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thousand turning up to enjoy the day.“There was really a lot going on all

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“It was really great to be able to hold the parade this year after last year’s event was cancelled due to

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main street we also had and Christmas market behind the library which proved very popular and had a great feel to it. Also this year we had a junior buskers competition which was a real hit.”

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Mr Claus has been making his presence felt across the district and was most recently spotted at the Lincoln Xmas Parade held along the main street of the Selwyn township.

One of the organisers of the event Geoff Malcolm said the turnout was on a par with previous years with several

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Christmas has officially arrived in Selwyn with Santa Claus dropping in to get residents into the spirit of the festive season.

Santa and his little helpers arrive in Lincoln to kick off the festive season. Clockwise: Santa, Maggie Poff, Ehren Sturgess, Hunter Smith and Carter Meaclem. Photo by Peter Walker.

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Mrs Jenny Gallagher of Kirwee was one of two Selwyn residents to receive a Queen’s Service Medal, with Prebbleton’s Mrs Selma Scott receiving hers for her work with the Pacific Island community.

As a strong believer in grassroots community involvement Mrs Gallagher said she was shocked but a “little chuffed” to receive the letter from Governor General Sir Jerry Mateparae informing her of her award for services to the community.

“I think Dad would be proud as he was the one who really got me involved

Passion for community

by Kent Caddick

The woman who recently helped lead the successful fight to retain the Malvern Community Board has been honoured by the Queen in her Birthday Honours list.

in community service,” she said.Her father, Willie Henderson, was

a long time member and president and treasurer of the Courtenay A&P Association, while her grandfather Davey ‘JD’ Henderson was a also a president of the association and chair of the Paparoa County Council, part of which was merged to form the Selwyn District Council.

Mrs Gallagher said, as well as the family influences, community involvement was just a part of living in small rural communities like Halkett and Kirwee.

“When there was something on or something to do, whether it be an A&P Show, marking a school centennial or just a working bee at the domain, the whole community came along.

“As children that was just a normal part of our lives and that sense of community has stayed with me.”

That passion for grassroots community involvement came to the fore last year when a Selwyn District Council representation review initially recommended doing away with the Malvern Community Board of which she was into to her second term as chair.

Kirwee’s Jenny Gallagher received a Queen’s Service Medal in the Queen’s Birthday honours list for her service to the community. Photo by Kent Caddick

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With the 40 Hour Famine this weekend many are preparing to swap their everyday luxuries for the bare necessities, taking on many challenges, including living out of a backpack for 40 hours.

This year, for the first time in 41 years, the focus of the Famine has changed to 40 Hours for Refugee Children, to address the Syria Refugee Crisis and help fund child-friendly spaces in refugee camps in Jordan.

Already 95,000 New Zealander’s have signed up for the One Weekend One Backpack challenge to live out of a backpack for the 40 Hour Famine weekend – experiencing what it would be like for refugees who flee their homes with very little.

“We’ve had phenomenal interest from New Zealand youth this year who are passionate about getting behind the 40 hours for refugee children theme,” World Vision New Zealand CEO Chris Clarke

“They’ve already raised over $123,000 in donations, and we are still 10 days out from the official start date.”

Children from around the country are taking part in walkathons, sleepovers,

40 hour famineA virtual refugee camp, 40 works of art, backyard box camps and sleeping in a cage are just some of the activities set to take place around New Zealand this month for the 40 Hour Famine.

including setting up backyard box camps and running markets and clothes swaps to raise funds.

World Vision’s 40 Hour Famine supports child-friendly spaces at refugee camps this year.

The fundraising campaign is part of ECan’s Warmer Cheaper programme which is designed to help Canterbury communities to have smoke-free fires, warmer homes and save on firewood.

“One of the keys to a good fire is using enough kindling at the outset,” ECan commissioner David Bedford said.

“We’ve noticed that some people aren’t using enough and they end up with a smoky fire. This is actually a waste of firewood as it sends their heat up the chimney as smoke.

“To encourage people to use enough kindling, we’re working with local community groups and schools to help

Kindling fundraiserSelwyn schools, clubs, teams, community groups and charities are being invited to help their community to burn smoke-free by joining Environment Canterbury’s kindling fundraiser.

