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80 days ago

Some Neighbourly news...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been using Neighbourly Groups? You may have joined some gardening groups or general chat groups over the years.

Members have told us that this part of the site isn't working as it should, so we are going to remove it for now.

So, in a few weeks Neighbourly Groups will no longer … View more
Have you been using Neighbourly Groups? You may have joined some gardening groups or general chat groups over the years.

Members have told us that this part of the site isn't working as it should, so we are going to remove it for now.

So, in a few weeks Neighbourly Groups will no longer be there. Don't worry, you can post on the noticeboard as usual!

Get in contact with our team if you have any concerns or need any help!

81 days ago

Top Tips For A Hassle-Free Holiday

Charles Upham Retirement Village

Are you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and… View moreAre you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and enjoy a carefree vacation.

Click read more for the full story.

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82 days ago

Stretch Marks are Common & its OK NOT TO LIKE THEM!

Rae from Room To Heal

Dr. Viton Striox is based on the scientifically proven patented formula known as Striover®.

A beautifully blended formula that provides a 3D reconstruction of new (red) and old (white) stretch marks. It reactivates dermal fibroblasts, increases collagen synthesis, improves epidermal density and… View more
Dr. Viton Striox is based on the scientifically proven patented formula known as Striover®.

A beautifully blended formula that provides a 3D reconstruction of new (red) and old (white) stretch marks. It reactivates dermal fibroblasts, increases collagen synthesis, improves epidermal density and thus reconstructs, fills, and aligns each stretch mark with the surface of the skin.

Suitable for daily use, since it maintains the hydration and elasticity of the skin and thus prevents the creation of new stretch marks, especially during pregnancy.

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

Pickup in Rangiora at Room to Heal or Courier Available

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

Read More & Purchase

Price: $46

89 days ago

Poll: Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Some spare wood, used furniture or children's toys - do you mind when your neighbours leave goods on the street for others to make use of?

Share your thoughts in the comments and poll below.

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Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?
  • 83.6% It's fine!
    83.6% Complete
  • 14.6% It annoys me!
    14.6% Complete
  • 1.8% Other - I'll share below
    1.8% Complete
4113 votes
83 days ago

Final Spring Promotion Winner!

The Wheel Magician Christchurch North

Congratulations to Dave from Rangiora, winner of the Prestige Car Wash from Espresso Car Wash Northlands for week 4!

Thank you to all our customers who had their kerbed wheels repaired by Paul during our August promotion and congratulations to the weekly winners. Enjoy your Prestige Carwash!

85 days ago

Whitebait season starts tomorrow!

The Team from Waimakariri District Council

We love to see everyone getting out and enjoying our beaches as the mercury rises, and here some friendly reminders for a successful Whitebait season:
🎣 Make sure you're up to date on Whitebait fishing regulations on the Department of Conservation website at ow.ly...
🎫 A permit is … View more
We love to see everyone getting out and enjoying our beaches as the mercury rises, and here some friendly reminders for a successful Whitebait season:
🎣 Make sure you're up to date on Whitebait fishing regulations on the Department of Conservation website at ow.ly...
🎫 A permit is required for vehicle access to the Ashley River mouth during the whitebaiting season - permits can be purchased from the Rangiora and Kaiapoi Service Centres
🏕️ Camping on the beach is not permitted 🚫 Check out freedom camping spots on our website.
🐣 It is nesting season for our native birdlife so please be mindful, particularly when driving on the beach

📷: Environment Canterbury

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85 days ago

Colloidal Silver Nasal Spray (Reduce Viral Load)

Rae from Room To Heal

Hello Neighbours.

Reduce your Viral Load: A colloidal silver nasal spray has an anti-inflammatory effect on the mucous membranes found in the nose.

This may help in the fight against viruses and bacteria.

The potential effectiveness of a silver-based nasal spray allows for the use in many … View more
Hello Neighbours.

Reduce your Viral Load: A colloidal silver nasal spray has an anti-inflammatory effect on the mucous membranes found in the nose.

This may help in the fight against viruses and bacteria.

The potential effectiveness of a silver-based nasal spray allows for the use in many different situations. Let's talk a little about nasal colds...

It is a natural reaction for the body to produce inflammation in a damaged or infected area. In the case of a bacterial or viral infection in the nasal passages, inflammation and swelling occurs in the mucous membrane. This is why when we have cold or flu-like symptoms, we have congestion and pressure in around the nose, the throat, sinuses and ears, etc...

