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Ellesmere players, from left, Isileli Fine, Hayden Annand, Michael Sheat, Shannon Donald and Maxwell Lum, all from the Southbridge club, take their turn to savour Southbridge Shield success on their home ground. The Ellesmere side made it nine wins in the last 10 years with its 21-10 victory to ensure the shield stayed south of the Waimakariri River. For a full match report and more photos see page 7. Photo by Ian Knott

The school has been lobbying for some time to utilise part of a vacant council owned land lot on Norman Kirk Drive but has failed to secure support from either the council or the ministry to purchase the land.

Councillors decided at a recent meeting to agree to a request from the ministry to meet and discuss the lease of the land, however, the decision

was by no means unanimous with five councillors voting against further discussion on the matter.

One of those, Ellesmere Ward councillor Pat McEvedy said it wasn’t because they didn’t want to help the school.

“What we want is further investigation as to how this piece of land fits into the overall development of central Rolleston.

“We need to know what else the other lots on this section could be used for and how they will all work together before we commit to any lease of the land.”

Council chief executive David Ward said council is open to the potential of leasing land to the ministry, subject to the lease not limiting the future use of the site and a fair rental rate being paid by the ministry.

Selwyn District Council staff are to meet with the Ministry of Education to discuss the potential lease of council land to Rolleston Primary School.

by Kent Caddick

Council to discuss school land lease

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Flippa Ball is a modified junior version of water polo and the term three competition starts on August 2 and runs on Sundays from 4.30pm to 6.30pm.

The term three competition follows a successful season during term two when 52 Year 4 to 8 children took part. The competition was run by Wharenui Water Polo coach Paul Abraas and parent Jacqui Stewart with seven teams taking part.

Karli Haugh of the Selwyn Aquatic Centre said Wharenui water polo players also ran weekly 20 minute coaching sessions for the players before their games.

Flippa ball competitionRegistrations are now open for children to join a fun Flippa Ball competition at the Selwyn Aquatic Centre.

Action from last term’s Flippa Ball competition at the Selwyn Aquatic Centre.

"It was great to have the older water polo players present to provide expert advice whilst gaining valuable coaching and refereeing experience," she said.

"Over the eight week competition we saw a huge improvement in both the children's Flippa ball skills and their swimming and water survival abilities.

“Flippa Ball provides a great environment to develop team work, ball skills, water confidence and swimming ability in a fun and positive atmosphere."

Term two competition finals were held on Sunday, June 28 with the Lincoln Heroes team downing the Russley Rascals 4-2 to take the title.

It is the first time the opera company has played the theatre since its restoration and the opera itself was a sell-out when it debuted in Auckland and Wellington in 2013.

“We’ve come home,” is how NZ Opera general director Stuart Maunder admits to feeling about the five-night season beginning on July 23.

“Indeed this production has the flavour of a homecoming all round,” he said.

“Butterfly has brought home from Germany former Canterbury opera singer Angus Wood, in the role of the cad Pinkerton, and Christchurch-born Jared Holt as Sharpless.”

Leading the strong cast is acclaimed French soprano Anne Sophie Duprels in the role of Cio-Cio San (Butterfly).

“This truly is one of the most beautiful productions ever presented by this company,” Mr Maunder said.

“We are privileged to have a star of the world stage leading a rich cast of returning New Zealanders in this exquisite Kate Cherry production.”

Opera’s back in townSelwyn opera lovers are in for a treat this month with the return of the New Zealand Opera and a performance of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly at the newly restored Isaac Theatre Royal.

Acclaimed French soprano Anne Sophie Duprels takes the lead role in New Zealand Opera’s production of Madama Butterfly.

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The Malvern Health and Community Trust holds the Canterbury District Health Board contract for providing district nursing services from West Melton to the Canterbury foothills.

“We needed to replace our aging cars and we needed to ensure the replacements were reliable,” trust chair Ian Warren said.

“We received a donation of $17,000 from Malvern Lions, the proceeds from its golf tournament, and this enabled us to buy new cars rather than second hand ones.”

Mr Warren said the role of district nurses is increasing as people make choices to stay at home during ill health.

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Lions support drive for district nursesThe ability of Malvern district nurses to get around the region has been given a helping hand with the arrival of two new cars.

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Malvern Health and Community Trust chair Ian Warren, left, district nurses Belinda Mortlock, Steph Wason and Mary Roberts and trust co-ordinator Vicki Mulholland with the nurses new cars.

into retirement homes or hospital, and that is making the role of district nurses even more vital.”

Malvern Lions golf tournament convenor John Morten said they were delighted to be able to support the district nurses.

“The tournament itself was oversubscribed and we are pleased to be able to contribute to the district nurses who play a critical part in our community’s welfare,” Mr Morten said.

