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PLAYGROUND OPEN SOON Merivale mother realises dream with help from community and council ANDREW KING

Gretel Gray, 3, (right) is just one of many children who will get to enjoy the Merivale playground her mother created from scratch. Charlotte Gray was determined to have a playground built at the Merivale Reserve on Rugby St. So she fundraised and lobbied officials to get the playground built. Now, two years later, the playground will open March 19. Ms Gray fundraised about $42,000 with the city council matching that effort dollar for dollar. She wanted a park closer to the area for children. “I needed a place that I could walk down to, burn off a bit of energy and also provide something for my young children,” she said. The opening will have a barbecue, bouncy castle and face painting – also all the plants that will surround the playground will be laid out for the community to install. “We want the locals to bring down a spade and help put the finishing touches on the playground,” Ms Gray said. The new equipment includes a basket swing, merrygo-round and a climbing ladder. “We wouldn’t have been able to do this without the fantastic support of the community and those who put money towards it,” she said. Fendalton-Waimairi Community Board, Fendalton New World, the Canterbury Community Trust, the Rata Foundation and a $10,000 anonymous donation all helped to get her over the fundraising line. Ms Gray said she has her eye on another playground in Wainoni she wants to help get back on its feet. “I will take a small break between this project and my next one . . . I won’t be able to sit still for long,” Ms Gray said. “Even though it is not officially opened yet there have been lots of kids making use of the area.”

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PLAYTIME: Gretel Gray, 3, enjoys the new playground her mother, Charlotte Gray, fundraised for in Merivale. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

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Christchurch home as well as fun activities for the whole family. Entry is free and for more information phone 941 5008. Ray Blank Park, off Maidstone Rd, Ilam. Revamp Vintage Market Sunday, 10am-pm A wonderful selection of Christchurch’s best vintage brought together for a vintage shopping extravaganza. English

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Culture Galore Saturday Saturday, noon-4pm Culture Galore is an outdoor multicultural festival held at Ray Blank Park in Ilam. The event celebrates the city’s diversity with food, art, crafts and music and dance performances from more than 80 cultures who call

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need to complete the run section. For entry go to the website try.weetbix.co.nz/events/ christchurch. Jellie Park, Burnside. The Cadbury Easter Eggstravaganza Saturday, 10am-4pm It’s back with loads of fun and games for the whole family to enjoy. Along with face painting, carnival games, an appearance from the Easter bunny and spot prizes, the star of the show will be Cadbury’s giant inflatable maze. After getting through the maze, you may want to soak up the surrounds of the park. There’s a children’s playground nearby at the Botanic Gardens, and enough space to unpack a picnic and for your family to actively play around on the grass. There will also be food and drinks available on site. All donated proceeds go towards supporting Make-a-Wish New Zealand. Admission is free. A $5 donation receives an Easter egg and activity card. Hagley Park

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Worry over disappearing stream Stagnant water also encourages mosquito breeding

DRY: The Wai-iti Stream has been slowly drying up since the February 2011 earthquake and residents want the city council to look for ways to get the water flowing again. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

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A disappearing Fendalton stream is causing more than environmental concerns – the stagnant water could also be responsible for an increase of mosquitoes in the area. Fendalton resident Kristina Pickford’s property straddles the Wai-iti Stream, which she says has slowly dried up since the February 2011 earthquake. Though in 2013, the city council cleared the sediment and liquefaction that saw the stream flow again, by the spring last year it had dried up again. She has asked the FendaltonWaimairi Community Board to look at using an up-stream spring to get the water flowing once more. “There are other cases of flow augmentation projects in the region, namely the Kaputone Creek, Ilam Stream and Paparua

Stream,” she said. She said because of the low flow of the stream, water is pooling in areas close to residential properties creating the perfect environment for mosquitoes. She is not alone in her concerns. About 40 residents signed her petition asking for the diversion to be put in. “Every single person I spoke to said it needs to be addressed. Some have complained about an increase of mosquitoes because of the stagnant water.” According to her neighbours during the 60s, 70s and 80s the

stream used to be teeming with freshwater crayfish and large long fin eels. The board has asked the city council to investigate the issues raised by Ms Pickford regarding the degradation of the stream and find a way to increase the flow of water in it. It requested the report be returned by August 29. “This needs to be a priority . . . a holistic view on streams throughout the city need to be addressed,” said Ms Pickford. Board chairwoman Val Carter said it was concerning the

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OPEN: Ministry of Education director of education Coralanne Child (left) and Breens Intermediate student Taylah Maclaughlan-Wing helps Bishopdale Preschool pupil Mitchell Oldfield (middle) cut the ribbon at the opening. COMMUNITY STALWARTS: Bill Sykes (left) and Peggy Kelly enjoy the Packe St Community Garden 20-year celebrations.

Community garden celebrates ANDREW KING

The Packe St Community Garden has celebrated its 20th birthday with cake and a spectacular sample of fruit grown in the garden itself. Cake, singing and of course home-made jams and other goodies were on offer to those who went along to celebrate. The garden was the brainchild of (Botanist) Bill Sykes and

Peggy Kelly in 1995 – and they have been involved right up until today. They pushed the city council to buy the land at 129 Packe St and the community garden was born. They hired Di Lucas, a Christchurch landscape architect, to work with the children around the area on how they wanted the space to be shaped. The two founders are looking

to hand care of the garden onto someone else as they feel the garden is in a good place – also they want to spend a bit more time enjoying retirement. The garden now has a toilet, running water and a new tool shed which was donated. In order for the garden to continue, the Shirley-Papanui Community Board has granted $5200 towards a new coordinator.

Pre-school re-opened The new Bishopdale Preschool is open at Breens Intermediate School. The project was able to go ahead after a massive fundraising effort by the community – they pulled together $825,000 to build the new pre-school. In March 2012 the Bishopdale Community Preschool was evicted from the city council building they had occupied for the previous 40 years due to the building no longer meeting the new building code. In 2013 the pre-school was

told it would not be able to return to the building at the Bishopdale Mall, but fortunately the Breens Intermediate school board and the Ministry of Education agreed to allow the pre-school to build on a section of the school. Said pre-school manager Sarah Straver: “It has been a long and often challenging journey for our community and we are incredibility grateful to everyone that has contributed to making sure this valuable service remains.”

