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It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free and … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, go to BookMyVaccine.nz or talk to your healthcare provider.
These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.
Food Recalls
Kiki seed crackers
My Food Bag Ltg white sesame seeds
Couplands mince & vege pie
Ghiotti mozarella cheese
… View moreThese items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.
Food Recalls
Kiki seed crackers
My Food Bag Ltg white sesame seeds
Couplands mince & vege pie
Ghiotti mozarella cheese
Papamoa Spice King sesame seeds
Mahadeo Spices and Produce Warehouse sesame seeds and Qandahari Bazaar sesame seeds
Sesame seeds from these following brands / stores: Bin Inn, Scrumptious, Bare Refill, Grand Market, Classic Taste, Food 4 Less and Apna.
Doughboys bread products
New World Wanaka spaghetti & meatballs
Essente mixed nuts
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Product Recalls
Zodiac swimming pool heat pump
Rubber duckie toy
H&M children/baby pyjamas
CFMOTO Youth All Terrain vehicle
Magnetic Ball set
Vehicle recalls can be found here.
We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.
9th - 11th of August more than 80 LOCAL artists will be exhibiting at the 2024 Arts Canterbury Art Show at The Cashmere Club, 50 Colombo Street,Christchurch.
OPENING NIGHT:7pm Friday 9th of August with tickets available from Eventbrite.
At the opening receive a complimentary drink and … View more9th - 11th of August more than 80 LOCAL artists will be exhibiting at the 2024 Arts Canterbury Art Show at The Cashmere Club, 50 Colombo Street,Christchurch.
OPENING NIGHT:7pm Friday 9th of August with tickets available from Eventbrite.
At the opening receive a complimentary drink and nibbles, enjoy the first opportunity to purchase the art and meet the artists.
SATURDAY/SUNDAY: 10am-4pm - gold coin donation on the door.
“Low sensory hour” Sunday 11th of August 9 - 10am with reduced noise, lighting and distractions during this time.
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it!
Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Tell us what groups you'd like to see in your area...(walking groups, coffee meet-ups, swing dancing, a family tree group - anything at all!)
Or if you are already in a great group, share it here for others to get involved.
Winter is well and truly here, and we’re helping you keep your cup full and your mind entertained. Simply purchase or gift a subscription via mags4gifts.co.nz before 31 July and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win 1 of 3 Delonghi Espresso Coffee Makers worth $229* each!
… View moreWinter is well and truly here, and we’re helping you keep your cup full and your mind entertained. Simply purchase or gift a subscription via mags4gifts.co.nz before 31 July and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win 1 of 3 Delonghi Espresso Coffee Makers worth $229* each!
With over 50 titles to choose from, there’s something for everyone. *T&Cs apply
It’s easy to create your very own colourful planter box, with the kids or for the kids to enjoy, from an old wooden drawer and Resene testpots.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
We're looking for delicious orange recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's October issue. Send your family's favourite ways to enjoy this fruit to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 20, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the October issue of NZ Gardener.
Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in… View moreWinter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in cooler temperatures and to prepare the soil for future planting.
Click read more for the full story.
$1 per egg - thats a great protein component in a meal especially compared to the cost of meat nowadays!
Free range duck eggs for sale, laid by happy rescued domestic ducks. Mostly Pekin, khaki Campbell with a few muscovy and the odd wild mallard egg. Great for eating, baking, or making salted … View more$1 per egg - thats a great protein component in a meal especially compared to the cost of meat nowadays!
Free range duck eggs for sale, laid by happy rescued domestic ducks. Mostly Pekin, khaki Campbell with a few muscovy and the odd wild mallard egg. Great for eating, baking, or making salted and century eggs. NOT FOR BALUT NOT FERTILE.
All eggs are candled immediately prior to sale to ensure you only receive super fresh eggs with no cracks etc.
Pickup from oxford or ChCh (Walthum on Tuesdays at 10:45am during term time)
Delivery: (approx fortnightly subject to demand and laying)
Free delivery to Rangiora (minimum order 1 dozen)
Delivery to Kaiapoi (subject to demand and min 1 doz)
Delivery to other rural areas outside Rangiora or Kaiapoi suburban area, and areas such as Cust, Swannanoa, Fernside etc by arrangement. Occasional pickup from other ChCh areas may be available please ask.
Payment by bank deposit prior to delivery or cash payment can be left in letterbox and eggs also left in letterbox.
Please text or WhatsApp 020 406 41485 to order. Numbers will ne limited until mid/late August but there are a number of girls laying right now!
All eggs are for eating only and are sterile (cannot be hatched). Please dont ask for hatching eggs. Due to the many ducks here and elsewhere needing homes, plus the people who use fertile eggs for balut.
Domestic ducks also available for adoption to approved homes if you would like to enjoy the hilarious entertainment of your own pet ducks plus some of your own fresh eggs
North Canterbury Duck Rescue
By local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
A time capsule is biding its time before being entombed in the new Te Whare Whakatere building in Ashburton.
The Ashburton District Council finalised details of the time capsule's contents and when it would open in May last year. Items … View moreBy local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
A time capsule is biding its time before being entombed in the new Te Whare Whakatere building in Ashburton.
The Ashburton District Council finalised details of the time capsule's contents and when it would open in May last year. Items detailing life in the Ashburton District in 2023 were collected ahead of the building opening.
The building eventually opened to the public in January, but it is yet to have an official opening, meaning the time capsule remains incomplete.
People and facilities group manager Sarah Mosley said the delay will not impact the capsule's contents.
“Although the time capsule is yet to be placed within Te Whare Whakatere, the contents and 2078 opening date remain as agreed by council.
“While some content is 2023-24 based, the information and photographs included are still relevant and representative of our town and district.”
