The 125-strong chorus was formed 30 years ago, and has won the regional contest every time it has competed.
The latest success means the chorus is eligible to compete at the Sweet Adelines International contest in Las Vegas in 2016.
Wellington’s Faultline Chorus, directed by Caroline Currington, took second place and the Waika-to Rivertones chorus, directed by Lynn Jamieson and Kate Sinclair, finished third.
The quartet contest was won by Auckland quartet MOLTO! with Aftershock! from Christchurch in second place. IMPACT! quartet from Wellington was third.
The event was SANZ 30th an-
niversary contest and was held at the Aotea Centre.
Nearly 600 women partici-pated in the event over three days, including two days of competition for 18 quartets and 10 choruses
as well as education classes run by members of the judging panel from the United States.
Sweet Adelines New Zealand is part of Sweet Adelines International, a worldwide organisation of women
singers, committed to advancing the musical art form of four part a cap-pella barbershop harmony.
Results:• Division A (small)1: Bella A Capella2: Foveaux Harmony3: Whangarei Harmony• Division AA (midsize)1: Faultline Chorus2: Waikato Rivertones3: Sound of Hawkes Bay• Overall Results1: Christchurch City Chorus2: Faultline Chorus3: Waikato Rivertones4: Sounds of Hawkes Bay Chorus5: Bella A Capella
Success takes chorus to Vegas competition
WINNERS: The Christchurch City Chorus has won the chorus contest at the Sweet Adelines New Zealand competitions.
Monday May 11 2015 WESTERN NEWS12
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FOODThe smoking hot heart of NewcastleONCE a drab coal and steel town, Newcastle has transformed into a surprisingly vibrant, laid-back, fun city. An easy three-hour drive up the motorway from Sydney, the second largest city in New South Wales is a popular tourist destina-tion boasting a burgeoning cafe and restaurant scene and easy ac-cess to the historic wineries of the Hunter Valley.
In 2011, Lonely Planet crowned it one of the hottest cities in Aus-tralia to visit.
The giant brick rail workshops have been transformed into a modern museum and entertain-ment area. And where once trains chugged between the town and the harbour, a vibrant foodie precinct has sprung up. We enjoyed a wine at The Dockyard bar, watching a tourist ship traverse the harbour entrance.
Darby St—“Eat Street” to local Novocastrians—is abuzz with cafes, bars, boutiques and arts and crafts. We discovered a new cafe, The Bowery Boys— named after an 1840s New York gang famous for running smokehouses and cur-ing their own meats.
Hospitality aficionados Ethan Ortlipp and Ryan Hawthorne
persuaded popular Sydney chef Steven Zielke to join them in New-castle, where they have continued the tradition of their American namesakes by specialising in all that is smoked, cured and pickled. But the menu offers much more than that.
We relished small plates of kingfish carpaccio; tempura-fried zucchini flowers stuffed with ricotta and black garlic; house-cured prosciutto, roasted vine tomatoes and olives served on toasted ciabatta; and ended with the best-ever panna cotta.
We stayed a night in a quaint 1885 terrace house, Adeline, one of the fully refurbished Terraces for Tourists. It was well placed to walk to the charming, heritage-listed Customs House Hotel for a Mediterranean-inspired dinner of citrus cured salmon, pan-fried snapper with capers and a slow-cooked wagyu brisket. Just another delightful Newcastle surprise.
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If you have a food question emailGlenys [email protected].
Q A&What is black butter sauce?Butter that’s beenmeltedover a low heat until themilk solids turn a rich darkbrown, when lemon juice orvinegar, plus parsley orcapers are quickly added tostop the sauce from cookingfurther. Known as beurrenoir in France, this is a
classic sauce that’s typicallyservedwith fish, eggs andsome vegetables. Start withabout 50g of butter, and notethat it’s vital not to let thebutter actually becomeblack, or the sauce will beoverdone and ruined.
Is it safe to refrigerate food inthe can once it’s been opened?Yes, for a day or so. But forreasons of quality andflavour, it’s still best totransfer the contents to aglass or plastic container.Our caution goes back towhen cans weremade fromtin and the seam sealed withlead solder that couldcorrode and leach into foodonce exposed to the air.Cans are usuallymade fromsteel now, often lacqueredto protect the contents, andhavewelded rather thanlead-soldered seams.
The smoking hot heart ofNewcastleO
NCEadrab coal andsteel town, Newcastlehas transformed intoa surprisinglyvibrant, laid-back,
fun city. An easy three-hourdrive up themotorway fromSydney, the second largest cityin New SouthWales is a populartourist destination boasting aburgeoning cafe and restaurantscene and easy access to thehistoric wineries of the HunterValley.In 2011, Lonely Planet
crowned it one of the hottestcities in Australia to visit.The giant brick rail
workshops have beentransformed into amodernmuseum and entertainmentarea. Andwhere once trains
chugged between the town andthe harbour, a vibrant foodieprecinct has sprung up.Weenjoyed awine at The Dockyardbar, watching a tourist shiptraverse the harbour entrance.Darby St— “Eat Street” to
local Novocastrians— is abuzzwith cafes, bars, boutiques andarts and crafts.We discovered anew cafe, The Bowery Boys—named after an 1840s NewYorkgang famous for runningsmokehouses and curing theirownmeats.
Hospitality aficionados EthanOrtlipp and RyanHawthornepersuaded popular Sydney chefSteven Zielke to join them inNewcastle, where they havecontinued the tradition of theirAmerican namesakes byspecialising in all that is smoked,cured and pickled. But themenuoffers muchmore than that.We relished small plates of
kingfish carpaccio; tempura-fried zucchini flowers stuffedwith ricotta and black garlic;house-cured prosciutto, roasted
vine tomatoes and olives servedon toasted ciabatta; and endedwith the best-ever panna cotta.We stayed a night in a quaint
1885 terrace house, Adeline, oneof the fully refurbished Terracesfor Tourists. It was well placedto walk to the charming,heritage-listed Customs HouseHotel for aMediterranean-inspired dinner of citrus curedsalmon, pan-fried snapper withcapers and a slow-cookedwagyubrisket. Just another delightfulNewcastle surprise.
RECIPESCREME FRAICHEPANNA COTTAA favourite from The BoweryBoys.
3 tbsp cold water3 tsp powdered gelatine1 cup creme fraiche2 cups cream1/2 cup buttermilk1/3 cup turbinado (raw) sugar1& 1/2 tsp vanilla bean pasteor essence1&1/4 cups fresh berries orfruit, hulled and slicedSprigs fresh herbsSugar to taste
Place the water in a small bowl.Sprinkle the gelatine on top tosoften for 5 minutes.
In a medium saucepan overmedium heat, warm the cremefraiche, cream, buttermilk andraw sugar, stirring until thesugar dissolves. Remove fromthe heat just before the mixturereaches a simmer.
