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With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!
You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices.… View moreWith spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!
You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices. You could grow a few veggies, fruit trees or even some windowsill herbs – all are a small step to living more sustainably, while saving a little money! Check out 7 ways to garden greener with The Warehouse.
These amazing community gardeners are finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about their great work (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!
Wendy Zhou is one of the finalists for the 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about her (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!
Major disruptions will occur to Greater Christchurch bus services on Thursday 27 October.
From 9am to 3pm there will be changes to the bus schedule for both bus operators as Amalgamated Workers Union NZ (AWUNZ) will be holding a stop-work meeting. Most services will not be operating from … View moreMajor disruptions will occur to Greater Christchurch bus services on Thursday 27 October.
From 9am to 3pm there will be changes to the bus schedule for both bus operators as Amalgamated Workers Union NZ (AWUNZ) will be holding a stop-work meeting. Most services will not be operating from 11am-1pm that day.
What you need to know:
- Services are likely to be impacted from 9am as buses start to come off route and some trips may end at the bus interchange
- All services are expected to be operating as normal by 3pm including the regular school services.
Environment Canterbury apologises for the inconvenience and recommends to plan ahead if travelling via public transport on this day. Public transport users are encouraged to check Metro Go for the latest updates.
She is one of the five finalists for the 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about her (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!
Missing from Mandeville Sports Ground on Saturday, young Schipperke dog, male, ran off after a fright. Size about 30cm at shoulder, thick black coat, erect ears and bushy tail. Last seen Sunday evening in vicinity McHarg's Road/Tram Road. Could be hiding on rural property. If seen, best not… View moreMissing from Mandeville Sports Ground on Saturday, young Schipperke dog, male, ran off after a fright. Size about 30cm at shoulder, thick black coat, erect ears and bushy tail. Last seen Sunday evening in vicinity McHarg's Road/Tram Road. Could be hiding on rural property. If seen, best not approached, but phone owner 021 618 686
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Could anyone please point me in the right direction of contact details for any local social badminton clubs? Online it is hard to find information. Thank you! :-)
We live and work right here in Whāingaroa Raglan, a really awesome neighbourhood and part of Aotearoa. Here at Raglan Food Co we’ve been lifting the vibe on plant-based eating, creating delicious dairy-free alternatives for nearly 8 years. Perhaps you’ve tried our tasty coconut yoghurts or … View moreWe live and work right here in Whāingaroa Raglan, a really awesome neighbourhood and part of Aotearoa. Here at Raglan Food Co we’ve been lifting the vibe on plant-based eating, creating delicious dairy-free alternatives for nearly 8 years. Perhaps you’ve tried our tasty coconut yoghurts or gut-loving kefir?
We want to share a slice of our paradise with you, so to win a Raglan getaway for you and three friends or family members simply head over to www.raglanfoodco.com to enter.
Free Firewood 8 kms NW of Hawarden. BRING OWN CHAINSAW trailer and muscle these are large trunks 1 metre wide 2, 3 and 4 metres long. Ready to burn plus some willow trunks already on the ground. I can load with FEL onto your trailer once cut into rings. Dry acess but as wood heavy 4WD recommended … View moreFree Firewood 8 kms NW of Hawarden. BRING OWN CHAINSAW trailer and muscle these are large trunks 1 metre wide 2, 3 and 4 metres long. Ready to burn plus some willow trunks already on the ground. I can load with FEL onto your trailer once cut into rings. Dry acess but as wood heavy 4WD recommended ( for the high clearance really) as short incline that 2 WD may have issue getting up with a 2 WD but we can tow you if necessary !!! There is also a very old willow tree ( 150 years) with many branches dead that can be cleared up too. Please e mail spcooke@amuri.net. All we ask is the small stuff you dont want you put on our trailer for the bonfire pile
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Tom Davies is living the good life in Hanmer Springs.
He is one of two new Hurunui district councillors in the west ward who were elected unopposed.
