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Join the North Canterbury Model Railway Club Inc with our ever popular Thomas and Friends model train layout at the Rangiora Library for the children, first week of the school holidays. Monday 8th July to Friday 12th July from 9 am to 5 pm daily.
Only 50 cents per 4 min drive of Thomas or one of … View moreJoin the North Canterbury Model Railway Club Inc with our ever popular Thomas and Friends model train layout at the Rangiora Library for the children, first week of the school holidays. Monday 8th July to Friday 12th July from 9 am to 5 pm daily.
Only 50 cents per 4 min drive of Thomas or one of his friends. Again we will have the popular diorama kits for sale at only $10 each for the children to take home and make their own mini model railway scene. This is a great activity for parents and children to work on together. BUT WAIT, there is more Children can sit in Rangi, our Rangiora Friend of Thomas and get their photo taken
A hanging shelf is an elegant alternative to a night stand, perfect for keeping books, journals, and even your alarm clock close at hand when you head to bed at night.
Paint in your favourite Resene colour to add a bright spot to your day. Make the most of this weekend with this … View moreA hanging shelf is an elegant alternative to a night stand, perfect for keeping books, journals, and even your alarm clock close at hand when you head to bed at night.
Paint in your favourite Resene colour to add a bright spot to your day. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
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This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, nationalities, ages, orientations and even genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There’s many ways to take … View moreThis month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, nationalities, ages, orientations and even genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There’s many ways to take part! From hosting a multicultural potluck where each attendee brings a dish from a country of their choice to coordinating a fundraiser that benefits refugees or our elderly there are thousands of ways big and small to make our households, neighbourhoods, schools and businesses even more inclusive. It could even be as simple as learning from a neighbour how to say ‘hello’ in their native language or ensuring local footpaths are accessible!
Don’t forget this month also coincides with Women’s Refugee Awareness Month and International Day of Friendship on July 30th - a United Nations day that promotes the role that friendship plays in promoting peace in many cultures.
Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re making your community more inclusive this month by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZinclusivecommunities
10am to 12pm Rāranga weaving demonstration
Lisa Harding (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Hako, Ngāti Maniapoto) will give a Rāranga weaving demonstration at Arts in Oxford.
Free public event. 1.30-3.30pm. Exploring Manaia with Leisa Aumua (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Mamoe, Waitaha, Kāti Hāteatea)
This workshop… View more10am to 12pm Rāranga weaving demonstration
Lisa Harding (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Hako, Ngāti Maniapoto) will give a Rāranga weaving demonstration at Arts in Oxford.
Free public event. 1.30-3.30pm. Exploring Manaia with Leisa Aumua (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Mamoe, Waitaha, Kāti Hāteatea)
This workshop will explore Māori symbols of manaia (guardian figure) and whetu (stars) to create a Matariki mobile or wall art. Suitable for kids of all ages but parents to accompany pre-schoolers please.
Limited numbers so bookings are essential at the gallery
Phone 03 312 1639
Free public event. Gold coin donation appreciated
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Hi I am looking for Tempo wool from Lincraft in shade purple2 if anyone has any they would be willing to sell please. I am knitting a blanket and running out fast. It's no longer in store. Thank you
Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!
Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real … View moreNominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!
Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.
Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.
The grounds are looking beautiful this winter. The winter flowering cherry near the gate is the best I've ever seen it and seems to shimmer with the low sun these days. If anyone would like to gather some oak leaves for composting or making their own leaf mold there are plenty of oak leaves to… View moreThe grounds are looking beautiful this winter. The winter flowering cherry near the gate is the best I've ever seen it and seems to shimmer with the low sun these days. If anyone would like to gather some oak leaves for composting or making their own leaf mold there are plenty of oak leaves to go around. Do please keep vehicles off the grass inside the grounds though.
Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.
Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.
Some experts say… View moreClimate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.
Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.
Some experts say that has to change. It is such an existential threat that not to make it a requirement to teach children about climate change is doing them a great disservice, they say.
To read more, click here
Keep an eye on your letterbox for an enrolment update pack. Check it to make sure your details are correct, and then you know you’re ready to vote in the local elections.
Want to know more? Visit vote.nz or call us on 0800 36 76 56.
Nominate a local hero for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!
Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, help recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.
Nominate a woman of influence before 15 July
When 2-year-old Lene Hiller wouldn't wake up, her dad rushed to find a defibrillator.
Ronny Hiller raced to the nearest automated external defibrillator (AED) at Woodend Community Centre, in North Canterbury, but found he needed to call 111 again for a code to unlock it. It took the operator… View moreWhen 2-year-old Lene Hiller wouldn't wake up, her dad rushed to find a defibrillator.
Ronny Hiller raced to the nearest automated external defibrillator (AED) at Woodend Community Centre, in North Canterbury, but found he needed to call 111 again for a code to unlock it. It took the operator five minutes to find the code.
St John medical director Tony Smith said there was no legal requirement for the ambulance service to be informed of the location of publicly available AEDs but he encouraged people to let them know and register the location of the device on the New Zealand AED Locations website.
The average rates bill in North Canterbury's Hurunui district will rise by about 6 per cent as the local council continues work to strengthen public buildings, improve water supplies and repair damaged infrastructure.
The Hurunui District Council adopted its 2019-20 annual plan on Thursday, … View moreThe average rates bill in North Canterbury's Hurunui district will rise by about 6 per cent as the local council continues work to strengthen public buildings, improve water supplies and repair damaged infrastructure.
The Hurunui District Council adopted its 2019-20 annual plan on Thursday, which included a 6 per cent increase to the general rate and an expected debt balance of $39 million by mid-2020.
A council statement said it was a deliberate strategy to "manage affordability and debt while continuing to deliver critical services".
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