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After a long day of shooting out on Lake Ellesmere, 11 of Canterbury’s best duck callers entertained around 100 spectators as they competed in the Christchurch round of the 2016 New Zealand Duck Calling Championships at the Springston Hotel.

The round was the fifth in a series of six regional competitions around the country, with the top competitors going on to the nationals to be held in Tauranga in July.

Event organiser Jarrad Mehlhopt of Rolleston said in America, duck-calling is hugely popular and some people even make their living from the sport.

“The quality of the calling at Springston was extremely high and it’s only going to get better as more and more people are giving it a go.”

Mr Mehlhopt said over the last three years the sport has really gained momentum with a trip to the United States on offer for the national winner.

“There is some real talent in the country such as 17-year-old Hunter

Springston hosts duck callersby Kent Caddick

Many Springston residents could be forgiven for thinking that a flock of ducks had taken up refuge inside their favourite watering hole recently.

Morrow from Luggate in Central Otago, who won last year’s national event, winning for himself a free trip to the United States for the World Duck-Calling Championship.

“Like some he entered just to have fun, but ended up coming fifth in the world so I think there is huge potential in this country. And the bonus for shooters is that the better their calling, the bigger their bag counts are.”

During the competition, competitors have just one minute of calling to impress the judges with their impression of realistic live duck calls.

Former Kaituna man George Butterick, who now works and lives in the Mid Canterbury high country, took out first place in Springston. He, along with Leeston’s Mark Barringer, who was runner-up, and third place-getter Callum McKenzie of Rolleston, will go on to the nationals in July.

This year will be the first time the national finals have been held outside the South Island and a large flock of

around 30 callers will fight it out for the national title.

The winner will receive a trip to America to compete in the World Duck-

Calling Championship, which is held during the Maryland Water Fowl Festival in November.

John Hunter from Southland is full of concentration during the New Zealand Duck Calling Championships regional competition at the Springston Hotel.

The Trust was established in 1998 as part of consent agreements for the Lake Coleridge power station.

The new projects are in addition to the trust’s ongoing contributions to pest and weed control in the area.

Trust chair, Selwyn District Councillor Sam Broughton, said they have appointed a coordinator to help with the work.

“New trust coordinator Toni Barlow has been living and working in tourism in the Coleridge area for the past five years and is excited about contributing to the trust’s work,” Cr

Lake Coleridge environmental protectionNew projects are underway to help protect important ecological areas around Lake Coleridge under the guidance of the Lake Coleridge Habitat Enhancement Trust.

Broughton said.“Initially the trust wants to install

signage about iconic species that live and breed in the area and about wetland environments around the lake.

“The large braided rivers around Lake Coleridge are important nesting habitats for some very unique and threatened birds.”

He said wrybills are perhaps the most unusual as they are the only bird in the world whose beak is curved sideways, which it uses to catch insects and larvae from under rocks in

the rivers. Banded dotterels, black-fronted

terns and black-billed gulls are also specially adapted to live and breed on braided rivers.

“Another spectacular and very rare bird is the crested grebe, whose main habitat is the South Island’s high country lakes.

“Along with birds, the lakes and rivers are important for fish and eels. Too many species are endangered and we need to do more to protect their habitat,” Cr Broughton said.

Lake Coleridge Habitat Enhancement Trust chair Sam Broughton and newly appointed trust coordinator Toni Barlow on the shores of the Selwyn lake.


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“Our rural and urban communities have a symbiotic relationship relying on each other. We therefore cannot have extreme views of each other’s worlds but need to work together to take us forward.”

I believe that the combination of 32 years on the road as a volunteer ambulance officer, a life time in farming and in rural communities understanding their needs, along with being part of the Canterbury Water Management Strategy in Selwyn for the last five years gives me a unique insight into the management of water and the environment, balanced by the needs and aspirations of the wider community.

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Passion for communityShe, along with other board

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“While we do not have a lot of delegated authority from the council the board is an essential part of keeping the community involved in the district’s decision-making process.

“It makes people feel connected and by helping to identify the needs of the community to board can then work to having those needs fulfilled.”

Mrs Gallagher is now gearing up for her third local body election and will again be standing for the community board in the October election, although a decision to reach for higher office isn’t being ruled out at this stage.

“I couldn’t very well not stand after helping to retain the board,” she said.

In looking back on her community career she said her involvement in three centennial committees was

one of the highlights.She was part of the Halkett and

Kirwee school centennial celebrations and also for the Kirwee Tennis Club of which she is a life member.

