Lincoln – A Great Place To Be! August 2020 (issue 74/104) The Lincoln division of St John Youth is re-opening for term three and would love to have you join our ranks. We meet every Monday night during term time at 6pm–7:30pm at the Te Kohatu Youth buildings at 530 Birches Road. St John is a youth organisation for children aged 6 to 18 to meet socially, challenge themselves, and develop their leadership skills. As well as meeting every week, there are also opportunities to participate in camps, competitions, volunteering, and much more. Cadets work to earn badges and move up the ranks gaining more responsibilities and leadership opportunities as they go through the programme. Eventually, cadets can earn the Grand Prior Award. A very prestigious award that gives anyone an edge when they leave school. Cadets are organised into age groups and earn badges at their level and can earn a large selection by the end of their time with St John. The Penguin group (ages 6–8) work separately with our amazing Penguin leader Daniel and cover cool topics like hobbies, games, healthy living and first aid. The older cadets are broken into three age groups: Greens (8–10), Blues (11–13), and Golds (13–18). All these groups earn badges and have a lot of fun doing so. At gold level, cadets are encouraged to develop their leadership skills further and progress through the St John ranks. This term at Lincoln Division we have two new leaders, Isabel Van Tuinen and Georgia Smith. We have both transferred from the Halswell division and are very excited to get stuck into Lincoln division. We have a very fun term planned at Division this term. We will be working towards the St John Badge and we will be exploring topics around the foundation and running of the wider St John organisation. A sneak peek into this term: lots of activities, games and maybe even a feast! Feel free to come along for a visit any Monday and bring a friend. We look forward to seeing you. – Isabel, Georgia, and Daniel. Call us on 0800 00 88 11 Call us on 0800 00 88 11 H H O O M M E E S S We Lincoln Love We Lincoln Love We make building easy.
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Lincoln – A Great Place To Be!August 2020 (issue 74/104)
The Lincoln division of St John Youth is re-opening for term three and would love to have you join our ranks.
We meet every Monday night during term time at 6pm–7:30pm at the Te Kohatu Youth buildings at 530 Birches Road.
St John is a youth organisation for children aged 6 to 18 to meet socially, challenge themselves, and develop their leader ship skills. As well as meeting every week, there are also opportunities to participate in camps, competitions, volunteering, and much more. Cadets work to earn badges and move up the ranks gaining more responsibilities and leadership opportunities as they go through the programme. Eventually, cadets can earn the Grand Prior Award. A very prestigious award that gives anyone an edge when they leave school.
Cadets are organised into age groups and earn badges at their level and can earn a large selection by the end of their time with St John. The Penguin group (ages 6–8) work separately with our amazing Penguin leader Daniel and cover cool topics like hobbies, games, healthy living and first aid. The older cadets are
broken into three age groups: Greens (8–10), Blues (11–13), and Golds (13–18). All these groups earn badges and have a lot of fun doing so. At gold level, cadets are encouraged to develop their leadership skills further and progress through the St John ranks.
This term at Lincoln Division we have two new leaders, Isabel Van Tuinen and Georgia Smith. We have both transferred from the Halswell division and are very excited to get stuck into Lincoln division.
We have a very fun term planned at Division this term. We will be working towards the St John Badge and we will be exploring topics around the foundation and running of the wider St John organisation. A sneak peek into this term: lots of activities, games and maybe even a feast!
Feel free to come along for a visit any Monday and bring a friend.
We look forward to seeing you.
– Isabel, Georgia, and Daniel.
Call us on 0800 00 88 11Call us on 0800 00 88 11HH OO MM EESSWe LincolnLoveWe LincolnLoveWe make building easy.
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Lincoln Community Committee Meeting The Lincoln Community Commit tee held the July monthly meeting on Monday July 13th 2020. The committee welcomed a visitor Roger Cameron to the meeting. Matters discussed at the meeting:
Proposed subdivision of the Millpond/Ellesmere Country Club site The Selwyn District Council is applying for consent to subdivide the area next to the Liffey Pond – Millpond. This is currently owned
by Selwyn District Council and is the site of the former Ellesmere Country Club and more recently the Lincoln Primary School Junior Campus.
We believe that this area has significant natural, recreational, cultural and historic value to the community and should be fully or partially retained for a Public Reserve for use now and for future generations.
Historically, the pond was created for the operation of Moffat’s Flour Mill 150 years ago. We see this beautiful natural area in the centre of Lincoln as a space that should continue to be available to the public and become part of the network of walking and cycling tracks currently available for community use.
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The plan (see page 3) shows six lots to be sold off for new houses and Lot 7 is to be retained by the Selwyn District council for further leasing purposes. Dairy NZ has recently signed a long term lease BUT Lot 7 could be subdivided in the future.
We wish to propose the following options for you to consider and vote on: 1. Oppose the whole development and create a Public
Reserve as soon as possible2. Allow the creation and sale of Lots 1-5 BUT protect Lot 6, 7
and 8 from further development, or3. Other possibilities? (please specify).
Tell us by our next meeting date Monday 10th August what you think should happen so that we can tell the Council on your behalf. Email [email protected]. Facebook link is www.facebook.com/groups/LincolnCommunity
Installation of the noticeboardThe new noticeboard has been installed. A big thank you to the Menzshed of Lincoln for the construction and installation of the new notice board and also to G.M contracting for hydrovacing the holes at no cost. A big thank you also to the staff at Lincoln Pharmacy who manage the noticeboard and pass on the proceeds to Community Care.
Chinese takeaway site Work has begun and is progressing to clear this site. The committee is continuing to work with Selwyn District Council to landscape and develop this site for recreational use.
Dog park in Lincoln and bike pump trackThe request from the community to develop a dog park and a bike pump track was included as an agenda item at the Selwyn District Council monthly meeting. The council has agreed to consider these in the Long Term Plan process.
Wetlands bridge The community has asked us to investigate options for a bridge on the Northeast corner of the Lincoln Wetlands Ponds. The committee is investigating options to provide a safe crossing solution for pedestrians and cyclists.
