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School District 79’s ve-trustee majority isn’t going down without a ght.

The board has been told it has until June 30 to dump its de cit

budget and submit a balanced one in its place to the Ministry of Education. The alternative is nine pink slips relieving the nine-member board of its duties, and a single appointed trustee taking their place.

But not if the board’s majority has anything to say about it.

They’re requesting a meeting with Premier Christy Clark and have organized another rally happening 3:30 p.m. Wednesday outside the school board of ce on Beverly Street.

There’s also a motion on Wednes-day’s agenda — possibly this board’s last — seeking a legal opinion about the province’s ability to remove trustees from their posts.

Chairwoman Eden Haythornthwaite could not be reached for com-ment on Tuesday, but Trustee Deb Foster said she supports ghting to stay in of ce.“I am so passionate about being

a trustee, I will take any action just to nd out what the legalities are,” she said. “I think it’s our due diligence to the public.”

Foster said she dislikes the no-tion that two people in the prov-ince — the education minister and governor-general — have the power to remove democratically elected boards.

“I think it’s a colonial power left over from when we were under British rule,” she said. “It’s old-fashioned. The public elected us, the nine of us, and it would be a disservice to our community if our democratically elected trustees were red. And if they do have that power, they shouldn’t. It should be the community who decides.”

But the uncertainty is weighing heavily

on the board’s four-trustee minority, who do not support the de cit budget.

“I still don’t know what the nal outcome is going to be,” Trustee Cathy Schmidt said. “Is the de cit budget going to go through? Are we going to be red? Or is there going to be a last-minute change of heart? I don’t know.”

She says she has no idea what path the board’s majority will follow.

“Our board is so completely divided now,” Schmidt said. “And my future is in their hands.

“Is this going to be our last meeting? I don’t know. And it’s hard to go in prepared, because I don’t know what to be preparing for.”

Schmidt’s also curious what the post-June 30 process will look like, but the Ministry of Education isn’t saying much in that regard.

“Minister (George) Abbott has been clear that all boards of education, including the trustees who make up the Cowichan Valley board, have a legal re-

sponsibility under the School Act to pass a balanced budget by June 30, 2012,” education ministry spokesman Scott Sutherland said Tuesday.

“He’s also been clear that 59 other boards of education in B.C. have indicated that they will meeting their obliga-tions and duties laid out in the School Act. If the School District 79 board does not pass a balanced budget by the

legislated date, the minister will undoubt-edly let parents know in a timely manner what steps the government is prepared to take to ensure that the needs of students, parents, teachers and staff in the Cow-ichan Valley are addressed.”

Sutherland also noted the ministry is aware School District 79’s superintendent and secretary-treasurer have advised the board it has “a viable option to balance the district’s budget.”

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Just one Wave, rolling across the Paci cJust one Wave, rolling across the Paci cPeter W. RuslandNews Leader Pictorial

Dear shark: If you can read this, you’re too close.

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The bottom of his 22 inch-wide Passat — blessed June 6 by Stz’uminus elder Willie Seymour at Ladysmith’s Transfer Beach — also boasts a stripe pattern to ward off curious great whites during his 2012 Seaward Paci c Expedi-tion.

But sharks are the least of Vidmar’s troubles.Rogue waves up to 50 feet, debris from Ja-

pan’s tsunami, and passing ships could damage or sink his research odyssey.

“But the biggest dangers are simple cuts, and the sun,” he told the News Leader Pictorial of his trip lasting up to 65 days.

“There’s no retreat from the sun.”He’ll wear SPF-100 sunscreen and ray-

re ecting white clothing while collecting data spanning water samples and weather patterns to measuring 20 bodily functions under extreme nautical stress.

“My most important piece of gear is my brain,” said native Californian Vidmar, 47, who’s sharing his expe-riences with Discovery Channel, National

Geographic, and others.“I’m the marshal of my own mind, thoughts and

emotions. When things go crazy, and your life’s on the line 24/7, you can’t afford to freak out.”

He’ll calmly focus on tasks at hand while drawing mettle from his abusive childhood.

“It’s come to be my strength.”His Kevlar-reinforced kayak’s strong too.“I’m like a cork in a bottle,” he said of the

crossing that sees him head south from Frisco, then to Baja, Mexico where currents begin car-rying him toward Hawaii.

“I have complete faith in this kayak — it’s exceeded my expectations: it’s my home, transportation, and research platform with a recording studio,” Vidmar said of his Geoff Workman-designed Passat, with outriggers.

He’ll shoot footage on, above and below his boat between sleeps in his seven-foot bed made under the cockpit.

Research will widen when Vidmar reaches

the Texas-size Great Paci c Garbage Patch of oating plastic in the mid-Paci c.“It’s been breaking down to a soupy mix of

plastic that krill ingest.”Those tiny critters are eaten by bigger ones as

the toxic plastic enters the oceanic food chain, he explained of trip tracing strokes made by Ed Gillett some 25 years ago.

The Hawaii trip follows Vidmar’s 720-mile ski and swim from Siberia to the geographic north pole in 2004.

He’s also planning a return, solo, row-boat trip from Cape Cod to Britain after his epic, sponsored Hawaii expedition.

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augmented by sh, sipping single-malt Scotch, using a solar shower, drinking ltered salt-water, consulting Stanford doctors if necessary, and communicating via waterproof computer.

A book is also planned about his expedition using a carbon- bre Braca paddle — and a personal locator-beacon if the worst comes.

But it’s all an optimistic challenge to Vidmar.“It’s a social responsibility to promote positive

messages, and make my expeditions as bene -cial as possible,” he said, saluting even two-hour paddles as valuable to our lives.

The hardest part of his tropical trip? “The n-ish, because it’s over.”

Vidmar can be charted at paci ckayaker.com, seawardkayaks.com, and at cowichannews-leader.com.

Peter W. RuslandKayaking researcher Wave Vidmar shows his customized, 22-foot boat being used on his upcoming 2012 Seaward Paci c Expedition paddle from San Francisco to Hawaii.

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Ruling means teachers free to continue Ruling means teachers free to continue withdrawing from most extracurricularswithdrawing from most extracurricularsKrista SiefkenNews Leader Pictorial

The president of the Cow-ichan District Teachers’ Association is celebrat-ing the Labour Relations Board’s ruling on teach-

ers’ extracurricular and voluntary activities.

The LRB has found that teachers’ withdrawal from extracurricular activities does not constitute an il-legal strike.

It has noted, however, that any activities that occur outside the in-structional day but directly relate to a teachers’ work must continue.

“These include parent-teacher interviews, SBT (school-based team)

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“Therefore, the union cannot authorize the reduction of services to these activities while we are in our ‘cooling off’ period imposed by Bill 22.”

That bill is the current source of the teacher union’s frustration. It forced educators to cease the job action that culminated in a three-day strike in March. Teachers, who have been without a contract since last year, were protesting sour negotiations for a new collective agreement.

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“Additionally, the LRB found we were not in an illegal strike position by minimally participating in meet-ings with administration,” Trimble added.

“It is a huge relief to see teachers’ rights to volunteer or not have been af rmed.”

B.C. Teachers’ Federation leader Susan Lambert was in Cowichan two weeks ago to attend a rally in support of a decision by Cowichan school trustees to submit an illegal de cit budget.

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Two kilometres, two hours, two crashesTwo kilometres, two hours, two crashes

Two kilometres and two hours separated two crashes on Shawnigan Lake Road on Saturday afternoon.

The rst happened shortly after 2 p.m. when a 2003 Pontiac Vibe travelling eastbound went off-road while navigating a curve in the 600 block of Shawnigan Lake Road.

“The car, with a single male occupant, went over a steep embankment and became lodged on its right side against trees,” Shawnigan Lake RCMP Cpl. Jason Kerr states in a media release.

“A combination of the steep embank-ment and heavy brush and trees at the incident location resulted in the car not

being easily visible from the roadway, thus the accident was not reported im-mediately.”

Police say they believe the car was there for about an hour before a passing motorist noticed it and called 911.

The Malahat Volunteer Fire Depart-ment extricated the driver, a 29-year-old Shawnigan Lake man who was taken via ambulance to Victoria General Hos-pital with non-life threatening injuries.

And Shawnigan Lake RCMP were still on scene two hours later investigat-ing the rst crash when another was reported in the 1000 block of Shawnigan Lake Road.

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The Explorer collided with an east-bound 2001 GMC moving van.

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Shawnigan police continue to inves-tigate both crashes but have already determined that wet roads were a factor in the second one.

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Crofton paper mill’s owners have court ap-proval to hold another vote in

a bid to avert the com-pany’s looming selloff.

Catalyst Paper has been granted a June 25 stakeholder vote about its amended plan of arrange-ment under the Compa-nies’ Creditors Arrange-ment Act.

Court approval will allow a meeting of oundering Catalyst’s secured and un-secured creditors in Rich-mond’s Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel to consider the amended plan.

As described in Catalyst’s June 11 press release, the principal change to the plan is the compromise of certain extended health bene ts plans for former salaried employees that were not to

be compromised under the prior plan.

Other changes to the plan are necessary to re ect the new timing for creditor approval of the amended plan, the rm said.

Also as described June 11 was Catalyst’s proposed modi cations to its salaried pension plan to provide a special portability-election option and solvency funding re-lief, which need provincial government approval.

Catalyst — employ-ing 700-some Crofton workers — estimates it would save about $7 million annually if these modi cations were made, following a successful plan of arrangement.

“We have received consent from a requisite number of our secured noteholders to move forward to a vote on the amended plan,” said CEO Kevin Clarke.

“This re ects the dedica-tion of all parties to work toward a consensual deal that incorporates the many interests involved and that puts our company on better nancial footing for the

future.”

Catalyst Paper’s board of directors is unanimously recommending that all holders of rst lien notes, unsecured notes and gen-eral unsecured claims vote in favour of the amended plan at the meetings.

leA second vote to help scally rescue Crofton pulp mill’s ounder-ing parent rm is being sought from its stakeholders

Cowichan man in custody overCowichan man in custody overalleged relationship with teenalleged relationship with teen

Their pictures and “pet” names ash up on the cellphones

when they call each other.He’s “Baby Boy” and she’s

“Baby Girl.”He’s 35 years old and she is 14.On June 11, in Campbell River provin-

cial court, Crown prosecutor John Boc-cabella characterized Russell Modeste’s alleged relationship with the teenage girl as “extreme and repulsive.”

Modeste, who’s being held in custody in Victoria, is charged with sexual assault, sexual interference with a person under 16, and breach of a court order.

Even though he’s been charged, RCMP continue to investigate, said Boccabella, because the girl, who cannot be named, became pregnant and miscarried this past winter.

“There’s widespread belief Mr. Modeste is responsible (for the pregnancy),” he told Judge Brian Klaver during the bail hearing.

The two apparently met on Facebook. She was 13 years old at the time and he wrote that he was 20.

The girl, in statements provided to police, denied having a sexual relationship with Modeste. Others are unsure and say the two slept in the same room together; they’ve also been seen holding hands, kiss-ing, and witnesses allege he’s repeatedly groped her buttocks.

Authorities rst became aware of the two

on Jan. 20, when police were called to as-sist the Ministry of Children and Families in implementing a safety plan for the girl.

At the same time, the girl’s caregiver wanted Modeste removed from the home. He was arrested outside the residence as he was seen walking hand-in-hand with the girl.

Modeste signed an agreement to have no contact with the girl. However, it is alleged the two were in frequent contact with each other, calling and texting, after Modeste’s arrest.

Boccabella said Modeste’s original bail order should be cancelled and he be held in custody until trial.

Defence lawyer James Hormoth asked the judge to release Modeste on bail with strict conditions. Modeste is a member of the Cowichan First Nation and he could move back to Duncan to reside with family.

Hormoth also said Modeste would abide by a no-go to Campbell River order other than to attend court, and he would also not use any electronic communication devices.

“The problem, as I see it, is it’s almost impossible to prevent contact through social media,” said Judge Klaver, as he cancelled Modeste’s bail. “There are no conditions I could place him on that would assure no contact.”

