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Post-quake shift to west puts pressure on families GEORGIA O’CONNOR-HARDING
The trend of moving west postearthquake is taking its toll on families. The Salvation Army said about 374 Hornby families have sought help over the past three months for food, an increasing trend it says is caused by families moving west. Hornby Auxiliary Officer Eric Turner said a “pile of accommodation� was closed down in the Linwood and Aranui areas because of the earthquakes. He said some could not afford to get into another house and they
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have to go the waiting list for Housing New Zealand or the city council and pay storage in the meantime. “That’s why Hornby is noticing an increase. Moving hits people. It is a huge expense.’’ After the February 2011 earthquake, the west, including Hornby, became the main location where people worked, after the central city was gutted of 50,000 workers. Data showed that many families moved west to be closer to jobs. With Christmas on the horizon and back-to-school costs in January, he said some families were getting loans they could not afford to repay.
“We are noticing people are getting caught by loan sharks. People who promise the world and deliver nothing but debt.’’ Mr Turner said an example was a lady who signed up to a cellphone and internet package that she thought was free and turned out to be a two-year contract. This year along with phone and online donations for their annual Christmas appeal, The Salvation Army is asking for people to ask for good fortune through their Gift of Hope campaign. HELP: The Salvation Army has The Gift of Hope campaign is helped more than 370 families designed to help families past in the last three months. Christmas day.
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Vehicle break-ins on the rise in Riccarton GEORGIA O’CONNORHARDING
Riccarton is facing a growing problem of vehicle break-ins according to a community watchdog. Riccarton Community Watch said it has been asked by police to beef up its monitoring of surrounding areas due to the increase of vehicles thefts. Group secretary Geoff Parfitt said the increasing problem of cars being broken into was partially due to the hot weather. People were opting to leave their windows down, he said. The increase of residents in the area meant more people were forced to park on the road, like on busy Elizabeth St, also causing them to be at risk of break-ins. “You go down Elizabeth St at night and you swear there is a party going on. There’s no parks in the street.’’ Recently, the Riccarton-Wigram Community Board deputy chairwoman Helen Broughton lobbied the city council to get angle parking on Elizabeth St.
City council staff are still investigating. Police did not respond to phone calls or emails to the Western News regarding the issue. Mr Parfitt (right) said if people were going to park on
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Let’s not forget those still struggling this Christmas Christchurch Methodist Mission Executive Director Jill Hawkey Christmas; that season filled with Christmas work parties, end-of-year school productions and malls playing carols filled with shoppers. In Christchurch, the Christmas season continues against a back drop of a city that remains broken. But let’s not forget that people are the most important component of a city. Five years on from the first earthquakes, there are many people who continue to struggle. Local research shows there is a marked difference in the wellbeing of homeowners whose repairs have been complete and those who are still waiting. Other families continue to struggle paying rents that increased significantly postearthquake with Christmas adding another layer of
SOAP BOX financial pressure. The Christchurch Methodist Mission has a vision for our city of a socially just and inclusive society in which all people flourish. An important aspect of our work is supporting children and their families in 34 primary and intermediate schools. One of the schools we work in is the new Halswell School. City Mission has been there since June 2014 providing support to its pupils and their parents. Even though their surroundings are new, some old issues stemming from the earthquakes remain. For a
number of parents, they have been so consumed by repairs or insurance issues that the simple fun things they used to do with their kids no longer happen. Recognising this, the City Mission is supporting the Summer of Fun, where local community groups, parishes or neighbourhood associations organise fun days for their local community. Fifty different events are taking place across the region and can be found at www. bethere.co.nz (Summer of Fun). They’re free, fun and it is a good chance to build some memories with your family. As the city looks ahead, let us continue to be mindful of those who are continuing to struggle so that we can build a city where all people flourish. Have you had you repairs completed? Have you noticed a positive effect this has had on you? Or are you still waiting? Email your thoughts to georgia.oconnor@ starmedia.kiwi
Environment Canterbury is investigating why its widespread bus changes from last year have not seen an upsurge of patronage. A readers responds. A and C Fifield: We have lived in Prebbleton for nearly 50 years. Our closest shopping centre is the Hub Hornby, the next biggest is the Bush Inn Centre. However, when the bus routes were changed about 12 months ago, it was decided we all wanted to go to Riccarton and directed the buses down Springs Rd and Blenheim Rd, by-passing both our usual and preferred shopping areas. The bus patrons were not asked if this was our preferred option. We do not want to go to Riccarton, for our everyday shopping needs.
Now that we are gold card holders, we have changed our dentist, optician, chemist (etc) to the areas closest to us. But to get to these it makes more sense to go by car, because we do not want to spend all day backtracking on buses, to where we want and need, to go. Having to change buses also makes it difficult to arrive in time for appointments. Of course, sometimes when we want to travel into the city, the service is fine. Surely, it would make sense, to alternate the routes, so we have a choice as to where we go? This would also help the school students who were greatly affected by the changes, eliminating the need for the special bus services which have now been made for them, before and after school. Common sense should prevail.
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Fears parts of Riccarton Rd could collapse GABRIELLE STUART
The controversial plans for the Riccarton Rd bus priority plan has taken a new twist. While city council is hoping to install bus lanes along Riccarton Rd in the coming years, parts of the road could be in danger of collapsing unless the underground water networks are repaired. The city council needs to decide if it will go ahead with fixing the underground water networks on Riccarton Rd, at the same time as it digs up the road for the bus lanes. The city council infrastructure, transport and RISK: Parts of Riccarton Rd could be in danger of collapsing unless the underground water networks environment committee supported the plan to do all the are fixed. work at once, even if it meant Last Thursday the concept de- board chairman Mike Mora sembley was also hoping for possible delays to the bus sign for the Riccarton Northern told the Western News some the toilet to be placed in the system and more cost up front. bus lounge fit-out was approved were concerned people were Northern Lounge. But it requested a more by the committee with the addi- having to cross the busy RicDeputy Mayor Vicky Buck detailed report and will be tion of the toilet facilities to be carton Rd to get to the disrequested her vote to be leaving the final decision to be installed for all users. abled toilet. recorded against the above made by the city council. Previously community The Disabled Person Asdecision.
