Fernside, Rangiora

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

6 days ago

Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.

What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?

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When should the tree go up? 🎄
  • 4.7% Second half of November
    4.7% Complete
  • 43.6% 1st December
    43.6% Complete
  • 17.5% A week before Christmas
    17.5% Complete
  • 33.1% Whenever you wish
    33.1% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below
    1.1% Complete
2320 votes
1 day ago

A Whole New Lifestyle

Acacia Cove

Care, Community, And Connection

Acacia Cove, a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula has 31 weekly activities.

For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, … View more
Care, Community, And Connection

Acacia Cove, a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula has 31 weekly activities.

For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green and gym.

Whether you choose to live in a villa or one of our luxurious apartments, you’ll have the security of a 24 hour, fully monitored emergency call system built in.
If you’re aged 60 or over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.

Contact long time manager Bruce to book a visit today!
(09) 268 8522.
admin@ocaciacove.co.nz
Find out more

4 days ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to … View moreKia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.

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1 day ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.

When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?

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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 83.1% Yes
    83.1% Complete
  • 14.4% No
    14.4% Complete
  • 2.5% Other - I'll share below
    2.5% Complete
1108 votes
15 hours ago

Raspberry plants (4 plants for $30)

Richard from Rangiora

This sale is for purchases of four raspberry plants (4x $10 plants for $30)

Pick up my free ‘How To Grow Raspberries’ guide with your purchase.

I also have some individual raspberries ($15 and $20 each) and some thornless blackberries ($15-$25 each)

Discounts for bulk purchases. All … View more
This sale is for purchases of four raspberry plants (4x $10 plants for $30)

Pick up my free ‘How To Grow Raspberries’ guide with your purchase.

I also have some individual raspberries ($15 and $20 each) and some thornless blackberries ($15-$25 each)

Discounts for bulk purchases. All plants are in top-quality soil.

All raspberries have been transplanted from existing Clutha, Heritage and Lewis varieties. They produce fantastic raspberries. The thornless blackberries are Black Satin.

Pick up in Rangiora. However, for an $80 purchase, I'm happy to deliver within 30 minutes of Rangiora for an extra $10.

We need to exchange mobile numbers before pickup.

If you are concerned about how to keep berries contained or want advice on growing them I’m happy to explain and give you a 2-page ‘How To’ guide.

**PS If you are keen to start a raspberry bed but can’t afford the price, talk to me**

15 hours ago

Raspberries Made Easy – Become a Home Raspberry Grower! 🌿 (Get several plants for $30)

Richard from Rangiora

Discover how simple it is to grow your own raspberries, even if you're new to gardening!

Pick up my free ‘How To Grow Raspberries’ guide with your purchase.

Why grow raspberries?
- Prolific fruiters: By following a few simple steps, raspberries will give you a big yield each … View more
Discover how simple it is to grow your own raspberries, even if you're new to gardening!

Pick up my free ‘How To Grow Raspberries’ guide with your purchase.

Why grow raspberries?
- Prolific fruiters: By following a few simple steps, raspberries will give you a big yield each season.

- Perfect for freezing: Stock up on raspberries for winter—no other fruit freezes as well.

- Effortless growing: They’re surprisingly low-maintenance when you follow a few simple steps (my free guide covers it all).

- Garden-friendly: Wondering if they’ll take over? They won’t! Just follow my free guide.

This sale includes a variety of plant bundles: Choose the best $30 deal for you.

- Get 2x $15 plants (plus 1 small bonus plant)

- Get 1x $20 and 1x $10 plant (plus 1 small bonus plant)

- Get 3x $10 plants (plus 1 small bonus plant)

- Get 7x $5 plants

- Or get a different combination.

Spend more and get a better deal.

All raspberries have been transplanted from existing Clutha, Heritage and Lewis varieties. They produce fantastic raspberries.
All plants are grown in top-quality soil.

Pick up in Rangiora.

With a $60 purchase, I’ll deliver within a 30-minute drive of Rangiora (extra $10).

Get in touch, grab your plants, and the free guide and start your berry-growing journey!

NOTE:
I grow raspberries as well as strawberries, blueberries, thornless blackberries, apples, stone fruit, citrus, tomatoes and more. Raspberries are the easiest by far.

NOTE: We need to exchange mobile numbers before pickup.