Modeste was due back in court, by video, June 18.

— Campbell River Mirror

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Poachers get hunting licences suspendedPoachers get hunting licences suspended

A trio of elk poachers has had its hunting licences

suspended after being caught by RCMP and conservation of cers at the north end of Cowichan Lake.

Conservation of cer Rick Dekelver says a group of four individuals was apprehended near Kissinger Lake on Sept. 29, 2009.

A public tip led of cials to the four people and two poached elk.

Dekelver says three of the four individuals had their provincial hunting licences suspended by

B.C.’s director of wildlife.“Those suspensions

range from one to three years,” Dekelver said.

“In conjunction with the suspended licences, all

four individuals have been directed to complete the commercial outdoor recre-ation training that all hunt-ers do initially in order to get a hunting licence,” he

added. “These people have been told they need to redo the course and write the test prior to getting their licences back.”

That training covers hunter safety and ethics plus wildlife identi cation.

“In addition to that, three high-powered ri es were seized as evidence during the investigation and have been forfeited to the Crown through the B.C. Civil Forfeiture Act, and they’re valued at more than $7,000,” Dekelver said.

The names of the four individuals have not been disclosed publicly.

— Krista Siefken

Cowichan’s Roosevelt elk population is under protection.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE North Cowichan Council gives notice that it will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday June 26, 2012, in the Council Chambers of the North Cowichan Municipal Hall, 7030 Trans Canada Highway, North Cowichan, BC. The purpose of the public hearing is to allow Council to receive public input on the following two bylaws: 1. Bylaw 3480, “Official Community Plan

Amendment Bylaw, 2012,” proposes to amend Bylaw 3450, “Official Community Plan Bylaw 2011, by: a) replacing Map 9 (Industrial and

Commercial), Map 12 (Managing Growth), and Map 17 (Land Use) to reflect the shift of the urban containment boundary westward to the east side of the Trans Canada Highway as noted on the map to the right, (approximately between Morton Way and Norcross Road); and

b) redesignating approximately 4144.4 square metres of the west portion of 6562 Bell McKinnon Road outlined in bold on the map below, from Rural to Highway Service Commercial.

2. Bylaw 3481, “Zoning Amendment Bylaw (No. 4 – Bell McKinnon Road), 2012,”proposes to amend Bylaw 2950, "Zoning Bylaw 1997," by reclassifying approximately 4144.4 square metres of the west portion of 6562 Bell McKinnon Road (legally described as Lot 3, Section 5, Range 5, Somenos District, Plan 4113, portion shown on PL R1079, except Plan 7634 and 3572 RW [PID 000-507-547; Folio 7360-000], shown as “Portion of Subject Property to be rezoned” and outlined in bold on the map below, from Residential Rural (R1) Zone to Commercial Service (C3) Zone. If approved, the applicant proposes to subdivide this portion of the property from the remainder, and consolidate it with 6529 Trans Canada Highway (Metro Toyota), and will be required to register a covenant on the property restricting the uses to the following: Tourist Accommodation, Restaurant, Motor Vehicle Sales and Rentals, Service Station, Entertainment Use, and Automotive Repair Shop.

If you believe your interests are affected by the proposed bylaws, you may express your views to Council at the public hearing. If you cannot attend the hearing, you may write to Council at the address or fax number shown below, or send an e-mail to [email protected], before 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 26, 2012. Your submission will become part of the public record. Copies of the proposed bylaws and related information may be inspected in the Planning and Development Department, North Cowichan Municipal Hall, 7030 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, BC, Monday to Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., from Friday, June 8, 2012, to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 26, 2012. Mark Ruttan, Corporate Officer

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Cowichan’s Providence Farm — out standing in its eldCowichan’s Providence Farm — out standing in its eldPeter W. RuslandNews Leader Pictorial

Providence Farm’s annual Wild West Hoedown on Saturday will help buy, well, hoes and much more gear for the community spread’s food-growing programs.

But raising crops and some livestock is just part of a ock of instructional, con dence-boosting events happening at the 400-acre facility helping some 3,700 folks each year.

“There are about 12 different areas people can be involved in here,” said CEO Karen Bittner.

“Our mission is to serve those people of the val-ley who aren’t easily accepted elsewhere, through therapeutic programs here.

“Some programs are smaller than others — from animal husbandry, to woodworking, to textiles and learning to knit or sew, to growing.”

Farm manager Mark Timmermans said the 400-ticket Hoedown, in the farm’s therapeutic-riding centre, will help Providence reach this year’s $40,000 goal to repair or replace eld gear.

“We’re raising some sheep and looking into some pigs this year, but most energy is into more intensive vegetable and berry production,” he said of about three acres of elds focused on for growing straw-berries and some 40 vegetable varieties.

“We’re out standing in our eld,” he joked.Jack Hutton, the farm’s rst program manager

(1987-2001) was proud of Providence’s program

strides since the Sisters of St. Ann order launched their drive some 33 years ago to help Cowichanians reach its potential.

“It’s very rewarding what’s happened so far.“Now we need support for our 18th Hoedown,”

Hutton said of the barn-bash’s famed country supper, silent and live auctions, and dance star-ring musicians Hope King, Pony Club, and Sarah

Tradewell.“We hope to raise funds for new farm equipment

like a new rider-mower, and plows for our market garden.

“We need upgrades on stuff we’ve worn out,” he said, while clearing dangerous trees with founding farm member Jack Pearce.

“We’re taking out unsafe trees to be milled for

materials for Moe Copiak,” Hutton said of Copiak’s woodworking programs.

Providence’s Segues landscaping program also needs new gear such as small tools, while the horticultural program around the greenhouses has needs too, Hutton said, saluting interns working with Timmermans.

“The reality,” said Timmermans, “is the farm’s equipment is getting tired and needs to be upgraded to increase production here.”

His wish list spans “a bed-shaper for raising eld beds, and small-scale potato-harvesting equipment.”

That’s why he hoped Providence’s patrons dig deeply Saturday.

“The Hoedown’s our biggest event of the year, but it’s also a huge social event for valley people to get more awareness of the farm.”

His boss agreed.“We wouldn’t be here without the community,”

Bittner said of Providence’s strong local partnership.“We hope people come out and see people of all

abilities tting somewhere, no matter what their abilities are.

“Everyone has a place. We can truly do the work better together.”

Your ticketWhat: Providence Farm’s annual Wild West

HoedownWhen: June 23, 5 p.m. onwardWhere: Providence Farm, Tzouhalem Road,

DuncanTickets: $75. Call 250-746-4204.

Peter W. RuslandJack Hutton and a posse of volunteers and staff are the drive behind Providence Farm’s big, annual Wild West Hoedown dinner-dance and auction happening Saturday.


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Canadians have more than $2 trillion invested in the global economy, through private pension plans, mutual funds, stocks, bonds and other forms of investment.

Our private pension plans alone account for some $1.6 trillion of these investments. In the Cowichan Valley, we may have as much as $5 billion invested worldwide, based on Canadian averages.

However, only a fraction of our invest-ments are made in locally owned businesses, perhaps as little as one per cent. Despite the fact that many local economies are in decline and in desperate need of investment, global banks and investment rms are funneling nearly every penny of our savings into the multinational corporations that dominate the global economy.

All of this at a time when more and more

Canadians are concerned about rising in-come inequality and the growing in uence of global corporations over our political system.

Imagine if even half the more than $2 tril-lion invested by Canadians was shifted to lo-cally owned businesses? Or if half the roughly $5 billion invested by Cowichan residents was instead injected into the local economy.

There is a growing movement across North America calling for more local investing through micro-investment funds, local stock exchanges, pension fund participation and co-operative investment funds.

Proponents of this approach argue that shifting even a small percentage our invest-ments from global corporations to locally owned business would create more prosper-ous local economies and put many of us back to work in decent paying employment.

More and more studies show spending a dollar at a locally owned business generates more than twice as much economic bene t (i.e. jobs, income, tax revenue, etc.) than

spending a dollar at a foreign-owned rm.

According to economist and local investment expert Michael Shuman, the United States is seeing more and more examples of community members investing in locally owned businesses and pro ting in the pro-cess, with many receiving annual dividends of ve per cent, some higher.

We are seeing much of the same in Canada. For example, residents in the small town of Sangudo, Alberta, recently formed an invest-ment co-op that has already nanced several local business projects.

Tired of watching the local economy decline and more and more local businesses close down, they decided to pool some of their savings into a co-operative investment fund. Their rst project involved purchasing a local abattoir, which they now lease to two local entrepreneurs who run a custom meat-packing company. The co-op also receives

a bonus payment every quarter based on an agreed-upon percentage of the company’s sales.

In B.C., some of our credit unions have begin moving in this direction, with one specializing in providing growth capital to small- to medium-sized businesses based in the province, and other credit unions with plans to do the same.

With our local economy in a state of de-cline and decent paying employment becom-ing scarcer by the year, now is the time to re-think our traditional approach to economic development and start exploring new ideas.

What better place to start than where we invest our money? Rob Douglas writes monthly for the Cowichan News Leader Pictorial. He can be reached at: [email protected]

Why not invest right here in your community?Why not invest right here in your community?

CCHN should CCHN should make walk-in make walk-in clinics a priorityclinics a prioritySilverfern closure:Silverfern closure: Good project for new group Good project for new group

It seemed a big deal to us when the Silverfern Medical Clinic opened its doors for the rst time back in October 2004.

Finding a family doctor was dif cult, scheduling timely appointments a chore and the emergency room at Cowichan District Hospital was backing up with the over ow.

The idea of a place right in downtown Duncan where you could walk in without an appointment and get a diagnosis seemed to be the way of the future.

Here we are, less than eight years later, and the future has passed. Silverfern is poised for closure, a victim not of a lack of patients, but of a lack of men and women to care for them.

According to CDH chief of medical staff Dr. Len Roy, the valley could use about four more doctors to relieve the overwork of his compatriots. According to retiring Silverfern founder Dr. Stephen Faulkner, those same doctors could be dedicating one day a month to walk-in

clinics for the betterment of the community.We look to the Cowichan Communities Health Network for

answers. Formed out of the angst about the closure of Cowichan Lodge, the CCHN was supposed to become the conduit between the needs of this community and the resources available.

It has been mostly quiet thus far, but now armed with a paid co-ordinator and the support of VIHA and the CVRD it needs to tackle the issue of doctor numbers and doctor utilization.

Find out how we can attract more doctors to Cowichan. Find out the roadblocks faced by the ones who are here. Find out what can be done to help them.

Silverfern may have failed, but in the meantime two other walk-in clinics have sprung up in Cowichan — one at Beverly Corners, the other at Valleyview Centre. The idea works as an excellent complement to our hospital ER and usual family practice of ces.

Residents deserve easy access to health care. Give it to them.

This we likeThis we likeThis community has its fair share of

quiet gems. One of our favourites is Providence Farm.

The bucolic site at the foot of Mount Tzouhalem is the home to some of the most inspiring programs in the valley, where the developmentally disabled get a chance to reach their full potential.

If you are looking for a local charity to support, you could do much worse.

The good and the bad of this week in CowichanThis we don’tThis we don’tWe’re not sure when helping provide

a lack of accountability to lawbreak-ers became part of the mandate of government.

Three people had their hunting licenses and rifl es taken from them re-cently in the case of a 2009 poaching incident near Cowichan Lake.

But offi cials declined to name them.Guess they decided privacy trumps

poaching.Providence Farm hosts its Hoedown fundraiser June 23.

We say:We say:Health net-work needs to step up

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North Cowichan should mark North Cowichan should mark Aboriginal Day by reaching out Aboriginal Day by reaching out Dear editor

Thursday is National Aboriginal Day. I hope we all take time to re ect, especially on this day, about our First Nation neighbours.

At a recent economic development forum at Stz’uminus Nation, I heard this message: “Only together can we do great things and enjoy prosperity.” One of the guest speakers that day was Ladysmith Mayor Rob Hutchins, who is also the chairman of the Cowichan Valley Regional District. He said that while the economy might be OK in his town, if a neigh-bouring community had high unemployment and other challenges, it negatively re ected on and impacted his municipality.

