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Proud moment for musicians Concertmaster Grace Leehan (left) and first violin deputy Grace Mckenzie were among 13 students from Rangi Ruru Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; School who took the stage last week with the New Zealand Secondary Schoolsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Symphony Orchestra. The senior role of concertmaster was awarded to Grace, a year 12 student, following auditions late last year. A record number of Rangi music scholars won positions in the NZSSO. Director of music, Janet Kingsbury, said Rangi was very proud of its students. The concert was held at St Margaretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

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Owaka Pit debris to be cleared BY BRIDGET RUTHERFORD

The removal of burnt debris at the controversial Owaka Pit will begin this week â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at a cost of nearly $3 million. The city council issued an abatement notice to Owaka Holdings Ltd on Tuesday to â&#x20AC;&#x153;immediately commence removingâ&#x20AC;? the pile of debris. Nine thousand tonnes of burnt medium density fibre debris will be removed.

The city council has given the company 12 months to remove the pile, but the cost would be significant in that time frame. City council inspections and enforcement unit manager Anne Columbus said there was a risk with ordering the pile to be removed within the 12-month time frame because the business may not be able to sustain the cost. The cost of removing the debris would be about $370 a tonne, so

Owaka Holdings Ltd was facing the cost of nearly $3 million, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The expense could lead to bankruptcy, then we would be no better off. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is unrealistic for it to be taken off the site in 12 months. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a significant cost to any business.â&#x20AC;? She said the council would monitor the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress in removing the debris, and would look at extending the abatement notice

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if it was not removed within the 12 months. Owaka Holdings Ltd director Alan Edge said the company had planned to remove the medium density fibre before the notice was issued and would not be appealing it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to remove it.â&#x20AC;? He said the removal would be â&#x20AC;&#x153;well under wayâ&#x20AC;? this week and there were no safety issues surrounding it. â&#x20AC;˘Turn to page 2

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celebrating. The Riccarton-Wigram Community Board was informed of the abatement notice at its meeting on Tuesday. Board chairman Mike Mora was pleased with the outcome. “Thanks for the tenacity on this one.”

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Monday April 20 2015

Reprieve for trees

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A no-stopping restriction on Athol Tce between Peer and Brodie Sts has been approved by the Riccarton-Wigram Community Board. Current restrictions only extend 12m from the Athol Tce and Peer St intersection. The new restrictions will run for 24m to ensure vehicles do not park within 6m of the pedestrian island and block access to Athol Tce.

BY BRIDGET RUTHERFORD The Riccarton-Wigram Community Board has managed to stall plans to cut down trees to make way for a U-turn facility outside a new fast food restaurant on Main South Rd. The board deferred making a decision on the city council plan at its meeting last week until a report on other traffic plans for the area is received. Chairman Mike Mora and board member, deputy mayor Vicki Buck were angry about the possibility the trees would be cut down. The turning facility would allow customers to turn into the new Carl’s Jr. restaurant which is going in at the former Clocktower site. The new restaurant will be the first Carl’s Jr. to open in the South Island. Cutting down the trees, which are located on the median between Brynley St and Chappie Pl, would mean it could be narrowed to accommodate the U-turning bay. Mr Mora was strongly against the idea and said it was “totally unacceptable”. Ms Buck asked why the board should care about installing a turning bay outside the food chain. She said restaurant customers should have to drive up the road and turn around so they could go and get their fix of fast food. City council traffic engineer

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The Riccarton-Wigram Community Board has approved the name Menin Gate Cres for a road in a new subdivision off Vanguard Drive. The name is derived from the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres, Belgium, dedicated to the British and Commonwealth soldiers who were killed in the Ypres Salient of World War 1, and whose graves are unknown. Vanguard is the name given to the leading part of an advancing military formation, which links the two together.

LTP submissions GETTING THE CHOP?: Restaurant Brands Ltd and the city council want to remove four plane trees from Main South Rd to make way for a U-turn facility. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN Steve Dejong said there were other things going on in the area that this would tie in with, but did not elaborate on what they were. The report said that with the food chain going in at that site, it would add traffic to the Main South Rd, Brynley and Tower Sts intersection, and a turning facility would help resolve those issues. Restaurant Brands Ltd, which

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owns Carl’s Jr. along with other chains KFC, Pizza Hut and Starbucks, has offered to share the costs of the installation, and as a

result the city council would save money. The council’s share is estimated to be about $95,000. The company has also proposed to plant 12 oak trees on the Main South Rd boundary of its site. Restaurant Brands Ltd was not available for comment. The board unanimously decided to defer the report until an omnibus report is received.

Submissions on the city council’s Long Term Plan for 2015-2025 will close on April 28 at 12pm. The plan covers everything the city council does over the next 10 years and beyond, and also outlines options for dealing with an estimated $1.2 billion funding shortfall resulting from the earthquakes. Public hearings will take place next month before a plan is adopted at the end of June. Submissions forms can be downloaded at www.ccc.govt.nz/thecouncil/ policiesreportsstrategies/ltccp/ index.aspx

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Driving along plans for Anzac Brendan Muir has been the president of the Paparua Templeton RSA for two terms and is in the middle of organising this year’s 100th commemoration Anzac Day service this weekend. Reporter Bridget Rutherford chats to him about his role at the RSA, his career in the army and the upcoming commemorations. So can you tell me a bit about yourself? Well I’m the president of the Paparua Templeton RSA. I was a serving soldier and probably one of the only serving as president at the moment because I still serve as an army reserve. I am a driving instructor for the defence force based out in Burnham. And how long did you serve for? I basically did 32 years. I was at RNZCT (Royal New Zealand Corps of Transport) and about 14 or 15 years ago, turned to the Royal New Zealand Army Logistics Regiment. I was employed as a driver throughout my whole career and I am now a driving instructor, licensing officer and a workplace assessor. And what was it that drew you to driving? I actually fell into it by accident. Basically Timor was kicking off about 12-15 years ago, it was probably longer than that actually, and they needed people with courses under their belts. There wasn’t anyone doing it full-time so I did it.