Immediately stir in thesoftened gelatine and vanillabean paste or essence, whiskinguntil the gelatin dissolves.Strain the creme fraichemixture through a fine sieve intoa large measuring jug.
Pour into eight, 3/4-cup jars,ramekins, bowls or glasses.Cover and chill until firm, about3-4 hours.
About 10 minutes beforeserving, combine the fruit andherbs in a bowl and add sugar totaste. Top each panna cottawith a spoonful of the fruitmixture. Serve extra fruit on theside, if desired. Serves 8
KINGFISHCARPACCIOIf kingfish is unavailable usethick fillets of snapper ortarakihi. Verjuice is the juiceof green grapes picked whenthey are very tart. A dash ofwhite wine combined with alittle lemon juice is asubstitute.
250g skinned and bonedkingfish2 small shallots, diced2 tbsp each: verjuice, balsamiconion marmaladeFinely grated rind 1 smalllemonFlaky sea salt and freshlyground black pepper to tasteBaby basil leaves to garnish2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Cut the kingfish into thin slicesacross the grain and arrange ona serving plate. Cover andrefrigerate until ready to serve.
Place the shallots in a small
bowl and cover with theverjuice. Stand for 5 minutes.Combine with the balsamiconion marmalade and lemonrind and season to taste.
Drizzle the fish with the oliveoil and top with the shallotmixture and baby basil leaves.
Serves 2 as a shared plate
CURRIED EGG &BACON BREAKFASTSANDWICHThis idea I gleaned fromNewcastle’s One Penny Blackcafe — number one for servinggreat coffee.
2 small rashers bacon3 eggs, hard-boiled3 tbsp mayonnaise1/2-1 tsp curry powderFreshly ground black pepperto taste1 each: shallot, large tomatoButter or margarine to taste
4 diagonally cut toast-thickslices sourdough bread
Grill or microwave the bacon,until crisp. Chop finely.Mash the eggs together with themayo, curry powder and blackpepper. Dice the shallot and addtogether with the bacon. Thinlyslice the tomato.
Butter both sides of thebread. Pile the egg mixture on 2slices. Top with the tomato andremaining bread. Toast in asandwich press until golden andthe filling is hot. Serves 2
FISH WITH LEMONBUTTER & CAPERSAUCEMy “go to” recipe for fish isreminiscent of the dish Ienjoyed at the Customs HouseHotel.
500g skinned and boned fish
fillets of your choice1/4 cup plain flourSalt and pepper to taste50g butter2 tsp finely grated lemon rind3 tbsp each: lemon juice,chopped parsley2 tbsp capers, rinsed anddrained
Combine the flour, salt andpepper.
Coat the fish in the seasonedflour, shaking off any excess.
Heat half the butter untilfoaming in a heavy frying pan onmedium-high heat. Pan-fry thefish for around 2-3 minuteseach side, depending on thethickness.
Remove to warm servingplates. Add the remainingbutter, lemon rind, juice, parsleyand capers.
Heat for a minute then dividethe sauce evenly over the fish.
Serves 4
with GLENYS WOOLLARD
If you have a food questionemail Glenys [email protected]
Q A&DO YOU HAVE A RECIPE FORZUCCHINI SOUP?Saute 250g chopped onion in25g butter, then add 250gpeeled and diced potatofollowed by 500g roughly-chopped zucchini.
Stir-fry a fewminutesmore, then add 1 tsp saltand 2 cups chicken stock.Cover and cook 20minutesor until vegetables aretender, stir in 1 cupmilk andblend until smooth. Addmore salt if necessary plusfreshly ground black pepperand 1 tbsp chopped freshherbs, such as parsley,chives and thyme. Reheatgently, sprinklingindividual serves withgrated cheddar.
WHY DO SO MANY DISHES CALLFOR AN ONION COOKED INBUTTER BEFORE THE MAINCOOKING?
For flavour. Some recipessuggest cooking untiltender but not brown,others go on until the
onions are golden orcaramelised. Either way it’sworth it if you enjoy tastyfood. You can cut theamount of fat used bycovering the pot while youronion cooks— the lidcollects moisture thatwould normally evaporate,and by returning this to theonion, it avoids burning.
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‘‘Whenharvested, theywere keptexclusively forthe Inca kings.
WHOwould havethought that thehumble spudwasonce regarded asboth a food and a
fashion accessory fit for royalty?Native to South America,potatoes were first cultivated bythe Incas about 200BC. The jewelin the crownwas the Peruvianpurple potato— royally purpleinside and out.When harvested,theywere kept exclusively forthe Inca kings.And in 18th-century France,
Marie Antoinette made aWorldofWearable Art-type fashionstatement by parading aroundthe countryside wearing potatoblossoms on her expensivedresses.Whenmost of us think of
packet ‘‘chips’’ we tend to thinkof fatty, salty occasional treats.But I was recently pleasantly
surprised to discover amoreishrange of proper chips— 100 percent natural, gluten-free, GMO-free and hand-cooked in high-oleic sunflower oil. Ned andMina Smith, the expatriateAmerican couple who run thefamily-style Proper Crispsoperation in Nelson, brandedtheir delights ‘‘crisps’’ todistinguish them frommass-produced ‘‘chips’’. And they are
different. I just love themcrushed and sprinkled overicecream. The rapport between
the salty tang of the chips andthe sweetness of the icecream isa taste treat.The potato is certainly
common and a staple worldwide.They are cheap, hardy and easyto grow, and are high in starch,protein and vitamins. They arealso versatile.We all love thetraditional potato favourites butthis week I’m serving upsomething funky— potatoeswith icecream, in chocolatetruffles, with squid and in agluten-free pastry.
RECIPESTOFFEE & POTATOCRISPS VANILLAICECREAMProper Crisps are delicate.Perfect for coating icecream.
4 large scoops French vanillaicecream1 large cup Proper Crisps inMarlborough Sea Salt, lightlycrushed1/2 cup long thread coconut,lightly toasted4 meringue nests, optionalToffee: 1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup water
Refreeze the scoops oficecream. When hard, roll in thecrushed crisps and coconut.Freeze, until ready to serve.
To make the toffee, placesugar and water in a large,microwave-proof glass bowl.Microwave on high for 2minutes.
Stir to dissolve sugar.Continue microwaving for 3-4minutes until liquid is lightgolden. Remove — the toffeewill continue to colour onstanding.
Remove icecream fromfreezer. Place in meringuenests, if using. Drizzle withtoffee. Serve immediately.
Serves 4.
CHOCOLATE POTATOTRUFFLESThe mashed potato must befree of seasonings, cream andbutter. It should also be verywell mashed and have asmooth consistency.
