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142 days ago

Poll: Is it still rude to wear a hat inside?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Times have changed and perhaps so has our societal rules around taking off hats when indoors. What are your thoughts?

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Is it still rude to wear a hat inside?
  • 74.6% Yes, take them off indoors
    74.6% Complete
  • 24.3% No, it's not anymore
    24.3% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below
    1.1% Complete
4078 votes
138 days ago

Time for a clear-out?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's … View more
Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's time to realise that you're never going to use that snowboard or ski jacket, and that you really do have one too many heaters. Whatever it is, take a picture and put it on Neighbourly for locals to see.
List an item now

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139 days ago

We’ve adopted our Long-Term Plan!

The Team from Environment Canterbury

🙌 Your feedback helped land some of our key decisions in our 10-year work plan and budget, known as the Long-Term Plan.

📊 1,300 individuals and organisations, some of whom represented large sections of the community made written submissions, and 153 spoke to us during hearings.

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🙌 Your feedback helped land some of our key decisions in our 10-year work plan and budget, known as the Long-Term Plan.

📊 1,300 individuals and organisations, some of whom represented large sections of the community made written submissions, and 153 spoke to us during hearings.

Councillors had to weigh up the need for action to protect the environment, with the cost pressures we’re all facing.

Read the full news story here 👉 bit.ly... and hear Acting Chair Craig Pauling’s thoughts on how it played out youtu.be...

#Kaitiakitanga #Māiatanga  #Whanaungatanga

139 days ago

Vitamin C Supplements are a very useful home remedy for Viral Infections

Rae from Room To Heal

Hello Neighbours

Vitamin C helps to boost immune system function so that the duration and severity of a viral infection is shortened and the risk of developing a secondary bacterial infection is reduced.


In practical terms, using Vitamin C for infections works best if you take it at the … View more
Hello Neighbours

Vitamin C helps to boost immune system function so that the duration and severity of a viral infection is shortened and the risk of developing a secondary bacterial infection is reduced.


In practical terms, using Vitamin C for infections works best if you take it at the onset of a viral illness, when you get the first niggles or symptoms, rather than waiting until you feeling significantly ill.

During an infection the dose of Vitamin C that is usually recommended is that of a ‘bowel tolerance’ approach. This may be 500 mg to 1000mg every hour or so until loose stools develop.

Keep a Vitamin C supplement at home so that if you feel like you are coming down with a viral infection you can start Vitamin C immediately.

Stock up your cupboard today: www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Pickup Available at Room to Heal


Room to Heal in Rangiora
Reiki Practitioner
Therapeutic Massage Therapist
Bioptron Medical Light Therapist
Love and Light
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Price: $23

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139 days ago
139 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
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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:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
Sabres fresh & frozen ready meals
Pams plant based creamy tomato pasta bake

Product recalls:
Farmers brand girls jockey singlet
Vitamix container and blade bases
Crocs Jibbitz
Digital Notepads
City Beach novelty light
LED strip light
Hansa Chipper
Kawasaki Spartan mower

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

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140 days ago

Lamb’s brains

Dominique & Sasha from Kaiapoi

Good morning all, Does anybody out there ,know where I could buy lambs brains ? I rang several butchers but it appears that as there is little demand in NZ for them, they are now exported overseas. 😥. I used to buy them in Merivale when my girls were little some 50 years ago !! 😱 Someone … View moreGood morning all, Does anybody out there ,know where I could buy lambs brains ? I rang several butchers but it appears that as there is little demand in NZ for them, they are now exported overseas. 😥. I used to buy them in Merivale when my girls were little some 50 years ago !! 😱 Someone suggested “ home kills”. I would really appreciate any suggestions. Many thanks.

142 days ago

Potential for ‘market town’ in Canterbury

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Kaiapoi has the potential to become a ‘‘market town’’, a local business leader says.

The company behind the Christchurch Night Market at Hornby Mall has applied for a resource consent to establish and operate a night market in Kaiapoi.

Now, … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Kaiapoi has the potential to become a ‘‘market town’’, a local business leader says.

The company behind the Christchurch Night Market at Hornby Mall has applied for a resource consent to establish and operate a night market in Kaiapoi.

Now, the Kaiapoi Promotions Association (KPA) hopes to see more markets in the future.

‘‘It is great that it is kicking off, we wish them every success,’’ acting chairperson Martin Pinkham said.

‘‘We always saw Kaiapoi as a market town and the retailers need something which draws people to the town.

‘‘The Lyttelton Farmers Market is great for Lyttelton and we would like to see something like that set up in Kaiapoi.

‘‘In the United Kingdom, the markets are big in towns of similar size to Kaiapoi.’’

Pinkham said KPA had made submissions to the Waimakariri District Council’s annual plan for several years advocating for a permanent site to be found to hold markets.

‘‘We would like to have a site which is easily accessible for people and could be used during the week.’’