Bollards/planter boxes The Selwyn District Council has advised that it considers the bollards a private matter for the shop owners/building owner. It does however confirm that this part of Gerald Street is currently planned to be upgraded 2023/2024. The community committee will continue to investigate solutions to ensure pedestrian safety in front of the shopping area.
We welcome any comments and feedback or any matters of interest you have to share with the community. The link for the Facebook page is www.facebook.com/groups/LincolnCommunity
Next meeting Monday 10th August 2020.
Kathryn Claridge, Chairperson – Lincoln Community Committee
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Down by the Liffey GalleryLincoln’s Community Art Gallery, 1 James Street, Lincoln
Aug 5 - Aug 30
Back in March, Deb and Robyn’s exhibition was up for one week before the Lockdown closed it. Now it’s back at last for four more
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International students visit Lincoln Rotary Club Twenty international postgraduate students and their families enjoyed an evening meal with Rotarians at a meeting on 14th July. This annual event of the Rotary Club of Lincoln has been an ongoing project for sixteen years. It has proven a great way to welcome young overseas scholars to our community.
Lincoln is a multi-cultural township and this is reflected in the club membership with many members originally from another country.
On Tuesday night, the club invited 20 postgraduate students and their partners from China, India, Jordan, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Vietnam, Uganda, Indonesia, Myanmar, Malawi, Sudan, Papua New Guinea, Argentina and Philippines. Club members had
the pleasant duty of hosting students and exchanging ideas and experiences.
“This was an excellent opportunity for us to learn about different cultures; students also felt they are so welcome in New Zealand” said Prof. Ravi Gooneratne who co ordinated the programme.
The students are studying at different faculties of Lincoln University and each gave a two-minute talk about their country, culture and highlights of their research. This allowed the club members to become aware of some of the current research projects conducted at the university.
An Invitation to Rotary Open Evening11 August 2020, 5:45pmAre you interested in joining our local Rotary Club? Do you want to extend your social or business network? Do you wish to learn more about a variety of important topics? Or, are you just curious to know what Rotary is all about?If you answered ‘YES’ to any of the above questions, you will be pleased to know we are having an open night.Lincoln Rotary Club invites all interested people in the community to attend. Please ring David (029 999 8330) OR send an email to [email protected]
Rotary Club of Lincoln meets every Tuesday evening at Lincoln University and welcomes visitors and new members. If you are interested, please ring David Drake (029 9998330) OR send an email to [email protected]
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I admit it – I did creep around the back windows of Sally next door’s house but I impugn her and her cat’s suggestion that I was up to no good! She has a plethora of parsley and I had little – the winter weather clobbered mine. Maybe it was her chicken and duck droppings that gave the plants the necessary succour? Anyway, as far as winter vege activity in the garden goes, including my lovely raised beds, there’s not much happening. As the famous Beatrix Potter’s ‘Country Mouse’ said, “Its’ too cold and too dark”. However, I can’t let a weekend pass without a bit of botanical behaviour, either in the garden or with the seed catalogues. As I browsed the Egmont Seeds flower section, I came across Evening Scented Stock. It took me back to my London childhood. My mother grew if from spring onwards and I’ll never forget the lovely perfume that began to be released from dusk onwards. Egmont suggest sowing it ‘beneath a bedroom window’ – how romantic. It sounds like something from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet!
The tiny seeds come in a little plastic tube inside the packet; without that they would surely disappear in the packet’s creases. I sowed the seeds shallowly in a seed tray of Yates’ seed compost bought in Lincoln. A ridiculous price, but I hate driving through the Christchurch traffic to buy big bags of the cheaper stuff from Bunnings or Mitre 10. Actually, it’s still also sweet-pea sowing time. My first batch was sown in damp soil in pots in my small glasshouse about six weeks ago – they are about eight cm high now and doing well. Don’t be tempted to soak the seeds overnight in water – they don’t like it and may rot in the pot. I tried some new ones this year, including the lovely pure white variety from Egmont Seeds – Royal Wedding. It’s vigrous and tall with a lovely aroma – just like me �. Sweet peas and sunflowers are my favourite cut flowers for the kitchen table!
Bags of seed potatoes are on sale already – a bit early to be sprouting them on newspaper on a south-facing window, how ever. Anyway, if you buy them locally in Lincoln township (guess where), you can pay one dollar a tuber – must be joking – try Bunnings or Mitre 10. By the way, a bloke who works for the biggest commercial tomato grower in New Zealand told me that the potato-grower Wilcox have done a deal with Countdown who sell a new potato variety called Inca Gold – it roasts even better than the other lovely roaster, Agria. I’ll try to buy some Inca Gold and sprout them for home growing but they are probably treated with ‘potato dust’ to make them last a long time – still, worth a try. Sally may try to sprout them on her windowsills too. I might pop round to have a peek to see if they are actually sprouting. Er, actually, on second thoughts, perhaps I won’t – the cat might tell on me!
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Taking StockThis year I have had a fantastic crop of parsley. I usually only grow the old-fashioned curly parsley – might be just me but I find fashionable Italian broad-leafed parsley rather harsh – physically and flavour wise… A bit of a case of the Emperor’s new clothes.
Some weeks back, I had a call from my mate Steve, he was so impressed with my crop of parsley plants that he was inquiring as to whether he could dig one up and put it in a pot by his front door! Of course, I was happy to oblige as, this year, I never got any celery planted so I need his consent for a reciprocal borrow. I was laid up in bed with a sprained knee, but I watched him from a reclining position stealthily enter my garden with a spade and make off with a fabulous example of a parsley plant. Our cat Bidibid was watching him too, and the look on Bidibid’s face was a picture! I got the feeling Bidibid thought this an outrageous imposition and he turned to me with a look of shock and disgust at Steve’s antics! Now, now Bidibid, we all know what you get up to in Steve’s friable soil…
At this time of year frozen containerised pottles of frozen stock are in hot demand, to produce lots of winter soups, risotto and casseroles. I have had a couple of stock making failures recently. Having made it in the evening, I have walked into the kitchen the following morning to find the stock pot still sitting on the stove and fit only for the plug hole, oh dear. On one of these occasions, and with my freezer running rather low on my stock of stock, I happened to see stock in the refrigerated section at the supermarket, in packaging for sale for between $6–$7 for 500mL! So, armed with my $9 free range on special chicken, I made the evening meal with the chicken and then made about 1.5 litres of stock. Thrift, good for wallet and soul.