And what about you, where are you based? I live in Islington now, but I was born and bred in Balfour down in Southland. I joined the army in March 1987 and you do various postings around the country and other places. I did two years in Singapore and various postings in Burnham and Linton and I went to the Sinai Peninsula. What is your role at the RSA? So at the RSA, as president, I oversee the running of the club. We’ve got various people in roles like the treasurer and secretary. They have their own roles within the club, like the secretary will do things like the minutes for our meetings. Our membership is around 500-plus. It’s a reasonably big club. The executives are

HAPPY: Brendan Muir is in his second term of serving as the Paparua Templeton RSA president. volunteers and the bar staff are volunteers. We do pay our office administrator who comes in three

days a week for about 3-4 hours each time. And with your role, how much

time do you spend fulfilling those duties? I probably look at around a couple of hours a week to 10-12 hours a week. This is my second term as president of the club. It will be two years in September. I have probably been a member of the club for about eight years and I do enjoy it. Why did you decide to join the club? I think the welfare of the members, some of them are getting a bit older and I thought it would be good to join. It is a big club and working men’s clubs are good too but being a serving member it seemed like the natural area to go to as opposed to a working men’s club. And what brought you to Christchurch? Oh the joys of being in the army you get posted to various locations. The Burnham camp is just down the road so I ended up in Christchurch and bought a house here in Islington. I like it here. So with Anzac Day coming up and being the 100th commemorations, will the club be doing something extra special for it? Yes we will be doing something a bit special for it. This year we’re taking the focus away from the cenotaph and focusing on the memorial garden. We’ve got plants in the garden that are indigenous to Gallipoli, like the Gallipoli Rose and some others. So our service is going to be held there and we are looking at having three flags flying during the service.

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REMEMBRANCE: A parade will march along Banks St and finish at the Paparua Templeton RSA on Saturday. CHANGE IN SCENE: The RSA memorial garden where this year’s Anzac Day commemorations will be held. service. And do you live in Islington with family? Yes, I’ve got a son and a daughter, I’m separated and have a new partner now. I have a couple of grandkids too that keep me busy. I just feed them up with chocolates. And what are some of your other hobbies? Resting actually. I like a bit of reading and that, but that’s about it. And where would be your favourite holiday destination? I’m lucky enough that with work I’m stuck down in Tekapo at the moment just for the day. I get around the South Island for the courses. I enjoy it at home really because I’m away a lot.

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Annual Anzac Day commemorations will take place on Saturday with a number of services and parades in the western area. The services and parades will mark the 100th anniversary of the landing of Anzac troops in Gallipoli where 2721 New Zealand soldiers died. The 20th Battalion Association service will be held at Jane Deans Close, Riccarton, at 9am. The Halswell Domain will again host a service at the war memorial at 9am. A service at the Hei Hei War Memorial will also be held at 9am. Canterbury University will host a service at the Puaka James Hight

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The New Zealand flag, the Australian and the Turkish. We will have the firing party and a cenotaph guard from Burnham doing the military side of things. Then we will have the parade marching along Bank St and finishing at the car park at the RSA. And why the switch to the memorial garden this year? Basically due to the significance of Anzac Day. We have a Gallipoli lone pine planted in the car park which was planted by members in 1985. We needed something to bring the focus there this year. If you go back 100 years, cenotaphs weren’t really around at that time. So is there a lot to organise for the service? We’ve been trying to get a bugler but we have tracked one down, every one wants a bugler at this time of the year for their services. Last year we estimated about 1000 people at the service and this year I’d say we could exceed 1000. It can be a lot to organise but if you’ve got the right format all set up it’s usually quite easy. So you’ve got the portaloos, flag polls, bar staff and we rely a lot on our executive committee. Everyone’s got their niche that they organise and know what to do. And everyone will be hoping the weather is nice for the service and the parade. Yes definitely, last year it started raining towards the end, but we were lucky right through the

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University to loan money for crossing BY BRIDGET RUTHERFORD

A new pedestrian crossing on Waimairi Rd will work in with the new Uni-Cycle link. The new shared signalised pedestrian and cycle crossing will be installed 11m south of the Dovedale Ave and Waimairi Rd intersection, outside Canterbury University’s Dovedale campus. The estimated cost of the project is $350,000. An existing pedestrian island refuge will be removed. The island was installed at the beginning of the year to help students cross, but stirred debate with residents and the Riccarton-Wigram Community Board, who believed it was unsafe. It was estimated about 500 engineering students would be crossing the road an hour to get to the Dovedale campus where their classes are now held due to building repairs on the Ilam campus. The university has agreed to pay for the signalised crossing to be installed and would be reimbursed by the council at a later date. Canterbury University stakeholder relations advisor Sander Kriek told the community board the university had needed to see some urgency to install the crossing for the safety of its students. He said the university was concerned the incorporating of the cycleway with the pedestrian crossing would slow up the process but it was now satisfied things were happening quickly. Board chairman Mike Mora said he was pleased with the result. “We got a very quick result.” It would now go back to the city council for final approval.

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Photo of soldier finds its way back to family BY TOM DOUDNEY

A Burnside woman has received a treasured gift for Anzac Day. On Sunday, Jane O’Flaherty was expected to pick up a photograph of her great uncle, Samuel Francis Haughey, who left Rolleston for the battlefields of Europe, 100 years ago, to fight in World War 1. Samuel Haughey was killed in action in France on June 20, 1918, aged 35. Rolleston resident Annette Foster has held the photograph in safe keeping for more than 15 years. It was one of four colourised photographs of World War 1 soldiers pulled from underneath the stage of the Rolleston Memorial Hall before its demolition in 1999. Mrs Foster, a former Selwyn district councillor, has since sought to find relatives of all four men. Mrs O’Flaherty was alerted to the photograph thanks to a series of coincidences. Although she usually goes by her married name, she has continued to use her maiden name, Haughey, at work. After recently starting work at the South Island Al-

liance she struck up a conversation with colleague Julia McCombe and the pair got talking about their family connections to Cheviot, where Samuel Haughey originally came from. After reading about Mrs Foster’s search in the Selwyn Times, Mrs McCombe put two and two together and emailed Mrs O’Flaherty. Mrs O’Flaherty said she was grateful to Mrs McCombe and to Mrs Foster for the “incredibly generous thing she has done” in persisting with the search after so many years. “I’m so delighted and I just feel that coming so close to the [Gallipoli] centenary celebrations it’s quite spooky really,” she said. “To think that [Samuel Haughey] has obviously been honoured by a community, which is terrific, and then has been parked under a stage somewhere. I just feel that I want to put him up on our wall and tell stories about him.” Mrs Foster said she was pleased to be bringing closure to the matter and it was great that a reader had taken the time to help.

A COMMON SENSE PLAN FOR CHRISTCHURCH The City Council has said it wants to spend $4.68b on capital works over ten years. It proposes to borrow $2.38b by 2020. It proposes to sell $750m of assets. It proposes to increase rates by a total of 75% over 10 years.

