Waikuku & Waikuku Beach, Waikuku

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2023 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

This Sunday, 17th March will be the last of the SUMMER market days BUT we will still be having the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET on the 3rd Sunday of the month until end of October and then back to SUMMER time markets from November.
Remember the market is at the BLAKE STREET car park from 9 am to 2 pm.
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This Sunday, 17th March will be the last of the SUMMER market days BUT we will still be having the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET on the 3rd Sunday of the month until end of October and then back to SUMMER time markets from November.
Remember the market is at the BLAKE STREET car park from 9 am to 2 pm.
We have a great team of stall holders with lots of great bargains for all from, garden tools, household items, lovely scented candles, soaps, health products, toys, bikes, plants, wood craft, shabby shic cushions, hand tools, tee shirts with interesting statements, children's and ladies clothing, a great variety of hats, jewellry, etc etc.
ALSO, for the children, THOMAS AND FRIENDS to drive on our children's layout in our club rooms next to the market.
BUT WAIT THERE IS MORE, for the first time we will be having a community information event. This Sunday we will have the FIRE SERVICE present with information about smoke alarms, fire prevention around the home and what type of fire extinguisher to use.
DON"T FORGET the great coffee at FOOLS OF DESIRE at the market end of Conway Lane.
We are also a SMOKE FREE MARKET all day. We are a healthy and friendly market.

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2024 days ago

Re-Sharing as still no luck!

Jen from Rangiora

Desperately wanted!

Myself, my 2 children, well behaved small dog and two outdoor cats are in desperate need of a 3bedroom, possibly even 2 bedroom, rental property in north Canterbury.

I will consider ANYTHING $400 and under as I only have 18 days left to be out of my current home.

I can pay … View more
Desperately wanted!

Myself, my 2 children, well behaved small dog and two outdoor cats are in desperate need of a 3bedroom, possibly even 2 bedroom, rental property in north Canterbury.

I will consider ANYTHING $400 and under as I only have 18 days left to be out of my current home.

I can pay a bond and give references

Any help would be greatly appreciated 🤷‍♀️

2028 days ago

Disgusting

Robyn from Woodend

This was posted on Face Book yesterday .I thought a wider audience needed to see this and see what our country is becoming.I do hope a news reporter picks up on this.

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2024 days ago

Christchurch Home Show

William from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

Be sure to head to the chch home show on the 22nd March!
There'll be plenty to see and do.
Check it out here; www.linkedin.com...

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2024 days ago

Finding friendship and support within the village

The Team from

Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe… View more
Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe the general atmosphere. Find out why Bill and Leonie from Jane Mander Retirement Village in Whangerei, found the support and care they needed from the village community.
Find out more

2025 days ago

Are you concerned about suicide in your community?

Evita from Kaiapoi

My husband has written a book on suicide prevention called 'Being a True Hero: Understanding and Preventing Suicide in Your Community'. This is a difficult topic but everyone needs to know about it. The book is not sad and depressing, it is filled with hope. It looks at the many causes of… View moreMy husband has written a book on suicide prevention called 'Being a True Hero: Understanding and Preventing Suicide in Your Community'. This is a difficult topic but everyone needs to know about it. The book is not sad and depressing, it is filled with hope. It looks at the many causes of suicide from depression, bullying, addiction, loneliness, psychosis, brain injuries, sleep deprivation and failure. It has been written in a way that everyone can easily understand it. It has been carefully researched to include the latest scientific information about how mental illness affects the brain.

The book's website has free talks about suicide prevention, www.beingatruehero.com...

Here are some of the reviews,

"An easy to read and thoroughly worthwhile book."
- Dr. Sue Bagshaw, Senior of Paediatrics at the Christchurch School of Medicine

"A beacon of hope to the community... Michael's thorough research is narrated with insightful reflections from practical experience... Highly recommended to those in the Health & Teaching Professions."
- Dr. Susan Maree Taylor, Rural GP

"Michael writes about mental illness and suicide with compassion and hope. His book is useful for people who have personal experience, the people who love them, and professionals who work in the field. It is serious, at times funny, and references up to date research."
- Kay O'Connor, PhD, Counsellor

"I recently asked a friend I was concerned about if he was suicidal, it turned out he was - and needed help. Without the information in this book I never would have had the confidence to do that. The material in this book could save many lives."
- Thomas Saywell, Youth Worker

The book is available on Amazon and Kindle or through the book's website www.beingatruehero.com...