Chicken Stock• A chicken carcass, including limb bones• A whole onion cut in quarters• Several big stalks of parsley• About a dozen peppercorns• Several sticks of celery including leaves• A good sprinkle of salt
Place all the ingredients in a large pot and add enough boiling water to just reach the top of the ingredients. Place on the stove top and leave to simmer for about an hour. Strain through a sieve. Refrigerate till cool and freeze or use immediately.
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Lincoln & Districts Historical Society Inc. A.G.M.This will be held on Sunday, 16 August, in the Baylis Lounge at Lincoln Event Centre, beginning at 2p.m. Besides the normal business of an AGM (Reports, Accounts and Elections etc.), which will be taken first, the main business of the afternoon will be to hear about the model of the s.v. Pleiades, 1869–1899, recently donated by Lincoln Primary School to the Society. This model has now been restored and will be displayed by the Society in Pioneer Hall. Restoration was by Andrew Paris and a new display case was made by members of Lincoln’s Men’s Shed.
To understand the significance of the model to Lincoln and the Society different members of the Committee will outline the history of the model, who made it and their Lincoln connections, what was discovered in its restoration, and describe the history of its subject, the s.v. Pleiades. The s.v. Pleiades was involved in trans porting migrants to New Zealand towards the end of the nine teenth century and the shipping of New Zealand exports to Britain.
To understand the reality of life on a wind jammer (a commercial sailing ship
with multiple masts, ‘square’ or ‘fore and aft’ rigged, of the period between sail and steam power), the Society is privileged to have as guest speaker, Malcolm Pearson of Charteris Bay, who has been described as the ‘last person alive to sail around Cape Horn in a commercial sailing ship’ (Boating New Zealand). From 1946 he was a member of the crew of the s.v. Pamir, which had been seized by New Zealand from Germany during World War 2.
The meeting will be followed by afternoon tea. There will be a ‘gold coin collection’.
The group has met a few times since the COVID-19 alert level was reduced to 1 and it is great to see that people were very busy during the lockdown. Some group members joined a New Zealand Facebook group – KiwiQuilters – and completed the lockdown challenge to complete 20 blocks to make into a sampler quilt. While we have seen some photos of individual blocks, it will be great to see the completed quilts! Members have also completed a patchwork basket which will be handy for storing tools or fabrics for taking to meetings or workshops. Thanks to Emma for helping this along.
Members also completed a number of quilts for the Neonatal Unit at Christchurch Womens’ Hospital and we will be delivering these to the unit later this year. Last year, we gave 37 quilts to the unit and it looks as if we will exceed this number this year. Well done quilters!
A couple of years ago, the group displayed quilts and other patchwork items in the Lincoln Library. We are planning on having a similar display later in September so do keep an eye out for this.
Recently, the group had a mid winter supper and it was lovely to have some time to chat to each other instead of sewing and deciding what projects we will work on next!
Over the next couple of weeks, the group will be working together to make a quilt to be donated to a local charity to be raffled for fundraising. This is the first time we have made a collaborative quilt so it will be fun to see it all put together.
New members are always welcome to join the group. We meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at the Lincoln Events Centre from 6.30 to 8.30 pm. Anyone who is interested is welcome to come along to a meeting before committing to the group. Phone Janet on (03) 348 6098 to get more information.
A look back at our 2019 exhibition at the Lincoln Library.
E-Scooters to stay in SelwynSelwyn has become the first New Zealand location outside a major urban centre to grant e-scooter licences. The Council has granted an initial one year licence to e-scooter operators Lava and Lime following a successful six month trial that saw people taking around 3,800 rides a month pre lockdown.
Lava and Lime will have a total of 220 scooters that will operate in Rolleston, Lincoln and Prebbleton, and on cycleways between the towns. The companies will pay an annual licence fee of $72.79 a year per scooter.
With people taking 22,677 rides on scooters by mid-July, Mayor Sam Broughton says the scooters are another sign of Selwyn as a forward-looking district that embraces new ideas.
“It’s great to see the scooters have been used by the community as an alternative to hopping in a car. I’m delighted that we now have a permanent environ mentally friendly and convenient option for getting around our towns.”
The Council granted a six month trial to the companies to operate a total of 300 scooters, starting in mid-December last year. The trial was due to end in June, but was extended to the end of July because of the Level 4 lockdown period.
For the trial to mid-July people were using the scooters at an average of over 3,800 trips a month. There were no accidents or significant injuries reported over that time.
During the trial, there was one substantiated complaint of an e-scooter left on the road. The scooter in the road was rapidly removed and the company apologised.
There were two complaints of scooters blocking footpaths and Council staff found both scooters were correctly parked. Council also received 11 complaints from people who said they did not like the scooters.
The Councillors noted that the companies had been professional and accommodating of Council requests and have endeavoured to provide a quality service for e-scooter users within the District.
– Selwyn District Council
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Welcome to my very first film review column in the Lincoln Community News. The Apollo Cinema has been open for nearly 10 months and now it’s time to introduce myself! I am Martin Bennett, aka Professor Dodsworth (yes my middle name really!) and I’m the owner of The Laboratory and the Apollo Cinema. I would not class myself as a ‘film buff’ but I do love to go to the movies (almost as much as my wife Lisa does!)
So when I was asked to write a monthly review of the films coming up I was daunted, as I feel that not only have I been unable to see most of the films myself yet, but even if I had, would my opinion of them be of any use to you? What I can do, however, is tell you what is coming up, what I believe the films to be about, who they might appeal to and perhaps some trivia to interest you. I cannot say if you will enjoy them and indeed I find that the films which receive the 5 star reviews are often the least popular and vice versa!