1 cup dark chocolate chips1/2 cup cold cooked mashedpotatoes1/2 tsp vanilla essence4-5 pieces crystallised gingerDark cocoa powder for dusting
Place chocolate chips in amicrowave-proof bowl. Melt on50 per cent power for about 2minutes. When completelymelted, stir into mashed potatovery well.Add vanilla essence and stir wellagain. The mixture should besmooth. Chill for 30 minutes.
Cut ginger into thirds orquarters. Take a tablespoon ofpotato mixture and roll around apiece of ginger.
Repeat with remainingmixture. Place on a plate anddust with dark cocoa powder.Roll into small balls. Dust withcocoa. Refrigerate until firm.
Can be stored in fridge for upto one week.
Makes 16.
POTATO & SQUIDSALADThis is based on a PetaMathias recipe that she will bedemonstrating at theChristchurch Food Show, April4-6.
400g waxy potatoes4 eggs, free-range/organic, ifpossible1 large shallot4 tbsp olive oil1-2 tsp diced or crushed chilli100g squid rings8 pitted black olives8 anchovies, oil retained2 tbsp white-wine vinegarFlaky sea saltFreshly ground black pepperto taste
Peel potatoes. Place in cold,lightly salted water. Bring toboil. Simmer, until cooked.Don’t overcook. Slice thickly.
Meanwhile, place eggs incold water. Bring to boil.Simmer for 5-6 minutes. Cool,then peel and quarter. Sliceshallot and place in icy water tocrisp.
Heat a little of the olive oil in afrying pan. Add diced chilli.
Saute squid rings for about 2minutes, until just cooked.Combine with potatoes, shallot,eggs, olives and anchovies in abowl.
Make a dressing usingremaining olive oil, a little oilfrom the anchovies and vinegar.Season. Drizzle over salad.
Serves 8 as a starter.
GLUTEN-FREEPOTATO PASTRY450g cooked warm mashedpotato100g butter, chopped1 & 1/4 cups rice flour1/2 cup cornflour1 tsp salt1 egg, lightly beaten
Place warm mashed potato andbutter in a large bowl and mixwell. Add rice flour, cornflour,salt and egg. Mix well. Use yourhand to mix it, if easier. Wrapthe dough in a plastic bag. Setaside for 30 minutes to rest.Roll out to about 1cm thicknessor thinner. Great for pie pastryor for sausage rolls.
Makes 800g.
CREME FRAICHE PANNA COTTA
3 tbsp cold water 3 tsp powdered gelatine 1 cup creme fraiche 2 cups cream ½ cup buttermilk ⅓ cup turbinado (raw) sugar 1& ½ tsp vanilla bean paste or essence 1& ¼ cups fresh berries or fruit, hulled and sliced Sprigs fresh herbs Sugar to taste
Place the water in a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatine on top to soften for 5 minutes.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the creme fraiche, cream, buttermilk and raw sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat just before the mixture reaches a simmer.
Immediately stir in the soft-ened gelatine and vanilla bean paste or essence, whisking until the gelatin dissolves. Strain the creme fraiche mixture through a fine sieve into a large measuring jug.
Pour into eight, ¾-cup jars, ramekins, bowls or glasses. Cover and chill until firm, about 3-4 hours.
About 10 minutes before serving, combine the fruit and herbs in a bowl and add sugar to taste. Top each panna cotta with a spoonful of the fruit mixture. Serve extra fruit on the side, if desired. Serves 8
KINGFISH CARPACCIO If kingfish is unavailable use thick fillets of snapper or tarakihi. Ver-juice is the juice of green grapes picked when they are very tart. A dash of white wine combined with a little lemon juice is a substitute.
250g skinned and boned kingfish 2 small shallots, diced 2 tbsp each: verjuice, balsamic onion marmalade Finely grated rind 1 small lemon Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Baby basil leaves to garnish 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Cut the kingfish into thin slices across the grain and arrange on a serving plate. Cover and refriger-ate until ready to serve.
Place the shallots in a small bowl and cover with the verjuice. Stand for 5 minutes. Combine with the balsamic onion marma-lade and lemon rind and season to taste.
Drizzle the fish with the olive oil and top with the shallot mixture and baby basil leaves.
Serves 2 as a shared plate
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HEALTH
Simple swaps will suit you
WE ARE more concerned than ever before about living a healthy lifestyle.
However, implementing dietary changes and adopt-ing an exercise routine can prove to be overwhelming. A recent Gallup poll found that nine out of 10 consum-ers say they try to include fruit and vegetables on their plates, but they are not nec-essarily succeeding.
“Simple everyday swaps can make the difference in achieving a healthy lifestyle,” says registered dietitian Dawn Jackson Blatner, au-thor of The Flexitarian Diet. “We live in a busy society, and no one diet fits all. Fo-cus on small daily shortcuts that are realistic and will have a lasting impact.”
Try these simple swaps, which can make a difference in realising your goals:
Boardroom conference v walking meeting
Swap your sedentary in-ternal office meeting for a “walking meeting”. Instead of meeting in a conference room for 30 minutes, make a few trips around the office building.
Online shopping v mallChange the routine and go to the store in person. While online shopping has made life more convenient, it has eliminated another oppor-tunity to realise the health benefits of walking.
Gym v five-minute routineEliminate the guilt of miss-ing a day at the gym. Do star jumps or crunches during TV ads. This five-minute routine burns calories and keeps you from mindlessly munching in front of the TV.
Salad dressing v rice vinegarReplace heavy salad dress-ing with a light vinaigrette. Whisk together rice vinegar, garlic salt, mustard powder, sesame oil, sesame seeds and canola oil in a measuring
cup. Pour over rocket leaves and tomato halves.
Butter and oil v avocadoInstead of baking with oil or butter, use mashed avocado. The substitution of avo-cado in baked goods helps increase their nutritional value and serves as a great alternative to ingredients that are high in saturated fat. Avocados offer a subtle flavour and creamy texture to many recipes.
Mid-morning snack v almonds Control hunger by eating a few almonds instead of the midmorning pastry. A study published in the European Journal of Nutrition found that almonds helped control appetite and resulted in reduced calorie intake by study participants. Another simple swap is to incorporate healthier options in your afternoon snack routine and cut the fat. It’s an opportunity to start the week by adding a zesty flavour alternative to your diet. Look for recipes that are quick and easy to prepare.
