Hurunui District , Amberley

2191 days ago

Bereaved SI families overspend $100,000 on lawyers every week?

Director / lawyer from Kiwilaw

South Island bereaved families, that is.
Every day, the Christchurch High Court gets 25-30 probate applications to process, forwarded from Wellington where they all start. Some are for North Island applications. So let's say 20 are South Island. That's (say) 100 per week.
I haven't… View more
South Island bereaved families, that is.
Every day, the Christchurch High Court gets 25-30 probate applications to process, forwarded from Wellington where they all start. Some are for North Island applications. So let's say 20 are South Island. That's (say) 100 per week.
I haven't (yet) found a South Island lawyer who charges less than $1500 for a probate application. Some charge $3000. (Tell me if you know differently.)
In most cases, Kiwilaw will provide the paperwork for $400. It takes about an hour, or less. That's a reasonable hourly rate for a lawyer.
$400 compared with $1500 or $3000. 100 per week. Do the math.
(If you dare, then do the math for a year.)
www.kiwilaw.co.nz...

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2191 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

It is on again, this Sunday 2nd December,The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET. BLAKE STREET CARPARK. Also THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the young children to operate in our club rooms next to the carpark.
Lots of great stalls and some new ones. Great bargains for all with lots of variety to chose from. clothing, … View more
It is on again, this Sunday 2nd December,The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET. BLAKE STREET CARPARK. Also THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the young children to operate in our club rooms next to the carpark.
Lots of great stalls and some new ones. Great bargains for all with lots of variety to chose from. clothing, ice lollies, jewelry, clothing, books, tools, plants, household items, health products, sausage sizzle, wood craft, toys etc. The market is growing each month in stall numbers and visitors. Our last market for the year will be around the Christmas tree in High Street on Sunday the 16th December with lots of Christmas gift ideas to choose from.
Our RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET IS PROVING TO BE VERY SUCCESSFUL ALL ROUND. A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL THE STALL HOLDERS AND VISITORS TO THE MARKET.

2191 days ago

Poll: Do you think Santa can be a woman?

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

There have been a lot of discussions lately about whether Santa could be a woman. Even National Party Leader Simon Bridges joined the debate saying "just as Mary Poppins is a woman, Santa Claus is a man". What do you think? Can Santa be a woman? Read more here.

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Do you think Santa can be a woman?
  • 11.2% Yes
    11.2% Complete
  • 75.7% No
    75.7% Complete
  • 1.3% I'm not sure
    1.3% Complete
  • 11.8% I don't care
    11.8% Complete
3749 votes
2191 days ago

Flowers all year round with Resene!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Enjoy the beauty of flowers year round. This clever flower wall is made using coffee filters and Resene testpots. Choose your favourite colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for someone you know who could use a little colour. Make the most of your weekend with this… View moreEnjoy the beauty of flowers year round. This clever flower wall is made using coffee filters and Resene testpots. Choose your favourite colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for someone you know who could use a little colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

2191 days ago

Increased growth drives demand for sporting facilities in Amberley

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Hurunui's newest public reserve is set to become a major sports hub, with top-level cricket facilities.

Development of the Amberley Eastern Reserve is under way, with earthworks being carried out for the new embankment and sports field.

The master concept includes an international size … View more
Hurunui's newest public reserve is set to become a major sports hub, with top-level cricket facilities.

Development of the Amberley Eastern Reserve is under way, with earthworks being carried out for the new embankment and sports field.

The master concept includes an international size cricket oval.

Read the full story by clicking the link below and let us know your thoughts in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

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2199 days ago

Poll: Should a regional rate be used to cover Christchurch stadium operating costs?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Mayors from across Canterbury are prepared to discuss a rates contribution towards the operating costs of Christchurch's in-development stadium.

But they have "a raft of quite meaty" questions over how it would be governed and how the contributions would be divided between regions.
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Mayors from across Canterbury are prepared to discuss a rates contribution towards the operating costs of Christchurch's in-development stadium.

But they have "a raft of quite meaty" questions over how it would be governed and how the contributions would be divided between regions.

What do you think? Tell us in the comments below (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should a regional rate be used to cover Christchurch stadium operating costs?
  • 46.9% Yes, everyone should contribute
    46.9% Complete
  • 46.9% No, it's Christchurch's stadium
    46.9% Complete
  • 6.2% I'm not sure/something else (tell us your thoughts in the comments)
    6.2% Complete
612 votes
2207 days ago

Rowing lake in red zone would strain aquifers

Anna Williams Reporter from The Press

A new 1km regatta course at Kerrs Reach is proposed for Christchurch's red zone instead of a rowing lake rejected for straining the city's underground water supply.

