Eyrewell Forest, West Eyreton

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2212 days ago

Fonterra Open Gates, free family day out

Fonterra Open Gates

Some Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.

It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and … View more
Some Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.

It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and sample our products, including our special edition Tip Top ice cream.

Book your free farm visit to secure your place and don't forget your gumboots! For more information visit Open Gates.
Find out more!

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2212 days ago

FREE RANGE EGGS

Karen from Rangiora

We will have Free Range eggs For Sale tomorrow
$5 Dozen
17 Tripoli St Rangiora

Proceeds going to Cat Care

10am - 12pm

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2212 days ago

Young rower takes out top honour at North Canterbury Sports Awards

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The best of North Canterbury's top sportsmen and women, coaches, administrators and volunteers have been celebrated at the 17th MainPower North Canterbury Sports Awards on Friday.

Congratulations to all the winners! Read more about them and see the full results by clicking on the link below.

2212 days ago

Work continues to reduce nitrate levels at Silverstream, near Kaiapoi

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Preliminary results have found water quality at a polluted North Canterbury stream may be improved by adding clean water.

Silverstream, a spring-fed lowland waterway near Kaiapoi, is the focus of ongoing efforts to improve water quality and reduce nitrate levels. In large quantities, nitrogen … View more
Preliminary results have found water quality at a polluted North Canterbury stream may be improved by adding clean water.

Silverstream, a spring-fed lowland waterway near Kaiapoi, is the focus of ongoing efforts to improve water quality and reduce nitrate levels. In large quantities, nitrogen becomes a pollutant and can suck the life from rivers, make drinking water unsafe to drink, and reach levels toxic to life.

ECan senior hydrogeologist Zeb Etheridge says initial results from the first eight weeks of a three-year are promising and their method of adding clean water to the affect waterway could be a real win-win for the environment and the economy.

2212 days ago

Help Tom Thank the Blind Foundation

The Team from Givealittle

Hi New Zealand,

This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.

94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to … View more
Hi New Zealand,

This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.

94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to this wonderful organisation through Givealittle!

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2212 days ago

Young Canterbury sports stars honoured at Zonta Sports Awards

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A girls' high school sevens team and a rowing eight beat out netballers, basketballers and footballers for the title of Canterbury's most outstanding young sports team at the 28th Zonta awards, held at the Hornby Working Men's Club on Thursday night.

The awards celebrate young … View more
A girls' high school sevens team and a rowing eight beat out netballers, basketballers and footballers for the title of Canterbury's most outstanding young sports team at the 28th Zonta awards, held at the Hornby Working Men's Club on Thursday night.

The awards celebrate young Cantabrians' sporting achievements and can herald the beginning of longstanding and highly successful international careers.

Click the link below for the full list of winners.

2213 days ago

Rolleston - fastest growing town in New Zealand

ABC Business Sales

Our vendor is seeking an experienced operator to be hands-on in this exciting new build childcare in Rolleston. This is a rare opportunity to walk into a purpose-built, top of the line development licensed for 150 children.

Rolleston is a constantly growing town 20 minutes south of Christchurch … View more
Our vendor is seeking an experienced operator to be hands-on in this exciting new build childcare in Rolleston. This is a rare opportunity to walk into a purpose-built, top of the line development licensed for 150 children.

Rolleston is a constantly growing town 20 minutes south of Christchurch and this centre is perfectly located a stones throw from the bustling new suburb of Faringdon.

This development will be one of the standout childcare facilities in the Canterbury Area. This is the next step for a successful childcare centre owner to expand their portfolio greatly.
Find out more!

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2213 days ago

Help needed to distribute nearly 2000 woolly hats to kids in need

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Philanthropic knitter Frances Ryman helps keep impoverished children warm, but has struck a problem – she has no-one to distribute her "lug-huggers" any more.

She's happy for the hats to go to any country as long as they are gifted to children in poor or impoverished … View more
Philanthropic knitter Frances Ryman helps keep impoverished children warm, but has struck a problem – she has no-one to distribute her "lug-huggers" any more.

She's happy for the hats to go to any country as long as they are gifted to children in poor or impoverished circumstances, charity hospitals, orphanages, or poor schools.

Anyone who is planning a trip overseas and would like to help can message the Northern Outlook on Neighbourly or email emma.dangerfield@stuff.co.nz

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2213 days ago

Check out the latest SuperSeniors newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.

In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.

In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose the right internet plan and we learn more about how to become a Dementia Friend.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view past editions go to www.superseniors.msd.govt.nz...

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2213 days ago

Poll: What are you handing out for Halloween this year?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Halloween is always associated with truckloads of candy! But this year it seems like things are changing and healthy snacks might be on the menu. Is this the case for you?

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What are you handing out for Halloween this year?
  • 25.1% Candy
    25.1% Complete
  • 3.2% Healthy snacks
    3.2% Complete
  • 71.1% Nothing
    71.1% Complete
  • 0.7% Homemade sweet treats
    0.7% Complete
1351 votes
2215 days ago

Poll: Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.

As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.

Have you got an opinion on the topic? Share your thoughts in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?
  • 45.2% Yes
    45.2% Complete
  • 54.8% No
    54.8% Complete
283 votes
2213 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Are your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this … View moreAre your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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2213 days ago

House sitter

Russel from Fernside

Looking for a house sitter
Would you be interested in a short term house sit - 13th to 24th December? If so, please contact us 03 312 0601. Thanks.

2214 days ago

First-time author Laura Melville sets quake-based novel in Kaiapoi

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Looking back over her newly-published work, first-time author Laura Melville admits she could have made things easier for herself.

"It would have been so much easier if it had been a [totally] fictionalised tale, but I didn't want to do that, I wanted to acknowledge this district, I … View more
Looking back over her newly-published work, first-time author Laura Melville admits she could have made things easier for herself.

"It would have been so much easier if it had been a [totally] fictionalised tale, but I didn't want to do that, I wanted to acknowledge this district, I wanted to reflect my love for the Waimakariri."

Bitter Business is available on Amazon and Kindle now. Find out more about the book and its creation by clicking the link below.

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2214 days ago

FOUND CAT

Karen from Rangiora

Young tabby cat found White St (North end) taken in after being baled up

by the local bully. Contact Cat Care on 021 149 9903 03 313 3851

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