Rakaia News Published by Rakaia Community Association, Acton Centre, Rakaia. Published: Fortnightly: Deadline for news: 10.00am MONDAY Phone: (03) 303 5163 Mobile: 027 555 00 21 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RakaiaNews Email: [email protected] www.rakaianews.co.nz Thursday 25 January 2018 Issue 498 Blue Light Success

A registered charity called Blue Light, which works in partnership with the New Zealand Police, delivers an extensive range of youth programmes and activities for youth throughout New Zealand free from drugs, alcohol and violence. One of these activities is a Life Skills Camp held at the New Zealand Defence Force base in Burnham. This programme specialises in building self-respect, respect for others, working within boundaries, self-care, team work and problem solving for 14 to 17 year olds.

Kaydence Reihana, a 17-year old who this year is returning to Ellesmere College, attended the last Life Skills Camp for 2017. At the conclusion of the course, Kaydence was awarded a top prize of ‘Overall Course Award’. Kaydence beat a strong group of young people, from various towns around the South Island, to take this prize. Cave Stream exit

The Blue Light Life Skills Co-ordinator, Hannah Ward, commented that “Kaydence was chosen by his peers for demonstrating leadership skills, self-confidence and team work, was always respectful to staff and fellow course members and ultimately the person you would love to have in your group”.

Kaydence and the other participants stayed at the Burnham Military camp for the week-long program, living, eating and interacting with army personnel. The week’s activities included learning parade skills, conquering the Burnham Agility, Rope and Confidence Course and working as a part of a team to solve problems together. One day was spent climbing through the cave at Cave Stream, overcoming many fears and phobias as they crawled, swam and climbed through the cold water.

Kaydence moved to the South Island (the better island) five years ago and is thoroughly enjoying life on the farm (nowadays anyway). His personal goal for participating in the Life Skills Camp was to see how far he could push himself, put himself outside his comfort zone and to generally improve his life skills.

After his week at Burnham Military Camp, Kaydence is seriously contemplating joining the army. The defence force offers a range of careers/trades including mechanical and engineering, which is the field Kaydence would like to pursue.

Kaydence would like to take this opportunity to thank his Dad, Hemi, and Bridget for all their support and encouragement. Also, Kaydence would like to thank his peers for their encouragement and vote of thanks for selecting me as the overall winner.

Overall Course Winner Kaydence Reihana Linda Hammerich and Reviewing Officer OC - LTCDR Grant Boore Rakaia News Rakaia News Issue 498 - 25 January 2018

Ramblings from the Editor I would like to take this opportunity to farewell one of the Rakaia News’ regular contributors - Niven Murch, Rakaia’s Rakaia, welcome to the first edition of theRakaia News for own gardening guru. Niven has contributed for over three 2018. The majority of people will be back at work by now and years and has never complained or been late with his column. the antics of their break away are nothing but a distant memory. With the uncertainty for the future of the Gardening column It is surprising how fast time travels once you become an adult, in the Rakaia News fresh in my mind, another worry enters. especially if you happen to be relaxing and enjoying yourself. What do I do if nobody sends me their reports, stories or As I start another year of creating the Rakaia News, I have a contributions? I can’t fill 24 pages all by myself. And that is few concerns. My biggest is where am I going to find this year’s what I have to remember and keep reminding myself. The stories. Rakaia is not really that big a community and, with close Rakaia News is a truly community-based newsletter which is on 500 issues under our belt, surely we are ‘newsed’ out. When successful because the community recognises that it is a great can I start to repeat previous storylines which keep reoccurring forum to communicate with Rakaia about Rakaia. So, send me in our world? One of my sources of leads was Adrienne’s Four your ideas for new columns you would like to see printed in Square, both Adrienne herself and her customers. But now the Rakaia News. that the community pew has been removed and even the dog Thank you everyone for your support and commitment. bowl requires filling more times than not, information doesn’t seem to be as forthcoming from this source nowadays and it is Linda Hammerich a concern to me. I will continue to keep the faith that my email Rakaia News and telephone will run full of story ideas. My second area of slight concern is my dedicated advertisers. As the economy forces them to think carefully about where their precious dollar is spent, will the Rakaia News advertising budget be reduced? The local advertisers are so critical to keeping the community informed of their services and products and keeping the Rakaia News operating.

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Doctor’s Diary Failure to Keep Your Appointment

A failure to keep your appointment at the medical centre is known to us as a DNA – Did Not Attend - i.e. the patient does not attend and does not contact the surgery in advance to cancel or change it.

The medical centre has a very good attendance rate for patients keeping their appointments, however we have noticed that there are still occasions when patients fail to show up for their scheduled appointment or who cancel late, meaning we cannot re-use the appointment.

The effect of this is: • An increase in the waiting time for appointments • Frustration for both staff and patients • It prevents someone else who is sick being seen sooner

Patients tell us that they sometimes find it difficult to see their doctor or practice nurse for a routine appointment.