For the month of August we have a nice variety of films on offer. Already showing is Shirley a film staring Elizabeth Moss, made famous for her role in the Netfix series The Handmaid’s Tale, here she plays the part of renowned American horror writer Shirley Jackson in this biopic drama, critically acclaimed acting from many of the cast in this slightly dark but gripping plot.
For what might seem like a little light relief we have Greed, staring Steve Coogan, as a retail billionaire who is celebrating his 60th birthday in Greece. Filled with Coogan’s usual cringeworthy gags, this film also has inner meaning and depth, which will leave you considering the fate of us all in this increasingly materialistic world.
Then we have a Kiwi film for you, This Town is arguably based around the life of David Bain, and is a humorous look at how an accused murdered rebuilds his life and relationships. I never miss a Kiwi film, and this ones as quirky as ever, another great chance to see our own world through the cameras lens.
For those of you experiencing a mid-life crisis maybe Where’d You Go, Bernadette? is the film for you! Cate Blanchett stars as Bernadette Fox, an architect who abandons her day-to-day life in pursuit of reigniting her creative passion. The film explores the struggle between
personal creative exploits and family life, and the pressure parents feel when they are faced with starting a new chapter once their children enter adulthood.
If it’s a British feel-good film in the style of The Full Monty or Brassed Off you’re after, then Military Wives could be the one for you. Set in a military camp where the stay-at-home wives get together in a choir and find themselves caught up in a media sensation. Heart-warming with few surprises, but sure to be a big hit in Lincoln.
Tenet is a British/American spy thriller set in Denmark, Estonia, India, Italy, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States! Staring John David Washington and many big names including Michael Caine and Kenneth Branagh. The story involves a plane crash and it became apparent during production that it was going to be cheaper to purchase a 747 than to use special effects!
If you are looking for one for the kids then Mulan could be the family film for you. Disney’s rendition of this legendary story of a female warrior from Chinese history. Rated at PG this is probably suited best to the teens due to some violent scenes.
Foreign films spin your wheels? Well we have a thrilling drama this month. A Son is set in Tunisia, where a holiday ends in disaster for a Tunisian couple and their 10-year old son when he is accidentally shot in an ambush. His injury will change their lives – he needs a liver transplant, which leads to the discovery of a long-buried secret. This French/Arabic film is subtitled.
Rams is an Australian re-make of a film I saw a few years ago in the International Film Festival, originally set in Iceland, This version stars our own Sam Neill, Miranda Richardson (Harry Potter) and Michael Caton (Last Cab to Darwin). It’s the hilarious portrayal of two feuding sheep farming brothers forced to band together to defeat a higher power that threatens their prized animals.
Well I hope there are one or two films there that tickle your fancy, if not I’ll have a whole lot more for you next month!
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The Lincoln Envirotown Community Gardens are located on James Street, behind the Maternity
Hospital. The coordinator, Ruth Wood, invites visitors to visit the gardens on Thursday afternoons from
2-4 pm, or at other times by arrangement.For more info contact the coordinator Ruth Wood. Email: [email protected] Phone: 021 074 3905.
Community Gardens Report After the enforced closure of the Community Gardens, we are back in business with four workshops being planned for the remainder of the year.
On Saturday 22nd August, Greg Quinn of Home Orchard Care will demonstrate techniques for maintaining pip fruit trees. Previous workshops on this topic have attracted folk who are seeking information on older trees that need restoring to be productive. Greg will address this issue as well as covering techniques for establishing and maintaining new trees. A $5 koha is requested for this event.
On Saturday 5th September, Roger McLenaghen and Judith Butel of Lincoln University will present their annual workshop on soils and its importance for home gardens. This year participants are invited to bring a sample of their vegetable garden soil to be assessed for its quality.
Looking further ahead we are having a workshop on earthworms and another covering basic vegetable gardening later in the year. More details next month.
Our weekly gathering for volunteers at the Community Gardens will commence again on Thursday 13th August.
On a recent holiday at Hokitika we discovered this oversized wheelbarrow.
Ruth Wood, Coordinator Phone: 021 074 3905
Mahoe Reserve Planting Day A very successful planting day at the Mahoe Reserve was held on Sunday 5th July. Thirty-four volunteers turned up including students from Lincoln University and Lincoln High School, lots of locals and not so locals including a Selwyn District Councillor. Especial thanks go to Mike Bowie for organising all the plants, son Matt, as well as other committee members Sue Allan, Ralph Scott, Andrew Hammond and Randi Hutchinson. We really missed Meryl and Mark and the students from Florida University! Hope they can be with us next year!
We planted 190 trees and tried out a few home-made cardboard plant guards.
Now we just need you all back to work on the weeds in the Spring! Remember working bees are first Sunday of the month at 2.00pm.
Sue Jarvis, Chair of the Mahoe Reserve Management committee.
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A workshop conducted by Greg Quinn at the Lincoln Envirotown Community Gardens on Saturday 22nd August from 10.00 – 11.30 am
Greg Quinn of Home Orchard Care has spent over twenty years working on private and commercial orchards in New Zealand, Australia and the United Kingdom. He now provides maintenance services for backyard fruit trees, from new plantings to neglected trees. Greg says:
“Not unlike people, fruit trees can often either be cured of pests and diseases or with help can live on for a time with the ailment. Regular and correct pruning in combination with a basic spray programme can ensure many fruitful years for the home orchard”.
A $5 koha per person will be appreciated. Garden tools and plant containers of a wide range of sizes for sale
The Lincoln Envirotown Community Gardens are located on James Street, at the rear of the Lincoln Maternity Hospital. Please park on the street.
For more information please contact Ruth Wood, Lincoln Community Gardens Coordinator (Phone: 021 074 3905 or [email protected])
A workshop on the key characteristics of soil, their importance, and how to maintain healthy garden soil
The soil is the foundation of a healthy garden, whether it is a lawn, a vegetable garden or a simple flower garden.
Roger McLenaghen and Judith Butel of Lincoln University will present the workshop at the Lincoln Envirotown Community Gardens on
Saturday 5th September, from 10.00 to 11.30am.Roger and Judith are tutors in the Soil Science Department. They run soil science laboratories for undergraduate classes, and Roger lectures to Diploma students.