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2026 days ago

Personal organisers can save you hours of futile sock-searching

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

She doesn't bless your belongings or thank your house, but Canterbury's answer to decluttering queen Marie Kondo can help make your life simpler.

Waimakariri's Juanita Kneale is a self-confessed organiser extraordinaire and loves nothing more than having everything in its rightful … View more
She doesn't bless your belongings or thank your house, but Canterbury's answer to decluttering queen Marie Kondo can help make your life simpler.

Waimakariri's Juanita Kneale is a self-confessed organiser extraordinaire and loves nothing more than having everything in its rightful place.

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2026 days ago

Coping strategies for earthquake-affected children

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The way you parent has little effect on post-traumatic stress your children may be experiencing, research shows.

University of Canterbury researcher Dr Kathleen Liberty says parenting styles account for about 2 to 5 per cent of the variance in childhood post-traumatic stress disorder.

This … View more
The way you parent has little effect on post-traumatic stress your children may be experiencing, research shows.

University of Canterbury researcher Dr Kathleen Liberty says parenting styles account for about 2 to 5 per cent of the variance in childhood post-traumatic stress disorder.

This knowledge should reassure parents who believe their children's trauma and anxiety arises from the stress the Canterbury earthquakes have placed on many families, and remind schools dealing with quake-affected children not to engage in "parent shaming", Liberty says.

2037 days ago

Cops armed after shoot-out

Anna Williams Reporter from The Press

Canterbury's top police boss has directed all frontline officers in the region to be armed after a street shoot-out.

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2027 days ago

Free Suffolk Ram

Vince from Hurunui District

This is BIG BOY. He is 8 yrs old and has served the girls faithfully. He love a nose rub, will eat from your hand and will follow a bucket of nuts.He is still lusting after the girls so he will provide good service to a new owner.
Txt me on 021 806043

Free

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2027 days ago

Hey Neighbourly family - we need your help!

The Team from KidsCan Charitable Trust

In our own backyard, our youngest kids are going without the basics. Unlike schools, early childhood centres don’t have a nationwide support programme. Children under 5 are at the most crucial age for brain development.

But KidsCan is helping. Since October they've been delivering five … View more
In our own backyard, our youngest kids are going without the basics. Unlike schools, early childhood centres don’t have a nationwide support programme. Children under 5 are at the most crucial age for brain development.

But KidsCan is helping. Since October they've been delivering five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood centres, and kitting out kids with new raincoats and shoes. They want to extend the programme, so no one misses out on learning.

KidsCan, Neighbourly and Stuff have partnered up to raise enough money to feed and clothe 1000 more children under five. To support a child, sign up at KidsCan.org.nz.
Donate now

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2028 days ago

Which of these is New Zealand's Loveliest Letterbox?

Resene

Thank you New Zealand! We had hundreds of wonderful entries for the very first Resene Loveliest Letterbox competition...but we now need your help to decide our four winners.

Four wonderful neighbours who submitted these entries will win a $500 prize - a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene … View more
Thank you New Zealand! We had hundreds of wonderful entries for the very first Resene Loveliest Letterbox competition...but we now need your help to decide our four winners.

Four wonderful neighbours who submitted these entries will win a $500 prize - a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene voucher - and so will the owner of the letterbox! Please help us decide our winners.

Tell is which letterbox is your favourite. CLICK HERE to vote now!
Vote now

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2029 days ago

Harcourts Foundation

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd

Royal New Zealand Plunket Trust builds and supports families where children are loved and nurtured in a positive environment.

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd is proud to support Royal New Zealand Plunket Trust with a donation through the Harcourts Foundation, which will provide education … View more
Royal New Zealand Plunket Trust builds and supports families where children are loved and nurtured in a positive environment.

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd is proud to support Royal New Zealand Plunket Trust with a donation through the Harcourts Foundation, which will provide education for families in the Waimakariri area.

No matter what the cause, the Harcourts Foundation provides support to hundreds of organisations, enriching the lives of thousands of people in our communities.

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2029 days ago

APPLES; pick your own

Tony from Loburn

Now open for season. "Pick Your Own" apples. Red Pippin ready. Please bring bags.

Negotiable

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