We understand that there are always circumstances which can prevent a person from attending an appointment, and we ask that you give us adequate notice (at least 24 hours beforehand) whenever this happens. Special circumstances, where due to an extreme situation, when no notice can be given, may also STEADY AS YOU GO occur. However, even in such instances, it is a courtesy to Exercises for Everyone phone reception afterwards and explain the circumstances at the earliest opportunity. Supporting, Balance, Strengthening bones Eye exercises, walking skills plus others. We are currently auditing this and a decision on whether or not to invoice patients who repeatedly fail to attend their Tuesday, 30 January at 1:00pm appointments will be made in the next few months. Other Tuesday, 6 February at 1:00pm medical centres within New Zealand charge between $20 $2.00 for the hour and $50 to patients who regularly fail to attend for their appointments. St. Andrew’s Church Hall Come and enjoy the benefits of gentle exercises. The Rakaia Medical Centre is open: Telephone Dorothy 302 7595 for further information. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm Tuesday 8:30am – 8:00pm Address: 30 Elizabeth Avenue, Rakaia Telephone: (03)303 5002 Fax: (03)303 5004 RAKAIA FIT KIDZ Email: [email protected] Tuesday, 30 January @ 10:30am Wednesday, 14 February @ 10:30am Considering selling in 2018? Welcome to new mums, newcomers and caregivers Music and movement for all pre-school children I have genuine buyer enquiries for A ¾hr programme using a variety of skills for learning Rakaia Settlement & Lifestyle properties. Led by Jo and Dorothy For a confidential chat or no obligation appraisal of your property please A time for friendship and support Held at St. Andrew’s Church Hall contact me anytime For parents & carers - 50¢ donation appreciated

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Broccoli - Not Just Green Cauliflower fracture. Just one cup of chopped broccoli provides 92 micrograms of vitamin K, well over 100 percent of your daily These mini trees are need. Consuming an adequate amount of vitamin K improves notorious for being bone health by improving calcium absorption and reducing pushed off the plates urinary excretion of calcium. of kids around the world, but broccoli’s Broccoli also contributes to your daily need for calcium, reputation as one providing 43 milligrams in one cup. of the healthiest veggies still rings Looking Younger true. The antioxidant vitamin C, when eaten in its natural form (in fresh produce as opposed to supplements) can help to fight skin Broccoli belongs damage caused by the sun and pollution, reduce wrinkles, and to the cruciferous improve overall skin texture. vegetable family, which includes kale, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, Many people automatically think of citrus fruit when they cabbage, collard greens, rutabaga, and turnips. These nutrition think of vitamin C, but did you know that broccoli provides 81 powerhouses supply loads of nutrients for few calories. milligrams in just one cup? That is more than what you need in an entire day. If you are trying to eat healthier, cruciferous vegetables like broccoli should be at the very top of your grocery list. Vitamin C plays a vital role in the formation of collagen, the main support system for the skin. Vitamin A and vitamin E are Possible health benefits of consuming broccoli also crucial for healthy looking skin, both of which broccoli provides. Consuming fruits and vegetables of all kinds has long been associated with a reduced risk of many lifestyle-related health Improved Digestion and Natural Detoxification conditions. Eating foods with a natural fiber like broccoli can prevent Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of constipation, maintain a healthy digestive tract, and lower the plant foods like broccoli decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, risk of colon cancer. Adequate fiber promotes regularity, which heart disease, and overall mortality. is crucial for the daily excretion of toxins through the bile and stool. Recent studies have shown that dietary fiber may also It may also promote a healthy complexion and hair, increased play a role in regulating the immune system and inflammation. energy, and overall lower weight. Protection From Chronic Disease Fighting Cancer According to the Department of Internal Medicine and Eating a high amount of cruciferous vegetables has been Nutritional Sciences Program of the University of Kentucky, associated with a lower risk of cancer; particularly lung and high fiber intakes are associated with significantly lower risks colon cancer. Studies have suggested that sulforaphane, the of developing coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension, sulfur-containing compound that gives cruciferous vegetables diabetes, obesity, and certain gastrointestinal diseases. their bitter bite, is also what gives them their cancer-fighting power. Increased fiber intake has also been shown to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, improve insulin sensitivity, and Researchers have found that sulforaphane can inhibit the enhance weight loss for obese individuals. enzyme histone deacetylase (HDAC), known to be involved in the progression of cancer cells. The ability to stop HDAC source: www.medicalnewstoday.com enzymes could make sulforaphane-containing foods a potentially powerful part of cancer treatment in the future. Sulforaphane is now being studied for its ability to delay or slow cancer with promising results shown in melanoma, esophageal, prostate, and pancreatic cancers.

Another important vitamin that broccoli contains, folate, has been found to decrease the risk of breast cancer in women. Adequate intake of dietary folate (in food) has also shown promise in protecting against colon, stomach, pancreatic, and cervical cancers. Although the mechanism behind the protection is not understood, researchers believe that it may have something to do with folate’s role in DNA and RNA production and the prevention of mutations.