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Odd-shaped roundabout helps traffic flow ANDREW KING

A different-shaped roundabout at the intersection of Memorial Ave and Russley Rd will help the flow of traffic while major works are carried out. The elongated rugby ball shaped roundabout is a temporary measure that will give vehicles more time to negotiate the intersection in Burnside. The intersection is part of the wider upgrade of the road, which is a major freight and commuter route between Belfast and the Christchurch Airport, linking to Russley Rd and the southwestern side of the city. Fendalton-Waimairi Community Board member Jamie Gough said he was unaware of the odd-shaped roundabout but praised the project for thinking outside the box. “You have to give credit where credit is due. It is a difficult thing to conduct those level of roadworks and still move traffic though at a reasonable rate,” he said. Cr Gough also said he had received a surprisingly low

TIME SAVER: The elongated roundabout will allow traffic to move more freely while road works are carried out at the intersection of Memorial Ave and Russley Rd. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN

amount of complaints about the project. “I thought there would be a lot of people unhappy about the delays but it appears the general public understand what is going on and are patient while it happens,” he said. New Zealand Transport Agency highway manager Colin Knaggs said while the changes will alleviate traffic congestion he urged drivers to be cautious. “We ask motorists to be aware of changes in traffic management, follow on-site signage and drive to the conditions,” he said. The upgrade project is part of the transport agency’s Christ-

church’s SH1 Western Corridor improvements which will reduce congestion and improve safety between north and south Christchurch along the corridor, and to the airport. Travel time between Yaldhurst and Wairakei Rds in February 2015: Northbound 7-9am: 4.9min and 4-6pm: 6.1min Southbound 7-9am: 6.5min and 4-6pm: 5.7min Travel time between Yaldhurst and Wairakei Rds in February 2016: Northbound 7-9am: 5.2min and 4-6pm: 7.4min Southbound 7-9am: 5.6min and 4-6pm: 5.2min

VANDALISM INVESTIGATION The Shirley-Papanui Community Board has requested the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design team assess the alleyway access between Hills Rd and Onawe Pl. The investigation comes after a request for assistance to maintain the fence between a resident’s property and the alleyway that has been damaged by repeated vandalism. ROAD CONDITION REPORT The Shirley-Papanui Community Board has asked city council staff to investigate and provide a report on the condition of both Matson and St James Aves taking into account the potential increase in traffic due to the Mitre 10 development. This comes after a resident asked for a deferment of rezoning the Papanui ward to medium density housing due to traffic problems at a recent board meeting. TREE REMOVAL Residents on Tisch Pl, Belfast have successfully lobbied the Shirley-Papanui Community Board for the removal of an elm tree. Belfast resident Julie Brigg spoke to the board regarding the request by residents of Tisch Pl for the removal of a tree. The tree had grown too large for the available space

and two branches had fallen in recent months, one of which blocked the road for five hours before being removed by a city council contractor. The board said the city council arborist and parks unit would remove several unhealthy trees in Tisch Pl, including the overgrown elm which was seen as a safety hazard. Also to be removed is a eucalyptus tree in the adjoining Foley Reserve. MAN HIT BY TRUCK A man was taken to Christchurch Hospital on Thursday with moderate injuries after being struck by a truck in Northwood. St John sent an ambulance to the scene on Groynes Drive around 7am. The man was assessed at the scene and taken to hospital for further treatment. WASTEWATER REPAIRS Work has begun on repairing the earthquake-damaged wastewater lateral pipes in St Albans. The work will be on Sherborne St, between Bealey Ave and Edgeware Rd, and take about a month to complete. At times turning restrictions may be in place for traffic turning onto Sherborne St from Canon St, Purchas St and Bealey Ave. One side of the street will always be open for pedestrian use.

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Papanui’s Past

Memorial reserve worth another look MURRAY WILLIAMS, PAPANUI HERITAGE GROUP

In spite of its central location on the corner of Papanui Rd and Horner St, this small space can easily be overlooked. It is one of the suburb’s most modern reserves as development did not start until after the demolition of the War Memorial Hall, the previous occupant of this site. This building was demolished in 1978 because of the perceived risk that it would pose in the event of an earthquake. The commemorative aspect of the reserve was established by mounting the plaque salvaged from the exterior of the memorial hall into a low stone wall. The original foundation stone of the memorial hall has been incorporated on the other side of the wall. The site has a special significance for the local RSA branch and plays an important part in formal ceremonies on Anzac Day. On the north-west corner of the site there is a garden containing 57 roses, supposedly one for each of the names

on the plaque, according to the city council background paper written for Shirley-Papanui Community Board members in April 2003. There is however, something of a mystery in that the plaque honouring Papanui deaths in World War 1 contains only 38 names and the accompanying engraved stainless steel panel commemorating World War 2 fatalities lists 49 names. The World War 1 plaque at St Paul’s lists 36. This is not a park for energetic children, there are four seats but no play equipment, yet this is probably appropriate as the main function is commemorative and contemplative. Another feature is the con-

crete fountain donated by Papanui Rotary in 1983 that hints at the possibility of regeneration after the wastage of war. Rotary also planted a tree to recognise Ern Dale, a local pharmacist who played a major part in promoting community welfare. The reserve is a good place for a break but casual observation would suggest that the area is hardly used, perhaps the incessant and noisy traffic is intrusive. The concrete toilet block is a scruffy structure yet it has recently been redeemed through the effort of Papanui High School art teacher Mark Saltero and some of his students. The mural they have created on the theme of the familiar red poppy has been given a more modern twist in that the repetitive but evolving images have been presented in a style that references Andy Warhol. This feature alone makes the reserve worth a closer look.

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Readers respond to last week’s article about the possibility of a fireworks ban in city council parks and reserves S E Adams, Redwood: I would definitely support a ban on all fireworks. It is heartbreaking to see pets traumatised by the noise and running under beds and trying to get into cupboards. Over a period of 40 years we had dogs all of whom were terrified of fireworks and even being sedated didn’t fully help them. I now have a cat and he too is terrified when he hears the noise not only on November 5 but it goes on in my neighbourhood for months after with people letting off fireworks in their gardens. Also why do New Zealanders celebrate Guy Fawkes when it means absolutely nothing to them. Sharon, Les Holdem and Penny the cat Rangiora: We have moved from Christchurch to Rangiora where we lived for more than 50 years of married life and we have always had animals. They all were stressed by fireworks to the extent of having to bring the big dogs inside and comfort them when fireworks were let off. We feel that there should be a total ban on sales of these items and that they should

only be done in controlled public displays – like the New Brighton Pier ones. The latest incident was February 20 at 10.40pm and this made our cat so stressed that we had to wrap her in a blanket and put her in her safe spot which is in the back of the closet. These items (fireworks) are dangerous and there is no need for them to be available to the general public at all and while we think about our pets (cats, dogs etc) what about the wildlife that gets caught up in this stupid ritual as well. Anne Evans, Bryndwr: The noise and disturbance of fireworks to our pets is disturbing. Not only on November 5 but many other nights, quiet nights, when you least expect it, loud bangs come out of the blue. The noise is also disturbing to us people who are settling down to sleep, then it disturbs the person with the added worry of our pets or do we need to get up and attend them. Many nights well after November 5 and December then even in January. I think sale of fireworks should be banned. Now people buy $50 boxes and there are so many fireworks people end up buying two boxes for the price of one which means more trouble for pets and people.