“Our community is not sustainable with past practices. I realized that we can only be suc-cessful together. It makes total economic, social and environmental sense,” he said.

The Town of Ladysmith and Stz’uminus First Nation recently reaf rmed their protocol agreement called the Naut’sa mawt (Working Together) Accord. Joint meetings between the councils have been taking place for ve years. Such things take time, but now the two govern-ments are getting to know one another and there is a high level of respect and understand-ing between the two communities.

I urge the District of North Cowichan to continue to take the steps necessary in creating good, lasting relationships with our neigh-bours in Cowichan, Halalt, Penelakut and Stz’uminus.Mark KiemeleChemainus

Monument an insult to the Coast Monument an insult to the Coast Salish peopleSalish peopleDear editor

This sculpture is an insult to the Coast Salish people in and around Chemainus. I’ve got to ask that when a huge, towering statue of this proportion and theme came to fruition was a single thought not given to the local talented artists?

I don’t think the structure depicts the spiritu-ality and culture of the Penelakut. Nor does it t in with the rest of the town’s mural theme.

What would be so awful about having a group of 10 local artists carving (phase 1) in the park as a tourist attraction this summer? This is a kick in the teeth to the Native community which will be felt every time they have to walk

by it, which is every day!Connie CrockerPenelakut Tribes Member

Too many monumental questionsToo many monumental questionsDear editor

When rst I heard of the plan to erect a statue of the artist in Chemainus, I thought it would be about the usual six feet or so. Then I saw it would be about 50-feet high.The pictures showed this garish monstrosity to be erected right beside the waterwheel. Now, there are a few questions came to mind. What has the artist to do with our town? How many tour-ists have even heard of him? How much will it cost, and more important, where will the money go? And nally to our mayor, Jon Lefe-bure: where in blazes are your brains?John MorrisonChemainus

Karl’s folly won’t help ChemainusKarl’s folly won’t help ChemainusDear editor

In the past Karl Schutz’s vision has achieved many things for Chemainus that served the town well but recently he seems to feel he can operate as a power unto himself. (e.g. the so called “sacred stones” in Waterwheel Park). He now proposes to install a monstrosity that is not only a mockery of Emily Carr, but also the First Nations peoples she so admired, in our park. It has no redeeming features and has elements that are caricatures of Woody Woodpecker.

Let’s keep in mind we are talking about a structure — to call it art is a stretch — that will be 50 feet tall and approximately 18 feet at the base. Unlike the forest around it, it will

be made of presumable some core supporting structure of metal, covered by chemical foam, and painted and decorated with synthetic ma-terials that will breakdown in sunlight and the weather. Unlike totems carved by First Nations that will nd their way back to nature over time, this thing will become solid waste. Tag-gers will love it. It seems to me that the forest we have is much better than some caricature of a forest.

Karl has stated there were not too many negatives at his meeting. Shame on me for missing it but I was not aware there was such a meeting. You can be sure he had his friends and supporters there. We have just come through one of the most divisive tax arguments in the history of North Cowichan. Where are the funds he requests to come from? Surely we have more pressing issues than this?

Recently when asked where money has come from for similar things the answers I received were “from reserves.” Well, reserves are for rainy day items are they not? If we have money for items like this would they not be better used for something that bene ts all the community or pay down debt? Who is going to maintain this thing? The Mural Society struggles to look after the murals.

This ad hoc approach does nothing to build a sustainable town where people of all ages want to live and support businesses that meet their needs. All it does is perpetuate the current tourist based model that leaves us with empty storefronts when the economy tanks. Council should not support this in principle or in any other way.Alex CurrieChemainus

All great ideas need All great ideas need a succession plana succession planIn my opinion:In my opinion: Time for beautifi ca- Time for beautifi ca-tion of the streets to take its turn the tion of the streets to take its turn the forefront in Chemainus forefront in Chemainus

My wife and I arrived in this won-derful town a few years after the mural program was introduced.

The esprit de corp was strong and the various interests of the town’s

service clubs and organizations seemed to be ow-ing in the same direction.

At the time, the province’s municipal affairs department was dovetailing revitalization ideas from various communities throughout B.C.

It resulted in a number of projects, including the Chemainus murals.

There was a cohesiveness among volunteers, the shopkeepers and district council. The streets of Che-mainus were alive with buskers, musical bands, ve art retailers, eateries galore, gift shops aplenty, and a marvellous regional tourism promotion group called AM Tourism, which met in Duncan monthly.

Eventually growing pains crept in, and attempts were made to deal with it. With the blessing of the District of North Cowichan, a group formed called the Art & Business Council, which included the Chamber of Commerce and the Festival of Murals Society.

The rst Business Improvement Area was formed, whereby each business was assessed an amount on its annual tax bill to promote tourism through advertising and beauti cation.

There was considerable opposition from some single building owners containing a single business, due in part to their large square footage, when com-pared to a building with many rental spaces.

It’s easy to deal with the past when you have the advantage of water under the bridge, but it seemed the change resulted in the beginning of struggles to maintain the momentum of keeping Chemainus in the tourism spotlight.

Many more towns were painting murals, so the viewing public may have been less attracted to our murals, as great as they are.

The art shops began to disappear. Each year there was a urry of new businesses signing up to rental space in April, and by November a good number of them were gone. Square footage costs on Willow Street were out of sight.

If most of the landlords were local, I have a feeling the road to the future would have had a different look. Advertising costs were rising and so were business taxes. Volunteers were exhausted and there were fewer and fewer to replace them.

All great ideas and projects need succession plans. Early enthusiasm here, may have pushed aside thoughts of “how do we keep this going?”

Should we not be giving serious thought to more manageable things like beauti cation, rather than expensive monumental projects?

Are visitors being misled, about the little town of boutiques, with invitational billboards showing its beauty, when once around the extraordinarily beautiful traf c circle, they see badly maintained and uninviting street scenes?

How about a tree dressing along the highway to hide the industrial area, then the district can get to work on expanding it, for more industry and added diversi cation for the districts tax base.

Rather than a monument, let’s beautify the town’s entrances and main street, as proposed by the revital-ization committee. Claude Burroughs has lived in Chemainus since the mid-’80s.

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Tribes throws Tribes throws support to SD79support to SD79

Cowichan Tribes’ chief and council are voicing their sup-port for School District 79’s de cit budget.

Chief Harvey Alphonse sent a letter to Education Minister George Abbott on June 5, outlining the band’s “full support” for the restoration budget.

“We believe the restoration budget is attempting to restore quality education services and programs for our students,” the letter states.

Those services and programs include Aboriginal teachers, Hul’qumi’num language instruction, increased occupa-tional therapy services, and counselling services for elementary schools.

“Underfunding in education affects Aboriginal children across British Co-lumbia,” the letter reads, “and this has a negative impact on the success rate of our children in the school system.”

School District 79’s budget, which passed in a 5-4 vote in May, spends al-most $3.8-million more than the district is allotted by the provincial government.

This is illegal under the School Act and according to Abbott will see the elected board removed, and replaced with an appointed trustee, if trustees do not send the ministry a balanced budget by June 30.

The restoration budget has also garnered support from other community corners, and most recently was lauded by B.C. Teachers’ Federation president Susan Lambert at a rally in Cowichan June 6.

— Krista Siefken

Andrew LeongHolly Arntzen was among about 50 valley residents making themselves heard with pots and pans as they marched around the streets and highway of Duncan to raise awareness regarding the Omnibus Bill C-38 on the evening of Wednesday, June 6. Cowichan Casseroles are happening regularly. The next is in Duncan Friday starting at the VIU Cowichan Campus at 6 p.m.


By the way, did you hear:• Malcolm Taylor, 5, of Cobble

Hill, Braydon Luscombe, 19, and Cody Smith, 21, of Duncan, all took part in The War Amps 2012 B.C.

Child Amputee (CHAMP) Seminar in Victoria, which covered all aspects of growing up as an amputee. The older boys served as junior counsel-ors, while Malcolm demonstrated his monkey bar, swim and bike devices.

• Principal Darrell Wright is bidding farewell to Crofton Elementary School and saying hello to the school community at Khowhemun Elementary School where he has been assigned to the position of principal. He switches places with Rhonda MacDowell who has been assigned to Crofton.

• It was just two years ago Brad LaRose and Dave Hind were teamed up to nish top spot at the Student Auto Skills B.C. championships, hosted by Ford, BCAA and BCIT. Now they are teaming again at Master Mechanic Auto Repair in Duncan, LaRose as the service manager, Hind as the main mechanic.

• George Baird of the Cobble Hill Farmers’ Institute raves about was the nale of the second-annual South Cowichan Chamber of Com-merce Culinary Treasure Hunt at the Cobble Hill Hall. Nearly100 people gathered for a feast

prepared by Chef Marisa Goodwin of Organic Fair of Cobble Hill. The event included singing by Kelly Kumbruch accompanied by Mary Noakes. Kent Goodwin, Richard Verhagen and the Organic Fair staff, Ian and Jeannie Chris-tisen of Morning Side Farms, the Old Farm Market, Quist Meats, Moziro Coffee, Teafarm and SCHFIAS volunteers also got praise. Thanks also went to sponsors and donors Glen Naylor’s Financial Group, Thrifty Foods, Hilltop Stone & Garden, Wise Financial Services, RONA, Leslie and Bill Grills, Baird Brothers Farm, Integra Foods Intl. Corp., Masthead Restau-rant, Satellite Bar & Grille at the Arbutus Golf Club, Cowichan Valley Hypnotherapy, Damali Lavender & Winery and Gil-Power Hobby Farm and emcee George Robbins.

• The West Coast Men’s Support Society opened the doors of its new headquarters at 213-80 Station Street, Duncan on June 1. They ask men in need to come by and ask for support. For more on programs contact executive director Grant Waldman at 250-597-2801 or at [email protected].

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At right, special guest Medford bursary winner Emily Stretch sings Roxie from musical Chicago at Medford Singers’ presen-tation of Give My Regards to Broadway on Sunday, June 10 at Duncan United Church. At left, special guest bursary winner Tali-etha Sangha sings Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tell Me On A Sunday during Encore! Women’s Choir presenta-tion of Once More with Feeling on Sunday, May 27 at Duncan United Church.

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Egan’s Diamonds polished for evening sparkleEgan’s Diamonds polished for evening sparkle

Peter W. RuslandNews Leader Pictorial

Pearls of personal wisdom are shined by valley songwriter Mary Egan on her fresh CD Some Days Are Diamonds.

“It’s pretty autobiographi-cal,” she said, preparing for Wednesday’s album-release party at the Craig Street Brew Pub.

Egan will be backed by drummer Tanya Gillespie, bassist Martyn Jones, and guitarists David K. and Ray Harvey. Guests include three of her music students plus an acoustic set by Dead Eyes Open.

“I’ve written all the songs but one which is the title track,” she said of her CD.

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But the former Bijou Du Bayou-band torch shares some thoughts about her daily grind on her 10-tune platter re-corded at North Cowichan’s Woodshop studio during the past year.

“It’s been a rough few years. I just picked up a guitar one day and started writing them,” said the Duncan home-girl who continues volunteer work with Co-wichan Idol and Honeymoon Bay Days.

Of Egan’s nine Diamond numbers “people will nd their own stories behind them.”

“Some are feel-good songs. One of them, called The Feeling, comes from when my dad (Gerry) wrote a poem for me before he died.

“It’s all about nature and the feeling

you get from being outside, and just being alive.”

Another tune, Only If You Need Me — backed on the CD by pianist Thomas Kinzel — emerged from Egan’s experi-ences raising her two kids.

“I’m incredibly happy with the CD. it’s the rst one that represents me,” said Egan, 37, citing her reggae song Sleep in.

CD session players also include bassists Ian Bartlett and Carson Ogden, singer Jones, Woodshop owner Zak Cohen on mandolin, Moritz Behm on violin, and J.J. Charlebois on guitar.

Egan, who teaches voice at Duncan Music, was classically trained and has ne-tuned her voice into the countri ed

folk-rock styles she enjoys.She’s also mentoring young musicians.