Mr Warren said funding for the new cars also came from other sources as well as the sale of their previous vehicles one of which will go to help the work of the newly formed Malvern Community Vehicles Trust.

The Selwyn District Council is looking to be part of a Government trial of online voting at the elections.

Youth Council chair Rafael Clarke said online voting may help to engage younger people in the electoral process.

“Online voting would certainly provide a more accessible outlet for young people to cast their vote.

“Considering the miniscule numbers that voted in the last local body elections in Selwyn anything that gets people, not only the younger generation, voting would be a welcome change.

“However, there are questions around security and cost efficiency. Overall though civics education and application are the heart of our system and so should be encouraged in as many ways as possible, especially in ways that trend with the technologies available."

Council chief executive David Ward said clearly the benefit of online voting for council is the ability to attract

Youth council in favour of online votingThe Selwyn Youth Council is backing a move by the district council to have online voting included at next year’s local body elections.by Kent Caddick

more voters to the electoral process, boosting levels of interest and ultimately voter numbers.

“There will certainly be a significant additional cost to council, albeit the exact cost is yet to be determined as contractual arrangements with software providers and electoral service agencies have not yet been finalised.

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“There won't necessarily be any savings to paper voting - the reason being that we will still be relying on certain paper processes to provide information to all voters regardless of whether they take the postal or on-line option.”

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In 2014, 73% of all calls to 111 were made from a mobile phone. However, people in distress can’t always give an accurate address, making it difficult for emergency services to identify the caller’s exact location.

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The new app will also have the ability to distribute information to the public, based on their geographical location, such as in the wake of natural disasters. This public alert information will be available to those who choose it on an opt-in basis.

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Welcome to the first edition of our new column, written by the team here at the Selwyn Youth Council.

My name is Raf and you may recognise me from an article which appeared in this very paper about a month ago, about me and my role in the Selwyn Youth Council (SYC).

The purpose of this column is for us to keep the community informed about what we are doing, what we can offer you and occasionally discussing current events.

As a council of 11 young people between the ages of 12 and 24 and two specially selected youth workers, we exist to voice the opinions of the youth of our area in both local and national government plans, initiatives, issues and proposals.

We are all passionately committed to our overall goal which put simply is to make Selwyn a better place, specifically for young people. This is because Selwyn has

the largest growing population of youth with 17% aged between 12 and 24 years.

A large part of the Youth Council is planning and running a wide variety of different events designed to engage the community and get members of Selwyn to connect with each other.

Throughout the last month the youth council has hosted five events in towns around the district, both youth and family oriented. From the Youth Market in Rolleston to the Dive In Movie at the Selwyn Aquatic Centre. You may well have seen advertising for these events around the area or even possibly attended one.

We cannot wait to continue this column and introduce each member of our council. We would also love to hear your feedback or ideas on other events to run or issues to discuss at our monthly meetings.

Youth MattersSelwyn youth having their say

by Rafael Clarke, Selwyn Youth Council

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The September tournament is focused on providing all South Island Year 7 & and 8 students with an opportunity to develop their individual skills while competing for their school.

Selwyn Sports Trust Executive Officer Michael Wilson said after a fantastic inaugural year in 2014, this year’s games promises to be even bigger and better.

“There is a strong focus on playing all sports in the right spirit and a clear Fair Play Promise is adhered to throughout the games.”

There are nine sports on offer this year: basketball, football, lawn bowls, netball, rugby sevens, swimming, table tennis, touch and volleyball.

Koru Games on againThe Selwyn Sports Trust is calling for entries into the 2015 Koru Games in Selwyn.

by Kent Caddick

Mr Wilson said the inaugural games in 2014 had superb support from 29 schools, bringing over 1000 participants across the five sports on offer that year.

“It is expected that this number will considerably increase this year. There is already interest and entries from all parts of the Island.”

He said he is hoping to get people from across the district to support the running of the games.

“There is also an opportunity for willing and able volunteers to be involved in the games.

“We welcome expressions of interest from all keen officials and we will provide the necessary training to ensure they are fully involved and enjoy their games

Netball will be one of nine sports on offer at this year’s Koru Games in Sewlwyn in September.

experience as much as the competitors.“This year Selwyn Sports Trust has

also called for local schools to put their hand up as host schools for billeting.

“The interest of schools from further afield is often limited due to the difficulties of accommodation and the Trust believes billeting is a mutually

beneficial experience for both host and billeted students.”

The games will be held from September 15 to 17 at various venues around Selwyn.

For more information people can go to the Selwyn Sports Trust www.selwynsportstrust.org.nz.

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Selwyn councillor Pat McEvedy wants more information on potential land use before land is leased to Rolleston School.

