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People power may force road review P Marian College offers a well-rounded education, strong on spiritual matters, cultural activities and the performing arts, service and sports as well as having rigorous academic learning.

rincipal Anna Heffernan says the school promotes four strong role models – Jesus, his mother Mary, St Mary MacKillop and venerable where– the street the BY GRACE CABELL Catherineabout McAuley whose livesjoins exhibit Northern Arterial Extension. the qualities we encourage our students to St Albans’ residents concerned Following calls from residents, the influence them. about the Northern Arterial Exten- Shirley-Papanui Community Board “We achieve at, or above, national sion may have pushed the city counhas asked the city council establish standardsa in NCEA levels 1, 2 and 3 and cil into reviewing part of the project. new project to address issues on a St, variety of Innes scholarships The city council road worksalways plan have Cranford south of Rd. ourbiggest students. It is for also worth would look at providing a newawarded road toThe concern residents noting our special needs students are between Queen Elizabeth II Dr and that was for the potential bottleneckon at learning in which they where make Cranford St, changing it toindividual four the Innesplans Rd intersection, wonderfultraffic progress. ” for Bealey Ave and the lanes and providing a new roundbound Marian has programmes in place to make new pupils feel comfortable at the college. Year 12 student leaders help new girls transition into high school through a structured peer BLINDS with our re-oiling service. Restore your oiled CEDAR support programme that operates during the Rejuvenate your lacquered CEDAR first term. BLINDS High-tech Cleaning “Our vertical house groups across Years 9 to We clean and repair all types of blinds – 13 provide girls with an immediate feeling of Venetians, Cedar, Verticals, Roller, Hollands, belonging by acquainting them with astudents d Romans and Pleated – with environmentally le ne Ms linds c says. friendly cleaning products.throughout the school,” e r BHeffernan 17

central city would be required to re- Cranford St would have a huge imduce from four lanes to two lanes. pact on traffic. The new project would look at “I think the biggest thing is once different ways of approaching this the northern arterial is operating it issue. will send the whole of Christchurch iddleton School one need academically, All–you for sp More than 37 submissions were down Cranford St. There are Grange goof Special Character Middleton them to fully use made to the city council opposing ing to be 50,000 vehicles a day, back to school Grange the project. and when the four lanes reachSchool, two like others, has support them so Marian Collegeboard is fortunate in being hearttofor and a – desire not only equipp p25-p34 Community chairman further down there is agoing bepupils a able remain small withdownthe friendly Mike toDavidson said the problem.to see its community engaged in learning. work to ensure atmosphere comes from teachers and stream effectwhich of the four-laning of •Turn However, to page 7 our difference is what we see as the – looking to the students knowing each other well. “Every ‘purpose of education’, namely, ‘for the glory schools would a girl at Marian is nurtured and her skills and of God’. and service for p talents developed.” FORWARD HEAD POSTURE At (FHP) Middleton Grange, we talk about it is done not While the school culture is based on character, excellence and service for the glory and God’s glory traditional values and expectations, there of God. With that in mind, we work with opportunities fo is a 21st century approach to teaching and pupils to ‘grow in character’, encouraging trips, peer supp learning. “E-learning is a teaching strategy them to be young men and women of integrity haka and Y1 an used across most lessons. Marian College and compassion with a hope for the future. name a few. • Open 5 days is definitely a great place for a Catholic We expect from our pupils a ‘commitment Richard Vander • Emergency secondary education.” to excellence’ in everypatients aspectwelcome of education – Principal

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“It’s just a freak,” says Ida Hessell, describing the enormous 80-head lily growing in her garden. See Three years ago Mrs Hessell Inside: planted regal lily bulbs in the garden of her Hornby flat. But the outcome was far more than she ever expected. Mrs Hessell said she was shocked to find one of her lily heads growing more than four times the size of the others. “I’m not really the world’s best See gardener – I don’t do anything Inside: to it, it just stays in the ground. Lots of people look over the fence and stare. “It’s just a freak actually. I’m

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to 40 flowers per head was more common and it was unusual for one to grow to this size. She said the size of the head was determined by the bulb. “This one sounds pretty impressive. Most people tend to split them and grow pieces off them and that will determine how many you get off one stem,” she said. She said the only other time she had heard of one so large was when someone brought in a photo with 150 flowers on one head. The regal lily is known for growing to a height of about 1.25m.

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$70,000 to build the playground at the Merivale Reserve in Rugby St. She had decided to raise the money herself after she was told in September last year there was no city council funding to install the playground. But city council unit manager assets and networks Chris Gregory said money was able to be provided after a provision of funds became available in the Long Term Plan.

The city council says it will match up to $25,000 to fund a new playground in Merivale. The city council has told fundraising group Merivale Reserve Playground it would match the amount if they can provide the funds by the end of February. The group is fronted by Merivale mother Charlotte Gray, who hopes to raise more than

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“Merivale has been identified as an area deficient in play and recreation activities. Elmwood Park and Mona Vale are the major parks in the area and both are across minor arterial roads. “The closest play facilities are located at the Botanic Gardens, Elmwood Park and Abberley Park, all of which are more than 1.5km away. Elmwood School has play facilities and is located nearby, but has

restricted hours of access.” So far the group has received $5000 worth of donations from the Canterbury Community Trust. “We’re making a major push for funds now,” said Ms Gray. It’s a really cool thing the city council has done. “We need to do everything we can to get it,” she said. Ms Gray was told the money had come from the city council’s urban renewal fund.

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Road safety in spotlight BY GRACE CABELL

Roads concerning residents in St Albans are one step closer to changes. Residents say there is a lack of visibility at the Westminster St roundabout, making it dangerous for pupils at the nearby St Albans School. At a Shirley-Papanui Community Board meeting late last year a decision was made to look at changes next month. Principal Ginnie Warren said it was an issue which should have been prioritised a long time ago. She was also concerned about

the Cranford/Westminster St controlled intersection access for school pupils. She said road safety wardens were used at the intersection, but it was not enough. “We are committed to being safe but we can’t afford to put another person in the area,” she said. In a report to the community board city council traffic engineer Bill Homewood outlined possible changes for this intersection. One change would be to extend the crossing time, allowing pedestrians 12 seconds to cross the intersection. Mr Homewood said he believed

HAVE YOUR SAY Do you think the roads around St Albans School are safe enough? Email your response in 200 words or less to grace.cabell@ christchurchstar.co.nz. this would give pedestrians the protection needed. City councillor Ali Jones was also worried about a reduction in visibility caused by a temporary structure supporting the porch of the dairy on the eastern corner of the intersection. The temporary structure had

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been in place since the earthquake. Shirley-Papanui Community Board deputy chairman Aaron Keown said it shouldn’t be an issue if road users are watching the traffic lights. “You’re not meant to go through an intersection unless you can see where you are going any way, and it doesn’t block visibility of the lights.” However, he said the fact it could fall down in an aftershock was more worrying. He said the community board would be pushing the owner of the building to provide a timeline for fixing the porch.

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A fire which stared at an early learning centre on Windermere Rd, Papanui, is being treated as suspicious. The St Albans brigade which attended the fire found a wool sack of grass clippings alight. The fire had been referred to the police last week.

Bridge repairs

Repair of the earthquake-damaged Fendalton Bridge are running until mid March. The Stronger Christchurch Infrastructure Rebuild Team will be repairing the footpath on both sides of the bridge, the hand rail and cracks underneath the bridge.

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A vegetation fire last Tuesday caused a disruption in traffic on the Northern Motorway. Grass on the median strip between The Peg Tavern and Waimakariri Bridge caught fire, causing smoke to blow onto the northbound motorway. Fire communications shift manager Andrew Norris said more than 24 calls were made about the incident. Both the St Albans and Brooklands fire crews were called out. The Woodend fire crew was later also called out to assist with a second tanker.

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Rugby league Bill’s lifelong Bill Whitehead has lived and breathed rugby league for decades. Even at 83 he still is active, as secretary manager of the South Island Kiwis Association. He spoke with reporter Kyle Knowles Bill, you were recognised by the Mad Butcher (Sir Peter Leitch) for your services to league recently? Yeah, he gave me a cup in recognition for 60 years service to the game of rugby league. I was giving out trophies myself including a jersey to current Kiwi Lewis Brown and Butch pushed me aside and he gave me a cup. Was that a big honour? Oh s*** yeah I was in full flight and going well up there and then Butch just pushed me aside and said he had something for me, it was very special. You have a Queen’s Service Medal? Yes I got the QSM in 1987. My father got a knighthood but only had it nine days (Stanley Whitehead, former MP for Nelson, he died of a heart attack) so they must have felt sorry for me. Was that a proud moment? Absolutely and it came as a bit of a surprise but I wasn’t that shocked by it. Another league got one that year too, John Lloyd, legend of

the Hornby Rugby League Club and that was a surprise to get it together. At the function I went and asked the Governor General Sir Paul Reeves where the ordinary beer drinkers get a beer from at a swanky do like that and he said wait behind after and I’ll sort you out. So I got my picture taken with him while having a beer too. After all those years and awards you had to start out playing league somewhere, was that here? No I didn’t play as a kid, I was on the West Coast and I didn’t play rugby league until I moved to Christchurch in 1951. Did you grow up over there? Yeah, I grew up on the West Coast at Inangahua Junction and moved to Christchurch when I was 20. Did you play rugby union over

STALWART: Bill Whitehead at his Harewood home. He was recently presented with a cup recognising his 60 years of service to rugby league. PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN there instead? Yes I played union on the Coast, in Reefton and I played league when I could at the school but Reefton was a union town. I played union for Nelson against Marlborough. Then you moved here and started playing league, who for? Marist. My last game was in 1965. It was my one and only game of seniors and it just happened to be my last game too. Management was where you made your name though?

Yeah, administration is where I made my mark; I was a manager of a large number of teams all over the South Island. I was manager for 300 teams over the years. I spent most of my career being a local manager for the West Coast teams. I was manager for them for 25 years and 25 Kiwis passed through when I was there. Who were some of the Kiwis? There were plenty including George Menzies and Reg Hart. Did you manage any Kiwis sides? I managed two Kiwis teams.

Only when they were here playing social games in 1971 and the 1980 team that played here in a testimonial match. What was your most successful side? My most successful team was the South Island juniors against the South Sydney juniors in 1968. South Sydney had won the Presidents Cup in Sydney, and their reward was a trip to New Zealand to play our juniors who were led by Billy Noonan who was a Kiwi at the time, and we beat them.

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dedication to the sport Did you enjoy doing that? Yeah it was good. After that I was the manager of the Lion Red Cup games for the South Island side. Then I was the assistant manager of the South Island side that beat Australia and Auckland. Tommy Raudonikis was the captain of the Australian side too, that was a special memory. Did you do any coaching? No mostly managing. I coached the Canterbury eight-year-olds that went to Auckland and came back undefeated in 1965. They were only supposed to play in Kaiapoi but we went to Auckland instead. I got a raffle going and got sponsorship from Air New Zealand and away we went. We were playing the same weekend that a massive rainstorm hit Auckland and everything was cancelled , even the Avondale races, so the back page of the Auckland paper was full of our league tournament. You have achieved so much, are you proud of that? Oh yeah absolutely, the Mad Butcher told me I’m the most decorated man in rugby league and I wouldn’t disagree with him. There wouldn’t be any one in league with nine life memberships. Were you ever involved in any other sports management? I was the media manager for the weightlifting at the 1974 Commonwealth Games here in Christchurch. It was one of the highlights of my sporting careers.