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Father Christmas gears up for It is all hustle and bustle up in the North Pole with Christmas preparations well under way. But Santa Claus thought he’d make a stop at Northlands Shopping Centre. Georgia O’Connor-Harding speaks to him about his favorite song, what he wants for Christmas and which toy is all the rage with the children this year Hello Santa! It is so exciting to talk to you. I’ve always wanted to know, what is your favorite Christmas tune? I like a lot of them but if I had to choose . . . what’s the name of the dog? Snoopy’s Christmas. I love that song too. How are preparations for the big trip around the world going? Well we are getting all the orders in, all the mail with the requests. And we are just making sure the sleigh is big enough to carry everything. We are making sure
HO HO HO: Santa Claus has arrived and is getting all geared up for his big Christmas trip around the world.
the reindeer are well fed. I’ve also got my GPS all set to go. Nice, I was wondering how do you fit all your presents in one sleigh? It’s a real mystery isn’t it? We get there though. Very good, because many of us are wondering, how do you travel around the whole world in one night? With great difficulty sometimes, but every year we always seem to make it through. It is all go. You see on the television they keep a report on where I am in every country. It is all broadcast to the kids. What toy is in hot demand this year? The minions. It’s a new thing out and is the flavour of the month. I think the iPads were all out last year so the kids don’t want them anymore. They want something new. Ah, the minions. Do the children want big cuddly toy minions or what’s the story there? There are games, books, stuffed toys. A big variety. And apparently there is a shortage in the very well-loved LEGO toy collection this year. How have you and your elves got round that?
Well, there has only been one request so far this year for them. And the boy said just any LEGO. There is a variety of requests but there doesn’t seem to be a lot. I usually get the first bookings. I already have the new Star Wars LEGO collection that has just come out booked. What is your favorite toy to make? Boats are my thing. I’ve done a bit of building and sailing in my time. When you go to deliver these toys all over the world, I imagine there are always a few hiccups along the way. What do you do if someone doesn’t have a chimney to go down? Well it’s a bit of problem these days with modern houses, none of them have got chimneys. We have to improvise but usually they leave a window open for us. Or the garage door sometimes if it is a big parcel they are expecting. When you come down the chimney, what sort of treats are you looking to find this year? I would like a bit of Christmas cake and an orange juice. Any treat that is just off limits?
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festive fever Yes. I don’t like alcohol unfortunately but as long as it is Christmas cake and orange juice I am very happy. I cannot forget to ask, how is Rudolf the red-nosed reindeer doing? Will he be flying this year? Yes, he’s all checked out ready to go. He has had his medical test. So far his light is flashing all right. Which list is bigger? The naughty or nice list? The nice list is well and truly bigger than the naughty list. There are only a few naughty ones. Haven’t struck any just of late. Have you had a lot of children come and visit you here? Yes, I have had a few and they are all quite nice. Very polite and they all say “thank you’’ when I give them a gift. That is great to hear, I would like to know, what is the most interesting request you have had? Let’s see. I have had a lot of them. One of the sad ones was a brother and sister. They were about 18 and they wanted their mother to come back home from Auckland and live with them. Apparently she did a runner. And you get the odd kids that
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ask for happy families over Christmas. And one child yesterday wrote a note saying he wants his present to go to a child in Fiji who doesn’t get presents. So you see quite a few like that. I think one of the unusual ones was a woman come in and asked if she could have a baby. What did you say to that? I was stuck for words. You must get a few interesting ones through. Yes, and the oldest one that came to see me was a 93-yearold and asked me for some nice new clothes. The youngest was about eight-hours-old. Straight from the hospital to me. Do you ever get tired from
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this Christmas business? Where do you like to go on holiday? Yes, on Boxing Day I like to put my feet up in the sun somewhere away from the North Pole. It’s too cold up there. I like the Bahamas or the Caribbean. As far as you can go from the ice. Are you concerned about climate change? Yes, we are noticing it a bit up there. We are concerned we might not have any snow or ice up there which will spoil our image. Will you get any presents this year Santa? Ooh I don’t know. Hopefully the elves and Mrs Claus will give me something. It’s like the kids– they don’t know what they are getting either. What would you like for Christmas? It’s time we got a new sleigh. The old one is getting a bit tattered. It’s been around for a few years. Finally, do you have a special message for the children? Yes, just be happy during the holiday period. Treat family and friends with kindness and they will treat you the same.
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WIGRAM LIONS CLUB For several years, a group of Wigram Lions have donned their carpenters’ aprons, picked up their hammers, and constructed anther sturdy, twostorey child’s play fort, with steps up one side, a slide down the other, and a climbing wall with rope at the back. Wigram club members are selling tickets for this year’s fort raffle on the weekends. The two main venues are in the car park at the Countdown supermarket in Hornby, and The Warehouse on Blenheim Rd. The club would like to thank all those who have sponsored this project. The raffle will be drawn on December 21, and the fort is planned to be delivered to another family before Christmas. Inquiries on any Wigram Lions Club activities or membership can be made by email to wigramlions@lionsclubs.org. nz or phone 03 3861 581. PAPARUA TEMPLETON RSA The Templeton RSA has been based on 38 Kirk Rd, since the 1960s. Like all RSAs the organisation provides a venue for rest and relaxation
for their members. One does not need to have served in the military system to become a member. The organisation commemorates Anzac, Armistice Day and other worthy historical events. They have a street parade on Anzac Day and just before Christmas Day on December 23. The RSA will host Christmas Songs on the lawn for an hour from 6pm. The RSA boasts a small library and bar area. It hosts socials and similar functions throughout the year for its members. At the moment it is planning the decommissioning of their poppy wall created in concert with their Gallipoli commemorations. The poppy wall is mostly created by local school children and younger folk attending day care centres. The Paparua Templeton RSA has an art group which uses their hall most Mondays, and in the evening, they seasonally hold indoor bowls. Line dancing tuition is held on Tuesdays, and cards are on Wednesday afternoons and they also hire their hall selectively. For more information email paparuarsa@xtra. co.nz
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A group of St Thomas of Canterbury College students will be spending an unforgettable Christmas in Calcutta this year. Thirteen senior students along with two staff and two adults have embarked on a trip of a lifetime to India and will be there for the next four weeks. ‘‘We always make a point that Father Christmas turns up and the kids always have a Secret Santa present for each other,’’ senior pathways leader Marty Taylor said. It will be the seventh time the school has arranged for their students to go to the country made up of both affluence and poverty. The students will be visiting schools in India including St Columbus in New Delhi and one of the Christian Brother schools in Calcutta. Another cultural eyeopening planned for the students is visiting homes ran by Mother Theresa in Calcutta and Gandhi
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House in Mumbai. Mr Taylor said the students will have the chance to look at how different their culture is to India and some of the issues the country faces. “Basically we are reflecting the difference between New Zealand’s society, culture, faith and spirituality,’’ he said. The school trip will begin in New Delhi before travelling all over the country to the Taj Mahal, Mumbai, Varanasi – one of the holiest cities in India – and Calcutta. Mr Taylor said the trips to India expose the students to a new culture and help them appreciate their life in New Zealand. “It gives the kids a better understanding of their role in the world. Our main purpose is for them to develop a social conscience for the future. They may be able to make some decision that may make a better world or better people.’’ WANDERLUST: Students on a previous trip to India.
