Hurunui District , Amberley

1142 days ago

Enjoy the good life

Assisted living makes life easier, with housekeeping taken care of and a chef-prepared meal every day. It’s great for you, and reassuring for your family, because they know you’re being looked after. Best of all, it frees up more time to do the things you love!
Apartments are in the heart of … View more
Assisted living makes life easier, with housekeeping taken care of and a chef-prepared meal every day. It’s great for you, and reassuring for your family, because they know you’re being looked after. Best of all, it frees up more time to do the things you love!
Apartments are in the heart of the village, with easy access to everything the village has to offer.
The feeling of togetherness is the icing on the cake for residents, this is enhanced by a variety of outings, regular transport options and opportunities to join in with activities when you feel like it.
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1142 days ago

Waikato Management School Alumni share their stories

University of Waikato

Luke Pharaoh, Funding Manager for Virgin StartUp in London, is passionate about empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs.

"Waikato Management School instilled in me an insatiable curiosity and a way of challenging conventional thinking which remains with me today," he says.
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Luke Pharaoh, Funding Manager for Virgin StartUp in London, is passionate about empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs.

"Waikato Management School instilled in me an insatiable curiosity and a way of challenging conventional thinking which remains with me today," he says.

Watch his story and others here.
Find out more

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1143 days ago

Dozens of fishermen reportedly breaking new whitebaiting rules at popular Canterbury site

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Department of Conservation staff will be patrolling Canterbury’s whitebaiting hotspots amid reports some frequent fishermen are reluctant to follow the new rules.

In June, the then acting Conservation Minister Ayesha Verrall announced changes to whitebaiting regulations, which had last been … View more
Department of Conservation staff will be patrolling Canterbury’s whitebaiting hotspots amid reports some frequent fishermen are reluctant to follow the new rules.

In June, the then acting Conservation Minister Ayesha Verrall announced changes to whitebaiting regulations, which had last been reviewed in 1990.

The changes, to be phased in over three years, include a shorter season, new regulations and size limits on fishing gear – fixed nets a maximum of three metres long and 20m apart – and restrictions to fishing only in estuaries and near river mouths.

But one Canterbury whitebaiter, a regular around the Waimakariri River mouth who did not want to be named, said he saw upwards of a dozen rule-breakers in the area every day.

The biggest issue, he said, was people using oversized fishing gear – usually set-nets over six metres in length – although he had been told about others fishing past the 8pm limit.

The man said he had made multiple reports to the Department of Conservation (DOC), and had sent photos and car registration numbers, but little had been done in terms of enforcing the rules.

“The rules are in place for a reason ... If they’re doing it here, others are probably doing it elsewhere [too].”

DOC’s Mahaanui operations manager, Andy Thompson. said the new regulations were clear and readily available, and it was disappointing to hear some were not following them.

DOC is undertaking a series of compliance patrols, he said, which include weekends and early-mornings.

Rangers will focus on popular whitebaiting spots including the Waimakariri River mouth.

Thompson encouraged people to phone in if they saw others breaking the rules. All calls would be logged, he said, and used to identify potential problem spots for the next patrol.

When people are not complying, rangers can take either an educational or compliance approach. That could include a $400 fine – or up to $800 if that fine was appealed, or not paid.

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1143 days ago

How about your own pre-planted portable organic vegetable bed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

“Our portable bed provides a convenient and cost-effective way to access your own fresh produce within your own home,” says Charla Stretch, the CEO of Vitanic, the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) company set up by five students from Tokoroa High School.

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1143 days ago

Job matching service success

Competenz

Another success story!

Our free job matching service helped place Caitlyn in her dream job and gave her employer the apprentice he had been searching for. A win-win!

Competenz provided the details of the job, and I’m happy Big Ideas took me on, I always wanted to be a signwriter when I … View more
Another success story!

Our free job matching service helped place Caitlyn in her dream job and gave her employer the apprentice he had been searching for. A win-win!

Competenz provided the details of the job, and I’m happy Big Ideas took me on, I always wanted to be a signwriter when I left high school but never had the chance. But now I do"" says Caitlyn

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1146 days ago

Local Likes: Canterbury's favourite local businesses celebrated

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Friday neighbours,

Do you have a favourite local business that you'd like to share with us?

As part of Neighbourly and Stuff’s ‘Local Likes’ campaign, Cantabrians are asked to nominate their favourite local businesses, and share what makes them so great.

Receiving multiple … View more
Happy Friday neighbours,

Do you have a favourite local business that you'd like to share with us?

As part of Neighbourly and Stuff’s ‘Local Likes’ campaign, Cantabrians are asked to nominate their favourite local businesses, and share what makes them so great.

Receiving multiple nominations, Bohemian Bakery in St Martin’s has proved an early frontrunner for Christchurch’s top local entity.

The bakery has been lauded for having “the best sourdough in the city” and “the most divine vegan pain au chocolat.” Their salty pretzels are also a crowd favourite, and the staff are always good for a laugh.

Do you have a place you'd like to add? Please let us know below.

Full story can also be read by clicking 'Read more' below.

Have a good weekend folks. Jake

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1144 days ago

Digital Boost Live - App Launch

Digital Boost

Hi neighbours!

With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.

So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our … View more
Hi neighbours!

With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.

So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our brand new app - Digital Boost Live.

Our app has everything you need in the palm of your hand so you can keep learning from anywhere.

You'll remain logged in all the time and have access to exclusive podcasts with business and industry experts only available via our app. Notifications will keep you up to date with new content and competitions as soon as they land.

