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2200 days ago

Canterbury cattle breeders named local heroes

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A North Canterbury couple have been acknowledged for their work teaching high school students how to handle animals safely.

Kay and Philip Worthington, who own Woolstone Park Lowline cattle stud near Rangiora, are recipients of this year's Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero Medal.

"The … View more
A North Canterbury couple have been acknowledged for their work teaching high school students how to handle animals safely.

Kay and Philip Worthington, who own Woolstone Park Lowline cattle stud near Rangiora, are recipients of this year's Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero Medal.

"The best feeling [is] seeing these kids go and do something with the the skills they have learnt," Kay says.

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2201 days ago

Art Day -Treat Yourself!

Deb from Kaiapoi

Come and join me on a fun day of art/craft and go home with two (option of 3) stunning pieces of unique art that you can gift as a stunning xmas present, or hang on your own wall! Or you could gift this day out to a wonderful friend or relative. No previous experience needed, all materials … View moreCome and join me on a fun day of art/craft and go home with two (option of 3) stunning pieces of unique art that you can gift as a stunning xmas present, or hang on your own wall! Or you could gift this day out to a wonderful friend or relative. No previous experience needed, all materials provided. email debw244@gmail.com ph 3272793 /0274978130 for bookings . This is coming up next weekend ( choose either Saturday or sunday) $120 .00 Bookings essential so ring or email asap for more info !

2201 days ago

Poll: Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.

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Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!
  • 16.2% 1) Riversdale Community House - Blenheim
    16.2% Complete
  • 6.1% 2) Belmont Centre - Auckland
    6.1% Complete
  • 6.7% 3) Churton Park Tennis and Recreational Club - Wellington
    6.7% Complete
  • 16.8% 4) Barnardos - Napier
    16.8% Complete
  • 10.6% 5) Ngataringa Organic Garden (NOG) - Auckland
    10.6% Complete
  • 43.7% 6) Maketu Volunteer Coastguard and Maketu Surf Club
    43.7% Complete
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2203 days ago

Small Reasonably Priced Hatchback

Barry & Tania from Kaiapoi

Hi neighbours looking for a wee car 3 or 5 door Nana car . Good on fuel reasonably priced in good condition anything considered thanks !!! Can private message me thankyou .
Tania

2202 days ago

What are you funraising for!!

Maria from Kaiapoi

Dear Villagers,

No matter how big or small, we'd love to hear about what you are doing and how we can help.

A sausage sizzle, a bake sale or a community fundraising event to support a local organisation. Post the information below with the link to where and how others can help.

The ITAV … View more
Dear Villagers,

No matter how big or small, we'd love to hear about what you are doing and how we can help.

A sausage sizzle, a bake sale or a community fundraising event to support a local organisation. Post the information below with the link to where and how others can help.

The ITAV team

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2202 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert - this Sunday!

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace … View more
A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace other emergency alerts, or the need to take action after natural warnings.

You still need to be prepared for an emergency and you should not wait to get an alert before you act. If you feel your life is in danger, don’t wait for an official warning. Take immediate action.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2202 days ago

PLACEMAKERS GIFT CARD SELL

Heatheranne from Belfast

Hi I received this as a present but need cash for vet bill. It is a Gift Card for Placemakers for $250 but sell for 10% off $225. Issued 12/11/2018 valid for 1 year & doesn't need to be spend all at once have a year to use. Haven't used as scratchy bit to activate it at purchase not … View moreHi I received this as a present but need cash for vet bill. It is a Gift Card for Placemakers for $250 but sell for 10% off $225. Issued 12/11/2018 valid for 1 year & doesn't need to be spend all at once have a year to use. Haven't used as scratchy bit to activate it at purchase not scratched. Please email me hillingsworth@hotmail.com pickup Marshlands Rd or may deliver

Price: $225

2202 days ago

Thor Security Named Best Anti Malware Product of 2018

Aaron from Techmedics Ltd

Thor Security wins Anti-malware of the Year 2018 so if your looking for a cloud based security system with little to no system impact then look no further than Thor - You can buy direct from Techmedics, the New Zealand Distributor and also our hand resellers - Solutions-online, Highbourne It and … View moreThor Security wins Anti-malware of the Year 2018 so if your looking for a cloud based security system with little to no system impact then look no further than Thor - You can buy direct from Techmedics, the New Zealand Distributor and also our hand resellers - Solutions-online, Highbourne It and Web Solutions, Northbrook IT and Cellphone and Computer Security.

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2202 days ago

Macadamia Nuts 200g $10

Laurae from Woodend

Grown in Motueka . Freshly cracked and packed for Christmas.

Price: $10

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2202 days ago

Snow-vember for the South Island

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Parts of the South Island have been plunged back into winter, with roads closed and snow warnings issued.

Snow is expected to keep falling in much of the South Island down to 500 metres today.

To read more, click here.

How's the weather where you are?

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2202 days ago

New 13.5-metre water slide and pools planned for Hanmer Springs

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The proposed slide will send riders shooting down a winding hydroslide in two-person tubes, before going down a steep drop that propels them up a near-vertical wall for a moment of weightlessness before zooming back down onto the slide's finish.

Plans for the $4.3 million development, … View more
The proposed slide will send riders shooting down a winding hydroslide in two-person tubes, before going down a steep drop that propels them up a near-vertical wall for a moment of weightlessness before zooming back down onto the slide's finish.

Plans for the $4.3 million development, announced on Monday, also include five new thermal pools.

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2202 days ago

Leather couch

Mary from Woodend

Green leather couch 3 seater. Damaged arm which a piece of duck tape would patch.

Price: $60

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2202 days ago

Garage SALE, 9 GREENMEADOW GARDENS, BELFAST

Hugh from Belfast

Tradesman's Tools and art and craft stuff. Art materials. Full size artist's Easels.
Drills and Drill press, cramps, chisels. Good start for an Apprentice. Planes (electric and hand) vices, cramps, sledge hammer. Mallets, Craft materials. Lots of craft equipment.

Price: $1,100

2202 days ago

Neighbours Day Roadshow - we made it to your neighbourhood!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Day 3 saw us hosted by Welcoming Communities Ashburton for our first workshop. We got to hear all about the amazing work going on with Neighbourhood Support, the newcomers network and the cool peeps at Mid Canterbury TimeBank. Then we shot up north to visit the AMAZING crew at Waimakariri District … View moreDay 3 saw us hosted by Welcoming Communities Ashburton for our first workshop. We got to hear all about the amazing work going on with Neighbourhood Support, the newcomers network and the cool peeps at Mid Canterbury TimeBank. Then we shot up north to visit the AMAZING crew at Waimakariri District Council who are putting on some amazing events in parks in the next few months. We also got to meet Manda at North Canterbury Chicken Rescue, and some of the amazing volunteers at It Takes a Village! Incredible stuff happening across Canterbury

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2202 days ago

Drier clothes

Mary from Woodend

Good working order, but very old no spare parts now available.

Free

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