Camp fun and action for Hornby pupils South Hornby School year 5 and 6 pupils have had a fun-packed trip to Woodend Christian Camp. The pupils travelled to the North Canterbury camp last Wednesday and stayed there for three days. The Woodend Christian Camp was designed in the late 1950s to encourage youth and local churches. The children were “having a ball’’ and had the opportunity to push themselves in a range of activities including abseiling, kart racing, climbing up an outdoor wall, archery, bungey jumping and watersliding. The facility also have trampolines, a maypole, an old schoolstyled playground as well as facilities for gaga dodgeball and outdoor beach volleyball.
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This traditional three bedroom family home sits on a serene and spacious 668m2 section presenting a fantastic opportunity for a discerning buyer. The open plan living, dining and kitchen areas are particularly spacious, with a heat pump for efficiency. Plus good natural light, neutral decor, large paved courtyard and the garden beyond. Auction: 10th December 2015 (unless sold prior) View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#FH4094 Gael Kofoed ph 0272 266 862 / Andrew Saré ph 021 714 287
This quality, permanent material residence built by Peter Ray Homes as a show home in 2011 is in immaculate condition with stunning presentation. Expansive 267m2, the two storied home enjoys an air of effortless luxury and comfort. Top of the range appliances and fittings, tasteful decoration and functionality have been employed to create a standout home. Auction: 21st December 2015 (unless sold prior) View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#FH4108 Jan Green Ph 027 222 8736
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Affordably funky on city limits. Locations don’t come more convenient than this ultra-funky 2 bedroom townhouse. Just 1 year old this is the perfect easy-care home, investment or city pad. Spacious open plan living & outdoor courtyard perfectly captures the all-day sun. Modern kitchen in vibrant white & dark polished concrete floors accentuate the contemporary style. Auction: 10th December 2015 (unless sold prior) View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR5879 Sam Steele Ph 027 864 3254
Immediate occupancy - owners retired. Nestled on the lower slopes of Cashmere Hills, this 3 bedroom 1970 brick and tile home on 620sqm needs a new family to take over and love. Fully EQC repaired and fastidiously well maintained over the last 25 years, retirement reluctantly obliges the current owners to move on. Your immediate viewing is encouraged. Auction: 17th December 2015 (unless sold prior) View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR4142 Frank Dowle Ph 027 528 0480
First time to the market in 40 years, this is a solid 3 bedroom home which has stood the test of time. Open plan kitchen/ dining & good sized living this is a property that has benefited from some EQC repairs & refreshing, but still allowing for your own touches and improvements to make it your own and add value. Auction: 17th December 2015 (unless sold prior) View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#HR4140 Scott MacDonald Ph 027 273 9044
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One year old home on 707m2 section in quiet cul-de-sac. Open plan kitchen (with butler’s pantry)/ dining, living and a separate lounge. Four bedrooms and office. Quality fittings. Excellent indoor /outdoor flow to immaculately landscaped outdoor entertainment area. Vendor wants SOLD! View NOW! For Sale: $545,000 View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#RL1371 Shona Robb 027 229 3657
Three bedrooms, separate dining, separate lounge. Single garage. This well maintained unit is very low maintenance. Properties in this price bracket are seldom available in Lincoln. If you are an investor, first home buyer or just want to downsize, then this property needs to be viewed. For Sale: $390,000 View at: fourseasons.harcourts.co.nz ID#RL1374 Rhonda Perkins 021 057 5705
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Terrific Hornby kids honoured A selection of South Hornby School pupils have were chosen to be awarded Terrific awards by the local Lions group based in Hornby. Eight year 3 to 4 pupils were selected to be awarded by the local Lions Group for being allrounder achievers. Principal Simon Moriarty said two representives came in to present the badges, vouchers and certificates to the eight pupils.
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TERRIFIC: Eight pupils from South Hornby school were awarded for being all-rounder achievers by the local Lions club. From left (rear) – Sam Lang, Serah Staju, Lily Hallahan, Nyesha Maruera-Bolt. (Front) – Rylee Douglas, Jayden Brown, Sam Macdonald, Jacob Butland.
End-of-year camp tests pupils’ skills ANDREW KING
Whether it was testing their skills in the surf or high up in the trees pupils of Wharenui School have thoroughly enjoyed their end-of-year camp. The annual camp was at Hibburt Park this year for year 7 and 8 pupils. They ran, biked, went swimming, had a go at the adrenalin forest and tried their luck with surfing. Deputy principal Janet Ackerley was delighted with the way the camp had gone. “For some of the kids it was the first time they had a go art surfing,” she said. Ms Ackerley said by far the most enjoyed activity was the adrenalin forest. The camp is located out in Spencerville giving the
pupils a free reign when it came to making noise they could even play loud games at night. The pupils participated in the city council forest survivor programme where they had to build a bivouac and taste huhu grubs. The camp was funded by Barnardos and Office Max who donated $2000 towards the costs. The school itself raised $1800 with a “wheel-athon”. “A wheel-a-thon is when you jump on a bike, scooter or anything with wheels and don’t stop for an hour,” Ms Ackerley said. She praised the staff and parents who gave up their time to make the camp special. “We are lucky to have them,” she said.