“Other matters that will be discussed will include the size of the area being considered for lease, lease conditions, the term of a lease and the process for returning the land to the council when the lease expires.”

In his report to council Mr Wards said in giving consideration to the lease period council and the ministry will both need to be satisfied with the school growth predictions, assuming these are used as the reason for additional land being made available to Rolleston School.

“In all property dealings we must be mindful that it is the Ministry of Education with whom we are negotiating, not the Rolleston School Board of Trustees.”

In a letter to parents late last year Board of Trustees chair Leanne Brown said the board believes Rolleston School is being treated inequitably compared to the other schools in the area.

“To future proof our school, accommodate known future roll growth and ensure environmental equity in Rolleston our preferred option is still for the ministry to purchase the complete block of land,” Mrs Brown said.

The ministry has previously announced three new primary schools are to be built in Rolleston over the next three years with the first of those, West Rolleston Primary School, which is currently under construction, set to open in February of next year.

Darfield Primary School sent three teams of gymnasts to the recent Christchurch Gymnastics competition. This was the first time the school had competed in this event. At the end of the day three students from the school received top three placings in the novice events, with Cloe Newbigging first in the bars discipline, Amy Poynter third in the vault and Gemma Clucus third on the beam.

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Windwhistle School recently held its speech contest and judge Christine Dennis, pictured right, had the difficult job or selecting the winners from some great speeches and poems. The winners were, from left,: George Daly (Year 4); Kate Smedley (Year 2); Jesse Walker (Year 1); Emma Richards (Year 3) and Joe Veronese (Year 6). Joe was the named the overall winner and was presented with the Speech Trophy for his speech on duck shooting.

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With the much coveted Southbridge Shield on the line, neither team would be willing to give an inch. And that’s how the first 40 minutes played out. No team prepared to take a risk and both teams defending stoutly and quickly snuffing out any attacking opportunities their opponent created.

The first scoring opportunity came from an Ellesmere infringement within kicking range for the vastly experienced North Canterbury first-five, Sean Thompson.

His attempt however went wide and from that point on Ellesmere began to gain ascendency and played a smart territory game through the boot of first-five Shannon Donald.

Ellesmere looked after possession and moved the ball well through their hands but were met with resolute defence from the North Canterbury backline which was determined to protect its tryline.

With Ellesmere dominating territory however, it meant any infringement by North Canterbury would allow Donald to add three points, which he did from all his three attempts in the first half.

Just before half time North Canterbury added three points from the boot of Thompson, to round out a tryless first half with the score at 9-3 in favour of the home team.

The second half started strongly for Ellesmere with the backs once again moving the ball wide, away from the dangerous North Canterbury forward pack.

Ellesmere held possession through several phases with the pressure eventually proving too much allowing left wing Dave Bennett to score in the corner for a well-earned team try.

Less than 10 minutes later, through similar tactics, Ellesmere scored for a second time with a try in the opposite corner to Donald himself, following a well-worked blindside move.

With the conversion from the sideline successful the score had suddenly

Ellesmere retain Southbridge ShieldBy Mike Lay, photos by Ian Knott.

This year Southbridge was the venue for the annual battle for Country rugby supremacy between Ellesmere and North Canterbury.

ballooned out to 21-3 and the signs were ominous for North Canterbury.

This however kicked North Canterbury into action. Its forwards began to get into the game and started to dominate the Ellesmere pack and possession.

North Canterbury Coach, Shane Fletcher, rung the changes with the fresh legs speeding the game up and ultimately overpowering the Ellesmere pack close to the line and scoring a try handy to the posts. With the conversion successful, 18 minutes still on the clock, and the differential now at 11, the result was still in doubt.

North Canterbury had lifted the intensity and threw everything at the Ellesmere defence which was pinned on the line for much of the final quarter. The Ellesmere defence however was outstanding and North Canterbury, despite finishing the stronger side, weas unable to close the gap before 80 minutes were up.

With the final score at 21-10 in favour of Ellesmere, North Canterbury will be left lamenting a slow start to the game.

For Ellesmere, the standouts were the 9, 10 and 12 combination of Harry Pankhurst, Donald and Richard Mills. Pankhurst, perhaps the smallest man on the field, cleared the ball well to allow Donald to keep North Canterbury pinned in their own half through his prodigious left boot.

Mills midfield defence was like a brick wall. Matt Stone playing in the unfamiliar role of lock worked hard in a tight five that never gave up.

Montagu Maule at fullback for North Canterbury was put under constant pressure from Donald but proved more than useful a tidying up from the back. The entire North Canterbury forward pack worked well, particularly in the last 20 minutes with replacement Samisoni Katoa making an impact.

For now though the Southbridge Shield is safe in Ellesmere cabinet for another year in what was a good day for Ellesmere teams.

