Hurunui District , Amberley

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58 days ago

Kalle

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

"Sports and travelling run in the family, and that's kind of what's led me to come to New Zealand."

"I grew up in a small town in Finland. My dad was involved with sports all his life, he was a shot putter, discus thrower, powerlifter, we traveled quite a bit when I was … View more
"Sports and travelling run in the family, and that's kind of what's led me to come to New Zealand."

"I grew up in a small town in Finland. My dad was involved with sports all his life, he was a shot putter, discus thrower, powerlifter, we traveled quite a bit when I was a kid. He never mentioned much of the rugby days. He just said he broke both of his shin bones playing rugby, so he said, ‘never play the sport, It's crazy.’

I started playing when I was 18. I played my first cap for the Finnish national team in 2014, we won the Finnish championship with my club. Rugby is not a big thing in Finland.

I moved here to play rugby in 2017. The club that wanted me to come over was Methven Rugby Club. They got me here and they were like, ‘what do you do for work? I’d just finished chef school in Finland. ‘We'll get you a job at Mount Hutt as a chef, you can do that while you play rugby with us.’ I said, ‘Perfect. Yeah, I'm in’.

I've always loved food. My mum was an amazing cook, and still is. When I was studying tourism I worked in some hotels in Finland, and I saw how the chef's worked. I just loved the kitchen vibe and I was like, Yeah, that’d be something I'd love to do.

I've had more of a culinary journey In New Zealand than in Finland. I started at Mount Hutt, after that I worked at The Dubliner in Methven. I worked as a senior pizza chef at Sal’s for maybe six months then worked as chef de partie at Cellar Door. At Eliza's Manor, I worked myself up to a junior sous chef. Then the opportunity came to work my first head chef job at Moon Under Water.

We're privileged to have a busy atmosphere, we can try new things and get a bit creative. There are no TV’s, just come here with your family or with your mates, play board games, to socialise.

I really want to drive the local food and ingredients through the menu. We don't mind spending more for quality ingredients as long as it's supporting New Zealand businesses. We just love to use local. And it's pub food, but I feel like it's elevated.

I play club rugby here for the Christchurch Football Club, the oldest club in New Zealand and I still play regularly for the Finnish national team, whenever they can fly me over to play."

- Kalle

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47 days ago

Painting and Decorating

Enviro Painters Ltd

Daylight savings is now here!
Now is a great time to get all your painting and decorating projects booked in before Xmas we have limited availability. You can even get sorted now and book us in for the new year.
For a quotation and to discuss availability get in touch with Andy and the friendly … View more
Daylight savings is now here!
Now is a great time to get all your painting and decorating projects booked in before Xmas we have limited availability. You can even get sorted now and book us in for the new year.
For a quotation and to discuss availability get in touch with Andy and the friendly team today.

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48 days ago

2 Beautiful Fully Restored Chairs from Rangiora Menz Shed

Rae Mackay from Rangiora Menz Shed

Restored and newly Reupholstered, these lovely chairs are ready for a new home. Beautiful condition

Price is for both chairs
Pickup Rangiora

Price: $500

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48 days ago

Family Friendly Service and Discussion

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

Note change of time from summer start time.

Next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 6 October - at the Ashley Community Church. The gathering will start at 3.30 pm with a shared afternoon tea. Remember to bring something to share!

Also remember to go before you come as there is no … View more
Note change of time from summer start time.

Next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 6 October - at the Ashley Community Church. The gathering will start at 3.30 pm with a shared afternoon tea. Remember to bring something to share!

Also remember to go before you come as there is no toilet on site.

Enquiries to Paul or Lesley, Ph 021 140 2074
39 Canterbury St, Ashley.

49 days ago

Poll: Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

I'm sure you've seen it while doing your weekly shop... In fact, it may have even been you.

What do you think about people heading to the supermarket in their pyjamas?

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Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?
  • 15.2% It's fine!
    15.2% Complete
  • 74.7% It's questionable
    74.7% Complete
  • 10.1% Other - I'll share below
    10.1% Complete
2197 votes
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49 days ago

Bedside Table

Elisabeth from Rangiora

Handy bedside Table with two deep drawers and cubby hole. Pickup is Rangiora.

Price: $20

56 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from … View more
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 72.4% Yes
    72.4% Complete
  • 24.3% No
    24.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - I'll share below
    3.3% Complete
3216 votes
49 days ago

Tray chic

Resene

Repurpose an old picture frame and serve up a message of love to family or friends with Resene colours, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene FX Paint Effects Medium.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Find out more

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50 days ago

CHEVIOT SPRING COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE, SATURDAY 9 NOVEMBER

Janine from Hurunui District

10am to 2pm at the Cheviot Knox Community Centre, Church Corner (Cnr Main Road and Reeves Street, Cheviot). Indoor and outdoor sites offering a huge variety of great garage sale items. See you there!!

