October 2008 Vol 6 No 9 Issue 63

Fortyfifth in the Historical Homes of Richmond Series

48 Perth StreetColes Mitcheson was born in Yaxley, Huntingdonshre (later changed to Cambridgeshire), in 1838. Coles' earlylife was on a farm where he worked as a farm labourer. Later he became a builder/stonemason and moved toLondon where he met his bride-to-be, Mary Ellen O'Connor, who he married in 1866. Their first daughter wasborn the following year, and a year later Coles sailed to New Zealand to find work and accommodation. His wifeand daughter followed in 1870 with assisted emigration on the clipper ship 'Ramsay'. The voyage of eighty-twodays was said to be so bad that Mary Ellen vowed she would never see the sea again and she never did for theremaining sixty years of her life.On settling in Christchurch they rented a house in Kilmore Street, where their next four children were bom.In 1877 they purchased a section in Perth Street where, within two and a half years, they had built their home,a two storey dwelling with solid concrete walls and an iron roof. It is believed their eldest daughter Mary Ellencarried buckets of concrete for her father when she was eleven or twelve years old. The house had only fourrooms, two downstairs and two upstairs, reached by a narrow staircase. It must have been cramped for the parentsand their seven children, but it was theirs and a freehold property. This charming house, which looks as though ithas been taken from the English countryside, is still there today.Coles worked for the rest of his life as a builder/stonemason, being employed on the Christchurch Cathedral andthe Sumner School for the Deaf. The couple's seven children were: Mary Ellen Jnr (1867 - 1930), who marriedCharles Baker; William (1871 - 1920) who was a plasterer and never married; John (1874 - 1897) who also nevermarried and died in an accident, followed by twins Coles Jnr (1877 - 1906) and Thomas (1877 - 1905) neither ofwhom married. Thomas died of consumption aged twenty-nine and it was said that Coles pined for him until hisdeath nine months later, also of consumption. Elizabeth (1879 - 1899) never married and died of meningitis, whilethe youngest, Alice Winifred (1880 - 1974) was born on Christmas day, married Walter Dangerfield, had eightchildren, lived a long, healthy life and died aged ninety-three.Coles caught a chill while building a snowman for his grandchildren, which resulted in his death in July 1901, andhis wife died in 1929. They are buried in the Churchyard at Holy Trinity, Avonside, together with sons Coles andThomas and daughters Mary Ellen and Elizabeth.Alan Williamson.

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What's on in OctoberAvebury House, situated at 9 Eveleyn Couzins Ave.Richmond, is a community-run, low cost facility thathas rooms available for hire. Situated in the midst ofAvebury Park, the house, which has been refurbished, hasrun several open days and social events. In addition to theamenities for hire, the following classes and activities areavailable:Gentle Exercise Class - Mondays 1- 2pm(Wear comfortable clothing). Suggested donation $3.00.This Sit and Be Fit class is a fun and healthy way to retainmobility, independence and meet new people. Designedespecially for those with limited mobility, older adultsand those with health or weight problems.Enjoy these simple and gentle classes at your pace, andenjoy a cup of tea with us afterwards.Richmondjiistorv GroupHeld on 2nd Wednesday of each month. No cost.Next meeting Wednesday 10 November 4 - 5pm.The History Group meets to share resources and researchon items of Richmond's heritage. The Richmond Room,a resource room with displays, magazines and items ofinterest has been set up at Avebury. These resources areavailable to the public at no charge.Embroidery Group - Mondays 1 - 4pm.Beginners to advanced. Tuition available from a patient,experienced tutor.Please ring Allison on 388-9377 for more information.Shirley Brownie groupMeets at 6pm every Tuesday at Avebury House, excludingschool holidays. Contact Sue on 352-5551 for details.Music & Movement for Babies and Pre-schoolersThis popular group meets on Fridays 11 am - 12 noon,excluding school holidays. Cost $3 first child, $1.50for each subsequent child. For enrolment/enquiries ringUrsula on 332-0633 or just come along.Flax Weaving Courses with AH Brown10am - 4pm.Ph Ali Brown 326-7834 for registrations.Hugs All Round Quilt ProjectWednesdays 1 - 4pm, enquiries to 381-6615.Tai Chi Class - Especially adapted for older adultsFridays: Advanced 12.15 - 1.15pm. Suggested donation$3.00.Ring Avebury House for details.Music Together of ChristchurchAn internationally recognised and research-basedprogramme; Song book and CDs included. Birth to agefive. Avebury House,Thursdays 9.30-10.15am. Registernow!Contact Jennifer: 328-7787directorfairnusictogetlierofchristchurch.comwww. mus icto gethero fchristch urch .comFor further information about facilities and classesetc. please contact: Lesley McMillan,Community Development Worker:Ph 381-6615.