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New Year, New Location The Rakaia Toy Library appreciates and accepts donations of good quality and complete toys, but not broken or incomplete This year, 2018, is going to be a big toys. If you have an item you would like to donate, please contact year for the Rakaia Toy Library. Over us on Facebook or call in and see us during opening hours. We the New Year’s period, and after seven love to keep our library fresh and exciting. Please do not leave years at the Presbyterian Church, we donations outside our front door outside of business hours. moved into our own space. We are now sitting in the little shop next to the Rakaia Hairdressers on Railway Terrace, Rakaia. Save the date! Rakaia Toy Library, with the support of Rotary Neighbourhood Project and Firefly New Zealand, will be We must say a big thank you to the Presbyterian Church hosting Rakaia’s first drive-in movie on Friday, 13 April. We committee for allowing us to use their premises for the last are still in the planning stages but this is going to happen! seven years, especially Dorothy Knight. Dorothy has always Tickets are $30 per car or $8 for an individual. The movie been supportive and helpful to the Toy Library and we (we are still deliberating over which one to screen) will start appreciate this very much. at 7.00pm. There will be popcorn and drinks available and the Our new landlord, Mike King, has been very considerate Rakaia Lions will have their hot food van there too. This will in allowing us to have this space at a discounted price and be a unique and affordable experience for the whole family. giving us a period of free rent while we settled in. It is great Check out http://www.firefly.nz/ for more information. having our own space with everything laid out neatly. We have We are now recruiting new committee members. Serving purchased some awesome shelves to help with displaying our on our committee requires attending monthly meetings toys. The Rakaia Library was kind enough to donate us some and undertaking duties in between. However the benefits shelves for our puzzles, and Mike King has also loaned us some of volunteering outweigh the time outlay. There are many shelving units. Our hours remain unchanged: every Saturday advantages to being on our committee. We are a great social from 9.30am - 10.30am and the first Wednesday of each month lot so you will meet new friends, half price annual membership, from 3.30pm - 4.30pm. discounted party hire and bouncy castle hire, first use on new To celebrate our new rooms, we are having an open day on toys and have an input on all things toy library related. If you Saturday, 24 February, 9am - 12 noon. You do not need to be a would like to join our committee, please contact us on Facebook member to attend. Come down and check us out. We will have or come in and talk to us during opening hours. the ride-ons, the bouncy castles out and an area on the deck for Terri Doig quiet play. Thee will be a free sausage sizzle for members and Toy Library membership discounts if you sign up on the day.

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Rakaia School Update Offering initial and Happy New Year Routine Property Rakaia School is looking forward to a very positive year with Inspections on the introduction of new staff and the fabulous Rakaia School Tenanted Houses, students. Ideal for Farm We welcome new staff: Miss Claire Bell, Miss Kara Wilhelmus Accommodation and Miss Alissa Anderson, as well as Mrs Elyse Adams, Mrs Kelly Markham and Mrs Anita Paul who are all returning part- Telephone: Rebecca Smith 027 313 2270 time after the birth of their children. We are also thrilled that Mrs Pauline Doody will still do two days a week in the junior school. Mrs Emma Bonnington is now on maternity leave and Mrs Anna Young will be very soon. We also welcome to the BOT Mr Peter Harrison and Mrs Gabrielle Costello. Mr Grant Chris Doak Contracting Lorimer is our BOT Chair as we farewelled Mr Andrew Slater HEDGE TRIMMING at the end of 2017. DIRECT DRILLING & CULTIVATION Our focus in term 1 is on Relationships and part of that work OF LIFESTYLE BLOCKS is the important partnership between school and home. We MULCHING welcome input from our parents which benefits the children and their learning. We do not profess to get everything right PLOUGHING every time but we pride ourselves on doing our best to listen and make changes which support your children and their PHONE CHRIS DOAK individual needs. We, of course, encourage reading every night 302 2776 at home and some concentration on basic facts to help your 0274 354 300 children maintain their knowledge. The best gifts you can give OWNER OPERATOR FULLY INSURED your children are time and books. Read with them, to them and listen to them read to you. Have fun with numbers and play cards.

I am sure we will have a wonderful year with positive attitudes and high expectations, just as our mascot Dunford says.

The staff look forward to seeing you all very soon

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12-Dec-17 7:11am Motorcycle Crash Rakaia 12-Dec-17 2:41pm Car v Truck River Bridge 13-Dec-17 4:29pm 2 Car Crash Bankside 15-Dec-17 5:22pm Medical First Response Rakaia 15-Dec-17 11:04pm Medical First Response Rakaia 17-Dec-17 5:15pm Tree Fire Ashburton (not needed) 17-Dec-17 5:25pm Grass Fire Ashburton (not needed) 17-Dec-17 8:19pm Alarm Activation Synlait Milk 17-Dec-17 8:42pm Grass Fire Bankside 21-Dec-17 4:54am Hay Shed Fire Wakanui 21-Dec-17 8:36am Stood Down Not required 21-Dec-17 4:20pm Harvester Fire Bankside 22-Dec-17 5:41am Power Pole Fire Pendarves 22-Dec-17 6:56pm Truck Fire Chertsey 23-Dec-17 3:04pm Grass Fire Rolleston 24-Dec-17 1:29am Medical First Response Rakaia 24-Dec-17 10:21am Car Flipped Overhead Bridge 24-Dec-17 10:47am Grass Fire Dunsandel 25-Dec-17 1:01pm Grass Fire Hororata 28-Dec-17 3:43am Medical First Response Rakaia 29-Dec-17 12:48pm Pole and Grass Fires Dorie 30-Dec-17 10:30pm Grass Fire Bankside 4-Jan-18 8:03am Medical First Response Rakaia 4-Jan-18 6:04pm Harvester Fire Bankside 5-Jan-18 10:27am Traffic Incident Chertsey 5-Jan-18 4:11pm Car Crash Ashburton (not needed) 8-Jan-18 1:45am Car Fire Bankside 10-Jan-18 10:04am Power Lines Arching Dorie 11-Jan-18 2:39pm Lift Assistance Rakaia 12-Jan-18 9:42am Lift Assistance Rakaia 12-Jan-18 10:22am Lift Assistance Rakaia 15-Jan-18 5:28pm Car Crash Ashburton (not needed) 19-Jan-18 10:35am Pole/Grass Fire Dorie 20-Jan-18 7:01am Assist Home owner Rakaia 21-Jan-18 3:30am Alarm Activation Rakaia 22-Jan-18 12:20pm Car Crash Ashburton (not needed) 22-Jan-18 12:21pm Alarm Activation Ashburton

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Workplace Relations and Safety A Priority For 2018 I hope that 2018 has started well for you. With the hot weather we have been experiencing here in the South Island this summer, I am Family Life in Rakaia sure our local firefighters will remain on high alert for some time despite the periods of rain we have received. It is very important that we all keep in mind the risk of fires starting inadvertently and do our best to be vigilant.