Colloidal Silver works against a wide range of bacteria, including many that are resistant to antibiotics. In fact research has shown that colloidal silver is effective against more than 650 disease causing pathogens including viruses. Antibiotics are effective against about 12 forms of bacteria and fungi but NEVER against viruses. Application specific for nasal passages, to help clear nasal infections/irritations. For immune support, acute and chronic infection and will support the body in natural healing.

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


Pickup in Rangiora at Room to Heal or Courier Available

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
sensingsouls@xtra.co.nz

Price: $17.50

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86 days ago

Spiritual Enlightenment Expo

Sarah Jayne from Kaiapoi

Hi people!
We are excited to be coming to Rolleston! Just in the final stages of organising.
If you are a stall holder and interested in being involved send us a message on our Facebook page Spiritual Enlightenment Expo or email us at spiritualenlightenmentexpo@gmail.com
Follow our Facebook … View more
Hi people!
We are excited to be coming to Rolleston! Just in the final stages of organising.
If you are a stall holder and interested in being involved send us a message on our Facebook page Spiritual Enlightenment Expo or email us at spiritualenlightenmentexpo@gmail.com
Follow our Facebook page for updates on our opening and information on who we will have there.
Can’t wait to see everyone there!
Mel and Sarah

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86 days ago

Latest scam - nationwide

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 … View more
Police are warning people to be on alert for the latest round of email scams referencing Police and other justice agencies.

The email claims authorities have done a search of the email recipient’s computer and located explicit illegal material.

The recipient is directed to reply within 72 hours, or a warrant will be issued for their arrest. This email is a scam and anyone who receives it should not reply under any circumstances.

Although some versions of the email do not specifically reference money, other similar scams involve the recipient being issued a ‘fine’ when they respond.

While the nature and specific details of scams often varies, it’s important to note that Police and other government agencies will never contact you out of the blue and ask for your password, credit card or bank details.

Police have received several reports of this scam and enquires are underway.

Anyone who received this email can either forward the spam email to the Department of Internal Affairs directly at complaint@spam.govt.nz or use their online reporting portal: www.reportspam.co.nz...

Police recommend taking a cautious approach to unsolicited emails. Trust your gut instinct - if it doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.

Information on other scams currently operating can be found on the Consumer Protection NZ website: www.consumerprotection.govt.nz...

Consumer Protection NZ, along with Netsafe, also provides helpful advice about keeping safe online.

Anyone who has received this email can report it to police online via www.police.govt.nz.... Please reference file number 240830/5842.

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86 days ago

PAINTING AND DECORATING

Enviro Painters Ltd

Spring is in the air it is nearly time to for the big garden and house tidy up.Now is a great time to book in your painting and decorating projects you have been thinking about it is only 4 1/2 months to Xmas so don't delay get in touch with Andy at Enviro Painters today.

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86 days ago

Colour my day - wardrobe makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Splashes of Resene colour and pattern in unexpected places add personality and a little whimsy to our homes.

Start with this super easy wardrobe door project.

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86 days ago
86 days ago

Father’s Day Promotion!

The Wheel Magician Christchurch North

Do you love your Dad? We do too! That’s why we are offering 10% off for all of September! 🖤

Dad’s everywhere deserve their wheels to be damage-free this Father’s Day. Say goodbye to kerbed wheels, and say hello to a happy Dad! 😎

Let Paul come to your place this month for a … View more
Do you love your Dad? We do too! That’s why we are offering 10% off for all of September! 🖤

Dad’s everywhere deserve their wheels to be damage-free this Father’s Day. Say goodbye to kerbed wheels, and say hello to a happy Dad! 😎

Let Paul come to your place this month for a hassle-free wheel repair.

Available for Christchurch North and North Canterbury residents only.

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87 days ago

Mayors’ jobs programme extended to 2026

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

North Canterbury's mayors are thrilled a youth employment programme has received funding for another 12 months.

Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston announced $9 million in funding last week, which will allow the Mayors’ … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

North Canterbury's mayors are thrilled a youth employment programme has received funding for another 12 months.

Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston announced $9 million in funding last week, which will allow the Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) programme to be extended to June 2026.

The announcement followed calls from the mayors recently for funding assurances for the programme, which helps young people get into employment, amid a rising unemployment rate.

Kaikōura district councillor Vicki Gulleford said she was pleased with the announcement.

‘‘We don't know how this will be distributed throughout the participating programmes or what the expected number of outcomes will be.