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Southbridge’s Shannon Donald reaches out to score Ellesmere’s second try in its win over North Canterbury.

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The application of small amounts of finely ground lime flour can generate a spectacular pasture response resulting from the increased levels and activity of soil animals such as earthworms, bacteria and fungi.

New Zealand soils tend to be acidic (low pH). Granular lime (Aglime) has been historically applied to counteract this situation and lift pH to optimum levels of between 5.8 and 6.2.

When lime is applied it supplies calcium to the soil. When this occurs, calcium replaces the high levels of hydrogen ions on soil cation exchange sites. When soil pH is within a range of 5.8-6.2, most of the nutrients required by pasture species are at their most readily available.

When very fine lime is used instead of granular lime, there is an immediate lift in soil solution pH. Because of its fine particle size and therefore greater surface area, the calcium supplied by the lime flour is readily available for immediate uptake on soil colloids.

For the same reasons, less weight

Fine lime boosts soil biology and farm productivityby Dave McKie, soil scientist at Soiltech

In the mindset of many farmers, lime is applied for two main reasons: either to raise soil pH in acid soils or to maintain soil pH at desirable levels.

of lime needs to be supplied. If it is spread evenly over the soil (by say a water suspension application) it is immediately available to all the soil surface and doesn’t remain sitting on the surface as large unused lumps.

Calcium supplied by the lime flour is released faster than the soil can buffer it, leading to a boost in soil biological activity and an increase in the uptake and availability of many nutrients.

Earthworms are among the most responsive of the soil animals to changes in the calcium level within the soil solution.

After the application of readily available calcium supplied by the finely ground lime flour, soil earthworm activity increases resulting in more efficient digestion and breakdown of soil organic matter within the soil.

Other soil micro-organisms also respond positively. Soil bacteria benefit from the higher soil solution pH as do many soil fungi. Soil organisms often make the difference between an average soil and a good soil.

From a nutrient viewpoint, it has long been realised that to grow good pasture in New Zealand conditions, the farmer needs to look after the legumes. If the latter are adequately supplied with

nutrients, they will ensure an adequate supply of nutrients for the grasses and ultimately for the stock grazing the pasture.

In a similar manner, soil organisms need to encouraged and stimulated. They are what make a good soil work. They do this in a number of ways such as by improving nutrient cycling, by breaking down topsoil thatching, by improving soil structure and by improving soil water holding ability, drainage and aeration etc.

In the past research work involving earthworms and soil biology was

often perceived as on the fringes of agricultural research and development and was sometimes the subject of condescending chuckles and good natured banter.

Not so today. To grow good pasture requires good soil.

A key component of any good soil is the number and type of soil biological organisms.

The application of fine lime flour stimulates soil biology, increasing both earthworm and microbial numbers and activity, leading in turn to improved pastures and farm productivity.

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Federated Farmers submitted that the only way to deal with this was to put strict conditions in place as banning it would only drive it underground.

In our opinion, banning it carries more health risks than allowing it, as the demand for raw milk from those consumers who believe it is beneficial, is very high.

Given our position, we are happy to see that the Government has finally given the go-ahead for rules to be made on the sale of raw milk.

While there is no fine print available yet, it does give those farmers who choose to sell this milk to consumers some certainty that they may be able to keep selling it.

MPI will be working with the industry to develop what’s needed in order to minimise the real risks of drinking raw milk.

The new rules must be in place by March 1, 2016 and will cover raw milk from cows, goats, sheep and other animals.

Some things have already been decided.

This includes the requirement for farmers who chose to sell raw milk to be registered and operate under a Regulated Control Scheme (RCS), set within the Animal Products Act.

The milk will be able to be sold at the farm dairy or delivered to the buyer’s

Sale of unpasteurised milk needs conditionsby Coralee Matena, Federated Farmers Senior Policy Advisor

Last year, the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) put out a discussion paper on the sale of raw, unpasteurised milk to consumers.

home by the farmer, but the milk must be transported at 6°C or cooler. However, there is no limit to the amount that can be sold or bought, it just can’t be on-sold or exported.

Containers used for raw milk will need to carry prescribed warnings around the food safety risks of raw milk and how best to reduce them.

Specific labelling requirements of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code will apply, including to home delivered milk which must be packaged, bottled and labelled before delivery.

High hygiene standards will be required. Farms will be inspected twice a year to confirm that standards are maintained and the vet will also visit twice a year to confirm animals are healthy.

The milk itself will be tested for hygiene indicators and tested for pathogens at specified frequencies.

Farmers understand that providing raw milk for drinking requires a high standard of on-farm hygiene and care in the cool chain until it is drunk by consumers.

