Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

1985 days ago

New trucks arrive ahead of Waimakariri's kerbside collection expansion

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Three new collection trucks have arrived in Waimakariri as the district's kerbside bin scheme expands to more homes.

Contractors began delivering the new rubbish and organics bins in April to residents who had signed up for the expanded service.

More than 17,500 bins were expected to be … View more
Three new collection trucks have arrived in Waimakariri as the district's kerbside bin scheme expands to more homes.

Contractors began delivering the new rubbish and organics bins in April to residents who had signed up for the expanded service.

More than 17,500 bins were expected to be delivered by late June, and residents could start using them from July 1.

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1985 days ago

Shared love of big cats leads to trip of a lifetime and shared custody agreement between friends

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A joke agreement between two cat-loving friends led to a near divorce, a trip of a lifetime, and a shared custody arrangement over a cat.

North Cantabrians Jo Woodrow and Vicki Walls became friends about 10 years ago through a shared love of Maine Coon cats, the world's largest domestic … View more
A joke agreement between two cat-loving friends led to a near divorce, a trip of a lifetime, and a shared custody arrangement over a cat.

North Cantabrians Jo Woodrow and Vicki Walls became friends about 10 years ago through a shared love of Maine Coon cats, the world's largest domestic breed.

1987 days ago

Tuahiwi School principal's 'passion' for governance recognised with national award

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The principal of a small North Canterbury school has been named the Māori or Pasifika Governance Leader in this year's Women in Governance Awards.

Melanie Taite-Pitama has a string of governance roles behind her and currently sits on the Ara Council, for the Ara Institute of Canterbury, as … View more
The principal of a small North Canterbury school has been named the Māori or Pasifika Governance Leader in this year's Women in Governance Awards.

Melanie Taite-Pitama has a string of governance roles behind her and currently sits on the Ara Council, for the Ara Institute of Canterbury, as Ngāi Tahu's representative, and is the principal at Tuahiwi School.

Congratulations Melanie!

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1987 days ago

Will you dunk it for Plunket?

Resene

Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and … View more
Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.

Plunket works together with families and communities to ensure the best start for every child. So, now’s the perfect time to try your hand at that DIY you’ve been meaning to get around to – and help support Kiwi kids in the process.

For more details, visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, NZ only.
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1987 days ago

Akaroa Print (Limited Edition)

Victoria from Rangiora

Beautifully framed in Oak, this limited edition number 474 of 1000 only, is in excellent condition.
The original painting named "Baie D'Akaroa, appears to have been by a french artist by the name of "Lemercier".
The frame measure: 75cm x 58cm and is glassed all in perfect … View more
Beautifully framed in Oak, this limited edition number 474 of 1000 only, is in excellent condition.
The original painting named "Baie D'Akaroa, appears to have been by a french artist by the name of "Lemercier".
The frame measure: 75cm x 58cm and is glassed all in perfect condition.

Price: $75

1987 days ago

North Canterbury house destroyed by fire

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Firefighters spent more than four hours battling a fire at a house in North Canterbury overnight.

The fire happened at a property on Dover St, Leithfield, about 42 kilometres north of Christchurch, at 11.30pm on Friday.

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1988 days ago

Black cat

Debra from Kaiapoi

On the side of the skewbridge on flaxton road is a deceased black cat. Unable to stop going opposite way. Just to let know, it's on the left side coming from Rangiora.

1988 days ago

Are you feeling that neighbourly spirit?

Alzheimers NZ

Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims … View more
Got 20 minutes spare and feeling that neighbourly spirit? Why not become a Dementia Friend?

The number of Kiwis with dementia is expected to triple in the coming years. Nearly every Kiwi knows someone with dementia. That is a lot of us.

Alzheimers NZ’s Dementia Friends programme aims to make NZ a more supportive, inclusive and understanding place for people living with dementia. It only takes 20 minutes to become a Dementia Friend.

The good news is you can help people with dementia to live well. Even in the smallest of actions help. Learn more about how you can help.

Join Dementia Friends today.
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1988 days ago

Ink Cartridges

Wayne from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Does anyone have an HP Printer that takes size 63 ink cartridges ? I have 3 partly used black, a partly used colour and a brand new unopened colour cartridge for sale. The new colour 63xl retails at $43.99. The whole lot can go for $45.00. Pick up only in Swannanoa.

Price: $45

1988 days ago

How to add value in the kitchen without breaking the bank

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd

If you’re planning on selling your home, the kitchen is a great place to start to add value. The kitchen is one of those spaces that can make or break the sale for many buyers, but before you make the decision to totally gut your kitchen and start again, here are some tips on how to get the best … View moreIf you’re planning on selling your home, the kitchen is a great place to start to add value. The kitchen is one of those spaces that can make or break the sale for many buyers, but before you make the decision to totally gut your kitchen and start again, here are some tips on how to get the best out of your existing kitchen without breaking the bank.

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1988 days ago

Grazing/Leasing

Alan from Rangiora

Not sure how to maintain your lifestyle block or has the pasture got out of control?

Considering leasing your farm?

We specialise in leasing and grazing to fit in with your requirements and take the hassle away from you.

We also buy and sell stock.

Call Alan on 0279009167

Negotiable

1988 days ago

11-year-old flying up the pecking order with his award-winning chooks

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

It's an unusual pastime for a young boy, but poultry breeder Flynn White is winging his way to the top.

1988 days ago

Decorative vases for a quirky home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Bring the best of the 70s to your vase collection with this retro-inspired colour scheme in a mix of Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1988 days ago

Grazing/Leasing

Alan from Rangiora

Not sure how to maintain your lifestyle block or has the pasture got out of control?

Considering leasing your farm?

We specialise in leasing and grazing to fit in with your requirements and take the hassle away from you.

We also buy and sell stock.

Call Alan on 0279009167

Negotiable

1988 days ago

Poll: Do you use a top sheet on your bed?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Along with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".

It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?

To read more, … View more
Along with landline phones and bar soap, top sheets are allegedly an "endangered species".

It's a topic of discussion that crops up every year or so and in some places, using a top sheet when you make your bed is almost unheard of. What's your preference?

To read more, click here

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Do you use a top sheet on your bed?
  • 80% Yes, of course!
    80% Complete
  • 14.4% Nah, I don't bother
    14.4% Complete
  • 5.6% Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't
    5.6% Complete
2938 votes
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