WINNING WAYS: Bill Whitehead with the Rugby League Cup which Canterbury beat Auckland for in 2009. PHOTO: MARTIN HUNTER Queen’s Service Medal was invited Wow, why was that so special? to Hagley Park to meet them. My My father was the Speaker of wife got quite a shock meeting her the House in Parliament at the but she was actually disappointed time and he was looking after the the Queen came over our side beQueen and Prince Philip so I got cause she wanted to see the Duke. access to the games and I got to He went down the other side of drive the government car. I was people lined up so I yelled out to out there at QE II when Dick Tayler won the 10,000m race and I sat him and he turned around and I snapped a photo of my wife with just behind the Queen. him in the background. Did you get to meet the Queen You had an unusual job during and Prince Philip? the golden oldies cricket tournaNot then but I met them many ment held here in 1992? years later. Everyone with a

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Yeah I was put in charge of all the bars for that. I named them all after famous cricketers and DB Breweries made up signs for them all. We had the Hadlee Hotel, Smithy’s Bar and the Cairns Canteen. It was a big occasion we had a marquee in the Hagley Park that could fit 1800 people and cricket was played all over the city. What was the motivation for it over the years? I like meeting people. One of my first jobs was as a bus tour driver which is where I learnt to meet new people I did some of the first tour drives in the South Island. I did the first tour in to Haast in 1962. Are you still involved in league? I’m secretary manager of the South Island Kiwis Association which is not bad for an 83-yearold. Do you still get out and watch local league? Not as much as I’d like to. It’s a hard job getting up and down these days. I went to a game at AMI Stadium a while back to see Canterbury win the Centenary Shield v Wellington. Do you follow the NRL? I never miss the NRL but the NRL have too much control in Australia. We have an international rugby league federation but the NRL decides too much. Like the test match this year should be in Christchurch not over at Suncorp

(in Brisbane). Do you like how the game is played today? I like the game, it’s sped up and is much faster than it used to be. It’s twice as fast union and it’s much better to watch, you can see the ball all the time unlike union. Everybody in the team get to touch the ball which is good for the kids game too. Did you play any other sport? Cricket, I played cricket for Marist and was actually in a team that won a championship. It was 1966-67 and we won the third grade competition. That side actually had an All Black and a Kiwi in it, Jake Burns and Bobby Irvine. Do you support the Warriors? Oh yeah, I was up in Auckland in 2013 for three months and the Mad Butcher got me to all the Warriors games. Do you have any children? Yes I had one daughter before I got married and then three daughters and one son. My first daughter was adopted out and then years later I met her for the first time and she had gone on to be the secretary of Nelson Rugby League so the rugby league genes must run through the veins. So after such a full life where is your favourite place to go on holiday to? The Coast I suppose, I love the Coast but I haven’t been for a while it’s a bit far for me. A walk to the front gate is far enough.

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Dream come true for budding bowler For most young cricketers, being part of an international cricket match is something they can only dream of. But for one Kaiapoi cricketer that dream became reality on Boxing Day when he stood side-by-side with cricketing giants Brendon McCullum and Angelo Mathews at the Boxing Day Black Caps v Sri Lanka ANZ test match. Eleven-year-old William Foster (right) won the opportunity to accompany the two captains for the coin toss in a competition run by ANZ Bank. The former St Patrick’s School pupil is a keen bowler. He’s soon to start his second season at Kaiapoi Cricket Club, where he was awarded most improved player last year. “I was a little bit nervous at first but then I got to stand with

the captains and pass the coin to Brendon and it was really cool. I’ve picked up a few good tips from watching the game too,” he said.

Young cricket fan meets his heroes A Roydvale School cricket fan got the chance to stand side-by-side with his hero Brendon McCullum for the coin toss at the first Black Caps v Sri Lanka one-day international. Toby Browne won the opportunity to accompany Brendon McCullum and Sri Lankan captain Angelo Mathews for the coin toss in a competition run by ANZ Bank at Hagley Oval on Sunday, January 11. The Roydvale pupil took up the sport when he was four-years-old and has been following McCullum’s success since he met him at Christchurch Airport a few years ago. “My favourite part of the game was watching Brendon hit lots of sixes and fours. Every time he hit one I’d hold up a sign. Even when he got out it was all right because Nathan (McCullum) could still bat,” said Toby. ANZ head of corporate marketing and sponsorship Sue McGregor said Toby was one of 14 children being selected to take part in the moment that decides which team bats and which bowls first during the ANZ International Series this summer. “It’s going to be the most thrilling season for cricket New Zea-

land has experienced in years. “The ANZ International Series will see the country hosting three of the world’s finest cricket teams ahead of the most prestigious cricket tournament, jointly hosted by New Zealand and Australia in February.

LUCKY BOY: Seven-yearold Toby Browne meets his hero cricketer Brendon McCullum and Sri Lankan captain Angelo Mathews. “To stand alongside some of the world’s greatest cricketers at such an important moment of the match is a dream come true for young fans. It’s great to be able to give young players the opportunity to get close to their heroes,” she said.

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New life for Riverside The Riverside Apartments are now complete after nine months of reconstruction works. The former earthquake-damaged building on Carlton Mill Rd has been given a new lease on life after reconstruction by international architects The Buchan Group. The work includes code-specified structural strengthening, a new external facade, and upgrades to the apartment’s boutique rooms. The Riverside Apartments complex features five privately-owned apartments covering a total of 1400 sq m. The Buchan Group was appointed in March 2013 to provide design and architectural expertise to the project. The group’s Christchurch-based practice manager Raylene McEwan said the revitalised apartments have been rebuilt to earthquakeresistant standards after ground improvement and remediation was carried out on the site. “Our project team’s initial brief was to assist in the repair and rebuild of the multi-storey Riverside building, which included removal of the existing external facade and major structural repair works and levelling, followed by the recladding of the entire building,” she said. “After building consent was obtained, the building was stripped back almost to its bare concrete frame and re-levelled by compaction and jet grouting

under the foundations. “A new cladding of composite aluminium and solid plaster not only modernised the facade design but provides a low maintenance and high-quality finish. Insulation was also upgraded to meet current standards. “The final stages of the refurbishment included refitting the building’s interior walls and rooms, including the luxurious penthouse bathroom designs,” said Ms McEwan. She said the team was proud to deliver a building that provided high-quality accommodation for those looking for contemporary apartment living in Merivale. “This redesign now showcases strong external design features resulting in a visually impressive and simplistic building which we feel embraces the new, forward-thinking vision for Christchurch city,” she said. “This project shows it is physically possible and economically viable to repair earthquake-damaged buildings, to bring them up to current building code requirements and return them to function rather than having to demolish and construct new in every case. “There is an appetite for apartments in close proximity to public transport and recreational areas, and the overall finished product has been well received by the local market with strong interest from potential tenants and buyers.”

NEW LIFE: The reconstructed Riverside Apartments complex features five privately-owned apartments.

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HELPING OUT: A scout group planting on banks of Otukaikino River on the Trees for Canterbury planting day. of money at it – we’re a community group. We didn’t realise how much of an effect it was having on the improvements.” He said much of the labour was carried out by periodic detention workers and prisoners. They cleared the willow, blackberry, gorse and broom, then planted and mulched the riverbanks. Mr Adcock said without their input they could not have made the progress they have. He also said it wouldn’t have been possible with-

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New clubhouse for historic golf course Work on the new $4 million clubhouse at Christchurch Golf Club is well under way with the steel framework now being erected following the successful pouring of the foundations and terraces. Designed to reflect the character of the original clubhouse, which served the club for 87 years, the new building will integrate well with the existing pro shop with spectacular views out over the 18th green and the rest of the course. Founded in 1873, the Christchurch Golf Club is the second oldest in New Zealand and the fifth oldest golf club in the world outside of the United Kingdom. Sir Bob Charles is the patron. Club president Bryan Andrews said the new facility will feature a range of facilities for members and be the most modern clubhouse building in New Zealand. The original building was removed after earthquake damage, and its replacement, designed by Mason and Wales Architects, is elegant, modern and stylish and expected to be completed in October 2015. “The design features two gable forms that are reminiscent of the old clubhouse. They open the building out to the course, and will fill the interior spaces with light,” Mr Andrews said. The facilities include a sprig bar adjacent to the main entry, golf NEW LOCATION ADVERT.pdf hub including men’s and women’s 1 changing facilities and pro shop

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Keeping up with books during break Redwood Primary School pupils are keeping up with their reading this summer. This summer the school has organised holiday reading packs for the junior pupils (years 1-3). Two holiday sessions where children and their families can visit the school and swap the books in their packs for new books were also being provided. The sessions would involve prizes, a morning tea and other reading activities for the children. The programme was a joint involvement through the Redwood Library. Pupils were able to collect a stamp each time they visited and could earn a prize after gaining five stamps. The programme was organised by the school’s reading recovery/new entrant teacher Christine Prattley.

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BOOK WORMS: Pupils Olivia and Victoria Painter are excited about Redwood Primary School’s summer reading programme.

HOLIDAY FUN: Families gather at the school holiday Redwood Primary School book swap.

GOOD READ: Redwood Primary School pupil Nikau Nepia getting stuck in to his book.

FOCUSED: Redwood Primary School pupil McIndoe Frankish has a few more books to finish these summer holidays.

In Christchurch firefighters go to four or five car fires every week. Ninety per cent of these are deliberately lit, as an act of vandalism or, more often, the destruction of a stolen car. There are areas where these acts are more common. They’re normally at least a bit out of the way and more often than not occur in the hours of darkness. So it was a little different for the Addington crew to be called to Clarence St, in Riccarton, right outside Westfield Riccarton just after 4pm last Saturday to find a car on fire end to end. Turns out the owner had been working on the fuel system before going to the mall and the motor had coughed just as he left the car park. Just as well he was leaving, smoke and then flame erupted out of the engine bay and he only just had time to get the family out before the fire spread to the cab. The car wasn’t saveable but the fire crew put the fire out.

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Ingredients 1 Tbsp Thai green curry paste 1 can Coconut cream, (400ml) 1 Lime, zested and juiced 2 Kaffir lime leaves 5cm Lemongrass, smashed 1 Tbsp Fish sauce 6 Whole flounders 1 drizzle Vegetable oil, or use rice bran oil 2 stalks Mint, (Vietnamese), leaves chopped 2 stalks Basil, leaves chopped Directions Make the sauce by frying the curry

Baked chicken with tomatoes, aubergine and olives

Serves 4 This Italian inspired dish makes a fabulous week day meal as you can whip it up in no time at all. Ingredients 1 Aubergine, sliced 1cm thick ¼ cup Oil 8 Boneless chicken thighs, skinless 4 cloves Garlic 1 tsp Brown sugar 1 Lemon, freshly zested and juiced ½ cup Black olives 4 Tomatoes, large and ripe, cut into quarters 2 sprigs Fresh thyme, chopped Directions Preheat oven to 180 deg C. Place aubergine slices into an ovenproof baking dish. Drizzle over 2 Tbsp oil and place in hot oven for 10 minutes to soften. Heat remaining oil in a frying pan and brown chicken on both sides. Place on top of aubergine. Add garlic, sugar, lemon zest and juice, olives and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add thyme. Return to oven for 40 minutes until tomatoes soften and chicken juices run clear. Remove and serve hot with orzo or rice and a green side salad.

Bun cha (barbecued pork meatballs with rice noodles)

paste for a minute in oil in a pot. Add coconut cream, lime juice and zest, lime leaves and lemongrass. Simmer for 5 minutes. Heat the barbecue. Wash the fish and pat dry. Sprinkle generously with oil, salt and pepper on one side. Place oily side down on the hot grill and cook for about four minutes, depending on the thickness. The worst thing you can do to flounder is overcook it. Sprinkle the top side generously with oil, salt and pepper and flip over. Cook for 4 minutes. Reheat the sauce and stir in the fresh herbs. Serve the flounder whole with the sauce on the side.

Grilled peach salad with prosciutto and mint Serves 2 The success of this dish relies on the peaches being ripe and sweet, to offset the saltiness of the prosciutto. Use golden queens or yellow-fleshed fruit. Ingredients 2 Peaches, or nectarines 1 bunch Wild rocket 1 handful Mint leaves 8 slices Prosciutto

Serves 4 Bun Cha originates from Hanoi, a city in north Vietnam, and consists of barbecue grilled pork mince, rice noodles, lots of fresh lettuce and herbs and a dipping sauce.

Barbecue pork meatballs 1½ tsp Salt 600g Pork mince 1 tsp Brown sugar 1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper 2 Garlic cloves, minced 2 Shallots, minced

Dressing 3 Tbsp Olive oil 1 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar 1 to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper Directions Preheat the grill. Slice the fruit in half and remove the stone. Place the halves cut-side up on a baking sheet under the grill and cook until the tops are wellcoloured and bubbling slightly. Remove from the grill and set to one side. Tear the rocket and

mint leaves and drop them into a mixing bowl. Cut the fruit into thick wedges and add them to the bowl. Shred the prosciutto and add to the peaches and rocket. In a small bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar with the olive oil and season with a touch of salt and plenty of black pepper. Pour the dressing onto the peaches and gently toss together, trying not to crush the cooked fruit. Eat immediately, while the peaches are still warm.