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physically stressed by the noise and when people purchase and stockpile them for use at a later date their use is a real nuisance. On Waitangi Day night I was woken by someone from a neighbouring property using fireworks very late which gave me an awful fright. We have enough to contend with in Christchurch with earthquakes waking us and unnerving us. A reader gives her views on the Papanui Parallel Cycleway

Graham Evans, Bryndwr: I am a breeder of canaries which I show and judge. The fireworks disturbs the hens that are sitting on eggs or chicks. Fireworks often scares the hens to leave the nest overnight finishing the cycle. The noise from the bangs is the main cause of concern. Christine Carr, St Albans: I have a dog that is terrified of fireworks, but I don’t object to fireworks in parks, except for the fire risk. I would much rather have fireworks banned for use in private backyards, because the sound is much closer to my home and the dog spends Guy Fawkes night and the evenings

around that date, cowering under the bed, with a very expensive calming collar on and equally expensive diffuser plugged in next to her. Yes she’s a wimp, but she is an old dog and has been a very faithful hearing dog for me over the last 11 years and doesn’t deserve to suffer as she does. The fear also prevents her doing her hearing dog duties which could be dangerous for me. Heather Smith, Redwood: I totally agree that a ban of fireworks in parks and reserves would be a good idea. I think there should be a total ban on the sale of all fireworks to the public in fact. Most pets/animals are

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Music vital in education Burnside music teacher and worldrenowned singer Ravil Atlas Do kids need music? The very simple and overwhelmingly supported answer is yes! There are numerous studies that support early music education. It improves cognitive, numeric, social, communicative, and emotional skills. In short, it enhances everything we purport to want in education. It is prevalent in every child’s life. It crosses social and ethnic boundaries and binds us as human beings. It supports cross-cultural learning and inter-disciplinary teaching methods. In other words, you can more effectively teach maths, social science, history or any other subject by including it within a music educational framework. To do this, it requires a strong plan supported by the Ministry of Education, understood by school administrations, and given proper training and support for the teachers that deliver the curriculum. In addition to the many docu-

mented benefits, music can be a galvanising force in the culture of a school, a community, and a nation. Although music education should be delivered through the school system (and I hope that we will someday follow the lead of so many other nations) each child should be encouraged and supported in music activities by parents, family, and schools. My comments are informed by my career as a musician, a music educator, and a researcher, but more importantly by my fond memories and understanding of the many benefits given to me through my musical activities and the superb teachers that gave me my musical education. My passion and my opinions come from the viewpoint of a father whose grown children have benefited from a strong musical education through the schools and the hope that his now six-year-old daughter will benefit in the same manner here in New Zealand. Have your say: Do you think there is enough emphasis on music in the school curriculum? Email your thoughts to andrew. king@starmedia.kiwi

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Singing butcher bows out The Singing Butcher, Redwood resident Alli Robertson has been in the industry for 52 years. He chats to Andrew King about singing at a former customer’s funeral, growing up in a family of 12 and letting down his brother’s car tyres.

TOP MAN: Alli Robertson shows some of the cuts he is capable of and even though he is retired, he still heads down to the shop to cut the odd bit of meat at Peter Timbs.

Hi Alli, tell us what made you become a butcher? My dad told me if I wanted to leave school I had to have a job. So I took off down to the local butchery and asked if they needed a hand. I was told I could start immediately washing up. I took off home to put on some rougher clothes and got stuck into my first job. I was 14. So from there you decided being a butcher would be a good job? Yeah. I took up an apprenticeship they offered me 12 months later. My dad said people will always eat so you have chosen well. To study we had to travel to Wellington on the Wahine to study in Trentham. When I had qualified John Taggat advertised for a butcher in Church Corner, I worked for him for 20 years. He opened in the Church Corner Mall where it still is to this day but he doesn’t own it anymore.

Did you ever want to get out of the industry? No. I was lucky to have bloody good guys around me so it made it easy to stay in the industry. I didn’t think about owning my own butchery because of this. I always went the extra mile. I am proud of my sick day record – six years without a single sick day. What was your motivation behind turning up even when sick? Well my dad said: “What you put in son you get out.” I really enjoyed my job which also helps. Your dad sounds like he had quite an influence on your life, tell me about him? My dad was a tile maker and in the holidays we would help him make them. Then he went to ABC Cables and was a night foreman. He never owned a car and always cycled everywhere. He died just before the

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I went to Riccarton Primary then onto Kirkwood Intermediate and finished at Riccarton High School. I heard you sung a bit while working? When you are at work you have to make yourself happy so I used to sing to some of the customers. I sung to a customer, Hazel, and when she passed away the family asked me to speak at the funeral. So

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wife about getting up too early the other day. It has always been 4.30am I’m up ready to go. I’m starting to get better though. Tell me a bit about your wife. My wife Kay worked in a bank at Church Corner. She used to drive a little Mini. I used to wait for her until when I was sent with the banking from the butchery. We started talking and one thing led to another, we got married and have two girls Lisa and Kirsty and now we have three grandchildren Mikayla, Braydan and Hollie. I have heard you are a fan of gardening? Yes, I enjoy it because mum did. It is good pottering around outside. I entered in the Redwood competition and finished third. I will concentrate on it more for next year, I’m going to have a real go. Over the 50 years in the industry you must have seen a few changes, did technology help? When all this new stuff came in I shied away from it. I’m a butcher who just needs

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The colourful clans of Rangi Ruru Girls’ School descended on Christ’s College for an athletics day last week. Dressed in their finery the students ran fast, jumped high and long competing for points for their clans. The day started with a day girls verse boarders sack race and ended with the staff verse clan leaders and sports council relay. Principal Sandra Hastie ran the final leg for the staff in her first year at the school. “The athletic and swimming sports have been a wonderful opportunity for me to experience first-hand the Rangi spirit which is very evident and real,” she said. “There has been a real sense of carnival atmosphere at these events and it is obvious that the clan spirit is strong

and highly competitive.” The six clans are named after Scottish castles – Balmoral, Braemar, Doune, Dunvegan, Glamis and Stirling. Clans compete for points that accumulate throughout the year and contribute to the Clan Cup that is awarded at the end of the year. The 2015 champions, Braemar, won the title for the first time since 1971 and will be looking to perform well again in 2016. Director of sport at Rangi Ruru Girl’s School Jo Fogarty said the athletics day is a wonderful celebration of noise, colour, clan spirit, outstanding performances, often new school records, and incredible participation. “It’s goosebump stuff,” she DEFENDING CHAMPIONS: Rangi Ruru Girls’ School clan Braemar won the 2015 Clan Cup and were ready to take maximum points on athletics day. said.