Mind-over-matter therapy put on a parwith pillsFor some patients, mindfulness-based group therapy may work as well as taking antidepressants, writes Charlie Cooper
Teaching people to practisemindfulness therapyworks justas well as antidepressants inpreventing relapses ofdepression, finds the first majorcomparison study.Mindfulness, the principle of
gaining a greater awareness ofour own thoughts and feelingsthroughmeditation andconcentration, is attractinginterest for its health benefits inseveral fields.The latest study shows that
people with recurrentdepression whowere asked totake part inmindfulness-basedgroup therapywere just as
likely to go two years without arelapse as those takingantidepressants.At the sessions, the
participants were taught“mindfulness principles”includingmeditation skills, withthe aim of helping them torespond differently to patternsof negative thinking that canprecede a bout of depression.The study, published in the
Lancet , recruited 424 peoplefrom 95 GP practices in England.Half were gradually taken offtheir medication and asked totake part inmindfulnesssessions, and half continued
taking their usual medication.Theweekly sessions took
place over eight weeks.Participants were asked topractisemindfulness at home ona daily basis, then given theoption of follow-up sessions.After two years, the rate of
depression relapse was 44 percent, comparedwith 47 per centamong those who continuedwith their medication.Depression is a recurrent illnessandwithout continuedtreatment four out of fivesufferers will have a relapse.WillemKuyken, professor ofclinical psychology at the
University of Oxford and leadauthor of the study, says thesessions work by enablingpeople to “relate differently totheir thoughts and feelings”.“Recurrent depression is
characterised by people whohave very negative thoughtsabout themselves, other peopleand the world, and thosenegative thoughts can quicklygo into a downward spiral ofdepressive relapse,” he says.“As an example, a mother of a
toddler in one of my classes waspushing her child on a swing,and she thought: ‘I don’t deservethis happiness, this happiness
isn’t going to last, I’m not a goodmother.’“Mindfulness-based cognitive
therapy enables someone likeher to see those as thoughts andnot as facts . . . and that canbreak up and prevent thedownward spiral into depressiverelapses.”Mindfulness, which has its
roots in Buddhism, is also beingconsidered as a therapy to helppeople overcome the impact ofother long-termmedicalconditions, and has been trialledin schools to improve attentionspans and lower stress levels.
— Independent
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noted a correlation betweenheight and coronary heartdisease. It was thought thatsocial factors that can stuntheight, such as poor nutrition inchildhood, might explain whypetite people weremore likely todevelop heart problems.But a new study has found
that every 6cm difference inheight between two peoplemakes the shorter person 13.5per cent more likely to developheart disease.Researchers at the
University of Leicester studiedthe DNA of people of variousheights. They found that thesame genetic variants that helpdetermine a person’s adultheight also influence thedevelopment of theircardiovascular system.Professor Sir Nilesh Samani,
who led the study, says: “Welooked at what those genes do.Variants whichmake youshorter or taller also affect thestructure of your blood vessels,and that’s the reason you havehigher or lower risk [of heartdisease].”The condition narrows the
arteries that supply blood to theheart, owing to a build-up ofplaque. If a blood clot forms overthe plaque an artery can becomeblocked, causing a heart attack.Samani added: “[DNA]
cannot bemodified by one’slifestyle or socioeconomicconditions. If shorter height isdirectly connected withincreased risk of coronary heartdisease, one would expect that[the genetic variants studied]would also be associated withcoronary heart disease— andthis is precisely what we found.”The study showed that
cholesterol and fat levels onlypartly explained the relationshipbetween shortness and thedisease.British heart Foundation
associatemedical director,Professor Jeremy Pearson, saysthis is the first study to showthat the risk of heart disease isin part due to genetics.
— Independent
Simple swapswill suit you
GREEN GOODNESS: You can substitute avocado for butter in a lot of recipes.
Living well canbe as simple asadjusting yourroutine to addmore exerciseand nutrients
WEAREmoreconcerned than everbefore about living ahealthy lifestyle.
However, implementing dietarychanges and adopting anexercise routine can prove to beoverwhelming. A recent Galluppoll found that nine out of 10consumers say they try toinclude fruit and vegetables ontheir plates, but they are notnecessarily succeeding.“Simple everyday swaps can
make the difference in achievinga healthy lifestyle,” saysregistered dietitian DawnJackson Blatner, author of TheFlexitarian Diet. “We live in abusy society, and no one diet fitsall. Focus on small dailyshortcuts that are realistic andwill have a lasting impact.”Try these simple swaps,
which canmake a difference inrealising your goals:
Boardroom conferencevs walking meetingSwap your sedentary internaloffice meeting for a “walkingmeeting”. Instead of meeting in aconference room for 30minutes,make a few trips around theoffice building.
Online shopping vs mall
Change the routine and go to thestore in person.While onlineshopping hasmade life moreconvenient, it has eliminatedanother opportunity to realisethe health benefits of walking.
Gym vs five-minuteroutineEliminate the guilt of missing aday at the gym. Do star jumps orcrunches during TV ads. Thisfive-minute routine burnscalories and keeps you frommindlesslymunching in front ofthe TV.
Salad dressing vs ricevinegarReplace heavy salad dressingwith a light vinaigrette.Whisktogether rice vinegar, garlic salt,mustard powder, sesame oil,sesame seeds and canola oil in ameasuring cup. Pour over rocketleaves and tomato halves.
Butter and oil vsavocadoInstead of baking with oil or
butter, usemashed avocado. Thesubstitution of avocado in bakedgoods helps increase theirnutritional value and serves as agreat alternative to ingredientsthat are high in saturated fat.Avocados offer a subtle flavourand creamy texture tomanyrecipes.
Mid-morning snack vsalmondsControl hunger by eating a fewalmonds instead of themid-
morning pastry. A studypublished in theEuropeanJournal of Nutrition found thatalmonds helped control appetiteand resulted in reduced calorieintake by study participants.Another simple swap is to
incorporate healthier options inyour afternoon snack routineand cut the fat.It’s an opportunity to start
the week by adding a zestyflavour alternative to your diet.Look for recipes that are quickand easy to prepare.
Living well can be as simple as adjusting your routine to add more exercise and nutrients
GREEN GOODNESS: You can substitute avocado for butter in a lot of recipes.
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A family business since its inception, Kildonan Highland House was established in 1999 by Kerry
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But, as anyone from Christchurch knows, the last few years have been challenging, and the decision was made not to renew the lease on the Riccarton store. But fear not, Kerry is committed to maintaining a presence in Christchurch, where the business was originally founded and will continue
to o� er the full range of products and services via their new website www.kildonan.co.nz. “We would like to thank customers for their support over the last 15 years and assure everyone that the high level of customer service and full range of products and services will continue through the website.”
Kildonan Highland House’s website exhibits a range of quality products to celebrate your Scottish heritage, whether your taste is classic or contemporary. Authentic jackets and accessories are imported directly from Scotland and the United Kingdom. An eclectic mix of fun and traditional items are showcased online: steins, sporrans, sgian dubh, quaich and clan wall plaques, Personalised scrolls
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Experience has made Kildonan Highland House specialists in helping you create the perfect Scottish occasion. Take the guesswork out of the applying the � nishing touches to your special day by browsing the diverse range of products available at www.kildonan.co.nz. Contact Kerry on 03 341 5590 or send an email at [email protected] to take advantage of their friendly service, expertise and excellent range of all things Scottish.
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Kildonan Highland House’s website exhibits a range of quality products to celebrate your Scottish heritage, whether your taste is classic or contemporary.