Strawberries on toast Serves 4

Ingredients 1 punnet Strawberries 4 Toast bread slices, day old (country style is good) 1 serving Icing sugar, to dust 1 pot Creme fraiche Directions Toast slices of day old bread, one side only. The bread needs to be reasonably rustic, eg, a country style loaf. Slice strawberries and pile these on to the untoasted side of the bread. Sift a good amount of icing sugar over the fruit and place

under the grill until starting to melt and colour. If it is Christmas I added a vanilla pod to help

the flavour. A dollop of creme fraiche or mascarpone finishes the plate.

Nuoc cham sauce 2 Tbsp Sweet chilli sauce, use 3 tbsp if needed ¼ cup Lemon, juice, or use lime juice 1½ Tbsp Fish sauce, or use 2 tbsp if needed 2 Tbsp Water 1 Garlic clove, very finely chopped 1 tsp Red chilli, finely chopped, use 2 tsp if needed To serve 300g Vermicelli, cooked, or from 100g uncooked 1 head Butter lettuce, or use coral lettuce 2 handfuls Mung bean sprouts 4 handfuls Fresh mixed herbs, use Asian herbs such as Vietnamese mint, Thai basil, mint and coriander Directions Mix all meatball ingredients together well. Roll into small balls about 2-3cm in diameter and flatten slightly. Cook meatballs on a preheated barbecue grill or in a large grill pan on the stovetop. Cook for 4-5 minutes each side or until cooked through. Mix all sauce ingredients together and set aside. To serve, divide cold noodles, meatballs, lettuce leaves, mung bean sprouts and herbs between plates and serve with a small bowl of sauce on the side. Pour sauce over noodles just before eating.

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Silverstream, Kaiapoi The villa show home at the Silverstream Estate subdivision, prompted “magnificent” feedback from visitors when it opened to the public in mid-December, spokesperson Julie Battersby says.

bring them in so we can ensure that neighbouring houses are not the same,” Ms Battersby says, adding that people purchasing at Silverstream Estate may have the option of 100 per cent finance.

“The comments on the design, layout and finishing were all very positive,” she says.

“We work with a mortgage broker and trading bank, who arrange mortgage finance for people wanting to come and live at Silverstream and they may be eligible for 100 per cent financing if they meet the terms and conditions.”

The show home is located in the first block of the completed streamside terraced villas in the estate. Two other blocks are under construction and work will start on another three blocks in the near future. The designs in each block will be slightly different. While the term “villa” has usually referred to traditional family homes in New Zealand, these Silverstream terraced villas are an exciting, modern take on this style of building, offering contemporary living in homes built side by side, each on a small parcel of land. Each Silvertream villa is on a freehold title meaning each owner owns their home and section. This lock-up and leave concept is becoming increasingly sought after by people who are downsizing from their home and quarter-acre section as they near retirement, as well as by people returning from overseas, Ms Battersby says. The homes in the completed block are two-storey with three or four bedrooms, or three bedrooms plus study, ensuite bathroom, family bathroom and downstairs powder room. The other villas currently under construction are a variety of single storey and two storey, with two or three bedrooms. House and land packages are available priced from the low $400,000s upwards, or alternatively, people can purchase a section and use their own builder. Ranging in size upwards from 300 square metres, the sections are priced from $143,000 to $175,000. Although there are some building covenants, which apply to set-back from the boundary and the road, people will have the freedom to choose their own design and cladding. “We don’t want a whole lot of similar-looking homes side by side, so we are asking people to draw up their plans and

The semi-rural environment of Silverstream Estate offers a number of appealing features for potential purchasers. These include the Silverstream River that flows through the estate into the Kaiapoi River, offering recreational opportunities such as kayaking and fishing from the jetty. And unlike some new subdivisions where landscaping and planting can take time to become established, Silverstream Estate already has mature trees along the river bank and another copse of trees at the northern end of the subdivision. Four large Transpower pylons currently sited on the estate will be removed by the end of February, while water retention areas have been developed to manage the excess flows of rainwater across the subdivision. The retail centre currently under construction within the subdivision will include shops, a family restaurant, a café, offices, a medical centre and pharmacy. Due for completion by August this year, it will provide a convenient community facility and meeting place for residents. Silverstream Estate is a similar distance from Christchurch as Kaiapoi, and is just a seven-minute drive from the Northwood Supacentre. “Residents already living at Silverstream love being there, and say there is a real community feel about it,” Ms Battersby says. Enquiries are welcome, phone (03) 323 6991, and visitors are invited to call and inspect the furnished Villa show home and visit the variety of show homes in the Show Home Village. Silverstream can be reached by taking the second turn-off from the Northern Motorway, the Ohoka Road turn-off.

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Top juniors battle for national titles BY KYLE KNOWLES

The country’s best under-16 tennis players have descended on Christchurch this week with two tournaments being held. Wilding Park is playing host to the national under-16 championship with the final on Tuesday. The national under-16 teams’ event then gets under way on Wednesday bringing together each region’s best players to find the best team in the country. Tennis Canterbury operations manager Rob Wilkinson said the Canterbury side will be a bit of an “underdog” but they will be a competitive team to beat. It will be a tough ask as they have had to select players who are still eligible for the lower grades due to lack of numbers at under-16 level. Coach Alistair Hunt said this would not be an issue and the team was still capable of winning the competition. “I think they’ll go pretty well. The team has been working well with good individual results and we have high expectations.” Hunt said the two other big regions of Central (Wellington, Manawatu and Taranaki) and Auckland would the toughest op-

FOCUSED: Michal Matson in action during a premier Christchurch match. She is part of the Canterbury under-16 team playing in the nationals later this week. position but they are beatable. The young side would gain valuable experience playing in a tough competition and Hunt said it would be a positive for them. “It’s always a bit of development as well. It makes winning it a little bit tougher but the positive out of that is exposing the young guys to tough competition.” New Zealand’s six tennis regions are all competing at the tournament which runs through until Saturday. Wilding Park has also had five new outdoor tennis courts com-

pleted in time for the tournaments. The full team for the under-16 team event is Michal Matson, Holly Matson, Vera Goesmann, Maddison Aubrey (Waimairi), Lily O’Fagan (Marlborough), Dylan Heap and Edward Batt (Burnside) and Nic Jenkins (Edgeware). • The national under-12 and 14 tournaments were held last week with Canterbury picking up a medal. The under-14 team won silver losing out to Auckland and the under-12s finished just outside the medals in fourth.

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ot getting 40 winks is making us unhappy, with the majority of New Zealanders saying they feel sad or depressed as a result of missing out on sleep. A new survey, commissioned by local sleep support company Tru2U, found women are affected the most, with 65 per cent saying they struggle to feel happy after a disappointing snooze, compared to just over half (54 per cent) of men. The research found most Kiwis are not getting enough shut-eye to operate at their peak physical or mental capacity, with 58 per cent believing they don’t get enough sleep or feel well rested.

It also revealed more than half of us (56 per cent) struggle to get to sleep at night or have a family member who is left counting sheep every evening - but the dangers of not getting enough sleep are much more than just feeling down the next day. Generation Y is more likely to struggle with sleep than any other age group, with 73 per cent of those aged 18 to 24 years old saying they don’t feel well rested and more than two-thirds (78 per cent) are feeling sad or depressed because they haven’t had enough kip. Along with low moods, scientists have also linked a lack of quality sleep with numerous health issues, including a higher likelihood

of obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Recent research has even suggested a link between less sleep and conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. According to the survey, nearly threequarters of Kiwis (72 per cent) get between five and seven hours of sleep every night, with just 24 per cent saying they get eight hours or more despite experts’ recommendation of eight hours for most adults in order to feel rested and refreshed in the morning. “Many scientific studies have shown that lack of quality sleep can cause mood swings and particularly make people feel irritable, vulnerable to stress and more susceptible to negative thinking,” says Tru2u’s Simon Musgrave (MAppSc). “This research shows that for New Zealanders this is definitely true and even more so for Kiwi women who are

According to the survey, nearly three-quarters of Kiwis (72 per cent) get between ﬁve and seven hours of sleep every night, with just 24 per cent saying they get eight hours or more despite experts’ recommendation of eight hours for most adults in order to feel rested and refreshed in the morning.

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FLYING HIGH: The Hi Flyers entertainment group performing at a concert last year.

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The Hi Flyers has sung its last song after more than 15 years of entertaining. The commitment was becoming too large for some of its members, with up to four bookings a week and travel and practise. They had their final performance late last year. Hi Flyers member Marion Soundy had been in the group for about five years, but some had been in it for more than 15. She said all of the members were over 70 years of age and it had become a big commitment. “I think we’ll all notice a big change in our lives.” After being briefly known as the Kingston Flyers, the group was renamed in 2000. The group performed for people at retirement homes, probus groups, church fellowship groups, the Blind Foundation, Age Concern and Lions Clubs, from Sum-

ner to Lincoln, Oxford, Rangiora and even Ashburton. It was made up of nine men and nine women with three pianists. Musical director Margaret Bell organised the bookings and music for the group. At each show it performed four brackets of three old songs, with soloist performances between each bracket. Pianists Barry Brinson, Jeanette Hickford and Henry Deare also provided their own solos at halftime. The programme changed three times a year and had country themes including Scottish, Irish, French, or an era like wartime songs or Music Hall. Group members wore different costumes sewed by Dove Elley which will be sold at a garage sale at the end of the month. The garage sale will be held on January 31 and February 1 at 25 Silvester St, Woolston. For inquiries phone 381 8067.

Relocating schools could cost $80m BY KYLE KNOWLES

The relocation of Avonside Girls’ and Shirley Boys’ high schools has a budget of $80 million. The shared site for the schools has been narrowed down to either Burwood Park or QE II. The cost of the land, which the Ministry of Education has indicated it would pay a maximum of $8 million, is part of the budget. Avonside GHS board of trustees chairman Tim Bergin said this could leave less money to build the school if one site costs more than the other. Mr Bergin said the Ministry of Education only has so much money and the better site is probably going to cost more to buy leaving less for the school. He said, however, that both schools’ boards were confident a high quality school could be built at both sites. “Either site is going to be good for both schools they are going to be good news for

east Christchurch.” One site is not preferred over the other at this stage and Mr Bergin would not be drawn on what site he would like selected but said Burwood Park and QE II each had pros and cons. He said QE II was a bigger site but there were more geotechnical issues with building there and Burwood Park was a small space but it was much closer to Avonside’s current site. If Mr Bergin had it his way he would have liked to stay at the current site at Avonside Drive but that was not possible. “We would dearly love to stay on our own site but the amount of good land there is not available and the ministry would like them (both schools) to be co-located so the ministry can get the best bang for their buck and you have to accept that”. The final decision on which site is chosen rests with Education Minister, Hekia Parata, and is expected to be made early this year.

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The Enchanted Garden At The Enchanted is so unique Garden, we are proud

he Enchanted Garden is unique in the sense that we are a very small centre compared to the big franchise preschools of today. Our separate nursery is licenced for 10 under twos with three teachers, and our preschool is licenced for 23 over twos with three teachers. This means that each child is given individualised attention and care by teachers that know them well. We are also unique because our teaching team consists of fully trained early childhood teachers. Current research states that “Only trained teachers working with small groups of children can provide the highest standard of education and care”. At The Enchanted Garden, we are proud to tick both of these boxes. Read our fantastic 2013 ERO report online and see

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what the Education Review Office had to say about us. If you want outstanding, high quality education and care for your child in a warm and nurturing home-like setting, then The Enchanted Garden is the place for you.

he standard practice at the Playcentre is educational, fun and engaging, which makes for a stimulating learning environment. The Playcentre is a hub of interaction; a place where children can explore their world in a safe and secure space. The Playcentre boasts one of the lowest child/adult ratios in the Early Childhood Education sector because parents, caregivers and coordinators are on hand to assist, challenge or extend when needed.

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ASPA (Creative After School Programmed Activities) offers children the opportunity to be creative, make new friends and try new experiences all within a safe, nurturing environment. CASPA offers working parents an affordable after school and school holiday programme that their kids just love. CASPA is now pleased to advise they have a new CASPA After School Programme at Harewood School on Harewood Road. CASPA attributes its success to the variety of activities on offer as well as the convenience and affordability for parents. CASPA kids enjoy an exciting range of activities, including sports, music, games, drama, arts and craft as

Alpha Early Childhood - A family feel

he Alpha Early Childhood Educational Centre on the corner of Randall Street and North Parade is a smaller stand-alone licenced childhood centre that is independent from the larger franchised models, and has been privately owned since 1997. The centre caters for zero to five years in sessions or all day. It has separate nursery and preschool areas with a dedicated sleep room. In comparison to what is available elsewhere, the fees are very reasonably priced and there are still some vacancies on

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well as fun trips. Previous themes and activities have included a Karaoke Dance Party, CASPA Fear Factor, Healthy Art, Out of Africa and hundreds of other amazing themes/activities! CASPA parents enjoy peace of mind, knowing their kids are safe and enjoying the benefits of a quality after school programme. Some parents and caregivers also enjoy government subsidies for CASPA. CASPA is Child Youth and Family approved for the OSCAR Subsidy and in some circumstances, the full CASPA fee will be covered by the subsidy. For more information or to enrol, call Caroline, Rachel or Tania on 349 9260. Check out www.caspa.org.nz.