“Where I play, youths also play and showcase their own stuff.”

Her stuff is created on the guitar.“I write the melody, and let the words

come to me. If I over-think it, it just turns into junk.

“A song is just how I’m feeling or

what’s happening around me,” she said remembering Diamond tune Sing Like A Bird when I’d practise singing my room when I didn’t usually say a word.”

Egan still lets her tunes do the talking.“I’m not looking to become a superstar,

but if I can help young people in any way, I will.”

Your ticketWhat: Release of Mary Egan’s CD

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courtesy Mary EganSome Days Are Diamonds is the rst recording Mary Egan says truly represents her. It will be unveiled Wednesday in Duncan.

Home brewed tunes:Home brewed tunes: Singer-songwriter Mary Egan launches Singer-songwriter Mary Egan launches her new CD Wednesday at Craig Street Brew Pubher new CD Wednesday at Craig Street Brew Pub

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Announcing the 2012 Islands Song-writing Contest Finalists, as selected from three regional shows (including one last weekend in Duncan): Jamie Bouttell — This Lust; Kevin Mitchell — Out of Sight Out of Mind; Birgit Kuit — Beautiful; Paul Ruszel — Harvest

Time; Brian Hazelbower — The Gar-den Song; Naomi Payan (left) — The Ground I was Given; Shanti Bremer - Drink it Down; Patricia Kirk — Let’s Take a Stand; Kemal Evans — Blue Yellow. The winner will be announced at this summer’s Islands Folk Festival.

Lake Idol picked Lake Idol picked Sara Ferguson (left), was this year’s

Lake Cowichan Idol during Lake Days weekend. Second place went to Mari Pelly and third to Sidney Hall.

Twenty-four competitors took part, the largest entry pool in the event’s fi ve-year history.

Finalists picked in Island song contestFinalists picked in Island song contest

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One thing in particular about the small town of Hanapepe, Hawaii, stood out to Phil and Michelle Mavis, own-

ers of Chemainus’ Willow Street Cafe.

“At night, the street just came alive,” Phil said.

“This tiny town went from a quiet place in the daytime to a bustling street party in the evening with mer-chants open for business, artists and musicians performing and interact-ing with the public.

“We thought, this is exactly what Chemainus needs.”

And this is exactly what Che-mainus now may have thanks to a collaboration between Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society, local arts groups, and businesses.

ArtBeat, an interactive art walk and street festival featuring local artists, musicians and performers will be held on Willow Street Friday evening. And it will continue every Friday between 5 and 9 p.m., from now until the end of August.

In Hawaii, Mavis liked how the artists were creating art while the

public ambled by. He felt it gave the artist and the public a chance to have a conversation about the art, and increased the likelihood of the public connecting with the work.

He wants to provide this same experience for residents and visitors to the Cowichan Valley.

“This isn’t just art on the wall,” he said. “We will have the artists working on site, interacting with our guests.”

Local painter Jen Tinsley said she is honoured to join fellow artists in a showcase of Vancouver Island art.

“ArtBeat will be like an interactive gallery where you will be able to view art, meet the artists, and even observe some of the artists at work,” she said. “With the shops and res-taurants staying open and live music playing, it will be a great place to spend a Friday night this summer.”

Friday’s opening features local musicians Dave Young and Friends, Beverley McKeen, Mercedes Benoit, and the Ukeladies busking along Willow Street and in the Se-cret Garden. Lynda Allen Tap Dance group, including the Noisy Boys tap and beatbox group, will perform in front of Willow Street Cafe.

Meanwhile, artists Cim MacDon-ald and Connie Greig-Manning, who painted some of Chemainus’s fa-mous murals, will be demonstrating their work. The intention is for every Friday to have a unique combination of talent and entertainment.

Mavis envisions this becoming an annual summer staple.

“It’s here to stay. When your fam-ily roles into town for a visit, you

can take them to ArtBeat to show off our local talent.”

The call for artists is still open. Visit the CVCAS website cvcas.com for more information.

ArtBeat: the new pulse ofArtBeat: the new pulse ofFriday nights in ChemainusFriday nights in Chemainus

wPhil Mavis:came alive

courtesy ArtBeatConnie Grieg-Manning painted The Lumber Barons, which was designated the of cial 10th-anniversary mural. She will be one of the featured guests Friday as ArtBeat debuts.

Andrew LeongDancer Jessica Starr dances to Speechless at the Gravity Dance Company presentation of Come To-gether at the Cowichan Theatre on Sunday, June 17. For more Andrew Leong images from the show, go to cowichannewsleader.com.

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Vancouver Island Rent Bank and Rental Assistance Forum: a discussion about how to prevent homelessness using small loans and grants for renters for those interested in preventing homelessness, 10 a.m., Duncan United Church, 246 Ingram Street. To register contact Social Planning Co-wichan at 250-746-1004 ext. 250 or email [email protected]. Sponsored by SPARC BC and Social Planning Cowichan.

Cowichan Green Community’s Annual General Meeting: food with fl air and a not-to-miss presentation by Mark Lake-man, the activist and architect behind the world renowned CityRepair project based in Portland, Oregon, 5 p.m. Duncan Christian Reformed Church (930 Trunk Road, Dun-can. Call 250-748-8506.

Tending Native Plants: work with wildfl owers, grasses, trees and shrubs in the native plant nursery, Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Cowichan Garry Oak Preserve, 1241 Maple Bay Rd. Free. Call 250-748-7124. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Aitken Road.

ThursdayThursday Sid Johnson with Johnny

Good: Sid has a new CD to showcase before moving to Montreal in July, and he also says we should hear this guy Johnny Good, 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330

Duncan Street. Tickets are $12 advance, $15 door. Call 250-748-7246.

The Devan Bailey Quartet: plays jazz at the Bay Pub In Cowichan Bay 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Thursday. Featur-ing Devan Bailey on sax, Geoff Johnson on guitar, John Robertson on stand-up bass, and Nick Jarvie on the small-est drum-set you will ever see him play, with the addition of the occasional special guests. No cover.

Artists in Support of Our Youth: Bernadette McCormack’s paintings, Brandi Ked-dell’s glasswork and Susan Whitham’s clay creations are featured in this Hummingbird Studio event to benefi t the Community Options Society, 6 to 9 p.m., 801 Wharncliffe Road, Duncan B.C. Call 250-737-1888. Also Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tansor Summer Fun Fair: fun swing carnival ride, bouncy castle, games food and prizes. Live music by Alan Eskelson, Dawn-Marie Dowling, Charlie Wade, Deb Sumner and ots more family fun, 4 to 7 p.m. 50-cent tickets and cash con-cession. Call 250-748-4631.

Mark Lakeman: one the lead-ers in sustainability innova-tion speaks on how to take our region to the next level, 6 p.m., CVRD boardroom, 175 Ingram Street, Duncan. Free. Call 250-746-2509 for information.

Mad Hats & Teapots: open-ing reception celebration of function, form and non_func-tion, 6 to 9 p.m. at the Margit Nellemann Studio and Gallery. Wood turner Art Liestman, textile artist Ulrieke Benner and ceramicist Margit Nel-lemann offer an amusing artful

feast for the senses in an exhibit running until 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until July 22, 8350 Richards Trail, North Cow-ichan. Call 250-748- 3811.

Clements Centre Community Dance: Community dance for people with special needs and their families, friends, and care givers. Live music will be provided by the Kelly Girvan Duo, featuring country and dance tunes, 7 p.m., Clements Centre, 5856 Clements St. North Cowichan. Caregivers no charge, all others $8 per person. Call 250-246-2250.

The 100 Voices for One World

Choir: sings songs with the ethics of multiculturalism, and multi-generational thinking with the Cowichan Spirit Drummers 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the VIU outdoor concert stage. Call 250-701-0978 for information.

FridayFridayThe Wilds: Holly Arntzen (folk)

and Kevin Wright (rock), with David Sinclair on guitar and Steve Moyer on bass — put-ting the fun into fundamental ecological concerns, one of the fi nest, energetic and com-passionate collection of musi-cians to bring you a message. Bring on those dancing shoes, 8 p.m., Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Avenue, Crofton. Tickets $15 Call 250-324-2245.

Skulastic See and Wes Paul: with special guests zoner and aco, some of the island’s fi nest hip-hop 8 p.m., Duncan Garage Showroom, 330

Duncan Street. Tickets are $12 advance, $15 door. Call 250-748-7246.

Kidsport Cowichan Beer and Burger Night: fun and prizes including a barbecue from RONA to help Cowichan Youth play organized sports, Friday, 5:30 p.m. Duncan Travelodge. Tickets $15. Call 250-715-7993.

SaturdaySaturdaySkellig: CD release and

beginning of their quarterly invited showcase sessions, bringing in Vancouver Island bands that they feel need exposure. Other musicians welcome, 7 p.m., Crofton Hotel, 1534 Joan Avenue, Crofton. Call 250-324-2245.

How to Start A Co-op: a work-shop on putting the pieces together, 9 a.m., Vancouver Island University Cowichan campus lecture theatre. Admission by donation. Call 250-896-3578

UV Groovy Day: The doctors and staff at South Cowichan Eyecare is helping to keep children’s eyes protected from damaging UV rays by giving away free sunglasses to kids 5 & under., South Cowichan Eyecare, Valleyview Centre, 1400 Cowichan Bay Rd. No purchase necessary. Call 250-743-8899

The Wilds: Holly Arntzen (folk) and Kevin Wright (rock) with David Sinclair on guitar and Steve Moyer on bass put the fun into fundamental ecological concerns. One of the fi nest, energetic and compassionate collection of superb musicianship to bring you a message, 8 p.m.,

Duncan Garage Showroom, 330 Duncan Street. Tickets are $20 advance, $20 door. Call 250-748-7246.

Hands across the Water: a healing hula workshop featur-ing the poetry and prayer in motion of Leilani Petranek of Kaua’I at the Quw’utsun Cultural Conference Centre, 200 Cowichan Way, Duncan. Tickets $30 in advance, $40 at the door, $20 in groups of 10 or more. Call 250-246-5275, All proceeds after expenses to promote Indigenous cultural exchanges.

15 Reasons Why to Walk: there are 15 types of vasculi-tis. Walk to create awareness for a disease that has no known cause or cure,10 a.m., North Cowichan Fire Hall, 5851 Duncan Street, $20 to register or by donation. Call 250-715-6030.

SundaySundayCulinary Team Canada: a fun

gourmet evening to cheer on Canada’s fi ve-chef junior team headed to the Culinary

Olympics in Germany. Event features a four-course meal and clips of the team’s journey from fi lmmaker Nick Versteeg, 6 p.m. Oceanfront Suites, Co-wichan Bay. Tickets $65. Call 250-746-4510 for information.

Ronda Rozon: music on the patio, rain or shine as part of the Sunday night summer music series at Merridale Ciderworks Bistro, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., no cover charge. For more, call 250-743-4293.

Noodles of the World Open Mike: Singer Joey Belanger hosts multi-talented musi-cians between 1 and 4 p.m. at NOW, 161 Station St., Duncan. No cover. Call 250-597-0313.

VI Film and Entertainment Co-op Meet and Greet: people interested in all aspects of fi lm making and entertain-ment events are gathering to support each other, learn and create. No experience neces-sary, 3 p.m. Duncan library, multi-purpose room, James St. Duncan. Call 250-743-6780.

Andrew LeongMill Bay Thrifty Foods store manager Mike Murphy and CVRD’s Mike Walker visit the newly renovated produce department during the grand re-opening celebration on Friday, June 8.

