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Make stunning sets of trinket trays with a nod to the traditional craft of basket-making simply using clay and Resene shades of green.
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Create your very own mini Jurassic Park with this easy-to-make potted dinosaur garden. Rejuvenate old dinosaur toys that have faded with Resene testpots to help them keep looking good in the harsh sunlight.
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By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter. Photo: Lightyears Solar Ltd co-founders Matt Shanks (left) and Sean Toban.
A North Canterbury residents group has called for a proposed solar farm consent application to be publicly notified.
Community concern at a proposal to build a 180.8-hectare … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter. Photo: Lightyears Solar Ltd co-founders Matt Shanks (left) and Sean Toban.
A North Canterbury residents group has called for a proposed solar farm consent application to be publicly notified.
Community concern at a proposal to build a 180.8-hectare solar farm near Waipara, north of Amberley, has prompted the Waipara Residents’ Association to write to the Hurunui District Council to press for it to be notified.
Far North Solar Farm Ltd applied to the Hurunui District Council in March for resource consents for its proposal.
The company is proposing to build a 143.8 MWp solar farm on a 242.4ha property next to State Highway 7 near Waipara.
Waipara Residents’ Association chairperson Steven Ellis said the committee has written to the council to request the consent applications ‘‘be publicly notified and not fast tracked’’.
‘‘It is important that community members be given the opportunity to be heard, through a submission process, regarding their thoughts about the proposed use of this farm land.’’
Community concern led to the group Save Waipara Valley being formed last year.
A Hurunui District Council spokesperson said the application is on hold, while the applicant commissions peer reviews of the landscape and visual effects, and glint and glare effects.
No decision has been made whether to notify the consent.
Meanwhile, the Waimakariri District Council has received resource consent applications for solar farms at Swannanoa and Sefton.
Auckland-based Lightyears Solar Ltd has applied for a resource consent to build an eight hectare solar farm at Swannanoa.
A council spokesperson said staff are working through the notification process, but no decision on notification has been made.
The council could decide to have no notification, a limited notification with neighbours and affected parties, or a full public notification.
Lightyears Solar Ltd co-founder and development manager Matt Shanks said his company proposed building ‘‘a mid-sized, dual use solar farm’’.
The farm will generate six megawatts of renewable energy, which will mostly be consumed locally ‘‘providing for some of Rangiora’s daytime energy needs’’, he said.
He said Lightyears Solar has contacted the immediate neighbours to the farm, as part of the consent process.
An Australian company Energy Bay Ltd has applied for a resource consent to build a solar farm on 80ha at Sefton.
The council spokesperson said the application was on hold, awaiting more information.
No decision has been made whether to notify the consent.
Environment Canterbury has received consent applications from Lightyears Solar, which are on hold awaiting further information.
But the regional council has no active consent applications from Far North Solar Farm Ltd and Energy Bay Ltd for solar farms in North Canterbury.
The Waimakariri District Council granted a consent, subject to conditions, in April for MainPower, North Canterbury’s energy network, to construct a solar farm on a 10 hectare site at Thongcaster Rd at Eyrewell Forest, to the north of Waimakariri River.
The site is expected to produce enough energy to power 1250 local homes through MainPower’s distribution network.
■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
At Driven Automotive, we specialise in providing comprehensive fleet maintenance services for all cars, vans, trailers, and light trucks. Whether you have a small fleet of 4 vehicles or a large fleet of 40 vehicles, you can depend on us to keep them well-maintained and on the road. Our top priority… View moreAt Driven Automotive, we specialise in providing comprehensive fleet maintenance services for all cars, vans, trailers, and light trucks. Whether you have a small fleet of 4 vehicles or a large fleet of 40 vehicles, you can depend on us to keep them well-maintained and on the road. Our top priority is to keep your vehicles and your business moving, allowing you to focus on your core operations while we take care of your fleet with exceptional service and significant cost savings.
If your vehicle is owned, leased or maintained by a fleet company, Driven is also aligned with most major fleet companies within New Zealand, and can carry out servicing, WOF's and repairs on their behalf.
(Companies we service - Custom Fleet NZ, Fleetlease NZ, Fleetsmart NZ, FleetPartners NZ, Fleetwise, LeasePlan, Maxxia Fleet, SG Fleet, StreetFleet NZ and Yoogo Fleet.)
Working is progressing well on the third stage and we expect to complete this stage within the next three weeks.
We're also expecting to reopen the Good Street Roundabout in three directions from the end of next week (weather depending).
The Ashley Street shops including Caroline Eve, … View moreWorking is progressing well on the third stage and we expect to complete this stage within the next three weeks.
We're also expecting to reopen the Good Street Roundabout in three directions from the end of next week (weather depending).
The Ashley Street shops including Caroline Eve, Stans 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora and Coffee Worx Cafe Roastery Rangiora remain open for business. Access is still open on Ashley Street and Blackett Street.
New World Rangiora is still accessible from Good Street via Blake Street and off Ashley Street.
Thanks to the businesses for their understanding and cooperation during these essential works.
One final reminder that our contractor OnGrade is completing these works as quickly and safely as possible - please be kind and patient if you're travelling through the area - our roading staff are just doing their job. Thank you!
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POTTED TULIPS FOR SALE. 3 per pot, 3 different colours, at the point of bud burst. ONLY $10 per pot. Pickup is in Rangiora.
Continuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.
Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. … View moreContinuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.
Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. Jandy says: 'I'm passionate about online safety because I strongly oppose bullying and want to support those affected by it.'