Alongside my role as your local MP, one of my key priorities this year will be maintaining a focus on workplace relations and safety.

In terms of workplace safety, I was disappointed to note that agriculture has recorded the highest number of workplace deaths of any industry in New Zealand, with 124 deaths in the past six years.

On a more positive note, however, the number of workplace • Great for the family and located close to the school, 2 deaths for 2017 was lower than in the previous five years. While shops and domain on a 1/4 acre (1012m ). any workplace death is one too many, it is encouraging to see • Renovated to a high standard, 3 bedrooms with biw. that two out of three measures of the harm reduction target set Immaculate presentation. by the National-led Government are being reached. • Additional space for a fourth bedroom/office/study - you decide. In December 2017 new regulations around the management of hazardous substances in workplaces also came into effect, as • Large lounge/diner with large log burner. part the National-led Government’s work in this area. I am sure • Sunny deck for summer days and relaxed evenings. that many people would be shocked to learn that an estimated • HRV system keeps the place warmer and dryer in the 600 to 900 people every year die from illnesses that can be colder months. attributed to workplace exposure to hazardous chemicals such • Tidy bath and shower room. Outdoor living gardens, as solvents and agricultural sprays. This is why it is so important back lawn for kids games, veggie patch and fruit trees. that as a society we become much more careful about how we handle such substances in our workplaces. • Double garage lined and power with workshop or storage space. Off-street parking and well fenced. As well as workplace safety, I will also be keeping a close eye Two bay shed and glass house. on the new Government’s plans to make changes in the area of workplace relations. While I am supportive of gradual Enquiry over $319,000. increases to the minimum wage, as the previous National-led I am both happy and deeply honoured to provide a testimony Government introduced, the risks of raising the minimum wage of the efforts undertaken by OJ to ensure a positive outcome. significantly in a short space of time are higher unemployment OJ has certainly demonstrated a passion for his role but also a level of commitment that and rising inflation. Another consequence is the issue of “wage indicates the calibre of his character and spirit to ensure a successful outcome. B.W. compression” where those employees who are currently earning Call me “OJ” for a confidential chat regarding listing, selling, just above the minimum wage will also expect to receive an buying and a Free Appraisals available for you. equivalent pay-rise, adding to further rises to the costs of living. LIST your house for sale and see what I can save you $$$. For local workers who are currently not part of a union but 10 years selling in Rakaia and the District. Residential, Lifestyle and Rural. are employed under the same terms as those who are, the Government has indicated it may look to tighten the rules Call Now Freephone: 0800 12 19 19 around passing on collectively-negotiated terms to non-union Mobile: 021 74 33 94 employees. This may mean that you end up having to join a Email: [email protected] union (and pay union fees) if you want to have the same terms as union employees in your workplace. METHVEN REAL ESTATE LTD Licensed Real Estate Agents REAA 2008 Authorised by Amy Adams MP for Selwyn District 829 Main South Road, Templeton Kristy Thomas, Hairdresser in Rakaia Hair colouring, cuts and perms using CHI Professional products containing no ammonia or PDD's. Phone Kristy 021 374 643 or 303 5037. www.rakaianews.co.nz Page 11 Rakaia News Issue 498 - 25 January 2018

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Farm Management Plans - A New (Uncertain) Dawn for Farmers One of the hot issues in the recent election Plans should now form part of the due diligence process campaign was raising the water standards in One of the interesting by-products of this process is that farm our rivers and lakes. Regional authorities are management plans will now become a very important part of the bodies that are charged with implementing the due diligence process when buying a farm. Historically, the government’s water standards policy. farm due diligence was based around past production and All regional authorities have implemented, or are in the process the methods applied to that particular farm. Probably little of implementing, plan changes that are designed to enable them due diligence was carried out (or needed) in relation to the to achieve the minimum water standards set by government. regional plan as it related to the area in which the farm was situated. From now on, if you’re considering buying a farm, it Reduce leaching into waterway will be critical to understand not only the regional plan’s rules, One of the aims of these plan changes is to reduce the but also to obtain a copy and understand the particular farm amount of nitrogen and/or phosphorous leaching from farms management plan in relation to that farm. into waterways. The main tool to achieve this is the ‘farm Historic farming and production information will still be management plan’ which is, generally speaking, a plan for each vital. Equally as important, however, will be for you to have an individual farm as to how that farm can be operated so that its understanding of the use to which your farm might be put in nutrient leaching is kept at a particular rate. the future and what restrictions might be in place, or changes A typical farm management plan will have several elements but to farming practices, that might need to happen. Some of those will almost certainly involve a ‘nutrient budget’ which will look restrictions or requirements of a particular farm management at the nutrients that are introduced to the farm, either naturally plan may well not only impact upon the cost to the farming or by intervention. It will also examine how those nutrients operation, but also on the intensity of the farming that could be then either leave the farm by way of a finished product, such carried out. Both of these would affect the farm’s bottom line. as a crop, or as milk, or as a cattle beast, or whether they leave Imperative to understand your regional rules by way of leaching through the soil into rivers and lakes. In essence, a farm management plan summarises environmental The other matter to take into account is that the farm risks that have been identified on a property and how those risks management plan system, and the rules that each regional will be managed in order to comply with the legal requirements authority have either adopted or will be adopting, are all of each regional plan. relatively new. No one knows the extent to which they will work. Science and farming methods are continually evolving. You will either be already actively engaged in this process or, What isn’t likely to change, however, is the prominence of the where plan changes haven’t yet been finalised, you will at least environment as one of the major political issues of our time. be aware of what is happening in your region. By necessity, For that reason, it’s imperative that you properly understand the plans are regional as there are a number of factors that will your regional authority’s rules around the environment and the be different in each region and which will impact upon the particular farm management plans relating to your area or an environmental risks that farming might give rise to. Obvious area in which you propose to purchase. regional differences are the type of soils, the climate, the intensity of farming and so on. This article is an excerpt from an article the originally published in the summer edition of Rural eSpeaking. Please remember this information is designed as a general guide and should not replace specific legal advice. If you would like any further information please contact Jane Argyle-Reed at Argyle Welsh Finnigan on 3088228 or [email protected]. ASHBURTON TV & AUDIO YOUR LOCAL DIGITAL EXPERTS Digital installations & repairs • Prewire of new homes • Digital aerials • Cell phone aerials