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Cut $700m (about 15%) from a capital works programme that is already behind schedule.

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Use money retained to; • reduce borrowing (save ratepayers hundreds of millions in interest) • speed up repair of roads.

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Likely compromise on dairy parking BY BRIDGET RUTHERFORD A Riccarton Rd dairy owner is likely to retain a parking spot outside his premises after concerns were raised about the effect the loss of two parks would have on business. The city council is proposing to replace a zebra crossing between Rattray St and Shand Cres with pedestrian operated traffic signals. But the plans would have resulted in the loss of the two roadside parks outside the Naresh Foodstore to incorporate cycle lanes. Foodstore owner Naresh Patel told the Riccarton-Wigram Community Board that the majority of his customers would stop in those parks for convenience as they drove towards the city. He said back in November the parks were unusable because there were roadworks outside the dairy to install an internet cable. He lost 70 per cent of his business as a result of that. City council traffic engineer Steve Dejong told the RiccartonWigram Community Board that every time roads are upgraded, cycling facilities have to be included in the plans. Board member Debbie Mora questioned whether there could be a cycle lane incorporated into the footpath so the parks could stay. “Can we not have a compromise here? We’re talking about 70 per cent of a man’s business.” Board member Peter Laloli said without the parks on Riccarton Rd, people would have to park on Puriri St.

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CONVENIENCE: A proposed signalised pedestrian crossing will result in the loss of parking outside Naresh Foodstore on Riccarton Rd. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN But that street was due to be upgraded before the earthquakes and there was a risk those parks would be removed later if the upgrade went ahead, he said. “We’re going to put the guy out of business for the sake of some parks.” Mr Dejong said it was dangerous to incorporate a footpath and a cycle lane, and the best way to resolve the issue was take the cycle facili-

ties out of the plans. But Deputy Mayor Vicki Buck backed the idea to have cycling facilities. “There are bikers on Riccarton Rd, we have to try and make them safe.” The board voted unanimously to approve the installation of the signalised pedestrian crossing but did not approve the loss of parking outside the dairy.

It requested the city council write a report on keeping a five-minute park which would come back to the board for final approval. Mr Patel said he was happy with the outcome of the meeting and the support he received from the community board members. “They all made the effort to come and see what my position was. “I was quite impressed by that.”

This last week has seen a sudden plunge into wintry weather that caused a few places to leak and some others to flood. It also saw bitterly cold temperatures that would have sent the power usage rocketing as heaters and heat pumps were fired up. It’s probably a good time just now to remind those of you that still are able to stoke up the fireplace of the need for real care in disposing of fire ash. Every winter we attend fires where somebody’s laundry or woodshed has gone up in flames because the occupants have cleaned out the fireplace and put the ash out in a combustible container, like a box, or up against dry timber. Please remember that ash can remain hot enough to start fire for up to five days. So when you empty the fire box a day after the last fire, even though the ash doesn’t appear very warm it is quite capable of burning your house down. The best way I used to find was to scatter the ash on the vege garden. Not in a big heap but spread out enough so that heat can dissipate. It’s good for the garden and prevents fire.

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First 15s get ready for season The UC Championship secondary schools first 15 rugby competition begins on Saturday. Reporter Kyle Knowles looks at how each Christchurch school is shaping up and what they are looking to achieve in the 2015 season

•Christchurch Boys’ High are looking to go back-to-back after going undefeated across 16 games in 2014 but coach Rhys Archibald knows the competition is going to be a lot stiffer this year. They have five regular starters returning from 2014 with another handful of players who were part of the squad. “A couple guys who are obviously crucial for us are Josh Mckay who is back from last year, a firstfive who played well last season and he is another year older and key for us. “Will Jordan at fullback played a bit too but broke his arm but he is back and is playing very well at the moment”. Archibald said loose forward Jesse Houston and lock Nathan Evans were both ones to look out for and were stepping up in preseason games. Boys’ High’s first game is against

UC Championship round one draw: Christ’s College v St Thomas’ St Bede’s v Shirley Boys’ Christchurch Boys’ v Rangiora High Nelson College v Timaru Boys’ Ashburton College v Burnside High Roncalli College v Marlborough Boys’ St Andrew’s v Lincoln High Waimea College; Bye

LEADER: Boys’ High first-five and senior player Josh Mckay in front of the main ground at the school where they open the season against Rangiora on Saturday. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN Rangiora and Archibald said they under their belts as possible before will not be taking them lightly as the competition began. they were one of the few teams to They travelled to Auckland cause Boys’ High any trouble in where they lost to St Peter’s Col2014. lege and had a win over Rosmini •St Thomas’ know they have a College before playing two touring tough road to push their way up Australian sides and two more the ladder but have had an intense games at a tournament in Oamaru. pre-season to prepare for 2015. “It is a pretty new team with a Coach Paul Burton said they couple of year 11 boys and only have a lot of new players this year one or two year 13s coming back and wanted to get as many games so it is quite a young side but I

don’t think we’ll be left wanting there. “The guys we’ve got are actually really young impressive boys, in particular Patrick Elia. We did blood a few young guys last year too and foresaw Delane Luke and Hugo Moffet coming through.” For a small school Burton still has some lofty goals. “We’re still building as a team but come with a goal of wanting to be in the top six. It is a big goal for us as a small school and depth is always an issue but that’s always our challenge and we want to grab some scalps of the big teams along the way. Getting up for all the games and consistency are going to be our biggest challenges.” •Burnside High were a much

improved side in 2014 and have aspirations to go even higher this season. Coach Kevin Harding said it was tough for a school with a limited number of rugby players to pick from but was aiming to reach the top four. “I think our first goal is to compete. Being a small rugby school we want to compete with the bigger schools consistently.” Burnside have 10 players returning from last year and Harding said having the experience of those guys on the paddock will be crucial for them. He said midfield back Jack Lindsay and flanker Cam Russell were Burnside’s players to watch. “The consistent challenge for us will be injuries. If we get injuries to key guys we haven’t got the depth to replace them”. •St Andrew’s have high expectations this year with 14 players from the 2014 squad returning. Co-coach Mike Johnston said those guys returning will have gained valuable experience in last year’s team and one of their main goals was to develop that group of players and have set some realistic goals for the team to achieve. He said they are aiming for a top six finish and to be the best co-ed school in Christchurch, which will not be easy.