Mrs Gallagher, who runs a bed and breakfast business from her Kirwee home, paid tribute to the support of her husband Terry, to whom she has been married to for almost 45 years.

“Almost none of what I have been able to do would have been possible without Jerry.”

In the citation accompanying the announcement of Mrs Gallagher’s QSM it read that, “following the 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes she played a developing and supporting role in the Community Civil Defence Response Team within the Selwyn district, and this model of community level support and management for emergency response is now the preferred approach across the whole district”.

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Pink Ribbon at FlemingtonResidents of one of Lincoln’s newest subdivisions Flemington gathered recently to help raise awareness and dollars for the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation through its Pink Ribbon campaign.

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Ceramic artist Jane McCulla is originally from Northern Ireland, gaining a first class BA Honours degree in Fine and Applied Arts from the University of Ulster.

She relocated to New Zealand in 2009 and now lives in Lyttelton, where she has a home-based studio. She works to commission and also sells work from galleries and retail outlets throughout New Zealand.

Her work has received notable accolades including a Merit Award in 2013 at the prestigious Portage Ceramic Awards based in Auckland and she has also exhibited in London, Ireland and Australia.

This month’s exhibition will also feature works by current Rangi Ruru Girls’ School art students and staff, and is entitled Thinking in Print.

Some of these works are part of NCEA Visual Arts portfolios where the assessment is based on developing and extended ideas while other works are from the school’s staff and artists in the school’s Artist in Residency programme.

Ceramics and printmaking Darfield exhibition focusAn exhibition of ceramics by Jane McCulla and printmaking works by staff and students at Rangi Ruru Girls’ School will be the focus of this month’s exhibition at the Selwyn Art Gallery in Darfield.

Rangi Ruru art teacher, Kate Rivers said students regularly see staff and artists in the school residency programme producing their own art, design and photography work.

“Not only do all staff in the Visual Art Faculty produce works but staff from other curriculum areas do so too, trying new things, taking risks and showing lifelong learning,” she said.

For some staff this is their first exhibition, for others, they are old hands having shown works nationally or internationally, and sometimes both.

“Staff are delighted to be showing our works alongside the girls who inspire, challenge and empower us. As a teacher this is an incredibly satisfying and rewarding part of my job,” Ms Rivers said.

The gallery will be open daily (except Mondays) from 10am to 4pm for the exhibition which closes on June 30.

An exhibition programme is available from the gallery or go to www.facebook.com/Selwyngallery.

Rangi Ruru students Pia Petersen and Harmony Zhou admire their works in the Selwyn Gallery.

Matariki is the name for the group of stars also known as the Pleiades star cluster or The Seven Sisters. The New Year is marked by the rise of Matariki and the sighting of the next new moon.

On Saturday, June 25 June a free event is planned featuring renowned artist Marcus Winter who will tell the Maori story of creation through pictures.

The celebration will also include Nga i Te Ruahikihiki performing a mihi whakatau (welcome), and kapa haka performances by local high schools in collaboration with the Te Taumutu Rananga.

The event is funded by the Selwyn District Council and will take place at Lincoln University from 2.30-5.30pm. Registration is essential to attend this free family event.

To register please visit www.selwynmatariki.eventbrite.co.nz.

Selwyn Libraries also have a range of activities planned to celebrate Matariki.

Local storyteller Rosaline Brown will visit Leeston Library on Thursday, June 9 from 3.30pm to 4.30pm to share traditional Maori stories at a free session for all ages.

Free craft sessions open to children and adults are also being planned for this month at libraries where artist Tracey Te Karu will show participants how to weave harakeke (flax) stars.

Science Alive will also visit local

Selwyn celebrates MatarikiDuring June Selwyn residents are being invited to join in celebrations for Matariki, the Maori New Year.

libraries later in the month to explain the science of Matariki stars and engage children in some fun hands-on activities.

Artist Marcus Winter will tell the Maori story of creation through sand pictures at a free Matariki celebration in Lincoln later this month.


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Pink Shirt Day is an international anti-bullying day and all West Melton pupils participated in a variety of anti-bullying activities on the day.

Teacher aide Rita Spadoni said the school was a fusion of pink in a variety of shades.

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“Our Pukeko Team participated in a game called ‘string theory’, which was about giving compliments and making connections.”

