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1436 days ago

Experience the Ryman Care Difference

It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’… View more
It’s hard to put your finger on why Ryman care centres just feel different. Perhaps it’s our constant drive to improve through innovations such as our myRyman Care app and Delicious menu, or perhaps it’s the genuine warmth of the care we provide.

Our 'Experience the Care Difference’ guide paints a picture of the care, kindness and comfort that our residents experience every day. It offers a comprehensive guide to rest home, hospital and specialist dementia care, as well as our serviced apartment options. So, for the inside knowledge into what makes a Ryman care centre different, check out our guide.
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1437 days ago

Wine judge Jim Harre's latest critique leaves a sour note for Canterbury winemaker

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

International wine judge Jim Harre told Jess Mavromatis​ to “give up” and “find a new hobby” after tasting the Ekleipsis​ pinot noir nouveau at Dunedin’s Moiety restaurant on Saturday.

Harre said the Waipara wine was “the worst pinot noir I’ve tried in years’’. “As an … View more
International wine judge Jim Harre told Jess Mavromatis​ to “give up” and “find a new hobby” after tasting the Ekleipsis​ pinot noir nouveau at Dunedin’s Moiety restaurant on Saturday.

Harre said the Waipara wine was “the worst pinot noir I’ve tried in years’’. “As an international wine judge who lives in Waipara, you should be ashamed of yourselves. Find a new hobby,” he wrote in an email.

“I would have been completely open to any kind of constructive criticism, but there’s nothing there, it’s more like a personal attack." Mavromatis said.

Read the full story here.

1439 days ago

House to Rent

Lynda from Kaiapoi

Hiya neighbours. We are looking for a two to three-bedroom house to rent in Kaiapoi. We would require something long term (say 5-6 years) and a place with a double garage would be nice. We are an older couple with no pets and we don't smoke. Something that becomes available to rent anytime … View moreHiya neighbours. We are looking for a two to three-bedroom house to rent in Kaiapoi. We would require something long term (say 5-6 years) and a place with a double garage would be nice. We are an older couple with no pets and we don't smoke. Something that becomes available to rent anytime from December to late February 2021 is good. We have excellent references. Hope someone can help. Thanks, Lynda W.

1437 days ago

North Canterbury chicken rescue centre ransacked by vandals

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

A North Canterbury charity that rescues and re-homes unwanted chickens has been ransacked by vandals, leaving at least six hens badly hurt.

An unknown person entered the North Canterbury Chicken Rescue site in West Eyreton on Tuesday, letting around 400 chickens loose by opening gates and pens.

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A North Canterbury charity that rescues and re-homes unwanted chickens has been ransacked by vandals, leaving at least six hens badly hurt.

An unknown person entered the North Canterbury Chicken Rescue site in West Eyreton on Tuesday, letting around 400 chickens loose by opening gates and pens.

Founder Amanda Gill said the person also pulled more than half of the water feeders off their pipes, leaving the animals without water on a day when temperatures reached 30 degrees Celsius.

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1437 days ago

DANDY LINE T BAR REVIEW

William from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

5 Star REVIEW
Christine Van Der Velden
Product: DANDY LINE T BAR CLOTHESLINE GALV SILVER

SKU: 13323

This is the best clothesline I have ever purchased. It's so sturdy and looks beautiful. The line itself is so strong too, we had to use a grinder to cut it. I had to wait a week for it to be … View more
5 Star REVIEW
Christine Van Der Velden
Product: DANDY LINE T BAR CLOTHESLINE GALV SILVER

SKU: 13323

This is the best clothesline I have ever purchased. It's so sturdy and looks beautiful. The line itself is so strong too, we had to use a grinder to cut it. I had to wait a week for it to be shipped but it was definitely worth the wait. Will definitely by buying from SwiftDry in the future.

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1437 days ago

Discount Code for December

William from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

Show this code at the store
SWIFT5
Valid 12/1/2020 – 12/31/2020

1437 days ago

DECEMBER DEALS!!

William from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

Get up to $40 off your clothesline THIS MONTH ONLY!