SUMMER FUN: Wharenui School pupils had fun at camp. Kyle White (right) battles in the adrenalin forest while Caleb SatchyGalvin stands up in his surf lesson.
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Helping young develop recognised An inspiring Hornby High School student has been recognised for her efforts in helping young people develop in the community. Year 13 Melanie McFarlane was awarded the Young Totara Rotary Award by the Hornby Rotary Club. The award recognised her contribution to Hornby High School and for her outstanding work in the community. The awards evening were held at the Equestrian Hotel, Hornby, recently. Melanie said she was shocked when she won the award as she did not know she had been nominated.
She enjoys helping out young people because this is the age when a lot happens and friendship, support is important. “I do it to spread positive vibes and show that Hornby is a place to be proud of.’’ Melanie has served on the youth committee, volunteered her time to work as a positive leader for year 7 and 8 pupils, contributed her skills to a weekly community group called Hangout and fortnightly intermediate youth meetings called Energizers. Hangout is an after-school group for friends. Principal of Hornby High School Richard Edmundson said:
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ACHIEVEMENT: Melanie McFarlane stands with Pastor of Hope for Hornby, Dr Blair Stirling.
“She’s a perfect example of how all around the country and Hornby, teenagers and young people are giving and looking to be positive in their communties.’’
Student enters second Civic Awards for heritage work film into Cannes An Ilam broadcasting student has entered a film for the second time into the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Kyan Krumdieck, from the New Zealand Broadcasting School, has entered his award-winning film The Grind which he created with former classmate Annabelle Dick in the world-renowned festival’s short film section. The 69th Cannes Film festival will be held from May 11-22 next year. Mr Krumdieck and Ms Dick were recently awarded best film in the the national Show Me Shorts competition for their 8min documentary. The ideology behind the film is about the encounters of gay and bi-sexual men who use the dating app Grindr. It will be the second time the 24-year-old has entered a contentious film into the Cannes Film Festival. Previously Mr Krumdieck’s
film Peep Show won the United States Campus Movie Fest competition and was it accepted into Cannes. This meant Mr Krumdieck had the opportunity to attend the festival, network and build collabarations with some of the world’s finest filmmakers and promote the film. The film was a silent black and white comedy which was made during a stint at the University of California in Berkeley. “Cannes was an amazing, life-changing experience, but I didn’t have a clue about forming business relationships and networking or what I was doing. But with what I know now, my biggest hope is for The Grind to go back to Cannes with it, knowing what the industry is all about,” said Mr Krumdieck. Mr Krumdieck is waiting to hear if the film has been accepted at Cannes.
The Canterbury Caledonian Society and an upper Riccarton resident have received special awards in recognition for their contribution to the community. The annual Christchurch Civic Awards were held last week. The Wigram-based Canterbury Caledonian Society was recognised for heritage preservation, while Upper Riccarton’s Dr Garth Cant was awarded and for services to education. The society’s secretary and treasurer Jamie McEwan said it was honoured to receive the award. He said said the main purpose of the society was to promote Scottish culture and ancestory
through Canterbury. Just recently the society has completed its new premises in Wigram. Mr McEwan said it was great to have the range of activity groups the society has under one roof after they had to be spread across various areas in Christchurch. The society has a wide spectrum of Scottish-styled classes including pipe band, Scottish highland and country dancing. Memorabilia, historical artifacts and paintings are also important to the society and will be back on display at the new hall. “Everyone can get back to do-
ing what they do best, get back to promoting Scottish culture through Christchurch and Canterbury.’’ Dr Cant works in the department of geography at Canterbury University. He has researched the Treaty of Waitangi Claims, the work of the Waitangi Tribunal, the relationship between Treaty settlements and the Resource Management Act. He has also looked into the interface between matauranga Maori/ traditional ecological knowledge and western science. He said it was great to be around among a great diversity of people and creativity.
Local heroes recognised A doctor who texted first aid instructions during the Christchurch earthquakes and a man who has helps make a neighbourhood a cleaner, safer place has been recognised as heroes. The Kiwibank 2016 New Zealand Local Hero of the Year awards were held at the Addington Raceway recently. Dr Mark Cohen from Ilam was recognised for his work as a community doctor. During the Christchurch earthquakes, Dr Cohen used his
Mark Cohen Graham Pugh medical knowledge and skills to help those in need. He was texting people first aid instructions and help pay for prescriptions for people in the community who were struggling.
Kendal School’s “after hours caretaker” Graham Pugh also received an award. When the school closed at the end of 2013 Mr Pugh kept the facilities looking presentable by maintaining the gardens and pressuring the property management firm to repair any damage. Mr Pugh said: I’ve got a passion for this neighbourhood.” He said the neighbourhood is important and many of his neighbours have encouraged him in his work.
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Face consequences of arson THE FLAME FILES BY MARK THOMAS – FIRE RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Last week saw three separate incidents where offenders for arson fires were identified. All three were different. But in common with all is the fact that the lives of those responsible have been changed forever. Being convicted of arson can result in any one of a raft of consequences, from extensive jail time to finding you’re denied entry to many countries because of the conviction. Arson is quite a difficult charge to prove and this may be a reason those that are convicted are often dealt with quite severely. While the person who is fascinated by fire, or by fire trucks, or who wants to lift the finger to the world, probably
RUNNER-UP: Burnside High School junior water polo team have finished second at the South Island secondary schools tournament. Back from left, Mia Gath, Hannah Williamson, Ella Bampton, Kayleigh Eade, Katie Williamson, Cassara Smith. Front from left, Amelia MacDonald, Rosie Davie, Alice Hammond, Zoe Bampton, Caitlin Nesbit.
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thinks little of the result should they get caught, that result can be monumental. A fire that caused quite a bit of damage in a house in Wainoni Rd last week was the result of butter being left on the stove, igniting and setting the kitchen on fire. It’s just a further reason that any time the stove top is being used we need to stay in the kitchen. That won’t happen. We’ll continue to be called. People will continue to suffer the consequences. Sad really isn’t it? A pat on the back to St Alban’s crew. Called to a house near the station they found a plumbing problem soaking the elderly occupant’s property. The plumbing was repaired, the water turned back on. No fire, no real emergency, just decent people helping someone in need. It’s what we do. Well done.