We all worry about the health of our families - a well-functioning, efficient and world-class health service ishugely important to everyone. New Zealanders wantand deserve shorter waiting times, less bureaucracy,and a trusted and motivated health workforce.However, the reality is that it's harder to see ahospital specialist, and emergency departments aregridlocked. Kiwis have to be sicker to get surgery, andstaff shortages mean the wait to see a GP is ever-increasing. Despite throwing billions of extra dollars athealth, all Labour has achieved is a ballooning healthbureaucracy and diversion of resources away frompatient care.This can't go on. That's why the first ofNational's health policy announcements makes it clearwe will put patients first and deliver the healthcarethat all Kiwis deserve.We will continue the growth inhealth spending set out in the 2008 Budget, includingthe Government's indicative spending allocations.However, we will spend that extra funding morewisely by reducing waste and bureaucracy, and liftingproductivity. Rampant and ever-growing bureaucracyIs stifling our public health system. That's why Nationalwill reduce the bureaucracy in health and movethe savings to frontline care. Under Labour, healthprofessionals have had an increasingly limited say onhow health services are provided. National will ensurethat doctors, nurses, and other health professionalshave more say in how health services are developedand improved.Kiwis have made it clear to us that theywant faster access to a wider range of health servicesclose to home. That's why National will devolve morehospital-based services into primary-care settings tobring that care closer to home. Labour is not makingthe best use of private health-sector resources. Webelieve the focus should be on getting patients seenand treated, not obsessing about where this getsdone. That's why National will support the smart useof the private sector to increase the number of peoplegetting timely access to vitally needed surgery, andreduce hospital waiting lists.New Zealand's healthservices can be improved to meet Kiwis' needs withoutrestructuring. Our medical professionals, who are onthe frontline of healthcare, are some of the best in theworld. We need to trust them and empower them to dothe job even better. National will do just that.

Nicky Wagner, National MP and Candidate forChristchurch Central.