Dec 1 – 31

THIS MONTH ONLY USE code SWIFT5 at checkout for up to $40 off your clothesline! -

OR any other product purchased at www.swiftdry.co.nz...

Cheers,
William

Negotiable

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1437 days ago

Barbed wire

Gillie from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi,
I'm looking for any old barbed wire (the rustier the better) - if you know of any would love to take it off your hands!
Ph 0226332154 Gillie

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1437 days ago

Shop Local with Raeward Fresh!

Raeward Fresh

Your 100% Locally Owned and Operated Raeward Fresh is proud to be supplying you with only the freshest produce and best quality meat plus a unique range of local products.

We pride ourselves on being “Your Fresh Food People”.

Thank you for supporting local - we look forward to seeing you… View more
Your 100% Locally Owned and Operated Raeward Fresh is proud to be supplying you with only the freshest produce and best quality meat plus a unique range of local products.

We pride ourselves on being “Your Fresh Food People”.

Thank you for supporting local - we look forward to seeing you in store soon!
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1444 days ago

Your favourite ever summer holiday

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? … View more
Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? What made it such a stand-out experience? As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.

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1438 days ago

Glass jars with lids to give away

Gillie from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi,
I have a lot of jars with metal lids that would be good for bottling etc to give away. They were all washed and put through a dishwasher but have been sitting in the garage so are dusty on the outside now so will need cleaning again. Pick up will be in Mandeville

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1438 days ago

Ham recall across South Island supermarkets

Neighbourly.co.nz

Several ham products sold in the South Island have been recalled by the Ministry of Primary Industries due to the possible presence of listeria monocytogenes.

Recalled items include Pestell's Champagne Ham, Cooked Ham on the Bone, Boneless Ham and Boneless Ham pieces. The products are … View more
Several ham products sold in the South Island have been recalled by the Ministry of Primary Industries due to the possible presence of listeria monocytogenes.

Recalled items include Pestell's Champagne Ham, Cooked Ham on the Bone, Boneless Ham and Boneless Ham pieces. The products are available to purchase across the South Island at major food outlets Pak'n Save, New World and Four Square.

The recall affects the following batches:
- Pestell's whole Ham products with a use by date up to and including 15.01.21.
- Pestell's Sliced Ham Off the Bone vacuum packs with a use by date up to and including 29.12.20, this appears on the product as 29/DEC/20.
- Pestell’s Sliced Ham served over the counter at delicatessens in Pak’n Save, New World and Four Square supermarkets in the South Island with a best before date up to and including 7.12.20.

Further information:
- No Countdown stores sold these products.
- The products should not consumed unless the product is cooked through thoroughly. Alternatively, affected customers should return their product for a full refund.

For more information please visit the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

1438 days ago

Christchurch Northern Corridor Walk or Ride Day

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

The Christchurch Northern Corridor motorway is nearly open, and we’d love you to join us for a closer look!

Come down for a day of fun and festivities at the new motorway, Saturday 12th December, 2-6pm.

You’ll be able to walk along the new shared paths or cycle along the roadway before it… View more
The Christchurch Northern Corridor motorway is nearly open, and we’d love you to join us for a closer look!

Come down for a day of fun and festivities at the new motorway, Saturday 12th December, 2-6pm.

You’ll be able to walk along the new shared paths or cycle along the roadway before it opens to traffic on December 17th.

There’ll be coffee, ice cream, sausage sizzles and a bouncy castle, as well as scooters and electric bikes to try and lots of giveaways to be won.

Learn more at nzta.govt.nz/letsride.
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1438 days ago

Ratten Outside Table & 4 Chairs Also 4 Ratten Moon Chairs With Cusions

Barry & Tania from Kaiapoi

Hi neighbours I have a ratten table with 4 chairs and cusions also 4 matching ratten moon chairs with cusions in very good condition been under cover 2 moon chairs are brand new still in boxes , Most welcome to view .

Price: $350

1441 days ago

Looking for someone to mow an acre and remove clippings

Prue from Fernside

Hi, we have just put down a new lawn (just under an acre) and would like this to have its first mow the week before Xmas and clippings removed. Our mower doesn’t catch unfortunately! Any recommendations?

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