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Gardening with Niv Outdoor tomatoes which are now making strong growth should have the side shoots removed as soon as they appear and, where Hi there to all. Another year ahead of us four or five trusses of flowers have opened and formed fruits, so happy New Year to you all and good the main growing point also should be removed to throw all gardening. energy into the development of the fruit. The fruit-setting Well, the time has come to say good bye to hormones are recommended for ensuring a full crop from each Rakaia as I am away to live in Nelson. Some say good, but truss of flowers. Once the fruit is set, weekly application of others will miss me (I hope). It’s old age, I am told. Thanks to liquid manure should be given with clear water in addition if all for the help given to me over the years. the soil becomes dry due to very hot weather or drying winds. Also a big thanks to the editor of the Rakaia News, Linda, for all The Flower Garden her help creating and typing my contributions.. Keep the lawn regularly mown and rolled. Remove dandelions and other flat-leaved weeds by cutting them off just below the The Vegetable Garden surface and drop a pinch of salt in the hole on top of the root. At this time of the year it is important to keep the surface of Daisies should be lifted out completely. Do not allow them to the soil well disturbed by hoeing to keep down seedling weeds accumulate or they will seed or spread by means of runners. and maintain a mulch of broken soil to prevent loss of moisture Although they must be used with care to avoid injury to from the lower levels. nearby garden plants, the hormone weedkillers are by far the The season for sowing seeds of crops to mature in late autumn most effective means of clearing lawns of weeds. The makers’ and winter is fast drawing to a close and much depends on the instructions must be strictly adhered to for best results. general course of the weather in the next three months whether Remove all dead flowers from shrubs such as rhododendrons, late sowings will reach maturity. Each gardener should learn for if these are left on to produce seeds much of the plant’s from his/her own experience and from the advice of his/her energy will be devoted to seed production at the expense of next neighbours. A diary kept over several years giving sowing and year’s flower buds. Other garden flowers which will flower for maturity dates will yield valuable information. a much longer period if the old flowers are removed regularly Early Shorthorn carrots may still be sown for use when young. are sweet peas, dahlias, calendulas, antirrhinums, pansies and Kohlrabi, garden cress, early dwarf peas, parsley, spinach and violas, Iceland poppies and scabious. turnips may also be sown. Now is the time to lift spring flowering bulbs and corms. Soon Plant out early and late varieties of broccoli. Some will mature after the leaves die right away root action recommences and in four months, others will take eight or nine. Plant out late all transplanting should be carried out before the roots have celery and leeks into specially prepared trenches. The usual grown too much. This is especially true of narcissi (daffodils) of method of planting leeks is to make large holes with a dibbler, all kinds which are not improved by being kept out of the soil and place one plant in each hole at intervals of 200mm. The for more than a few weeks at this time of the year. roots are just covered with soil and the hole filled with water. Climbing plants - clematis, morning glory, wisteria and roses As the plants grow the holes should be gradually filled with should be regularly inspected when rapid growth is being soil if this has not already taken place during cultivation or made. Tie long growths into place before they are damaged watering. As the plants grow further, soil must be placed round by wind, and stop the growth of those which have reached the the stems in the form of a ridge in the same manner as for the required height. blanching of celery. Herbaceous plants such as dahlias, Michaelmas daisies Onions, garlic and shallots should be taken up and dried as (perennial asters), phlox and chrysanthemums make rapid, soon as the tops turn yellow. Ground for autumn sowing of and sometimes soft, growth at this time of the year and must be onions may be prepared by liberal manuring with old stable staked and tied at regular intervals. manure or compost and some lime. Autumn sowing gives by far the best results in southern districts, allowing the bulbs to Hydrangea cuttings taken now root readily in sandy soil. The swell in the actively growing season of the year and ripen in proper cuttings to use are the young, half-ripe shoots which January and February when the sun is at its hottest. have not flowered this season. They should be cut 10 to 13mm. Remove the lower leaves and cut off cleanly just below a joint. No further cuttings of asparagus should be made now. The bed Those planted in boxes which can be kept covered from bright should be left to make all the top growth possible, thus building sunlight and protected from drying winds for the first few up the crowns into a fit state to produce good stout shoots for weeks will make better progress than cuttings planted out of next season’s cutting. If there is a likelihood of the tall tops doors. The root-promoting hormone gives excellent results, being broken by wind they should be staked. Stout stakes at when used with hydrangeas. When the cuttings are rooted, a 1 metre intervals round the bed connected by binder twine condition which is marked by some new growth and general will hold them up. Prevent weeds such as dandelions, docks improvement in appearance, they may be planted out in their and plantains from becoming established in the bed as their flowering positions in the garden or transplanted into 10mm removal when full grown is likely to damage the delicate roots pots for growing on in the greenhouse where they will flower of the asparagus. in early summer. Remove seed heads from rhubarb - the formation of seeds is Niven Murch damaging to the roots which are now storing up nutrients for the production of next spring’s crop of leaves. www.rakaianews.co.nz Page 15 Rakaia News Issue 498 - 25 January 2018