They are very aware that it spoils very quickly and spoilt milk can cause serious illness in some people.

Federated Farmers accepts that by regulating the sale and setting tough conditions on the supply, the risks can be managed.

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The Health and Safety in Employment Amendment Bill is presently being considered by the Transport and Industrial Relations Select Committee, which is due to report back on July 24.

The bill is aimed at improving safety in all workplaces, including farms, but Federated Farmers and Fish & Game are concerned it will also inadvertently prevent people enjoying farms for recreation.

Federated Farmers says it’s still encouraging farmers to make their land available for recreation but understands why some farmers may think it’s not worth the risk if the Bill is not transparent on access safety responsibilities.

Federated Farmers’ health and safety spokesperson Katie Milne said she hopes when the Bill is reported back to parliament that it will make farmers’

Farmers want access responsibilities clarifiedFederated Farmers is asking Parliament to ensure proposed health and safety legislation does not lead to restrictions on recreational access to farms and forests.

obligations totally clear.“I can understand why farmers threw

up their hands in horror when they saw the bill’s first draft and looked around for ‘no trespassing’ signs to nail to their boundary fences,” she said.

“They were anxious they’d find themselves responsible for accidents they had nothing to do with, except it was on their property.”

Ms Milne said there is a culture of rural life in New Zealand and hunting and fishing is an integral part of it.

“The Bill doesn’t address this – it just assumes people on a farm are there for the farm business and imposes an excessive duty of care on the farm owner.

“That proposed responsibility includes family members and visitors whose activities have no connection to the business of farming

Federated Farmers’ health and safety spokesperson Katie Milne.

and which have no impact on that business’s income.

“If the legislation isn’t straightforward then farmers will take the safe option and keep outdoors enthusiasts off land that both have enjoyed using for decades without incident – all just in case the farmer or owner gets prosecuted.

“In some cases, they may not know each time someone is on their land, so they can hardly be expected to warn them about any hazards on it,” Ms Milne said.

“It would be a disaster if all that recreational and social benefit was suddenly thrown out the window because parliament failed to consider how a desirable and well-intentioned effort to improve workers’ safety would unwittingly prevent those same workers relaxing in the outdoors.”

The event, which is open to the public, will still be held at the Clarkson brothers’ farm on Greendale Road starting at 10.30am.

Central Canterbury Farm Forestry secretary Derrick Rooney said most of the proceedings will be indoors so the programme will not be affected by wind or heavy rain.

The seminar was prompted by the association’s concern over the environmental consequences of the removal of shelter from large areas of the central Canterbury plains as landowners prepare for the imminent opening of Central Plains Water.

“Where efficient shelter belts were spaced 250 to 300 metres apart across the plains large open spaces are now exposed to gales and storms,” Mr Rooney said.

“The development of large-scale irrigation is an economic decision about

Irrigation and shelter belt seminar rescheduled Central Canterbury Farm Forestry’s field day and seminar on irrigation and shelter, postponed in June because of snow, has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 25.

which the Farm Forestry Association can do nothing.

“However, as an organisation the members may feel that we should accept the challenge of working to do what we can to develop new basic shelter systems, possibly by peripheral tree planting in association with internal shelter including shrubs over which irrigators can pass unhindered, to restore balance to our climate and environment.

“The association hopes new shelter systems, compatible with centre-pivot irrigation, will be developed to restore some environmental balance to the plains.”

Mr Rooney said the consequences of shelter belt removal spreads beyond the immediate impact on livestock and crops to people and rural settlements.

“Windflow patterns may change, gales are likely to become more frequent, and

winter nights may be colder because of heat loss from bare soil.”

The speakers will include Doug Catherwood, chairman of Central Plains Water, who will give an outline of the scope of the scheme and progress on the first stage, which is nearing completion.

Nalin Gooneratne, managing director of the Southern Woods Nursery, will talk about the availability of plants, including native species, compatible with the new-generation irrigators.

Andrew Lingard, from Lincoln University, will describe the university’s plans to redesign and redevelop shelter at Silverwood, the late Frank White’s farm on Leaches Road which was widely known for the amount and diversity of shelter and woodlots.

Central Canterbury Farm Forestry, which holds regular field days in spring, summer, and autumn, was established 58 years ago and is a branch of the New Zealand Farm Forestry Association. Its membership area extends from the Ashley River to the Rakaia River. Other branches of the association cover the remainder of Canterbury.

Effective two-tier shelter, like the stand above photographed on a Te Pirita dairy farm, is becoming an increasingly uncommon sight on the Canterbury Plains.


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It’s worth planting lots of native plants if you want to entice native birds, but many exotic trees and shrubs also attract wildlife, including our native birds.

For example, the flowers of the Australian flowering gums, bottlebrush and banksias are popular with nectar feeding tui.