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LET’S LEARN TO DANCE The most popular form of dance at the moment is Latin and American/street Latin. There are others who would like rock ‘n’ roll, and those who want to dance one dance to all music being modern jive, and then there are those who prefer the ballroom dances, such as waltz and quickstep.

ow you can learn all styles at the Colleen Murray Dance Centre, so call today to learn to dance the easy way for fitness, fun and weight control. There is a six-week course commencing Tuesday, February 3, from 8pm till 9pm – all styles are available. Dancing is for everybody so why not

get your children involved. It’s a great alternative sport to the heavy contact sports which a lot of children do not like. Private lessons and group classes are available from our team of instructors. For more information and times of classes, phone 383 0317 or 021 140 2783. Visit www.colleenmurray.com.

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f you like to dance, want a social life with a friendly bunch of people, then Line Dancing could be just what you are looking for. Line Dancing combines physical, mental and social activity and is a whole lot of fun too. Dancing has a triple benefit for the brain, it increases blood flow, reduces stress and it keeps that vital grey matter in shape. If you like to laugh, we do quite a lot of that, and laughter is known to be good for the soul. For those of you who have two left feet, we cater for you as well. You can have all these benefits plus

Dancing has a triple benefit for the brain, it increases blood flow, reduces stress and it keeps that vital grey matter in shape. meeting new friends by joining “Cathedral City Line Dancers”. Look out for our advertisement in this feature. Phone, 389 8809.

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AIKIDO FOR HEALTH & FITNESS Health and ﬁtness are some of the many reasons people want to learn Aikido. The Japanese martial art is suitable for all ages.

urrently, people aged five to 68 are training in Aikido Shinryukan Canterbury. The group has around 230 current members. “We are very much a family-oriented group,” says senior instructor Andrew Williamson, “parents and children, brothers and sisters all train together.” As students practise, they improve their fitness, strengthen their body and are able to train more intensively. Through its dojos in Burnside and Linwood, Aikido Shinryukan Canterbury offers training indoors near you. The 23 classes available weekly ensures that you can find a flexible training schedule that will suit you. For those interested, ASC is holding an Open Day on Friday, January 23, at 6pm at its Burnside dojo. The best time to start is now! For more info, phone Andrew on 383 4843 or visit them online www.christchurchaikido.co.nz.

For those interested, ASC is holding and Open Day on Friday, January 23, at 6pm at its Burnside dojo. The best time to start is now!

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very week, at least 3000 people in the greater Christchurch area in over 20 bridge clubs play bridge. The Christchurch Bridge Club, with approx 900 members, is the largest, from teenagers through to 90-plus years of age playing. The Christchurch Bridge Club offers lessons provided by professional teachers who are well skilled in the game and utilise the latest technologies for improved learning that can be practiced and reviewed at home on the internet. After 10 weeks, you will be ready to set out upon the highway to bridge success and will have developed a skill and passion to last a lifetime. Many opportunities will be open to you representing your club, province or country in a variety of grades. Or, just enjoy a social game with the warmth and friendship of likeminded people of all ages. Watch out, though – bridge is very addictive! Once lessons are completed, you can play at the Christchurch Club in the evenings and/ or during the day, in your own home with friends or on the internet with people from around the world. The next beginner’s course commences on Wednesday, January 28, at 7.30pm for 10 weeks, and is free at the Christchurch Bridge Club, 21 Nova Place. A bridge refresher course starts Wednesday, February 4, at 7.30pm for four weeks and costs $25. For further details or to enrol, phone 366 1516 or email oﬃce@chchbridge.co.nz. Visit www.chchbridge.co.nz.

The next beginner’s course commences on Wednesday, January 28, at 7.30pm for 10 weeks, and is free at the Christchurch Bridge Club, 21 Nova Place.

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Establishing good healthy

habits at a young age

estled in the handy location of Wigram, Olympia’s complex has four Olympic-sized trampolines, a sprung and rhythmic floor, five beams, five sets of bars, rings, pommel, parallel bars, double mini trampoline, vault and so much more. It’s a safe and solid building with a mezzanine viewing platform for parents, and everyone is catered for. The 2012/13 New Zealand Health Survey found that one in nine children (aged 2 to 14 years) were obese (11 per cent) and a further one in five children were overweight (22 per cent). These figures are not happy ones, and it makes us consider a number of factors, such as diet, and the impact of technology. How often now do we see children communicating with friends and not making the physical effort of going and seeing them, or not joining in activities with an exercise component? Exercise is key to good health, and Kathryn Searle of Olympia Gymnastic Sports explains that establishing good habits at a young age is critical to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Bookings being taken in Mens & Womens Gymnastics, Trampolining, & Rhythmic. We offer classes for all from 18 months old to adults in daytime and after school programmes.

Cnr Springs Road & Corsair Drive Wigram, Christchurch Telephone 03 344 6060 Email: manager@olympia.org.nz Web: www.olympia.org.nz

“We are looking at forming good, healthy exercise habits in children as young as 18 months old and at Olympia, we have programmes for all ages and stages.” Qualified coaches deliver an array of foundation skills-based programmes, general artistic, trampoline and rhythmic classes. Olympia provides for the entire Christchurch and surrounding community. As well as the essential value of being “fun”, the benefits include general fitness, increased agility and flexibility, and development of listening and thinking skills. It is well documented that children who develop fundamental movement patterns are more likely to have a positive connection to exercise, learning and confidence. Gymnastics is a Sport New Zealand targeted sport and has invested strongly in foundation skill development (rotation, static, manipulation, landings, locomotion, swing and spring) programmes. Help your children establish all-important lifelong balance to their existence – check out www.olympia.org.nz, or call in to Olympia on the corner of Springs Road and Corsair Drive, Wigram.

Exercise is key to good health, and Kathryn Searle of Olympia Gymnastic Sports explains that establishing good habits at a young age is critical to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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CLUB TRIALS: Senior & 2nd Grade T.B.C 3rd grade, U19, U17, U15, U14, U13, U12, U11

Sunday 1st & 8th March 2015 TO BE HELD AT HAGLEY COURTS Social players and ready made teams will also be catered for. All Junior Netballers (Year 3 to Year 6) welcome – No Trial needed • Financial assistance is available to any parent/ player to coach/umpire for a season/s • Courses are also available at no cost to the participant • A one off subscription each year covers costs including: uniform, coaching costs, affiliation fee, club administration, prizegiving

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Cashmere Netball appreciate Elevate Bar & Restaurant for their ongoing partnership and community involvement

CONTACT Club President - Lynne Kemp T: 332 6951 / M: 021 686 543 cashmerenetball@hotmail.com

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THE PATHWAY TO SUCCESS Aranui High School continues to offer a broad pathway for young people, staying true to its core value of education for the whole young person and their needs.

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development moving closer, these are exciting times for Aranui High School. It’s not too late to enrol for one of these exciting programmes now. Please contact the school on 03 488 7083 or email academies@aranui-high.school.nz.

Kia Ora, Talofa, Welcome Our opening procedures for 2015 are as follows:

Tuesday 29 January: Course Administration Day

Wednesday 28 January: Course Administration Day

Year 12 and 13 students who have not conﬁrmed their course, or

Year & 13 whoentry haverequirements not confirmed who12have notstudents met subject willtheir needcourses, to reportor who have not met subject requirements need to report to to Room P7 to ﬁnalise anentry appropriate coursewill of study. Room P6 to finalise an appropriate course of study.

Office opens

9.30am –L 10.00am Surnames SurnamesAbeginning I–P 11.00am Surnames beginning Q –Z 11.00am Surnames M – Z

Uniform shop opens

9.00am

Surnames beginning A – H

Studentswho who have have met who wishwish to have Students metrequirements, requirements,butbut who to ahave subject change considered, must report at 2pm to Room P7. a subject change considered, must report at 2.00pm to Room P6.

Start times for each year level Students arefor to report the level: gymnasium at the following times: Start times each to year Wednesday 30 January 9.30am – 11.30am Year 13 Students are to report to the gymnasium at the following 1pm – 2.45pm Year 12 times: Thursday 31 January

Friday 30 January

Friday 1 February Monday 4 February

Monday 2 February

9.30am – 11.30am

Year 11

Monday, 19 January 2015, 8.30am-4pm daily Wednesday, 21 January 2015, 10am-2pm daily Wednesday, 28 January 2015 1.30pm-3.30pm Re-enrolments for any Year 12 & 13 students who have course selection concerns or timetable issues.

Friday, 30 January 2015 8.45am

9.30am-11.30am 13 10 1.00pm – 2.45pmYear Year

Year 9 Assembly followed by orientation programme for rest of the day. Report to the Hall.

1.00pm-2.45pm 9am – 2.45pm Year 12 Year 9

Monday, 2 February 2015

8.30am All girls to form rooms 9.00 am Powhiri (Year 13 in uniform) Normal school ﬁnish at 2.45 1.00pm-2.45pm Year 10

8.45am

Year 9 students report to their whanau tutor group

9.00am

Year 10-13 students. Report to Hall in correct uniform. All students on site until 3.10pm.

9.30am-11.30am Year 11

Tuesday 3 February 9.00am-2.45pm 9 389 7199 Enrolment enquiries at all levels, phone the School Year Ofﬁce, Wednesday 4 February 8.30am All girls to Form Rooms 9.00am Powhiri (Year 13 in uniform) Normal school finish time at 2.45pm

Enrolment enquiries at all levels, please phone the School Office, 389 7199. Office hours 8.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday

Tuesday, 3 February 2015 8.45am

All students to report to their whanau tutor group

9.00am

Powhiri to welcome all new staff and students. All parents welcome.

Period 2-5

Normal classes for all levels.

Friday, 6 February 2015 Waitangi Day

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Top quality

The best possible way to

excite and challenge Christian education Casebrook Intermediate students will tell you they love the teachers, the sports and cultural opportunities, and the ease with which they can make friends.

idanfield Christian School continues to grow strongly and has become well established in the Halswell community. Principal Mark Richardson says that the roll cap of 275 should be reached during 2015, and the school is investigating its next steps as strong interest in the school continues to demonstrate the support of the church community in the school-wide zone. There has also been an increase in parents who are non-church attending in the last year or two and suggests there is a strong desire among parents for the values system that really good Christian schooling can consistently apply to life at school. Aidanfield Christian School is owned by The Christian Schools’ Trust which

has a long history of providing top quality Christian education. The trust has invested heavily into Aidanfield Christian School and as a result, all of the learning space bar one are modern and attractive learning environments. Two new classrooms will be opened early in 2015 and this adds to the 12 modern classrooms that make up the school currently. The school will also open a hall in 2015 and has already embarked on planning for further classroom developments in 2016 as the school roll grows. “Our community is demonstrating confidence in the learning that happens at Aidanfield Christians School,” says principal Mark Richardson. Visit the school’s website www.aidanfield.school.nz.

appy students are students who learn! At Casebrook, we consistently review our programmes to find the best possible way to excite and challenge. We move with the times. Our classrooms reflect new ways of learning with all students having good access to modern technology, learning through researching, thinking and acting on new understandings. All students are catered for. We are adept at finding the best ways to teach students, providing support and extension where needed. Casebrook’s “REP” programme allows the school to positively build an environment where students’ wellbeing is central to each day. Houses to encourage belonging and badges to

Banks Avenue School

Avondale Primary School 132 Breezes Road. Avondale Established 1963

UR VISION is to serve and rk together with families in south west of Christchurch, ing children an excellent paration for senior college rs, and life beyond the ool gate.

Growing in Wisdom & Stature

Students benefit from our specialist teaching with emphasis on pastoral care and our special focus on personal character development and learning.