Students say no to bullyingWest Melton School pupils marked Bullying Free New Zealand Week with a Pink Shirt Day late last month.

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West Melton School’s head students Alessandra and Bella handover a cheque to Priscilla Pill from the Aorangi Foundation which was the proceeds from a Funky Wacky Day was held earlier in the year. The Aorangi Foundation gives students from low decile schools the opportunity to attend a Living Springs camp. Teacher aide Rita Spadoni said the school’s Year 4 students attended Living Springs this year, and it was decided to help students who may not have the privilege to attend camp and miss out on the awesome experiences they had. “Priscilla talked to our students on how humbled they were that our students had chosen to support their Foundation based on their own experiences at Living Springs,” Ms Spadoni said.

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Southbridge will face last year’s beaten finalist Waihora in the final, which will be played at Southbridge Domain in Saturday afternoon.

With both sides members of the Ellesmere Rugby Sub Union a coin toss was needed to decide the final’s venue with Southbridge winning out.

Both sides needed late tries to shrug off their opposition in the semis.

A last-minute try to Southbridge prop Max Lum gave his side a 26-23 win over Rakaia, while Harrison Kirk converted a late try by Bronson Munro to steal a 27-25 come-from-behind win over North Canterbury giants Glenmark.

Southbridge started slowly against Rakaia with the visitors opening the scoring with a try early in the match.

All Selwyn rugby finalby Kent Caddick

Two Selwyn sides will contest the final of this year’s Canterbury Combined Country Rugby division one competition after thrilling semi-finals over the weekend.

A try to Southbridge centre Peni Manumanuniliwa just before halftime gave Southbridge a narrow 13-10 lead going into the second half.

Rakaia struck early in the second half and going into the final minute Southbridge trailed 19-23 before Lum plunged over and Shannon Donald converted to seal the win.

Waihora supporters were shell-shocked at halftime in the match against Glenmark as the North Canterbury side established a near 20-pont lead by the break.

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The two sides took part in a Christchurch Netball centre tournament played at the YMCA indoor courts in Bishopdale featuring teams from throughout the South Island.

The U19 side came up against representative teams from Christchurch, Southland, North Canterbury and Tasman while the U17s faced sides from Christchurch, South Canterbury, Mid Canterbury and North Canterbury.

Selwyn Player Development Officer Vanessa Robinson said for both teams it was their first tournament of the season and as such results weren't the most important thing to take out of the weekend.

"Both sides used the opportunity to get used to playing together and building combinations for the tournaments later in the year."

Rep season underwayThe representative netball season kicked off over Queen’s Birthday Weekend with both the Selwyn U19 and U17 sides in action.

The Selwyn Netball Centre has also named its U15 rep sides for 2016. They are:

U15A: Ashleigh Hall, Emma Bryce, Ruby Keno, Samara Northmore, Shaunagh Poutoa (Rolleston); Emily Skilling, (Ellesmere); Lucy Glassey (West Melton); Jasmine Curtis, Melissa Banks, Morgan Davidson (Lincoln).

U15B: Emily Cater, Ione Dennis (Southbridge); Gemma Rowe, Jordyn Kennedy, Kaitlyn Sha, Sophie McLeish (Rolleston); Grace Flanagan, Mackenzie Pringle (Lincoln); Meg Fleming (Tai Tapu); Millie Edwar5ds (Prebbleton).

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When considering buying a small block of land there are many things to consider, including proximity to schools, services and medical facilities, sports grounds and social gatherings.

Potential buyers need to also consider the time it takes to maintain and small block of land.

A block of land doesn’t look after itself, and just like a quarter acre section there is mowing, gardening, fence maintenance, and costs associated with water supply, hedge or tree trimming and cleaning up, water race maintenance and dealing with the feeding and animal health needs for whatever stock you have on your property.

Think hard about how much land you require and why. Ask yourself: Have I time for all this and if I have animals, can I get a week away on holiday and who can I get to look after my animals, cats or dogs.

Choosing your lifestyle blockMany people dream of a life lived in the country where peace and quiet abounds, with space to have some animals, perhaps grow some vegetables and generally get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

For those not used to the rural lifestyle a realistic view of country life is required. Being realistic about what it’s like to live in the country can stop any surprises or disappointments later.