Tui are important pollinators of many native trees and will fly large distances, especially during winter, for their favourite foods. Kowhai is a favourite spring feast and in summer pohutukawas and flax flowers. In a small garden, tall flax and kowhai trees offer the best source of food for both tuis and bellbirds.

Keruru (native pigeon) loves karaka berries, also poroporo, puriri, titoki, fuchsia, pigeonwood, wineberry, kowhai leaves and pate (Pseudopanax).

As winter approaches, food sources dwindle so a garden with a good supply of winter flowers and berries will attract plenty of feathered friends.

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Next time you’re choosing plants for your garden, spare a thought for our feathered friends. The rewards are numerous.

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Tree “A”

Trees and Power LinesThe responsibilities of tree owners and Orion under the

Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003

Orion New Zealand owns and operates the electricity distribution network in central Canterbury between the Waimakariri and Rakaia rivers and from the Canterbury coast to Arthur’s Pass. Trees touching power lines account for 10-20% of all unplanned power outages on our network. If you see a tree touching a power line, or any other hazardous tree condition, please contact us immediately on 03 363 9898 or 0800 363 9898.

This advertisement provides a general notice of the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003 and the dangers of trees near power lines. More detail on these issues can be found on our website www.oriongroup.co.nz or by phoning us on 03 363 9898.

The Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003The regulations set out the responsibilities of electricity line companies and tree owners. The purpose of the regulations is to protect the safety of the public and help to ensure a secure supply of electricity. The regulations:

• define safe separation distances between trees and power lines• specifies who is responsible for ensuring clearances are maintained• places potential liability on the tree owner if any damage or accident occurs due to

trees touching power lines. (Note that the word “trees” includes all types of vegetation, including shrubs, hedges and climbing vines.)

What are the dangers?Trees near power lines need to be trimmed or removed for the following reasons:

• children like to climb trees and when trees are close to power lines there is a risk of serious injury or death

• in severe weather conditions, vegetation can become electrically “live” and may electrocute anyone or anything that touches it

• while a tree may not touch a power line in fine weather, branches can bend or break in wind or snow storms, causing serious damage and possibly prolonged power outages

• in dry conditions, electrical sparking caused by branches or windblown debris on lines may cause fires.

Minimum distances required between trees and power linesThe minimum distances that must be maintained between trees and power lines, defined in the regulations, are outlined in the diagram to the right. A common sense approach, by tree owners trimming trees early, will generally prevent trees touching power lines.

To maintain a safe distance from power lines some trees require cutting or trimming more frequently than other trees, but if it is determined that cutting or trimming cannot satisfactorily meet the requirement then removing the tree is recommended. Other situations may require trees to be felled because they are at a distance that is considered to be a hazard due to falling during storms or being diseased.

Trimming trees near power linesTrimming trees near power lines can be extremely hazardous and the dangers should not be underestimated. Contact with a power line can cause:

• injury or death to yourself, family or passers by• injury or death to livestock• damage to property and other trees• damage to electrical appliances• damage to power supply facilities• damage to third parties.

We recognise that the public is not always experienced in tree trimming, so we are happy to advise you on this. We can arrange for trees near power lines to be trimmed at your cost. If, however, you prefer to arrange your own tree trimming, we recommend you hire professionals with the necessary expertise and safety procedures to competently carry out this work.

If you or someone working for you intends to work within 4 metres of power lines, a close approach consent is required from Orion before you start. As a tree owner you may be liable for any damage caused by carrying out trimming or felling of trees.

A hazard warning notice alerts the tree owner that the tree has encroached the notice zone and that if it encroaches the “Growth limit zone” (see Tree “B” in the diagram) a cut or trim notice may be immediately given to the tree owner (see above).

The growth limit zone is the area around a power line which trees must not encroach even in windy or snow conditions. The notice zone is a distance one metre beyond the growth limit zone.

What is a cut or trim notice?If we become aware that a tree has encroached on the “Growth limit zone”, we will give notice in writing to the tree owner that the tree must be cut or timed to maintain the distances prescribed in the regulations, and the timeframes for action.

If no action is taken Orion may then trim the tree and seek to recover costs.

Who pays for the cut or trim?Orion is responsible for the first cut of trees near power lines, where the first cut is on a property basis, not owner basis. We have already met this obligation by completing a first cut of vegetation on all our lines.

The tree owner will need to organise and pay for any subsequent and future cuts or trims. We are happy to provide tree owners with a list of approved arborists who can carry out this work, and also advise the best solution given the circumstances.

What fines can be imposed?A tree owner commits an offence where a cut or trim notice is given, and without reasonable excuse, the tree owner fails to have the tree cut or trimmed and/or fails to advise us of the time and location of the cut or trim.