2015 OPENING DETAILS Application closing dates for

2014 enrolments are: All pupils start 9:00am Monday 2nd February. Year 7–10: June 14

August 30 All primary Year 0Years – 61–6: classes to report directly to Key intakes at new entrant, year 7All and year 9. Limitedschool places their classrooms. middle Year 7 – 10 available at other levels. please refer to your start of year details.

r more information, contact us on: (03) 338 8153 or vickie.james@aidanfield.school.nz All pupils should in full school uniform, www.aidanfield.school.nz or go to our websitecome

and have their full set of stationery with them. School finishes for all pupils at 3:00pm. School office reopens from Tuesday 27 January, 9:30am – 12:30pm.

Growing in wisdom and stature, stand and be confident. For more information, contact us on: (03) 338 8153 or office@aidanfield.school.nz or go to our website www.aidanfield.school.nz

Welcome back to our Year 8 students. Hopefully you have all had a good holiday and are excited about your learning for this year. 2015 school year commences: Year 8 students - Friday 30th January at 8.50am Year 7 students - Monday 2nd February at 8.50am On Monday 2nd February – Year 7 & new Year 8 students are to assemble in the school hall as we are holding a Mihi Whakatau at 9am to welcome new students to Breens. Parents & Whanau are welcome to join us for this welcome to our school community. School office will re-open on Monday 26th January, 2015

Kia mau ki nga akoranga, kia tau ai apopo

40 years of educating children in the greater Avondale area.

Open for enrolments for 2015 and beyond. The school office will be open from Tuesday, the 27th of January, 10am - 2pm. The 2015 school year will commence at 9am on Monday the 2nd of February.

Email: avondaleschool@paradise.net.nz Call the school office to discuss what Avondale School can offer your child. Ph: 388-8371, Fax 388-7025

CASEBROOK

Welcome to new Breens students for the 2015 school year. Our staff are looking forward to meeting you and we anticipate yet another ‘Brilliant’ year at Breens Intermediate School.

Learning today to succeed tomorrow

Years 1-6 We can provide your child with a quality education in a caring and supportive environment so that they are able to participate fully in all that they aspire to achieve.

Intermediate School Our Administration Staff Will be available from Wednesday 28th January, 2015 from 10.00am - 2.00pm. School commences Year 7: Wednesday 4th February Students to assemble in the Hall at 9.00am. School finishes at 2.00pm. Year 7/8: Thursday 5th February Full school. All students to go their classrooms at 8.40am. School finishes at 2.50pm. Sharon Keen, Principal www.casebrook.school.nz Email: office@casebrook.school.nz Phone: 359 7428

celebrate success in respect, excellence and perseverance help build each child into a Casebrook REP, proudly contributing to our community. Beyond the classroom we look for opportunities to engage our students in cultural, artistic, musical, sports and leisure programmes, with expert teachers coaching students. We strive to involve as many students as possible in competitive sport and performance groups. Each year, Casebrook has a spectacular stage performance involving all students in the school. This is a real highlight. Our students leave Casebrook filled to the brim with learning, wonderful friends and a newfound confidence only found in a supportive, learning-rich environment. Come and visit us and experience the buzz.

Bamford School School will open on Monday 2 February, 2015

Office will open for enrolments from Monday 26 January, 2015. “Great staff, great kids, friendly, caring and FUN environment!”

Banks Avenue School welcome enrolments for 2015 and beyond. We are a continuing school looking forward to providing high quality teaching and learning programmes for many years to come. • The school office will be open and staff available from Monday 26 January 2015 (8.30am – 3.30pm daily). Call in or phone 03 385 4163. • School opens for instruction at 8.55am on Wednesday 28 January 2015. • Stationery packs may be purchased from school between 12.30 – 3.30pm on Monday 26 January and from 9.00am – 12.00noon on Tuesday 27 January 2015. Principal: Toni Burnside For further information contact our school office: 91 Banks Avenue, Shirley • Phone: 385 4163 Email: office@banksave.school.nz Website: www.banksave.school.nz

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Kirkwood Intermediate

Altiora peto - “I seek higher things”

- school of choice everything we have and all of our plans for the future are designed for children aged 10 to 13 years old – our Year 7 and 8 students are often called the ‘emerging adolescent’. These wonderful children are going through a real growth spurt – intellectually, emotionally and physically. The staff at Kirkwood choose to work with these children and recognise the very special attributes and challenges of this

he Christchurch Boys’ High School motto is proudly shown by these New Zealand soldiers in the North African desert during World War II. As a school one of our strategic priorities is “strengthening community” and as part of this, in 2015, we will be acknowledging the sacrifice of many of our old boys who have fought overseas. The school invites any community members to share photos, stories or other memorabilia with us as we prepare for the 100th commemoration of the Gallipoli landings and as we continue to build on the strengths and identity forged by our past pupils. As a leading, modern school, we remain conscious of the strengths that we draw from relationships and community interaction.

irkwood Intermediate is a wellresourced school, with eight specialist technology rooms, a dedicated art room, our computer network is up-to-date and highly specified and our classrooms are safe and vibrant places for children to work and learn. We also have excellent spacious grounds, a modern challenge course and hard court areas for netball, basketball and other games. We are an inclusive school with mixed ability classes, programmes to extend and enrich all of our children, and we have lots of opportunities in sport, cultural and academic areas. Because we are a state, co-educational intermediate school, everything we do,

Christchurch Boys’ High School Kia Ora, Talofa, Welcome Our opening procedures for 2015 are as follows: Office Opens:

Monday 19 January 2015, 8:30am-4:00pm daily ✎ email: enquiries@cbhs.school.nz ☎ 03 348 5003

Enrolment enquiries:

✎ email: larterjtl@staff.cbhs.school.nz

Uniform Shop:

www.cbhs.school.nz (click on the School Tab and select Uniform Shop)

Stationery:

www.myschool.co.nz

Monday 26 January 9:00am-12:00pm

Years 11, 12 & 13

School open for senior students who have course selection concerns or timetable issues

International Students

Meet on the front steps of the main building

Tuesday 27 January 9:00am-12:00pm

Years 11, 12 & 13

School open for senior students who have course selection concerns or timetable issues

Year 13

Peer Support Training – Monitors & Peer Support Leaders

Wednesday 28 January 9:15am-3:00pm

Year 9

Assemble at the Te Kura St Gates for Mihi whakatau at 9.30am, (parents welcome)

9:15am-11:00am

New Students

Assemble at the Te Kura St Gates for Mihi whakatau at 9.30am, (parents welcome)

Thursday 29 January 9:30am-3:00pm

Year 9

Report to Form Rooms

9:30am-12:30pm

Year 10

Report to Big Gym

9:30am-12:30pm

Year 11

Report to Big Room

9:30am-3:00pm

Year 9

Report to Small Gym with togs & towel

9:30am-12:30pm

Year 12

Report to Big Gym

Friday 30 January

9:30am–12:30pm Year 13

Report to Big Room

Monday 2 February 8:45am-3:10pm

Years 9-13

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Form Time followed by full timetable (bring all items of stationery)

age group. High standards of behaviour are maintained and our children are well-known for being respectful, polite and pleasant. Our children choose to come here, seeing something about our school that appeals to them, and I believe our reputation is second to none. Phil Tappenden Principal

2015 is a huge year for

Gilberthorpe School

e have several new faces joining our staff in what promises to be an exciting year. Modern learning practice is alive and kicking here with a collaborative approach being taken by all staff members, allowing students to make accelerated progress. We

Hornby Primary School 2015 School Year

commences Monday 2 February The school will be open for enrolments: Wed 28 Jan – Fri 30 Jan, 10am – 1pm If you wish to discuss an enrolment or make an appointment to view the school please phone 349 7238

Chisnallwood Intermediate School Chisnallwood Intermediate School welcomes students to the 2015 School year. Year 7 Students commence Monday, February 2nd at 11am. Year 8 Students commence Tuesday, February 3rd at 8.40am. For further information contact: The Principal Breezes Road, Christchurch Phone: 3884-199 Fax: 3884-803 E.mail: sue@chisnallwood.school.nz Web Site: www.chisnallwood.school.nz “A School proud of its academic, cultural and sporting success”

are proud to offer education programmes for three to five-year-olds, who can then join the fantastic Mutukaroa programme, which is having a wonderful impact on achievement. We welcome you to come and visit and discuss your child’s education with us. Ka kite ano.

‘A hidden gem in the east We value ‘Respect and Responsibility’. Welcome to our great school in 2015! We provide an exciting, quality education in a caring community that feeds bodies, hearts and minds. Our School Office opens from Wednesday 28 January for enrolments. School commences on Monday 02 February 221 Woodham Road, Christchurch 8062 Phone (03) 389 8112, Fax (03) 389 8222 email: office@linwoodnorth.school.nz

Sandra Smith, JP. PRINCIPAL

GILBERTHORPE PRIMARY SCHOOL Refresh, Learn, Grow

Years 1-6

High quality teaching and learning programmes. High levels of technology utilised - 1-1 devices in New Entrants and Year 4-6 classes Several amazing initiatives available - Mutukaroa, A positive start, “HIPPY” programme (Home Interaction Programme for Parents and Youngsters). Increasing roll A redevelopment in 2015 to create modern learning environments. OSCAR after school care programme. Fantastic new swimming pool Incredibly supportive community. Warm, caring, family atmosphere Term 1, 2015 starts on Monday 2nd February For more information, contact the Principal Andrew Wilkinson - 349 7363 163 Gilberthorpes Road, Hei Hei

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Student-centred curriculum

brings positive results has big plans for you in 2015 If you’re returning to Hagley in 2015, that’s great news and we wish you well for your studies. Our Enrolment Centre is open from January 19 from 9am to 3pm

Our key starting dates are:

Tuesday, January 27 and Wednesday, January 28 - Enrolment Days 10am to 3pm, both days. Thursday, January 29 – Year 9 Orientation, 10am to 2pm. Friday, January 20 – Year 10 Orientation, 10am to noon; Year 11 Orientation, 9am to 2.45pm. Monday, February 2 - Year 12 and 13 Powhiri and Orientation 10.30am. Tuesday, February 3 – all classes start, including After 3.

f you’re new to Hagley and you have already enrolled, we look forward to meeting you. If you’re looking for a new direction in the new year, Hagley is the place for you. Talk with us now about joining our Senior College, full-time or part-time specialist courses, or After 3 programmes. Over 1000 new students enrol into Hagley each year.

hen the parents of today’s children went to high school, they studied separate subjects with different teachers as they went from room to room. Typically, students were also drafted into upper, middle or lower bands based on entrance tests. While most Year 9 students survive this often artificial environment – separate subjects and streamed classes – not everyone thrives. At Hornby High School, these issues have been addressed in ways that make learning more student-friendly and supportive. When the new Junior College opened at the start of 2014, Year 7 and 8 students were presented with a curriculum which was contextualised and connected, which is to say the learning is made relevant to the students and the teachers planned collaboratively in such a way that learning in one subject could be applied to learning in other subjects. “We wanted learning to make sense and for students to see the connections in what they were learning,” says principal Richard Edmundson. “Classes are not streamed, instead each student is individually known and their particular learning needs are met. Extensive use is made of technology, enabling students to work at a pace which is right for them.” In 2015, every student in Years 7, 8 and 9 will have access to a Chromebook for their work in all subjects. The connected and contextualised curriculum is being extended into Year 9 in 2015. One big difference is that students and

These Year 8 boys at Hornby High School who have chosen their classes are now ready for Year 9 in 2015. From left to right are Izac Wolfe, Sohil Kumar, Cory Shadbolt and Kian Arataura-Collins.

families will be able to choose the appropriate level of English, mathematics and science. “Giving students and their family the power to choose the class that’s right for them is a very empowering thing to do”, says Richard Edmundson. “We are confident students will be more engaged when they have been given choices rather than labels.” There are more positive changes at Hornby High School. Because of the roll growth occurring, new classrooms are being built to cope with expansion in the Junior College and an extra class is being added at Year 9. This is extra to the entire rebuilding of the whole school from 2015 to 2018. New Year 7 and 9 students will have an orientation day on Thursday, January 29, and the whole Junior College will begin normal lessons on Friday, January 30.