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Welcome to 2018 from the Tui Guru. Let’s hope we don’t have the big dramas that 2017 gave us and enjoy the new year with optimism, enthusiasm and with prosperity as our aim, and world peace our target.

Let’s save the Hector’s dolphin, the yellow-eyed penguin and the Holden Commodore V8. Let’s save Hawaii from missile attacks and perhaps we could save America and get rid of the Trump. Let’s hope my mate Steven Adams runs for US President and let’s hope Kim Jong-un doesn’t press any buttons on his desk. May bygones be forgotten and we forgive the Aussies for the underarm bowling. Let’s bring back Buck ... finally. Let’s treat Auckland and those clowns that live there with respect. LOGFIRE INSTALLATIONS Let’s hope Jacinda and Clarke find out who the baby’s father is because apparently it’s the nation’s baby. Let’s hope Winnie doesn’t press any buttons when he steps in as prime minister Showerdomes and let’s hope Shane Jones doesn’t get into a punch up at the Waitangi celebrations. Tiling Let’s hope that Rakaia rugby win the Lusetti combined competition and let’s hope Steve Hansen gets knighted and Adrians Building Services - (03)324 3125 Locally based, NZ Home Heating Installer 10+ years becomes Sir Shag. Let’s hope the Crusaders shut all the rugby critics up ... again. Let’s hope Les O’Reilly wins the NZ Trotting Cup or Justin Smith and let’s hope that the Warriors and the Silver Ferns win a game this year.

Let’s hope the ole highway patrol fella finds another place to park up, other than outside the pub at the round-a-bout and let’s hope the ole bill catch and get rid of the stupid buggers trashing our school.

Let’s hope the ole cow virus is stopped dead in its tanker track. Let’s hope we get enough rain and our fair share of sunshine for our crop, sheep and farming folk and let’s hope we get a four lane highway between Christchurch and Ashburton.

Let’s hope that Salmon Tales Cafe puts mushrooms back on its big breakfast and let’s hope the Mobil continues to stay open late. Let’s hope Carol doesn’t run out of petrol driving round and round the town and let’s hope we get our roads fixed, especially Rakaia Barrhill Methven Road and Thompsons Track. Let’s hope Brussels sprouts are banned from all supermarkets and let’s hope Rolleston stays where it is.

I trust this list will happen in 2018 and this time next year we will be looking at some new New Year wish list. So, from the ole Tui Guru, all the best for 2018. Haere ra 2017 and kia ora koe 2018. Remember, you hear it here first in theRakaia News.

She’s a pretty easy wish list Tui Guru Yeah Right.

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Rakaia Library News The Good News for 2018 - now that the Library Committee is included under the umbrella of Rakaia Community Association, Railway the Association has generously offered to fund all subscriptions for this year. For people of Rakaia and the surrounding district, this means - NO MEMBERSHIP LIBRARY FEES for all borrowers. We will still have a 50 cent borrowing fee for our Tavern latest books on offer but remember that there is a huge range of books that have no borrowing fee on them. Open 7 Days 11:00am till LATE So make it your resolution this year to come and support our local library – there are many treasures to be read for all ages Restaurant Hours and gender. Friday, Saturday and Sunday One of our goals this year is to supply a ‘drop box’ at the library 5.30pm - 9.30pm for people who want to return books outside of opening hours. We know this can be a bit of a barrier for some people in getting Week Day Menu books back on time. Bar Meals and Takeaway Meals Available We look forward to your company! A reminder of our opening hours: Your new hosts Harry and Vick Saturday 10:30am – 11:30am Phone: 302 7005 Tuesday 2:00pm – 4:00pm Hospice Mid-Canterbury Have you considered volunteering? Hospice Shop Mid- Canterbury is looking for more volunteers to join their team.

Karen, one of the volunteer team, says “I had read a lot about the SturleyG Electrical Patron of Hospice New Zealand, how involved she always seems to be, and what Hospice stood for. So, having recently retired, this Rakaia-based seemed a great opportunity to get involved myself, having a little Residential/Commercial/Industrial more spare time on my hands.

Phone Gyrth on 027 276 9601 or 303 5407 Working at the hospice shop gives me a great deal of satisfaction, whether it’s being able to help a lady find that perfect outfit, or a gentleman seek out a 3 piece suit, or even help someone find that special piece of china. It’s pretty cool also showing the children where their section of the bookcase is and show them the stuffed toys to play with while mum is busy shopping. What a great way to spend a day. The customer contact is great, and I have got to know the customers well, and enjoy a good laugh with them on a regular basis. Such a different direction from my previous job, but I just love it, and enjoy the variety that the shop offers.

The volunteers and management are great to get along with and I really look forward to the days I am rostered on, so much so that I have taken on extra days when required.