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HAPPY BAKERS: Selwyn House School pupils in 5L were in for a treat last week with a visit from their teacher’s friend to teach them how to decorate cupcakes. The girls had a lesson about icing and decorating the delicious concoctions. It was practice ahead of the school fair, as the 5L community will be running a cupcake stand. The girls are waiting patiently for their fondant decorations to dry before taking them home to use. Lots of fun and very tasty.

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The Papanui Tigers will chase its first men’s softball title in 40 years while the women’s side will defend its crown this Saturday. The men stormed to a 9-0 victory over the PCU Devils on Saturday then a 7-3 win over Albion on Sunday allowing them to clinch the top of the table and book a place in the three game finals. Papanui finished the roundrobin competition with 63 points, two more than Albion. Men’s coach Colin Sutherland said as one of the larger clubs in the country they have the depth to take the title home. “We are back to full strength with former Black Sox and Australian player Ryan Merriman coming back in the fold,” he said. The prospect of breaking the

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FINALISTS: The Papanui Tigers men’s softball team will play a best of three series against Albion on Saturday.

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PREMIER WOMEN’S STANDINGS Papanui - 69 points Albion Cardinals - 65 points Halswell Hornets - 32 points Sydenham Kereru - 19 points

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HICKEN WITH UMIN & FENNEL

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edium onion, diced g whole skinned and boned cken thighs, cubed tsp ground turmeric oves garlic, crushed bsp each: finely grated root ger, canola oil, cumin seeds, nel seeds tsp each: mustard seeds, damom seeds 2 tsp curry powder

1 cup chicken stock or water 2 large tomatoes, diced

METHOD Place the onion in a microwave bowl. Cover and cook on high for 50 seconds, until tender. Dust the chicken with the turmeric. Cover and place aside. Combine the garlic and ginger. Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the cumin, fennel, mustard and cardamom seeds. Cook until the mustard seeds begin to pop and they are slightly browned. Add the combined garlic, ginger, cooked onion and curry powder and stir for 1 minute. Add the stock or water and the tomatoes and bring to the boil. Simmer for 20 minutes, until thick. Stir in the chicken and simmer for at least 15 minutes. — Serves 4

CARDAMOM CREAM & GRILLED BALSAMIC PEARS I used Kara coconut cream. This coconut cream topping is great for ripe peaches or

nectarines or for fruit salads. This makes a delicious ending to an Indian meal.

INGREDIENTS Cardamom Cream: 1 cup thick coconut cream 1 tsp ground cardamom 2 tsp brown sugar Grilled Balsamic Pears: 4 ripe pears 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1/4 cup each: good balsamic vinegar, brown sugar

METHOD Combine the coconut cream, cardamom and brown sugar. Bring to the boil. Cool then chill well. Halve, peel and core the pears. Place in a shallow dish. Brush with lemon juice. Combine the balsamic and brown sugar. Heat until bubbling. Stir well. Cool. Spoon over the pears. Marinate for at least 1 hour turning and basting often. Barbecue or grill the pears until they are glazed. Cool. Serve topped with the Cardamom Cream. — Serves 4

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until tender. Dust the chicken with the turmeric. Cover and place aside. Combine the garlic and ginger. Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the cumin, fennel, mustard and cardamom seeds. Cook until the mustard seeds begin to pop and they are slightly browned. Add the combined garlic, ginger, cooked onion and curry powder and stir for 1 minute. Add the stock or water and the tomatoes and bring to the boil. Simmer for 20 minutes, until thick. Stir in the chicken and simmer for at least 15 minutes. water and egg, until smooth. Thaw the spinach in the microwave. Finely chop then squeeze dry. Add to the roti mix together with the shallot. Heat the oil in an 18cm frying pan. Add about ⅓ of the mixture and swirl to coat the pan evenly. Cook until golden on both sides. Repeat twice.

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While walking is great for a healthy heart, there is another way to exercise which anyone can do, sitting comfortably in front of TV.

ou can boost circulation to help blood back to your heart – without strenuous exercise. An Aircycle can help pump the blood. Working the calf muscles with a “treadle” action, just like the old sewing machines, is the key. The Aircycle “treadle” exercise assists the calf pump mechanism. According to Dr Matthew Parsons, “Anyone on diuretics with the problem of fluid retention and anyone sitting with legs down for any length of time may be helped by using this exerciser.” “My swollen ankles have reduced and I can now sleep without pain,” Alex Simmonds said. “And my night cramps have gone!” “Since using the Aircycle, my diabetic ulcer has healed and all the pain gone. My toes have stopped tingling and getting sore ,” Richard Leighton shared. Aircycle exercises also strengthen leg muscles and relieve arthritic pain. Keeping your legs moving is not just good for your heart. It will help you remain mobile and independent. Aircycles are available in pharmacies. For information and orders, visit the website www.aircycle.co.nz or call 04 569 5013.

Emerging research has shown as many as 50 per cent of older adults and as many as 25 per cent of younger adults are deficient in vitamin B12.

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re you struggling with the heat of Summer or wanting to get organised for Winter? With the ever changing weather patterns, heat pumps have the flexibility of being able to heat and cool which is an advantage no other appliance can offer. This represents great value for your investment as you can use it all year round. The team at Enviro Master Ltd can help keep you cool this Summer either at home or work. Enviro Master supplies, installs and services all the leading brands including Panasonic, Fujitsu, Mitsubishi and Daikin. This means our team can show you which system and brand will best suit your needs. We currently have savings up to $600 off the recommended retail price on selected models. Would you like to maximise the number of days you can use your swimming pool? Heating your pool can do this and one of the most cost effective ways is with a water heat pump. Enviro Master Ltd can supply, install and service you swimming pool heat pump providing you with a comfortable, extended swimming season. Servicing your heat pump is extremely important to ensure that it is working

as effectively and efficiently as possible resulting in a healthy, hygienic heat pump, lower power bills and greater comfort. But beware, not all cleaning companies are equal. We are constantly hearing of people being charged huge amounts for servicing and all they are getting is a heat pump clean. We at Enviro Master, are qualified engineers and therefore are able to fully test and diagnose any problems you may or may not be aware of with your heat pump. Also, as we are associated with all major brands, we are able to repair these under warranty if they are still within the warranty period. It is important to remember, when selecting an installer, the manufacturer’s warranty does not cover the installation and consumers could be responsible for any repair or damage caused to the system due to poor installation. Enviro Master’s five-star installation guarantee ensures correct installation, and a demonstration so customers have an understanding on how it will best meet their needs. For a free in home consultation, call Enviro Master on 366 0525 or visit our showroom at 41A Shakespeare Rd, Waltham, Christchurch.

