Waikuku & Waikuku Beach, Waikuku

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Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2643 days ago

Quiz night helps SPCA with overheads including food, vaccinations and court costs

Reporter Northern Outlook

Do you know how much it costs to keep the Canterbury SPCA going?
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2643 days ago

Neat places

Jonathan Leask Reporter from Northern Outlook

North Canterbury has plenty of neat spots to stop for a bite on your weekend road trip.
Which is your favourite destination, and why?

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2643 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View more
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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2646 days ago

Mocka High Chair ( NOW SOLD)

Josh from Kaiapoi

Like new black Mocka high chair.  Comes with padding.  This was hardly used as was only used at grandparent's house.  We found these chairs excellent as your child gets to sit at same height as us up at the dining table.  These were $150 new still for sale will take $40 now thanks

Price: $40

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2662 days ago

Toilets not designed to take false teeth, nappies or clothing

Reporter Northern Outlook

False teeth, nappies, underwear and cutlery are just some of the items being dredged out of Hurunui's wastewater systems at a huge cost to the ratepayer.

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2644 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
2644 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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2645 days ago

Gardening Services

Brian Farrant from 'That Guy' Gardening and Home Services

It's 10 days until Spring is finally here! Soon you'll be spending a lot more time outdoors.. let me get your garden/section and lawns ready for the new season! Please call/text or email me for a free quote. Brian 0274857373 or farrantb50@gmail.com

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2652 days ago

Poll: Election issues

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Northern Outlook

As part of our election coverage, we're going to be talking to the local candidates about their position on three specific issues - and we need your help. What is the number one issue for you this election? What would swing your vote? Pick one of the below, or add your own in the comments … View moreAs part of our election coverage, we're going to be talking to the local candidates about their position on three specific issues - and we need your help. What is the number one issue for you this election? What would swing your vote? Pick one of the below, or add your own in the comments below and we'll put the most popular ones to the candidates.

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Election issues
  • 23.2% Health
    23.2% Complete
  • 10.7% Housing
    10.7% Complete
  • 12.5% Education
    12.5% Complete
  • 14.3% Water
    14.3% Complete
  • 3.6% The economy
    3.6% Complete
  • 7.1% Poverty
    7.1% Complete
  • 14.3% Climate change / the environment
    14.3% Complete
  • 1.8% Leadership
    1.8% Complete
  • 12.5% Aging population
    12.5% Complete
56 votes
2648 days ago

Hurunui ratepayers look for alternative options to permanent chlorination

Reporter Northern Outlook

How would you feel about having chlorine permanently added to your water?

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2647 days ago

Hurunui crowned North Canterbury premier netball champions

Jonathan Leask Reporter from Northern Outlook

Hurunui claimed the premier title with a 63-50 win over Halswell Rugby League Club at Rangiora New Life on Thursday night.

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2650 days ago

No more FastPost

Reporter Northern Outlook

NZ Post has just announced that it will be doing away with FastPost from January 1 next year, saying that only 1% of all mail is currently send this way. Do you use FastPost? Will you miss it? Mail continues to decline overall - is this something we should be worried about? How often do you post … View moreNZ Post has just announced that it will be doing away with FastPost from January 1 next year, saying that only 1% of all mail is currently send this way. Do you use FastPost? Will you miss it? Mail continues to decline overall - is this something we should be worried about? How often do you post things and what are you mailing?
*NOTE* Comments may be used in the Northern Outlook conversations page unless otherwise indicated. If you don't wish your comments to appear in print, please include NFP on your comment.

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2645 days ago

Dragon Boating 2017

Jennie from Kaiapoi

First regatta for Dragon Boating 2017 is called The Polar Blast. And far out was it freezing!!! (Special mention to the rain gods for holding out til we finished)
Great to see so many crazies out at Lake Rua. Big Ups to Aoraki for the set up and thank you for the awesome competition!
The results:… View more
First regatta for Dragon Boating 2017 is called The Polar Blast. And far out was it freezing!!! (Special mention to the rain gods for holding out til we finished)
Great to see so many crazies out at Lake Rua. Big Ups to Aoraki for the set up and thank you for the awesome competition!
The results:
1st = Tu Meke Blue and Beca.
2nd = Ridge Riders and Sampan.
3rd = Tu Meke White and Waimak Attack.
Exciting season shaping up ;-)

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2647 days ago

Warehouse support of orangutans

Catharine from Rangiora

Sorry to burst everyone's bubble but if you check food products available at The Warehouse you will find they contain palm oil. The razing of orangutan habitat in order to plant palm plantations is a significant cause of orangutan numbers seriously declining. Please Warehouse, palm oil is … View moreSorry to burst everyone's bubble but if you check food products available at The Warehouse you will find they contain palm oil. The razing of orangutan habitat in order to plant palm plantations is a significant cause of orangutan numbers seriously declining. Please Warehouse, palm oil is not a bargain.

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