You will be living in a rural environment and farmers spray crops, burn crop residue, have smelly animals and use tractors, harvesters, barking dogs and farmers who sometimes use choice language in talking to their best friends, their dogs. This is life in the country so don’t arrive on your new block and start complaining.

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Those considering purchasing land should also ask what soil type is required. Growing crop requires different soils to stock grazing. What is the expected rainfall in this area and do I need to provide extra feed in summer or winter. What handling facilities will I need such as yards and loading race.

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are provided, or not, and how much it will cost to have these services connected prior to placing an offer. Do your homework.

Also checking on legal boundaries can save a lot of future trouble with neighbours, such as, who owns trees, and the responsibility of trimming? Boundaries are always an issue so make sure you have a clear understanding of your proposed property.

With a bit of realistic thinking, careful planning and information finding you can find yourself a piece of land to build your dream.

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Property Size• Choose your property size carefully. • Compact properties can be easy

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Community Energy Action Charitable Trust (CEA) can still fit in homeowners with a CSC who have either children or a health condition or are over 65.

“Don’t be shy to call and get help with insulation,” CEA chief executive Caroline Shone of Kirwee said.

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CEA is finding less and less houses with no insulation at all, however, many homes have far less insulation than is now recommended.

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“Our kiwi she’ll-be-right-attitude is not appropriate in this instance.”

Insulation installed last century is likely to have been a thinner layer than is now recommended. And in many cases old insulation has compacted over the years, reducing its effectiveness. A well-insulated house requires much less power or firewood to heat it and is more comfortable to live in. Spread the word

“Especially older people are notorious for not taking advantage of subsidies that are available to them,” Ms

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CEA will come out and check insulation for free and households that qualify can get the insulation installed for free.

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With its mix of commercial and club fields, plus world-class heli-skiing, Canterbury offers skiers and boarders a veritable smorgasbord of winter options.

Mt Hutt is regarded as having some of the most varied terrain in the South Island and attracts skiers and boarders from not just all over New Zealand but across the globe.

The Porters ski area is the closest field to Christchurch and now features a quad chairlift, part of a $7 million upgrade of the field’s facilities.

As well as the commercial fields Canterbury offers a variety of club fields which cater for the beginner to expert skier or boarder and for those who enjoy the atmosphere of a club field.

Snow time

The ski season is set to get underway this week with the Mt Hutt ski area being the first of the Canterbury fields to open.

Mt Hutt ski areaA vast mountain with 472

hectares of diverse terrain, Mt Hutt offers a challenging and exciting snow experience.

Mt Hutt’s lift and trail system, recently redeveloped, has made it a candidate for possibly one of the best lift and terrain mixes in the South Island.

Mt Hutt has also seen the addition of more snowmaking, base building development and a new mini terrain park for beginners and novices.

Mt Hutt offers all levels of skier and rider an awesome winter experience. Trails, off-piste, terrain parks and halfpipe are accessed by a six seater express chairlift, an express quad chair, a triple chair and a 140m long surface conveyor lift. Each winter, there is the opportunity to watch the many of the world’s best ski racers who come down under for training.

Mt Hutt is a 90-minute drive from Christchurch and 35-minutes from Methven. Canterbury ski fields offer some of the country’s

best terrain for boarders.

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Three high capacity rope tows service a vertical rise of 500 metres. Terrain at Craigieburn Valley is varied, exciting and challenging with the infamous 600m vertical descent of Middle Basin (which is often compared to a heli-skiing experience) accessible by a short traverse from the tow.

Craigieburn is situated only 1½ hours (110km) from Christchurch on Highway 73. The 6km road up to the ski field is accessible to all motor vehicles except camper vans. It is essential that all vehicles carry chains though these are generally only required by 2 wheel drives.

On the field up to 65 people can be accommodated in the lodge which features 6-person bunkrooms and private double rooms.

The Craigieburn Valley ski area provides a challenge for the experienced skier and boarder.

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Porters ski areaWith a top elevation of 2000

metres, Porters is endowed with regular natural snow from both southerly and westerly weather patterns providing some of the best snow conditions for skiers and boarders.

It is the closest ski area to Christchurch, just 89km from the airport and around a one hour drive from Christchurch. The road to the field off SH73 has a good surface and is easy driving at most times of the year.