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RODGER, Margaret MarieMargaret Marie Rodger (nee Burton) nurse, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away June 9, 2012 at Cowichan District Hospital, Duncan. A longtime resident of Duncan, Marg was born in Niagara Falls, New York on May 3, 1923. She was the only child of Robert Henry (Harry) Burton and Margaret Isobel Burton (Prince). In Marg's fi rst year, the Burton family moved to Timmins, Ontario where Harry worked for many years as an electrical engineer at The Dome Mine. Marg took her formal schooling in Timmins and South Porcupine graduating from St. Mary's Nursing School in 1945. Harry's retirement coincided with Marg's graduation and the family moved west in 1947 where Marg had accepted a nursing position at King's Daughters Hospital, Duncan. Marriage followed in 1949 and Marg continued her career through the birth of 3 children and divorce in 1967. She was a well known fi xture at both KDH and its successor, Cowichan District Hospital, working on the wards and in the operating room at KDH, and moving on to Central Supply Room at CDH before her retirement in 1988. An active volunteer all of her life, Marg campaigned for Heart & Stroke, the Canadian Cancer Society, mammography screening at CDH, and worked with the CDH Alumni. When diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease in 2007, Marg moved from her apartment on First Avenue to Sherwood House where she happily spent the last 4 years of her life. She will be missed by her 3 children: Patricia (Byron) Hill of Victoria, Laurie (Barb) Rodger of Kelowna, and Kevin (Kim) Rodger of Duncan; 6 grandchildren: Graham Hill, Burton Hill, Shawna Geistlinger, Kelsey Schneider, Claire Rodger, and Lauren Rodger; 5 great-grandchildren: Jack Hill, Josephine Hill, Oscar Hill,Addison Geistlinger, and Gavin Geistlinger; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Alice and Eric Rodger of Kamloops; sister-in-law Joyce Rodger; numerous nieces and nephews; and countless friends. The family wishes to thank the staff of 2nd South at CDH for their sensitive and responsive care; Audrey and the staff at Sherwood House for their kindness to Margaret over the past 4 years; and special thanks to Dr. Jan Malherbe for the generous gift of his time, vast medical knowledge, and gentle spirit which helped ease the family through Marg's fi nal days. A Celebration of Marg's life will take place Saturday, July 21 from 2:00 - 5:00 pm at the Cowichan Golf and Country Club. The family will be establishing a bursary for a nursing student in Margaret’s name. As a lasting legacy and in the spirit of Marg’s generous nature, please consider following her example by paying it forward and doing someone a good deed.

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KONKIN, Patricia AnneIt is with profound sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our cherished wife, mother, grandmother and sister, Patricia Konkin on the morning of June 14, 2012, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. She was at home surrounded by her family.Patti was born on July 03, 1943 in Winnipeg, Manitoba to Edward and Michelle Ostrow. In 1954, the family moved to Vancouver. B.C.Upon graduation from high school, Patti entered the Registered Nursing Program at St. Pauls Hospital, from where she graduated in 1964. After her marriage to Fred, they moved briefl y to Quesnel before settling in Duncan where they raised their four daughters.Patti will be sadly missed by her husband of 46 years, Dr. Fred Konkin, daughters Tanya (Bryan), Trish (John), and Stephanie (Jeff); grandchildren Danielle, Adam, Victoria and Olivia, sisters Jacquie, Janice and brother Tom along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.Patti was predeceased by her youngest daughter Christa in 2001, parents Edward in 2001 and Michelle in 2012.Patti was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother to her four children and four grandchildren. She greatly treasured her times spent with her family and many friends. Patti was also known for her kindness, her strength, her sense of humour and her quick smile. She was also an accomplished artist. Her other interests included a lifelong love of animals and she had been known to rescue those in need.Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Edwards Catholic Church, 2085 Maple Bay Road, Duncan, B.C. on Friday, June 22, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Father Alfredo Monacelli, Celebrant. Cremation. Reception to follow in church basement.A very special Thank-You goes out to all those who were involved in Patti's care and treatment over the last 11 years. Online condolences may be offered at

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DAVIS, Emma (Nee Deller) Born in Shoal Lake, Manitoba June14,1916. On Sunday, June 10th 2012, Emma passed away peacefully with family by her side at Cerwydden Care Facility in Duncan, BC. Predeceased by husband Rocky in 1989, and 4 brothers, George, Fred, Walter and William Deller and sister Effi e Piper. Emma will be sadly missed by her family, 2 sons, Gerald (Sharon), Courtney, BC,

Larry (Jan), Duncan, BC and 2 daughters, Roxy (John Preston), Nanaimo, BC, Wendy (Rob Johnston), NSW, Australia. Also, 7 grandchildren, Lisa Kaa (Matt), Maple Ridge, BC, Natasha Davis (Brandon), Comox, BC, Melissa and Graham Johnston, NSW, Australia, Brenner Davis (Victoria), Duncan, BC, Jordan and Colton Davis, Duncan, BC, 4 great- grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Juliane Ross, Emma Giesbrecht and Jaxon Manderson. As well as numerous nieces and nephews across Canada. Emma worked for Eaton’s in Winnipeg, Man. and Hamilton, Ont. Then in November of 1945 in Winnipeg, Manitoba she married Rocky Davis where they lived until 1965 before moving to Duncan, BC. Both Emma and Rocky were active and loved camping and traveling. They also volunteered with Scouting, Brownies and youth groups at the Community Club in St. James, Winnipeg. In Duncan, BC, Emma was very involved in the Duncan United Church, UCW, Arbutus Travel Club, Harmony Women’s Group and Scouts Guild. We would like to thank the caregivers at Cerwydden Care Facility in Duncan, BC. They always made sure Mom was comfortable, happy and looking her very best. A service will be held on Thursday, June 21st, 2 pm at the Duncan United Church. In lieu of fl owers please consider a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsfuneral.com

LEHMANN, Martha JohannaJuly 1, 1924 - June 15, 2012

It is with great sadness we announce the passing for our Mom, Oma, and Great Oma.Predeceased by husband John in 1982. Survived by her son Bruce, daughter Loretta (Charlie), grandchildren Ashley (Justin) and Randy (Megan, Trinity), and great granddaughters Cierra and Malia. We would like to thank all the people of Sunridge Place, especially those in Dahlia and Daffodil houses, for all their wonderful care and compassion shown to Mom over these past few years.A private family gathering will be held at a later date.Those so wishing may donate to a charity of choice.

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MORGAN, George John MoresbyOct 2, 1931 – June 14, 2012

Descendant of the explorer Admiral Moresby and lifelong resident of Cowichan, George is survived by his sister Elizabeth Lohan and his nieces and their families.He attended Duncan Grammar School, Brentwood College, University School and Victoria College. He worked as a surveyor throughout BC until 1959 before settling into a life of farming.George spent many happy times on hunting trips, playing rugby, photographing landscapes, and working the beloved farm on which he and his sister were born. He often described the farm as “a little piece of heaven”.Acknowledgement and gratitude for all the care and support of George over the years from his sister and his nieces and their families. Special thanks to his care giving staff who made the fi nal stretch of his life as enjoyable as possible.His ashes will be scattered under the chestnut tree that was planted to commemorate his birth and under which his Parents ashes reside.Service will be held At Duncan United Church, Ingram Street on Friday June 29 at 1:00pm.

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ODELL – Martha Alfreda(Richards)

Jan 16, 1923 – June 16, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our aunt Martha Odell, who after a brief illness has gone to meet her husband and companion of 61 years. She was predeceased by her husband, Don in April 2012; her sisters Eva Davis, Pearl Holman and Patricia (Fransen) Powell; one niece Linda

(Holman) Stanbrook and three nephews Lynn and Harvey Holman and Owen Fransen. She is survived by her sister Phyllis Richards; nieces and nephews; great and great-grand nieces and nephews. Martha was the youngest of the three daughters of Westholme pioneer Alfred Richards and his wife Florence Pinson. At one year old she lost her mother, shortly after, her father remarried and two more sisters were added to the family. Martha was raised and lived her entire life in the Cowichan Valley where for many years she worked at her retail job. Walking to work on a snowy day she waved and smiled at a handsome young truck driver clearing snow from the streets. They met and were married in 1951. From that moment on Martha and Don were inseparable and now remain that way for eternity. A celebration of Martha’s life will be held at Sands Funeral Chapel, 187 Trunk Road, Duncan, BC on Monday, June 25, 2012 at 2:00 pm. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those so desiring, may make a donation in memory of Martha to the Westholme School Society, Box 76, Westholme, BC V0R 3C0. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsfuneral.comWe will miss you dearly Aunty Mart, Rest in Peace with your loved one.

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SHATZKO- MCALISTERElizabeth Dianne (Dawson )

JUNE 16 2012 The lovely Lady Di passed away at her home in Duncan on June 16th in the arms of her loving husband after an arduous 5 year battle with cancer. She was a very private person and very few of her many friends realized the gravity of her deteriorating health. Dianne is the embodiment of everything that is good in this world -

demure, unassuming, devoted, selfl ess, gentle, courageous, classy, elegant and generous. Her friends would all admit that she was a role model and thank her for being a part of their lives. She loved her home, she loved her dogs, she loved her many girl friends and she truly loved her husband. Dianne attended Lord Byng high school in Vancouver where she was voted student most likely to succeed; worked at BCTel for 30 years and as a mature student, obtained her Master of Arts in Economics from the London School of Economics. She moved to the Cowichan Valley in 1997 and is survived by her husband Hylton, and her boys Charles VI and Willy Nilly. Many thanks to all the doctors, nurses and administrative staff at Royal Jubilee Hospital. Further thanks to Dr. Willie Pewarchuk, Dr. Daphne Robinson and the oncology staff at CVDH. And, special thanks to all the Home Care nurses who were so much help in her fi nal days. There will be a celebration of Dianne’s life at the family home in Duncan on Saturday, June 23 1-4pm. No fl owers please but donations in her memory may be made to the Cowichan Valley SPCA. Condolences may be shared online at www.sandsfuneral.com

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Corrie Martinson and Mi-chelle Gunn are proud to an-nounce the birth of their twin boys Jaxson Lawrence and Hayden Riley, Born May 10th 2012 at 8:15 and 8:19 am at St. Pauls Hospital. Jaxson weighing 6lbs 6oz and Hayden weighing 5lbs 3oz. A special thanks to our Family, we couldn’t have done it without all of you :)

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CARDS OF THANKS

The Caljouw family would like to thank everyone for the incredible outpouring of sym-pathy we’ve received over the passing of Mike Sr. The fl oral tributes, cards & food were very much appreciated and made us realize even more how many more lives Pops had touched. A very special thank you to Bill Keserich for doing such a wonderful job as MC at the Celebration of Life. Bill made it a very special day. We would like to make an addi-tional mention of those that gave comforting eulogies at the service. Also a thank you to the News papers and SunFM for the wonderful coverage they gave of his passing, but also for letting everyone know like we al-ready did what a special man he was. Thank you all.The Caljouw family

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Hiiye’yu Lelum (House of Friendship) Society Annual General Meeting is to be held on Monday, June 25, 2012. Supper will be served at 6 PM and meeting will follow. Items to be discussed are the Finan-cial Statements for 2011-2012 and election of Board of Direc-tors (members in good stand-ing). Join us and bring a friend. New Members Wel-come.

LOST AND FOUND

FOUND: A remote key for Volkswagen. Please come to Aha Sushi at Duncan Village Green Mall.

FOUND at Cherry Point Beach, right after the super moon, a digital camera. Call to identify (250)733-2572

FOUND: DIGITAL camera. Sat, June 9, Maple Bay Road, Owner identify to claim. Call 250-748-6487 ask for Alix.

FOUND - Ford key (possibly with a chip) & remote in West-holme near Westhill Rd. Can be claimed at the News Lead-er Pictorial offi ce, next to Buckerfi elds.

FOUND - ONE TOYOTA KEY April 23, 2012, on Chippewa Rd, Duncan.

FOUND Silver custom made ring (wide band) with engrav-ing. Found Monday June 4th on Islay St. Call to identify, 250-746-4471. Can be claimed at the Cowichan News Leader, #2-5380 Trans Cana-da Hwy, next to Buckerfi elds.

HONDA keys found - A black leather zippered key holder containing Honda keys and a couple of others (one marked Chateau) were found approx May 15 on Cowichan Bay Rd, between Wessex & Bench. Can be claimed at the News Leader Pictorial offi ce, #2-5380 Trans Canada Hwy, next to Buckerfi elds.

