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Papermaking at Arts in Oxford Gallery
Second Monday in every month (except January)
from 9.30 am - 12 noon. A donation of $5 includes taking paper home.
Limited spaces.
If you would like to see how paper is made, and even take part, please come along to our papermaking mornings held in … View morePapermaking at Arts in Oxford Gallery
Second Monday in every month (except January)
from 9.30 am - 12 noon. A donation of $5 includes taking paper home.
Limited spaces.
If you would like to see how paper is made, and even take part, please come along to our papermaking mornings held in the workshop at the back of the gallery.
We run more comprehensive papermaking workshops regularly which will be advertised, so keep an eye out for these.
Paper made at the gallery is on sale in the gallery gift shop - great for wrapping presents, making greeting cards and crafts.
Last sessions for the year:
Monday 12 November 9.30 am - 12 noon
Monday 10 December 9.30 am - 12 noon
Hey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or … View moreHey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?
To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.
For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.
Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Hey Canterbury - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Canterbury gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across the whole region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on… View moreHey Canterbury - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Canterbury gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across the whole region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on gardening tips that have worked for you. You can seek expert advice from experienced gardeners in your area or share your own gardening expertise.
The Rangiora tennis club is looking for new members to play social tennis on
Sundays 10am -12pm
Thursday evenings from 6pm
Tuesday mornings 10am-12pm.
Doubles games mostly, and inter club if you’re keen, but we want to hear from anyone keen as we need more members! We have a lot of fun , … View moreThe Rangiora tennis club is looking for new members to play social tennis on
Sundays 10am -12pm
Thursday evenings from 6pm
Tuesday mornings 10am-12pm.
Doubles games mostly, and inter club if you’re keen, but we want to hear from anyone keen as we need more members! We have a lot of fun , So come along with your racquet. Balls provided. $2 per person casual players.
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Setting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to … View moreSetting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to be managed safely.
Last year, we saw a 23% drop in the number of fireworks-related injury claims (171 claims across 2017 versus 223 across 2016). What do you think? Should personal fireworks be banned? Click here for advice on how to use fireworks responsibly.
Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as … View moreHi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as the South Island.
We will keep you up to date with the latest. For updates and more info, click here.
So far:
- Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
- Make sure you check on your neighbours - even though there may have not been any damage near you, your neighbours may still need your help.
- If you need to alert your neighbours urgently, then don't hesitate to send out an Urgent Alert to your community. You can find this function when you go to post a message on Neighbourly.
- Metlink Wellington said rail services would continue to run with some delays following the recent earthquake.
- Fire and Emergency NZ had no reports of injuries nor damage across the South Island.
- GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand
Hi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New … View moreHi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New Zealand police are encouraging parents, caregivers, and children to celebrate Halloween, on Wednesday, safely. To read police advice, click here.
Also, for tips on how to make your home seem scary or how to celebrate Halloween without the sugar rush, click here.
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The organisers of the annual Amberley A&P show say more "young blood" is needed to help show North Canterbury is more of a destination than it used to be.
Thousands from across Canterbury attended the 117th Amberley A&P Show at Amberley Domain on Saturday, but the show committee … View moreThe organisers of the annual Amberley A&P show say more "young blood" is needed to help show North Canterbury is more of a destination than it used to be.
Thousands from across Canterbury attended the 117th Amberley A&P Show at Amberley Domain on Saturday, but the show committee is looking for new ways of getting people through the gates.
President Peter Greenwood said A&P shows across the country are struggling to get more young people involved.
"We have really good support from businesses and the community, we just need to attract some young blood."
Read more about the show by clicking the link below. Did you go? What did you think? Tell us in the comments.
When you think of pinot noir and sauvignon blanc, you probably don't think North Canterbury. But that could change as 60 vineyards unite under a new brand.
Catherine Keith, chair of the merged association and owner of Mount Brown Estates, says it's hoped wineries can work together to … View moreWhen you think of pinot noir and sauvignon blanc, you probably don't think North Canterbury. But that could change as 60 vineyards unite under a new brand.
Catherine Keith, chair of the merged association and owner of Mount Brown Estates, says it's hoped wineries can work together to promote the region.
"We feel that Christchurch hasn't quite grasped what a great wine region they have on their doorstep," she says.
RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET. Another great market day coming up on the 4th November with lots of variety on offer and some new stall holders. Open from 10 am to 2 pm. BLAKE STREET CARPARK .
What an amazing day we had. Thanks so much to everyone who turned out to buy stuff. Thanks to all our stall holders and to the small team who have managed to juggle a huge range of tasks leading up to and during the Garage Sale and Market day. A big thank you to everyone who donated goods and … View moreWhat an amazing day we had. Thanks so much to everyone who turned out to buy stuff. Thanks to all our stall holders and to the small team who have managed to juggle a huge range of tasks leading up to and during the Garage Sale and Market day. A big thank you to everyone who donated goods and thanks also for sponsorship from Ashley School, North Canterbury Engineering, and Marilyn and David Ayers.
At the end of the day the combined total, from site fees, garage sale and very generous donations came to over $800 and is just enough to cover our Insurance costs for this year. That means we can confidently offer the building for hire for weddings, funerals and other ceremonies, concerts and worship meetings!
Have your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a… View moreHave your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a strong focus on building community and societal disaster resilience to protect New Zealand’s prosperity and well-being.
Your input will help us to make the strategy relevant, and better able to meet its objectives, for all New Zealanders. You can view the proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy and find out how to make a submission at www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The consultation will close on Friday, 7 December 2018.
A new exhibition at a supposedly haunted homestead will showcase 12 diverse and emerging female artists in North Canterbury.
The inaugural WomanUp Art Exhibition kicks off at Amberley House month, fitting with this year's celebrations of the 125th anniversary of women's suffrage in New … View moreA new exhibition at a supposedly haunted homestead will showcase 12 diverse and emerging female artists in North Canterbury.
The inaugural WomanUp Art Exhibition kicks off at Amberley House month, fitting with this year's celebrations of the 125th anniversary of women's suffrage in New Zealand.
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