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Sport Notices Sport Notices

Rakaia Netball Club Rakaia Netball Club Rakaia Netball Club is a small but successful club, and welcomes players at all levels. Senior Trials and Social Muster We are a friendly, social club with a supportive and hard-working Committee. Wednesdays 7 & 14 February Commencing 6:30pm at Rakaia Domain We have excellent court facilities located at Rakaia Domain, midway between Christchurch and Ashburton.

The club is well organised, well equipped with a winning Junior Trials attitude and places a priority on netball being fun. Wednesday 21 February We welcome all previous senior and junior players and Commencing 4:30pm at Rakaia Domain warmly invite new players, coaches and parent or committee supporters to the club. Pre-Season Training The Club is also keen to hear from anyone interested in for all interested senior players, social coaching or managing teams and umpiring. players and umpires is running now on Monday nights, 6.30pm at the Rakaia Domain

RAKAIA SPORTS AWARDS 2018 Thursday 12 April 2018 Rakaia Community Centre, 7pm Guest Speaker Scott Martlew In 2010 everything changed for Scott. Join us to hear the story of a Paralympian and NZ Surf Lifesaving Nationals winner who never gives up. Come along and celebrate our sporting Achievers, Volunteers and Legends

CLUBS Nominations due 9th Feb 2018 Tickets Email nominations to $35 each or $300 table of 10 [email protected] Don’t miss out, call Sue on 027 304 2399 or post to Sonia Sturley, Or email [email protected] 114 Elizabeth Ave, Rakaia 7710 Delicious free finger food, raffle and action

Sponsorship: Would you as an individual or business like to be involved with this awesome event? Se veral options from naming cups, buying a corporate table to helping out with food. Please contact [email protected] to get involved. Hickman Family季 Canterbury Pastoral Ltd季

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Church Notices Church Notices

St Ita’s, Plains Presbyterian Parish Catholic Church - Rakaia St Andrew’s Presbyterian - Celebration of the Mass Rakaia Sunday evenings 6.00pm New Year. As you travel into another year, may you share with Parish Priest: Fr Geoffrey Gray God enough joy to keep your heart singing, enough sorrow to Resident in Ashburton, 308 6493 make you understanding, enough trials to keep you strong, enough Rakaia Contacts: Carmel Tyson 303 5033 quietness to refresh your spirit, enough love to know life with him Church Com Chairperson: Sylvia Mellish 302 7128 is beautiful. Catholic Women's League Secretary: Joan Wells 302 7208 Sunday, 28 January 9:30am St Andrew’s, Rakaia - Rev Neville Burns Rakaia Anglican Services Sunday, 4 February 10:30am 2018 Worship St John’s Methven - Rev Arii Taimataora and Rev Robin Humphries A warm welcome to all, to our family-friendly services on: A kid-friendly lead service, and also dedication of parish leadership teams. Robin will lead a workshop early afternoon, Sunday, 28 January 10:30am encouraging people involved in children’s ministry. Welcome St James, Chertsey extended to all. Sunday, 4 February 9:30am St Andrew’s Contact: Dorothy Knight, Telephone: 03 302 7595 St Mark’s, Rakaia Parish Minister Contact: Rev Arii Taimataora Telephone: 03 302 8151 At each of our services there is a crèche and Sunday School for the children Rakaia Friendship Club Bible Studies - start 7 February Welcome to the New Year. Our next meeting will be Tuesday, Wednesday morning 10:00am - 11:30am 13 February starting at 10.00am, at St Andrews Presbyterian at St Mark’s church lounge Hall. The programme is still in the planning stage but will be Wednesday evening 6:00pm - 8:00pm (with meal) entertaining and enjoyable. A lovely two course meal will be at 363 McCrory’s Road, Rakaia available at 12.00pm. There will be a bring-and-buy sales table All WELCOME and raffles. Welcome to all our regular attendees, with a special welcome Minister and Contact: Al Drye Mobile: 021 124 2351 extended to new people. Come at a time that suits you, email:[email protected] transport is available upon request. For further information telephone Audrey on 302 7172 or Dorothy on 302 7595.

As you can see from the issue numbers above, the 500th issue of the Rakaia News is only Charity OP SHOP two issues away. Should this milestone be Operating alongside St Mark’s Church celebrated? If so, how should we celebrate? Email me all your ideas and suggestions - contact details on the front page.

Elizabeth Ave, Rakaia Opening hours Tuesday and Saturday 10.00am - 12.00 noon

We continue to accept donations of clean, tidy clothing, homewares, furniture and children’s toys. These can be dropped off or ring Kaye 0274 922 876 to arrange for collection. www.rakaianews.co.nz Page 21 Rakaia News Issue 498 - 25 January 2018

What’s Cooking, Rakaia? Classifieds

Run on ads are cash only. Money and ad to be placed in an Egg Balls envelope with contact details, and dropped into the box at the 6 hard boiled eggs - mashed Acton Centre, Elizabeth Ave. This is cleared each fortnight Monday at 10:00am. 1 tbs chopped parsley $2.50 per line; FREE for goods to give away

1 small onion finely chopped CELEBRANT: Weddings, Renewal of Vows, Naming Ceremonies, Funerals & Private Farewells, Unveilings, Jenni Gibson 324 8332 or 1/2 cup ham finely chopped 021 723 089 Email: [email protected] or 225g cream cheese Website: www.celebrantservices.net.nz

salt and pepper to taste

chopped nuts Rakaia Rugby Club Pea Straw For Sale 1 Mix all ingredients together except the nuts. $35 per bale (medium square) 2 Shape into little balls and roll in the chopped nuts. pick up or can be delivered. 3 Refrigerate for at least and hour before serving. phone: David 0274 324 024 or 302 7271 Kyle 0274 977 040 or 302 0042