Bring along an ice cream container of your vegetable garden soil if you would like to have it assessed
Lincoln Envirotown Community Gardens are located on James St, behind the Maternity Hospital. Please park on the street. Gold coin donation appreciated to support the Community Gardens.
For more information, contact the Coordinator, Ruth Wood Mobile: 021 074 3905; Email: [email protected]
www.lincolnenvirotown.org.nz
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community care lincoln
On the morning of the 1st of July it was wet, windy and miserable but the Wednesday walking group rallied in the Community Care foyer and set off bravely in the weather for their weekly walk. All were in high spirits and looking forward to catching up with each other despite the cold conditions. We heard the walk was finished off with a coffee at a local café to warm up, dry off and have a few laughs. It was awesome for those of us in the Community Care office to see people coming along excited for the weeks events and getting back to normal.
Wednesday Walking Group: from left, Jill, Jacqui, Trish, Marie, Noel, Alastair, and Mike.
There are three walking groups open to Community Care Lincoln members (you can join CCL for a small annual fee). These groups are a fun and social way to get out and about and get to know new people while wandering around various areas of Lincoln and districts. Both the Tuesday and Wednesday groups are full but there is now a group on Fridays, which is taking new members. Please call into our office at 16 Lyttelton Street, Lincoln if you are interested in joining this group.
Plot to PotWe are incredibly lucky to have New Zealand’s answer to Sir David Attenborough – Distinguished Professor of Ecology Stephen Wratten – talk to us here at Community Care Lincoln about Biological Pest Control in the home garden on Monday the 24th August 6:30 to 7:30pm. Please contact us to register for this special talk. Ph 325 2007, email [email protected] or pop in to our offices at 17th Lyttleton street (behind the library)
Brolly SheetsBrolly Sheets (bed protection) are available for purchase from Community Care Lincoln. Use these fabulous bed pads for any reason; whether it be ‘wee’ accidents, fevers, night sweats, or kids sleep overs. They are also a great product for protecting the beds from pets in the winter months. This pad will be a guaranteed lifesaver for catching any accidents or spills making laundry lighter and life a little simpler. 100% soft cotton, quiet, breathable and super absorbent. Brolly Sheets come in most sizes and a range of colours.
Meals on WheelsWith the winter chill being felt a lot lately it is even more important to make sure you are getting hot nutritious meals every day. A healthy meal contributes to keeping your physical and mental health at its best. With a referral we can deliver a CDHB subsidised Meals on Wheels to Lincoln, Prebbleton, Springston, Tai Tapu, Rolleston and surrounds for those who meet the eligibility criteria. Meals on Wheels is flexible and can be short term; great for during post medical treatment recovery. Please talk to your doctor or phone us for more information.
Keep your eye out on the Community Care Lincoln notice board, Facebook or website for all the latest information. Web: www.lincolncomcare.co.nz FB: facebook.com/lincolncommunitycare If you want to receive direct our communications, please join our mailing list. You can do this by popping into our offices, drop us an email – [email protected] or phone 325 2007
Do you want to get away from the traditional chemical controls of your garden Pests, both the
animal and vegetation variety? Join us for the ever educational ever entertaining
Professor Steve Wratten as he takes us through the journey and possibilities of Biological
Pest Control with an opportunity to have your questions answered.
AT: Community Care Lincoln 16 Lyttelton St, Lincoln (Behind the library)
FROM: 6:30 to 7:30pm; Monday 24th August Donations appreciated to support Community Care Lincoln
Pre-registration is required: Contact Community Care Lincoln on 325 2007 or [email protected]
The End of an EraThe Lincoln WI Entertainers wish to inform the seniors of Lincoln that because of the Covid-19 Lockdown we are sorry to say we are unable to be ready to perform our usual August Concert this year. Having been performing for 57 years we have now decided to call it a day, but it is our intention to put on a final concert next year in August 2021 as our ‘Last Hurrah!’
We thank you sincerely for your previous support and attendances. In the meantime stay warm, stay healthy.
lincoln women’s institute Selling In Winter24 Cunningham Terrace, Lyttelton24 Cunningham Terrace, Lyttelton
Who says that homes don’t sell in winter?The standard response when you’re thinking about selling your home but are not sure when, is “sell in spring”. And there’s plenty of truth in that as warmer, drier weather and post-winter itchy feet drive potential buyers out to open homes. But life doesn’t stop for winter! People still need to move, whether it be for new jobs, for family reasons or just those itchy feet, no matter what the season, and those that are making the effort to get out and about house shopping at open homes on cold, wet days tend to be more focused and motivated to buy.
Your home for local propertyFour Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd | Licensed Agent REAA 20086 Gerald Street, Lincoln 03 662 9933
Authorised by Amy Adams MP, 829 Main South Road, Templeton, Christchurch.
Hon Amy Adams MP for SelwynSelwyn Office • 03 344 0418829 Main South Road Templeton, Christchurch [email protected]
senior citizens
Lynette Kelcher provided a great musical afternoon; playing, singing and talking about her piano accordion. As a member of the Canterbury Accordion Association she invited us to their Variety Concert at St Stephens Church, 376 Yaldhurst Road, Christchurch, on Sunday 2nd August at 2pm. Tickets $5.
This was followed by after noon tea where Betty Shankie, one of our longest serving members, cut the cake, made at Rustic Bakery Café, to celebrate our 44th Birthday.
4th August – Outing to Riccarton House for a tour and lunch.
1st September – Speaker Sam Broughton, Mayor of Selwyn
New members welcome. Any queries to Theresa, phone (03) 325 2449 or email [email protected]
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Lincoln Bridge Club Free Beginners Lessons
Tuesday evenings 7.30–9.30pm. Lincoln Event CentreContact Stuart on 325 3222.Lincoln Bridge Club is a friendly, social club playing Duplicate Bridge. The club meets on Monday afternoons at the Event Centre from 1.30–4.30pm and on Thursday evenings from 7.15–10.30pm.