The field’s $4.5 million quad chairlift can carry up to 2000 people an hour and the field’s base facilities have also received an upgrade for the 2015 season.

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The terrain is suitable for everyone with a dedicated learner’s area in front of Palmers lodge.

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for adventurous snowboarders with powder-filled bowls, natural drop-offs and lips to keep them challenged all day. It also offers some of the most highly rated backcountry skiing available in the Canterbury region. More experienced skiers should take advantage of the rolling terrain in the bowls of Broken River and Allan’s Basin for some incredible off-piste, patrolled backcountry skiing.

Mt Olympus Mt Olympus, run by the Windwhistle

Winter Sports Club is set deep in the Ryton Valley, 45km from Windwhistle. Its back-country setting gives it a real rugged feel. The ski area is a wide open south facing bowl which captures some of the best southerly powder in Canterbury.

Situated half way up the mountain, the just renovated Top Hut Lodge and beginner’s slope is reached via an access tow. The beginner’s area is safe and close to the shelter of the lodge, a perfect spot to get the hang of the rope tow. The rest of the mountain is suitable for intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders.

Curling is a highlight of the season at the Mt Olympus ski field. Photo by Kinga Palmer

Mt Cheesman Mt Cheeseman is the second ski area

along the Craigieburn Range, boasts a sunny northeast basin with open rolling terrain. With great beginner and intermediate slopes, Mt Cheeseman is perfect for learners and families.

Two T bars give easy access to well-groomed gentle terrain with the learners tow located right beside the main lodge. Mt Cockayne offers great off-piste conditions and the face holds snow well.

If you are keen on a taste of backcountry, it is little effort to drop into Tarn Basin to get some fresh lines.

Temple BasinTemple Basin Ski Area is 4km

west of Arthur’s Pass in the middle of one of New Zealand’s most spectacular national parks. To reach the field there is a 40 to 60 minute walk (a free goods lift is provided).

Temple Basin is a club field with onfield accommodation in two modern lodges. Temple Basin has great terrain that covers everything from beginners to daredevil stuff.

Brilliant upper slopes, ski touring, snowboarding and the sunny aspect means Temple Basin can have great snow when other South Island ski areas are barely covered.

Temple Basin is one of the top snowboard areas in New Zealand and was voted the country’s top snowboard area by a NZ Snowboard Association/NZ Skiing Times survey.

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Lincoln and Districts Community Care Association co-ordinator Lois Thomas with some of the waterproof mattress protectors which the association has for sale or hire.

LDCCA co-ordinator Lois Thomas said they identified the need for support to parents in this area during research discussions with local community nurses.

“They brought to our attention that 80% of their work entails addressing children’s continence issues,” Ms Thomas said.

In finding a way to help parents LDCCA contacted Diane Hurford the founder of Brolly Sheets a company which manufactures special continence bedding in the form of waterproof mattress protectors.

“We negotiated a contract to purchase Brolly Sheets from the manufacturers at wholesale prices so we can pass on the benefits to our customers.

“Lions Club in Selwyn have been very

Help with children’s continence issuesThe Lincoln and Districts Community Care Association has moved to assist Selwyn parents in dealing with their children when it comes to continence issues.

generous and supportive of the project, donating funds to purchase sheets.”

Ms Thomas said there are a range of sizes available.

“We have single and king single in stock in colours to match your décor and additional sizes can be ordered and arrive within 48 hours.”

She said the sheets are not just for children.

“We see these sheets also providing a temporary solution for families who have an elderly relative staying for a short period. The family do not have to outlay additional funds for bed protection and family members do not have to bring theirs with them in their luggage.”

The Brolly Sheets are for sale or hire at the LDCCA in Lincoln or call them on 03 325 2007.

Most children are developmentally and physically ready to begin toilet training at 3½ years of age.

Below are some strategies to ensure that bladder and bowel problems do not become an issue for families.

Keep your child well hydrated Your child can achieve this by drinking

six evenly spaced drinks per day.Normal drinking times should be:

breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and supper.

These times can be altered to suit, but 6 evenly spaced drinks a day are very important. This is to ensure that the urine in the bladder is dilute enough not to cause irritation to the bladder. This irritation can lead to bladder spasm which can cause bladder leakage.

The best thing to drink is water, followed closely by milk or dilute juice.

Toilet training and bed-wettingToilet training and bed-wetting are two facets of raising a child which can cause concern for parents.

