1786 days ago

Plea not to leave donated items outside charity shops

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A North Canterbury charity shop is being targeted by unscrupulous people (including an on-duty bus driver) trying to get things for free, a concerned local says.

Rangiora resident Arthur Linnell said he passed his local Salvation Army store last week saw several people going through the boxes and bags of donated items. He felt it was "absolutely disgusting" that good quality items were being stolen.

Have you seen this problem happening in North Canterbury?

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1 day ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.

This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.

Do you think this ban is reasonable?

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Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
  • 76.3% Yes
    76.3% Complete
  • 22.3% No
    22.3% Complete
  • 1.4% Other - I'll share below
    1.4% Complete
1512 votes
8 hours ago

Family Friendly Service and Discussion

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

Next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 1 December - at the Ashley Community Church. The gathering will start at 3.30 pm with a shared afternoon tea. Remember to bring something to share!

Also remember to go before you come as there is no toilet on site.

Enquiries to Paul or Lesley, Ph 021 140 2074
39 Canterbury St, Ashley.

18 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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