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Exhibition: ‘Godzone – Our Own’Robyn Schroeder and Debbie Garland 5 August to 30 August This show was cut short by the lockdown but is finally able to have its time. We are back to pre-Covid hours from 5 August too. At Down by the Liffey Gallery, 1 James Street, Lincoln. Open Wednesday to Thursday 11.30am to 2.30pm, Friday to Sunday 10am to 4pm. Phone (03) 325 2877.
Lincoln Scottish Country Dance Club The Lincoln Scottish Country Dance Club meets in the Lincoln Events Centre, Meijer Drive, from 7.30pm on Tuesdays. Looking for fun, friendship and fitness? Then come along for a look as the first night is free. New members are most welcome as full tuition is given and a partner is not essential. For any further information, contact Chris ph 347 8874 or Coreen ph 344 2057.
St Patrick’s Craft and Friendship GroupJoin a small, friendly group of people, who either bring along a current craft project or come just for friendship and afternoon tea. Current group members include knitters, embroiderers and sewers so they can teach others or help with any problems. Everyone is welcome to come along. The group meet in St Patrick’s Parish Centre, which is joined to St Patrick’s Catholic Church at 31 Gerald Street, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm on the first and third Tuesday of every month. For more information contact Yvonne on 366 9795 / 027 334 1151 or Isobel on 347 7550 / 027 689 7016.
Selwyn SeniorNet – Venue ChangeSeniorNet Lincoln Classes, starting for the Term 3, 2020, will now be held at the Rolleston Men’s Shed, Dynes Road Rolleston, each Friday 10am to 12pm starting Friday 24th July. (Selwyn SeniorNet will NOT be on Wednesday at the Lincoln Events Centre.) Friendly, knowledgeable tutors can help you with all your computer needs. All welcome. For further details telephone John on 325 2515.
Mindfulness – Breathwork and MeditationEvery Thursday night 6.30–7.30pm$10 per session. Held at Unit 3, 14 Gerald Street, Lincoln. For more information phone 021 122 0841. Search on Facebook @ Sensing Full Awareness or visit www.sensingfullawareness.co.nz
Springston Floral Art Group The Springston Floral Art Group meet every third Thursday evening at the Springston Community Hall. Our membership is drawn from all the surrounding areas including Lincoln. For more info contact Jill Jackson (Secretary), phone 347 3345.
Organ/Piano Player WantedSt Patrick’s Catholic Church Lincoln is looking for a
local person to play the organ/piano at their services on a roster basis. Anyone interested please contact the
Parish Secretary at 31 Gerald Street, Lincoln, Phone 325 2770 or Email: [email protected].
Springston Enviro Secret Community Garden Backyard Composting Workshop10.30am Sunday 16 August, Gold Coin DonationMaking the most of your household’s green waste and producing compost in your own backyard can save so many resources while increasing the productivity and health of your garden!
We’re passionate about teaching and helping people to have a positive impact on their environment. A third of all food that is produced is thrown out, wasting the precious land and water resources that have gone into its production. Food waste in landfills is one of the biggest contributors of the harmful gases that cause global warming.
Learn the fundamentals of creating your own backyard compost bin from our resident expert Sue Jarvis as we demonstrate building our own bins layers and discuss the placement, properties and processes involved in the compost composition.
For further information contact Tina 021 073 8092 Email: [email protected]
PEA STRAW FOR SALEWE DELIVER!Help the Lions continue with their current fundraising projects. Ellesmere Lions now have pea straw for sale. Small bales $6 and medium squares at $50. Price includes delivery in Lincoln and Selwyn District. Please contact: Richard Boyce, phone 325 2279 or Alex Hayward, phone 324 4094.
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The Master Weaver The acts of God in creating us as a community of faith are often likened to the weaving process. Weaving involves assembling thousands of threads of yarn to form a fabric where each thread contributes to its overall strength, durability, flexibility and beauty. Using threads of different colours contributes diversity and enables attractive patterns to be formed. Every thread plays a part in enabling the weaver to make a successful masterpiece. In Ephesians 2:10 in the Bible, Paul says “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Also, in Colossians 2:2, Paul writes “I want you woven in a tapestry of love, in touch with everything there is to know of God.” God is weaving his outstanding masterpiece of life, using all of us as follows: 1. He is the Master Designer and Weaver and we are the threads in his fabric. 2. Just as all the threads contribute to a strong, attractive fabric, all of us matter in his masterpiece. 3. All threads are of equal importance in a fabric; we all are of equal importance to God. 4. In a fabric the intermingling of the threads holds the structure together; in God’s masterpiece it is Love that
holds everything together. 5. While the world-wide Christian community (its ‘fabric’) has huge diversity, what unites us all as Christians is the
example of God’s son, Jesus. He is the perfect model for our lives. If you Google “The Weaver” you will find a poem that beautifully describes how we are part of God’s grand plan. Each year the New Zealand Baptist Missionary Society has Prayer and Self-Denial appeal to provide opportunities to think about, pray for and engage with mission work around the world. The theme for this year “The Master’s Piece”, using the metaphor of a beautifully woven tapestry. See www.nzbms.org.nz
The Sparklers are shining brightly Sparklers is our Sunday morning programme for children of preschool age. The children enjoy learning about Jesus and hearing stories from the Bible. They recently learnt about Jonah and his scary encounter with the whale (see below), and his eventual obedience to God’s command to go to Nineveh to speak to the people there. The children also love playing together and even have their own safe outdoor area.
We meet in small groups during the week in homes, and also on Sundays at 10am to hear from God in the Bible, to praise Him in song, and to enjoy fellowship together. Everyone welcome.
To listen to recent sermons, or for information about our gatherings, ministries and activities, check out our website: www.thelink.nz
• Friendly, welcoming and caring environment • Meet other local mums, dads and caregivers • Suitable for 0 to 5 years • Fun songs, rhymes and actions which help your
child’s development • We provide instruments and props • We provide morning tea, and toys for the children
New information on flooding and coastal hazards in SelwynSelwyn District Council has started informing landowners of the latest findings on flooding and coastal hazard risks, and how it’s proposing to manage them in the new District Plan.