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KEYS FOUND, March 20/12 in Safeway parking lot. 4 small keys on a very large metal ring. Can be claimed at the News Leader Pictorial offi ce, #2 - 5380 TCH, next to Buck-erfi elds.

LOST 1 pair of round grandfa-thers glasses in a brown leath-er case, at the head of the Sherman Road path (TC Trail), between Sherman & Walmart. REWARD. (250)715-5563

LOST, possibly Maple Bay Rd. Harley Key with remote. RE-WARD. (250)391-1404

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LADYSMITH. NEW 3 bdrm/3 bath home ready to move in. Open concept, beautiful kitch-en, lots of tiling. Includes all appliances. Landscaped. New Home Warranty. $339,900 1124 Gilson Pl. 250-741-0353 or 250-714-2746.

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REAL ESTATE

RV SITES

YOUBOU: Sunny side of Lake Cowichan, 25’x50’ RV Lot with 25’ Mallard Sport Trailer. Lot is done with 2 stone slab patios, high end plastic grass for low maintenance. Must see to ap-preciate. Strata fee $125 monthy + hydro. Asking $130,000. Call (250)748-8776.

MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

For Sale: NEW 1296 square foot Modular Home. View at Rocky Creek Village, unit # 70-A Alderwood Drive, Lady-smith. Open House every Fri-day, Saturday, and Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. For more information please phone Ken 250-245-4081.

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

$500/MO STARTING- weeklyavailable, many apartment types, furnished, w/common kitchen. All utils, internet in-cluded. FREE local calls, No Credit Checks. Call Motel, 250-748-0661, (Duncan).

Avail Wild Rose Apts 1 & 2 Bdrms, quiet,

well maintained building. Central location.

Heat & hot water incl’d. For on-site manager

1 Month FREE

Call 250-748-1304

CENTRAL LOCATION, Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms, bal-cony, F/S, hot water, parking, pet considered, $525-$850/mo. Call 250-748-7764.

COWICHAN BAY, new de-tached 1 Bdrm apt, $750/mo incl’s basic TV, wifi & hydro. Some furniture if needed. Ref’s req. (250)748-4396

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

Cowichan Bay: Spectacular Ocean View 1BR Condo for rent. $800/month. N/S N/P Adult oriented building. 250-748-7993.

DUNCAN: 1 & 2-bdrm, 5 appls, close to School, Hospi-tal and bus route. $650-$800 utils. Lv msg: 250-597-4018.

DUNCAN- 1 bdrm, $750 in-cludes utilities. NS/NP. Avail now. Call Gerry (250)746-4144 or (250)715-6218.

DUNCAN, 1 bdrm on Alexan-der St. VERY clean, secure. No partiers. Sunny 3rd fl oor corner unit. Available now. Ref’s req. $675. (250)748-8196 or 250-701-7941.

DUNCAN

1 bdrm suites $590

& studio suites $520

Close to Beverly Corners, 4 blks to University, on bus

route. Updated; new fl ooring, new paint & some new fi x-

tures. Heat/hot water includ-ed. NS/NP. Refs.

(250)748-3729

DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, $850 in-cludes utilities. NS/NP. Avail July 1st. Call Gerry (250)746-4144 or (250)715-6218.

DUNCAN: 2BDRM condo, 4 appl’s, top fl oor, Lewis St. Avail Jul. 1st. No partiers, N/S. Refs, $750/mo. (250)715-1076

DUNCAN, 2-bed, 1350 sq ft, 5 appl, 2nd fl oor, no neighbours. N/P, N/S, hydro inc. $1100/m. (250) 746-9570

DUNCAN- BRIGHT 2 bdrm condo in secure bldg w/eleva-tor, F/S, D/W, W/D. N/S. $875 + utils. Available immed. Call 250-710-0881.

DUNCAN, bright 2 bed, 2 bath condo, top fl oor, 5 appl’s, close to hospital & schools. On bus route. $800. Available now. 250-701-8759

DUNCAN in town, avail July 1st., quiet 2 bdrm apt. 6 appli-ances, $850-$900. 250-246-6626 or 250-746-4016

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

DUNCAN, CLEAN 2 bdrm topfl oor corner, Hospital area, onbus route, quiet complex, 5appls. Caretaker. $795 mo.Avail July 1st. 1-250-474-0545

DUNCAN: LARGE bright, 2bdrm condo on Dingwall. F/S,D/W, in suite laundry with stor-age. 3rd fl oor, secure entry.Walk to shopping, VIU. $830.Call 250-748-7127.

Free Cable Hook Up!!

Mountain View Terrace Estates

3420 Auchinachie Road----------------------------------

Spacious Affordable Suites

1 Bedroom, $650.002 Bedroom, $825.00

-------------------------------New Carpet

Large balconies In-suite storage

Close to schools, shopping and walking trails

Includes: Heat, Hot waterand parking

--------------------------------------Resident managers on site

To view call250-748-3321

LAKE COWICHAN- 2 bdrmsuite, pets ok, large yard,parking, on bus route, laundry.$560. (Immed). 250-210-0756.

MAPLE Bay 1 bedrm suitew/private entrance, F/S, W/D,hydro & water included. Forquiet non smoking tenant. Petconsidered. $675/mos + DD.Ref req’d. Avail Aug. 1/12 orbefore. Call 250-732-2858.

NEAR NEW, 2 bedroom, cen-trally located, 5 appliances,adult orientated building,available June 1, NS/NP.$750.00/m 250-748-9622.

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GARAGE SALES

COBBLE HILL- 3534 Hidden Oaks Cres, Sat, June 23, 8am-3pm. Family sale! Hous-eswares, offi ce, some furni-ture, purses/bags, games, like new sm kitchen appliances w/original manuals included (bread maker, electric wok, coffee maker) etc. Lots of great stuff, don’t miss out!

DUNCAN: HUGE GARAGE SALE, 30 + tables! Some-thing for everyone! Furniture, beading, toys, books, house-hold and much more! Sat, June 23, 9 am-2 pm. Cow-ichan Exhibition Grounds, 7380 TCH. Hosted by Com-munity Policing Advisory Committee. RCMP with Child Ident on site (children’s fi ngerprinting with RCMP).

GARAGE SALES

DUNCAN, HUGE Multi unit sale! Sun June 24, 10 - 2:30, Westwood Estates, 3025 Cow-ichan Lake Rd, below hospital.Wide variety of items.

DUNCAN: Our annual multi-family garage sale. Sat, June 23, 9-3. 3194 Gibbins Rd.

DUNCAN: Sat Jul 14, 9-?. 1383 Maple Bay Rd. Local gym “NAK MUAY”(Kickboxing & Muay Thai) from Maple Bay are hosting a FUNDRAISER GARAGE SALE in order to send two of our fi ghters to Thailand for training and com-petition. If you have any *stuff* that you are willing to donate, please drop it off at 1383 Ma-ple Bay Rd.

MULTI-FAMILY. SATURDAY June 23, 8am-2pm. 5955 In-dian Rd, close Art Mann Park.

Garage SalesGarage Sales


RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

MAPLE GROVE APTS.3271 Cowichan Lake Rd

2 & 3 Bedroom Units _____________________

*Heat & Hot water included*Family oriented*Clean & quiet

*Renovated units*Indoor Pets welcome

*Onsite Laundry Facilities_____________________

Call (250) 710-7515 to view

SHAUGHNESSY GARDENS

3251 Cowichan Lake Rd.

Clean 1 & 2 bdrm units. Full size fridge, stove & dishwasher. Carpet & li-noleum, window cover-ings, fi replace. Quiet, well maintained bldg with elevator & sauna. Pet friendly. Close to schools & Hospitals.

CALL TO VIEW 250.710.7515 250.748.3412

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

AVAILABLE NOW 7000 sq.ft. store front with excellent expo-sure, overhead doors, ample parking. 250-748-9622

DUNCAN: OFFICE/Retail space available Aug. 1st. 600 sq ft, 2 parking stalls, separate washroom. 121 First St. Call 250-701-7178.

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

CHEMAINUS. 1-BDRM lower level. Private entrance, ocean view. NP/NS. Utils incld. $700. (250)416-0062.

DUNCAN, 1/2 duplex near hospital, $1250/m. July 1st. N/P,N/S. (250)748-6665

DUNCAN, Walk to town, Quiet 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, 5 appl’s. Fenced back yard. NS/NP. $1275 incl’s util. Avail July 1st. 250-748-9059

Duplex: 2 bdrm, lower level, F/S, W/D, fenced yard, on Lane Rd. N/S, N/P. $850/m Avail July 1. (250)748-0102

FREE RENT. Crofton: Top fl oor, 2 bdrm, ocean view, bal-cony, in 4plex. F/S, shared W/D, $650 mo + util’s. (250)246-3773, (250)324-3430

IN TOWN, 2 bdrm duplex, F&S, hy-dro included $950/mo. No pets. Avail now. 250-701-1937.

RENTALS

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

LAKE COWICHAN- reno’d 2 bdrm, sxs duplex, F/S, quiet rural setting. $600 + utils. Call 250-749-4061.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS

4 BDRM MOBILE Home at 29-2055 Koksilah Rd. $975 + utils. Pets neg. (Avail July. 1). Call Mel 250-597-0617 [email protected]

CROFTON- 2 bdrms. Newly reno, new appls, F/S, W/D, ev-erthing inside is new. Vaulted ceilings, covered deck. Locat-ed in family park. Avail now. $875. Call for appt 250-246-1810 or 250-210-1006 cell.

MODULAR HOMES

JUNE SPECIALBrand New 16’ Wide Modular

Homes. From $69,000.00 [email protected]

HOMES FOR RENT

2-BDRM RANCHER, large kitchen, living room, full bath, baseboard heat. Large fenced yard, close to schools & corner store. Pet ok, W/D hookup, F&S incl. $985/mo. July 1 250-748-4613 or 250-701-8333

9914 WILLOW St- 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, $1250. Ardent Properties, (250)753-0881.www.ardentproperties.com

CHEMAINUS Old Town , full renovated house, F/S,W/D, DW, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, wood fl oors, sunroom, decks, land-scaped yard. N/S, pet consid-ered. Ref’s, lease required. June 15th, $1,300/mo + util. Call (250)748-1926 after 5pm

LAKE COWICHAN- 2 bdrm home, close to town, nice yard, deck. NP/NS. Refs req’d. $850 mo + hydro. Avail June. 15th or after. 1-(250)653-4234.

MILL BAY 2 bdrm House on scenic acreage. Incls F/S, W/D hookup, small fenced yard NS/NP, $800. 250-743-2187.

MILL BAY. 3-bdrm, 1 bath. Quiet road, large yard. N/S. Lease. $1200. (250)361-7440.

SHAWNIGAN LAKE. 2-bdrm, near amenities, schools & beach. 5 appl’s, private entr. NP/NS. $975./mo. Avail. now. (250)743-5513, (250)213-3681

SHAWNIGAN LAKE. 3-bdrm, near amenities, schools & beach. 5 appl’s, yard. Priv. ent. NP/NS. $1250/m. Avail. now. (250)743-5513, (250)213-3681

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

SHAWNIGAN LK Village, 3bdr, 2bath, 1640 sq foot Home for rent. $1400 + utilities. 6 energy star appli-ances. family room, laundry room, storage, attached shop, large yard. Fireplace, pets wel-come. Landscaped yard. NewDeck. available NOW. contact:Anna: at 250-929-6187 or email [email protected]

WHARNCLIFFE RD Clean & well maintained 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, back patio, fi ve unit com-plex. FS/WD, fenced small garden. 1 yr lease $1200 + some util. Avail now. Call 250-701-7217.

OFFICE/RETAIL

1500 Sq ft, prime ground fl oor retail/offi ce space. Lrg win-dows, A/C, located downtown. 604-820-8929, 250-715-6880

DOWNTOWN DUNCAN 2500 sq.ft. 6 separate offi ces, re-ception, conference area & kitchen, 2nd fl oor, AC,. $1175/mo. 604-820-8929.