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2195 days ago

Alert: Police investigating after needle was found in strawberry

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Be aware neighbours,

A needle has been found inside a strawberry in a punnet purchased at a supermarket in South Canterbury.

A police spokeswoman said the fruit was purchased at a supermarket in Geraldine on Saturday morning.

Police were investigating the matter, she said.

To read more as this… View more
Be aware neighbours,

A needle has been found inside a strawberry in a punnet purchased at a supermarket in South Canterbury.

A police spokeswoman said the fruit was purchased at a supermarket in Geraldine on Saturday morning.

Police were investigating the matter, she said.

To read more as this story develops, click here.

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2195 days ago

Meet New Zealand's first quadruplets in 25 years

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Check out this sweet story! Quinn, Indie, Hudson and Molly are New Zealand's first quadruplets to be born in 25 years. The fraternal and identical set of twins from Timaru were born at Christchurch Women's Hospital in August. To read more about their story, click here.

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Hi neighbours,

Check out this sweet story! Quinn, Indie, Hudson and Molly are New Zealand's first quadruplets to be born in 25 years. The fraternal and identical set of twins from Timaru were born at Christchurch Women's Hospital in August. To read more about their story, click here.

Have you ever met quadruplets, or do quadruplets run in your family? Share your well wishes with us in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2192 days ago

North Canterbury couple turn love of Christmas into funds for St John

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The bells are jingling, the stars are twinkling and Santa appears to be multiplying at the North Canterbury home of Angela and Raymond Blank.

The couple is well and truly in the festive spirit, having spent the past two months getting their Rangiora house ready to open to the public every evening … View more
The bells are jingling, the stars are twinkling and Santa appears to be multiplying at the North Canterbury home of Angela and Raymond Blank.

The couple is well and truly in the festive spirit, having spent the past two months getting their Rangiora house ready to open to the public every evening from December 9.

The Christmas House at 21 Queen St, Rangiora, will open to coincide with the town's Santa Parade, from 7pm to 10pm. It will be open daily to December 22. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

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2193 days ago

CHRISTMAS TREES - PROCEEDS TO NORTH CANTERBURY RIDING FOR THE DISABLED

Lin from Rangiora

Corner Millton Avenue and Ashley Street - 8th and 15th December, 2018 9.30 am. Beautiful trees especially grown by the Golf Club. Purchase from us and support our organisation - $25.00

2193 days ago

Poll: Would you pop a Popup Home in your backyard?

Popup Home

It's hard getting into your own home in New Zealand. At Popup Home we're refusing to give up on the Kiwi dream of a place to call your own. We've worked on an innovative and creative design to provide quality, affordable and easy to build homes, right out of the box.

Popup HomesView more
It's hard getting into your own home in New Zealand. At Popup Home we're refusing to give up on the Kiwi dream of a place to call your own. We've worked on an innovative and creative design to provide quality, affordable and easy to build homes, right out of the box.

Popup Homes are a way to:
- get into your first home
- set up a holiday bach
- make space for family
- accommodate renters or farm workers
- create a mobile office, cafe or expo booth
Find out more

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Would you pop a Popup Home in your backyard?
  • 85.4% Yes - what a great idea
    85.4% Complete
  • 14.6% No - I would look at other options
    14.6% Complete
512 votes
2194 days ago

Make your best Split Second Decision

The Team from ACC New Zealand

No matter how long you’ve been riding, the unexpected can always happen. Be an even better rider with Ride Forever coaching. Find out more!

2194 days ago

Kaiapoi Community Market Day & Santa Parade/Carnival.

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty are proud to support this years Kaiapoi Community Market Day & Santa Parade/Carnival.

If you are looking for something to do with your family this Saturday (1st Dec), pop along - there is something for everyone!

Kaiapoi Community Market 9am-12am
Santa Parade … View more
Harcourts Four Seasons Realty are proud to support this years Kaiapoi Community Market Day & Santa Parade/Carnival.

If you are looking for something to do with your family this Saturday (1st Dec), pop along - there is something for everyone!

Kaiapoi Community Market 9am-12am
Santa Parade 1.30pm
Kaiapoi Carnival 9am - 4.30pm

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