Te Huruhuru Ao o Horomaka

back to school 2015 Monday 19 January School Office Opens New Enrolments Welcome Thursday & Friday 22-23 January Course Interviews for Yr 12 & 13 students by appointment. Peer Support Training as organised Monday 26 January First Official Day Wednesday 28 January Student Assemblies – wear full uniform please 9am – Assembly for Yr 12 & 13 10am – Assembly for Yr 10 11am – Assembly for Yr 11

Thursday 29 January Yr 7 & 9 Orientation Day 9.00am -2.40pm Mihi Whakatau 9.00am All Welcome. Friday 30 January 8.30am Form time all Yrs 7-10 Normal timetable day for Yrs 7-10 Monday 2 February 8.30am Yrs 7-13 form rooms for normal day Full timetable for whole school Friday 6 February Holiday – Waitangi Day. February 9-13 Yr 9 Camps at Orton Bradley Park

180 Waterloo Road, Hornby - Ph 03 349 5395

www.hornby.school.nz

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Excellence from Hillmorton High School

ear 2014 was a busy year at Hillmorton High School. Becoming a composite Years 7 through 13 school has been like ‘flying the plane while we build it’. The changes have taken much thought, effort, time and indeed energy. We are thrilled with the development of the Year 7 and 8 curriculum and, although the year has not been without teething problems, it has been successful. A Metro magazine article in July 2014 stated that one of the best measures of a school is its character. What do our students say about our character? A range of students were asked how they felt about the school. Here are some of their responses: • I love this school, I know I will grow to be the best I can be – personal best! • The teachers are awesome – they are passionate and they care. • We are a small school, it’s like a big family; everyone knows everyone! It’s so friendly. • Being quite small, we all get so many opportunities to do so much in the classroom, on the sports field, in the performing arts and importantly, we all get to develop our leadership. • Hillmorton’s a great school – Horomaka! Tiger pride! • Our teachers know how to teach, they let us learn through doing, not just listening; they’re great. • We are encouraged to be ourselves, each of us is unique and this school recognises that.

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Our school year starts with ‘meet the teacher’ for all students. Book a 15 minute meeting online, on either Thursday 29 January or Friday 30 January. Details are in the Orientation Pack mailed to you mid January.

I love it here. What these responses show is that from Year 7 through to Year 13, our school values underpin all that we do, ensuring that we never become simply a “chicken farm”. We believe that if students remain with us through into at least Year 12 and preferably Year 13, they will be well set up to continue on, having set the foundation for a positive future. Our Colours speaker Dr Karleen Edwards, an ex Hillmorton student holding a medical degree and also an MBA, is now the chief executive of the Christchurch City Council. She spoke of the foundation she gained at this school. This year we have begun to set that foundation even earlier, with students in Years 7 and 8 joining us. Many will be with us for seven years. While the structure is new, our teachers built their programmes of learning on understanding clearly what the students already know, and showing them at the start what success looks like. What makes the biggest difference is the expertise of the teachers – teachers who work collaboratively to understand their impact on student learning. We know that teachers’ feedback to students, heaps of it, improves learning outcomes. Equally, student feedback to teachers is essential in improving teaching. In many parts of the school, we can hear the hum of excellence and the challenge is to ensure this hum of excellence becomes the norm throughout the school. In 2015, we remain committed to “creating better futures”.

WHY CHOOSE

LINWOOD? W

e are very ambitious for all the young people who attend our school. We want what you want: an educational setting where your child has the opportunity, encouragement and direction to thrive and successfully fulfill their true potential so they are globally competitive. STEM Education We offer students a range of unique and exciting opportunities across the curriculum. • Collaborative educational opportunities with tertiary organisations, businesses and community groups • Learning by doing – practical real world learning opportunities • Project-based learning – developing creative solutions to real world challenges and integrating subjects • Individual mentoring to help students discover their unique talents and interests and build engaging pathways • Career focus – encouraging students from an early age to think about what they want to do, set goals and work towards them • Entrepreneurial challenges and other exciting co-curricular programmes will create the opportunity to innovate and take risks • Working with real scientists and researchers from Year 7 onwards Linwood College has made the bold decision

Located in the heart of Linwood High quality education - Year 0 to 6 The office is open for enrolments from Wednesday 28 January 2015 Term 1 commences Monday 2 February 2015

Empowering children to aim high, persevere and succeed.

students for 2014 2015

www.linwoodcollege.school.nz

The school office will open from Monday 26 January onwards.

New students to Linwood College for 2015 who have not enrolled, phone the school (03 982 0100) from 26th January to make an appointment. Students currently enrolled for 2015 Respect

Resilience

Curiosity

Caring

260 Linwood Avenue, Christchurch 8062 Telephone: 03 389 9256 - www.linwoodave.school.nz

Te Kura Tuarua o Horomaka

HILLMORTON HIGH SCHOOL Back to School Dates 2015 Year 7 & 8

Year 10

Year 12

Monday 2 February 10.15am, Assembly in Hall followed by Orientation; 2.30pm, finish

Friday 30 January 11.15am, Assembly in Hall; 12.30pm, finish

Friday 30 January 9am, Assembly followed by Course Confirmation; 9.30am-3pm, Peer Support Training

Monday 2 February 9.30am, Assembly in Hall followed by Orientation; 2.30pm, finish

E-learning Your children’s social lives and future careers will rely on digital technology and the internet. Their education should, too. Linwood College has WiFi throughout the school and a range of digital devices and e-learning programmes to make learning fun, collaborative and engaging for students.

WELCOMES Reporting times for 2015

We choose to have a no enrolment zone and currently have a limited number of places available at both Year 7 & 8 for 2015.

Year 9

to become New Zealand’s first official STEM school. This is a new approach to education that will uniquely equip our students to thrive in the modern world. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering and maths. We are putting lots of energy into engaging students in these subjects through exciting new collaborations and opportunities. The form of STEM education we are adopting includes all subjects, places the student at the centre of learning and aims to connect with real world opportunities to make learning relevant for everyone.

‘Success through Learning’

LATE ENROLMENTS

Phone 348 7718 • Fax 348 1085 www.kirkwood.school.nz Phil Tappenden, Principal

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Year 11 Friday 30 January 11.15am, Assembly in Hall followed by Course Confirmation; 12.30pm, finish

Year 13 Friday 30 January 9am, Assembly followed by Course Confirmation; 9.30am-3pm, Peer Support Training

These are the first dates students are required at school. Further information regarding the beginning of the year will be available at these meetings.

www.hillmorton.school.nz

Ph: 03 338 5119

Years 11, 12 and 13 students will receive a timetable by 30th January. Those wishing to change their course must phone the school to make an appointment with their Dean. STARTING THE 2015 YEAR Monday 26 January School office opens. Students and parents may phone for appointments for interviews Tuesday 27 January Peer Support training day 9am - 3pm Induction new teachers 10am - 3pm Wednesday 28, Thursday 29 January Peer Support training days 10am - 3pm Teacher only days Friday 30 January Deans Interviews Year 12 & 13 Development day to start at 10am

Monday 2 February Year 13 Peer supporters, Kapa Haka, Prefects, existing Year 9 students report to School Hall at 9am. All new students, international students and whanau meet in front entrance 9am for powhiri School finishes at 3pm Tuesday 3 February Year 7 & 8, Homeroom 9am - 3pm Year 9, Big Day Out, Mentor rooms 8.40am Wednesday 4 February All students at College to start at 9am Year 7 & 8 Students, Homerooms Year 9 Students, Mentor Rooms Year 10 & 11 students report to School Hall Year 12 & 13 students Mentor Rooms School finishes at 2.30pm. Thursday 5 February Normal School Timetable Friday 6 February Public holiday - Waitangi Day Phone 03-982-0100 www.linwoodcollege.school.nz

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A WELL-ROUNDED Middleton Grange School EDUCATION AT MARIAN – one of Special Character Marian College offers a well-rounded education, strong on spiritual matters, cultural activities and the performing arts, service and sports as well as having rigorous academic learning.

rincipal Anna Heffernan says the school promotes four strong role models – Jesus, his mother Mary, St Mary MacKillop and venerable Catherine McAuley – whose lives exhibit the qualities we encourage our students to influence them. “We achieve at, or above, national standards in NCEA levels 1, 2 and 3 and always have a variety of scholarships awarded to our students. It is also worth noting that our special needs students are on individual learning plans in which they make wonderful progress.” Marian has programmes in place to make new pupils feel comfortable at the college. Year 12 student leaders help new girls transition into high school through a structured peer support programme that operates during the first term. “Our vertical house groups across Years 9 to 13 provide girls with an immediate feeling of belonging by acquainting them with students throughout the school,” Ms Heffernan says.

Marian College is fortunate in being able to remain small with the friendly atmosphere which comes from teachers and students knowing each other well. “Every girl at Marian is nurtured and her skills and talents developed.” While the school culture is based on traditional values and expectations, there is a 21st century approach to teaching and learning. “E-learning is a teaching strategy used across most lessons. Marian College is definitely a great place for a Catholic secondary education.”

iddleton Grange School – one of Special Character Middleton Grange School, like others, has a heart for pupils and a desire to see its community engaged in learning. However, our difference is what we see as the ‘purpose of education’, namely, ‘for the glory of God’. At Middleton Grange, we talk about character, excellence and service for the glory of God. With that in mind, we work with pupils to ‘grow in character’, encouraging them to be young men and women of integrity and compassion with a hope for the future. We expect from our pupils a ‘commitment to excellence’ in every aspect of education –

academically, sporting, culturally and inspire them to fully use their God-given talents. We support them so they are ‘prepared to serve’; not only equipped, but willing to serve. We work to ensure they have an outward focus – looking to the needs of others. While other schools would also seek character, excellence and service for pupils, for Middleton Grange it is done not for ourselves but for others and God’s glory. The school provides many opportunities for pupils to develop: mission trips, peer support, leadership roles, kapa haka and Y1 and Y13 ‘Teddy Bear Picnic’ to name a few. Richard Vanderpyl Principal

PAPANUI HIGH SCHOOL START OF SCHOOL YEAR 2015 Full Primary Years 1-8 37 Cunningham Place, Halswell 8025 Phone: 03 322 8735 Email: admin@oaklands.school.nz

new enROLMenTS Thursday 29th January, 10am-3pm Friday 30th January, 1pm-3pm

STATIOneRY SALeS 2015 Stationery packs are available online. Please visit the school website for more information.

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Monday 2nd February, 9am

NB: SENIOR STUDENTS (Year 11 – 13). Students will be notified only if course changes are required. Wednesday 21 January - School Office opens Wednesday 28 January – Friday 30 January Peer Support training camp Monday 2 February Teacher Only Day Tuesday 3 February New International students report at 8.45am Year 9 students report in full uniform to Hall 9.00am – 2.30pm. Transferring students (Years 10 – 13) in full uniform to Hall 9.00am – 12.00noon Powhiri for all new students – 9.00am. School Canteen open Wednesday 4 February All Year 9 students report to form classes at 8.30am – 2.30pm All Year 12 students report to hall in uniform at 9.00am – 10.30pm All Year 13 students report to hall 10.00am – 11.30am School Canteen open Thursday 5 February All Year 9 students report to form classes at 8.30am – 2.30pm All Year 10 students report to hall in uniform at 9.00am – 10.30am All Year 11 students report to hall at 10.00am – 11.30am School Canteen open Friday 6 February Waitangi Day – School closed Monday 9 February Timetable starts

30 Langdons Road Christchurch 8053 Tel: (03) 352 6119 Jeff Smith - Principal Email: admin@papanui.school.nz

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Shirley Boys’ High School - developing men of character

he latest ERO review of Shirley featured comments about its strong professional leadership, the strength of its school vision and culture, and its spirit of mutual respect. Emphasis was also placed on its widespread willingness to innovate and accept change. It is, therefore, not surprising that the Minister of Education will be announcing the new school site soon. Clearly, we are going to have an exciting three years ahead of us as we do the necessary plan to enter one of New Zealand’s newest and most innovative schools. Now that Shirley has certainty about its future, and we will continue to be able to serve half of Christchurch, it is my pleasure to announce a new initiative that will enhance the school’s already well-recognised Gifted and Talented programme – an intention to develop all of its students’ ‘strength in emotional intelligence’. Graduates will emerge with strong character and strongly developed leadership skills, which will in turn maximise their potential for growth.

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The following represent key aspects of the programme: • Teaching and learning occurs both in and outside a classroom environment • Teaching and learning occurs in a way that features thematic studies of global importance • Teaching and learning occurs in a global context that features connections with Asia and Europe • Teaching and learning occurs in a BYOD environment that permits realtime connections with schools in the Pacific Basin • Opportunities exist for cultural interaction both within and outside of New Zealand • Opportunities exist for the development of leadership skills to enhance students’ global citizenship capability The new Shirley Boys’ will be a modern learning environment where collaborative teaching and learning will prepare our young men to make a significant contribution on the national and global stage.