All our learning videos, downloadable summaries, cases studies, and Q&A sessions will still be there - perfect for small business owners looking for a practical way to keep learning while on the move.

Don't delay, download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play and start learning today!

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1144 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.

Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
Find out more

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1146 days ago

Reccomendations

Sarah from Hurunui District

Hi everyone,

Just wondering what primary school in rangiora is best? My daughter is turning 5 soon and just some opinions and reccomendations on what parents think

Thanks

1146 days ago

It's that time of year again whānau...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Make sure to update any manual clocks (don't forget about our older neighbours who might need a helping hand) and have a wonderful spring weekend!

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1146 days ago

Textural tumblers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

These artfully crafted vessels have heaps of uses. Simple, inexpensive and totally on-trend – the hardest thing will be deciding which to create first and which Resene colours to use.

Find out how to create your own.

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1146 days ago

Your local is calling you...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Last year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!

This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let … View more
Last year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!

This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let everyone know why your favourite small business is worth supporting.
Nominate Now!

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1147 days ago

THRIVE OP SHOP RANGIORA

Arthur from Rangiora

Only 3 days left, today, Friday and Saturday for the 50% off sale on everything in store. THRIVE, the Rangiora branch of City Mission at the back of the Gables Arcade right by the council carpark beside New World. 50% of all clothing, shoes, hand bags, children's clothing and toys, books, … View moreOnly 3 days left, today, Friday and Saturday for the 50% off sale on everything in store. THRIVE, the Rangiora branch of City Mission at the back of the Gables Arcade right by the council carpark beside New World. 50% of all clothing, shoes, hand bags, children's clothing and toys, books, kitchen items, curtains, etc etc. We are open from 10 am to 4 pm daily. Grab some great bargains now while you can. City Mission helping others through your support.

Negotiable

1147 days ago

Covid-19: Several A&P shows fall victim to alert level uncertainty

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

New Zealand’s popular A&P shows, considered by many to be a Kiwi institution, are falling like a house of cards due to Covid-19 alert level uncertainty.

North Canterbury’s Rangiora A&P Show, the Hawke’s Bay A&P Show, and the Gisborne A&P show were all cancelled on Wednesday, … View more
New Zealand’s popular A&P shows, considered by many to be a Kiwi institution, are falling like a house of cards due to Covid-19 alert level uncertainty.

North Canterbury’s Rangiora A&P Show, the Hawke’s Bay A&P Show, and the Gisborne A&P show were all cancelled on Wednesday, following the cancellation of the Clevedon, Waikato, and Wairarapa shows – as well as the South Canterbury Spring Horse Show – in recent days.

For Canterbury’s Northern A&P Association, this will be the second consecutive year their Rangiora show, scheduled for Labour Weekend, has been unable to go ahead.

The South Island’s level 2 restrictions will remain in place while Auckland is at level 3, and the committee said the uncertainty made it too risky for them to incur any more costs.

The committee was working to find out whether some sections of the show may be able to go ahead under level 2 rules.

They said they would let people know, and contact people who had already entered, as soon as possible.

1148 days ago

First Light Natural Health Confident Teens Support Flower Essence

Rae from

Good Morning Neighbours

I am so very proud and grateful to announce "I now am a distributor of the First Light Natural Health® 100% NATURAL EMOTIONAL REMEDIES.

First Light Natural Health® emotional remedies have been exclusively formulated by an award winning vibrational medicine and … View more
Good Morning Neighbours

I am so very proud and grateful to announce "I now am a distributor of the First Light Natural Health® 100% NATURAL EMOTIONAL REMEDIES.

First Light Natural Health® emotional remedies have been exclusively formulated by an award winning vibrational medicine and holistic healing expert Franchelle Ofsoské-Wyber to help you meet life's challenges with confidence.

Made using First Light Flower Essences of New Zealand®, First Light Natural Health® emotional remedies contain the purest essence of New Zealand nature making them a perfect natural tool to help you restore harmony and balance in your life.

Today I would like to show case our popular First Light Natural Health Confident Teens Support. (Positive and Self-Assured)
20ml Oral Drops

NEGATIVE CONDITIONS: Hides in a shell, withdrawn, lonely, unwilling to engage.

POSITIVE OUTCOME: Positive expression and attitude, courage, self-confidence

An emotionally supportive flower essence blend to support shy, unconfident or withdrawn teenagers. Supports the natural development of a positive, fearless attitude to life and the ability to move out of the comfort zone and meet the world confidently. Helps teens who want to come out of their shell, make new friends, confront difficulties or meet life’s challenges.

First Light Natural Health® Confident Teens Support© is ideal for teenagers who are:

Feeling shy, awkward or uncomfortable socialising. Having difficulty making new friends, engaging in group activities or being part of a group. Communicating via technology and avoiding face-to-face social interaction. Fearful of being rejected by peers or being overly concerned with what others might think. Feeling different, isolated, misunderstood or not fitting in. Anxious about relationships, love, social life or making wrong decisions

POTENTIAL:
Developing courage, confidence and certainty. Comfortable with being unique and different. Not being limited by judgements or opinions of others. Confronting challenges and conflicts to create harmony. Developing social skills for healthy interaction and communication with others. Being able to engage, network and create healthy connections.

Made in New Zealand
Please visit my website for a list of natural ingredients and what each flower essence in the blend offers. Plus more information on the First Light Flower Essences and how they can help the whole family. Thank you love and light Rae
www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Price: $28

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