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It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.
For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.
To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
Dahlia tubers from my garden. I dug them out a month ago. Too many tubers to keep as I don't have anymore space to plant them all.
Dahlia is a stunning flower that will give your garden a spectacular display with their bold colours and abundant flowers during summers. Easy care plant, too.
… View moreDahlia tubers from my garden. I dug them out a month ago. Too many tubers to keep as I don't have anymore space to plant them all.
Dahlia is a stunning flower that will give your garden a spectacular display with their bold colours and abundant flowers during summers. Easy care plant, too.
Pick up is Rangiora. I am also happy to post them for you (wth extra charge for the track parcel bag)
Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?
Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up… View moreCould your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?
Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up for grabs.
Receive one of three $5,000 grants to spend on equipment, transport, costumes or anything you need to support your community’s love of dance.
Enjoy an Antipodes skincare duo (RRP$50) when you purchase a three-month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for just $52.
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It’s easy to give an old fence and trellis a new lease of life with Resene Waterborne Woodsman.
Find out how to create your own.
From local democracy reporter David Hill:
The Waimakariri and Hurunui district councils are continuing to process high numbers of consents for new houses, as the housing boom shows no signs of letting up.
In the six months to June 30, 435 consents for new houses were issued in the Waimakariri … View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill:
The Waimakariri and Hurunui district councils are continuing to process high numbers of consents for new houses, as the housing boom shows no signs of letting up.
In the six months to June 30, 435 consents for new houses were issued in the Waimakariri district.
While this is 12% down on the same period last year, 400-plus consents was a normal year for Waimakariri before the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes, deputy mayor Neville Atkinson said.
Last year, 935 consents were issued for new houses and a similar result was predicted for this year.
"It’s really booming. Why would you not want to live in Waimakariri?" Atkinson said.
"When we set out rates for this year we put the range at around 900 consents and we are halfway at six months, so we are definitely on track."
Woodend led the way with 144 consents, followed by Kaiapoi with 139 and 86 consents in rural areas.
There were 38 consents issued in Pegasus and just 25 in Rangiora.
Atkinson said the bulk of Kaiapoi’s growth was in the Silverstream subdivision, with the smaller sections and high density housing.
While Rangiora’s consent numbers were down, it would pick up again soon with new developments in the pipeline.
One proposed subdivision in Rangiora, Bellgrove, was recently fast-tracked under the Covid-19 Recovery Fast-track Consenting Act 2020.
The 63-hectare site is expected to open up soon for 209 sections in stage one and up to 1100 sections over five stages.
The Waimakariri district’s population has already passed 66,000 and is on track to top 78,000 by 2031.
Long-term projections suggest Waimakariri could approach 100,000 by 2048, with Rangiora expected to pass 30,000.
Kaiapoi is set to run out of room for expansion, but could continue to grow with ‘‘infill’’ and subdividing into smaller sections and more high density housing, Atkinson said.
"That’s one of those issues we will face, whether people see it as a good thing or not is a different story."
He said careful planning and working together with the Greater Christchurch partners was essential.
"We can’t rest on our laurels when planning for our future.
"We have to make sure our systems can handle the growth and that we can continue to keep up with climate change.
"And we need to remember everything flows to Kaiapoi so we’ve got to be smarter with the way we handle our water systems."
The Hurunui District Council issued 194 consents for new houses in the year to June 30, up from 118 the previous year - an increase of 60%, building and property manager Kerry Walsh said.
Amberley led the way with 100 consents for new houses, followed by Hanmer Springs with 45 consents.
Total consents issued in the last six months were 317 with a building value of $52 million, compared with 300 at a value of $42m for the same period last year.
The Kaikōura District Council has issued 73 building consents for the first six months of this year, after issuing 154 building consents during the 2021 calendar year.
The council has also issued 50 resource consents (such as subdivisions and land use), compared to 44 resource consents for the same period last year.
Come join us at the Weka Pass Railway for a lovely train ride through the scenic Weka Pass on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month at 11.30am and 2pm. A great experience for all ages. Vintage steam and diesel locomotives with viewing and seated carriages plus wheelchair access. Book online at … View moreCome join us at the Weka Pass Railway for a lovely train ride through the scenic Weka Pass on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month at 11.30am and 2pm. A great experience for all ages. Vintage steam and diesel locomotives with viewing and seated carriages plus wheelchair access. Book online at wekapassrailway.co.nz. We are located at 115 Glenmark Drive, Waipara Township. Limited seats available on the day with Cash or Eftpos
Wanted to buy old spades shovels rakes etc just for husband making me garden art, don't need the handles, text 0272709865
Enviro Painters Ltd are a professional and friendly company that prides itself on customer satisfaction.
We specialise in all aspects of painting and decorating be it your new home or renovation interior or exterior.
All staff are Trade Qualified and i have over 27 years in the trade giving you … View moreEnviro Painters Ltd are a professional and friendly company that prides itself on customer satisfaction.
We specialise in all aspects of painting and decorating be it your new home or renovation interior or exterior.
All staff are Trade Qualified and i have over 27 years in the trade giving you peace of mind that you will be dealing with a professional. We service all of North Canterbury and Christchurch.
I Look forward to meeting you onsite to discuss your project.
021 226 8476
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It’s that time again neighbours - we need your help! Look at all this creativity hiding behind front doors. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite Upcycling Award finalist. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
… View moreIt’s that time again neighbours - we need your help! Look at all this creativity hiding behind front doors. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite Upcycling Award finalist. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out a little more about each entry here. Voting closes 5pm Thursday 4 August.
Thanks for voting; your clever neighbours thank you!
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Thought I'd post on here, as we have been urgently looking for 6months and still no luck. We would like to provide a stable home for our kids and now ready to settle down in one spot. We are wandering if anyone out there have any rental available in Rangiora area for a family of 4 and an … View moreHi
Thought I'd post on here, as we have been urgently looking for 6months and still no luck. We would like to provide a stable home for our kids and now ready to settle down in one spot. We are wandering if anyone out there have any rental available in Rangiora area for a family of 4 and an outside cat? We are looking for a 2/3 bedroom house with a garage, long term 5+years. Preferably on the price range between $400-$500pw. We've just recently transferred the kids to Rangiora preschool/school so prefer it to be closer to Rangiora as we only have 1 vehicle and also closer to where i work. We have great references, reliable and are tidy small family. We have look on TM and some are either too far away or too pricey and so far no luck. So fingers crossed 🤞, someone on here, hears of something or someone needing a long term reliable tenant. TIA 😊.
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.
To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View moreAre you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.
To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
Come and hear students from North Canterbury Registered Music teachers perform. Saturday 20th August at 4pm. Rangiora Town Hall. Free entry. This event is sponsored by the Waimakariri Community Arts Council
Hey Neighbours!
Australian Open and Stuff newspaper are giving you and a friend the chance to kick off grand slam season in Melbourne next year with an epic prize valued at over $8,000! Simply follow the link below and enter your details to be in to win.
Competition closes on Friday 12 … View moreHey Neighbours!
Australian Open and Stuff newspaper are giving you and a friend the chance to kick off grand slam season in Melbourne next year with an epic prize valued at over $8,000! Simply follow the link below and enter your details to be in to win.
Competition closes on Friday 12 August 2022. Terms and conditions apply.
Enjoy an Antipodes skincare duo (RRP$50) when you purchase a three-month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for just $52.
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