Hurunui District , Amberley

2214 days ago

Busy Canterbury tourist village trialling smoking ban

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Canterbury tourism hotspot Hanmer Springs could be going smokefree, if a six-month trial in the township proves successful.

The Hanmer Springs Community Board has agreed to the trial, which would result in smoking and vaping being banned from the centre of town from February 14.

Do you think … View more
Canterbury tourism hotspot Hanmer Springs could be going smokefree, if a six-month trial in the township proves successful.

The Hanmer Springs Community Board has agreed to the trial, which would result in smoking and vaping being banned from the centre of town from February 14.

Do you think it's a good idea or would it put you off visiting? Share your thoughts in the comments below (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

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2215 days ago

Study here, work here.

Ara Institute of Canterbury

At Ara Institute of Canterbury, we’re committed to providing trades training opportunities that meet the employment needs of our local communities and lead to local jobs. Mathew Jack experienced this first hand when he took a course in heavy automotive engineering at our Timaru campus. After … View moreAt Ara Institute of Canterbury, we’re committed to providing trades training opportunities that meet the employment needs of our local communities and lead to local jobs. Mathew Jack experienced this first hand when he took a course in heavy automotive engineering at our Timaru campus. After Mathew completed his eight-month course, he found employment with Smallbone in Ashburton, where he lives.

He says the “excellent training” he received prepared him well for the job. “It set me up to excel in an exciting and demanding career.” In Timaru, we’ve got programmes in engineering trades, electrical, automotive and painting and decorating starting in February. You can learn all about them here.
Find out more!

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2217 days ago

Guitar lessons

Chris from Woodend

Hi is there anyone handy to Woodend that could teach an old bird the guitar will pay for lessons BUT you’d have to be patient,please ph 033127700 thanks

2216 days ago

CAT CARE SALE

Karen from Rangiora

SALE CANCELLED NEW DATE TO BE ADVISED
CAT CARE SALE

SAT 1st and SUN 2nd Dec

10am - 12 pm Both days

17 TRIPOLI ST RANGIORA… View more
SALE CANCELLED NEW DATE TO BE ADVISED
CAT CARE SALE

SAT 1st and SUN 2nd Dec

10am - 12 pm Both days

17 TRIPOLI ST RANGIORA

We will have our usual New and used Cat Items

Toys, beds, etc for sale

But also a mini Garage Sale with nothing over $5.

Help us Fundraise for Kitten Season, They are starting to come in now!

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2215 days ago

New Rangiora Fitness Centre

Rangiora Fitness Centre

Our brand new Fitness Centre is now open and running well at 345 Flaxton Road, Rangiora. Not only is it North Canterbury's biggest and best gym, offering a full range of weights, cardio, Les Mills and other exercise options, but we also have Active Health service providers onsite along with … View moreOur brand new Fitness Centre is now open and running well at 345 Flaxton Road, Rangiora. Not only is it North Canterbury's biggest and best gym, offering a full range of weights, cardio, Les Mills and other exercise options, but we also have Active Health service providers onsite along with an in-house cafe and a sauna.



All this is available to our members for just $16.50 per week - plus we have discounts for students, seniors and Community Services Card holders. And unlike most other gyms we welcome Casual visitors, come for a class or a workout - or just a sauna - and pay just a casual visit.


Our cafe is open to anyone - grab a barista coffee, healthy fruit smoothie and some healthy food while you shop in the area or are waiting for your warrant at VTNZ next door.


The Rangiora Fitness Centre is operated by the North Canterbury Sport & Recreation Trust, with your membership helping the Trust to run its many sporting programmes throughout the region.



See you at the Rangiora Fitness Centre soon.

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2215 days ago

Remember the War Horse Ride/Walk 11.11.18

Ann from Cust

You are invited to join our North Canterbury community in honoring the New Zealand War Horse's on
11th November 2018 - Armistice Day.

There will be poppies to purchase for a small donation, there will be a coffee van, BBQ & refreshments on site.

260 Hayland Road, Okuku 7474, Glentui ( … View more
You are invited to join our North Canterbury community in honoring the New Zealand War Horse's on
11th November 2018 - Armistice Day.

There will be poppies to purchase for a small donation, there will be a coffee van, BBQ & refreshments on site.

260 Hayland Road, Okuku 7474, Glentui ( follow sign to Mt Thomas Conservation Area )

Gates open @ 9 am

Memorial service 10.30 am this will be followed by a 10 km ride/walk.

OPTION of a lift in a mini van if only able to manage 5km.

Rider/walkers & carts will start leaving Hayland farm from 11am onward at a nice steady pace.

Afterwards you can view the Wool shed Art Exhibition and take a Hayland Garden Tour with stunning stone walls and stables dating back 100 years

Take the opportunity to see the only privately owned memorial to the war horses in New Zealand dedicated to the horses of the 8th Regiment of the Canterbury Mounted Rifles at Birch Hill Station Cemetery with a Heritage New Zealand listing of category two. This monument is rare both nationally and internationally and built in 1937 by E.B. Millton

It is our duty as horse lovers to remember the 10,000 horses who left our shores to serve in horrific conditions. They deserved a medal but were never given one.

So come join in on your own horse/pony or walk with us as we make local history.