The other new councillor is Dave Hislop, of Medbury Farm, joining sitting councillors Karen Armstrong… View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Tom Davies is living the good life in Hanmer Springs.
He is one of two new Hurunui district councillors in the west ward who were elected unopposed.
The other new councillor is Dave Hislop, of Medbury Farm, joining sitting councillors Karen Armstrong and Ross Barnes.
Davies said he was approached by local residents to offer ‘‘a voice for Hanmer Springs’’, after sitting councillor Mary Holloway announced her retirement.
‘‘I’m really excited because the people of Hanmer contacted me sometime back. They had done their homework and were prepared to back me.’’
Originally from south England, Davies and his wife, Lorna, (both pictured) migrated to Christchurch in 2005.
They soon fell in love with Hanmer Springs and purchased a holiday home six years ago.
After their visits increased from monthly to weekly, the couple decided to settle permanently during lockdown in 2020.
He said high speed internet had made the move possible.
Davies offers online lessons to Chinese teachers on modern ways of teaching maths. He also teaches part-time at Hanmer Springs School.
He was keen to develop the district’s mountain bike network, promote public transport and upgrade community facilities, including Queen Mary Hospital.
‘‘I would like to have some iconic trails. We are starting to develop a mountain bike network in Hanmer, so there are opportunities to link it with Amberley and Kaikōura.’’
Public transport could be as simple as community cars, a service already offered in Hanmer Springs.
Davies' son Joe was elected to Environment Canterbury in the Christchurch northeast ward.
Hislop was looking forward to his new role.
‘‘I have a reputation for wanting things to be done yesterday, so my mates tell me I will get frustrated. But that’s why they’ve talked me into it.’’
Hislop and his wife Brenda run Medbury Farm with six staff, milking 1230 cows.
He said a big focus for him was people, so he was keen to learn more about the council’s ‘‘Welcoming Communities’’ initiative.
The Hurunui district was a ‘‘hidden paradise’’ and with labour shortages there was an opportunity to attract people to come and work in the area.
Armstrong was only elected in a by-election last year, so was relieved she did not have to campaign for re-election.
‘‘It takes time to get your head around the requirements of the role, so I felt I needed to come back and do a full term.’’
Based in Waikari, she has a background in business and being active in the community.
‘‘I don’t have any specific goals or agenda. It’s about what presents itself and what the community wants and responding to central government policies.’’
Barnes was pleased to be back for a second term.
‘‘It takes three years to get your head around it all. I think the main highlight has been representing my community and the people around the council table, all doing their best to spend ratepayers’ money on the things they want.’’
He said councillors could make a difference by listening to their community and working together with other councillors.
‘‘If you’ve got a good argument, it will get through, if the others can see the sense in it.’’
■ Mary Holloway, Chris Hughey, Michael Malthus, Alice Stielow and Richard Tapper were also elected unopposed to the Hanmer Springs Community Board.
■ Public interest journalism is funded by New Zealand on Air.
Yates has been guiding gardeners for quite a while now (nearly 140 years), so we’ve learned a few crafty garden tricks along the way. We’re sharing our email newsletter, packed with our special Yates blend of leading-edge horticulture and old-school garden tips, fresh every month.
Stay on … View moreYates has been guiding gardeners for quite a while now (nearly 140 years), so we’ve learned a few crafty garden tricks along the way. We’re sharing our email newsletter, packed with our special Yates blend of leading-edge horticulture and old-school garden tips, fresh every month.
Stay on top of the seasonal tasks with us; whether you’re into vegies, herbs, fruit trees or houseplants, we’ll help you navigate your way to a gorgeous and luxuriant garden. Click through to get our timely advice on feeding, watering, weeding and how to nip your garden problems in the bud!
We have two 13 month old Toggenburg/British Alpine does for sale.
Both are humanized and will respond to petting and food.
$300 for both of them as selling as a pair, they are in the Oxford area.
Turn your old hardback books into beautiful decorative pieces using Resene testpots.
Find out how to create your own.
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