Jandy is passionate about protecting vulnerable communities and is promoting online safety to ensure no one falls prey to online scams. She can answer your questions about any type of online scams, and also about online harm such as online bullying.
↓ Ask your question below now and she'll be online on Wednesday, 11th September to reply to you ↓
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
A 4WD ban on a North Canterbury river during bird nesting season could be extended.
The Waimakariri District Council will consider a proposal from the Department of Conservation (DOC) to close the upper Ashley Rakahuri River to vehicles while birds are … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
A 4WD ban on a North Canterbury river during bird nesting season could be extended.
The Waimakariri District Council will consider a proposal from the Department of Conservation (DOC) to close the upper Ashley Rakahuri River to vehicles while birds are nesting.
Mayor Dan Gordon said he has requested staff to prepare a report for next month’s council meeting, after DOC staff addressed the council recently.
‘‘I have requested a report from staff to outline what options are available.’’
The lower Ashley River from the confluence of the Okuku River to the mouth, which is managed by Environment Canterbury, already has a vehicle ban during nesting season.
DOC manages the upper section of the river, from the confluence to the Ashley Gorge.
A DOC spokesperson said the legislation allowed it to close off the upper section completely to all users.
But it would prefer the Waimakariri District Council ‘‘to close the river as a road from next year’’, during the nesting season.
The river is home to several braided river species with many of them endangered, including wrybills, black-bill gulls, banded dotterels, black-fronted terns and pied oystercatchers.
The upper section of the river is also home to ‘‘one of the last strongholds of native biodiversity on the Canterbury plains’’, the spokesperson said.
The Ashley Rakahuri Rivercare Group has previously expressed concerns, saying people drive around nesting sites with no regard for the welfare of threatened species of birds.
Volunteers were out in force during Crate Day last November, to protect the birds from revelers out in their 4WDs.
■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
A close-up experience with Tutumairekurai/Hector’s dolphins reinforced Councillor Genevieve Robinson’s commitment to protecting our coastal environment.
She’s also kept on her toes by our Youth Rōpu, who bring fresh perspectives and challenge us to think differently about the issues we … View moreA close-up experience with Tutumairekurai/Hector’s dolphins reinforced Councillor Genevieve Robinson’s commitment to protecting our coastal environment.
She’s also kept on her toes by our Youth Rōpu, who bring fresh perspectives and challenge us to think differently about the issues we face.
Hear more from Councillor Robinson, who represents Ōhoko/Christchurch Central, as she shares her views.
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GROWING KUMARA TALK Saturday 21st September
Would you like to grow your own Kumara this year?
I can show you how we have been doing it for the last 5 years
I will show you how to make slips from store bought Kumara and produce plants to plant into your own gardens
Talk will take about hour and … View moreGROWING KUMARA TALK Saturday 21st September
Would you like to grow your own Kumara this year?
I can show you how we have been doing it for the last 5 years
I will show you how to make slips from store bought Kumara and produce plants to plant into your own gardens
Talk will take about hour and those interested can stay on to look around our large vege/ orchard gardens
$5 donation please
Please text to show interest and I can send address We live off Lineside Road on Bramleys Road
021 2222 838
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We’re here to remind you about what to do when you see, or hear, an emergency services vehicle responding under lights and sirens. When seconds count, it can save lives.
We’ve had recent examples where drivers completely ignore the Police vehicle behind them. Other drivers slow right down … View moreWe’re here to remind you about what to do when you see, or hear, an emergency services vehicle responding under lights and sirens. When seconds count, it can save lives.
We’ve had recent examples where drivers completely ignore the Police vehicle behind them. Other drivers slow right down without safely pulling over, and delay Police from responding to emergency situations. Please help us by allowing our team to get to those in need, so we can save lives.
Top tips when an emergency services vehicle approaches with lights and sirens:
🚑 You are required by law to pull to the side of the road and stop as soon as it is safe to do so.
🚔 If the lights and siren of the Police vehicle continue past you, you can resume your journey.
🚒 Make sure you check the road is clear before moving on.
Probus is a social club that provides retirees and semi-retirees with social outings, fun and friendship as you take part in a range of activities, trips and outings.
If this sounds like you, come along to our next meeting to find out more. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and be entertained by … View moreProbus is a social club that provides retirees and semi-retirees with social outings, fun and friendship as you take part in a range of activities, trips and outings.
If this sounds like you, come along to our next meeting to find out more. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and be entertained by this months interesting guest speaker.
Our Club meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month. The next meeting is at 9.45am Wednesday 18 September 2024 upstairs at the The Kaiapoi Club, 113 Ravens Quay, Kaiapoi.
Email us on kaiapoiprobus@gmail.com or ring Steve on 0274 310 383 for more information.
These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.
Food recalls:
All Good Oat Milk (Possible presence of Bacillus cereus)
… View moreThese items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.
Food recalls:
All Good Oat Milk (Possible presence of Bacillus cereus)
Pies and sausage roll products - Good Time, Hub Gourmet and No.8 Premium brands
Value range Natural Almonds
South African shop Safari Meats - Biltong, Cabanossi, Droëwors and cured meats
Te Matuku oyster products (Risk of norovirus)
Product recalls:
Olimpia Splendid fan heaters
Euroblade Suntower Infared heater
Bobcat mower with recalled engines
Kids MGA Miniverse Make-it sets
Fisher Price baby gift set
Vehicle recalls can be found here.
We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.
Has anyone got any monstera plants that are established? I live in Rangiora off King St. Willing to pay for delivery too. Thanks.
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