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The meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, … View moreThe meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, volunteering, or even launching new careers.
Living in a retirement village doesn’t necessarily mean you’re done with work either; rather, it offers the opportunity to explore different activities, pursue long-held passions, and discover new interests. In fact, many people find the lifestyle gives them more freedom to stay engaged and active through work they enjoy.
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Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!
Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences … View moreJust for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!
Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences in the comments below.
Give your decor a twist with some two-toned clay candleholders in an array of Resene testpot paint colours.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Contractors will be on site to renew a section of the floor that has reached the end of its life.
The green waste area, recycling centre and Resale Shop will remain open, and we will continue to accept Council-branded rubbish bags at the recycling centre.
Waimakariri Councillor Robbie Brine … View moreContractors will be on site to renew a section of the floor that has reached the end of its life.
The green waste area, recycling centre and Resale Shop will remain open, and we will continue to accept Council-branded rubbish bags at the recycling centre.
Waimakariri Councillor Robbie Brine says the transfer station was built over 25 years ago.
“More than 416,000 tonnes of rubbish has been dropped into the pit and pushed into the compactor since the site opened in mid-1998, and this section of the pit floor has reached the end of its life. This renewal will ensure that we can keep providing the expected level of service to our customers until we can complete our planned site upgrades.”
📸 Cr. Robbie Brine checking out the affected area with Council’s Solid Waste Asset Manager Kitty Waghorn
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By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
The fate of a proposed community board in North Canterbury will be decided by the Local Government Commission.
Eleven objections were received on the Hurunui District Council’s decision to create a community board for its south ward, which includes … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
The fate of a proposed community board in North Canterbury will be decided by the Local Government Commission.
Eleven objections were received on the Hurunui District Council’s decision to create a community board for its south ward, which includes Amberley, at next year’s local government election.
Councillors who supported said it was ‘‘more democratic’’ and would better represent the south ward's growing population.
The Amberley District Residents’ Association is among the eleven objectors. Association chairperson Roy Myers said there was ‘‘no evidence’’ to support the change.
‘‘I can’t see any advantage whatsoever with an elected community board of five members who are paid by a targeted rate of $20,’’ Mr Myers said.
‘‘I think it is going to reduce representation.’’
He said under existing structure, committee members were accountable to the group they represented, but he questioned how the board members would be accountable.
‘‘The south ward has quite a diverse character. You have the urban part, the rural part and the beach communities.’’
Councillors voted in favour of replacing its south ward committee with an elected community board in June, following a representation review.
This was despite opposition from residents’ groups, with 14 of the 22 submissions opposed to the change.
The proposed community board would have five members elected at large, plus the four ward councillors and the mayor.
The south ward committee comprises nine community members elected at its first meeting in a council term, plus the four ward councillors and the mayor.
Community members include representatives from residents’ associations, the Amberley Reserves Advisory Group, the Hurunui Youth Council and three independent members.
South ward committee chairperson Jo Hassall said she looked forward to hearing the Local Government Commission’s decision.
‘‘I do like the fact it is being taken to a separate person, who will look at it independently.
‘‘It has gone through the right process and whatever decision is made is final.’’
The Local Government Commission is an independent body that can make decisions on the structure of local government.
South ward councillor Vanessa McPherson was among those who voted in favour of establishing the community board.
She said it would be ‘‘more democratic’’ as elected board members would be accountable to the whole community and not just to the groups they represented.
‘‘We are looking at the population growth in Amberley and I think moving forward the south ward needs and deserves democratic representation that will support that growth.
‘‘I know there are some associations and groups who feel they will lose their voice, but councillors will still have direct links with those groups.’’
The residents’ associations will also be able to make deputations to the community board.
Fellow south ward councillor Pauline White voted against establishing a south ward community board.
She said the 11 appeals was "another thread in a thorough representation review process".
"The community is continuing to engage, and this is evidence of their vested interest in representation to fit the current needs of the south ward."
The Local Government Commission will make its determination by April 10.
■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Funding infrastructure for tourist towns has no simple solution, says Hurunui District Council chief executive Hamish Dobbie.
North Canterbury towns Hanmer Springs and Kaikōura are small communities which punch above their weight to service tourists.
… View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Funding infrastructure for tourist towns has no simple solution, says Hurunui District Council chief executive Hamish Dobbie.
North Canterbury towns Hanmer Springs and Kaikōura are small communities which punch above their weight to service tourists.
Dobbie said the cost of providing additional infrastructure such as toilets and rubbish bins was largely borne by ratepayers.