The Kaiapoi Town Centre Development Plan, which was adopted in 2018, proposed a village green or market site, but a permanent site had yet to be found.

The weekly Kaiapoi Farmers’ Market is held on Saturday mornings on Charles St, opposite Kaiapoi New World, but the site is far from ideal, Pinkham said.

The annual Blackwells Fire and Ice Festival is held the Kaiapoi Club car park on Raven Quay on a Saturday evening to coincide with the Kaiapoi Art Expo in July.

Enterprise North Canterbury general manager Heather Warwick said Kaiapoi was becoming ‘‘a place of opportunities’’.

Projects such as a night market and the New Zealand Motorhome and Caravan Association’s park in the former red zone were helping to grow the town as a visitor attraction, she said.

The Waimakariri District Council granted a one-year licence to Market Investment Ltd in April to run a weekly night market in the Kaiapoi park and ride car park, next to New World.

Council staff will review the licence after six months to assess its impact on Kaiapoi’s existing hospitality businesses.

A resource consent application has since been received for a night market to be held on a Saturday or Sunday evening between 5pm and 10pm.

It is anticipated there would be up to 72 stalls, including mostly food trucks and stalls and some retail.

Live music would be played during the market.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

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141 days ago

Mirror Dresser

Natasha from Rangiora

Smoke free home. All drawers work well.
Length 1175mm
Depth 450mm
Height 1770mm
Couple of scratches as pictured.

Must be able to collect from Rangiora within 2 days.

Price: $150

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142 days ago

contact energy

Maria from Hurunui District

contact hav changed their website and no longer seem to hav a button for sending meter readings. How do u get hold of them . Any help gratefully received

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141 days ago

WINTER CLOTHING WANTED

Arthur from Rangiora

CITY MISSION OP SHOP RANGIORA. We need Winter donations of, Men's and Women's jackets, coats, woolen jerseys, hoodies, hats, children's winter jackets, also jeans, or any other good quality clothing. Please call or drop off donations at our shop behind New World in the Gables Arcade … View moreCITY MISSION OP SHOP RANGIORA. We need Winter donations of, Men's and Women's jackets, coats, woolen jerseys, hoodies, hats, children's winter jackets, also jeans, or any other good quality clothing. Please call or drop off donations at our shop behind New World in the Gables Arcade between Mon to Sat 10 am to 4 pm phone 03 313 50 27 .

141 days ago

PAINTING AND DECORATING

Enviro Painters Ltd

Winter is here and it is a great time to get all your interior painting and decorating projects sorted.
Get in touch with Andy and the friendly team

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141 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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142 days ago

‘Granny flat’ change comes with risks

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Proposed 'granny flat' legislation could help address housing demand in North Canterbury, but officials want safeguards against flooding and liquefaction risks.

The Hurunui District Council has questioned whether small homes are practical in … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Proposed 'granny flat' legislation could help address housing demand in North Canterbury, but officials want safeguards against flooding and liquefaction risks.

The Hurunui District Council has questioned whether small homes are practical in the windy region, while the Waimakariri District Council says the policy appears to be consistent with its proposed District Plan.

The Government is seeking feedback on a proposal to force councils to allow buildings of up to 60m2 in certain areas, without requiring a consent.

The proposal was announced by Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters and Housing Minister Chris Bishop last week.

It will amend the Building Act and the resource consent system to make it easier to build granny flats or other small structures up to 60m2, provided they met the building code.

Hurunui District Council building and property manager Kerry Walsh said given the majority of the district is above the high wind zone, the maximum allowed in the proposal, ‘‘granny flats’’ may not even be permitted.

The Hurunui District includes the growing town of Amberley and tourist hotspot, Hanmer Springs.

If granny flats were allowed, he said it could "double the number of houses connected to the council’s systems".

The council needed to consider a number of questions when offering feedback including: will there be enough checks and balances, and will local infrastructure have sufficient capacity to support the proposal.

Waimakariri District Council planning, regulation and environment general manager Kelly LaValley said the proposal has the potential to address housing demand in the area, which includes Rangiora.

‘‘It aligns with our District Plan that allows granny flats to be established without a resource consent, provided conditions are met.

‘‘It is also good to see that the proposal considers impacts to stormwater, servicing, and infrastructure funding.’’

But there needed to be safeguards included to mitigate the risks from liquefaction and flooding.

There will need to be a clearly defined method of determining if the granny flats comply with the Building Code.

The Kaikōura District Council has also been contacted for comment.
Consultation is open until August 12, with final policy decisions to be made later in 2024. They are expected to be in place by mid-2025.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

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142 days ago

Knee high leather boots

Pauline from Rangiora

9cm heel dark Grey colour full leather only worn a few times size 40 9 -9.5 good for a wider calve inside half zip happy for you to try on before buy excellent condition PM or text 0212095513 originally purchase price $199

Price: $75

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