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Keynote speakers from the United States, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand will talk about neuroscience and neural recovery,
clinical research and commercialisation.The May 10 to 12 conference is being
hosted by the University of Canterbury Rose Centre for Stroke Recovery and Research at St George’s Medical Centre. The conference is the only one of its kind in New Zealand to target stroke rehabilitation specialists with a focus on applied biotechnology.
Strokes cost the New Zealand health bill about $450 million a year. The Rose Centre’s deputy director Dr Phoebe Macrae says there is increasing need for novel and innovative treatments to reduce the
burden of strokes, such as mortality, pneumonia and dehydration.
“Research has shown that Maori and Pasifika people in New Zealand have a much higher incidence of suffering a stroke than their European counterparts. This research also highlights that the average age of stroke is significantly younger in these populations, by an average of 10 to 15 years. Twenty-five percent of people who recover from their first stroke will have another one within five years.
“At any point in time, there will be over 32,000 New Zealanders who have survived their initial stroke but are living with the disabilities arising from a stroke. These people require ongoing and intensive
Close to 100 experts, engineers, physiologists, clinicians, medical academics and students
from around the world will discuss the impact of new technology on helping recovering
patients at an international stroke rehabilitation conference in Christchurch.
Experts gather in Christchurch to discuss stroke-related issues
rehabilitation to improve their quality of life. “Factors such as unhealthy diet, obesity,
high blood pressure, smoking and lack of physical exercise will also result in a higher prevalence of stroke. Stroke is the second most common cause of death worldwide and a common cause of disability in adults in developed countries. The incidence of stroke in New Zealand is high compared to other developed countries with over 9000 new stroke events each year and over 2500 deaths attributable to this condition.
“At the university’s Rose Centre, we are focusing on addressing all aspects of post-stroke rehabilitation. We want to develop and provide clinical services for stroke patients that meet patients’ clinical needs and also allow patients to contribute to research that will help others. We are looking to create bioengineering applications that will facilitate recovery by allowing patients greater access to intervention techniques.”
“At any point in time, there will be over 32,000 New Zealanders who have survived their initial stroke but are living with the disabilities arising from a stroke. These people require ongoing and intensive rehabilitation to improve their quality of life.
Monday May 11 2015WESTERN NEWS 17
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These stunning lovebite full upper andlower dentures have been expertly crafted by internationally-recognised dental technician Richard Greenlees at his Christchurch studio.The combination of Richard’s skill, experience
(including 15 years in London’s prestigious Harley Street) knowledge and revolutionary
techniques allow him to create beautiful bespoke false teeth that truly resemble those
in nature and reflect each patient’s individuality and unique character.
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By appointment only.Consultation fee applies.
Richard will personally guide you through the entire process to create teeth with small nuances in the fabrication, colour and shape. Your beautiful new
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Contemporary opulence all day, all night18 Soleares Ave, Mt Pleasant$689,0005 bedrooms | 1 living room | 3 bathrooms | 1 car garage | Listing #: SMT1995
A rare combination of eloquence and versatility, this inviting family home located at the base of Mt Pleasant offers a wonderful
807m2 flat section. Capturing views of the ever-changing estuary, all day sunshine and sheltered from the prevailing winds. You will be suitably impressed with the inviting upstairs living area which captures the morning and all day sunshine and fills the home with warmth. The chef of the family will enjoy preparing meals in the well-equipped kitchen while being in the company of friends and family. The spacious open plan area offers an excellent dining living space.
The wonderful flow from the living areas leads to the patio area which overlooks the level grounds. A great playground for the growing family. With five double bedrooms, three are located upstairs and two downstairs. Two bathrooms and two separate toilets. Perfect for extended families, with a fully self-contained one bedroom seperate living area located on the ground level. Extensive decking and patios offer an excellent space for outdoor entertaining while relaxing with your friends and family. Plenty of off-street parking for a caravan/boat. Internal access garaging.
Positioned between Mt Pleasant and Redcliffs, you have the choice of Sumner, Redcliffs and Ferrymead shopping amenities. Ocean enthusiastic, beaches are close by. Mt Pleasant Primary School is a short
distance. This property is available for immediate sale with vacant possession. Those seriously considering its purchase are advised to register their interest as it may be sold at any time.
Open Homes: Sunday 11.45am to 12.15pm, or for an appointment to view contact Debra Hakaraia of Smart Real Estate (Licensed Agent REAA 2008) on 384 8600 or 027 562 0420. You may also email Debra at [email protected] or visit www.smartrealestate.co.nz.
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Hi, my name is Rose Grieve and I am a Barnardos KidStart childcare consultant for Canterbury and Canterbury
North. I love my job and I am really excited about having this opportunity to introduce and promote Barnardos KidStart Childcare home-based services.
I love Christchurch and believe there is no better place to be. The people are so friendly and there is nothing better than the heart and soul of this community. My community passion has been in my local youth group where I have contributed my time.
My KidStart role is to help families find the perfect childcare fit or to help mums to become an educator and work from the comfort of their own home. All of our educators provide care and education, incorporating Barnardos KidStart Childcare’s philosophy of learn, play and grow.
If you are looking for childcare or thinking about becoming an educator and running your own business from your own home, we may have the perfect opportunity for you. Give me a call as I would love to help you with your childcare journey. Call 0800 KIDSTART today.
CASPA (Creative A� er School Programmed Activities) o� ers children the opportunity to be creative, make new friends
and try new experiences all within a safe, nurturing environment. CASPA o� ers working parents an a� ordable a� er school and school holiday programme that their kids just love.
CASPA is now pleased to advise they have a new a� er school programme at Harewood School on Harewood Road.
CASPA attributes its success to the variety of activities on o� er as well as the convenience and a� ordability for parents. CASPA kids enjoy an exciting range of activities including sports, music, games,
drama, arts and cra� as well as fun trips. Previous themes and activities have included a Karaoke Dance Party, CASPA Fear Factor, Healthy Art, Out of Africa and heaps of other amazing themes and activities.
CASPA parents enjoy peace of mind, knowing their kids are safe and enjoying the bene� ts of a quality a� er school programme. Some parents and caregivers also enjoy government subsidies for CASPA. CASPA is child, youth and family approved for the OSCAR subsidy and in some circumstances, the full CASPA fee will be covered by the subsidy.
For more information or to enrol, phone Caroline, Rachel or Tania on 349 9260 or visit www.caspa.org.nz.
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Alpha Early Childhood
The Alpha Early Childhood Educational Centre on the corner of Randall Street and North Parade is a smaller standalone licensed
childhood centre that is independent from the larger franchised models, and since 1997, has been privately owned.
� e centre caters for children aged 0 to 5 years in sessions or all day. It has separate nursery and preschool areas, with a dedicated sleep room. In comparison to what is available elsewhere, the fees are very
reasonably priced and there are still some vacancies on the roll.