‘‘However, we are very hopeful that the strong successes Kaikōura has achieved through our previous delivery of the programme will stand us in good stead for continuing with a similar or increased contract for the next year.

‘‘Kaikoura District Council will continue to partner with Te Hā o Mātauranga to deliver the programme locally.’’

The Kaikōura MTFJ programme was contracted for 38 sustainable (at least 91 days), full-time employment placements, for the year to June 30 and placed 48 people, including 44 youth.

The Hurunui programme is contracted for 15 placements, and placed 16 young people.

Hurunui mayor Marie Black said she was ‘‘thrilled there is a longer term vision to enable the programme to continue to grow’’.

‘‘The mahi is important for our young people, to remain connected, confident and contribute to our district.

‘‘This extended focus is important for our wonderful employers and our partnership with MSD.’’

The Waimakariri District Council only joined the programme at the beginning of last year, but has enjoyed some positive outcomes, Mayor Dan Gordon said.

MTFJ Waimakariri facilitator Elizabeth Trevathan said about 130 referrals or contacts from job seekers have been received in the last 12 months.

‘‘On average we have around 40 job seekers actively engaged at any one time.’’

While the Waimakariri programme was funded for 14 placements, it placed 29 people, including 26 youth in the year to June 30.

A further 20 young people have been placed into part-time, casual or fixed term employment contracts.

‘‘This programme is a great example of localism in action,’’ Gordon said.

‘‘It utilises local knowledge and relationships to help young people secure work and start careers that will help them throughout their lives.

‘‘There is a real demand and need for it and our council will be seeking to continue the programme and continue helping young people in Waimakariri.’’

The Ministry of Social Development funds the programme.

Upston said the Government’s focus is on getting people into employment and supporting community-led programmes with a proven track record.

The national unemployment rate continues to climb, reaching 4.6% in the June quarter, with young people aged 16 to 24-years the hardest hit.

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

87 days ago

Gang arrests in Christchurch

The Team from Canterbury Police

Police have arrested every patched member of the Christchurch chapter of the Comancheros yesterday, in a significant operation targeting the gang.

Millions of dollars’ worth of illicit drugs have been seized as Police yesterday terminated about 70 warrants as part of the eight-month … View more
Police have arrested every patched member of the Christchurch chapter of the Comancheros yesterday, in a significant operation targeting the gang.

Millions of dollars’ worth of illicit drugs have been seized as Police yesterday terminated about 70 warrants as part of the eight-month investigation, dubbed Operation Avon.
In total, 29 warrants were executed on addresses and more than 40 warrants executed on vehicles, predominately in the Christchurch area, with a handful in Auckland.

Approximately 5kg of class A drugs were seized, along with 11 firearms, ammunition, and about $250,000 cash.
Eighteen men aged between 18 and 55 were arrested and have been charged, including every patched Comancheros Christchurch member.
As part of enforcement activity Police have also restrained $1.9 million dollars of assets, consisting of an Auckland property and 11 vehicles.
The Christchurch chapter of the Comancheros became a priority target of the National Organised Crime Group (NOCG), supported by Canterbury Police, as their brazen alleged offending spread across New Zealand.

“Early on, our investigation identified significant drug offending involving the Class A controlled drugs methamphetamine and cocaine, and extensive money laundering,” says Detective Inspector Darrin Thomson.
“Class A drugs cause untold harm and misery in our communities and the impact on families is intolerable.
“These groups have no hesitation in peddling drugs and accumulating vehicles and property, with no regard for the destruction they cause in everyday New Zealanders’ lives.
“We have no doubt that this disruption of the Comanchero gang will have a positive impact on the drug supply chain across the country.”
Police allege the gang organised for drugs and cash to be relayed between Auckland and Christchurch every few weeks.

Detective Inspector Thomson said over a million dollars’ worth of drugs at wholesale value were believed to have been moved between the North and South Island, which Police will allege at prosecution equates to more than $15 million street value.
The 18 men have made a first appearance at court in Christchurch and Auckland. Charges include participating in an organised criminal group, conspiracy to supply methamphetamine, and conspiracy to supply cocaine.

Further charges, including money laundering and drug dealing charges, are being considered ahead of future appearances.
“NZ Police is committed to putting an end to the harm organised criminal groups perpetuate across New Zealand,” says Detective Inspector Thomson.
“Operation Avon is holding those responsible to account following a meticulous investigation and coordinated response.
“Pivotally, arresting every member of the chapter will put an end to their unwanted presence in our Christchurch community.”

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