Waikuku & Waikuku Beach, Waikuku

2029 days ago

Health Warning – Algal Bloom in Otukaikino/Waimakariri

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Community and Public Health team from Canterbury District Health Board have issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae (benthic cyanobacteria) were found in the Otukaikino/Waimakariri confluence near the SH1 and Main North Road bridges.

People and animals, particularly … View more
The Community and Public Health team from Canterbury District Health Board have issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae (benthic cyanobacteria) were found in the Otukaikino/Waimakariri confluence near the SH1 and Main North Road bridges.

People and animals, particularly dogs, should avoid the area of the Waimakariri River near SH1 and Main North Road bridges until the health warning has been lifted.

Dr Alistair Humphrey, Canterbury Medical Officer of Health, says the algae look like dark brown to black mats and can produce toxins harmful to people and animals.

“Exposure may cause skin rashes, nausea, stomach cramps, tingling and numbness around the mouth and fingertips,” Dr Humphrey says.

“If you experience any of these symptoms, visit your doctor immediately, also let your doctor know if you’ve had contact with dark brown/black algal mats or water in this area.” Read more here

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2051 days ago

Grab a Team - It's Quiz Night!

Silverstream Subdivision

The Silverstream Quiz Night is a great night - and now has a monthly slot! Grab a team, come down & support local & enjoy a fun night out!

Here is the low-down:

* The teams can be between 4-8 people
* $10 per team to help towards costs of the quiz and quiz master
* Payment on the night to… View more
The Silverstream Quiz Night is a great night - and now has a monthly slot! Grab a team, come down & support local & enjoy a fun night out!

Here is the low-down:

* The teams can be between 4-8 people
* $10 per team to help towards costs of the quiz and quiz master
* Payment on the night to the social club (please don't make them ask for the money - just make yourself known to the social club team at the door).

Please reserve your table at: silverstreamsocialclub@gmail.com

The details we need are:
Team Name
Contact Name
Contact Phone
Contact Email
Team size
Teams are limited to 17 so please let us know as soon as possible.
Thanks from your trusty Silverstream social club, the Sales office and Urban Revival.

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2033 days ago

Teenager behind cow sanctuary wants people to see the animals for more than meat

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A philanthropic teenager who has devoted her life to rescuing cows has saved hundreds from slaughter on her own dime.

Jasmine Hubber, 19, runs a not-for-profit cow rescue and sanctuary near her rural home of Cust, 40 kilometres north of Christchurch.

"[Cows] are so much like us — they feel… View more
A philanthropic teenager who has devoted her life to rescuing cows has saved hundreds from slaughter on her own dime.

Jasmine Hubber, 19, runs a not-for-profit cow rescue and sanctuary near her rural home of Cust, 40 kilometres north of Christchurch.

"[Cows] are so much like us — they feel happiness, sadness, loneliness, fear and love," she said. "They make friends, enemies, and mourn the loss of their loved ones just like us, yet they are one of the most exploited creatures on earth," she says.

2032 days ago

A little movement can really help

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed … View moreIf you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed especially for those over 65.

They're fun, social and affordable. Visit livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
Learn more

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2050 days ago

WANTED OLD FASHIONED WORKING TWIN TUB WASHING MACHINE

Sandi from Hurunui District

Does anyone have an old F & P TWIN tub washing machine ( or similar)that I can buy please? My neighbour takes all the water for irrigation and leaves us without enough to make a cuppa sometimes so I had to sell my brand new state of the art automatic washer as it used too much water that we … View moreDoes anyone have an old F & P TWIN tub washing machine ( or similar)that I can buy please? My neighbour takes all the water for irrigation and leaves us without enough to make a cuppa sometimes so I had to sell my brand new state of the art automatic washer as it used too much water that we didnt have. I bought a new ( Chinese) twin tub but its fallen apart not up to the job (but better than a rock in a river I suppose in China) so I am wanting to buy an old NZ made one that actually works rather than this new one that just drains all the water out of the washer part every time you spin anything. Its a fault and Haier want more than I paid to fix it so hence the search for an " oldie but goodie" to save the day where I can do the washing in two bowl fulls rather than hundreds of litres ( and hours) with a smart modern one as they are no good as they detect not enough water comng in and shut down and I would come back an hour later expecting it to be done to find it not even started. This hot dry period means I have to use just the two washing up bowl fulls again and I just lost that as this machine's faulty action spun all the water out of the washer instead of the spinner. I curse my damned neighbour everytime I have to do the washing by hand Grrrr!! Can anyone help please?

