Hurunui District , Amberley

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137 days ago

Hang it up

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Magnetic frames make it easy to change what’s on display – whether it’s wallpaper or works of art. Paint yours in Resene testpots to contrast what's on display and complement your home's décor.

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137 days ago

26" lady's bicycle for sale

Briony from Rangiora

Bicycle in good condition. 8 speed. Included - extra padded seat, front carrier basket, side mirror, helmet, hi-viz vest. Pick up Rangiora. Ph or text 021 084 37041. DO NOT use messenger to contact me. Thank you.

Price: $100

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138 days ago

Magnesium Chloride Spray for the Whole Family

Rae from Room To Heal

Hello Neighbours

I have two different blends of Magnesium Chloride Spray. One can be used by the whole family the other has Boron added to help anyone suffering from arthritis pain. The most recent research into the effectiveness of Boron for arthritis shows a dramatic reduction in symptoms has … View more
Hello Neighbours

I have two different blends of Magnesium Chloride Spray. One can be used by the whole family the other has Boron added to help anyone suffering from arthritis pain. The most recent research into the effectiveness of Boron for arthritis shows a dramatic reduction in symptoms has been achieved within 3 – 6 months.

Magnesium is essential for life, but most people are not getting enough and aging much faster than necessary, both inside and out.

Pain, arthritis and osteoporosis are not caused by aging. We are NOT destined to grow old in pain. Magnesium is believed to be a natural pain receptor blocker, making it the perfect first go-to when muscles, nerves, connective tissue and bones need any kind of support.

Click on the Read More for information on each of the Magnesium Chloride Sprays
1st one - For the Whole Family
2nd one - Arthritis Pain

Pickup from Room to Heal or Courier Service available

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138 days ago

Lampshade

Pauline from Rangiora

Good condition, as photo I have used on a free standing lamp and as a shade on ceiling nice pattern display on ceiling pm me or text 0212095513

Price: $10

138 days ago

Window Cleaner - Required ASAP

Rae from Rangiora

Looking for a window cleaner to do inside and outside of a 3 bedroom home in Burnt Hill.

Please text Rae 0273 621 601

145 days ago

Why are ghosts such bad liars?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

...You can see right through them.

No, we haven't lost the plot! July 1st is International Joke Day and because laughter is good for your body, we want to get involved.

So, go on, jokers! Share your best joke below...

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139 days ago

Cat Paw Leggings

Elisabeth from Rangiora

I have two: 3XL and 5XL. $5 each.

Price: $5

139 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, 4 August at the Ashley Community Church. With shorter days 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 … View more
Note change of time from summer start time.

Next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 4 August at the Ashley Community Church. With shorter days 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.

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140 days ago

Hurunui cash plea rejected by transport agency

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

A North Canterbury council’s bid for road funding has been rejected as too costly by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA).

The Hurunui District Council requested to almost double its funding for the next three years, compared to the period 2021-24, NZTA … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

A North Canterbury council’s bid for road funding has been rejected as too costly by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA).

The Hurunui District Council requested to almost double its funding for the next three years, compared to the period 2021-24, NZTA director regional relationships director James Caygill said.

He said the council’s funding bid sought an increase of 184% from the 2024-27 National Land Transport Programme.

‘‘This increase was amongst the highest sought nationally.’’

About the country, councils put in bids totalling $6.5 billion for the 2024-27 period, up 42% on the previous three year period, Caygill said.

‘‘The total bid put forward nationally was unaffordable to the National Land Transport Programme, making it difficult to honour everyone’s bid.’’

Caygill said the agency had approved Hurunui’s request for an increase of nearly 50% in its funding for road resealing, and it ‘‘should be adequate to maintain and renew its network’’.

But at a council meeting on June 25, council chief executive Hamish Dobbie described NZTA's response as ‘‘under-whelming’’.

‘‘It is extremely disappointing given the amount of work we put into getting our roading programme together and it looks like they (NZTA) didn’t even look at it.’’

NZTA’s overall funding had increased, but Hurunui’s allocation was not enough to fund the upgrades needed to ensure the resilience of the district’s roading network, he said.

But funding for increased resilience works and other improvements were assessed separately under the ‘‘Local Road Improvements Activity Class’’, and funding information had yet to be released.

The council has deferred the adoption of its long-term plan until July 15.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

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140 days ago

A message from Christchurch Police

The Team from Canterbury Police

Christchurch Police are urging the community to ensure children are properly restrained following a concerning vehicle stop in Harewood. About 11:30am yesterday, Thursday 4 July, Police stopped a vehicle travelling almost 20kmh above the speed limit on Harewood Road.

When Police came to the … View more
Christchurch Police are urging the community to ensure children are properly restrained following a concerning vehicle stop in Harewood. About 11:30am yesterday, Thursday 4 July, Police stopped a vehicle travelling almost 20kmh above the speed limit on Harewood Road.