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To Let What’s On

Are you organising an upcoming event? To Rent Do you know of any events around our area? 4 bedroom fully insulated house, We would love to know, please email us: [email protected] sunny and warm January/February 2018 Available mid February $360pw Local Telephone: 022 31 40 327 • Harvey’s Bakehouse Teddy Bears’ Picmic Saturday, 27 January, 11:00am - 2:00pm State Highway 1, Rakaia FOR RENT - $345 per week. • Rakaia Garden Competition, judging Cosy 3 Bedroom House rurally located on the outskirts of Saturday, 10 February Rakaia. Pets will be considered. Rakaia gardeners wishing to enter All Tenancy Applications subject to standard Tenancy • Rakaia Garden Club meeting Checks. Photos and more information on our Facebook Monday, 12 February, 2:00pm Page - Rural Tenancy Inspections St Andrew’s Hall Please contact us for a Tenancy • Rakaia Friendship Club Application Form or Tuesday, 13 February, 10:00am call Rebecca on 027 3132270 St Andrew’s lounge • Rakaia Toy Library open day Board Available Saturday, 24 February, 9:00am - 12 noon Railway Terrace, Rakaia In Rakaia Township District Furnished room with ensuite. Internet available • IHRA Southern Nationals - round 3 Telephone: 021 51 99 36 Sunday, 28 January, 11:00am Leggett Rd, Templeton Admission: $20/adult, $10/student, under 12 free Community Notices • Farringdon Pool Party Sunday, 28 January, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Southbridge Community Pool, High St, Southbridge Rakaia Garden Competition Admission: Free • New World Rolleston Picnic in the Park Judging will be on Saturday, 10 February 2018 Thursday, 1 February, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Lincoln Event Centre, 15 Meijer Dr, Lincoln If you wish your garden to be entered and judged Admission: Free please confirm your entry by phoning • Spectrum Lighting and Sound Drive-in Movie Wendy 303 5098 or Jean 302 7994 Friday, 9 February, 7:00pm - 9:00pm before Friday, 2 February. Darfield Domain, North Terrace, Darfield Admission: Free • Engage: The Summer Retreat for Your Inner Nerd Friday, 9 to Sunday, 11 February Mt Hutt Retreat, Hart Road, Rakaia • Twilight in the Vines Saturday, 10 February, 4:00pm - 9:00pm CharRees Vineyard, 22 Laings Road, Ashburton Admission: Free • Farringdon Music On the Green Rakaia News Deadline Sunday, 11 February, 4:30pm - 7:00pm Rolleston Reserve, Tennyson Street, Rolleston 10:00am Monday Admission: Free 5 February 2018 www.rakaianews.co.nz Page 23 Rakaia News Issue 498 - 25 January 2018

Happy First Birthday THANK YOU RAKAIA!

Harvey’s Bakehouse, Rakaia is celebrating its first year in the Rakaia community, and what a wonderful community it is. Thank you for including us in the Rakaia village. Without your support we would not have been as successful as we have. We look forward to refreshing you all in the future.

A big part of your experience when you come into the shop is the amazing staff behind the counter. They are always up for a laugh and endeavour to make your experience a good one. Caro, Kathy, Rose, Hannah and Emily make Harvey’s Rakaia what it is. Good food always sells, good customer service combined with good food will always ensure the customer returns.

Recently an elderly gentleman shared his thoughts and memories with me, and his words touched my heart. This man now smiles when he sees the trucks lined up on both sides of the road outside Harvey’s Bakehouse. This sight brings back the happy memory of the early days of Meads Cafe. Back then it was Burnett’s trucks parked up on both sides of the road, all stopping at Meads Cafe for their smokos and/or lunches. I feel privileged to be part of bringing a little of the past into the future.

Thanks must also go to Matt and Emma and the team from Harvey’s Bakehouse, Creek Road, Ashburton. You do an amazing job with the food you create every day.

George has arrived early and is waiting for you.

So, to celebrate our first anniversary, we would like you to join us for a Teddy Bears’ Picnic on the Bakehouse site. I will have Celebrate the first birthday of our Rakaia bakery the help of George, my teddy bear, and we want to give you a by joining us for a fun-filled afternoon. George and I will be waiting for you to share stories, face painting and treats for the children and their teddy on Saturday, 27 January from 11am until 2pm. Every child will receive a free mini Pump water bottle but they must be accompanied by their teddy bear and a parent to be able to Teddy attend. An option of pre-ordering your picnic boxes for collection on the day is available by telephoning 03 302 7435. Some examples Bears of our standard picnic boxes are: • single kids pack $6 (includes club sandwich, savoury, sweet slice and a piece of fruit) or • family pack from $22 (2 full size sandwiches, 4 sweet Picnic treats and 1 coffee). You can ask one of the girls to customise your picnic box to your liking, just enquire when you ring to place your order. Saturday 27th January Picnic boxes can be created on the day if making a decision on what to eat now is too hard, or even maybe on the day just buy 11am - 2pm a brioche to complement your own sandwich. Harveys Bakehouse, State Highway 1, Rakaia So that we can provide a Harvey’s experience to travellers Story book corner Face painting Treats for the kids and others on Saturday, could all picnickers please do us the courtesy of parking on one of the two side streets beside Family picnic lunches available by preorder. Harvey’s Bakehouse. Call us on 03 302 7435 or message us on Facebook to order Caroline Brady Harvey’s Bakehouse www.rakaianews.co.nz Page 24