If you are drinking Raro etc then this must be well diluted. Make up to around 1½ litres water per sachet.

Avoid fizzy drinks or other drinks that may contain caffeine. These drinks may irritate the bladder and make it more difficult to hold on.

Drinking patternsSet 6 times per day when your child

must have a drink. Use a star chart.If your child is not a good drinker then

start slowly, i.e. 50 to 100mls each drink slowly increasing the amount in their glass over the next 4 to 6 weeks until they can drink a full glass at each sitting.

If you expect them to drink too much too soon, then they may feel bloated with the increase in fluid, and become resistant to drinking at all.

It is important that as a parent/

carer you take the responsibility for reminding your child to drink. This may be necessary for the 5 to 6 months until your child has established a routine around normal drinking habits.

Check that your child is not constipatedIf constipation is a problem this

also puts pressure on the bladder and can increase the irritation that may be experienced with the urge to pass urine.

Normal bowel habits are different for everyone, but the general rule is that the bowel motion should be soft and easy to pass; anything from 2-3 a day to 2-3 a week.

Ask your child if they have to strain to have a bowel motion, if so look at their diet to ensure they are eating good balanced diet. Increasing their fluid can also help prevent constipation.

Toilet times for bowel motionSitting on the toilet for a bowel motion

should be done 20 to 30 minutes after a meal, sitting for no longer than 5 to 10 minutes.

If you record over a one to two week period when your child usually has a bowel motion this will give you an idea of the time that best suits your child to sit for their bowel motion.

Sitting on a toilet or potty, well supported with their knees slightly raised will make it much easier to pass the bowel motion.

Use a toilet seat inner to support their bottom if sitting on the toilet and a foot stool to ensure their knees are slightly raised.

Good daytime bladder habitsThe bladder should be able to hold

on to appropriate volumes of urine throughout the day.

When adequately hydrated your child should be able to hold on for 3 to 3½ hours, passing urine volumes of up to 200 to 250mls each time.

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• Pump out Septic Tanks/ Grease traps

• Service contracts/ Maintenance reports

• Unblock Sewer & Stormwater Drains

• Hire Portable loos

• Waterblasting & Camera Investigations

n COMMERCIAL n GIB STOPPING n PAINTING

n RESIDENTIAL n SPRAY PAINTING

n TILING

M 021 123 [email protected]

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027434 7139 or03 347 4731

Qualified and Licensed BuilderQuality and professional service for

all your carpentry needs

For all enquiries contact: Dean Brewster 021 842 242

[email protected]

For all your earthmoving

requirements, driveways, lifestyle

block work etc.

027 351 [email protected]

Larcombs Road, Broadfield

Contracting Ltd027 351 8654

email: [email protected]

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ACCESSLock Specialists Ltd

DAMAGED LOCKS?Contact the Lock Specialists

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Suppliers of Quality Safes Electronic Locks | Transponder Keys

Remotes for Cars, Alarms & Garage Doors24hr Mobile Service

170 Waterloo Rd, Hornbywww.accesslocks.co.nz

0800 539 537Supporting Canterbury

MB FENCING CONTRACTINGSelwyn Area & Surrounds

All types of rural fencing, latest equipment.

All work guaranteed

FREE QUOTES

Ph. (evenings) 324 4111 or 0273-395-695

• Based in & servicing the Selwynregionforfiveyears

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We can cover all aspects of tree maintenance and removals.

www.tailoredtrees.co.nz(03) 317 9587 Like us on

Call us for the easiest way to save you money

on your home loan.

Looking after Selwyn for 10 years now.

Phone: 03 325 [email protected]

the mortgage shop

838 Jones RoadRolleston03 347 8622021 222 8661

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FIREWOOD SUPPLIES

eftpos now available

GET YOUR FIREWOOD IN EARLY BEFORE WINTER

WEST MELTON MARKET AT ST. PAULS

For information on available stalls and relevant costs please contact:

Sue Benzie 021 733 080 [email protected]

WEEKLY MARKET HELD EVERY SATURDAY WET OR FINE FROM

ONWARDS 9AM – 12PM

We work to find forever homes for our lovely bull breed dogs and have a collection of beautiful doggies looking for a second chance in life.

chchbullbreedrescue.org.nz or call 021 296 7389

the record june 8, 2016

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