Custom heating with Smooth-Air

mooth-Air is a New Zealand owned heating and ventilation company who are leaders in their field. They use the latest technology and production techniques to produce a range of heating, ducting and ventilation equipment that is high quality and meets NZ and Australian safety standards. Kitchens can be an area of special concern in many homes and businesses, with cooking odours, grease, smoke and steam being particular problems. To help, the team at Smooth-Air has innovative solutions that will bring fresh air into your kitchen. Their selection of range hoods and ventilation systems are efficient to run, drive out moisture, lower humidity and filter out

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odours. Range hoods can be design built to customers’ specifications and powder coated to any standard colour. Smooth-Air’s ventilation systems focus on the safety of customers as they reduce the risk of stale air build up. The range hoods are easy to clean, reducing fat build up and subsequent fire risk. Smooth-Air’s technical specialists will work with customers to make sure that the system they select meets all their needs, taking into account the workload in the kitchen, and their national coverage means customers’ kitchen and ventilation projects can be planned, built and dispatched quickly and efficiently. Find them at 264 Annex Road, call (03) 343 6184 or visit www.smooth-air.co.nz.

Ventilation Equipment Suppliers to trade and retail

Remote extraction fans

HEAT PUMP

● Domestic

Range Hood cupboard insert

● Commercial

SALE NOW ON! Amazin’ Autumn Specials!!

● Industrial

• We will offer you the best quality brands and option of heat pump for your home/business

Smooth-Air has a wide range of ventilation equipment to bring fresh air into your home

• Providing Heat Pump solutions for over 14 years to Cantabrians • We personally guarantee all our products & installs for 5 years (providing annual maintenance has been completed)

Phone us today for your free consultation & quote 41A SHAKESPEARE RD, WALTHAM

PHONE 03 366 0525 www.enviromaster.co.nz

“A local team for local people”

0800 SMOOTH (0800 766 684)

www.smooth-air.co.nz sales@smooth-air.co.nz

264 Annex Road, Riccarton Christchurch 8024, NZ Ph +64 3 343 6184

Mon - Fri 7.30am - 5pm

Tuesday March 8 2016

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Classifieds Caravans, Motorhomes

& Traliers

Car Parts TYRES Secondhand, most sizes, from $30 fitted, 217 Waltham Road, 027 476 2404

Celebrant WEDDINGS, Civil Union Ceremonies, Renewal of Vows, Naming Ceremonies, Funerals and Unveilings - Jenni Gibson Ph/Fax 324-8332, 021 723-089. www. celebrantservices.net.nz

Computers ALL YOUR COMPUTER WORRIES SOLVED! *$30.00 off your first service with this coupon!* No problem too big or small from home PC’s to business networks. PC slow? An end to Viruses, Spyware, and Clogged Systems. Safe secure hassle-free computing. Lost files recovered. Microsoft Certified, MCSE, MCP+l. 30 years experience. Call Andrew Buxton this week on 3266740 or 027 435-7596 for $30.00 off* Custom Computers Christchurch

Curtains

CURTAIN

Gardening & Supplies

Mobility & Disability Aids

A GARDEN OR LANDSCAPING TIDY UP? Shrub, hedge & tree pruning, Lawns, Gardening, consistently reliable general property upkeep, Dip. Hort. 10 yrs experience, One off tidy ups or on-going service. Nick’s Property Maintenance. Keeping your garden beautiful. Free Quote. Ph. 942-4440

MOBILITY

GARDENER - Need your home or commercial garden tidied up or renovated or require long term assistance. Phone Ruth 326-6663 or 021 272-0303 GARDENING By mature female, very particular, honest & reliable $18 per hr, Northcote & surrounding areas, plse ph 03 352-2590 PETE’S GARDENING SERVICE Gardening, rubbish removal, cleanups, expert pruning, hedge trimming, tree cutting, good rates, no job too big or too small, half the price of a franchise, accept WINZ quotes, ph 027 551 4118 SECTION CLEARANCE, MAINTENANCE & tree removal, Hill sections a specialty competitive prices, ph Ewan 03 3265009 or 027 201-5150

Health & Beauty HAIRDRESSER MOBILE mature, qualified, avail for perms, sets & cuts, in the comfort of your own home, ph 03 352-8208

Holiday Accommodation

FABRICS European designs/colours Ends of lines Manufacturers seconds By the metre or made to measure

CURTAIN FABRIC OUTLET 71 Hawdon st Sydenham Ph 366-5026 8.30-4.30 Weekdays

Furniture (Indoors) ************ DINING Suite modern glass top table with 4 black highback chairs, table 1200cmLx70Wx73H, exc cond $350 ono, ph 020 4444 204 or 344 0554

To Let

HIRE

$40 Lease per week Late model scooters Ph Peter anytime 022 019 1200

Star Media has a vacancy for a sports reporter in its award winning newsroom. The successful candidate will need to have a passion for all sports, from school to elite level, have the stamina and speed to keep up with the people you will be reporting on, have a huge competitive streak, be accurate and be able to get back up off the canvas when the going gets tough. The successful applicant will also need to have a current New Zealand driver’s licence, minimum level, restricted class. The position will ideally suit someone wanting to break into sports reporting, or a sports reporter currently working in the industry who wants to take their career a step forward. If you have what it takes to work in the fastest growing media company in Christchurch email your CV to Editor in Chief Barry Clarke, barry@starmedia.kiwi Applications close 5pm Wednesday, March 16

Personals

Ideal as an extra bedroom or office. Three convenient sizes from $70 a week: Standard 3.6m x 2.4m Large 4.2m x 2.4m Xtra-large 4.8m x 2.4m

Visit our display cabins at 95 Beach Road or 470 Cranford Street or call 0211277227 for a free brochure.

• Alterations • Extensions • Decks • Maintenence • Repairs

Free Quote

No job too small Lathan M: 027 552 8426 AH: 03 323 6636 E: jenlath@altra.co.nz

www.ljohnsonconstruction.co.nz

We’re for Christchurch

www.justcabins.co.nz

GENUINE MAN 67 would like to hear from older single trim or athletic ladies in the 50 to 65yr old bracket for laughter, conversation and helping me make my bed. Phone 3583634

Trades & Services

RETIRED GUY, looking for an active spunky lady, of slender build, and some height to while away some time together. I go to lots of shows, theatre and movies and would love a partner to have on my arm. Email me on kiwimanabc@gmail.com

NEED A

MUMS & DADS

PLUMBER?

Would you like your children to exercise more and earn some money?

Call us now for fast friendly service. Get your problems sorted out quick smart - on time!!

Phone for a FREE quote now.

DELIVERY PEOPLE

SINGLE GUY seeks single girl for tickles 0276594425

Phone 03 377 1280 Mobile 021 898 380

WANTED

Pets & Supplies

Appliance Sales & Service

388 4780

Appliance Services 12 Brighton Mall, New Brighton

BLOCKED DRAINS? Please call Leanne Lucas 364-7451 or Mark Coulthard 364 7453 email: deliveries@starmedia.kiwi

Public Notices

FREE CALL 0800 601 508

• VIDEO INSPECTION • WATERBLASTING • LIQUID WASTE

Trades & Services

Swimming Pool Specialist

DRIVEWAYS & PAVING

Swimming Pool Specialist!

