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We live and work right here in Whāingaroa Raglan, a really awesome neighbourhood and part of Aotearoa. Here at Raglan Food Co we’ve been lifting the vibe on plant-based eating, creating delicious dairy-free alternatives for nearly 8 years. Perhaps you’ve tried our tasty coconut yoghurts or … View moreWe live and work right here in Whāingaroa Raglan, a really awesome neighbourhood and part of Aotearoa. Here at Raglan Food Co we’ve been lifting the vibe on plant-based eating, creating delicious dairy-free alternatives for nearly 8 years. Perhaps you’ve tried our tasty coconut yoghurts or gut-loving kefir?
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Free Firewood 8 kms NW of Hawarden. BRING OWN CHAINSAW trailer and muscle these are large trunks 1 metre wide 2, 3 and 4 metres long. Ready to burn plus some willow trunks already on the ground. I can load with FEL onto your trailer once cut into rings. Dry acess but as wood heavy 4WD recommended … View moreFree Firewood 8 kms NW of Hawarden. BRING OWN CHAINSAW trailer and muscle these are large trunks 1 metre wide 2, 3 and 4 metres long. Ready to burn plus some willow trunks already on the ground. I can load with FEL onto your trailer once cut into rings. Dry acess but as wood heavy 4WD recommended ( for the high clearance really) as short incline that 2 WD may have issue getting up with a 2 WD but we can tow you if necessary !!! There is also a very old willow tree ( 150 years) with many branches dead that can be cleared up too. Please e mail spcooke@amuri.net. All we ask is the small stuff you dont want you put on our trailer for the bonfire pile
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Tom Davies is living the good life in Hanmer Springs.
He is one of two new Hurunui district councillors in the west ward who were elected unopposed.
The other new councillor is Dave Hislop, of Medbury Farm, joining sitting councillors Karen Armstrong… View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Tom Davies is living the good life in Hanmer Springs.
He is one of two new Hurunui district councillors in the west ward who were elected unopposed.
The other new councillor is Dave Hislop, of Medbury Farm, joining sitting councillors Karen Armstrong and Ross Barnes.
Davies said he was approached by local residents to offer ‘‘a voice for Hanmer Springs’’, after sitting councillor Mary Holloway announced her retirement.
‘‘I’m really excited because the people of Hanmer contacted me sometime back. They had done their homework and were prepared to back me.’’
Originally from south England, Davies and his wife, Lorna, (both pictured) migrated to Christchurch in 2005.
They soon fell in love with Hanmer Springs and purchased a holiday home six years ago.
After their visits increased from monthly to weekly, the couple decided to settle permanently during lockdown in 2020.
He said high speed internet had made the move possible.
Davies offers online lessons to Chinese teachers on modern ways of teaching maths. He also teaches part-time at Hanmer Springs School.
He was keen to develop the district’s mountain bike network, promote public transport and upgrade community facilities, including Queen Mary Hospital.
‘‘I would like to have some iconic trails. We are starting to develop a mountain bike network in Hanmer, so there are opportunities to link it with Amberley and Kaikōura.’’
Public transport could be as simple as community cars, a service already offered in Hanmer Springs.
Davies' son Joe was elected to Environment Canterbury in the Christchurch northeast ward.
Hislop was looking forward to his new role.
‘‘I have a reputation for wanting things to be done yesterday, so my mates tell me I will get frustrated. But that’s why they’ve talked me into it.’’
Hislop and his wife Brenda run Medbury Farm with six staff, milking 1230 cows.
He said a big focus for him was people, so he was keen to learn more about the council’s ‘‘Welcoming Communities’’ initiative.
The Hurunui district was a ‘‘hidden paradise’’ and with labour shortages there was an opportunity to attract people to come and work in the area.
Armstrong was only elected in a by-election last year, so was relieved she did not have to campaign for re-election.
‘‘It takes time to get your head around the requirements of the role, so I felt I needed to come back and do a full term.’’
Based in Waikari, she has a background in business and being active in the community.
‘‘I don’t have any specific goals or agenda. It’s about what presents itself and what the community wants and responding to central government policies.’’
Barnes was pleased to be back for a second term.
‘‘It takes three years to get your head around it all. I think the main highlight has been representing my community and the people around the council table, all doing their best to spend ratepayers’ money on the things they want.’’
He said councillors could make a difference by listening to their community and working together with other councillors.
‘‘If you’ve got a good argument, it will get through, if the others can see the sense in it.’’
■ Mary Holloway, Chris Hughey, Michael Malthus, Alice Stielow and Richard Tapper were also elected unopposed to the Hanmer Springs Community Board.
■ Public interest journalism is funded by New Zealand on Air.
Yates has been guiding gardeners for quite a while now (nearly 140 years), so we’ve learned a few crafty garden tricks along the way. We’re sharing our email newsletter, packed with our special Yates blend of leading-edge horticulture and old-school garden tips, fresh every month.
Stay on … View moreYates has been guiding gardeners for quite a while now (nearly 140 years), so we’ve learned a few crafty garden tricks along the way. We’re sharing our email newsletter, packed with our special Yates blend of leading-edge horticulture and old-school garden tips, fresh every month.