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Silver for Burnside, CBHS water polo teams JAIMIE KEAY
Two western schools have finished second at the South Island secondary schools junior water polo tournament. Christchurch Boys’ High School have been pipped by southern rivals Otago Boys’ High School while Burnside High School junior girls lost to Columba College in their final. The competition was held at Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre, with six teams taking part from 11 schools. After losing to Otago Boys’ 13-3 on the second day of competition, the team bounced back to win a place in the final by defeating Marlborough Boys’ High School 9-5 in the semi-final. The team scored the opening goal of the final, but were quickly down five goals at the end of the first quarter. In spite of going into the final quarter trailing by only two goals, Otago Boys’ showed their strength and went on to win 13-8. Getting through the round robin matches with only one loss, to Columba, 7-1, Burnside then went on to qualify for the final by beating St Margaret’s College 6-2 in their semi-final.
SECOND: Christchurch Boys’ High School coach Michael Knopick talk tactics to his team during the South Island secondary schools junior water polo tournament.
In spite of an improved performance from their earlier meeting, Burnside lost in the final 11-4. The Burnside junior boys team also competed at the tournament and finished sixth, while Christchurch Girls’ High School were also in action and finished fifth. St Bede’s finished third in the boys competition, beating Marlborough Boys’ in the third and fourth playoff, 9-4. Meanwhile, St Margaret’s also finished third after they were victorious against Rangi Ruru
in the third and fourth playoff, winning 6-3. Burnside’s Kayleigh Eade and Girls’ High student Jess Aitken were also featured in the overall tournament team, named at the conclusion of the competition. Christchurch Boys’ player Vince Abraas, Jonty Moore and St Bede’s player Ryan Crosbie were all named in the boys tournament team. While St Margaret’s Annabel Norris was named in the girls tournament team.
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It’s time to turn up the heat Firing up the barbecue always gives me a buzz. Summer dinners from the barbie are casual, fun, friendly and full of flavour, writes Jan Bilton
GARLIC STEAK Firing up the barbecue always gives me a buzz. INGREDIENTS Summer dinners from 700g piece rump steak, 2cmthick are casual, the3cm barbie 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced olive oil and full of fun,2 tbsp friendly freshly ground black pepper to taste writes flavour, JanMETHOD Bilton
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GARLIC STEAK Serves 4-6 Using the tip of a sharp knife,
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METHOD thickness. Using the tipon ofaaplatter sharpand knife, make Place loosely slits cover all over Cut the garlic withthe foil.steak. Rest for about 5 beforeso slicing serve. into minutes small pieces it cantobe tucked served on lightly into theGreat slits and covered to toasted prevent it sliced ciabatta with salad greens burning during cooking. and mustard mayo. Brush the steakand with oil then sprinServes for 4-6 kle with black pepper. — Barbecue about 3 minutes each side, depending THAI-STYLE PRAWNS on thickness. Place a platter and loosely Theon flavour of the kaffir lime cover withleaves foil. Rest for aboutby5 the minutes is absorbed before slicing to serve. prawns during cooking. Great served on lightly toasted sliced ciabatta with salad greens and INGREDIENTS mustard and mayo. 400g raw prawn cutlets Marinade: 6-8 kaffir lime leaves 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbsp each: olive oil, grated root ginger, lime juice 2 tbsp each: fish sauce, thick chilli sauce
Thread 4 prawns on a skewer adding 1⁄2 a kaffir lime leaf in the middle. Repeat untilPRAWNS the prawns THAI-STYLE and leaves are all skewered. Serves 4 Barbecue for about 1-2kaffir minutes The flavour of the lime each side. with by limethe leaves is Serve absorbed wedges. — Serves 4 prawns during cooking.
BARBECUED INGREDIENTS MINI PEPPERS 400g raw prawn cutlets WITH Marinade: 6-8 kaffir lime leaves MOZZARELLA 3 cloves garlic, crushed
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motoring Toyota’s Camry covers all bases SPECIFICATIONS
My wife and I landed at Sydney Airport, we were in Australia so that I could watch the rock band Fleetwood Mac perform in concert. We left the terminal building and climbed straight into a taxi to get to our hotel. It was a reasonably late model Camry, and I said to the driver that I was surprised his car wasn’t a hybrid – like the many other Camrys whose drivers were plying for trade at the airport. His response was that he had always driven conventionallypowered cars, and that he was reluctant to make a change. And he said the previous Camry he owned had travelled over 400,000km without any engine or transmission problems. That being the case, he purchased another and was expecting it to give him the same length of service. Our trip to Sydney happened not long after I had been driving a base specification Camry – a Camry GL, to be exact, which lands in New Zealand at an entry-level point of $45,790.
Price: Toyota Camry GL, $45,790. Dimensions: Length,4850mm; width, 1825mm; height, 1470mm. Configuration: Four-cylinder transverse, frontwheel-drive, 2494cc, 133kW, 231Nm, six-speed automatic. Performance: 0-100km/h, 9.3sec.
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There are seven new Camry models – four without the hybrid system, three with. And the Camry for 2015 onwards is mostly all-new, it has a fresh new body style, although the floorpan is a carry-over. In many of my recent articles I’ve extolled the importance I place on affordable cars within a manufacturing line-up. The Camry GL is no exception, it doesn’t get a lot of the flash stuff of its stablemates, but it does get everything a buyer would want to make motoring safe and comfortable. Under the bonnet sits a 2.5-litre, four-cylinder engine which Toyota rates at 133kW and 231Nm. These are healthy outputs for a 2494cc engine, and are generous enough to offer
spirited acceleration; the conventional and naturally-aspirated Camry will reach 100km/h from a standstill in 9.3sec, it will also complete an overtaking manoeuvre in 5.5sec (80km/h to 120km/h). Response from beneath the accelerator feels spirited, the engine is a quick revving unit which feels strong. And it’s not always easy to get a big fourcylinder unit to work smoothly, yet Toyota have developed this engine over a long period of time, and it is now at a point where it works effectively in terms of power and efficiency. Toyota also claims a 7.8-litre per 100km (36mpg) combined cycle fuel usage rating which fits well with the test car’s trip computer readout. It
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was constantly sitting around 8.8l/100km (32mpg) during testing time, along with a 7/100km (40mpg) figure instantaneously at 100km/h, the engine quite relaxed at 1800rpm at that speed. I took the test car on a burst which encompassed the Gebbies Pass incline. Not only is there significant engine power to haul up the hill quickly, the Camry, as in all generations before it, feels confident underneath and directional through the steering. Providing the grip are high quality and quiet Michelin tyres (215/60 x 16in), I’ve always found them to be an odd compound in a car which is built in Australia, but the reality is they have high grip properties and afford strong feedback to the steering wheel.