‘‘We appreciate visitors bring money into the local economy and sometimes we need to do things infrastructure-wise to support that.
‘‘We don’t necessarily want that to be borne by ratepayers, but the cost has to be picked up somewhere.’’
While local ratepayers may not use the public toilets or rubbish, there were benefits with visitors spending money in the local community and improved environmental outcomes.
Local Government New Zealand took the opportunity to promote its message of the need for alternative funding tools, during last week’s local government conference in Wellington.
A number of councils have been calling for accommodation and tourism levies, with a recent opinion poll suggesting there was public support.
But Dobbie said accommodation and tourism levies would provide limited benefit in Hanmer Springs and he preferred raising the International Visitor Levy, which charged visitors at the border.
‘‘If you just take the money where the tourists sleep, does that really enhance tourism infrastructure overall.’’
Alternatively, a levy collected at the border could be distributed where it was needed or where there were opportunities, he said.
The Mackenzie District Council increased its rates by one percent so it could clean its public toilets twice a day.
Dobbie said a bed tax might make little difference as few of those visitors may stay the night in the district.
Tourism Minister Matt Doocey said Tourism New Zealand was reviewing the International Visitor Levy and an announcement would be made soon on whether it will be increased.
While the levy was set $35 per visitor, options were being considered to increase it to as much as $100 per visitor.
The levy did not apply to Australians or Pacific Islanders.
Doocey said he was aware there was strong support for an accommodation levy, but the Government had yet to make a decision.
He said the Government had an ambitious agenda to double export earnings.
‘‘Tourism is our second biggest export earner, so there is potential for growth.
‘‘I have tasked Tourism New Zealand with increasing earnings by $5 billion.’’
He said this could be achieved by increasing visitor numbers during off-peak periods when tourism infrastructure was ‘‘under-utilised’’.
■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.
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Share what you've held on to over the years and whether you still have it today. Feel free to share photos too, we'd love to see.
Ashley Community Church Incorporated Society
AGM - 7.30pm, Tuesday 27 August
39 Canterbury Street, Ashley
A general meeting will follow and Supper will be provided.
All welcome. (A reminder to go before you come as there are no toilet facilities on site).
Photo: Rangiora Museum
A while ago we purchased some Dwarf Chef's Choice bean seeds from the Warehouse. They were the nicest beans we have ever grown, and we have tried lots of different varieties over the years. We normally try and save our own seed but for some reason missed doing so on these. When we have … View moreA while ago we purchased some Dwarf Chef's Choice bean seeds from the Warehouse. They were the nicest beans we have ever grown, and we have tried lots of different varieties over the years. We normally try and save our own seed but for some reason missed doing so on these. When we have looked to purchase again, they don't seem to be available. I believe Yates also did a version as well. Just wondering if anyone might have some seed available - left from previous plantings or saved themselves that they might be willing to part with. Happy to pay or replace/swap with other seeds you might like. Many thanks, Miriam
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Delmaine Fine Foods and Woolworths brand antipasto products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
This includes Delmaine, Woolworths packaged antipasto products and deli antipasto mix.
"The concern with these products is that they may contain… View moreDelmaine Fine Foods and Woolworths brand antipasto products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
This includes Delmaine, Woolworths packaged antipasto products and deli antipasto mix.
"The concern with these products is that they may contain Listeria, which can cause serious illness in pregnant people and their unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems,” says New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle.
These products should not be eaten. You can return them to the place of purchase for a refund or throw them out.
The following products, within the date markings below, are affected by this recall:
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Five Olive Mix (200g) with a use-by between 16/10/24 - 20/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Jumbo Olive Selection (200g) with a use-by between 9/10/24 - 27/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Pitted Olive Medley (180g) with a use-by between 9/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Stuffed Olive Mix (160g) with a use-by of 5/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Mediterranean Antipasto Mix (215g) with a use-by between 16/10/24-20/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Feta (150g) with a use-by between 10/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Stuffed Red Peppers (190g) with a use-by between 24/10/24 - 5/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (200g) with a use-by between 10/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (270g) with a use-by between 7/04/25 - 30/04/25
Woolworths brand Feta and Sundried Tomatoes (200g) with a use-by between 21/11/24 - 25/12/24
Woolworths brand Greek Mix (200g) with a use-by between 20/11/24 - 1/01/25
Woolworths brand Olive Selection (200g) with a use-by between 13/11/24 - 25/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Mediterranean Mix, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Italian Mix, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Feta & Sundried Tomatoes, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
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