Price: $30

1 day ago

Warnings about scams

The Team from New Zealand Police

This Fraud Awareness Week, we’re reminding everyone to stay sharp and look out for the warning signs of scams to stop them before they start.

Here’s what to watch out for:
🔍 Unrealistic offers or promises of easy money that are too good to be true
🔍 Pressure tactics: Scammers may … View more
This Fraud Awareness Week, we’re reminding everyone to stay sharp and look out for the warning signs of scams to stop them before they start.

Here’s what to watch out for:
🔍 Unrealistic offers or promises of easy money that are too good to be true
🔍 Pressure tactics: Scammers may rush or threaten you to act immediately.
🔍 Requests for personal info: Be cautious if you’re asked for bank details, passwords, or sensitive information.
🔍 Unusual payment methods like gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers.
🔍 Unverified contacts: Emails, calls, or messages from unknown or suspicious sources.

How to protect yourself:
✅ Stop and think before sharing personal details or making payments.
✅ Don't click on any links until you know that it is safe.
✅ Verify the source: Contact the organisation directly using official channels.
✅ If something’s not right, it's OK to hang up, walk away, ignore it and move on.

If you wish to report a scam, contact Police on 105 or report it online via 105.police.govt.nz/use-105.

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2 days ago

Canterbury towns feel forgotten in bus review

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

A North Canterbury community fears it will lose its bus service under a review of the regional public transport plan.

Woodend-Sefton Community Board chairperson Shona Powell says her board warned Environment Canterbury (ECan) in 2019 the revised 97 … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

A North Canterbury community fears it will lose its bus service under a review of the regional public transport plan.

Woodend-Sefton Community Board chairperson Shona Powell says her board warned Environment Canterbury (ECan) in 2019 the revised 97 Pegasus to Rangiora route was ‘‘set up to fail’’.

Now she fears the route could be axed altogether in the new Canterbury Regional Public Transport Plan.

‘‘It is a bitter disappointment."

An ECan spokesperson says the route is not under review at present, but it will likely be looked at in the future.

Powell said the board felt when they did the last review, they set up 97 to fail with the shortening of the route.

‘‘It misses out large areas, so people have to walk 20 minutes to catch the bus and it only runs every hour.

‘‘For a short trip to Rangiora, you’re going to take the car if you’re able to, but we want to encourage people to use public transport.’’

Powell said Woodend, Pegasus and Ravenswood are experiencing rapid growth and need to be better served with public transport.

The 95 bus route links Pegasus, Woodend and Ravenswood residents with Kaiapoi and Christchurch.

But Powell said instead of persevering with the 97 route, the board has consistently advocated for a circular route, similar to the Orbiter bus service in Christchurch.

It could link Woodend, Pegasus and Ravenswood with Rangiora and Kaiapoi and their suburbs and travel in both directions, she said.

‘‘From a practical point of view the idea of a circular route using two buses is much more useful to a much higher number of residents and lets them travel easily to where they want to go,’’ Powell said.

‘‘For now, Silverstream and Sovereign Palm residents in Kaiapoi have to travel to central Kaiapoi first if they want to use public transport to get to Rangiora.’’

The service could be extended to include Waikuku, Cust, Tuahiwi, Amberley and the beach settlements, and it could be similar to the on-call MyWay bus service in Timaru.

The board would also like to see the park and ride direct commuter service available to Rangiora and Kaiapoi residents extended to Woodend.

ECan public transport strategy and planning manager Sonia Pollard said the Pegasus to Rangiora service is not under review at present.

‘‘But NZTA (NZ Transport Agency) has requested we investigate low performing routes, so it is likely this route will be reviewed in the future.’’

A Waimakariri circular route is not under consideration as the partner councils have agreed to focus on developing a Greater Christchurch public transport futures strategy, she said.

Additional funding would be required from NZTA and local ratepayers and there is also limited funding for public transport in the 2024-27 National Land Transport Fund.

But staff will be assessing new routes as part of the 2025-26 annual plan, she said.

The next on-demand service trial is likely to be within the Greater Christchurch urban zone, but no decisions have been made.

ECan received nearly 800 submissions in its draft Canterbury Regional Public Transport Plan consultation.

Hearings begin next week, with deliberations scheduled for next month.

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

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