There are a few final items still to be added, Mosley said.
“We have recently received paper-based archives from Te Rūnanga o Arowhenua which include a photo of the marae.
“Media publications regarding Te Whare Whakatere’s official opening date will also be added following the event.”
Once the official opening is held, coverage of the opening will be the final addition to the capsule before it is sealed in place.
It will sit behind a section of tinted glass at a low height along the Havelock St entrance ramp, Mosely said.
The capsule contents, such as test tube samples of seeds grown in the district, are being stored at the Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum, Mosley said.
Museum archivist Connor Lysaght has previously described the capsule as “almost like a Russian nesting doll”, with a stainless steel inner box and wooden outer box that will be placed in the wall cavity.
Councillors set the opening date for 2078, to coincide with the 200th anniversary of the Ashburton County Council, which is two years after the 200th anniversary of the Ashburton Borough Council.
Time capsule items include:
- All resolutions of the council regarding the design and construction of the building
- Photographs from the official opening
- Floor and elevation plans of the building
- Large district map containing all road names
- Aerial photographs of townships
- Photographs with captions of significant facilities and places, district landmarks and significant events, reserves, flora and fauna, lakes and other natural landmarks
- Environmental reports
- Infographic report profiling the district’s population
- List of clubs, organisations, churches, health and other facilities and services
- Yearbooks from Ashburton College, Mount Hutt College
- Arowhenua rūnanga archives
- The Hakatere Home and Heritage book which shows the growing ethnic diversity of Ashburton society
- Examples of district-manufactured goods
- A test tube sample of seeds grown within the district, and quantity facts
- An edition of the Ashburton Guardian and community newsletters
- Comments collated from the community about the best thing about living in the Ashburton District
By local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
After years of negotiation, the Ashburton pavilion on Walnut Ave is now under council ownership.
The Ashburton District Council is also in the final stages of acquiring the domain oval pavilion, with the aim of revitalising the two community … View moreBy local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
After years of negotiation, the Ashburton pavilion on Walnut Ave is now under council ownership.
The Ashburton District Council is also in the final stages of acquiring the domain oval pavilion, with the aim of revitalising the two community landmarks.
With the council taking responsibility for the dilapidated pavilions, ratepayers will pick up the bill for the maintenance and ongoing operational costs.
Council’s business support group manager Leanne Macdonald said the process has been ongoing for over three years.
“The work has only really progressed positively over the last 18 months.”
Both buildings are assets listed in the Ashburton Domain Development Plan adopted by the council in 2020, she said.
They’re are predominantly used by sport groups but also utilised by community groups.
The buildings had been run by community trusts.
“The trusts really only existed for the purpose of owning the buildings, and will dissolve when no longer needed, but it is fair to say that community interest in being on either trust had dwindled over recent years.
“With no community group to maintain them, it has fallen to council.
“The Walnut Avenue pavilion has been acquired already, but negotiations continue over the acquisition of the oval pavilion.”
The council has budgeted $150k for initial work on the Walnut Ave pavilion and repairs and maintenance has already begun, Macdonald said.
Further work will be scheduled over the next few years “to give the pavilion a good refresh”.
“The interior has been cleaned already and will be painted, lights will be upgraded and new carpet has been ordered. The exterior of the building will also be painted.
“The work is considered operational and the full refresh is expected to be achieved over the next few years, as budgets allow.”
Ownership transferred to the council on May 31 and signs were put up at the building explaining the change of ownership. The council has been in contact with the regular users, Macdonald said.
“We’re hoping to increase income from additional bookings once the building has been refreshed.”
Then there is the oval, which remains a work in progress.
There is $300,000 budgeted for repairs and maintenance but the council will not begin the work until it has reached an agreement on the ownership transfer, Macdonald said.
“The negotiations are sensitive and need to balance a good outcome for cricket and athletics in Mid Canterbury, against not spending too much ratepayer money.”
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience … View more91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
By local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
Ashburton's former council civic building will go on the market later this year.
With the construction of Te Whare Whakatere, the Ashburton District Council’s new library and civic centre, the plan was always to sell off the old library and … View moreBy local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
Ashburton's former council civic building will go on the market later this year.
With the construction of Te Whare Whakatere, the Ashburton District Council’s new library and civic centre, the plan was always to sell off the old library and civic buildings to help pay for the new building.
Initially budgeted at $56.7 million, before its completion the council had signalled an overrun in the region of 10%.
Chief executive Hamish Riach said finalising the costs of completing Te Whare Whakatere “remains a work in progress”.
Councillors have meanwhile approved the tender process to sell several relocatable buildings and a deadline sale process for the former civic administration building and surrounding land, Riach said.
“The money raised will help offset the cost of building Te Whare Whakatere.”
The old public library site was sold to CBR Properties Limited for $1.1 million in May, and the company's directors, Barry and Chris Redmond, have yet to reveal their plans for the site.
The council is now looking for a real estate agent to sell the former three-storey civic building and land, which consists of four separate titles, with a total land area of 5059m2.
Real estate agencies interested in selling the old council building and land need to apply by August 7 and a successful agency will then be selected following the tender evaluation process.
The council wants the property on the market by mid-September with a deadline sale end date in November.
Tenders are also being called for from people interested in buying its surplus relocatable buildings, including the former temporary council chamber.
The temporary chamber, the staff tearoom, and 10 garages associated with the old civic building at 5 Baring Square West are up for tender, along with three relocatable classrooms at the old polytech site on Cameron St.
The tender deadline for the relocatable buildings closes on August 23.
“The successful tenderers will ultimately be decided by councillors, so that means a community group hoping to use one of the buildings for a good cause will have as much opportunity as a business wanting it for a commercial purpose,” Riach said.
The council hope to have all the buildings and land sold by the end of the year.
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