Local News for Local Communities
Issue 1,156
Friday 11th October 2024
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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Local Market Guide Pages 7-10
Give Golf a Go Page 12
CELEBRATING DIVERSITY
T
he Darfield Residents Association (DRA) Multicultural Potluck Dinner held on Saturday September 28 was a great success. The event, in its second year, brought together residents from across the district to celebrate the diverse cultures, foods, and traditions that make up the vibrant Darfield community. The dinner, held at the Darfield Recreation Centre, saw residents from different cultural backgrounds come together to enjoy the entertainment and share homemade dishes, stories, and experiences. From traditional Kiwi meals to dishes representing the rich flavours of Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa, and Aotearoa, the variety of food on offer highlighted the rich cultural tapestry of Darfield. Attendees expressed their joy at the opportunity to make new friends and learn more about the diverse cultures represented in the community. "The Multicultural Potluck Dinner was a wonderful success, and we are overwhelmed by the positive feedback from participants,” says Harvey Polglase, chair of the Darfield Residents Association. “It was heartwarming to see so many members of our community come together to share not only food but good company. Events like this remind us of the power of unity and inclusivity.” In addition to the dinner, the evening featured cultural performances from local talent such as the Malvern Kapa Haka group – Ngā Puawai o Tawera, Darfield Ukulele Group and a dance routine from India, further enriching the atmosphere of celebration. Families and individuals alike praised the event as a platform for fostering understanding, respect, and friendship among people from various cultural backgrounds. DRA extends its heartfelt thanks to all those who contributed to the evening's success, whether by cooking, performing, or attending. The association looks forward to hosting more community events in the future that celebrate the diversity in Darfield.
Darfield locals trying some delicious food at the Multicultural Potluck dinner.
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CYCLEWAY ISSUES
hile cyclists may be applauding the Selwyn District Council for linking West Melton to Rolleston with a combined walk/cycleway, residents, whose road frontages the pathway crosses at the West Melton township end, are not happy. In fact, some residents are concerned that there will be a fatality due to the speed cyclists are travelling and the poor visibility homeowners have when easing out of their driveways in their vehicles. Residents say they had no say before the construction of the cycleway and how it would affect them. West Melton resident Julie Manera says, “The Council didn’t let us know about the cycleway – there was no consultation by letter, email, or phone call asking our thoughts on it.” She says she and other residents are very concerned about the safety aspect of the cycleway and have contacted the Selwyn District Council. “Cyclists do not look to see if there is a car coming out of the driveway. We are told to go really slowly out of our drive,” says Julie. “There have been painted signs put onto the end of our drives with a line and a painted cyclist/walker.” Cont on page 6...
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