Star October 6th 1881PUBLIC MEETING AT B1NGSLAND

ConcludedMr Swan would propose that Mr W. Flesher be selectedas candidate. He was a local man, who knew therequirements of the district. He was of high characterand integrity, a credit to the colony and would makea good representative in the Assembly, standing infavourable contrast to many members who disgracedthe House of Representatives and made it the laughingstock of the neighbouring colonies.In reply to Mr Hulbert, the previous speaker said thatMr Flesher had expressed his intention of contestingthe district. He was ready to explain his views at anytime.Mr W. R. Mitchell said that surely this meetingof about sixty persons did not want to bind the wholedistrict. He had heard Mr Toomer's name mentioned asa candidate. Did that gentleman intend coming forward?Mr Toomer -" I do sir."Mr George Collier then proposed Mr Toomer, sen., ina long speech eulogistic of that gentleman's action inthe City Council and also as one who fought pluckily inEngland for the six points of the Charter.Mr Hulbert thought the selection of candidates outsidethe meeting. If a committee were appointed to seewho would come forward, it could report at a futuremeeting.Mr Jameson proposed -"That meetings be heldin the other centres of the district and a committee beappointed by this meeting to carry out the arrangementstherefore."The motion on being put was declared lost, only onehand being held up in favour. It was then proposedthat the acceptance or otherwise of Messrs Toomer andFlesher as candidates be decided by those present.Mr Hulbert objected, as the candidates had notexplained their views.Mr Flesher said that he was ready to explain his views.(A voice —Not tonight.) He did not know how thismeeting would be able to act. The reason why it wascalled was not to bias anyone, but simply to prevent theold. "hole and comer" system of proposing candidates.He thought a committee should be appointed to find outwho would come forward and report to a subsequentmeeting, as this was only a preliminary one.It was resolved, on the motion of Mr Beatry - "Thata committee, consisting of nine members, three eachfrom the sub-districts of Bingsland, "Phillipstown andKnightstown, be chosen to get gentlemen to comeforward for the Electoral District of Stanmore, five toform a quorum." The following gentlemen were electedcornmitteemen:—Bingsland —Messrs J. S. Cooke.W. Kerr, and — Langford. Knightstown —Messrs G.Hawker, W. Moore, and W, Cooper, sen. Phillipstown—Messrs G. Collier, G. Beatty, and J. McCormick.A vote of thanks to the chair terminated theproceedings.The committee held a meeting immediately after, when

Messrs Kerr and McCormick were respectively chosenchairman and secretary and it was agreed that their firstmeeting be held on Friday evening at the house of MrLangford, Binssland at 7 o'clock.

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FoodbankFor those living in the local area. Open Mondays,Wednesdays and Fridays, 10am - 2pm

Delta InnCome and enjoy an excellent cooked meal in a friendlyatmosphere. Fridays 1 lam - 1pm (meal seated atmidday) $3 donation.

Craft GroupA small friendly group who meet on Monday andThursday mornings from 10am - 12noon to chat,participate in various crafts and drink coffee!

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Sew Good for youTuesdays 1.30 - 3.30 pm, commencing 7 October

Would you like to create your own personal, originalgifts forXmas, or just for presents? If so, this is the classfor you, regardless of whether you have sewn before, orare totally new to sewing and maybe have never used asewing machine.The class is structured so that all levelsof skill are catered for. In this class you can make softtoys, wall hangings, fabric brooches, pretty hostessaprons, fancy scarves, cushions, stylish bags, a smartjacket for your dog, or something of your own choosing.Sewing machines are available at Avebury House or youmay bring your own machine.To enrol please phone Ellen Graham on 385-5976 orcontact Avebury House on 381-6615.

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We would like to take this opportunity to say a big 'thank you' to our local community for their generosity over the years.The quality of donations of clothing and furniture, and the tremendous support of our customers to both of our shops- Stanmore Road and Papanui - generate the funds to enable us to provide a food bank for the less fortunate in our city.

The Stanmore Road shop also provides a drop-in service for those seeking help. In the last year 1,919 families wereassisted directly by our Stanmore Road Welfare Office. Referrals for help are also received on a regular basis from otherorganisations across the city.

The basic unit of the Society is a 'conference', which is a group of friends who set out to do charitable work. Conferencemembers are all volunteers. Currently there are twenty conferences in the Christchurch area. Members regularly make visitsto families and the elderly in their own homes or rest-homes, and visitation of prisoners is also undertaken by conferencemembers.

We also have an enthusiastic team of 'Young Vinnie's' (aged from eight or nine to 15 or!6) who regularly make visits fromschools to rest homes and take part in various activities including decorating 'hug rugs', making draught stopper snakes andcollecting pine cones.

We'd like to give our thanks to our dedicated team of volunteers who give their precious time to help in both shops. Withouttheir commitment and support the Society wouldn't operate.

The principle of the Society is to give a 'hand up' rather than a 'hand out'.