A person who commits such an offence is liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000. If the offence continues, that person is also liable for a further fine of not more than $500 for every day or part day during which the offence continues.

Contact us if in any doubt about your treeWe aim to work with tree owners to ensure safety is maintained and power outages are minimised. We will actively work with tree owners to see trees are trimmed or cut before regulatory powers are applied. However, as we wish to ensure the safety and security of the public, we will use the regulations where necessary.

Please contact us or an approved Orion tree trimming contractor to help with your trees, or to discuss your options.

Orion New Zealand Limited owns and operates the electricity distribution network in central Canterbury between the Waimakariri and Rakaia rivers.

ORION NEW ZEALAND LIMITED 565 Wairakei Road, Christchurch 8053 PO Box 13896, Christchurch 8141 PHONE +64 3 363 9898 [email protected] oriongroup.co.nz

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FALL ZONE

Orion’s tree management programmeOrion’s tree management programme is largely governed by the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003. Our programme involves education, monitoring and the cut / trim or removal of trees that threaten to come into contact with power lines. Through this programme we work with tree owners to minimise the risk of their trees touching power lines.

We currently undertake periodic cutting or trimming of vegetation within the notice zone. The intent of this cutting or trimming is to support safety and reduce the risk of power outages. This periodic cutting or trimming by us does not remove the tree owner’s responsibilities and in the case of fast growing species may not be sufficient to ensure that trees remain outside of the growth limit zone.

If Orion becomes aware of a tree which is within the ‘Notice zone’ (see Tree “A” in the diagram below) then we are required to issue the tree owner with a Hazard Warning notice. For trees within the ‘Growth limit zone’ (see Tree “B” in the diagram below) we are required to issue the tree owner with a Cut or Trim notice.

What is a hazard warning notice?If a tree is within the “Notice zone” (see Tree “A” in the diagram), we are required to issue a hazard warning notice to the tree owner.

Growth limit zone

Notice zone

Tree “B”

Power line Notice zone Growth limit zone

66kV (high voltage) 5.0 metres 4.0 metres



400V/230V (low voltage) 1.5 metres 0.5 metres

Note:1) These distances are from the power line, not the power pole

2) These distances are a minimum and apply in all conditions including high wind or snow

3) In most instances the power lines that go to a house or building are low voltage power lines. Power lines that go down a street may be low or high voltage.

V = Volts; kV = kilo Volts ie 1,000 Volts

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Malvern Anglican Parish —8.00 a.m. St Ambrose in Sheffield; 9.30 a.m. Trinity Darfield. with Red Cross celebration; The Ven Canon Susan Baldwin, 03 3179079; http://malvernanglican.wordpress.comSt Paul’s Anglican West Melton — 9.30 am West Melton Holy Communion with Barry Williams; Bible study Mondays and Tuesdays 7.30pm – for more info contact Colin & Gail 347 8443 or Penny 347 8139Church @ Rolleston — 40 Brookside Road. 9:30am Union Service & Sunday School Revd J Meredith; 5.00pm Catholic Mass; Contact Secretary Lynette Ph 347 4599 [email protected] of Hororata Anglican — 9.30 St Johns at Hororata; 11.00 am at StAndrews, Glentunnel; www.hororataparish.co.nz Rev Jenni Carter 318 0858. Darfield Catholic Church — Sunday Masses 8.30am For Weekly Masses, and the Liturgy Timetable refer to the church newsletter. Parish Priest: Fr Paulo Filoiai’i 03 342 9763. Email: [email protected]. Hornby Presbytery.Kirwee Community Church — 10am Kirwee Sports Pavilion, High Street, Kirwee, Morning Tea to follow, Pastor: Brian Booth 03 318 1309.Hope Presbyterian West Melton — 9.30am weekly, West Melton (1136 West Coast Rd). 11.00am first Sunday of the month, Halkett (668 Halkett Rd). Intern Pastor: Jordan Redding. Pastor available Wednesdays 9.00–12.00, 03 347 7509. Youth Leader: Sage Harris 03 980 2296 Ext 217.Hope Presbyterian Rolleston — Service 10am, Rolleston School Hall, Kidman St. Pastor: Brent Richardson, 03 347 4007. Youth Leader: Courtney Forrest, 03 347 4007, www.hopechurch.net.nzDarfield Baptist Church — Services and Sunday School, Darfield 15 Greendale Road, 10.30am every Sunday, Glenroy Hall 9am 2nd & 4th Sundays. Ph 03 318 7360 Pastor – Paul Cossey; Youth Pastors Danielle Duff, Poiema Heine.Malvern Co-Operating Parish —9.30am at Greendale; 10am St James at St Ambrose, Sheffield.Glentunnel Chapel Temporary Venue— St Andrews in the Glen, Glentunnel . Sundays 9.45am to 11am. Worship & Communion. 03 318 8948.Darfield Life Church — 17 North Terrace - 6.30pm Sunday Service; Pastors Wayne and Nicky Watson 03 318 7979 or 027 281 8340; Origin Youth 7.30pm Friday – Youth Leader James Sutherland 021 029 5223.Cornerstone — Rolleston/Burnham. Meeting Sundays @ 10am, Rolleston Community Centre and Sundays @ 6pm, Burnham Community Hall 1. www.rollestonchurch.co.nz : [email protected] : 021 221 6003.