Twenty free hours are also available for children aged 3 and over.
With six sta� members, all of whom are fully quali� ed, this homely centre has a family-oriented, friendly atmosphere that is welcoming and inviting for new entrants.
For more information, please contact the Alpha Early Childhood Educational Centre, 45 Randall St, Richmond. Phone 385 6319 or email [email protected].
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CreativeAfterSchoolProgrammedActivities
P: 349 9260 or 027 352 1638E: [email protected]: www.caspa.org.nz
call us noW
Subsidies Apply
•We provide a safe, creative Environment for 5-13 year olds•Our staff are trained•A range of fun activities•7.15-8.30am and 3-6pm Mon—Fri•8am-6pm Holidays•Kids just LOVE it!
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Early Childhood Educational Centre
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45RandallSt,Richmond(ClosetoThePalms)
Ph 3856319389 2483
375 Worcester Street • Christchurch
• Central location
• Cooked healthy heart meals
• Large private outdoor play area
• Casual care available
• Enrolments available now
• 7.30am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday
EST 1987
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Its four service stations have a wide range of tyres available, including Pirelli, Bridgestone, Kumho and Hankook. � e team will � t and balance
your new tyres for you as well as making sure your vehicle’s wheels are correctly aligned, using their high tech computer equipment. � ey also stock batteries and will � t them, and best of all, they can save customers up to 40 per cent on quality brand batteries and tyres.
Tyres 2 GO provides a full range of automotive repairs and servicing options, including supplying, repairing, replacing and � tting suspension systems such as suspension arms, shocks and struts; replacement springs and lowering springs; ball joints; bushes tie rod ends, rack ends; brakes, transmission and exhaust systems as well as all preventative maintenance work. � eir customers are assured of expert service and a great price, and the knowledge that their vehicles are safe
and roadworthy. Tyres 2 GO’s other branches are at 477
Blenheim Rd, Sockburn; 25 Opawa Rd or 13 Stone Rd, Kaiapoi. So wherever you are in the Garden City, you won’t be far from a Tyres 2 GO branch. However, if you choose, you can take advantage of their � eet of mobile vans and have the experts come right to your door. � eir mobile tyre
Tyres 2 GO provides a full range of automotive repairs and servicing options
It’s now even easier to get the great service that Tyres 2 GO offer, thanks to their brand-new centre on Wainoni Road. Conveniently located just up from the junction with Breezes Rd, the new workshop is a one-stop shop not just for tyres, but for a range of auto mechanical services, too. Located right opposite Pak ‘n Save at 175 Wainoni Rd, they are open seven days a week.
� tters can select the tyres you require and bring them to you while you wait at work, at home, or anywhere in Christchurch. � en, using their state-of-the-art facilities, your tyres are � tted and balanced then and there. � is great service is available for both commercial and privately owned vehicles.
Phone today at Wainoni Rd on 03 374 5035 or 0800 897 3728.
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Web: www.pistoncranky.co.nz Hrs: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
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We Buy, Sell & Dismantle Vans & CarsWe Pick Up Out Of Christchurch
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• Autolights for all automotive lights
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WHY WOULDN'T YOU TRY US FIRST?
locally owned and operated supporting cantabrians
DIeSeL
288 Lincoln Road (opp ANZ) Ph: 338 8884 • www.dieseldoctor.co.nz
The diesel professionals specialising in
4WDRePaiRs & seRvicing
all WoRkguaRanTeeD
Full mechanical servicing for BMW’s
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Purchasing pre-loved & damaged BMW’s
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• TYRES FROM $20• ENGINES FROM $200• LIGHTS FROM $20
812 Jones road, rolleston PH WEEkDaYS 0800 248 639
Mechanical and auto electronics
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Tyres 2 Go - a new branch in Kaiapoi
Tyres 2 Go is open seven days a week, Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 3pm and Sunday 9am to 3pm. Visit www.tyres2go.co.nz.
■ Stock tyres and batteries■ Fit and balance tyres■ Have computerised all-wheel alignment■ Fit new batteries
tyres 2 go
money.The NZ owned and operated business
already has convenient branches in Opawa and Sockburn and a mobile service.
It is one-stop-shop for the world’s leading brands of tyres and batteries for all passenger cars, 4x4, sports utility vehicles and light commercial vehicles.
At Tyres 2 Go, you will find competitive prices and helpful staff offering honest, expert advice with the highest quality of original brands, such as Toyo, Michelin, Kumho, Nitto, Goodride and ATR Sport. They also provide a three-year warranty on their Power Build Batteries.
Safety is paramount at Tyres 2 Go, along with cleanliness and environmentally friendly working conditions.
tyres are a crucial element of road
safety and properly maintained they will help ensure
safe and comfortable motoring for you and your family.
AUTOPROS
HAve yOU gOT veHicle PROblemS??
visit your local automotive professional
Tyres 2 Go will soon open its third branch at 13 Stone Street, Kaiapoi.
Owner Andrew Taylor is looking forward to the opening on February
2, and providing a service for their regular clients and new ones. He apologises for the delay in not opening sooner due to building delays.
Tyres 2 Go is a popular choice with up to 40 per cent discounts they provide and a
quick, efficient whi le-you-wait service that is great value for your
mainland pressTHUrsdaY JanUarY 31 2013 29
KAIAPOI13 STONE STP. 327 7140OPAWA25 OPAWA RDP. 374 5034SOCKBURN477 BLENHEIM RDP. 341 7675MOBILE SERVICESHIRLEY, NEW BRIGHTON, PAPANUI, LINWOODP. 374 5035
DISCOUNTOn quality BrandsTyres & Batteries
SAVE UP TO
40%OPEN 7 DAYS Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Saturday-Sunday 8am-3pm
At we are proud to be your local tyre and mechanical service centre.
Drive into our workshops OR our fleet of mobile tyre service vans will come to you at home, work, anywhere in Christchurch
www.T yRES2gO.CO.Nz
ALL MECHANICAL REPAIRS, SERvICINg AND WOF
961 Colombo St (Cnr Colombo/Purchas St) Ph: 385 8890Web: www.pistoncranky.co.nz Hrs: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
YOuR LOCAL FAMILY RuN
AutOMOtIvE buSINESSbill and Karen Martyn
There’s not much we can’t do
There’s not much we can’t do
ALL MECHANICAL REPAIRS,
SERvICINg AND WOF
961 Colombo St (Cnr Colombo/Purchas St) Ph: 385 8890
Web: www.pistoncranky.co.nz Hrs: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
264 TUAM STREET(Between Barbadoes & Madras Streets)
We Buy, Sell & Dismantle Vans & CarsWe Pick Up Out Of Christchurch
P. 379 7170 or A/H 027 222 3241
Now Incorporating City South Tyres New & Used Tyres For As Little As $30 Fitted
Back Packer Vehicles Available WITH Guaranteed Buy Back
• Provide Full Workshop Facilities • Full Servicing & WOF Repairs
• Towing Available • Good Hourly Rate • Same Day Clutch Replacement
• 2 Day Engine Replacement• Mechanical & Exhaust Repairs
City South Van Spares
NOW AT
owned & operated100%
94 Buchan Street • Sydenham • Christchurch Ph: 03 377 2020
• Autolights for all automotive lights
• Autolights for all plastic welding
WHY WOULDN'T YOU TRY US FIRST?
