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Windwhistle Golf Classic

We were very fortunate to be able to hold the 15th Windwhistle Golf Classic during Level 2 at Methven Golf Club last Friday 28th August. We had a playing field of 85 golfers to ensure we were compliant with level 2 requirements. Tournament day dawned mild and sunny with just a mildish nor-west at tee-off! This popular annual event is the major fundraiser each year for Windwhistle School.

The players enjoyed a delicious morning tea before tee-off and packed snacks on course provided by school parents. This year the sponsors enjoyed a BBQ lunch provided by Southfuels. The ambrose tournament was hosted at Methven Golf Club this year and the course was enjoyed by all. Following 18 holes of golf there was an opportunity to unwind and relax in the clubhouse before the prizegiving and dinner.

An auction was also part of the entertainment with George Mannering from Hazletts being the auctioneer for an action-packed auction of donated items such as local experiences, accommodation, meat and art. A silent auction was also popular with “friend against friend” bidding meaning some great funds were raised for the School. The combined auctions were a fantastic success.

A wonderful day out and all in support of a special School.

Results from the day were:

Top Team: Southfuels

2nd: Molloy Agriculture and Sustainable Water

3rd: PGG Wrightson and Canterbury Plains Contracting

The winning team from Southfuels managed to score a 9 under 62 with a course record (for an ambrose event) for their efforts.

The organising committee and Windwhistle School wish say a huge thank you to the many sponsors listed in the advertisement in this issue that played and donated prizes or money to the school. A very big thank you also to Methven Golf Club without whom we could not run this tournament. Special thanks also to Southfuels who not only entered a team but were one of the sponsors that provided the BBQ lunch. 

We would also like to say a big thank the school community for all their help! It looks like approximately $22 - $23k has been raised for the school from a very successful tournament, raffle and auctions! 

Today as part of our school Hui (Assembly) we drew the raffle winners:

Annabel and Roy  (Icebreaker Voucher)

Ardrinne Dunn (Meat Voucher)

Libraq Mongos (Grocery Hamper)

George Daly (Grocery Hamper)

Congratulations to these winners!

THE WEEK AHEAD

MONDAY 7 SEPTEMBER

• Mrs Seaward at Conference - Mrs Cookson teaching

TUESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER

• Mrs Seaward at Conference - Mrs Cookson teaching

• Playgroup in the Wharenui from 9.30am
• Porter Ski Race
• Selwyn Library ECV - 1-3pm

WEDNESDAY 9 SEPTEMBER

• Ski Programme @ Mt Hutt

FRIDAY 11 SEPTEMBER

• Kapa Haka
• Pie Day Friday

Click here to access future events on our school community calendar.

Awards this week:

SCHOOL NOTICES:

This week in Piwakawaka we finished our Units on Elections and Statistical Investigation.  The children voted on what they wanted as a morning tea treat and from the results you can see that the chocolate chip cookies won by a country mile.  The children all enjoyed eating their cookies yesterday.

COMMUNITY NOTICES:

Looking for a couple of rooms to rent in the Lake Coleridge area that are dog friendly for 2 couples and a puppy (which will sleep in a crate) for 2 nights, 25 and 26 September, we are wanting to do some walks in the area. Ideally in a family home or cottage that is available or has space, as most of the local accommodation doesn't allow dogs.Please email me on fiona.drum@xtra.co.nz if you can help, or call on 0274968382. 

GIRLS CRICKET - ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING SPORTS:

If you are interested please enter at:  www.rollestonkidstriathlon.co.nz

GENERAL ELECTION - Meet the Candidates - Change of Date

Meet the Candidates - All the candidates for Selwyn will be present. This is your opportunity to hear their policies and ask your questions.Thursday 1st October 7:30 pm at the Darfield Recreation Centre.  Hosted by Darfield Rural Women NZ  .Enquiries phone 317 9291

Assemble the Clan for the 10th annual Hororata Highland Games.Ten years ago, our resilient community came up with an idea to raise spirits (including the odd dram) after the devastating Canterbury earthquakes - the Hororata Highland Games were born. Now, a decade later our community is looking forward to celebrating the 10th Hororata Highland Games on Saturday 7th November 2020 at the Hororata Domain.

Click here to access information regarding this years upcoming Highland Games.  A fun event for the whole family.

Dental Care during the School Holidays

The Community Dental Service will be providing dental care for children enrolled with our service during the upcoming school holidays. The clinics will offer treatment and relief of pain sessions by appointment only. To make an appointment please call/email our Contact Centre which operates between the hours of 8am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday throughout the holidays.

The following Dental Clinics will be open during these school holidays:

· Aranui Clinic, 240 Breezes Road, Aranui,

· Lincoln Clinic, 35 James Street, Lincoln,

· Rangiora Clinic, 163 Ashley Street, Rangiora,

· Timaru Clinic, Level 1, 18 Woollcombe Street, Timaru

The clinics will offer appointments between 8.15am and 4.45pm for school-age and preschool children requiring treatment. If your child has dental pain because of an accident, please contact your dentist in the first instance.

To book an appointment at one of our clinics please: call 0800 846 983

Or email commdental@cdhb.health.nz