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If you are interested please contact Linda on 982-5663

Legal Protection of Archaeological Sites

An archaeological site is defined by the HistoricPlaces Act 1993 as any place where thereare material remains of human activity datingprior to 1900. In addition to what is commonlythought of as archaeology, such as sub-surfacematerial like historic rubbish pits, this definitionmay also apply to standing buildings, structureslike bridges and lime kilns or the tailings fromearly mining. 'Sites' that meet this definitionare afforded automatic statutory protectionunder the Act, subject to a consent process fordestruction, damage or modification. Althoughmuch has been destroyed by later development,archaeological remains may be present in anyof the areas of Christchurch previously occupiedby Maori or settled by early colonial immigrants.Recently archaeological investigation has beencarried out on the remains of a cordial bottlingfactory and shoe-makers shop on Halkett St,the house of John Carl, the former owner of theEmpire Hotel, on Papanui Rd and various pubsites, including the Royal George on FitzgeraldSt and Nancy's Hotel in Riccarton. In mid Julyof this year, the fagade of the Masonic Lodge(1869) was unexpectedly revealed duringdevelopment on Manchester St. Once work iscompleted, reports on these investigations arefreely available from the NZ Historic PlacesTrust. If there is a chance a site may be damagedduring development or earthworks, you shouldcontact the NZ Historic Places Trust to beadvised of the most suitable course of action. Ifarchaeological remains like bottles, glass, china,bones orshell are uncovered during earthworks,work that would affect the site must halt and theTrust must be contacted for advice on how toproceed. Unfortunately, due to a lack of publicawareness and understanding, this consentprocess is often disregarded, resulting in lossand destruction of important archaeologicalsites. For further information on archaeologicalsites or about archaeological investigationsbeing carried out throughout the country, seethe NZ Historic Places Trust website at www.historic.org.nz/heritage/archsites

The Avebury House Community Trust would iike toacknowledge and thank the Canterbury CommunityTrust for their support of $16,000 for wages, volunteerexpenses and the Hugs All Round Quilt project. Wewould also like to thank Bremca Industries for theirhelp with repairing the wedding arch.

Closing Date for copy and advts. for theNovember RCN issue is

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AdvtHouse cleaning job wanted by reliable, efficient and honestlady. I'll vacuum, wash floors, dust, clean bathrooms/loo.$25 p.w. Excellent references. Phone Nicola 386-1118.

Anyone for croquet?Everyone lucky enough to live in or near Mairehauor St Albans knows where to find St Albans Park.Since its establishment in 1903 it has been a valuablerecreational asset to the community, providing space forkite and model aeroplane flyers, band conceits (in theearly days), mushroom pickers, frisbie flingers, joggers,dog walkers, slides, swings and roundabouts, familypicnics, as well as several popular winter and summersporting codes.Many local residents also know that the EdgewareCroquet Club is in the north-west comer of the park,protected from the easterly wind and the flight ofcricket balls. Over the years since it began in 1913,many hundreds of members have shared time there,playing competitively with other Canterbury croquetclubs or just socially within our Club. But howmany have ventured inside our greens on a club day(Thursday or Saturday) or when members are enjoyinga game? You can visit us through the gate near ourpavilion or via the Forfar Street gate next to the Orionsubstation.From September, we have several vacancies for newmembers keen to learn the basics of croquet from ouraccredited coaches. Are you a local secondary schoolpupil, a tertiary student, employed but with weekendsoff, a couple, widowed, or just retired? True, someof us are older, but we started the game earlier (sometwenty years ago) and we are still addicted! The world'stop players are quite young and several of them live inChristchurch,The season lasts from September till April and theannual subs are reasonable and good value. Allequipment except the mallet is supplied and we canlend you a mallet at first. So if you are looking for thechallenge of new skills, gentle exercise (no scrums ortackles), sunshine, fresh air and fellowship with bothgenders in a variety of interests and age groups, callus. All you need to start the game is fiat-soled shoes, amallet, determination and a sense of humour. Tempted?Phone Bev, our new President, on 366-7718.

