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A very big Thank You to Prue who has kindly donated 6 balls of wool that will be knitted up and sent to Ukraine. If anyone else has pure wool in Double Knit (DK) at least 2 balls of the same colour for the smaller baby set, 3 balls for the bigger sets, (jacket and matching hat), with one of them … View moreA very big Thank You to Prue who has kindly donated 6 balls of wool that will be knitted up and sent to Ukraine. If anyone else has pure wool in Double Knit (DK) at least 2 balls of the same colour for the smaller baby set, 3 balls for the bigger sets, (jacket and matching hat), with one of them having a ballband we would welcome them with open arms. Contact Marianne on 03 313 3003 or 0274494418. Thank you
From reporter Tatiana Gibbs:
What first started out as sharing a 1st XI rugby photo from the 80s, has turned into a project that’s documented a rural Canterbury school’s 127-year history.
It’s been three decades since Verdon Kelliher was a pupil at Amuri Area School in Culverden, and he… View moreFrom reporter Tatiana Gibbs:
What first started out as sharing a 1st XI rugby photo from the 80s, has turned into a project that’s documented a rural Canterbury school’s 127-year history.
It’s been three decades since Verdon Kelliher was a pupil at Amuri Area School in Culverden, and he has now created an alumni Facebook page for ex-pupils and teachers of the school to take a walk down memory lane.
In the six months since the page's creation, it’s collected more than 800 members and shared 8000 images of class photos and copies of annual school magazines and newsletters.
Kelliher, 54, who now lives in Auckland, said the page came about by accident, after sharing an old rugby photo to social media that jogged a few memories.
“There was a bunch of banter and chat about how awesome we were back in the day, and it brought people together, and I started chatting away to people I hadn't talked to in years,” he said.
The page was initially going to be “something small”, but after discovering the school was ticking over the 125-year mark, it became a project.
“It’s been really gratifying, not only myself connecting with schoolmates but seeing other people connect … like people that went to school together in the 60s. It’s amazing to watch them rekindle their friendships.”
The result is essentially a library of images that maps out the school's 127-year history. Two school photo businesses, Camera & Digital and Fotographix, gave a “massive effort” by going through old rolls of film and digging up historic images.
The Amuri Area School Alumni group also rummaged up all but three year’s copies of the school’s annual magazine, Amurian, since it started in the 60s.
The rural school caters for primary and secondary ages, and currently has a roll of about 350 students. The roll has almost tripled from when Kelliher was one of 130 students.
It’s an innovative and fitting way to celebrate the school’s tenure after Covid disrupted plans to celebrate the big 125th anniversary two years ago.
Principal Matt Barlow joined the school in the fourth term last year, and said it was a “cool initiative” to help reconnect those who may not have been able to attend an in-person reunion.
“It's great to be a part of a community like this, and it’s an active community. That’s why this group has really taken off [because] people have a real connection to the area and the history in the area,” Barlow said.
“It’s been quite cool to see.”
The page also had a spreadsheet detailing the different jobs alumni have landed all over the world, and Kelliher hoped current and future students were inspired by it.
Skyhawk pilot, trainer driver, tour guide, dairy farmer, librarian, speech-language therapist, are just some of the many roles past pupils have shared.
“I’ve come to really realise that going to Amuri was a big advantage for me, that allowed me to be open to a lot of different things, be diverse, well-rounded,” Kelliher said.
He hoped to continue growing the page for the next generation of pupils to join, and was working with Barlow to organise an in-person reunion later this year.
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The Waimakariri Sailing Club (WSC) is gearing up for SailGP to hit Lyttelton with a few events in the lead-up.
As part of getting local fans closer to the SailGP teams, each local sailing club has been adopted by a SailGP team and their environmental impact league partners.
The WSC has been… View moreThe Waimakariri Sailing Club (WSC) is gearing up for SailGP to hit Lyttelton with a few events in the lead-up.
As part of getting local fans closer to the SailGP teams, each local sailing club has been adopted by a SailGP team and their environmental impact league partners.
The WSC has been adopted by the Canadian SailGP and its impact league partner, Ocean Wise.
"The SailGP is the epitome of yacht racing on the edge," WSC Commodore Sam Jones said.
"With nine teams racing at speeds of almost 100kph around a tight course on foils is exciting, heart stopping and so good to watch. Every team wants to win so they throw everything at it, and Lyttelton is such a great amphitheatre to hold such a great event."
SailGP isn't all about racing - it's also about local inclusion, community events, inspiring young people and environmental sustainability, which the North Canterbury community can be part of. Other community partners will be involved, including the North Canterbury Coast Guard.