FREE QUOTES

Need your pool: • Fully Renovated? • Cracks Repaired? • Plumbing checked or Upgraded? • Filtration? • Painting, Plastering or Tiled?

Ph. 03 329 4806 or 027 827 0505

Ph. R.M. Solutions 021 02866981 for a free quote.

Call me: S J Contracting 027 562 7457 s.j.contracting01@gmail.com

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE Phone for further details

(03) 379 1100

ROOF PAINTING

The Star requires delivery personnel in all areas of Christchurch. The work involves door-to-door delivery of The Star newspaper.

AFFORDABLE Dog Grooming $44 small, $52 med, experienced and qualified groomer/ veterinary nurse, Redwood, ph June 03 3546414 or 027 746-5295

With care and respect we will remove your dwelling. Our policy is to recycle as much as we can. We are a local company specialising in residential properties. We will endeavor to cater for your individual needs.

NO BOND THIS MONTH

Sports Reporter

GENT, nicely aged, but not too old with glint still in eye, get up and go, and a generous and positive outlook on life seeks a tall slim lady in the NW or west area of the city for company outings and happy times trying to relive younger days. Write to Graham at P.O. Box 1919, ChCh. Photo appreciated.

DEMOLITION

Trades & Services

SPACE?

SCOOTER

www.rexellent.com.au

Ph: 03 379 1100 NEED MORE BUILDER

Rexellent Rentals Cars, Vans, Brisbane , Coolangatta QUEENSLAND SUNSHINE COAST AUSTRALIA Resort, Ocean Views, Balconies, Self Contained, 1 or 2 B/R Ensuite, Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna, Free Internet, Shops, Restaurants, Tennis, Surf Club & Patrolled Beach, Public Transport at door. Ask for our SEASONAL SPECIALS. Phone 61 7 544-35011 Email: reception@mandolin.com.au www.mandolin.com.au

CALL NOW

Professional, friendly Service Always

CAP CONSTRUCTION LTD

HOUSE

CLEARING

PH: 03 365 7960 24 hours // 7 days

info@h20jet.co.nz www.h20jet.co.nz

- Re-roofing and new roofing - Quality roofing at the best price around - Licensed building practitioner

Robinson

Roofing Ltd

Let All Clear Canterbury take care of your unwanted items.

Call Hamish for a quote 03 347 90 45

You identify what you want to keep & we will dispose of the rest!!

Appliance Sales & Service

raewynlcooke@gmail.com www.allclearcanterbury.co.nz

Phone Kevin 027 561 4629

UMBING PL

ROOFING

Are you moving house?

Mob: 021 078 4553

Rope & harness a speciality, no scaffolding required, 30 years of breathtaking experience. FREE QUOTES Exterior staining, exterior painting, moss and mould treatment and waterblasting

388 4780

Appliance Services 12 Brighton Mall, New Brighton

For all your urgent repairs and maintenance. Fast and reliable. Servicing Canterbury since 1931.

366 0306 “The maintenance specialists” AAA CArpentry licensed builder practitioner all property maintenance small job expert by tradesman / handyman free quotes city wide call now 03 3870770 or 027 245 5226 ciey@xtra.co.nz

Tuesday March 8 2016

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Classifieds Entertainments

Trades & Services

Swimming Pool Specialist Swimming Pool Specialist! Need your pool: • Fully Renovated? • Cracks Repaired? • Plumbing checked or Upgraded? • Filtration? • Painting, Plastering or Tiled?

Call me: S J Contracting 027 562 7457 s.j.contracting01@gmail.com

ANDREWS TREE CARE Services, tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, shelterbelt clean up, section clearing, rubbish removals, excavation work, ph 027 728 5688 BUILDER For all building work but specialist in bathroom renovations, 30 yrs experience, with service and integrity. Free Quotes. Ph Lachlan 383-1723 or 0274 367-067. BUILDER LICENSED available for all aspects of building. Please call 027 241-7471 or 335-0265 CARPENTER HANDYMAN - Small Job Specialists, Carpentry, Repairs, Decking & Maintenance, 40 years experience, no job too small, Ph Warren 03 3221103 or 027 697-8541 CARRIER LoCAL experienced, friendly, trade-me purchases, single items to truck loads, furniture to whatever, removals & trade deliveries a specialty. Ph GEH 341-5069 CHIMNEY SWEEPER txt 027 669 4681 or ph 359 6970 CLEANING No obligation quotes, good rates, efficient & thorough, all household duties, domestic and commercial specialist, Heavenleigh Cleaning Service, ph Moya 022 133 4931 CLEANER AvAILABLE good rates, efficient & thorough, all household duties, ph Mel 027 502 9289 CoNCRETE CUTTING Affordable Concrete Cutting with Quality, and removal work. Free quote. No job to small. Phone 027 442-2219, Fax 359-6052 a/h 359- 4605

DRIVEWAYS

Replace, repair or new. We are a local company with over 10 yrs exp. We also operate a digger for all other earthworks.

Ph. R.M. Solutions 021 02866981 for a free quote.

ELECTRICIAN Registered, Domestic & Commercial, installation & repairs, prompt service, quality work, R & J Electrical, Ph Jeanny 03 323-9475 or 027 214-2430 ELECTRICIAN REGISTERED for all electrical installations & repairs Ph 03 322 4209 or 021 026 73375

FENCE PAINTING Staining Quality at a reasonable price. Free quotes. Phone Warren today on 980-1676 or 027 2014713 GAS, PLUMBING DRAINAGE & HEATING. 24/7 service. Ph Mike Cairns Gas & Plumbing 021 132 8929 or 03 326 7949 LANDSCAPING Garden tidy ups, tree felling, ready lawn, irrigation, paving, concreting, retaining walls, fencing and much more. Free quote to transform your section. Ph Brothers Landscapes 021 0456 296 or 0800 0BROTHERS

Thursday 3rd March - Wednesday 9th March

THE LADY IN THE VAN (M)

PENNY BLACK (M)

BROOKLYN (M)

MAHANA (M)

ROOM (M)

DAD’S ARMY (PG)

Tuition

HORTICULTURE

TRAINING with our tutors

Ryan Young Hamish Kelland

PAINTING & Decorating interior & exterior, gib fixing, plastering, paperhanging, Est 50 yrs in ChCh, ph Wingfields Ltd, ph Mark 021 171-1586 or 355-5994 PAINTER AvAILABLE All aspects in painting. Very competitive in roofs and fences. Please call 027 241-7471 or 335-0265 PAINTER Top quality work, interior/ exterior, pensioners discount, free quotes, 30 years experience, I stand by Canterbury, ph Wayne your friendly painter 03 385-4348 or 027 274-3541 PLASTERER Gib Stopping, Small job specialty. 30 + years experience. Ring 0800 387-369 PLUMBER For prompt service for all plumbing maintenance, repairs and alterations. Phone Michael 364 7080 or 027 438 3943 PLUMBER ALF THORPE PLUMBING Certifying Plumber for all types of plumbing, maintenance, spouting, alterations etc. Phone 352-7402 or 0274350-231 PLUMBER A Top Plumbing job completed at a fair price, prompt service, all work guaranteed, Ph Brian 9607673 or 021 112-3492

No s! Fee

Experienced tutors Flexible timetables March/April intake 0800 468 796 info@hort.ac.nz

LAWNS AND Odd Jobs, free quotes, ph/txt Rodney 027 530 3030 ovEN CLEANING Professional cleans $50.00. Gift Vouchers avail. Phone 0800 6836253 or 027 228-0025

The newly refurbished LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Woolston Club...