When Police came to the window, four children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years were seen in the back and front passenger seats with their car seats incorrectly fitted.
The driver was issued a formal warning and an infringement notice. Police are working with the driver around the correct way to secure seats, secure the children, and making sure they have the right seat for their size.

Inspector Ash Tabb says, ensuring car seats are properly attached and kids are properly restrained is essential in reducing the risk of serious injuries or worse if a crash occurs.
“I am glad this didn’t result in more serious consequences; not only were the kids not properly restrained, but the vehicle was also travelling almost 20 kmh above the speed limit, two of four known crash and serious crash contributors, labelled RIDS (Restraints, Impairment, Distraction, and Speed).

"We understand parents, and caregivers may not know what the right seat is, or how to attach it correctly for your child. There are several services available to assist people with this, including child restraint technicians who can provide advice on what restraint may be needed. They can also help you fit them to your vehicle,” Inspector Tabb says.

Check out Whānau Āwhina Plunket website here.
Or the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi website here.

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140 days ago

Slow progress on golf course access

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Slow progress is continuing to be made to resolve future road access to a Canterbury golf course.

Hurunui District Council chief executive Hamish Dobbie said he has met with members of the Amberley Beach Golf Club to agree to ‘‘a way forward for the… View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Slow progress is continuing to be made to resolve future road access to a Canterbury golf course.

Hurunui District Council chief executive Hamish Dobbie said he has met with members of the Amberley Beach Golf Club to agree to ‘‘a way forward for the consent process’’.

The 18-hole golf course is under threat from coastal erosion, with the council agreeing in August last year to investigate extending Grierson Ave through the narrowest part of a wetland.

The proposal would secure access to the club’s course and clubhouse, as well as mahinga kai areas in the Waimaiaia Reserve, and the Waipara River mouth.

Dobbie said the club had verbally agreed to a process and he was waiting for written confirmation from the club.

The cost of the consenting process and hiring a consultant would be borne by the council, he said.

There was no agreement yet on the cost of purchasing land, but Dobbie said he would be following up with the land owner.

A report to the council’s May meeting said staff had met with Environment Canterbury staff and members of the golf club in April to discuss the consenting requirements.

An assessment of environmental effects, an ecological assessment and a hydrological wetland assessment would be required.

Constructing a road through a natural inland wetland was likely to be a non-complying activity under the National Environmental Standards for Freshwater.

Staff estimated it would cost $1.155 million to meet the consenting requirements to build the road.

An alternative option of linking Webbs and Hursley Terrace roads with Golf Links Road from the northern end has been considered.

This option would secure access to most of the golf course, but not the clubhouse and would reduce the course to 16 holes.

It would also secure access to the Waimaiaia Reserve and the Waipara River mouth.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

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150 days ago

Kaitlyn

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

"I've been doing compost workshops for the community for four years. But I guess composting for like the past eight years.

It originally started because we moved and our house came with the compost bin. I was curious to know what it was, so we started composting, but like, just … View more
"I've been doing compost workshops for the community for four years. But I guess composting for like the past eight years.

It originally started because we moved and our house came with the compost bin. I was curious to know what it was, so we started composting, but like, just chucking stuff and not really knowing what we're doing. Then pumpkins and potatoes just started growing out of it.
I got into gardening during lockdown. My French teacher gave me some broccoli seeds, and I grew those and then obviously, you go through the journey of discovering soils are really important to grow healthy kai.

When I was in Year 13, I was volunteering at an orchard and I ran my first compost workshop. It was pretty cool. And then people just wanted me to keep doing them. Me and my sister got an internship at the Council doing compost education for the community but my compost passion actually came from hearing about Kaicycle's composting programme in Wellington. I want to set up a composting business like that.

Me and my sister started Compost Club at Uni last year. Our main aim is to make composting more accessible and commonplace on campus, especially for students because we find that students want to compost, but they don't know how or they don’t have the resources. We go to their flat and we run a mini workshop for them, come back three weeks later, check out how it's going.

I've taken a break this semester from burnout.

I just find it hard to say no, you get to that position where your body makes you say, no, I can't do any more. I feel like in the environmental space people burn out a lot. I guess why I've struggled with saying no, is because I feel like I can change the world. But no, I can't! We need everyone to do their little part to make a change.

I'm really passionate about cooking and growing healthy kai and having a slow life. And I haven't done that yet. But I'm working towards it."

- Kaitlyn

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141 days ago

Plywood pegboard

Resene National Head Office

Easily change the height and layout of the shelves any time as your plants grow or the items you want to showcase change with this handy pegboard finished in Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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141 days ago

Dining table and chairs.

Susan from Rangiora

Dining room wooden table top and six chairs.
Good condition.
Inquires welcome.
Susan.

Price: $150

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141 days ago

PORTABLE ARC WELDER

Arthur from Rangiora

Portable arc welder, 130 amps, excellent condition, new hand piece. ONLY $85.00. Pickup is in Rangiora. Phone 03 745 91 48

Price: $85

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