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to kick off “I think it s going to be a very even competition this year. No one will be head and shoulders above this year. Every school is lifting their profile as far as first 15 rugby goes and every team is going to be very evenly matched.” Johnston said his side’s two key players this year would be lock George Mirfin and first-five Elliot Smith. •St Bede’s missed out on the semi-finals in 2014 and are looking to re-establish themselves as the top rugby school in the city. Coach Andrew Langley said they were still rebuilding after being runners-up in 2012 and beaten semi-finalists in 2013 but like all teams have set their sights back on the top four. St Bede’s have three established first 15 players in the squad this year with midfield back Dylan Lolohea, loose forward Moeaki Toma and lock Jackson Kearney backing up who will be expected to lead from the front. Langley said there is a good range of younger guys in the squad and was focusing on getting off to a good start against Shirley Boys’ in the first round. “I think Shirley are going to be a tough challenge. We may have played them in the first

GRUDGE MATCH: Former Christ’s player Harry Peeters spins the ball wide during last year’s game against Boys High. This year’s match-up will be held on May 28. PHOTO: MARTIN HUNTER round last year too but if you look at the progression of both teams last year the trajectory of both teams was quite different and they’re coming off the back of a good finish to the end of last season.” •Christ’s had a disappointing 2014 with only three wins and finishing 10th on the ladder and will be looking to get back in the top half of the competition. With a first-up game against a young St Thomas’ side they will be looking to start the season on a high note and build their way through to the annual college match against Christchurch Boys’ in round six. Christ’s have not won the

biggest fixture in Christchurch schoolboys rugby since 2000. Last year they lost 28-3 and went agonisingly close in 2013 losing 7-6. •Shirley Boys’ are coming off an improved year in 2014 with the goal of getting back into the top four for the first time since 2003 this season. Coach Alan Lindsay is back for another stint at the helm and has got some experienced players to work with. “We had less (experience) last year but we brought through four or five year 11s so its good to have them back a year wiser and a year bigger”. They have retained more than

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foundation Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery is a special character state school where students are central in directing their own learning.

e are currently located on two campuses, with our Year 1 to 6 students located in Halswell and our Year 7 to 13 students at the University of Canterbury. We are moving closer to establishing our innovative new campus back in the central city.

An exciting future

A All of our students, from new entrants to Year 13, are able plan their learning around their personal interests, needs and passions. This diverse and flexible approach to developing individual learning pathways allows parents to work with learning advisors and the student to explore all aspects of the curriculum in a safe and supportive environment. Our students are encouraged to be creative, innovative and take risks with their learning. We are a school that values supportive relationships as they give us a solid foundation to nurture, guide and help our students direct their learning. They also build a sense of belonging that strengthens each member of our learning community. We are always looking for a whanau who enjoy taking an active role in their child’s education and are willing to be members of a place where learning can truly happen at any time and any place.

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ranui High is delighted to be able to invite parents and caregivers to a number of visitor days over the May to July period to view our school in operation and to ask questions about the school’s current position as it moves towards the exciting future of the Aranui Community Campus. With its history of success and innovation in many different areas, the school remains in a strong position to cater for a wide range of abilities and interests. Aranui Academies continue to offer niche programmes which are as popular as ever. The Aranui Services Academy is one of only four in the South Island, which have recently completed their two-week induction programme at Burnham Military Camp. This very hands-on programme caters for the needs of students who flourish in a very practically based environment with a strong focus on physical skills and development, along with military drill, self-discipline training and outdoor adventure, including involvement in the Duke of Edinburgh scheme. Aranui is also very proud of the fact that it is a host school for the Canterbury Tertiary College (CTC) Level 2 cookery programme,

where students attend for two full days a week in an authentic commercial environment, and which provides 45 credits towards their Level 2 NCEA qualifications. All of our academy programmes, including childcare, carving, basketball, cisco computer networking, rugby league and rugby fundamentals and others are not only high interest programmes, but contribute significantly with the credits for NCEA Level 2 and above. The new Aranui campus will be built alongside the existing school which will minimise disruption to the school. With this process beginning in July this year, students will have the opportunity to see this new project rising, with the spectacular multi-million dollar investment in the future of education in eastern Christchurch. This new campus and the programmes it will offer will change the face of education in our region and places in the new school will be highly sought after. We welcome you to participate in one of the personalised tours which are on offer over coming weeks. We look forward to meeting you and having the opportunity to chat with you about the school and the future developments.

ARANUI HIGH SCHOOL

Welcome to our Open Day Events Personalised tours available on these dates: Tuesday, 26 May: 11.30am - 1.00pm Monday, 8 June: 11.30am - 1.00pm Tuesday, 23 June: 9.30am - 11.00am Tuesday, 25 July: 9.30am - 11.00am Tours finish with a morning/afternoon tea with the Principal to answer any questions. To book a place or for any further information, please contact Principal’s Secretary - principal@ahs.school.nz or phone 388 7083 extn 813.

Contacts for further information www.aranui-high.school.nz / principal@ahs.school.nz Ph (03) 388 7083

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Cashmere High School

– safe and equipped to excel

ne of the key questions parents ask when considering a school for their child is if it is a safe and friendly environment for them to be in and learn. Our strong and positive relationships are a key aspect Cashmere High School is very proud of. Information from existing parents in the community can be a useful way in ascertaining this, but so are the independent and professional Educational Review Office (ERO) reports. Our school’s ERO report identified this as a key strength here at Cashmere: “ERO observed respectful and affirming relationships throughout the school. Students spoken with by ERO, including Maori and Pacific students said they felt safe, valued and proud of their school…students and staff were respectful and affirming in their relationships with each other.” Cashmere High School students consistently excel when compared to national benchmarks in our NCEA national qualifications – especially in the most credible comparison, which is the attainment of their qualification with either a merit and/or excellence endorsement. In 2014, Cashmere was again one of the leading schools in the NZ Scholarship Awards. In alternative qualifications, Cashmere offers the Cambridge International Examinations as part of their academic extension programme. Our outstanding results over the years include students gaining the top subject marks in New Zealand and the world. Our school’s mission statement is,

and technology. It also means our vibrant and successful co-curricular sports programme goes well beyond the traditional options like basketball, football and netball to include

choices like archery, mountain biking and rock climbing. Cashmere’s strong reputation in the performing arts is well-founded with diverse opportunities, including school productions, stage challenge, choir, orchestra and music bands to name just a few. We welcome new students who seek to be part of our special community and enjoy a co-educational schooling focused on preparing them for the real world and an exciting future ahead. Our Open Day is on Tuesday, May 26, from 4pm until 6.30pm.