locally owned and operated supporting cantabrians
DIeSeL
288 Lincoln Road (opp ANZ) Ph: 338 8884 • www.dieseldoctor.co.nz
The diesel professionals specialising in
4WDRePaiRs & seRvicing
all WoRkguaRanTeeD
Full mechanical servicing for BMW’s
Speialising in dismantling BMW’s
Purchasing pre-loved & damaged BMW’s
noW oPen euRocaRe seRvice
65 McAlpine Ave, Sockburn, Chch. Ph (03) 341 6678 [email protected]
caR ligHTs
FOR ALL YOUR AUTOMOTIVE LAMP REqUIREMENTS INCLUDING
325 Brougham Street, Sydenham, ChristchurchP: 03 365 3600 F: 03 371 1101 E: [email protected]
• VAn liGHTS • 4x4 liGHTS • TRuCk liGHTS • TRAilER liGHTS • lED
We can also REPAIR your existing lights includingHeadlamp Adjusters, Lens Refurbishment and Plastic Welding
kiwi owned & operated42 years experience
• TYRES FROM $20• ENGINES FROM $200• LIGHTS FROM $20
812 Jones road, rolleston PH WEEkDaYS 0800 248 639
Mechanical and auto electronics
Special
693 FERRY RD PHONE 384-9092(Located in Woolston Village)
PANASONIC BATTERIES IN STOCK NOW
Tyres 2 Go - a new branch in Kaiapoi
Tyres 2 Go is open seven days a week, Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm, Saturday 8am to 3pm and Sunday 9am to 3pm. Visit www.tyres2go.co.nz.
■ Stock tyres and batteries■ Fit and balance tyres■ Have computerised all-wheel alignment■ Fit new batteries
tyres 2 go
money.The NZ owned and operated business
already has convenient branches in Opawa and Sockburn and a mobile service.
It is one-stop-shop for the world’s leading brands of tyres and batteries for all passenger cars, 4x4, sports utility vehicles and light commercial vehicles.
At Tyres 2 Go, you will find competitive prices and helpful staff offering honest, expert advice with the highest quality of original brands, such as Toyo, Michelin, Kumho, Nitto, Goodride and ATR Sport. They also provide a three-year warranty on their Power Build Batteries.
Safety is paramount at Tyres 2 Go, along with cleanliness and environmentally friendly working conditions.
tyres are a crucial element of road
safety and properly maintained they will help ensure
safe and comfortable motoring for you and your family.
AUTOPROS
HAve yOU gOT veHicle PROblemS??
visit your local automotive professional
Tyres 2 Go will soon open its third branch at 13 Stone Street, Kaiapoi.
Owner Andrew Taylor is looking forward to the opening on February
2, and providing a service for their regular clients and new ones. He apologises for the delay in not opening sooner due to building delays.
Tyres 2 Go is a popular choice with up to 40 per cent discounts they provide and a
quick, efficient whi le-you-wait service that is great value for your
NOW OPEN EUROCARE SERVICENOW dismantling BMW Minis
65 McAlpine Ave, Sockburn, Chch. Ph (03) 341 6678 | [email protected]
Full mechanical servicing for BMW’sSpecialising in dismantling BMW’sPurchasing pre-loved & damaged BMW’s
CARS - TRUCKS - VANS - 4WDSNew + Used Lamps for Cars, Trucks, Vans,
4WD, Motorhomes, Trailers & LEDs.
We can repair your existing lights including: Headlamp Adjusters, Lens Refurbishment
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F: 03 371 1101E: [email protected] Brougham Street, Christchurch
0800 225 483For all your automotive Lamp Requirements
Warrant of fitness repairs & servicingFull Forecourt ServicesTrailer HireLPG certificatesTyre Bay
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“Locally owned & operated for over 40 years”
We accept all supermarket dockets & 8c off per litre with Gold card (conditions apply)
• Award winning Technician - Specialist in Chrylser, Jeep and Dodge• Honest, Friendly, Reliable & Personalised service• Competitive prices• No job too big or too small
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Trades & Services
Cracked tiles?Dirty grout?
Old or mouldy silicon?
Steve Ph 03 337 1358/ 022 395 6632Brett Ph 03 358 5105 / 027 746 7632
www.groutpro.co.nz
AntiquesANTIQUE GOLD JEWELLERY wanted, gold rings, chains, brooches, medals. Great price for gold pocket watches, ph 03 351-9139
GOLD SOVEREIGNS and other gold coins wanted. Also scrap gold, broken or damaged gold jewellery, alluvial gold, nuggets, etc, top price paid ph 03 351-9139
OLD COINS & BANKNOTES wanted. Also old medals of any sort, military, sporting, agricultural, lodge, dance & band medals, etc, ph 03 351-9139
Business for Sale
• Maintenance and Repairs
• Concrete Work• Ceilings and
Wallboards• Bathrooms and
Alterations• Weatherboards
and Decks
FRANCHISES AVAILABLE
New & Established businesses for sale
Priced from $8,000.00 plus equipment
(conditions apply)Are you wanting
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Curtains
CURTAINFABRICS
European designs/coloursEnds of linesManufacturers secondsBy the metre or made to measure
CURTAINFABRIC OUTLET
71 Hawdon st SydenhamPh 366-5026
8.30-4.30 Weekdays
Funeral Directors
Direct CremationNo frills, No Service,
No fuss, simply straight to the crem.
Other options available
Ph: 379 0178 for our brochure or email office@ undertaker.co.nz
Garage SalesAVONHEAD ROTARY CLUB. Monster charity garage / car boot sale, This Saturday 16th May, 8am - 12.30 at Burnside Bowling Club, 330 Avonhead Road. Huge variety of useable items & stalls .Sausage sizzle. Donated goods can be dropped off at bowling club Friday 15th May. Contact Dennis 354-0553 or 0274 864 787 for a car boot site.
Gardening & Supplies
A GARDEN TIDY UP? Rose & fruit tree pruning, Lawns, Gardening, consistently reliable general property upkeep, Dip. Hort. 10 yrs experience, One off tidy ups or on-going service. Nick’s Property Maintenance. Keeping your garden beautiful. Free Quote. Ph. 942-4440
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• All major Welding Unit Standards - MIG, TIG, ARC
• AS/NZ 2980 Welding Certificate in all Mild & Stainless Steel applications
Weka Pass RailwayWaipara, North Canterbury
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We Are Running SunDAY 17th MAY
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Infoline Chch 96 22 999 Depart Glenmark Station
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DEMOLITIONWith care and respect we will remove your dwelling. Our policy is to recycle as much as we can. We are a
local company specialising in residential properties. We
will endeavor to cater for your individual needs.Ph. R.M. Solutions
021 02866981 for a free quote.