It's about enrollingand trust

Are you enrolled to vote? It's an important question withthe election now set for November 8 and so much at stake.This electorate, Christchurch Central, has among the lowestenrolments in the country. I urge you to check at any PostOffice that you, your friends and family are on the roll.

I have enrolled hundreds of people since starting doorknocking in February with my wife Philippa and our Labourteam. One recent weekend, we were joined by our daughters,Hannah and Rachel. Hannah got the highest total - nineenrolments in an afternoon!

Both our girls are at university - Hannah at Waikato whereshe went as a New Zealand representative rower. Likethousands of other students, our daughters are benefitingfrom the Labour government's move to make student loansinterest free. This allows young Kiwis to pay off their loansfaster, start a family sooner and keep their skills here inNew Zealand. The National Party described that policy asirresponsible and unaffordabie - until election year. Now theysuggest they will keep the scheme. But their commitmentto interest-free loans is paper thin. We are hearing that theydon't like interest-free student loans; that it is not theirpreferred option.

This goes for almost all of Labour's other policy initiatives:KiwiBank, 20 hours free childcare, Working for Families;Paid Parental Leave, cheaper doctors visits and $3.00prescriptions - National has opposed them all until now.Election year.

That is why this election is about trust. It becomesparticularly important as the world's financial system goesthrough its worst crisis in a century. We need steady andexperienced hands at the helm. Helen Clark has shown justhow capable and committed she is to improving things forordinary New Zealanders - not money market dealers.

Labour has also made sure we are well-placed to withstandany shocks. The investments in schools, new hospitals, betterroads and rail over the last nine years are acknowledged bythe former World Bank chief economist as positioning uswell for any major downturn.

When times are tough, New Zealanders know that the Labourgovernment will be there to support them. We will not cutthe income of our most vulnerable, as National did with thepension nine years ago. Rather than welshing on interest-free student loans, Labour is promoting bold initiatives tolift the educational achievements of young New Zealanders.We don't, like National, say climate change is a hoax.Our response to that challenge includes a billion dollarprogramme to insulate every New Zealand home. Manyhomes in this electorate are not fully insulated and changingthat is one of my main priorities as MP for ChristchurchCentral. In my view, being warm is a basic human right, withall the benefits this brings for health, lower power bills andreduced energy use.

It's about who you can trust if you want some insulation intougher times.

Brendon BurnsLabour CandidateChristchurch Central

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The Flood of 1986by Colin AmodeoThe winter rains have always presented a problem forthe Shirley BHS playing fields. There was a time backin July 1986 when the fields were so wet that the schoolitself was flooded.Dudley Creek raged up over its normal banks and theShirley outfall drains had nowhere to discharge. Bikeriders on the concrete Main Quad sloshed about up tothe axles. Those on Lo-Lines were in special trouble.Teachers waded to their classrooms in gumboots whiledripping boys clustered around the heaters like wetsheep dogs.Water seeped in and soaked the near-new carpet inthe School Library as well as the floor of the old ArtRoom alongside. The musty smell lingered for months.Water also flooded down the steps into the basementboilerhouse where pumps were working overtime.The school eventually closed for a day and a half. Notall teachers stayed at home. To encourage participationin yachting, Phys Edders Brian Lodge and Bret Naylorlaunched an Optimist and cruised 'Lake Shirley', thesoccer pitch.