The Camry GL is softly sprung; well, I don’t think the suspension is much firmer in the Sportivo variants but the point I’m trying to make is that even without low profile tyres and sport suspension parameters, the Camry GL is an accomplished handling car, it has poise and balance, greater than what would normally be expected from a mainstream car. And that is what makes Camry, it is a car for the tasks we ask of a large everyday car, but it also has the ingredients which place it in the upmarket class, or something quite aloof in terms of design if you go for the Sportivo models. I’m sure this won’t be my last Camry drive before the Melbourne factories close in 2017, but if it is, it will serve to prove one thing, that being how well Toyota as a manufacturing company can cover all bases with its product line-up. I don’t expect that philosophy will ever change.
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Stay Calm
this Christmas season Christmas is just around the corner, kids are getting excited, shops are full of gifts, and a lot of adults are getting…. well, stressed!
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on’t get me wrong, it’s a great time of year but organising family get togethers, trips, food, presents, end of year work projects and all the extra expense puts pressure on everyone. Stress is a funny beast. As a biological response, something triggers our nervous system and we get a release of adrenaline and the stress hormone, cortisol. There’s heaps of other stuff happening biologically, but basically something happens in the world (or even just a worrying thought) and we get a kick of adrenaline and cortisol which we interpret as ‘scary’. In our caveman days it was a lifesaving response. Without it we might have been eaten by wild animals or poisoned by snakes and scary spiders. But in modern society it’s often an overreaction to perfectly normal annoyances in day-to-day life. Prolonged stress can lead to alcohol and drug abuse, and worse. Some people comfort eat, chain smoke or withdraw into themselves. Frustration and short tempers lead to increased family violence and broken relationships. If you value your health and relationships you need ways of
dealing with stress. So let me change any thoughts you might have in troubling times of “I don’t need help, I’m managing ok” into more realistic ones of, “I need to be strong and level headed enough to get through this”. And, “What can I do to help my loved ones, friends and colleagues when they’re stressed?” This simple shift of attitude will make you feel more capable, resourceful and resilient. Here’s a simple technique to overcome stress. It takes as little as five seconds, and used frequently throughout your day can be hugely beneficial. • Adopt a symmetrical body position – for one it’s more comfy, but it also helps in balancing the hemispheres of your brain which supports better thinking. • Look at the sky – look up. This accesses more visual parts of the brain as opposed to internal feelings (looking down). Gazing into the distance has many related benefits too. • Breathe slowly and deeply into your abdomen, focus on your outward breath – this relaxes your body and mind (I learned the outward breath focus at an antenatal class!).
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Be Sun Smart This Summer S ummer is just around the corner, and as the days get longer and warmer we all spend more time out in the sun. Now is the time to check our sunscreen supply, whether there is plenty and the expiry date.
WHY IS SUNBURN SO BAD? Sunburn can lead to melanoma and other skin cancers later in life and should be avoided. Research continues into how skin cancers are formed, and what type of UV exposure has the worst effects. Sunburn is painful and potentially deadly, so cover up to avoid getting sunburnt. Find out more about skin cancer. HOW CAN I BE SUNSMART Being SunSmart is about protecting skin and eyes from damaging UV radiation. From September to April when outdoors: Slip into a long-sleeved shirt and into the shade. Generally, fabrics with a tighter weave and darker colours will give you greater protection from the sun. Some clothing is sold with a UV radiation Protection Factor (UPF) rating. Clothing with a UPF of 50+ offers superior protection and could be an ideal choice for outdoor workers.
Slop on plenty of broad-spectrum (filters both UVA and UVB rays) sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 30. Apply sunscreen at least 20 minutes before going outdoors and reapply every two hours. Reapply more frequently if sweating or swimming. Slap on a hat with a wide-brim or a cap with flaps. This will help reduce the risk of sunburn to your face, ears and neck. These are the most common places where we get sunburnt. Wrap on a pair of close-fitting sunglasses. When buying sunglasses, look for the words ‘good UV protection’ on the label or swing tag. Remember to always protect skin and eyes when you’re in the mountains, or around reflective surfaes like snow and water, when UV levels are damaging. SUNSMART MYTHS 1) I can’t get sunburnt on a cloudy day. False: You can still get sunburnt on a cloudy day. This is because UV radiation can get through light cloud cover, so unprotected skin can still be damaged. 2) Temperature gives me a good idea of the the chances of getting sunburnt. False: The heat from the sun is caused by
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infrared radiation, not ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation can still be high even on a cool day, when infrared radiation is low. Just think about how easy it is to get sunburnt on the skifields when it can be very cold. 3) I’m windburnt not sunburnt. False: Your windburn is sunburn caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The wind may make you feel cooler but UV radiation can still be high even on a windy day. Just think about why you don’t get windburn if you’re out in the dark on a windy night. 4) Sunscreen blocks out all UV radiation. False: No sunscreen filters out all UV radiation – that’s why you need to limit your time in the sun no matter what sunscreen you’re using and cover up. 5) Getting badly sunburnt before the age of 20 increases my risk of getting melanoma skin cancer later on. True: If you have a history of one or more sunburns before you turn 20, research suggests you have a much higher chance of getting melanoma skin cancer as you age.
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6) Wearing a t-shirt in the water is as sun protective as a rash shirt. False: A wet t-shirt may offer only half the protection it does when it is dry. If you are going to be in the water, a rash shirt and sunscreen is a good form of protection. A full body wetsuit gives better protection.