Waterblasting, rope & harness
a speciality, no scaffolding
required, 30 years of
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ROOF PAINTING
Phone Kevin 027 561 4629
15% discount off all other written roof
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ANDREWS TREE CARE Services, tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, shelterbelt clean up, section clearing, rubbish removals, excavation work, ph 027 728 5688
APPLIANCES & WHITEWARE Sales and service, 12 mths guarantee, free delivery in Chch area, Appliance Services, Showroom Shop 12 New Brighton mall (Pierside). Phone 388 4780
9168
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• Maintenance and Repairs
• Concrete Work• Ceilings and
Wallboards• Bathrooms and
Alterations• Weatherboards
and Decks
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Mobile 021 379 477www.jims.co.nz
Barry McGowanLicensed Certified
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BRICKLAYER George Lockyer. Over 30 years bricklaying experience. UK trained. Licensed Building Practitioner number BP105608. Insurance work. EQC repairs. Heritage brickwork a speciality. No job too small. Governors Bay. Home 329-9344, Cell 027 684-4046, email [email protected]
BRICKLAYER Qualified, brick & block, also repairs. Finished to a high standard, ph Mike 022 369-4007
BUILDER For all building work but specialist in bathroom renovations, 25 yrs experience, with service and integrity. Free Quotes. Ph Lachlan 383-1723 or 0274 367-067.
CARRIER LoCAL experienced, friendly, trade-me purchases, single items to truck loads, furniture to whatever, removals & trade deliveries a specialty. Ph GEH 341-5069
CARPET CLEANING and free deodorising, 3 rooms & hallway from $59, over 20 yrs experience ph 027 220-2256
CARPETLAYER Laying and Repairs, 35 yrs experience, ph Peter 326-7711 or 027 240-6532
CHIMNEY CLEANING Clean Sweep Canterbury Ltd, Professional, Guaranteed Service, (formerly Abel & Prestige Chimney Cleaning Ltd), Ph 0800 SWEEPER - 0800 793 3737
Trades & Services
DRIVEWAYSReplace, repair or new. We are a local company
with over 10 yrs exp. We also operate a digger for all other
earthworks.Ph. R.M. Solutions
021 02866981 for a free quote.
FURNITURE REMoVALS Large Trucks $95 + GST per hour 7 day NZ wide, packing & moving, Professional Company, Professional Service. Canterbury Relocations Ltd. ph 0800 359 9313
oVEN CLEANING Professional cleans $50.00. Gift Vouchers avail. Phone 0800 683-6253 or 027 228-0025
PAINTING & DECoRATING interior & exterior, gib fixing, plastering, paperhanging, Est 50 yrs in ChCh, ph Wingfields Ltd, Painting Plastering Division, ph Mark 021 171-1586
PAINTER Top quality work, interior/exterior, pensioners discount, free quotes, 30 years experience, I stand by Canterbury, ph Wayne your friendly painter 03 385-4348 or 027 274-3541
PAINTER & DECoRAToR private & commercial painters, operating in Canberbury for 25 years, EQC Registered & Opt Out work, fully insured, ph Warren 322 5042 or 027 388 7769
PAINTING & PLASTERING Excellent finish and customer service. Avail now. Ph Chris 027 223 8542
PLASTERER SoLID both ext & int work, Scottish Tradesman with over 30 yrs experience, FREE Quotes, ph Donald 354-5153 or 021 023-26186
PLASTERER - GIB SToPPING Small job specialty. 30 years experience. Ring 0800 387-369
PLUMBER For prompt service for all plumbing maintenance, repairs and alterations. Phone Michael 364 7080 or 027 438 3943
Trades & Services
FENCE PAINTING/ STAINING Quality at a reasonable price. Free quotes. Phone Warren today on 980-1676 or 027 2014713
CARPETLAYER Laying and Repairs, 35 yrs experience, ph Peter 326-7711 or 027 240-6532
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PLUMBER A Top Plumbing job completed at a fair price, prompt service, all work guaranteed, Ph Brian 960-7673 or 021 112-3492
PROPERTY MainTEnancE gutter cleaning, lawn mowing gardening, pruning, paving, etc ph Dave 027 334 4125 for friendly service
REGiSTERED ELEcTRician for all electrical installations & repairs Ph 03 348 6558 or 021 026 73375
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Trades & Services
STEELcut to lengthDIY Home Handy-Men
& Women
STEEL CANTERBURY LTDMon-Fri 8-4.30 | Sat 8-12pm
6 Cable St, SockburnP 943 6525 F 943 6527
Need a piece of steel for your trailer or small
repair job at home or maybe some Re-Bar
but don’t want to buy a full 6 or 8 meter length?
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SPOUTinG cLEaninG Spouting Unblocked, Cleaned Out and Flushed Out. Also Full Handyman Services Available. Call Trevor 384-3435 or 021 043-2034
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TREE WORK Hedge trimming, stump grinding, rubbish removed, small job specialty Ph Andrew 03 322-8341 or 027 435-8759
T.V. SERVicE cEnTRE Repairs, tvs, microwaves, stereos, DVD, aerial installations and kitsets 301 Brougham Street, ph 03 379 1400
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Professional carPet cleaning
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Designers Comment - Amanda
Irresistibly Elegant! In my opinion less is more! When handle-less design meets high
gloss lacquer the effect is entirely harmonious with a contemporary , streamline,
linear appearance. Come and see why our newly installed kitchen is the star of the
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Traditionally Timeless! A traditional cottage style kitchen with pilasters, light
pelmet and cornice, complement perfectly to create a modern kitchen design with
traditional style features. The Castello is an inexpensive vinyl wrapped door tough
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Stunning & Seamless! This Durable Melamine kitchen with Laser fused PVC edging
has removed the unsightly glue marks that are prevalent in many Melamine kitchens,
at the low end of the price range (Price Group.2) this makes Laser an extremely
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Chic French inspired! A favourite of mine with a
beautifully soft honed lacquer finish, ideal if sun
reflection is an issue.
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laminate timber top. Antique iron handles and framed glass
doors with delicate curved lighting above ensures you will have a
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I love this high quality Lacquered finish. The stunning Lacquer high
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I believe Flash is best value lacquered you could get in Christchurch.
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In price group 1 Speed gives you the opportunity to own a fantastic quality kitchen
at the most affordable of prices. All of our kitchens are of the same quality
cabinet for every price group, it is only the door that changes, so you can be
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