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The Record Business Directory

Book now for the August Business Directory, limited spaces available. Call Dee on 03 347 1561

FREEVIEW INSTALLATIONS

AERIAL & SATELLITE INSTALLATIONS

Servicing: CHRISTCHURCH, Amberley, Darfield, Hororata,Rolleston, Kaiapoi, Rangiora• Freeview Installations• Plasma / LCD TVs Wall Mounted Supply & Fix• Free-To-Air Satellite Receivers• Digital Ready TV Aerials• Commercial installations• Home Theatre Installations• TV Tune Ins• Smart Wiring• New Home Pre-Wires• CCTV Systems

Ph 366 6443www.aasi.co.nz

[email protected] PO Box 37-229

PLUS !!You will get

a lifetime guarantee on installation

NEED CARPET?

CHEAPERMy

On-The-Floor Price

will be

CHEAPER

IN HOME SAMPLE SERVICEAlan Roberts

CARPET INSTALLATIONS021 227 2080 or Oxford 03 312 4902

Contracting Ltd027 351 8654

email: [email protected]

For all your earthmoving

requirements, driveways, lifestyle

block work etc.

027 351 [email protected]

Robinsons Road, Broadfield

All aspects of concreting & all types of finishing

DECORATIVE STAMPED COLOURED EXPOSED

Dale Mayberry Ph: 021 222 2833

Concrete 2 U

ARCHITECTURAL - COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL

Jason WebbM 027 530 5223

E [email protected]

Ph 03 318 [email protected]

SERVICES LTDSERVICES LTD

• Pump out Septic Tanks/ Grease traps

• Service contracts/ Maintenance reports

• Unblock Sewer & Stormwater Drains

• Hire Portable loos

• Waterblasting & Camera Investigations

• Painting & paint effects• Wallpapering• Interior & exterior• Residential & commercial• New homes & renovations• Free quotes

Mobile:021 913 171

25 years experience decorating Christchurch

R & J PascoeENGINEERING SERVICES996 Weedons Ross Road

WEST MELTON

PRECISION• Turning - Milling - Machining

• Steel Fabrication• Welding - mig - arc - gas• Farm Implement repair

INDUSTRIAL • Installations • Designs• Machining • Fabrication

Owner Operator Fitter & Turner25 years Experience

Industrial & Agricultural Ph/fax (03) 347 4415Mobile 021-044-6333

• Based in & servicing the Selwynregionforfiveyears

•Diplomaqualified

• 10yrs experience

• Comprehensive liability cover

We can cover all aspects of tree maintenance and removals.

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

• Fridges • Dishwashers • Stoves • Washing Machines

• All Makes & Models

Contact Tim on 021 1283024

021 276 536703 318 7454 | 03 339 7454

• Industrial & Residential• Generator Switching

• New Housing• Repairs & Maintenance

• Mitsubishi Electric Heat Pumps

[email protected]

838 Jones RoadRolleston03 347 8622021 222 8663

• OLD MAN PINE• MACROCARPA• WILLOW• LOG MIX• BLUEGUM• BAGS OF KINDLING

FIREWOOD SUPPLIES

eftpos now available

GET YOUR DRY FIREWOOD IN NOW!!

The real taste of HororataMade on site at The Hororata Village Bar & Cafe

Open 7 Days from 6.30amCheck out our website

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Tasty Breakfast Menu 7 days a week Open late for dinner Thu/Fri/Sat

Tel: 03 3187059Come & have a drink with friends!

Check out our Facebook Page for Events

Cottage Costume HireFancy dressing up...

144 Wild Road, WeedonsPh: 03 347 9608

Open: Wed – Fri: 1pm-6pm, Sat: 10am-2pm

Wider areas also covered Reminder service available for yearly cleans

Feedback welcome – Yellow pages Sootys Chimneys

T: 03 337 0200

M: 021 641465

E: [email protected]

Wider areas also covered

Reminder service available for yearly cleans.Feedback welcome

Yellow Pages: Sooty’s Chimneys

Phone: 03 337 0200Mob: 021 641 465

Email: [email protected]

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The Record July 15, 2015