Stay on top of the seasonal tasks with us; whether you’re into vegies, herbs, fruit trees or houseplants, we’ll help you navigate your way to a gorgeous and luxuriant garden. Click through to get our timely advice on feeding, watering, weeding and how to nip your garden problems in the bud!
We have two 13 month old Toggenburg/British Alpine does for sale.
Both are humanized and will respond to petting and food.
$300 for both of them as selling as a pair, they are in the Oxford area.
Turn your old hardback books into beautiful decorative pieces using Resene testpots.
Find out how to create your own.
Same Event, Same Venue, different date, 30 November to 3 December.
Plenty to see and do, eat, buy and try.
From Agri machinery, to new innovations, career opportunities and competitions.
We want to celebrate the sector that is relentlessly hard-working, at the forefront of world-leading … View moreSame Event, Same Venue, different date, 30 November to 3 December.
Plenty to see and do, eat, buy and try.
From Agri machinery, to new innovations, career opportunities and competitions.
We want to celebrate the sector that is relentlessly hard-working, at the forefront of world-leading technologies, and economically critical to our country.
The largest agricultural event in the Southern Hemisphere.
Bringing town and country together over four days
The ultimate opportunity for agribusiness networking throughout the primary sector value chain.
Got to www.fieldays.co.nz to buy tickets.
Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.
Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little… View moreRetirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.
Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little on yourself if you feel like it! Take up that hobby you’ve dreamed of or plan a holiday somewhere warm.
It’s easy to live life your way when you have freedom to do the things you enjoy. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.
Winstec /BETA saddle. 2010s
cari system instead, no stuffing or filling. Saddle tree is in excellent condition.
Seat 17' , currently 'red 'gullet plate installed, in this interchangeable saddle .
Synthetic tan brown saddle.
Come with a waterproof saddle cover and spare screws.… View moreWinstec /BETA saddle. 2010s
cari system instead, no stuffing or filling. Saddle tree is in excellent condition.
Seat 17' , currently 'red 'gullet plate installed, in this interchangeable saddle .
Synthetic tan brown saddle.
Come with a waterproof saddle cover and spare screws.
Asking 800.00 ONO
Delivery at buyer expense
no time waster pls
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition … View moreDear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.
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From local democracy reporter David Hill:
A housing development in Rangiora is set to burst into life thanks to Government investment.
A new sub-division in northeast Rangiora will receive $5.7 million for transport and three waters projects from Kainga Ora’s Infrastructure Acceleration … View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill:
A housing development in Rangiora is set to burst into life thanks to Government investment.
A new sub-division in northeast Rangiora will receive $5.7 million for transport and three waters projects from Kainga Ora’s Infrastructure Acceleration Fund (IAF).
The Bellgrove subdivision is expected to unlock around 1300 affordable homes and the infrastructure will help open up other housing options in the area.
Rangiora is one of eight towns and cities to get a share of $192m from tranche two of the IAF funding announced by Housing Minister Megan Woods on Thursday, October 13.
Waimakariri District Council acting chief executive Jeff Millward says the funding will allow the development to get under way sooner than would otherwise have been possible.
‘‘It makes a big difference to get that funding and accelerate that development. It’s quite an exciting development.’’
Affordable housing has become a major issue in the district in recent years, with the council working on a housing policy statement.
‘‘It’s about how do we provide quality housing at an affordable value, and this development will help low income and first home buyers, right through to people who have been in the market for a long time,’’ Millward said.
The Bellgrove subdivision was fast-tracked under the Government’s Covid-19 Recovery Fasttrack Consenting Act 2020.
Without the fast-track approval, the development would have been held up by the council’s District Plan process.
Bellgrove Rangiora project manager and director Paul McGowan says the infrastructure over the entire development was expected to cost $70 to $80 million across five stage.
‘‘This funding will help us to get the infrastructure required for stage one, which will ultimately open up the whole area.
‘‘I look at Waimakariri district compared to Selwyn and the amount of growth has minimal. It seems [Waimakariri] has been constrained, so this will really give it a lift.’’
Work is already under way to establish drainage and clear trees around the Bellgrove homestead, which will remain at the centre of the sub-division due to its category two status with Heritage New Zealand.
Sections are selling for as small as 200m2 up to 1100m2.
Ray White Rangiora manager Stuart Morris says affordable housing on the smaller sections could cost about $650,000 to $750,000.
It will likely be in duplex or townhouse style, similar to housing in Ravenswood and Pegasus.
‘‘It does mean a small, new home, but it seems to be where we are heading.
‘‘The trends is more for first home buyers to save for a bit longer, and go all in and buy brand new, with small, easy care options.
‘‘There seems to be less appetite for ‘doer-up’ houses.’’
Waimakariri-based Labour List MP Dan Rosewarne says the announcement is ‘‘fantastic news for Rangiora’’.
‘‘It’s another great example of how local and central government can deliver for our community and all New Zealanders.
‘‘This Government infrastructure funding will help the council and developers make sure critical infrastructure like pipes, roads and wastewater connections, are in place, so that thousands more homes can be built and communities can thrive.’’
■ Public interest journalism funded through New Zealand on Air.
Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.
We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a … View moreNourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.
We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a pair of undies to find out how healthy your soil is? Or try a quick “worm count” test, building a “compost jar” (great fun for kids) or do a food waste audit.
Plus we’ve easy to follow steps on how to turn your food scraps & garden waste into fabulous compost.
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