Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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2179 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

Just a reminder. The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET will be held in HIGH STREET IN FRONT OF THE COUNCIL OFFICES AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE, DOWN THE SIDE LANE ON THE LEFT AND IN THE CARPARK BEHIND THE DOCTORS ROOMS, 9 am to 2 pm. We will have a great number of stalls with lots of variety from Leggo, plants,… View moreJust a reminder. The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET will be held in HIGH STREET IN FRONT OF THE COUNCIL OFFICES AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE, DOWN THE SIDE LANE ON THE LEFT AND IN THE CARPARK BEHIND THE DOCTORS ROOMS, 9 am to 2 pm. We will have a great number of stalls with lots of variety from Leggo, plants, vintage crockery, jewellry, soaps, candles, clothing, toys, knitted garments, bags, sausage sizzle etc.
We will have RANGI, Rangiora's friend of Thomas, still with his Christmas decorations on from the Santa parade, for the young children to have their photo taken in him. This will be the last RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET for the year. The next one will be on the 6th January back in the Blake Street carpark.
A BIG THANK YOU to all the stall holders and and visiting public for your great support for the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET since it started.
The market is run by the NORTH CANTERBURY MODEL RAILWAY CLUB Inc. to help raise funds for our clubrooms to be built in the future, We are a club on the right track. New members welcome. Our present club rooms are next to the Blake street carpark.

2178 days ago

Be ready for 2019 with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Christmas is super busy! But so is going into the new year & what comes with it, back to work, back to school, new year new me! So why not create your own handy wall planner & easily keep track of your family’s schedule. Once you’re done simply use whiteboard markers to write on it, … View moreChristmas is super busy! But so is going into the new year & what comes with it, back to work, back to school, new year new me! So why not create your own handy wall planner & easily keep track of your family’s schedule. Once you’re done simply use whiteboard markers to write on it, then wipe off & update as needed. Easy to create with Resene testpots & Resene Write-on Wall Paint. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

2178 days ago

Farmers' market seeking funds to give children fruit

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

North Cantabrians have one last chance to help provide children at one school with fruit.

Ohoka Farmers' Market organisers launched a PledgeMe campaign in October, which ends Friday (December 14), to commemorate the market's 10th birthday by raising $10,000 for the community.

The money … View more
North Cantabrians have one last chance to help provide children at one school with fruit.

Ohoka Farmers' Market organisers launched a PledgeMe campaign in October, which ends Friday (December 14), to commemorate the market's 10th birthday by raising $10,000 for the community.

The money will be used to provide fruit to Kaiapoi Borough School pupils every Friday during the school year.

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2178 days ago

HELP US MAKE WASPS BUZZ OFF FOR GOOD.

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real … View more
They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. Head online now to contribute

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2179 days ago

Get them that puuurrrfect gift!

Farmlands

Swing by your local Farmlands store to ensure everyone has something to open on Christmas morning.

With 82 stores across the country, we’re proud to be supporting your community
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2180 days ago

Poll: Does Rangiora need another off-licence?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A company with a string of failed applications across New Zealand now wants to open up a bottle shop in Rangiora, North Canterbury.

Rangiora Liquormart Ltd, formerly Stoke Liquormart, has applied for an off-licence for a premises on High St. If successful, it will be the North Canterbury … View more
A company with a string of failed applications across New Zealand now wants to open up a bottle shop in Rangiora, North Canterbury.

Rangiora Liquormart Ltd, formerly Stoke Liquormart, has applied for an off-licence for a premises on High St. If successful, it will be the North Canterbury town's 11th off-licence. About 18,100 people live in Rangiora.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Does Rangiora need another off-licence?
  • 2.9% Yes, Rangiora is growing fast
    2.9% Complete
  • 95.9% No, there's more than enough already
    95.9% Complete
  • 1.2% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments)
    1.2% Complete
172 votes
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2179 days ago

Old blankets etc needed urgently

Michelle from Belfast

Hi, does anyone have any old blankets, sheets etc they no longer want to use for packing please?
Thank you

2179 days ago

Grace Millane will 'forever be a Kiwi', her father says

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and … View more
Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and some evening singing Amazing Grace.