Trades & Services

Tuition

RooFING Qualified & Licenced Practitioner. Re-Roof & Repairs, all types. Member New Zealand Roofing Association. Over 35 years experience. Phone John 027 432-3822 or 351-9147 email johnmill@ihug. co.nz

PILATES Beginner & Intermediate classes, Tuesday & Wednesday nights. Fendalton Croquet Club, Makora Street. Phone Julie 351-2100 PILATES Beginner & Intermediate classes, Tuesday & Wednesday nights. Fendalton Croquet Club, Makora Street. Phone Julie 351-2100

SPoUTING CLEANING Spouting Unblocked, Cleaned Out and Flushed Out. Also Full Handyman Services Available. Call Trevor 384-3435 or 021 043-2034 TILER Phone Paul 022 151 9242, 981-2802 TREE WoRK Hedge trimming, stump grinding, rubbish removed, small job specialty Ph Andrew 03 322-8341 or 027 435-8759 T.v. SERvICE CENTRE Repairs, tvs, microwaves, stereos, DVD. Aerial installations and kitsets, 480 Moorhouse Ave, ph 03 379 1400 UPHoLSTERER Dining Chairs, Lounge suites, Caravan Squabs etc. recovered. Free Quotes. Phone Graeme 383-1448 vHS vIDEo TAPES & all camera tapes converted to DVD, video taping, weddings, twenty firsts, special occasions, www.grahamsvideo.co.nz ph 03 338-1655 WATERBLASTING Quality Job, Quick Service by skilled tradesman, Ph Richard Severin at Jet-X 0800 538 969 Free quotes, visit www.jetx.co.nz

Vehicles Wanted

CASH/CASH For any unwanted vehicles

Ph 347 9354 or 027 476 2404 Wanted To Buy AAA Buying goods quality furniture, beds, stoves, washing machines, Fridge Freezers. Same day service. Selwyn Dealers. Phone 980 5812 or 027 313 8156 A+ Household effects, fridges, freezers, washing machines, ovens. Good cash paid. Ph Paul 022 0891 671 A Records and Hi-Fi gear wanted, excellent prices paid for good records especially kiwi and overseas bands 60’s - 90’s PennyLane 430 Colombo St Sydenham 7 days www.pennylane. co.nz ph 3663278 or 021 2226144 TOOLS Garden, garage, woodworking, mechanical, engineering, sawbenches, lathes, cash buyer, ph 355-2045

6PM FRIDAY

IAN MAC

7PM SATURDAY

ROBBIE DREW

A classic, contemporary club experience

SATURDAY 19th March

Dining, bar, entertainment, sport, and so much more!

BOXING

Cafe open from 11am Happy Hour 4.30pm - 5.30pm

S.I. NOVICE

SESSIONS 12PM & 6PM Adults $15, Kids $5 Seniors/Students $12 Family Pass $30

TAB & Gaming, Function Facilities, HOUSIE Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday SHUTTLE Tuesday - Sunday

Newly renovated Open 7 Days Restaurant open from 5.30pm! With a selection of main meals for $20 Retro Roast Lunch 12pm Wednesdays $10 Members/$12 Non Roast of the Day $16.00 Members $18.00 Non

‘Famous for their roasts!’ RESTAURANT & CAFÉ Open daily from 6.30am - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Treat the Kids! Kids two course special from $

Seniors SPECIAL Two courses

Soup/Roast or Roast/Dessert

We are family friendly. Great Kids menu plus designated play area.

$20 Special available lunch only Monday - Saturday 12pm - 2.30pm Conditions apply.

Racecourse Hotel Motorlodge

118 Racecourse Rd, Sockburn, Christchurch. Ph 03 342 7150 www.racecoursehotel.co.nz (opposite Riccarton Raceway)

Eat Drink Be Irish Thursday 17th March

Saint Patrick's Day

Look here NEXT TUESDAY for where it's happening

9 ONLY

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JOIN A CLUB THE SEABY !

www.newbrightonclub.co.nz

ORNBY WORKINGMEN’S

CLUB

«WHAT'S ON« THIS FRIDAY, 7PM 11th March

WHAT’S ON

JO'S KARAOKE

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

THIS SATURDAY 12th March

Members Lucky Card Draw

AL PARK 8PM: IAN MAC

4.30PM:

TAB POD

:COMING UP:

Saturday 12th March

GAME OF TONES

THIS SUNDAY, 2.30PM

Thursday 17th March ST PADDY'S DAY with

13th March

dj VINYLMAN

- downstairs -

- upstairs -

ClubBISTRO PIERVIEW Restaurant Open Tuesday to Saturday 12pm-2pm and from 5pm.

Midweek SPECIAL

$10 ROAST Available Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday

Quality a la carte with a view! Open FRIDAY, SATURDAY, & SUNDAY from 5.30pm

Bookings Recommended

AWARD WINNING SINGER

SUZANNE PRENTICE

FRIDAY SPECIAL:

TICKETS $25 AT THE CLUB OFFICE

for a limited time

Hornby WMC phone 03 349 9026 17 Carmen Road Hornby

All Grills... $20!

SUNDAY SPECIAL $25 3-Course Feast

SHUTTLE RUNNING Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat

202 Marine Parade | Ph 388-9416 Members, guests and affiliates welcome

www.hornbyworkingmensclub .co.nz Members, guests & affiliates welcome

Lunch & Dinner All you can eat, 7 days Bookings Essential

PH 386 0088

fb.com/GardenHotelRestaurant www.gardenhotel.co.nz

LIVE MUSIC

HAPPY HOUR 5PM - 7PM DAILY

Vintage Blue

PHONE 385 8880

6PM FRIDAY

FIND US ON FACEBOOK fb.com/GBCCHCH

4th March

THE GARDEN HOTEL COMPLEX | 110 MARSHLAND RD www.gardenhotel.co.nz | phone 385 3132

Tuesday March 8 2016

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ncastle Arena MARCH 12– 13 th 201 Christchurch Hor 6

tv & movie stars

Live Wrestling

Live Matches at 4pm Saturday and 3pm sunday

ruth connell

richard dean anderson Stargate SG1, Macgyver

Supernatural (Appearing Saturday only)

plus

Christopher Judge Stargate SG1, The Dark Knight Rises corin nemec Stargate SG1, Supernatural,

Wrestling star

marina sirtis

haku king tonga

Star Trek the Next Generation

Haku will be wrestling alongside IPW wrestlers, Saturday at 4pm! (Fee applies for Autographs and Photos)

zombies

david nykl

area! Dare to enter the zombie alley?!