DUNCAN: OFFICE space for lease, highway exposure, A/C, ample parking. (250)746-5657 or 250-748-8671

DUNCAN, 1100-sqft Offi ce space. Will fi nish to suit, $750/m. (250)746-9570

DUNCAN 2500-sqft fi nished open fl oor plan, 2nd fl oor, $1500/m. (250) 746-9570

DUNCAN, downtown 950 sq.ft. ground fl oor, completely reno’d, offi ce, retail, or consult-ing. Reception area, 3 offi ces. Avail now. 604-820-8929

Mill Bay: Approx. 720 sq ft of offi ce/retail. Phone 250-743-3881 or 250-748-7266

SHARED ACCOMMODATION

DUNCAN, Dog friendly, seek-ing a single male 55+ to share my home, no bad habits. Ref’s. $550/mo incl’s cable, in-ternet & phone. (250)746-4620 leave message.

SUITES, LOWER

BACHELOR SUITE in house on acreage, 15 mins west of Duncan. N/S, quiet. $475./mo inclusive. (250)749-3854.

COWICHAN BAY- Studio Suite. Available Now. Full kitchen & bath. Cats ok. $425+ hydro. James, 250-888-9834.

DUNCAN- 2 bdrm, priv ent, grd level, small yard, close to amenities. Laundry available. $795+ utils. NS/NP, no par-ties. Call 250-701-3213.

RENTALS

SUITES, LOWER

CROFTON- 1 Bdrm bsmt suite for quiet person, priv laundry, D/W. N/S, no dogs. Lrg outside covered patio, 1 min walk to beach access. $625, cable, internet, utils incld. July 1. (250)246-1933.

DUNCAN - 1 bdrm. Stoneha-ven, nr. hosp. Priv. ent. Own laundry. F/S, W/D. Suits a quiet person. N/S, N/D. No parties. Sm. pet cons. $800 month, incl. heat, hydro. Ref. Req. Avail. now. Phone 597-7693

DUNCAN (2km south) 1 bdrm spacious, priv entr. F/S, W/D, hydro, cable, internet incld. NON-smoker, no pets. Quiet location. Avail July 1st. $675. (250)748-5290 after 10am.

DUNCAN, AVAIL immed, seeking quiet responsible ten-ant for a bright, cozy 1 bdrm suite. Incls F/S, W/D, hydro, cable, internet. N/S, N/P, $650 mo. Call 250-709-8869.

LAKE COWICHAN 2 bdrm suite, bright, spacious. $650. + utils. Avail Now. NS/NP. Call 250-749-6092.

MILL BAY, large 1 bdrm grd fl oor, sep ent, priv patio, ocean views, 1 block to ocean, in-suite laundry, gas F/P, on bus route, avail immed, $750 mo + $50 hydro. (250)701-1220.

SHAWNIGAN - self-contained 2 bdrm large suite with many extras. Util’s incld. A must see to be appreciated. Jul. 1 $1100 NS/NP. (250)743-3524

SUITES, UPPER

DOWNTOWN DUNCAN: 3 bdrm, 1 bath, NS/NP, W/D, F/S, $1050 shared util’s. Avail. Jul. 1st. Call (250)701-5588.

DUNCAN 3 Bd. suite main fl oor, WD/FS, NS/NP, near schools/bus stop. Large sun-deck. $900+util. Refs Req. 250-748-9837, 250-732-6278

DUNCAN- (walking distance to hospital) new 2 bdrm, 900 sq ft, upper suite w/priv ent, garage, F/S, D/W, W/D, views of Mt. Prevost. N/S. Avail July 1. $1000/mo. 250-732-6282.

TOWNHOUSES

3 BDRM Townhouse, clean & freshly painted, 1.5 bath, FS, Drapes, WD hookup. Sun-deck, lots of parking, quiet, near hospital, cheap to heat. Avail now. N/P. $850./mo. Call 250-748-7992, 250-748-2727. 250-709-7992.

RENTALS

TOWNHOUSES

DUNCAN 2-BDRM town-house. Large yard, parking. F/S, W/D hook-up. (Immed). $900-$950. 250-516-8881.

DUNCAN 3-BDRM town-house. Large yard, parking. F/S, W/D hook-up. (Immed). $1000-$1100. 250-516-8881.

TRANSPORTATION

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We Will Pay You $1000All Makes, All Models.New & Used Inventory.

1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www.greatcanadianautocredit.com

Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

WANT A Vehicle but stressed about your credit? Christmas in June, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. 1-888-593-6095www.creditdrivers.ca

CARS

1993 SPIRIT4 doors, gray, 4 cylin-der, good condition. Family owned car for 20 years. $1800 obo.

(250)716-0075.1997 Ford Escort LX, grey, 300 + km. Runs well, great on gas, needs work on brakes. $700 OBO. (250)748-3539

TRANSPORTATION

CARS

2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 fi rm. 250-755-5191.

SPORTS & IMPORTS

MERCEDES 1993, grey, 300E, auto, under 200,000 K, leather, needs news tires. $3,400. (250)597-3456 Maple Bay area.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLESFOR SALE

1992, 26 ft TRAVELAIRE, Class C Motorhome. Bright, clean, sleeps 4. Twin beds in back and fold down double bed. Excellent and clean condition. Full shower with skylight, gas generator, air conditioning, second owner, new internal batteries (worth $600), new water pump, only 91,300 km. Reliable, clean and functional. REDUCED to $15,750. (250) 748-3539

2006 Jazz by Thor 25’10” De-luxe travel trailer with front and rear slideout, walk around queen bed, A/C, fully loaded. Very little use. Stored under cover & never off the pave-ment. $19,000. Duncan. (250)746-5455

TRANSPORTATION

SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

This beautiful 2004 Volks-wagen Touareg has been well maintained. With only 135,000 KM on an economi-cal and spirited V6 engine, all wheel drive and tow hitch with electric brakes. Unique 6 spd Tiptronic auto trans-mission which will do the shifting for you or let you shift yourself for a sportier driving exp. Boasting a well equipped interior, rear mounted CD changer, this SUV cannot be missed!

$16,500

(250)[email protected]

TOWING

BEAR LAKE SALVAGE

$$$ CASH $$$For Scrap Cars

alsofree scrap metal removal

250-710-7278

SOUNDERS TOWING

Cash for

Unwanted Vehicles“Prompt Service”

(250)252-1224

MARINE

BOATS

15.5 FOOT Hourston GlassCraft Boat, 1992 galvanizedRoadrunner trailer in verygood condition. 1994, 45 H/PHonda 4 stroke motor, runsgreat. Comes with combinedfi sh fi nder/depth sounder. Skiladder and Scotty down rigger.Asking $4200. (250)748-3473.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ACCOUNTING/TAX/BOOKKEEPING

Go West Books: Bookkeep-ing, payroll, all gov’t remittanc-es, WCB, by Simply Account-ing. Call today (250)710-4709

CARPENTRY

DAVID GALE Construction, for all your renovation needs. - 26 yr. exp. 250-746-9956 www.davidgaleconstruction.ca

RETIRED CARPENTER wants to do small jobs and in-stallations in your home. Call Jack 250-709-9965

Window WashingGutter Cleaning

Pressure WashingYard Cleaning

Junk Haul awayFree estimates

Larry’s Cleaning (250)701-1362


CLEANING SERVICES

House cleaning available. $16.50/hr. Please call Monica, (250) 709-2505

COMPUTER SERVICES

ABLE COMPUTER REPAIRIn-home service. Seniors’

discount. Nico 250-746-6167

FREE COMPUTER phone support. 9am - 1pm. Help Computers. (250)748-5640

ELECTRICAL

1A ELECTRICIAN, licenced, bonded, Small Jobs Specialist, panel upgrades and renos. All work guaranteed since 1989. Rob at 250-732-PLUG (7584).

250-743-0326. ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded. Rea-sonable rates, free estimates, upgrades & renos. Call Kelly.


FENCING

GARDENING

CHACHI’S YARD WORKS -General yard clean up, lawn & yard maintenance, mowing, weed trimming, raking leaves, small bush & tree pruning, small hauling jobs, Seniors Discount, call/text: 250-732-8464

PETTER’S YARD Care, 20 years experience, Landscap-ing, Pressure Washing, Light Hauling. Call 250-748-9775.


GARDENING

HANDYPERSONS

ALL RUBBISH removal, small renovations, deck work, car-pentry, painting, plumbing, and evestrough cleaning. Seniors discount. Ian 250-743-6776.


HAULING AND SALVAGE

A1 Hauling/Delivery

(250) 510-4745Lowest Price Guarantee

* Furniture/Appliances * Yard Waste/Brush * Junk/Clutter Removal * Tenancy Left-Overs * Construction Debris

Moving Jobs Welcome

HOUSEHOLD SERVICES

* Gutters * Windows* Siding * Moss treatment

* Pressure washing

Mill Bay/Duncan 250-743-3306

Chemainus/Ladysmith 250-324-3343


LANDSCAPING

Quality Landscape Construction

* Stone Retaining Walls* Landscape Design

www.islandpacifi clandscaping.ca (250) 701-8319

& MOVING STORAGE

BUDGET MOVING, clean 1 Ton cube van & 2 men. Rea-sonable rates! (250)743-2714.

MALTA. CENTRAL ISLAND moves to Victoria. BBB mem-ber. Toll free 1(866)224-2754.

PAINTING

DAN BARBER PAINTING. Residential Int/Ext. Staining. Decks. Fences. 10 Yrs exp. Free est. (250)732-1350

EXPERIENCED PAINTER with an eye for detail. Affordable rates and friendly service. 250-701-2224.


PLUMBING

A SERVICE PLUMBER. Li-cence, Insured. Drains, HWT,Reno’s, Repairs. Senior Dis-counts. After Hour Service.Call Coval Plumbing, 250-709-5103.

STUCCO/SIDING

STUCCO - Including small jobs and refacing old stucco.Guaranteed. 250-715-5883

SWIMMING POOLS/HOT TUBS

POOL & SPA Maintenance & repair. Supplies & equipment.Competitive prices. Call Max(250)732-4158.

TREE SERVICES

Libra Tree Service, fully in-sured, professional tree care,Certifi ed Arborist, aerial lift,chipper. Grant Haynes(250) 748-4449 Free est’s

Service Directory

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THE TWELFTH ANNUAL LEE HAYES GOLF TOURNAMENT

To date this tournament has helped us to raise over $225,000. A big THANK YOU to all of our sponsors, prize contributors, volunteers, golfers and guests who helped to make our day!

Andrew SheretBarb’s Alterations Betty ArchboldBrooke HayesCanada Safeway Ltd.Canadian Cancer SocietyCowichan Sound & CellularDayley PlanetDinter Nursery LtdDr. David & Joan Wakelin Dr. Kirk BartlettDuncan Auto PartsElaine & Jim PennerElaine WinterFocus CorporationFun-Pacifi c Golf CentreHome Depot

Kathryn IlottIan RuxtonJean & David HaleyJennifer NydahlJohn HayesJoy StottJulia &Victoria PenningtonJust Jakes Restaurant & Craig Street Brew PubKathryn OliphantKelly CarterKirsten’s Cut AboveLinda & Ian MilneMaple Bay MarinaMarie-Claire SeymourMunicipality of North CowichanNha Trang Maki SushiNICON Developments

Betty & Ross TaylorOld Farm MarketPassage YachtsPatt & Bob PenningtonPrivate Affair EstheticsRed Balloon ToyshopRoyal Cleaning CentreSara & Mandy WinterScott McIvorScott’s Toys and HobbiesShades Ladies ClothingShelby & Sean PenningtonShipyard RestaurantUncle Albert’sVal AndersonVolume One BookstoreWill & Emma Wright

HOLE AND MAJOR SPONSORS

CORPORATE SPONSORS

RBC Dominion Securities

Pacifi c Plumbing, Heating and Refrigeration

Angela Etherington-- Progressive FitnessAnnette & Brian MacGregorAverill Creek VineyardBonnie & Jeff BoccabellaBruce Cafferky--(RBC Dominion Securi-ties)Bruce WhiteheadButler BrothersCharlotte & Mike DeBeckCoast EnvironmentalDana Meiner of Peak’s CoffeeCowichan Golf ClubDaniel Varga—(RBC Dominion Securi-ties)Darlene & Dan GuntherDarren Meiner--RE/MAX

Dawn & Pieter BaljetDiversifi ed Health Clinic -Gloria McArthurDebbie Meiner--RE/MAX DUNCANDouglas DeBeckDr. Eric MeinerDr. Ron & MaryKae SmithEnrico VineyardGreg’s RVHayes FamilyIris Optometrists & OpticiansLaird Wheaton NanaimoLinda & Dick WrightLindsay NelsonLindstrom MarineLori & Kevin WrightLynn & Sandy Stewart

Marilyn & David FirthMatt EllisonMaureen & Jim DiasMichael Lee--(RBC Dominion Securities)Origins-Kayla McArthurOsborne RealtyPots & ParaphernaliaRBC Dominion Securities--DuncanRBC FoundationRSLRidgway & CompanySteve Drane Harleys Susan RiordanTracy EricksonUncle Albert’s WH Winter Contracting Winn Management

AUCTION ITEMS, PRIZE & FINANCIAL AND COURSE SUPPORT

And a very special thank you to our wonderful MC, Cam Drew and to Stormin’ Norm Jackson and the Cowichan Golf and Country Club.