Modern and attractive learning environments Aidanﬁeld Christian School continues to grow strongly and has become well-established in the Halswell community. “Developing both the intellect and character of our students”, capturing our core purpose on both academic learning and achievement and also developing good strong character. We seek to craft good citizens through our vibrant opportunities in order to inspire personal and collective excellence. Fostering our school’s four values of citizenship, opportunity, vibrancy and excellence is a critical part of our school culture. The size of our school, with just over 1700 students from Year 9 to 13, provides suﬃcient numbers to be able to offer a diverse range of opportunities for all students. This includes our subject choices which cater for individual choices in specialist areas like languages, arts

rincipal Mark Richardson says that the roll has continued to grow, beginning this year with a very healthy figure of around 270 students. As a Year 1 to 10 school, we have found that strong interest in the school continues to demonstrate the support of the church community in the school-wide zone. There has also been an increase in parents who are non-church attending in the last year or two, suggesting there is a strong desire among parents for the values system that really good Christian schooling can consistently apply to life at school. Aidanfield Christian School is owned by

The Christian Schools Trust which has a long history of providing top quality Christian education. The trust has invested heavily into Aidanfield Christian School and as a result, all of the learning space bar one are modern and attractive learning environments. Two new classrooms are opening early next term and this adds to the 12 modern classrooms that make up the school currently. A new school hall is currently under construction and planning is already underway for further classroom developments in 2016 as the school roll grows. “Our community is demonstrating confidence in the learning that happens at Aidanfield Christian School,” says Mr Richardson.

Christian faith in action every day

Avonside Girls’ High School

OPEN EVENING

Tuesday 26 May 2015 from 5.00pm – 7.00pm The evening begins in the gymnasium at 5.00pm, with an address from the Principal, Mrs Sue Hume, and student representatives. A tour of the school follows, with the opportunity to talk to teachers and students.

We look forward to welcoming all prospective students and families for 2016.

Growing in Wisdom & Stature

We specialise in the middle years (year 7-10)

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excellent preparation for senior college years well prepared for life beyond the school gate

Application closing date for Years 7 to 10, 2016 enrolments is:

June 12, 2015 Enrolments for Years 1–6 close on August 28, 2015

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Excellent academic results Wide curriculum Personal challenges Specialist teachers Working together with families

For more information, contact us on: (03) 338 8153 or enrol@aidanfield.school.nz or go to our website www.aidanfield.school.nz

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New ways to engage learners

Educate, nurture and inspire

Catholic Cathedral College has embraced e-learning and is working towards all students using Chromebooks for their lessons and homework.

At Christchurch Girls’ High School, we believe each girl should be encouraged and guided to be all she is capable of becoming.

young women

e want her to be aware of the myriad of possibilities that exist so that she can become confident, resilient and skilled; a young woman who stands proud and tall, in any context, who not only has a voice but something to say and who is able to use the business metaphor to take a seat at any table she chooses. We believe we must educate, nurture and inspire young women. We wish to challenge eachers and students enjoy the marked and feedback provided through this. our students to be discerning critical and Google Apps for Education and Students are enjoying the ability to pause and creative thinkers, who are comfortable with are progressively discovering new rewind their lessons if necessary, or to explore the concepts of hard work and service. By ways to engage learners through new areas when they are ready for extension providing a wide range of opportunities, this e-learning approach. The Chromebooks activities. Students develop the skills to both inside and outside the classroom, we are proving very effective for their ease of use be cyber-sensible and good, responsible want our students to mature as individuals. and long battery life. By purchasing the device digital citizens. They learn to use a range of The Christchurch Girls’ High School’s through the TToM Trust that has been set up software to create presentations and to share vision ensures our young women appreciate to assist families, the cost is also manageable. their learning with their peers, parents and the rich heritage of tradition, recognise the teachers. WhenMUST students know what is to DEADLINE. be necessity of innovation and understand that With PLEASE an excellent bre connection APPROVE THISfiAD AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.and NOTE THAT ANY ALTERATIONS BE FINALISED BY OUR MATERIAL wireless access across the site, all students presented in the next lesson, they can prepare excellence should be a part of all that they do; can certainly benefit from this approach by researching the topic and they then come young women who realise that “excellence is to learning. to the classroom with questions and new not an act but a habit.” All teachers and students have a Gmail ideas. We are certainly preparing our students We want a Christchurch Girls’ High account and assignments can be monitored, to be 21st century learners. graduate to remain open to possibility and

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Uniquely Steiner A rich sense of knowledge and creativity is the heart and soul of the successful and wellproven education system that Steiner stands for. Promoting imagination, creativity, academic acumen and hands-on learning skills from kindergarten through to Year 13 is how the unique soul and spirit of each child is recognised.

f your ideal school is child-focused, computer-free until high school, honours a gentle but effective learning curve that is driven by a child’s natural development rather than National Standards driven, then the Steiner school is definitely worth a visit. We foster creativity and bring fun into learning in a highly structured way. Steiner education prizes the arts, creativity and imagination as multiple pathways to high levels of innovative thinking and eﬃcient skill acquisition. Nurturing a child’s inquisitive mind is a key towards success, reflected in our excellent academic outcomes at primary and NCEA levels. Steiner schools do National Standards only at Year 8, following Ministry-approved learning progressions from Years 2 to 8. This way we are able to allow all students to progress successfully and build up healthy self-esteem. Steiner education is equally rich with stories, plays, culture, literature, sports, art, maths, music, science,

gardening, movement, festivals, care, love and enthusiasm – introducing each aspect of life at the most susceptible age, paving the way for a sharp intellect, a deep emotional life, a love for humanity and an intrinsic motivation for learning.

Steiner schools do National Standards only at Year 8, following Ministryapproved learning progressions from Years 2 to 8.

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Thursday 21st May 6pm to 8pm Christchurch Rudolf Steiner School Te kura o Rudolf Steiner Otautahi

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Experience

THE HAGLEY DIFFERENCE Over 1000 students enrol into Hagley each year. They come because of the great choice of subjects and the unique programmes Hagley offers. Students come because of the way they are treated and supported. Every student at Hagley knows that it is cool to be different and they celebrate this difference in a dynamic environment. If you are looking for a high school where you can be yourself while achieving your goals, where high standards are set and maintained, and the staff will work closely with you to ensure you get the very best out of your high school years, then you should consider enrolling in Hagley’s Junior College for 2016.