This work is part of the current District Plan Review. All Councils are legally required to assess and manage natural hazards risk, such as flooding, coastal erosion and inundation (flooding by the sea), and to consider them in the District Plan. This now includes that Councils assess the risks from more extreme weather events and how climate change effects over the next 100 years could affect them.
The Council, with the help of Environment Canterbury, has carried out computer-based flood modelling to predict the extent and depth of flooding that could happen during a one-in-200 year and a one-in-500-year flood, says Tim Harris, Council’s Group Manager Environmental and Regulatory Services.
As a result of having to assess the risk from flooding in a 200-year flood event, a much larger area of the district has now been identified as being susceptible to flooding.
“While the biggest change from the current District Plan is the size of the district that is affected in some way, we are proposing to manage flood risks with similar restrictions to what’s in the current District Plan,” says Mr Harris.
The main change the Council is proposing is that any new dwellings built on affected areas would be required to have a higher minimum floor height.
“For the majority of properties the increase is likely to be only a few centimetres,” Mr Harris says.
The changes would only affect new projects, and only on areas of a property that are at risk from flooding.
In the meantime, any new Land Information Memorandum (LIM) reports for an affected property will contain a note indicating that the property may be susceptible to flooding and/or coastal erosion and/or inundation under certain circumstances. The note will also identify the latest technical information held by the Council. It is a legal requirement that councils have to include all relevant information they hold about a property in relation to natural hazards in a LIM.
While such floods aren’t a common event, careful planning for natural hazards is necessary.
“A one-in-200-year flood has a 0.5 percent chance of happening in any given year. However, it’s important we let all affected landowners know of an existing natural hazard and how we propose to manage it in the new District Plan. Keeping our communities safe and protecting our environment is part of our job, so it’s important we do this work. We want to help minimise any negative impact such a hazard might have for them and their assets,” says Mr Harris.
“It’s important to note that any proposed rules for the potentially affected areas are a few years away before having any effect.”
The Council is expecting to notify the Proposed District Plan for
formal public consultation by the middle of this year, when people will have the opportunity to make a submission on any of the proposed provisions, including how the flood and coastal hazard areas are mapped.
It’s expected that the new Proposed District Plan will be fully in place by mid-2022, subject to any Environment Court appeals. Until then, the current rules for building and resource consents continue to apply.
For more information, including map with affected areas and all the technical reports, check out the Council’s engagement hub Your Say Selwyn – yoursay.selwyn.govt.nz/dprflooding
If you would like to talk to Council about your affected property can still do that by calling 0800 SELWYN (735 996), emailing [email protected], or coming into our offices in Rolleston.
– Selwn District Council
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our local community!
Rates extensionSelwyn ratepayers who may be facing financial difficulties as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for a payment extension.
You can extend payment out to 30 June 2021, provided you agree to a payment plan with the Council. This extension is available for the final instalment of rates for the 2019/20 financial year and rates for the 2020/21 financial year.
Payments can be made by direct debit weekly, fortnightly or monthly and will need to be a minimum of $10 per week.
To apply for the rates extension fill out the form in the rates section of the Sewyn District Council website. To complete your request you will need your Valuation Number, which can be found on your rates invoice, or by contacting us on 0800 SELWYN (735 996).
An easy way to pay your rates is by direct debit. You can set up a direct debit by filling out the Direct Debit Authority form online.
If you are considering cancelling or stopping an existing direct debit arrangement that you have with the Council, please contact us first. If you cancel the direct debit authority directly with your bank there is a nine-month security stand down period before it can be reinstated. This is because the Council is authorised to set up the direct debit arrangement directly, rather than you having to set it up with your bank.
– Selwyn District Council
Stay safe on the roads this winterWinter is back, with a new set of challenges for driving, so we’re encouraging drivers to be alert, slow down and stay safe.
As the weather changes through winter, driving challenges can change quickly with fog, ice, snow, rain, shorter daylight hours and sunstrike. The district also has many shaded areas where large trees or hedges prevent roads from thawing during cooler winter days.
Staying alert and taking extra care is essential, but winter driving does not have to be dangerous or intimidating. Preparing your vehicle and adjusting your driving for the conditions goes a long way towards ensuring your safety and that of others.
To help you start off safe we’ve created a simple four step checklist for when you start and one for when you’re driving. Before you start your car make sure your wiper blades, headlights and tyres are working in good condition and your windscreen is clear inside and out.
And when you’re driving – make sure you can see clearly through your windows in all directions, watch out for shaded areas on the road, keep your distance from the car in front, and if the weather is bad put your lights on.
– Selwyn District Council
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useful contactsArt Group of Lincoln 351 7958Community Garden 021 074 3905Down by the Liffey Gallery 325 2877 Ellesmere Indoor Bowls 325 3143Ellesmere Probus Club 325 3087Liffey Toastmasters 027 955 7996Lincoln Badminton Club 347 9707Lincoln Bowling Club 325 2289Lincoln Bridge Club 349 9817Lincoln Business Assn 325 2039Lincoln Community Care 325 2007Lincoln Community Committee 021 171 1054Lincoln Cricket Club 325 2830Lincoln & Districts Historical Soc. 325 3320Lincoln Envirotown 329 5858Lincoln Farmers’ Market 329 5757Lincoln Girl Guides 027 462 8871Lincoln Golf Club 325 2453Lincoln ICONZ 347 8722Lincoln Indoor Bowls 347 3212Lincoln Masonic Lodge 349 9905Lincoln Menz Shed 325 2632Lincoln Netball Club [email protected] Outdoor Bowls 325 2289Lincoln Patchwork and Quilting 348 6098Lincoln Plunket 325 2179Lincoln Rugby Club 027 303 1879Lincoln Scouts 021 258 5680 (text)Lincoln Table Tennis Club 325 7694Lincoln Tennis Club 325 3177Lincoln Women’s Institute 741 1549Mother4Mother 357 4970Rotary Club of Lincoln 325 2132Selwyn Lions 325 7957Selwyn Parenting Network 021 166 8603Selwyn Printing Co. 325 2052Senior Citizens Club 325 2449SeniorNet 347 2755Spinning Group 421 1125Springs Day Club 325 7999Springston Evening Garden Club 344 5781Springston Floral Art Club 347 3345Springston Garden Club (daytime) [email protected] Tapu Garden Club 329 6268Time Banking 423 0456Toy Library 021 102 5442U3A Ellesmere 741 1855Community Dental 0800 846 983 Healthline 0800 611 116Lincoln Comm. Response 325 7732 Lincoln Library 347 2876Lincoln Maternity Hospital 325 2802Lincoln Police 378 0160Lincoln Fire Station 325 2801Nurse Maude 375 4200Selwyn Community Watch 325 2449 The information included in this newsletter is provided as a service to our community. The Selwyn Printing Company is not responsible for the accuracy of information. Any updates or alterations, please get in touch!