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Te Wananga o Aotearoa Not all first aid certificates are created equal Bachelor of Social Work
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that commitment, Daryl’s studies also helped him reconnect with his iwi, Ngati Maniapoto. Daryl has now received an official apology from Ministry of Social Development chief executive Brendan Boyle for his years of maltreatment. The investigation revealed 40 serious cases of misconducts by social workers and caregivers against him. And Daryl’s committed to improving the system. His presentations to staff in social agencies and caregivers has forced some to reevaluate their careers. “Some people have quit their jobs, others have walked out of the room in tears and some have said they want to do their jobs better. “At the end of the day, I understand the social worker’s role and the foster carer’s role. When you put those things together then go into a social work role, you see things so differently. “We have run down the track with the same people and the same ideas and system, and the (Children and Raewyn Clegg Young Person’s) Registered Teacher of Act hasn’t changed Piano and Theory of since 1989. Music. Someone with fresh 29 Lancewood Drive eyes has to go in Halswell there. I really think Ph 322-9377 I can help here.”
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assessment standards 6401 (or • Unit 26551) and 6402 (or 26552), a minimum of eight hours’ training and assessment For refresher training, where the learner’s certificate is no older than two years and three months from date of issue, a minimum of six hours’ training and assessment. First aid training must cover the outcomes of the NZQA first aid unit standards being assessed and any additional modules identified by the employer through the workplace risk assessment process as outlined in Department of Labour guidelines. Only first aid training providers accredited by NZQA can award the credits and issue a first aid certificate. NZQA conduct regular External Evaluative Reviews on all training providers. New Zealand Red Cross is proud to hold a double Highly Confident accreditation in both Educational Performance and Capability in Self-Assessment. This means that NZ Red Cross is a Category One training provider. First aid refresher training Refresher training is required every two years to maintain the certificates. The requirement allows for a three-month period of grace, so the cut off period is two years and three months which should allow sufficient time to enrol onto a suitable course. If a certificate is not renewed for more than three calendar months from the second anniversary date of issue, it will be necessary for the certificate holder to complete full first aid training to maintain currency.
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s a graduate of our Bachelor of Social Work with an influential role at Child, Youth and Family, you wouldn’t know from looking at 35-year-old Daryl Brougham the long, hard road he’s travelled. Daryl was placed with 79 different foster homes throughout his childhood. He thought his surname was “Foster,” and his life was a spiral of emotional, physical and sexual abuse from so-called “caregivers” – the majority of whom were not approved by social agencies. Adding to the tragedy is his removal from the few families who, looking back, he believes truly cared for him. Take this story and eventually enter into the picture Te Wananga o Aotearoa at our Manukau campus. Through the beatings, abuse and deprivation of his upbringing, Daryl always held hope that the next home would be better, but understandably at times, his behavior reflected the treatment he was receiving. At one point, a social worker said to him, “Daryl, the way you’re going you’re going to end up in jail.” Daryl’s response? “I looked at him and thought, I’m going to become a social worker. And I will do things differently and better.” Our Bachelor in Social Work not only provided him with the skills and qualifications to follow through with
hile first aid courses must achieve prescribed New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA) standards to be certified, not all training providers deliver the same course. Some courses range from teaching only the basic NZQA specified content and nothing else, to providing detailed and comprehensive content designed to familiarise participants to a wide range of likely emergencies. Providers offering shortened courses or courses not meeting NZQA training requirements are now in the spotlight. NZQA and the Department of Labour have published a factsheet to outline requirements for providers, learners and employers for first aid training based on currently registered NZQA unit standards. Below are a summary of what we think you should know. Course differences Training providers can market their courses under a wide range of names such as Essential First Aid, Workplace First Aid or Comprehensive First Aid and many other eye-catching titles. The content of courses can also vary. It is the responsibility of the employer to ensure that employees attend courses appropriate to their industry risks. Unit standard-based first aid training The minimum duration of first aid training and assessment will be for training based on: • Unit standards 6400, 6401 (or 26552) and 6402 (or 26551), a minimum of 12 hours’ training and
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Programmes are tailored to give every student the support they need to make the most of their time at the polytechnic. The Christchurch campus offers programmes including primary industries, beauty therapy, hairdressing, early childhood studies and media communications. Whether you are a school leaver, changing career or starting an entirely new chapter of your life, there is something for you at Aoraki in 2016.
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Better education leads to better jobs Many entry level jobs now require education beyond high school.
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his is an accelerating trend as the world moves increasingly into the digital space and even relatively simple jobs become more complex. A lot of tertiary programmes are single year or even just six months, and give the person a big leap ahead of other candidates for jobs. “We find that employers want proven skills, not just the intention to do the job well,” says Paul Watkins, marketing manager for tertiary education provider Vision College and TrainMe. “For this reason, we have geared our programmes to be very practical and based on industry needs, which we find are changing constantly.”
For lower level programmes, 16 to 19-years-olds can mostly study for free, while older students can access student loans and allowances, meaning that financing the study may not be a big barrier. “Employers don’t train their staff on the job like they used to, with employers seeking proven productivity from day one,” says Watkins. “As a result, we include realworld projects in our web and software programmes, drivers licence and barista in our Level 1 course, and up to 200 hours of centre placement in our Early Childhood programmes. So they don’t learn theory, but demonstrate it.” This is apparent in the changing face of tertiary education across other
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aulger Courts is a family owned and oriented village. Owners Robyn and Peter MacDonald truly appreciate the value and importance of independence and on- Revered for centuries by Polynesians and Southeast going community relationships to their residents, whilst remaining a close-knit Asians for its remarkable skin anti-ageing and and supportive community. Our residents maintain their community attachments, hobbies and independence, whilst knowing that support is there if they need it. healing properties, dilo oil comes from the nut of the The village’s 34 semi-detached but private units sit in landscaped grounds alongside George Manning House, the purpose-built eighty bed rest home and hospital. On hand at GMH sacred Dilo tree, “the tree of a thousand virtues”. Robyn and her team are available to answer any questions or organise any assistance the residents need. he Dilo tree draws its sustenance the Natural Health Advisers at Marshall’s Paulger Courts units are designed to be comfortable and easy to live in, whilst relieving directly from the nutrient rich Health & Natural Therapy, 110 Seaview the residents of the burden of home maintenance or reliance on family for urgent assistance. warm waters of the Pacific Ocean. Road, New Brighton, Phone: 388-5757. With the supplied ‘Never Alone’ alarm, the nightly security patrol and willing staff, residents Dilo oil is also called “the We are Always Happy to Help! and their families can feel reassured that help is at hand should it be required. beauty oil” as it can penetrate all three The emphasis at Paulger Courts is on ensuring that it always remains a happy place for layers of the skin offering exceptional cell people to live, making the move to a retirement village as easy a transition as possible. hydration and regeneration. It has a unique ability to stimulate the growth of healthy skin cells and the formation of new tissue giving it powerful anti-aging properties Paulger Courts boast can help reduce lines, blemishes, lovely peaceful park-like that scars, stretchmarks, dry or scaly skin, skin gardens to wander or redness and repair damaged skin. just sit and enjoy It also possesses anti-inflammatory, the birdsong. antimicrobial, antifungal, antioxidant and sun protective properties and is commonly used on most skin ailments including rosacea, pimples, ulcers and sores, acne and acne scars, psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, rashes, blisters, skin eruptions, warts, insect bites and stings, athlete’s foot, burns, sunburn, cuts and cracks, nappy rash, and many more often with incredible results. Also it is used for joint and muscular pain and may even help stimulate healing. Further information is available from
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It can cause short-term memory loss, tiredness and contribute to high blood pressure. The Snorex device does not feel restrictive, is non-invasive and carries a money-back guarantee. Many people are referred by ear, nose and throat specialists, however, anyone can phone for an appointment. For an information pack or to discuss the Snorex further, phone Denise Lim on 383 0994 or check out the website www.snorex.co.nz
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The Importance of Good Blood Pressure!