The Shirley BHSOptimist cruises thesoccer pitch with afair wind blowing

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KIAORAWHANAUIt has been wonderful to see the spring weather finally arrive after such a cold, wet and miserable winter. The childrenhave been so much happier this week and it has made swimming a lot more enjoyable! Thank you to the caregiverswho have been attending swimming and helping out. It has been great to have your support.The school painters have just finished painting the school, with the exception of the hall and community rooms. Thehall is being assessed by School Support at the moment as to its longevity. We are now entering a new ten-yearproperty plan, therefore the Ministry check to see if the buildings are fixable or need replacing. We are hoping long-term to build a wharenui (meeting place) that meets all our needs at the kura. The colour scheme was designed by aconsultant to reflect the colours found in harakeke (flax). We are thrilled with the result and positive feedback.Last month we had several visitors to the kura for various activities. The children had a wonderful time with TumeheRongonui from the 'What Now' children's programme on Channel 2 each Sunday morning. Tumehe was a fantasticrole model and one of our tama was his powhiri support person! Two children from each room were presented with aDuffy Book. Tumehe took an e-video of the tamariki, which will be on the 'What Now' web site. The children certainlyhad a memorable hui. We also had the Iron Brian Roadshow come in and give an informative talk on the healthyaspects of a well-balanced eating plan. The tamariki were than given a free healthy burger that was supplied by Beefand Lamb New Zealand.We would like to thank the following sponsors for supporting our school newsletter cover. They are as follows:John Rhind Funeral Services, KM Business Equipment NZ Ltd, Rentrite, Richmond WMC & MSA, The Mad Butcherin Shirley, Aquagym, Shirley Motors Workshop Ltd, Earl of Richmond Restaurant and North Avon Fish Fry. Pleasesupport these local businesses as they do give back to our Richmond Community.We wish to thank Lillian Walder who has kindly knitted and donated an array of baby blankets and hats to the school.We have some wonderful and talented elders in our community. Lillian also supports our tamariki with one on onereading with our juniors, if you have a spare half hour or so please contact the school office.Term 4 and we look forward to starting fruit in schools, school wide photos, Junior trips to the Museum and the A&PShow, School Fair, Athletics and many more exciting events.BUSINESS CONNECTIONSFrom time to time various school activities such as sausage sizzles and swimming require us to purchase goods andservices. If you or your business are able to source these at a reduced rate, we would love to hear from you. Pleasecall the Principal Annie Bowden on 389-7168 during school hours.TE MANA MAHI OSCAR PROGRAMMETe Mana Mahi Oscar Programme is operating from Richmond School hall. Our hours are 3.00pm - 5.30pm Monday- Friday. We offer care for children aged 5-13 years of age. We are CYFS approved and can offer WINZ subsidiesto qualifying families (which can cover up to 90% of fees). Our fees are $10.00 per session with a one-off additionalpayment of $10.00 per family for administration costs when you first enrol. We also run a school holiday programmein the first week of each-term break, if you are interested or are in need of care for your child/ren for either of theseprogrammes, please feel free to come and visit us in the school hall. Alternatively you can pick up a Information Packfrom the school office, or ring Tui Amohanga, Senior supervisor on 389-6610 or (027) 313-8241.SCHOOL FAIR/CAR BOOT SALE - SATUDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2008This year's school fair/car boot sale is rapidly approaching and to ensure that our fair is once again an outstandinglysuccessful community day, we are looking for support from all families. Options for involvement include;

donations of goods and servicesassisting with a stall on the daypromoting the fair by displaying fair posters in local businessescontributions of pre loved clothing, toys, books, magazines etcplants and vegetables

Car boot/stall sites will also be available at $15.00 per site. Please bring your own table, as the school is unable toprovide tables. You can call the school office to make bookings on 389-7168. Be in quick as sites are filling up fast. Wewill be having a bouncy castle, hangi (pre sold, contact the office for tickets at $8.00 per meal), fun games, chocolatewheel, cheapskate's performances, face painting, rides and lots more. Please contact the school if you would like theFriends and Family Committee to pick up any goods. Please spread the word and help us make the fair a success. Allprofits will go towards the refurbishment of the senior playground. Thank you.Annie BowdenPRINCIPAL _ ,., ..._

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