The Junior College at Hagley has small classes and we take a personal approach to your learning needs. From the diagnostic assessment and personalised transition programme, right through to working with you in and outside of class, it is all about what we can do to help you. Classes are fun, focused and will inspire you to be the very best you can be. The Hagley Junior Graduating College combines the best of both worlds – freedom to be yourself and enjoy school in a mature, structured and supportive environment where achievement is celebrated. Experience the Hagley difference, it will set you up for life.

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The world of ICT is fast-paced, exciting and constantly evolving.

Papanui High School

is an exciting place to be part of.

Year 9 personalised learning time.

ere at Mairehau High School, we are fortunate to have excellent information and communications technology (ICT) resourcing to support the learning of our students. All staff have access to class sets of Chromebooks which are widely utilised. Teachers and students alike enjoy working in an online environment, where feedback can be instant and work easily shared, edited and stored. Mairehau High School is also involved in the Te Tihi o te Matauranga project, which has been another key driver behind ICT use and advancement in our school. Families will soon have the option of purchasing a

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Chromebook through a ‘lease to own’ scheme, at an extremely affordable price. Another key innovation in 2015 is the implementation of an NCEA L1 Digital Technologies course, a large component of which is delivered via video link. Several of our rising stars, including many Year 10 students, have risen to the challenge and are enjoying a course that is offered only by a handful of Christchurch schools. In short, we are a school in good heart. We have wonderful technology resourcing, excellent staff who embrace innovation and change, and creative, enthusiastic students who take every opportunity available to them.

stablished in 1936, Papanui by innovative, committed staff. Students High School has shared in the are also offered a wide range of sporting growth of north Christchurch and cultural activities. The jazz band, kapa and is a central point in haka group, touch rugby teams and drama that community. performances have all gained The main focus is on national recognition. being a professional learning The school has a roll of more community, providing the best than 1500 students, and has an possible teaching and learning enrolment scheme so that roll in a supportive, challenging growth can be managed. learning environment. Papanui’s first-rate modern The school is determined facilities enhance the learning that the needs of every environment. The school has student in the school will undergone a multi-million be met through its “Full dollar building development Service” philosophy. programme and e-learning A balanced student Principal Jeff Smith resources are excellent. body covers the full range Our aim is simple – to of academic, socio-economic and provide the best education possible for ethnic groups. every student. A broad curriculum and a wide choice of Open night: Tuesday, May 12, subjects and learning pathways are delivered 7pm to 9pm.

MAIREHAU HIGH SCHOOL

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For all students to value themselves and others, to know they can excel and to reach their full potential.

OPEN NIGHT

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26 May 20152015 7pm to 8.30pm Tuesday 10 June 2014 26 May 7pm to 8.30pm Tuesday 26 MMay 7pm to 8.30pm Tuesday 26 May 2015 7pm 7pm to to 8.30pm 8.30pm Tuesday Tuesday 26 26 May 2015 2015

Come and join the ACADEMIC school of choice for North East Christchurch The evening will begin with a welcome and short address by the Principal, in the Assembly Hall at 7.00pm. You are then welcome to join a guided tour of the school and to meet our staff and students. Come and find out more about the smaller co-educational school which caters for individual students’ needs in the 21st century. PH: +64 3 385 3145, FX: +64 3 385 3143 EM: principal@mairehau.school.nz WB: www.mairehau.school.nz

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10 years of success

Equipping boys for life in the 21st century

Working together for the good of students and families has been a successful recipe for Christian integrated schools in Christchurch.

Medbury School is the only independent preparatory boys’ school in Christchurch, oﬀering an education for both dayboys and boarders from Years 1 to 8.

t Medbury, the focus is on the ‘whole boy’, so in addition to academic studies, more than 25 extracurricular activities are provided to expand the curriculum further, developing wider talents and interests. Medbury is a traditional school with traditional values, and has a strong emphasis on manners and respect. Their vision is to provide an education which cherishes these traditions, but also prepares boys for life in the 21st century. Medbury has adapted the NZ curriculum to meet the learning needs of boys. Small class sizes enable teachers to deliver a personalised learning programme, using a combination of technology and traditional teaching methods. Next month, the construction of a new 21st century classroom block at Medbury commences. Peter Kay, headmaster, believes that new open-plan teaching blocks, accommodating up to 70 children, being built in some schools do enable

Open days: May - Refer to website for dates p: 332 6923 e: office@hillview.school.nz w: www.hillview.school.nz

creativity, collaboration and the development of independence. Mr Kay says that at Medbury, it is their intention to maximise the use of the new modern learning environment. However, there will be no change to class sizes, teaching will remain centred around a structured timetable, every boy will still have his own desk in his classroom and teacher to student ratios will remain low. Breakout rooms will be constructed with glass walls, enabling teachers to observe small groups while the boys develop independent learning skills. The large open learning spaces will also enable further extension and learning support with specialist teachers within the classroom environment. When a boy leaves Medbury, he does so with an exploring and inquiring mind. He will feel confident, have high self-esteem and have an education equipping him for life in the 21st century. Middleton Grange School Yr 1–13

Hillview Christian School Yr 1–10

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Open days: May 19 & 21 Contact school for details

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he Christian school network celebrated 10 years of existence in February this year. Aidanfield Christian School, Emmanuel Christian School, Hillview Christian School and Middleton Grange School decided in 2005 that there was much to be gained by working together cooperatively. They recognised opportunities to share successful teaching practice, curriculum development initiatives across a wide spectrum of school operations as well as cooperatively strengthening their special Christian character. They recognised that their ability to serve students and families was greatly enhanced by working together in a close and trusting relationship. The success of the network has seen other schools wanting to join in. Early in the piece, Rangiora New Life School became part of the network. The schools joined together to support the genesis of Ashburton Christian School and also culminated this year in the start up of a brand-new school in Rolleston. The schools have developed interlocking enrolment schools which assists in providing transparent pathways in Christian education from new entrant

through to Year 13. A further strength has been a cooperative engagement with the Ministry of Education who have been pivotal in assisting the network’s successful development.

The success of the network has seen other schools wanting to join in. Early in the piece, Rangiora New Life School became part of the network. The schools joined together to support the genesis of Ashburton Christian School and also culminated this year in the start up of a brandnew school in Rolleston.