On Sunday (March 12), the WSC will host Ocean Wise in a shoreline rubbish collection from Kairaki Beach north up to Waikuku, and the banks of the Waimakariri River. They will also work with the Te Kōhaka o Tūhaitara Trust to plant as many trees as possible along the coastal pathway near where fire destroyed a large section in November last year.
"We need people, as many people as we can get," Jones said.
"We want everyone who can to join us to look after our backyard and bring awareness to why our environment is so important - it will be a lot of fun and something different to do."
The event starts at 11am at the Waimakariri Sailing Club, 65 Featherston Ave, Kairaki Beach.
"We will bring all of the rubbish we collect back to the sailing club for Ocean Wise to sort and recycle."
A sausage sizzle will be held at the end of the event to thank those who helped.
The WSC will also host the Canadian SailGP team at 6.30pm on Thursday March 16 for a meet and greet, and people will be able to join club members on March 18 and 19 to watch the racing on the big screen.
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It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?
Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the … View moreIt's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?
Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards including a incredible package worth $10,000. Just share a few words about why they make your community a better place to live.
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With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other … View moreWith universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other vital skills do you think are at risk of being lost?
Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column in the local paper - write NFP if you want your comments excluded.
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Dear Neighbours, I need help. I have organised knitting to go to Ukraine and have used up my considerable stash, but I am now very short on pure DK wool. Can you help me. I need at least 3 balls of unused wool with at least 1 complete ball band. The care instructions on the ball band will be … View moreDear Neighbours, I need help. I have organised knitting to go to Ukraine and have used up my considerable stash, but I am now very short on pure DK wool. Can you help me. I need at least 3 balls of unused wool with at least 1 complete ball band. The care instructions on the ball band will be translated hence the need for them. I prefer not to have any acrylic or cotton etc. Contact me on 0274494418. Thank you in advance. Marianne
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Support is available for migrants in the Hurunui district.
The Hurunui District Council launched its Welcoming Communities initiative last year, and has formed an advisory group to identify any gaps in support.
The advisory group has brought together… View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Support is available for migrants in the Hurunui district.
The Hurunui District Council launched its Welcoming Communities initiative last year, and has formed an advisory group to identify any gaps in support.
The advisory group has brought together local migrants and stakeholders, including employers, schools and medical centres.
The council received funding from Immigration New Zealand’s Welcoming Communities Programme, Te Waharoa ki ngā Hapori, last year.
‘‘We will have a proper ceremony later this year to promote our intentions and what we hope to achieve,’’ Welcoming Communities facilitator Natalie Paterson said.
‘‘We are doing a bit of a stocktake on what is already happening throughout the Hurunui.
‘‘There’s pockets of wonderful things happening, so it is about identifying any gaps and putting together a welcoming plan.’’
The welcoming plan would include a welcome pack providing information about the district, how to enrol at a medical centre or school, and local services.
Paterson said she would take some inspiration from the migrant initiatives development by the Waimakariri District Council’s community team, where she previously worked.
‘‘The welcome pack will detail all the things they might need to know about settling in the Hurunui, things which we might take for granted.
‘‘We are working with our stakeholders to break those barriers.’’
Language could be a major barrier for new migrants, as well as social isolation.
One initiative which was making a difference was the Amuri Community Health Centre employing a Filipino migrant as an advocate.
The local Filipino community also organised a basketball tournament last year, with a Filipino fiesta held on the final night.
‘‘Basketball is such a great way to bring Filipino people together and there was so much food [at the fiesta],’’ Paterson said. ‘‘They have such a hospitable and generous culture.’’
She said there were pockets of migrants throughout the district working on dairy farms, vineyards, in the health sector and for various local businesses.
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Firewood. 70% Pine & 30% poplar. (4mtres) Can stack in wood shed for a extra $30.
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Farmertec ms660 powerhead .This is a aftermarket stihl ms660 with hyway parts and genuine parts fitted Comes with a high output oiler .Perfect for 30" + bars . 56mm bore = 98.5cc up from 91cc.
New Hyway parts New 56mm pop up piston New duel port magnum … View moreDescription Brand New
Farmertec ms660 powerhead .This is a aftermarket stihl ms660 with hyway parts and genuine parts fitted Comes with a high output oiler .Perfect for 30" + bars . 56mm bore = 98.5cc up from 91cc.
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farmertec HD sprocket cover
The chainsaw runs and idles as it should with excellent compression . Powerhead only. (does not come with bar and chain)
All parts are compatible with stihl ms660
Optional Extras are a Stihl 20inch Bar, Stihl 20inch chisel chain along with two hard hats with one of the hard hats has ear muff.
These item's can be discussed with whoever buys the chainsaw.
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