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2179 days ago

Handmade Tuahiwi Twilight Shopping Night - Friday 14th December, 4-8.30

Cathy from Woodend

Join us for a festive evening of shopping for quality,locally made handcrafted giftware. Shop local and visit each of our creative outlets along Tuahiwi Road for quality gifts and products made with integrity. Start at either Heavenlea Touch Homewares at 21 Tuahiwi Rd or at the Wildlife Gallery at … View moreJoin us for a festive evening of shopping for quality,locally made handcrafted giftware. Shop local and visit each of our creative outlets along Tuahiwi Road for quality gifts and products made with integrity. Start at either Heavenlea Touch Homewares at 21 Tuahiwi Rd or at the Wildlife Gallery at 370 Tuahiwi Rd. If you go to each of the 4 participating artisan businesses then you can go in the draw to win this amazing gift basket.

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2180 days ago

Van Wanted To Purchase

Graham from Eyrewell Forest

I am looking to buy a reliable low mileage van. Needs to have a towbar and prefer a solid roof rack. Price range 3k -5k. If you have a lower valued van that is possibly surplus to your needs I will also look at that. Same with a higher value - up to 7k. Prefer a manual gearbox. Of course I would … View moreI am looking to buy a reliable low mileage van. Needs to have a towbar and prefer a solid roof rack. Price range 3k -5k. If you have a lower valued van that is possibly surplus to your needs I will also look at that. Same with a higher value - up to 7k. Prefer a manual gearbox. Of course I would like it to be as tidy as possoble but reliablity is much more important. Prefer chain driven engine - non-cambelt but will look at all replies. Cash buyer. I will be wanting to put vehicle through an AA check. Please message me or email Graham - muzzo@xtra.co.nz

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2180 days ago

Help moving sheep.

Noeline from Kaiapoi

Hi, an elderly man needs help from someone,preferably with a couple of dogs to get some young ram lambs back into the paddock from the neighbours, The lambs are very strong willed and disobedient.Fernside rd area.

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2183 days ago

My chickens are now eating their eggs.

John from Eyrewell Forest

Some time ago on Youtube I saw that it was beneficial to feed eggshells to chickens as it helped them with calcium intake. This I did and they loved the scrunched up eggshell. However I have created monsters as they are now eating half of their eggs everyday before i can get out and pick them up. … View moreSome time ago on Youtube I saw that it was beneficial to feed eggshells to chickens as it helped them with calcium intake. This I did and they loved the scrunched up eggshell. However I have created monsters as they are now eating half of their eggs everyday before i can get out and pick them up. How do I break this habit? Any clever ideas?( I have one idea!)

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2180 days ago

COPPER VASE

Anne from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a VASE and it’s height is 27 cm and it’s diameter is 30 cm .

It’s weight is 2.1 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things … View more
Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a VASE and it’s height is 27 cm and it’s diameter is 30 cm .

It’s weight is 2.1 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things …

Pickup SWANNANOA or RANGIORA.

Price: $170

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2180 days ago

COPPER BASIN

Anne from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a BASIN and it’s height is 25.5 cm and it’s diameter is 38.5 cm .

It’s weight is 7.2 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful … View more
Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a BASIN and it’s height is 25.5 cm and it’s diameter is 38.5 cm .

It’s weight is 7.2 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things …

Pickup SWANNANOA or RANGIORA.

Price: $250

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2180 days ago

COPPER JAR

Anne from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a JAR with an elegant chiselled pattern it’s height is 15.5 cm and it’s diameter is 21.5 cm.

It’s weight is 0.6 kg.

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for … View more
Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a JAR with an elegant chiselled pattern it’s height is 15.5 cm and it’s diameter is 21.5 cm.

It’s weight is 0.6 kg.

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things …

Pickup SWANNANOA or RANGIORA.

Price: $80

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