Aidanfield Christian School Yr 1–10

Emmanuel Christian School Yr 1–10

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A network of non denominational Christian Schools offering limited places in 2016 • High quality affordable Christian education • Qualified teachers who are committed Christians • High standards of academic achievement and behaviour

• Co-educational and State Integrated • New Zealand Curriculum delivered from a Biblical perspective • Christian virtues modelled and encouraged

• Strong partnership and shared vision between home and school for God’s calling on the life of the child • Pathways for pupils from Aidanfield, Emmanuel, Hillview and Rolleston to Middleton Grange School at Senior College level

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The purpose of education

Recently, a group of Year 10 students asked if they could interview me as part of an assignment they were doing in English.

heir question was simple but thought-provoking: “Why did you choose to teach at Hillmorton?” I thought back 20 years to 1995 when I came to Hillmorton as an assistant principal. Hillmorton High School, I felt, and still do, was unique. Some things which I still love about this school are: • Its size – we are small enough to really know and care for our students as individuals and to ensure all students have the opportunities needed to learn and grow. • Its diversity – students who come from a range of socio-economic, ethnic and ability backgrounds learn together, with and from each other. • The nature of our students – kind, caring, generous, humble, articulate and full of fun. • Our staff – they care deeply and believe strongly in the potential of each young person in their classes. They cause learning in a variety of ways which engage students.

As a school, we are forward-thinking, embracing 21st century technology (with BYOD) and modern learning pedagogy, educating for our students’ futures, not our past. Hillmorton High School has been described as a “hidden gem”. Visit us and find out why this school is unique to Christchurch.

OPEN NIGHT Tuesday 19 May 7.00pm Tours during day available by appointment

iddleton Grange School, like other schools in Christchurch, has a heart for pupils, a desire to see its school community engaged in learning. However, what makes Middleton Grange different to other schools is what it sees as the purpose of education, namely for the glory of God. At Middleton Grange, we talk about character, excellence and service for the glory of God. With that ultimate purpose in mind, we work with our pupils for them to grow in character, encouraging them to be young men and women of integrity and compassion with a hope for the future. We expect all our pupils to have a commitment to excellence in every aspect of their education – academically, sporting and culturally, and

we inspire them to fully use their God-given talents. Finally, we support our pupils so that they are prepared to serve; not only equipped to serve but willing to serve. We work hard to ensure our pupils have an outward focus, looking to the needs of others. While it is fair to say that more schools would seek character, excellence and service for pupils, for Middleton Grange pupils it is done not for ourselves but for others and for God’s glory. The school provides many opportunities for pupils to develop in these three areas, such as missions trips, peer support, leadership roles, kapa haka as well as Year 1 and Year 13 teddy bear picnic events to name a few. Middleton Grange School – one of special character. Richard Vanderpyl Principal

Middleton GranGe School

character, eXcellence, SerVice For the GlorY oF God • High quality affordable Christian education in a State Integrated school setting

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a non denominational christian School

2015 Open Days : Tuesday 19 am/pm & Thursday am/pm 21 May Numbers per session are limited so bookings are essential

Enrolments for Years 7-13 2016 close: Friday, 12 June 2015 Enrolments for Years 1-6 2016 close: Friday, 28 August 2015

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MARIAN

Marian College oﬀers a wellrounded education strong on spiritual matters, cultural activities and the performing arts, service and sports as well as having rigorous academic learning.

rincipal Anna Heffernan says the school promotes four strong role models: Jesus, his mother Mary, St Mary MacKillop and venerable Catherine McAuley, whose lives exhibit the qualities we encourage our students to let influence them. “We achieve at, or above, national standards in NCEA levels 1, 2 and 3, and always have a variety of scholarships awarded to our students. It is also worth noting that our special needs students are on individual learning plans in which they make wonderful progress.” Marian has programmes in place to make new pupils feel comfortable at the college. Year 12 student leaders help new

Shirley Boys’ High School - Kiwi soul, global vision Shirley Boys’ High School encourages students to strive for personal excellence.

girls transition into high school through a structured peer support programme that operates during the first term. “Our vertical house groups across years 9 to 13 provide girls with an immediate feeling of belonging by acquainting them with students throughout the school,” Ms Heffernan says. Marian College is fortunate in being able to remain small with the friendly atmosphere which comes from teachers and students knowing each other well. “Every girl at Marian is nurtured and her skills and talents developed.” While the school culture is based on traditional values and expectations, there is a 21st century approach to teaching and learning. “E-learning is a teaching strategy used across most lessons. Marian College is definitely a great place for a Catholic secondary education.”

Marian College is fortunate in being able to remain small with the friendly atmosphere which comes from teachers and students knowing each other well.

earning occurs both inside and outside the classroom, reflecting the desire of the school to focus on teaching the whole person to ensure a lifelong desire for self-improvement. At Shirley Boys’, this is known as BTB, ‘better than before’. BTB leads to achievement which can be as modest as getting fit for a sport or improving a test score, or learning to sing in a choir, or as spectacular as that achieved by 2014 Dux and Head Boy Nic Wilson, who was awarded a Premier New Zealand Scholar Award (awarded to the top 10 students in NZ). Nic was one of only two students to get top scholar in two subjects. In addition, two other SBHS students received awards for obtaining three or more scholarships (including an outstanding scholarship) in 2014 and a further six received awards for one or more scholarships. At Shirley Boys’ High School, students are encouraged to participate in a vast array of sporting and creative (arts, drama, music, country and beyond. cultural groups) activities and in many of For more information about the school, these areas, the students are expected to its ethos and achievements, please go to measure themselves against the best in the www.shirley.school.nz.

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they are emotionally invested in it,” said Sophie. “I find that students appreciate it even when they don’t realise it influences them,” said Maeli. “‘The Riccarton Way’ makes the school positive and following its values brings you into the school culture.” Both noted the positive relationship between students and staff, “It works both ways and it certainly has an influence on our learning,” said Sophie. “If you respect your teacher, you are more ready to learn.” The Information Evening for prospective Year 9s for 2016 is at 7pm on May 21 in the school hall. All parents and prospective students are welcome. There are three school tours in the late afternoon on May 26, May 28, June 2, which are led by prefects and senior staff, where there is an opportunity to see the facilities and ask the questions that you need to ask.