For more info and entry forms contact Ann Stewart @ RemembertheWarHorse@gmail.com.

link below should take you to registration form which you can fill in on line, if not there is a link on face book page.



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Many thanks

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2215 days ago

Neighbours of NZ Road Trip

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Hello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We … View moreHello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We were absolutely inundated with offers - and we're SO SORRY if we've missed anyone, or haven't gotten back to you - please get in touch again - email me - sam@neighboursday.org.nz.

Road Trip Itinerary - neighboursday.org.nz...

We're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone planning a Neighbours Day Event, or supporting other people.

Come along, share ideas, and get the support you need to put on a great Neighbours Day Aotearoa event!
Check out our Road Trip page for a list of our confirmed destinations and scheduled workshops, be sure to check back soon as we confirm further workshops. Also! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook to follow our facebook live updates as we hit the road!

Start your engines! www.youtube.com...

2215 days ago

Got an opinion on fireworks? Share it with us

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?

Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?

We want to know… View more
Hi neighbours,

Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?

Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?

We want to know your opinion on the debate. To share your views in Stuff Nation, click here.

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2216 days ago

Poll: Do you clean your reusable bags?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.

ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.

"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View more
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.

ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.

"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."

Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here

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Do you clean your reusable bags?
  • 37.7% Yes
    37.7% Complete
  • 56.3% No
    56.3% Complete
  • 6% I don't own reusable bags
    6% Complete
1662 votes
2216 days ago

American Bulldog pups

Connie from Sefton

I have American bulldog pups for sale they are pure bred. Their are 9 pups 8 bitchs 1 dog. I have sold 3 bitchs and the Male,so have 5 bitchs for sale. They have been carefully bred Hybrid/Johnson/Scott breed which ensures only the best in the breed has correct type,structure,soundness and … View moreI have American bulldog pups for sale they are pure bred. Their are 9 pups 8 bitchs 1 dog. I have sold 3 bitchs and the Male,so have 5 bitchs for sale. They have been carefully bred Hybrid/Johnson/Scott breed which ensures only the best in the breed has correct type,structure,soundness and excellent temperaments. They are 4 weeks old and be ready 1st week December. A $200 deposit will secure your baby for life. We are In Rangiora district.

Negotiable

2216 days ago

North Canterbury memorial service and ride dedicated to New Zealand's WWI military horses

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The sacrifices of New Zealand's military horses will be recognised one hundred years after the end of World War I.

The organiser of this year's Remember the War Horse Ride, Thereza Rosanowski, said it was the duty of New Zealanders to honour the military horses who lost their lives in … View more
The sacrifices of New Zealand's military horses will be recognised one hundred years after the end of World War I.

The organiser of this year's Remember the War Horse Ride, Thereza Rosanowski, said it was the duty of New Zealanders to honour the military horses who lost their lives in the war.

The memorial service starts at 10.30am on November 11, Armistice Day, at Hayland Farm in Glentui, near the Mt Thomas Conservation Park.

2223 days ago

Poll: Are you doing anything for Halloween this year?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Has your community got anything planned for Halloween this year? We want to hear about anything scary, cool or quirky happening this All Hallows' Eve (Wednesday - October 31). (Please let us know if you don't want your comments published by writing NFP.)

The attached pics are from the … View more
Has your community got anything planned for Halloween this year? We want to hear about anything scary, cool or quirky happening this All Hallows' Eve (Wednesday - October 31). (Please let us know if you don't want your comments published by writing NFP.)

The attached pics are from the Thrill the World event in Christchurch's Cathedral Square on Sunday, where 'zombies' gathered to dance to Michael Jackson's Thriller. The event was held in various cities around the world to celebrate how we are all one community, regardless of our political, economic and racial backgrounds.

Are you doing anything for Halloween this year?
  • 1.6% Yes - it's the best holiday of the year
    1.6% Complete
  • 9% Yes - but only for the kids
    9% Complete
  • 85.6% No - it's not a big deal in NZ
    85.6% Complete
  • 3.9% I'm not sure yet
    3.9% Complete
513 votes
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2217 days ago

Fridge freezer to give away. Frigidaire by Fisher & Paykel

Pauline from Rangiora

Fridge freezer to give away. Ideal for garage beer fridge.It is in working order.

Free

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2217 days ago

Big friendly giant and critters created for Hanmer Forest out of former woodland giant

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

If you go down in the woods near Hanmer today you'll now be greeted by a range of new woodland creatures.

The Hanmer Heritage Forest has been made more appealing for families with the addition of nine new sculptures along the Forest Amble walk, including a big friendly giant, some enormous … View more
If you go down in the woods near Hanmer today you'll now be greeted by a range of new woodland creatures.

The Hanmer Heritage Forest has been made more appealing for families with the addition of nine new sculptures along the Forest Amble walk, including a big friendly giant, some enormous mushrooms, a falcon, and a dog.

"It has now become a journey of discovery, with the animals and birds and other surprises strategically placed along the walk," Hanmer Heritage Forest Trust president Pauline Bennett says.

2218 days ago

Garage Sale - Raising funds for sisters cancer treatment

Nola from Rangiora

10th November 9am -1pm, 3 Freyberg St Rangiora.
Something for everyone.

Negotiable

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