Shirley Primary School reaching for the star in everyone! whāia te iti kahurangi

11 Shirley Road • Christchurch 8013 • New Zealand (03) 3852 019 • www.shirleyprimary.school.nz

School re-opens on Monday, 2 February, 2015. The office will re-open on Wednesday, 28 January, 2015 for enrolments.

“Shirley School has an inclusive, welcoming and caring school environment that strongly supports students’ learning. Students appreciate the respectful, positive and affirming relationships they have with their teachers. ERO is likely to carry out the next review in four-to-five years.” Education Review Office, 2013

Papanui Primary School Kimihia te ara totika Seek the right path

2015 School Year The school office opens on Thursday 29 & Friday 30 January; mornings only. Uniform Sales Monday 2 February, 1pm - 3pm School commences Tuesday 3 February. Principal, Paul Kingston

Phone: 352 8271 Email: principal@pps.school.nz 40 Winters Road, Christchurch

School opens Monday 2nd February - 9am. New students assemble on grass inside North Parade gate. (In library if wet). Year 8 assemble in hall for powhiri. Note: Uniform sunhats compulsory Term1 Phone: 03 385 2229 www.sis.school.nz Fax 03 385 2335 office@sis.school.nz

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Compassion, excellence, responsibility and respect

t Bernadette’s Catholic School is a hidden ‘gem’ in Hornby, a place where children thrive in a values -based learning environment. Children are supported to achieve their full potential and to experience success in a variety of situations. The school provides children with a wide range of academic, sporting, cultural and leadership opportunities. The special Catholic character is woven through all areas of school life and is strengthened by a positive relationship with the parish.

There are four values that also support the special character: compassion, excellence, responsibility and respect. A dedicated staff provide learning programmes to meet the needs of all students as they become confident, connected and actively involved lifelong learners. The staff would be delighted to show you around the school and answer any questions that you or your child may have.

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School community fun day at Ao Tawhiti South New Brighton School Unlimited

Discovery

n Saturday, November 29, the community came together to enjoy a relaxing and fun-filled afternoon at South New Brighton School. The PTA organised the day with the objective being to get everyone down to the school to celebrate the year with a wide range of exciting free and heavily subsidised activities for all the children (big and small) to enjoy. This has been the practice since the 2011 earthquake and has taken the place of the traditional Fair Day, aimed at making money for the school. It has been a hugely popular annual event that is appreciated and eagerly

anticipated by the community. The team co-ordinator Catherine Nolan said, “seeing the enjoyment on the faces of all the children makes all the hours of organisation worth it.” She loves the concept that it makes it an affordable day for families. “The unintended bonus this year was that we came out with some fundraising, having made a profit. This was due to the generosity of families donating things such as cakes and sweets, plants and books for sale,” she added. The day exemplified the wonderful community feel South New Brighton has.

Waltham Primary School Estuary Road • South New Brighton Christchurch 8062 Telephone 388-9426 • Fax 388-1810 www.snbs.school.nz Our vision: To be a community of learners nurturing the values of Citizenship, Achievement, Responsibility and Effort.

We look forward to seeing all of our students and families back at 8.55am on Monday 2nd February 2015. New enrolments are welcome. If you are new to the area come in and find out why we are such a fast growing and successful Full Primary School (Years 1-8). The school office will be open for tours of the school and new enrolments from Thursday morning 29th January 2015 or feel free to leave a phone message or email if our office is unattended over the holiday period. Gordon Caddie, Principal Email: principal@waltham.school.nz

Our start date will be Tuesday 3rd February Enrolments welcome 30th Jan & 2nd Feb To contact us for further information ph 388 9426 or email: admin@snbs.school.nz

Waltham Primary School cnr Waltham Road and Hastings Street East, Christchurch

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ear 2015 promises to be a very exciting year for Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery as we establish several new learning communities. At Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery, we believe that learning communities create a sense of belonging for all, and are the basis for strong supportive relationships, reduced isolation and also help encourage all members to contribute, participate and collaborate in their learning. We have a chance to continue preparing our students for personalised learning in a way that will reflect our soon-to-be-built school in the heart of the CBD. Our communities of learners will offer experiences that are not defined by place, age or ability. They will take advantage of the wealth of knowledge and skills within the whole community, seeing parents as an integral part of the learning process for our children. Our school prides itself on letting learning take place wherever it is best for it to take place. Our students will have a space to learn in that is defined by their passion and interests and needs, and not just its physical form. At the Discovery campus in Halswell, we will have two communities consisting of Year 1 to 3 community and a Year 4 to 6 community. These learning communities will

have the child at the centre of the learning journey. They will be focusing on each individual’s passion, interests and needs. Our Year 7 to 9 community will be based at the Unlimited campus in Ilam. This Year 7 to 9 community, particularly for our Year 7 to 8 students, offers a wider range of opportunities to access specialised curriculum learning from a range of learning advisors while still having the link to a significant adult in their own learning advisor. It also reduces the student to teacher ratio from 1:28 to 1:15. This will ensure an even more personalised approach to learning. If this sounds like you and your tamariki, Ao Tawhiti might be the school for you in 2015. Contact the school by emailing enrol@discovery1.school.nz.

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When chickens

hatch at school

There was great excitement at Tamariki School when Marina arrived with a cage and a bantam hen that was sitting on some eggs.

A PROUD ECONOMIC HISTORY

illa Maria College is a Mercy school for girls, educating Years 7 to 13. The college was opened by the Sisters of Mercy in 1918 and has grown to accommodate 750 students within its beautiful grounds. Our mission is to “Empower each young woman to determine her potential, live gospel values, confidently embrace lifelong learning and, as a Mercy woman, be inspired to make a difference”. We have a proud academic history, annually achieving academic results which are among the best in the country. Students set high goals and the college supports them in striving for excellence. Our 2013 NCEA results included pass rates of 96 per cent at Level 1, 97 per cent at Level 2 and 95 per cent at Level 3. About 90 per cent of our girls achieved university entrance.

Villa Maria College offers many sporting opportunities, our dedicated sports director coordinates over 30 sports for girls to choose from.

he smiles were even bigger when the eggs hatched and six little chickens joined the school community. Together, the children considered names for the new arrivals and decided on suitable names such as Mad Max, Cloud and Chicky Bicky. The children continue to spend time watching the mother hen and her chicks – the hen scratches beneath the bark looking for food, and when a tasty piece of food is dropped into the cage she will immediately call the chicks to her with a “Let’s eat!” There have been other moments of discovery, including the conversation about why there are blood vessels around the inside of the eggshell. Did you know that these blood vessels move air from outside the porous shell to the baby chicken so that it can breathe? At Tamariki School, we provide an

environment that empowers children to learn and grow in a holistic way. We find that there is a smooth transition for new entrants from playcentres and other early childhood centres because our special character includes the same values as Te Whaariki, the early childhood curriculum. The themes of wellbeing, belonging, contribution, communication and exploration are an important base for each child’s learning as they move through the NZ curriculum. When chickens hatch at school, there are real opportunities for children to learn and grow. Tamariki School provides an environment that supports the development of an enquiring mind. We invite you to book a visit to our friendly Wednesday morning playgroup and make up your own mind about the magic of our approach.

TAMARIKI SCHOOL Looking for a primary school that embraces the whole child? Meaningful learning occurs when children… feel safe; learn through play and activities relevant to them; when their learning styles are recognised; and when they actively participate in decision making and

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We invite you to contact us to arrange a visit to find out more.

Enquiries phone 384 9014 www.tamariki.school.nz 86 St Johns St, Woolston, Chch

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Villa Maria College offers many sporting opportunities, our dedicated sports director coordinates over 30 sports for girls to choose from. It’s not surprising that we have extremely high participation levels along with impressive regional and national successes! The cultural life of the college is also filled with extensive musical and choral opportunities, along with bi-annual productions and stage challenge entries. We invite you to visit Villa Maria College and see for yourself our special character. You will also find a wealth of information on our website www.villa.school.nz.

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Media communication programme

Maori trades training at CPIT is delivering results A post-earthquake trades training programme for Maori has been hailed as a success by the programme’s founders.

magine a classroom where students can use Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram and the like, and the tutor won’t mind at all. Or a classroom where the students can attend concerts and events, sports games, go to court to watch a trial or to a council meeting to see the inner working of local body politics. That’s the reality of Aoraki Polytechnic’s media communication programme based at the CPIT campus in Christchurch. But that doesn’t mean the students don’t do any work. The polytechnic has embraced the rapidly-changing media environment for the entry level programme as students learn to write news stories and features, create radio news and programmes, shoot and edit video stories as well as getting in front of the camera. Tutor Dale McCord says the way the course operates is just the way it should be. While the course focuses on core skills, it educates the students about the many changing skills someone working in the media or communications business needs to have. “It’s not enough just to love writing these days. Students need a whole raft of skills so they can fit into a media environment where they are expected to be multi-skilled.” Print journalists now need to be able to

step in front of a camera and provide a news video while a television journalist might have to write a story for the web and provide photos. McCord says the best thing about today’s students is that they are so adaptable and keen to try anything. They come equipped with social media skills and are able to connect quickly with people online. “I do have to do a bit of work to encourage them to get out and actually talk to people face to face but they quickly grow in confidence doing that.” Students might feel they are going back to primary school for one part of the course – spelling and grammar, but McCord says it is a key skill for a journalist now more than ever. “These days, copy can be put online with very little input from anyone else so people have to be very strong in these core skills.” The students produce news bulletins on Compass FM and their own programme called Plugged in with Aoraki on Plains FM, while the course also covers media law and ethics, photography and presenting. There are limited places still available on this programme for 2015. For more information on Aoraki Polytechnic’s Media Communication programmes visit www.aoraki.ac.nz or give them a call on 0800 426 725.

e Toki ki te Rika (Maori trades training) was launched by Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu in partnership with CPIT and Hawkins in 2011 to train Maori to help meet the skills shortage for the rebuild of Christchurch and to empower individuals and their families. The initiative, which was launched in 2011, aims to train Maori for leadership positions in construction and offers apprenticeship support and further training through leadership programmes. Another 213 learners completed the fee-free programme in 2014. At a recent celebration ceremony Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Kaiwhakahaere Tuarua, Lisa Tumahai acknowledged that their new qualifications were a first step in empowering them to make bold, confident choices for their future. “Developing skills and leadership sits at the heart of all our He Toki programmes, and although you may leave here today and start out on the end of a drill or a hammer, we want you to take up the challenge of working your way to the top – to becoming the foreman, the supervisor, the project manager or a company owner. The possibilities are endless. “All three partners have invested a lot of time and resource to ensure students achieve their aspirations. They have encouraged

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Developing skills and leadership sits at the heart of all our He Toki programmes

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students to embrace their cultural identity and the values that come with that, and to carry those into the workplace to build relationships and a new future.” Enrolments are open for 2015 for He Toki ki te Rika and He Toki ki te Mahi, a new leadership programme to support Maori leaders in Level 6 programmes in quantity surveying, construction management, site supervisors and architectural technology. Whether you are starting out or upskilling, come and talk to us. Phone 0800 242 476, see www.hetoki.co.nz and find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/HeTokikiteRika.

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Nursing graduates

SUSTAINABILITY AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION GRADUATES OUT TO CHANGE THE WORLD

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nursing qualification from CPIT really can take you anywhere. CPIT nursing graduates are working in varied roles all over the world in exciting destinations. Head of nursing Dr Cathy Andrew says CPIT is one of the largest nursing schools in New Zealand and consistently has the highest employment rates nationally. “With a CPIT Bachelor of Nursing degree, you can go anywhere in the world and work as it is recognised internationally,” Andrew says. “You can work in a wide range of specialties, from mental health, to emergency, to geriatric, to community work.” Many CPIT graduates are working in clinical nursing roles around the world in the UK, Middle East, North America and Australia. Others are employed in health leadership and management nationally and internationally. Dr Jane O’Malley, the chief nurse at the Ministry of Health, is a CPIT graduate.