ead students at Riccarton High production of Urinetown two years ago and is School, Maeli Prince and Sophie in Bugsy Malone this year. She has been a keen member of the Duke of Madsen, are enthusiastic about the school they have attended for over Edinburgh Hillary Award and has gained her bronze and silver awards. four years. Maeli has also been involved in school Sophie is a successful student having gained excellence endorsement at both Level 1 and activities. Last year, he was a student Level 2 NCEA in all her subjects. She is also representative on the Board of Trustees, a successful at sport as a member of the A netball position he enjoyed, contributed to and where team and the A volleyball team. She plays flute he learned many skills. He gained excellence endorsement in Head students Maeli Prince and Sophie Madsen. in the concert band and orchestra, and has sung in the choir. She had a role in the school Level 1 NCEA and merit endorsement in Level “‘The Riccarton Way’ holds our guiding values 2 NCEA. – excellence, honesty, respect and commitment. He is a keen football player and was in the Even though, as teenagers, many would not like second XI last year. He has played tennis for the school for five years. Like Sophie, he has had to admit they find it worthwhile, they do find parts in the two school musicals. Maeli went to Samoa in a school visit two years ago, and Sophie will be travelling to France later in the year in another school trip. Sophie and Maeli appreciate the family atmosphere of the school. “With a roll of 950, there is the opportunity to know most of the students over the years. As peer support leaders Te Kura Tuarua o Pūtaringamotu of Year 9s, we get to know the new arrivals very quickly,” said Sophie. “We can help them settle in and they have someone they can talk to, which is especially important if they have come College leaders 2015 from a small school with few others they know.” illa Maria College is a Mercy school Maeli was enthusiastic about the number of for girls, educating Years 7 to 13. extra-curricular opportunities available. “We The college was opened by the are encouraged to take up new things and the Sisters of Mercy in 1918 and has support is there for us to gain skills and improve grown to accommodate 790 students within skills. While I am no Ronaldo, I have enjoyed its beautiful grounds. the team spirit that has been part of our football Our mission is to “Empower each young teams. That sort of spirit, that commitment, woman to determine her potential, live gospel makes it worthwhile to get out on the pitch.” values, confidently embrace lifelong learning, Both Sophie and Maeli found ‘The Riccarton and as a Mercy woman, be inspired to make a Way’ useful. difference”. We have a proud academic history, annually achieving academic results which are among the best in the country. Students set high goals and the college supports them in striving for excellence. Our 2014 NCEA results included pass rates of 98.6 per cent at Level 1, 96.9 per cent at Level 2 and 92.5 per cent at Level 3. About 75 per cent of our girls achieved university entrance. Villa Maria College offers many sporting opportunities; our sports director coordinates over 30 sports for girls to choose from. It’s not surprising that we have extremely high SCHOOL TOURS: 3.45 pm- 4.45pm participation levels along with impressive Tuesday 26 May; Thursday 28 May; Tuesday 2 June. regional and national successes. The cultural life of the college is also Book a tour at the Information Evening or phone 348 5073 filled with extensive musical and choral opportunities, along with biannual productions and stage challenge entries. Enhancing Learning We invite you to visit Villa Maria College Commitment for excellence and service and see for yourself our special character. You Honesty will also find a wealth of information on our Respect www.riccarton.school.nz website www.villa.school.nz. Excellence

A proud

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RICCARTON HIGH SCHOOL

INFORMATION EVENING

Tuesday 5th May, 9:00am - 3:00pm Villa Maria College is a state integrated Catholic secondary school for girls in years 7 - 13. We extend a warm invitation to prospective parents and students to join us throughout the day and see our College in action. Meet our staff and students and find out what makes Villa Maria College such a special place. Deborah Brosnahan (Principal) will address visitors in the College Auditorium at 9:00am, 11:00am and 1:00pm. We look forward to seeing you.

21 Peer St, Christchurch • Ph: 348 4165 • www.villa.school.nz

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Avondale

Halswell

Avonhead

Overlooking Avondale Golf Course this immaculate 4 bedroom home has had all EQC work done with new carpet & paint giving sense of a brand new home. Open plan living with french doors out to private courtyard is the perfect spot to take in the fairway views. Motivated out-of-town owners instructions are clear, “Sell!” Auction: Thursday 30th April (unless sold prior) View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR3973 Sam Steele Ph: 027 864 3254

Vendors Are Committed To Their New Home! Talk about a great start - this property ticks all the boxes as a first home or addition to your investment portfolio. The home features 3 bedrooms & a highly-functional kitchen. Open plan lounge is complemented with French doors to a west facing deck. 610m2 section. Double garage. Deadline Sale: 29th April at 4pm (unless sold prior). View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR3985 Jackie Wither Ph: 027 4503 777

Location, location, location - Urgent sale requested. Great low maintenance townhouse. Great rental or first time buyer home. Good school zones such as Avonhead School and Riccarton High School. Lower level single garage with remote. Top level - 4 good sized bedrooms that catch lots of sun. North facing living. Lovely warm home. Deadline Sale: All offers presented Thursday 23rd April 4pm (unless sold prior). View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR3987 Belinda Hu Ph: 021 047 1855

Aidanfield

Halswell

Opawa

This brand new 242sqm home sits on a 720sqm section. Elegant and contemporary in style with quality fittings and rib raft floor. Four bedrooms, master with ensuite & walk in robe, 2 large separate living with flow to outside entertainment areas and designer kitchen. View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#FH3943 Sue Mercer Ph: 0274 368 548

Well positioned in a quiet street, this 160sqm standalone townhouse is flexible in its floor plan and spacious in design with the ‘always asked for’ double garage plus the office. The three bedrooms are double rooms; the bathroom is spacious and has had a recent facelift. Storage is plentiful. Deadline Sale: Wednesday 6th May 2015 at 4pm (unless sold prior). View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#FH3953 Linda Veitch Ph: 027 512 9261

With an easy care rear section, this spacious 3 bedroom unit provides many options. Perfect as an investment or a fantastic start for a first home buyer who will enjoy putting their own flare and personality into their new home. All EQC repairs are complete and currently rented at $360pw. Deadline Sale: Thursday 14 May 2pm (unless sold prior). View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#FH3952 Selina Wylie Ph: 021 731 567

Rolleston

Lincoln

Three years young this home has a warm and inviting open plan concept. 922m2 section. 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite and WIR. Privacy here with the property on a back section with double garage and off-street parking. A must to view. For Sale: $489,000 View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#RL1259 Rachael Brewer Ph: 021 0222 4591

Positioned on a prestigious 1276m2 manicured section this beautifully presented four bedroom, sundrenched home with spacious open plan living area flows effortlessly to private sheltered outdoors. Spacious back yard, and easy care section. Act now to secure this stunning property. For Sale: $659,000 View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#RL1261 Mary Westwood Ph: 021 557 731

Recently completed and ready for you to move in, this stylish, modern home will pleasantly surprise you. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, separate lounge, open plan kitchen (with butler’s pantry), dining, and living. You must inspect to appreciate the extras in this lovely home. For Sale: $665,000 View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#RL1224 Rhonda Perkins Ph: 021 057 5705 Ross Mitchell Ph: 027 222 9495

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