lood pressure is an indicator of cardiovascular as well as overall health. Healthy blood flow is vital for a healthy body as the blood plasma transports nutrients, hormones, metabolic waste, oxygen and CO2 throughout the body. An area in the brain keeps check on blood flow to ensure health of all cells and the organs they make up. If blood flow is reduced, the brain will try to normalise blood flow by adjusting the heart strength, frequency (pulse rate) as well as the width of blood vessels, all via the nervous system. Over a period of time, the blood pressure may keep increasing due to the deterioration of blood flow. A higher blood pressure is not ideal and it is considered a major risk factor for stroke, aneurysm, organ failure and heart failure. Even moderate elevation of blood pressure is considered a major reason for shorter life expectancy. If we can maintain our blood pressure in the normal range, our overall health will be improved. Systolic blood pressure, the upper figure, is when the heart contracts and pushes blood around the body. Ideally at rest, this should be between 100 to 120. The diastolic blood pressure, the lower figure, is the pressure in the arteries between beats and ideally at rest this should be between 60 to 70. It has been found in around 90 per cent of cases, high blood pressure is caused
by an increase in the resistance to blood flow in the blood vessels. It is believed inflammation and stiffness of the blood vessels are major reasons for this increased resistance. Checking our blood pressure on a regular basis allows us to adjust our diet and lifestyle and see the benefits in our blood pressure readings. Blood pressure monitors and further information on how to improve your overall health and blood pressure naturally is available from the natural health advisers at Marshall’s Health and Natural Therapy, 110 Seaview Road, New Brighton. Ph 388 5757. We Are Always Happy to Help!
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Making sure your automobile is in tiptop condition, is a high priority for the coming weeks and months.
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The Christchurch Star Company specialises in the printing and delivery of gloss mailers and letterbox flyers. We offer a FREE professional Creative and Design service to ensure your advertising is effectively targetting your customers. You can choose CHCH wide delivery to every home or target your delivery to where your customers live. Talk to us about the best option for your business.
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SHUTTLE RUNNING Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat
what'sON TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS Members Lucky Card Draw TAB POD SATURDAY, 7PM GET YOUR FESTIVE ON with
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PIERVIEW Restaurant Quality a la carte with a view!
NEW SUMMER MENU OUT NOW! Great Value SPECIALS
FRIDAY SPECIAL:
ALL GRILLS $20 for a limited time SUNDAY SPECIAL
Dateless n Desperate PopRockBand
COMING UP...
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
DJ VINYLMAN 7pm Saturday 19 December
functions
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO BOOK XMAS FUNCTIONS, WEDDINGS, ANY OCCASION
Phone Mark on 364 74537453 or 021 800800 809809 • Email: mark@christchurchstar.co.nz Phone Mark on 364 or 021 • Email: mark@starmedia.kiwi
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PRIVATE FUNCTION ROOMS AVAILABLE
$25 3-Course Feast Soup - Roast - Dessert Open FRI, SAT, SUN from 5.30pm Bookings Recommended
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ClubBISTRO Open Tuesday to Saturday 12pm-2pm and from 5pm.
Midweek SPECIAL
$10 ROAST Available Tue, Wed & Thur
202 Marine Parade | Ph 388-9416 Members, guests and affiliates welcome
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Monday December 7 2015
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Celebrate the silly season with us Bring in a non-perishable food item to donate to the Christchurch City Mission between Monday 16 November and Thursday 17 December 2015 and we will give you your daily caffeine fix for FREE!
PRE-XMAS SET MENU FOR PARTIES 10 OR MORE
THREE FESTIVE COURSES AVAILABLE LUNCH/DINNER DAILY UNTIL 24/12/15
$40
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Racecourse Hotel Motorlodge 118 Racecourse Rd, Sockburn, Christchurch. Ph 03 342 7150
www.racecoursehotel.co.nz LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
Open daily from 6.30am - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
FREE Buy 1 Get 1 FREE
Lunch & Dinner
HAPPY HOUR 5PM - 7PM DAILY
All you can eat, 7 days
Rhonda Bookings Essential
PH 386 0088
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LIVE MUSIC 6PM FRIDAY 11th December
PHONE 385 8880 FIND US ON FACEBOOK fb.com/GBCCHCH
THE GARDEN HOTEL COMPLEX | 110 MARSHLAND RD | www.gardenhotel.co.nz | phone 385 3132
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Monday December 7 2015
WESTERN NEWS
Christmas Hams Westmeat half hams
$9.99 kg
NZ Riverside half and whole hams $11.49 kg NZ Pestell’s half and whole hams $11.99 kg NZ Boneless Rolled Hams
$15.99 kg
NZ Champagne Hams
$13.99 kg
All available while stocks last.
394 Blenheim Road (Next to Supercheap Auto) Phone: 03 349 5078 Mon to Fri: 7am to 6pm Sat: 7am to 5pm | Sun: Closed