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Jean O’Callaghan, another graduate and former chief executive of the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB), is now chief executive of the Dorset County Hospital NHS Trust in the UK. Closer to home, graduate Rekha Devi is a facilities manager at Cornwall Park Hospital in Auckland, while William Jones is a post anaesthetic care nurse for CDHB, Olivia Sanders is a paediatric nurse at Christchurch Hospital and Rochelle Pereiro is a registered nurse at Pegasus Health in Christchurch. Pererio says she learns something new everyday. “There are so many different jobs you can get with nursing,” she says. “If you like working with children, you can specialise in paediatrics or if you like research, you can go into that area. I like that you’re not stuck in one thing.” To learn more about studying nursing at CPIT, visit www.cpit.ac.nz, email info@cpit.ac.nz or give us a call on 0800 242 476.

ilming documentaries about kea, saving kiwi eggs from predators and convincing rugby players to ditch their plastic water bottles – in many different ways CPIT’s Bachelor of Sustainability and Outdoor Education graduates are making their mark on the world. The three-year programme teaches students outdoor skills, the importance of outdoor education to our health and wellbeing and what sustainability means to our society now and for the future. These are all hot topics and the scope of the programme allows students to take different directions when they graduate. Mat Goodman, for example, started a campaign to create awareness of the real cost of plastic water bottles as his final year project. Samuel Dickson picked up the project this year. A rugby player for the New Zealand 7s team, Samuel promoted the importance of reusable water bottles – and

now all the players have their own water bottles, saving lots of plastic bottles from going to landfill. Mat Goodman meanwhile has been filming groundbreaking documentaries for a German company about the antics of our favourite alpine parrot, the kea. His next project is working with Paul Keating from Dolphin Watch Ecotours in Picton, who is driving an initiative to create a protected marine park in the Marlborough Sounds. Brendan Kerr is another graduate making his mark. Brendan has worked with Untouched World’s Charitable Trust outdoor leadership programmes for secondary school students for several years, both on the West Coast relocating kiwi eggs to safe sites and as part of the Marlborough Sounds’ restoration project on Blumine Island. Sustainability and Outdoor education programme leader David Irwin says the programme is unique. “There is no other programme in New Zealand with a double Students on New Zealand’s only outdoor education and focus on sustainability and sustainability programme at CPIT get to expand their skills in outdoor education. We have outdoor activities, develop their leadership potential and learn how to inspire others about sustainability. international students coming to Christchurch specifically for this programme and, of course, many students from around New Zealand as well.” Visit www.cpit.ac.nz and search ‘sustainability’ for more information.

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Graduate courses broaden opportunities

Fostering a lifelong love of music….

he Christchurch School of Music is a fun, family-oriented society aimed at providing quality music education in and around Christchurch. CSM is celebrating 60 years of teaching children to love and appreciate music in 2015, so why not join us and become a part of the next 60 years? CSM is a not-for-profit organisation with a strong focus on community. On a Saturday morning, the whole family can find something to suit. Preschool children can start their musical journey by joining in our experiential “Take Off with Music” while older children and adults may opt for group or individual lessons on a specific instrument (including voice). Those who already play are welcome to join in one of the fabulous groups. If Saturday isn’t an option, CSM also offers a range of weekday opportunities for learning and playing music. Our unique teaching programme includes lessons, both group and individual, and ensemble playing in an orchestra or band. If affordability is an issue, CSM can provide discounts of up to 50 per cent through funding provided by the Canterbury Community Trust. Visit www.csm.org.nz or phone the oﬃce on 366 1711 to find out what we can offer you.

ith just one year of extra study people with a health-related degree can now gain an extra specialisation, opening up a whole new range of career options. CPIT has recently launched several graduate diplomas for people with a health, science, sport science or nutrition-related undergraduate degree. Tutor Christina Ryan says the new graduate diplomas are a smart choice for people who wish to extend their knowledge in a specialty area. “The graduate diploma course allows students to effectively come out with a double major, or expertise in more than one science or health related field,” she says. “This will increase their knowledge base

Christchurch School of Music Fostering a lifelong love of music...

Whether you're 2 or 92, the Christchurch School of Music can offer a musical experience to suit your needs. Tuition is offered for a range of instruments (including voice) along with theory, aural perception, and preschool classes. CSM also offers a wide variety of ensembles ranging from small Chamber Music groups and Rock Bands through to large orchestras, concert bands and choirs. At CSM, the whole family can learn and play together on a Saturday morning. If Saturday isn't an option for you, we also offer lessons (along with a selection of performance groups) during the week.

Community Trust Funding allows CSM to offer up to 50% discounts for lower income families.

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CPIT’s graduate diplomas in applied science can open up a broad range of career opportunities

and consequently their career prospects and opportunities.” CPIT offers a wide range of applied science courses including animal science, medical imaging, midwifery, physical activity and health promotion, sport and exercise science and human nutrition. Ryan says every course helps equip students with up-to-date industry knowledge and real-world skills. “Physical activity, sports science and human nutrition are rapidly expanding areas that offer exciting career opportunities.” CPIT graduate Jonny Leppard went from working as a storeman to being a Cardiac Physiology Technician at the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB).

“I started doing a night class called Exercise Science, which worked well for me as I had work during the day,” he says. “From that, I enrolled in a Certificate in Fitness. I really enjoyed the environment as well as the support from lecturers.” Leppard then went on to study a Bachelor of Applied Science and says he “couldn't fault" the course. "Gaining that practical experience for me was key. I found it a real confidence booster. By gaining knowledge through a wellstructured programme, I felt there were a lot of career opportunities available.” To learn more about studying applied science at CPIT visit www.cpit.ac.nz or call 0800 24 24 76.

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NEW CERTIFICATE IN SOCIAL SERVICES

HELP YOUR CHILD GROW IN CONFIDENCE

Life skills programme for children

o your children lack self-confidence or perhaps have so much energy that they need an outlet for it? Development through drama is the ideal approach to teach confidence and channel youthful energy while building self-esteem. The Helen O’Grady Drama Academy has been in New Zealand for 32 years. This highly regarded worldwide programme helps students aged five to 17 to fulfil their potential by acting confidently and speaking clearly. This unique, self-development programme helps achieve invaluable life skills. The confident, articulate child makes friends easily, accepts challenges and new directions. Confident children become well-rounded adults. Our fully qualified teachers are trained in the Helen O’Grady Drama system. They ensure each child is encouraged and valued in a warm, positive learning environment. Lessons stimulate and motivate students without the exam or peer group pressure. Weekly class activities include speech training, creative movement and improvisation. Our Youth Theatre programme encourages the development of leadership and organisational skills. Three terms of the year cover the self-development programme and in the fourth term, all students prepare a performance for parents and friends. Our safe structured learning environment values student individuality and encourages team building. Most importantly, it’s great fun, too. Enrol now, phone 0800 161 131 or visit www.helenogrady.co.nz.

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e Wananga o Aotearoa is introducing a new Certificate to Christchurch in 2015. The Certificate in Social Services - Biculturalism in Practice (Te Tiwhikete Ngā Poutoko Whakakrara Oranga) begins in March. urrently studying a Diploma in Beauty Therapy at The This 36-week programme is for National School of Aesthetics, Jordan Taylor “enjoys individuals who want to build on their the practical application of ideas”, and the beauty life skills and develop their understanding programme is the perfect opportunity for her to gain of bicultural knowledge in supportive these strengths. roles (including parents, family members, She’s passionate about makeup, waxing, manicure and electrology. Despite no secondary school qualifications due to lack caregivers and voluntary workers). It provides an opportunity for those of interest at school, Jordan’s strong grades at NaSA reflect her currently working in social services, or passion in the beauty field. those wanting to obtain an introductory After researching other beauty institutions, Jordan chose NaSA qualification in the social work field. You’ll as she respected NaSA’s professionalism, strong reputation and get the training to work in non-clinical welcoming staff. She also feels her classmates make her study roles to prepare you for a career as a social more enjoyable. Jordan’s not only starting a beauty career for herself but also for services support worker, kaitautoko or kaiawhina. her two children, Ashton (6) and Noah (3). NaSA’s 9am to 1pm This programme is delivered through a class times have helped her negotiate study and motherhood. combination of delivery methods including “Without NaSA’s flexible hours, it would have been impossible class attendance of one day a week, online for me to study,” Jordan says. learning and some marae visits during the Other challenges include completing larger projects and year. The study involves a mix of activities homework while ensuring her children’s needs are met. Her such as journal writing, waiata, te reo, children have grown to have “a deeper understanding research, essays and presentations. of homework”. Places are limited so call us today to After completing her diploma, she plans to study NaSA’s express your interest in this fee-free course. Certificate in Nail Technology. Once Jordan has mastered these For more information, please contact skills, she’ll open her small business from home while “comfortably Brenda at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa. Phone negotiating my role as a mother”, and eventually develop it into a (03) 353 6558 or send an email to commercial practice as her children get older. Brenda.Heke@twoa.ac.nz. To launch your beauty career with NaSA, call 0800 NaSANZ (627 269), email info@nasa.co.nz or visit www.nasa.co.nz.

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PIT’s Pasifika Trades Training students have been putting their skills to good use by helping to fix up damaged community buildings throughout Christchurch. CPIT offers 100 Pasifika Trades Training scholarships every year, helping students study subjects including painting, carpentry, furniture and joinery, general engineering and civil construction. The fees-free training programmes are part of a nationwide initiative by the Government to get more Pasifika into trades training as well as assisting with the recovery of Christchurch. This year, students have been involved in using their skills on a number of community projects. Among the projects was the plastering and painting of the damaged Samoan Efks Church Hall and fixing holes in the wall at the Shirley Assembly of God Church Kitchen. Further works are planned for 2015. Centre for Maori and Pasifika Achievement manager Harry Westrupp says it is great to see students putting the

skills they learnt in their course to make “a real difference to community projects”. “The community groups were very grateful. Many of these organisations didn’t have insurance and couldn’t afford to fix the damage,” he says. At CPIT, the Pasifika Trades Training scheme is run in collaboration with leaders from the Pasifika community, government agencies with Pasifika church ministers playing a key role in nominating students for training and offering pastoral support. As well as learning industry relevant skills, Westrupp says the courses help students become the next generation of Pasifika leaders. “We encourage all our students to step up and become active members of their communities,” he says. “This is just one of the ways we can show them how to do that.” Pasifika trades training programmes are open entry and available for anyone of Pasifika descent. To learn more visit www.cpit.ac.nz , email cmpa@cpit.ac.nz or phone (03) 940 8359.

ant to study a highly skilled and in demand job without paying any fees? That’s exactly what CPIT Trades

pre-trade electrical student for 2014 and is now pursuing further study. CPIT Trades provides a supportive learning environment to help students complete their courses, including extensive pastoral care, numeracy and literacy support and help with accessing assistance as needed. Demand for skilled tradespeople remains high in Canterbury with many Trades featuring on the skills shortages list, including plumbing, carpentry, electrical, engineering, painting and plastering. CPIT is committed to providing workers who are work-ready, motivated and understand the realities of work sites. To find out more visit cpit.ac.nz or come along to Community Open Day on Saturday, January 24.

can offer. CPIT offers a range of fees-free courses to ensure everyone can access skilled trades training. This trades training is available for those under 25, Māori, Pasifika and women who want to complete a trade. Hundreds of students have already taken advantage of these schemes and come away with the skills for employment. One of those who has excelled is Keryn Reynolds, 45, who recently took out the Best Female in Trades Award 2014 after completing her Certificate in General Engineering. “I wanted to get into a role that would be in demand,” she says. “I was walking past CPIT one day and I saw the billboard for women in trades training and thought there might be something there for me.” Since finishing at CPIT, Keryn has been working at Carlton Taylor Industries who create metalwork for a variety of industries. Keryn credits the course with her success. “I learnt so much and everyone was really helpful. I never thought I’d be an engineer but look at me now.” Ana Tooley, 26, trained through He Toki training programme. She was working in a factory “just killing time” when she signed up to be an electrician. “I wanted something mentally and physically challenging as well Keryn Reynolds, 45, receives her award for Top as something that would provide a career Female Trades Student after completing her for me,” she says. She recently won the best Certificate in General Engineering.

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1690

pack

DB/Export Citrus/Gold/Tui 12 x 330ml Bottles/Cans

(Excludes Tui Pilsner/Golden Lager)

890

$ 19

each

Schweppes Sparkling Soft Drink 1.5L

Saints 750ml

449

each

Talley’s Ice Cream 2L

(Excludes Classic Dry)

Congratulations to

FreshChoice Merivale! Best Off License - 2nd equal (Canterbury)

Prices apply from Monday 19th January to Sunday 25th January 2015, or while stocks last. Trade not supplied. We reserve the right to limit quantities. All limits speciﬁed apply per customer per day. All prepared meals are serving suggestions only. Props not included. Certain products may not be available in all stores. Proprietary brands not for resale.

Find us online at FreshChoice.co.nz and Facebook.com/FreshChoiceNZ FCNO1901

FreshChoice Merivale 189 Papanui Road, Christchurch. Phone 355 4432.

Open 7am-9pm, 7 days.