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To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View moreDear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).
So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.
From reporter Debbie Jamieson:
Hanmer Springs looks set to lose hundreds of thousands of dollars in visitor spending this summer unless a damaged St James cycleway bridge undergoes a $350,000 repair.
St James Cycle Trail manager Mark Inglis said the swing bridge crossed the Waiau River about … View moreFrom reporter Debbie Jamieson:
Hanmer Springs looks set to lose hundreds of thousands of dollars in visitor spending this summer unless a damaged St James cycleway bridge undergoes a $350,000 repair.
St James Cycle Trail manager Mark Inglis said the swing bridge crossed the Waiau River about halfway along the 59km Great Ride track.
It was damaged in flooding in July 2021 and had to be removed.
The trail is managed by the Hurunui Trails Trust, but the trust works in partnership with the Department of Conservation (DOC), which owns the assets on the trail.
Inglis said no progress could be made on the repair work unless the department gave the trust permission to proceed or did the work itself.
So far, the department had committed to neither.
“A partnership takes two people and at the moment we’re not seeing that,” he said.
The repairs would likely cost $350,000, but he was confident the trust could secure that money from the government and via its own fundraising.
Currently, cyclists could not complete the trail or would have to cross the Waiau River, which was almost always not safe, he said.
The delay in undertaking repairs was coming at a huge cost to the local business community, Inglis said.
The trust had expected up to 2500 cyclists to complete the full loop track last summer, but there were probably less than 100.
Using government data on cycle tourism, Inglis estimated that equated to lost earnings of between $500,000 and $750,000 for Hanmer Springs businesses.
“We need it fixed before summer.”
Inglis said many people still completed the shorter Homestead Loop.
A government evaluation in 2021 found the St James Trail had the smallest number of users of the Great Ride trails with 6139 cyclists and walkers, but the highest growth rate at 237%.
Inglis said he had not formally met with DOC staff on the issue since November.
“The intention is always great. Huge ups to DOC, they really try hard and the individuals just work so hard. They’re just not resourced.”
DOC North Canterbury operations manager Leeann Ellis said replacing the bridge was a big job with significant costs due to the location and site conditions.
Despite the community agreement with the Hurunui Trails Trust, the department was responsible for structures such as bridges, she said.
“Because this is unbudgeted work, it needs to be considered against other capital budget priorities.
“We have begun this process, but don’t have a timeframe on when a decision will be made,” she said.
Businessman and outgoing Hurunui Trails Trust chairman Jason Fletcher said the negative impact on the accommodation and hospitality businesses was significant.
Looking at one year of missed visitor expenditure provided a conservative estimate as the cycle trail regularly attracted first-time visitors to Hanmer Springs.
“The impact is not just this year, it’s for years to come because we’ve missed out on those people who won’t come back.”
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With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View moreWith the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.
We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no … View moreKnitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no small ask!
If you can knit, know someone who can or would like to find out how you can help, please click on the link below.
Dear neighbours,
How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.
Over 100 original artworks to view at an Exhibition in the Hall and Visitor's Centre of St John's Anglican Church, High St, Rangiora. All works will be auctioned and 100% of the profits will go to Ukrainian Refugees and the Food Crisis in Africa. Exhibition viewings are Tuesday … View moreOver 100 original artworks to view at an Exhibition in the Hall and Visitor's Centre of St John's Anglican Church, High St, Rangiora. All works will be auctioned and 100% of the profits will go to Ukrainian Refugees and the Food Crisis in Africa. Exhibition viewings are Tuesday afternoons, Wednesday and Thursday mornings and any time the Art sign is out. Bidding can be done at any time by writing in the bidding book with final silent bids taken at the Auction Closing Party, 7.30pm on September 10th. All welcome.
Dear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View moreDear neighbours,
Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.
Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View moreMaking it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.
Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.
We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.
Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
Paul and Lesley Askin hold their next family-friendly monthly service, Sunday, 4 September, at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm. Bring a plate of finger food for a shared meal afterwards.
Enquiries to Paul or Lesley, Ph 021 140 2074
39 Canterbury St, Ashley. Remember to dress warmly, … View morePaul and Lesley Askin hold their next family-friendly monthly service, Sunday, 4 September, at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm. Bring a plate of finger food for a shared meal afterwards.
Enquiries to Paul or Lesley, Ph 021 140 2074
39 Canterbury St, Ashley. Remember to dress warmly, and go before you come as there are no toilet facilities.
*Flowers gifted by Sefton Flowers - in season blooms grown locally.
It’s easy to age a brand new terracotta pot using Karen Walker Chalk Colour and Vintage Wax from Resene.
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Enviro Painters Ltd are a professional and friendly company that prides itself on customer satisfaction.
We specialise in all aspects of painting and decorating be it your new home or renovation interior or exterior.
All staff are Trade Qualified and i have over 27 years in the trade giving you … View moreEnviro Painters Ltd are a professional and friendly company that prides itself on customer satisfaction.
We specialise in all aspects of painting and decorating be it your new home or renovation interior or exterior.
All staff are Trade Qualified and i have over 27 years in the trade giving you peace of mind that you will be dealing with a professional. We service all of North Canterbury and Christchurch.
I Look forward to meeting you onsite to discuss your project.
021 226 8476
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The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.
Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.
For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.
To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
Dahlia tubers from my garden. I dug them out a month ago. Too many tubers to keep as I don't have anymore space to plant them all.
Dahlia is a stunning flower that will give your garden a spectacular display with their bold colours and abundant flowers during summers. Easy care plant, too.
… View moreDahlia tubers from my garden. I dug them out a month ago. Too many tubers to keep as I don't have anymore space to plant them all.
Dahlia is a stunning flower that will give your garden a spectacular display with their bold colours and abundant flowers during summers. Easy care plant, too.
Pick up is Rangiora. I am also happy to post them for you (wth extra charge for the track parcel bag)
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