July 3-August 31

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Rare honour for Seo as DCS salutes athletesRare honour for Seo as DCS salutes athletes


In addition to its traditional athletic awards, Duncan Christian School handed out a rare honour during its 2012 ceremony.

DCS athletic director Tom Veenstra named Eric Seo Sportsperson of the Year — a honour that has only been awarded twice since 1994.

“(Seo) played as a valuable com-petitor on nearly every possible DCS team: senior boys’ volleyball, bas-ketball, badminton and ball hockey,” Veenstra said.

Seo also played in the Island All-Star basketball game, and has spearheaded a number of events, including a teachers-versus-students hockey game and ball hockey team breakfast.

“He was also always available to assist as an excellent of cial at all elementary sports tournaments,” Veenstra added.

It was also a special year for the se-nior girls — Jess Wikkerink and Me-gan Groenendijk were both named Senior Girls Athlete of the Year.

“The selection of this year’s Senior Girls Athlete of the Year was a very dif cult one,” Veenstra explained. “As a result, there was more than one recipient.”

Wikkerink is an MVP of the senior girls’ basketball, volleyball and soccer teams, and was also named most sportsmanlike player on the school’s bowling team.

Groenendijk, meanwhile, was selected as MVP of her bowling, volleyball and basketball teams. At the island volleyball championship she was named an Island All-Star and went on to earn Provincial All-Star status — a rst for a DCS senior girl.

She was also the Island MVP at the Island Basketball Championship, and is the only DCS athlete to ever be named the school’s Athlete of the Year for ve consecutive years.

And Senior Boys Athlete of the

Year honours went to Josh Klassen.Klassen is captain and MVP of

both the senior boys’ volleyball and basketball teams, was selected as an Island All-Star at the island senior boys’ volleyball and basketball cham-pionships, and this year attained one of his dreams — he helped DCS win its rst-ever Island Basketball Cham-pionship, which meant qualifying for the provincial championship.

The DCS athletes were recognized during a ceremony at the school on Thursday, June 15. Becky Bazinet was named Junior Girls Athlete of the Year, and Douglas Groenendijk was named Junior Boys Athlete of the Year.

Andrew LeongFront row left to right: Eric Seo (Sportsperson of the Year), Jess Wikkerink (Senior Female Athlete of the Year), Becky Bazinet (Junior Female Athlete of the Year), Megan Groenendijk (Senior Female Athlete of the Year). Back row: Josh Klassen (Senior Male Athlete of the Year) and Douglas Groenendijk (Junior Male Athlete of the Year).

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More hardware for Duncan’s More hardware for Duncan’s gymnasts at nal competitiongymnasts at nal competition


Duncan’s Dynamics gym-nastic squad took home 18 medals, including eight golds, during the Campbell River Invitational — the last

competition of the season.The June 4 invitational, the team says, is

another display of Duncan’s preeminent ranking on the Vancouver Island women’s artistic gymnastics scene.

Head coach Olga Matagonova points to the girls’ training regimen and schedule for their success.

“The girls will dedicate a good part of their summers to learn their new routines and hone their skills,” she said. “Plus they keep their conditioning throughout the year and we hope they improve their exibility.”Chief among the highlights was Rebec-

ca Bailey taking rst as part of a Duncan sweep in the P2 Tyro Floor competition. Joining her on the podium were sisters Trystinna and Julia Ford, who took silver and bronze respectively.

The Baileys also took home another three medals between them — Rebecca taking second on the Uneven Bars and Tia taking a bronze on the beam and a silver in the All-Around.

And the success in Campbell River was hot on the heels of another strong show-ing just a few days earlier at the Ogopogo Invitational in Kelowna.

That’s where four Duncan gymnasts took home honours: Hayley Baker chief among them.

“She scored an impressive rst on the vault, uneven bars and oor on her way to taking gold in the P5 Novice division,” a Dynamics press release says. “For her efforts, she was also presented the Ogopogo stuffy dragon as the competi-tion’s outstanding athlete.”

And joining Baker on the podium with three other Dynamic athletes: Darby McIntyre ( rst on oor, second on vault);

Arica Windsor (second on beam and second all-around); and Trystinna Bailey ( rst on vault).

The squad’s last event of the season is its annual Gymfest exhibition at the Island Savings Centre on June 23 from 10 a.m. until noon. The public is invited to attend this display of aerials and choreography set to music. Email [email protected] for more information.

courtesy Karyne BaileyDuncan Dynamic gymnast Trystinna Ford works the beam during the recent Ogopogo meet in Kel-owna.

Dynamics:Dynamics: Club adds 18 Club adds 18 medals to their pile during the medals to their pile during the Campbell River InvitationalCampbell River Invitational

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“the hitting,’’ he said is the focus of his game. Either way, the two

combined are a force and helped their team to a bronze medal in the

recent Captain Cook tournament. Hunter joined lacrosse first and has

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a year later, with eight total seasons behind him. Both say they like

the box version of lacrosse better. They’re both also pretty versatile,

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The Matrix scripted a reality-twisting plot wor-thy of its Keanu Reeves lm franchise namesake

Saturday.And it came complete with the

requisite shocking Hollywood ending.

The underdog Matrix unexpect-edly became the 2012 Cowichan Women’s Football League champi-ons Saturday, upending the heavily favoured Crew 22-19 at McAdam Park.

The explosive Crew — undefeat-

ed all season — were within range of the winning score at the buzzer. But an interception by Christine Cronin-Switzer with two plays left sealed the result and a league title for the Matrix.

“I am very proud of the girls. It was a huge win,” Matrix coach Dale Carnochan said. “It was a great overall team effort.

“They played very hard for four quarters of football against a very good team.”

Katrina Wolters, Emily Verbrug-gen and Marcie Welcher supplied the touchdown scoring for the winners.

Interceptions by Wolters and

Caryn Taylor helped key a defen-sive effort aided by a safety called when a Crew player stepped out of the back of the endzone.

The defending champion Crew was missing its regular quarterback Jackie Thibodeau to a lacrosse com-mitment.

The Matrix quali ed for the nal in similarly dramatic fashion, a 27-26 nailbiter over The Law. The Law went for two points on the game’s nal play for the win, but its gamble

came up short.Verbruggen led the way with a

pair of touchdown catches, and a third TD off an interception Gloria Locke had the other touchdown.

Andrew LeongEmily Verbruggen of the Matrix, eludes the defence of The Crew’s Heidi Padgen to reel in a touch-down. Some timely defence by the Matrix earned the underdogs the Cowichan women’s football championship.

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When he’s not gallivant-ing all over the country or travelling the world, Canada’s national men’s rugby team coach enjoys

every moment he can at home in Cobble Hill.

“I think it’s a great area,’’ said Kieran Crowley, 50, who uprooted his family from his native New Zealand four years ago to take on a challenging position, and decided to call the valley home. “You haven’t got that far to go and get everything.’’

Crowley is something of a legend in New Zealand, a status that’s reserved for everyone who dons the All Blacks jersey in their lifetime.

With ve brothers and a sister in his family, Crowley started chasing a rugby ball around at an early age. He played his rst game as a member of the All Blacks in

1983 and his rst test match followed two years later.

Crowley’s claim to fame was leading New Zealand to the World Cup title in 1987 as the starting fullback. He suffered a broken leg in 1988 but managed to stick around until the next World Cup in 1991, and then called it a career after a semi nal loss to Australia.

“It was time to hang the boots up,’’ said Crowley after 19 caps and 109 points in those international appearances.

“It’s much the same as ice hockey is here. You’re in the spotlight all the time. You feel the pressure.’’

Crowley played in the days before profes-sional rugby.

“The comradeship and the team environ-ment, it was such a great thing to be a part of it.’’ he said.

After his playing career ended, Crowley took a year off from rugby, watching only a couple of games, while he recharged the batteries and decided what else he wanted to do.

“It was the best thing I did,’’ he said in retrospect.

Crowley got into coaching with the Taranaki provincial side for nine years and served in various other capacities from All Blacks selector to New Zealand Under 19 coach for a couple of years.

He saw Canada had an opening for a na-tional coach and ew over for an interview.

“We talked about it as a family,’’ said

Crowley. “It was a great opportunity, one, for coaching and a lot of experiences for family.’’

He was of cially appointed to the post in 2008 and became a famous valley citizen in the process.

Crowley and wife Sue’s kids are very active in sports and school, but not rugby so much.

Son Jayden, 18, who’s an avid golfer, is graduating from Shawnigan Lake School this month and will be attending Brock University in the fall. Daughters Nicole and Casey are prominent in eld hockey and basketball, leaving the rugby business to dad.

“It’s been great,’’ said Crowley. “They’ve done things they never would have done in New Zealand.’’

As for the business of being a rugby coach in a land as vast of Canada, Crowley admits there have been plenty of frustra-tions.

“It’s a massive challenge, the size, the identi cation, the costs — everything is a massive challenge,’’ he conceded.

A clean start was required when Crowley took over the program.

“It was up to me really,’’ he said. “There’s a few things that were identi ed pretty quick. We had a false impression of players playing overseas.’’

Returning to New Zealand for the World Cup in 2011 was an interesting experience.

“I thought it was really good because of the exposure it got back home,’’ said Crowley. “I was really pleased how the guys embraced it.

“Probably if you looked at it at the start and said ‘You’re going to get a win and a draw,’ you’d probably have said it would be reasonable.

“I think (as) a coach you still get butter- ies before the game. If you’ve done your

job beforehand, you feel more comfort-able.’’

Video versions of the Youth Athletes of the Week featured in the News Leader Pictorial are proving to be extremely popular.

The fi rst 11 in the series have all garnered more than 100 viewings.

Nick Ridenour, left, of Brentwood College rowing leads the way with the

most viewings of his profi le at 343.Next is Cal Cup fi eld hockey player

Nicole Crowley at 251, fi gure skater Caitlyn Luckhurst at 234 and swimmer Laura Kissack at 210.

Total viewings for the other profi les are: gymnast Hayley Baker (199), gymnast Micaylla Broadway (186),

rugby player Heather Derocher (177), lacrosse player Hunter Hieta (173), hockey player Ben Berard (150) and rower Garret Millar (142).

Baseball player Tyler Armstrong’s video profi le went online last week and is at 114. Amanda McLean and Randall Barton have just been added.

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Coach Crowley comfortable living in Cobble HillCoach Crowley comfortable living in Cobble HillSetting down roots:Setting down roots: Former All Former All Black making the most of na-Black making the most of na-tional rugby opportunitytional rugby opportunity

Youth Athletes of the Week on video receiving plenty of attentionYouth Athletes of the Week on video receiving plenty of attention

Don Bodger, Caity McCullochRelaxing on the porch of his Cobble Hill rental home, above, while taking a break from mowing the lawn is a rarity for Kieran Crowley. Right, he’s all intensity at the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand last year.


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