Price: $50,200

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50 days ago

CHEVIOT SPRING COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE, SATURDAY 9 NOVEMBER

Janine from Hurunui District

10am to 2pm at the Cheviot Knox Community Centre, Church Corner (Cnr Main Road and Reeves Street, Cheviot). Indoor and outdoor sites offering a huge variety of quality garage sale items. Note your diary now, so you don't miss out.

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50 days ago

Support Your Children with Confident Kidz Flower Essence

Rae from Room To Heal

An emotionally empowering flower essence blend to support the natural development of confidence and self-esteem in children.

Supports self-assurance and courage. Supports children who face challenging situations at school, at home or with peers or when dealing with bullying or making new … View more
An emotionally empowering flower essence blend to support the natural development of confidence and self-esteem in children.

Supports self-assurance and courage. Supports children who face challenging situations at school, at home or with peers or when dealing with bullying or making new friends. Helps children who tend to express frustration and anger through tantrums.

Negative condition: Shy, nervous, clingy, fearful, tantrums
Positive outcome: Self-assurance, self-worth, eager to experience life.

100% Natural and sustainably made in small batches, right here in New Zealand 💚

Read more and purchase your Confident Kidz here: www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Exceptional Products & Services

Room to Heal in Rangiora
Reiki Practitioner
Therapeutic Massage Therapist
Bioptron Medical Light Therapist
Email: raeimmersioncosmetics@gmail.com

Sensing Souls @ Room to Heal
Clairvoyant Medium/Psychic
House Investigation & Cleaning
Email: sensingsouls@xtra.co.nz

Price: $28

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51 days ago

Cancer Society Relay for Life North Canterbury 2025 - Organising Committee Meeting

Tiff Wafer from Cancer Society North Canterbury

Relay for Life North Canty 2025 is being held on Saturday, 5th April at the Kaiapoi Rugby Football Club and we are currently setting up the Organising Committee.
Our first planning meeting is on Monday 7th October, 5.30pm, Cancer Society North Canterbury Centre, 43 Church Street, Rangiora … View more
Relay for Life North Canty 2025 is being held on Saturday, 5th April at the Kaiapoi Rugby Football Club and we are currently setting up the Organising Committee.
Our first planning meeting is on Monday 7th October, 5.30pm, Cancer Society North Canterbury Centre, 43 Church Street, Rangiora (opposite Dudley Aquatic Centre entrance).
Come along and learn about Relay and how you can be involved in organising an incredible event that Celebrates, Remembers and Fights Back against Cancer.
Relay is one of our biggest fundraisers held every two years as well as being a significant community event.

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51 days ago

Join us at our Walk in Wednesdays

Charles Upham Retirement Village

Join us any Wednesday in October and November, 10am - 3pm and experience the Ryman lifestyle that awaits.

Learn about our living options, tour our show homes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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52 days ago

Needing to Loose Weight?

Rae from Room To Heal

Ready to kickstart your journey to better health and well-being? Look no further! Introducing Forskolin by Dr. Viton, featuring the ForsLean patented formula. This incredible natural supplement is your secret weapon for a healthier you!

🎯 Key Benefits of Forskolin:

Accelerates metabolism
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Ready to kickstart your journey to better health and well-being? Look no further! Introducing Forskolin by Dr. Viton, featuring the ForsLean patented formula. This incredible natural supplement is your secret weapon for a healthier you!

🎯 Key Benefits of Forskolin:

Accelerates metabolism
Regulates body weight
Burns fat
Increases muscle mass
Burns calories
Releases energy

Forskolin is a weight management and lipid metabolism supplement based on an award-winning natural ingredient ForsLean®.

ForsLean® is a patented natural extract from the roots of Coleus Forskohlii (standardised to contain 10% forskolin) that supports healthy body composition and weight management.

The herb has received a lot of attention over the past 40 years from medical researchers, as it is the only known plant source of forskolin, a bioactive compound with diverse benefits.


Purchase Here: www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Exceptional Products & Services

Room to Heal in Rangiora
Reiki Practitioner
Therapeutic Massage Therapist
Bioptron Medical Light Therapist
Email: raeimmersioncosmetics@gmail.com

Sensing Souls @ Room to Heal
Clairvoyant Medium/Psychic
House Investigation & Cleaning
Email: sensingsouls@xtra.co.nz

Price: $37.50

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