local events
Below are some of the events being held in Selwyn District over upcoming months. Got a listing? Let us know via email: [email protected]
Workshop – Don’t Treat Your Soil Like DirtLincoln Envirotown
Community Gardens, 10am
THURSDAY 17 SEPTFocus For Future – Selwyn Environmental Short Film
Comp – Awards Ceremony6pm, Lincoln Event Centre
SUNDAY 20 SEPTEMBERGatewood Market
788 Old Tai Tapu Rd, Tai Tapu10am–3pm
WEDNESDAY 23 SEPTBubbles Evening
The Flaming Rabbit, Lincoln $30pp.
October 2020SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER
Lincoln Comedy Night7pm, Lincoln Event Centre
Tickets on sale now
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Minister: Rev. Phyllis Harris Ph: 325 2257 20 James Street, Lincoln [email protected] www.lincolnchurch.org.nz
Lincoln’s Old Manse is being offered for removal Since the completion of Lincoln Union Church’s new hall, Te Whare Manaaki – The Welcome Place, the Old Manse in East Belt is no longer needed. The congregation cannot afford to maintain it and are offering it for removal for a nominal sum of $1.00. They are hoping that someone who appreciates the building’s history and architectural significance will be able to give it a new home. It could be converted to an attractive and unique residence, café, shop or other use.
In 1887 an architect was asked to draw up plans for a 7 room house with stables and outbuildings. The building was completed in 1889 and the ministers of the Presbyterian church lived here until the new manse was built in 1964. Since then, the Old Manse has been used as a general purpose building for both church and community use. There have been some modifications from the original layout but many original features remain. The building was rewired, reclad and re-roofed in 1986-89. The exterior was repainted in 2000, and some interior plasterwork repaired and repainted in 2011 after earthquake damage.
Minor quantities of asbestos were removed by qualified contractors in February 2020 prior to planned demolition in March, and the building has also been permanently disconnected from the mains power supply.
For more information please visit the church website, email [email protected] or phone 325 2257. Genuine expressions of interest should be received by 31 August 2020.
Incorporating St Stephen’s, Lincoln; St Mary’s, Springston;
St Mark’s, Greenpark and St Paul’s, Tai Tapu.
St Stephen’s and St Paul’s have a weekly service
at 10am Sundays. The others meet at 9 or 9.30am,
2–3 times a month.
Contact for more details: Jill Jackson
People’s Warden Ph. 347 3345
Rev. Mark Barlow lincolnanglican.org
www.lincolnbaptist.org.nz
Please do check us out on our website or phone us at the office on: 325-3396. We hope that you will find out more about who we are, what we value and when we meet together.
We hold a large number of activities for children, youth and adults throughout the week. Our aim is to benefit our local community in a Christ-centred way , and enjoy worshipping God together.
Kim Peters Senior Pastor
at church
It might seem early to be thinking about Christmas and the New Year, but this is an ideal time to get sorted. The Selwyn Printing Company are here to help create everything from corporate gifts, to personalised wallplanners, wall calendars, desk calendars or desk pads.
Calendars can be custom made with a unique design, or your photos can be added to one of our templates. We can arrange mailouts direct to your customers.
There are a wide range of corporate gifting solutions available for Christmas. Get your branding onto tote bags, reusable coffee cups, calendars, pens, hats, clothing, keyrings and more! There’s so much to choose from and we are here to help get a cost-effective solution for your corporate gifts. We can produce your personalised Christmas cards, and take care of the mailing, too.
For more information and for no-obligation quotes, contact Ange Holland. Phone 027 418 4129 or email [email protected]
The Selwyn Printing Company offers a full range of print, clothing and graphic design services. Located here in Lincoln at 13 Gerald Street, and in the Izone in Rolleston. Find us on Facebook at fb.com/selwynprint
Time to start thinking about Christmas gifts and 2021 calendars
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August Group Fitness Promotion
15 Meijer Drive, Lincoln lincolneventcentre selwyn.govt.nz/lec
Experience the benefits of Spin, Pump, Step, Tai Chi and HIIT classes for less!*
Event Centre
Spin 9.15–10am
Spin 6–6.45pm
Get Your Skates On
3.30–4.30pm
Little Dancing Feet 10.30–11am
Step Pump Combo
6–6.50pm
Pilates* 8–9pm
Pilates* 7–8pm
Tai Chi 9–10am
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Mature & Motivated
10–10.45am
Mature & Motivated
10–10.45am
Junior Spin (13–19 yrs)
6.30–7.15pm
Spin 9.15–10am
Spin 6–6.45pm
Spin 6–6.45am
Spin 6–6.45am
Spin (Enduro) 9–10am
HIIT 9.15–10.15am
Strength and Balance
10.15–10.45am
Active Mums 9.15–10am
Baby Gym 10.15–11am
Mini Gym (3–5 yrs)
11–11.45am
Mini Gym (1–2 yrs)
9.30–10.15am
Pump 5.15–6.15pm
Pump for Beginners
6.30–7.15pm
Pump 6–7pm
Cardio Pump 9.15–10am
*Promotion must be purchased and redeemed 1–31 August 2020. Available to use for wet and dry group fitness classes only, other services not included. Pass can be used across multiple facilities including Selwyn Aquatic Centre, Lincoln Event Centre, Rolleston Community Centre and West Melton Community and Recreation Centre. Bookings advised for aqua and spin classes.