2033 days ago

Martial Arts

Connor from Loburn

Hi
CME Active martial arts club 033128751
612 Loburn Whiterock road North Loburn
Martial arts classes all ages on Mondays and Wednesday's
Kids 4-4:45pm, Teens 6:15-7pm, Adults 7-8:30pm
First 2 class free

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2035 days ago

Two free tickets to Selwyn Sounds Music Festival- Saturday 2 March

Robin from Kaiapoi

Unable to go- two free tickets- call Robin 0211552968.

2034 days ago

holiday houses

Raylene from Rangiora

can anyone recommend a good website for renting baches e.g diamond harbour by two mature people. No dates in mind at the moment but all the websites I have been to recently just show really expensive ones to rent. Thanks in advance.....

2033 days ago

Need finance to grow your business?

Prospa

Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or … View more
Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or weekly) over terms from 3 to 24 months, and no security is required to access up to $100,000. Apply in 10 minutes and you could have the funds in 24-48 hours for whatever your business needs. Visit prospa.co.nz or call 0800 005 797 to apply.

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2035 days ago

Help needed please

Maria from Kaiapoi

As we receive many wonderful donations for toddler bundles, our need for storage containers continues to grow as well.
We are in urgent need of large or small containers to house all of the donations until they are sorted and given away to families in need.
There are drop off locations throughout… View more
As we receive many wonderful donations for toddler bundles, our need for storage containers continues to grow as well.
We are in urgent need of large or small containers to house all of the donations until they are sorted and given away to families in need.
There are drop off locations throughout Christchurch, as well as Kaiapoi and Rangiora.
If you can help please pop us a message at It Takes a Village Hub, New Zealand. Feel free to share this post around if you know anyone else that might be able to help us out.

Thanks

The ITAV Team

#ittakesavillage #itav
#charity #RAOK #kindness #giving #NewZealand
#donate #payingitforward #babybundles #toddlerbundles #help #support
#mentalhealth

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2034 days ago

Teaching that changes us all

The Team from Ministry of Education

All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the … View more
All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the whole country. And because entering means sharing their achievements, other teachers can follow in their footsteps.

Be inspired by what teams at schools, kura and early learning services are doing for our children and young people – watch the videos now.

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2036 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

Again this Sunday 3rd March, the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on at the Blake street car park from 9 am to 2 pm. FREE ENTRY ALL DAY as usual. Some new stalls. Lots of great bargains for all from, swan plants for those hungry monarch caterpillars, health products, vegies, soaps, books, toys, bikes, … View moreAgain this Sunday 3rd March, the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on at the Blake street car park from 9 am to 2 pm. FREE ENTRY ALL DAY as usual. Some new stalls. Lots of great bargains for all from, swan plants for those hungry monarch caterpillars, health products, vegies, soaps, books, toys, bikes, fishing rods, garden tools, plants, household items, woodcraft, painted plant pots, sun hats for the hot weather, clothing, tee shirts with interesting words on them etc etc. And for the young children, THOMAS AND FRIENDS in our clubrooms beside the market to drive and also RANGI Rangiora's friend of THOMAS. Children can sit in Rangi and have their photo taken. Don't forget the great coffee at FOOLS OF DESIRE by the market at the end of Conway Lane. Check out their beehive while waiting for your coffee.

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