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2629 days ago

Scrapbookers Shop and Crop Day this Saturday 9 Sept

Sarah from Swannanoa - Ohoka

My very good friend Joanne from Embellish It, Timaru is bringing her shop to Christchurch this Saturday 9th September, for a crop day
9:00am to 6:00pm.
Location Waitakiri School Hall, 170 Burwood Road.

If you would like to join us for the day of crafting, bring your scrap projects to do, … View more
My very good friend Joanne from Embellish It, Timaru is bringing her shop to Christchurch this Saturday 9th September, for a crop day
9:00am to 6:00pm.
Location Waitakiri School Hall, 170 Burwood Road.

If you would like to join us for the day of crafting, bring your scrap projects to do, get in touch to book with Embellish It on the facebook page,

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or email Joanne on Sales@embellishit.co.nz

Cost is $20.00 which includes morning & afternoon tea.
The entire shop will be set up with latest papers, tools, paints and all sorts of goodies so if you don't want to crop but would just like to pop in for a browse and some shopping we'd love to see you too.

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2629 days ago

Canterbury Spring Rural Comment

Spring rolls along, summer is now in sight, and the election has happened. Despite any changes resulting from the election, on the land it’s business as usual, with the full range of various spring activities in full swing.

Dairy – continuing to hold steady and with some prospect of gain. … View more
Spring rolls along, summer is now in sight, and the election has happened. Despite any changes resulting from the election, on the land it’s business as usual, with the full range of various spring activities in full swing.

Dairy – continuing to hold steady and with some prospect of gain. The political “hot potato” of dairy expansion and water continues to be aired in many cases by biased and ill-informed opponents.
Sheep - The outlook for Lamb is being talked up at the moment. What the long-term outlook is, with the Brexit & the Korean issues, becomes anyone’s guess. These issues could effect the whole economy, and more.
Beef – The market has dipped below the 5 year average for US Bull beef. The live market still appears strong, although the margin for growers who paid high prices for calves in the Autumn may be slim.
Deer - Venison is looking good with prices up on last year, at an all time high. With deer numbers at an all time low, those that have “hung in” and persevered are receiving the benefits.
Wool - is very much a mixed bag. Merino is again on a bit of a roll. Probably not to the levels we have sometimes seen in the past, but hopefully they are at sustainable prices and will stay that way, How crossbred farmers can have long term confidence in wool is doubtful. Stronger wools are having major problems, poorly prepared wools being almost impossible to sell. Mid micron wools are strong and the contracts available seem to be underpinning the market here.
Wine Industry – continues to show steady growth in exports - $1.629 billion to March 2017 - with strong demand for land in Marlborough continuing. Sales of land elsewhere in NZ also happening and new entrants to the market also active. Expansion still occurring in terms of increasing vineyard area.
Kiwifruit – in a strong position with interest and demand steady. Growth in exports continues with sales of $1.67 billion to June 2016.
Manuka Honey – some ripples in the industry and the manuka Definition/testing arguments are not helping. Growth in the industry continues with both numbers of beekeepers and bee hives increasing. After the poor honey flow last year, apiarists are hoping for a decent crop this year.
Timber - is holding the strength it has gained over recent months. Long may it last. At a recent Forestry Real estate seminar recently attended there are predictions of a shortfall in 25 years so planting now is predicted by the experts to be a good investment. Harcourts has formed some strong relationships in the forestry industry and is growing the strength of marketing of this sector of the Real Estate market.
Andy Nurse (021 437 143) Bill Dowle (029 358 3175)
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Harcourts Twiss-Keir Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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2629 days ago

new fire boxes

Chris from Kaiapoi

Like a lot of folks we are being forced to put in a new fire box.. was wondering what folks think about different brands,, have heard alot of chatter about people being disappointed with the amount of heat and extra wood they have to use with the new ones..any feed back be great Thanks

2642 days ago

Poll: The plastic bag

Reporter Northern Outlook

How do you feel about the single use plastic bag?

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The plastic bag
  • 57.7% It should be banned altogether
    57.7% Complete
  • 12.8% Supermarkets should charge a mandatory levy
    12.8% Complete
  • 29.5% I'm happy with the way it is
    29.5% Complete
281 votes
2629 days ago

Poll: Mahuru Māori: what does mana mean?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Northern Outlook

Morena.
Here's our fourth challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week - we'll be running these over the weekend as well, so only toru more to go.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean … View more
Morena.
Here's our fourth challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week - we'll be running these over the weekend as well, so only toru more to go.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after you've guessed!

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Mahuru Māori: what does mana mean?
  • 18.4% Power, physical strength
    18.4% Complete
  • 8.2% Love, affection
    8.2% Complete
  • 12.2% Hope, optimism
    12.2% Complete
  • 61.2% Prestige, great authority
    61.2% Complete
49 votes
2629 days ago

Home Based Business

Lauren from Kaiapoi

I’m looking for people who would you like to work from home.
Have the flexibility to work around children and family commitments.
Grow a business from home recommending health and wellness products.
Full training and support given.
Ph 027 699 3804

2633 days ago

2 x punch bowls with lots of small punch cups

Wendi & Russell from Kaiapoi

These are in really great condition which you will see but they were purchased for a function and now function is over no more need for them. Great for birthday parties etc.

Price: $50

2630 days ago

Poll: Mahuru Māori: what does taonga mean?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Northern Outlook

Morena.
Here's our third challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after … View more
Morena.
Here's our third challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after you've guessed!

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Mahuru Māori: what does taonga mean?
  • 12.5% A fearless warrior
    12.5% Complete
  • 64.6% A highly prized resource or object
    64.6% Complete
  • 4.2% An ancient fable or story
    4.2% Complete
  • 18.8% An artifact from long ago
    18.8% Complete
48 votes
2630 days ago

How much do our customers save?

Electric from Auckland Central

Hey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power … View moreHey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company?

Want to know what you could save? Head to our online calculator.
Find out more

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2630 days ago

Invitation to MoneyMates workshops

Sharon Grant from

Our 1st workshop was well attended and hopefully gave everyone food for thought. Next week's challenge is to "Create a Budget". We look forward to you joining us!

MM flyer invite Neighbourly Sep17.pdf Download View

2631 days ago

WANTED second hand carpet

Jackie from Rangiora

Looking to buy second hand carpet for 2 bedroom house.
Lounge 4 x 6.5m
Bedroom 4 x 4.5m
Bedroom 3 x 3m
Hall 2.5 x 1.2
If anyone is recarpeting and wants to sell. Will consider any colour. Can pickup this weekend.
Phone or txt and I can ring you back 021 170 9076. Thankyou.

2631 days ago

The Farming Fast Five: Winton Dalley

Jonathan Leask Reporter from Northern Outlook

Proud to be a Farmer's asks farming identities five quick questions about what agriculture means to them.
Here is what Hurunui District Mayor and Proud Farmer Winton Dalley had to say:

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2631 days ago

Waimak Sailing Club opens 90th season

Jonathan Leask Reporter from Northern Outlook

The Waimakariri Sailing Club has opened their 90th season on the Waimakariri River.
Have thought about giving sailing a go?

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