Stargate Atlantis, Arrow, Supernatural

Arm yourself with the latest in nerf and try to survive! (Fee does apply)

Parker Lewis Can’t Loose

Fee applies for autographs and photos purchased

cartoon guests SIGNING FREE all weekend

All Guests appear work and Health Commitments pending.

cosplay costume events

Presented By

from exhibitors across nz

comics, collectibles, toys, gizmos, gadgets, comic and more

paul eiding

Ben 10, Metal Gear, Transformer and more!

william salyers Regular Show

mike mcfarland

Dragonball Z, One Piece, Full Metal Alchemist

international comic guests

Trinity Treasures Presents the best of Costuming with daily events, Including Cosplay Parade and Contest.

don’t miss international

cosplay stars

monika lee

Comic Guests sign items FREE, Fee applies for sketches.

Presented By

riddles messy

wardrobe

charles soule

Death of Wolverine, Star Wars: Lando Superman/Wonder Woman, All New Inhumans

christian gossett Red Star, Warden, Attica Electra: The Hand and More

anime

DVDs, Collectibles and special screenings.

LASERTAG

Have a go of Lasertag in a fully enclosed arena For only $3.00 a game!

plus nz creator

richard fairgray

entry fees

Blastosaurus, Ghost Ghost and the Pocalypse Saga

door sales only

$15.00 adult $6.00 child (5-12 AND SENIORS) CHILDREN UNDER 5 FREe (Booking fees may apply)

tickets on sale at

www.iticket.co.nz

and at the door th

Saturday March 12 and Sunday March 13th 9am to 5pm both days.

#chchgeddon

Check out schedules, information and more on our website as well as our Facebook and Twitter for regular updates.

14km JOIN THE MOVEMENT! 6km

20 March th

Enter online at city2surf.co.nz A Star Media Event

Choose your route

SUNDAY MARCH 20

1 DECIDE TO

Visit z city2surf.co.n ur and secure yo ith entry along w your bus ticket.

JOIN THE MOVEMENT!

6km 10am start: Hansen Park, Opawa

Ferrymead Playing Fields

Centennial Park, Pioneer Stadium

On the Day • Plan ahead! Pre purchase your City2Surf entry and bus ticket. Early bird bus ticket price Child $3 Adult $6 • Know your start time. The 14km starts at 9am in Centennial park, Pioneer Stadium. The Sport Canterbury 6km starts 10am in Hansens park, Opawa. • Park or get dropped off at McCormacks Bay and catch the bus to your start line. • Warm up with our Snap fitness team at each start line.

Transport Before the Event

• Buses will be running from McCormacks Bay to both start locations. The first 14km bus will leave at 7am, and the last at 8.15am. The First Sport Canterbury 6km bus will depart at 8.30am, and the last at 9.15am. The Sport Canterbury 6km bus drop off point is 800m from Hansens Park.

After the Event

• A free shuttle will operate from Ferrymead playing fields (finish area) back to McCormacks Bay.

• At the finish line! Grab your free Pump or Powerade and certificate of achievement.

• Buses will operate back to the start lines between 10am – 2pm.

• Grab a bite to eat at one of our food vendors.

• Need to buy a bus ticket on the day? We will be selling tickets at The finish area , and at McCormacks Bay before you get on the bus.

• Enjoy free children’s entertainment and our live band. • Prizegiving starts at midday. • Catch the free shuttle back to McCormacks Bay, where buses will take you back to your start point.

Look the part

Please show the driver your pre-purchased ticket (printed, smartphone or on the day ticket) as you board the bus. Drivers will not accept cash. See www.city2surf.co.nz for info

Available in 3 different colours T-Shirt $35 Singlet $30 Children’s T-shirt $30 Available online now or at The Athlete’s Foot Riccarton and Northlands.

Westfield & Northlands

FOLLOW THE SPORTSMED TRAINING PROGRAMME IN TH E STAR OR ON OUR WEBSITE.

14 & 6km Finish:

14km 9am start:

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‘LIKE’ OUR CITY2SURF FACEBOOK PAGE, FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES, TIPS AND CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES.

DID YOU SELECT COLLECT? COLLECT YOUR ENTRY FROM SMITHS CITY COLOMBO ST 17TH MARCH 9AM - 7PM, 18TH & 19TH 9AM - 5.30PM.

GET YOUR CITY2SURF SOUVENIR FROM THE ATHLETES FOOTT-SHIRTS & SINGLETS AVAILABLE STARTING FROM $30.

FUEL UP, GET A GOOD SLEEP THE NIGHT BEFORE!

BE AWESOME! WE WILL SEE YOU AT THE FINISH LINE TO CELEBRATE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT!

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SUNDAY MARCH 20

1 DECIDE TO

Visit z city2surf.co.n ur and secure yo ith entry along w your bus ticket.

JOIN THE MOVEMENT!

6km 10am start: Hansen Park, Opawa

Ferrymead Playing Fields

Centennial Park, Pioneer Stadium

Transport Before the Event

After the Event

• A free shuttle will operate from Ferrymead playing fields (finish area) back to McCormacks Bay.

• At the finish line! Grab your free Pump or Powerade and certificate of achievement.

• Buses will operate back to the start lines between 10am – 2pm.

• Grab a bite to eat at one of our food vendors.

• Need to buy a bus ticket on the day? We will be selling tickets at The finish area , and at McCormacks Bay before you get on the bus.

• Enjoy free children’s entertainment and our live band. • Prizegiving starts at midday. • Catch the free shuttle back to McCormacks Bay, where buses will take you back to your start point.

Look the part

Please show the driver your pre-purchased ticket (printed, smartphone or on the day ticket) as you board the bus. Drivers will not accept cash. See www.city2surf.co.nz for info

Available in 3 different colours T-Shirt $35 Singlet $30 Children’s T-shirt $30 Available online now or at The Athlete’s Foot Riccarton and Northlands.

Westfield & Northlands

FOLLOW THE SPORTSMED TRAINING PROGRAMME IN TH E STAR OR ON OUR WEBSITE.

14 & 6km Finish:

14km 9am start:

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14km 9am start: Centennial Park, Pioneer Stadium 6km 10am start: Hansen Park, Opawa Proudly supported by:

Charity Partner Avon City Ford