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2793 days ago

Join us for Neighbours Day!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Less than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at … View moreLess than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at Kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and let us know what you're up to.

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2796 days ago

Old Countdown Central site in Rangiora.

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Northern Outlook

There's been a few rumors circulating regarding what could happen with the old Countdown Rangiora Central site.
After making some phone calls, the Northern Outlook can confirm that neither Rebel Sport nor Number One Shoe Warehouse have plans to move into the building. A Waimakariri District … View more
There's been a few rumors circulating regarding what could happen with the old Countdown Rangiora Central site.
After making some phone calls, the Northern Outlook can confirm that neither Rebel Sport nor Number One Shoe Warehouse have plans to move into the building. A Waimakariri District Council spokesperson said there had as yet been no resource consent lodged to council regarding the site.
We will continue to follow the matter and will run a story when we have an update.
Have a great weekend team.

2796 days ago

Good Night, Sleep Tight

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Northern Outlook

Being cold and uncomfortable at night really wrecks a good sleep.
And a bad sleep more often than not translates into a bad day, especially for school age children. 
St Vincent de Paul society operations manager Penny Marks said there was great need among the disadvantaged for something as … View more
Being cold and uncomfortable at night really wrecks a good sleep.
And a bad sleep more often than not translates into a bad day, especially for school age children. 
St Vincent de Paul society operations manager Penny Marks said there was great need among the disadvantaged for something as ...

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2798 days ago

Praying in the church of hard knocks

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Northern Outlook

The thump of fists on pads is what's being preached now at the old church on Southbrook Rd, Rangiora. The Rangiora Boxing club opened the doors of its new location on Monday night.
Club coach Lee Maddon was ecstatic they would finally have space to fit the whole club. "We started in … View more
The thump of fists on pads is what's being preached now at the old church on Southbrook Rd, Rangiora. The Rangiora Boxing club opened the doors of its new location on Monday night.
Club coach Lee Maddon was ecstatic they would finally have space to fit the whole club. "We started in January ...

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2801 days ago

Student Volunteer Army

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

On Saturday, 750 students helped with a massive clean-up at South Shore Spit. What a wonderful bunch. But there are other awesome volunteers in our community. Tell us about those you know who deserve a public thank you.

2801 days ago

Do you know where to get cheap fuel?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you know the cheapest place to get petrol in or around your neighbourhood? Share your tips below and help your neighbours out! Plus make sure you check to see if you're a $100 petrol voucher instant winner!

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2804 days ago

Crunch time on Friday for firefighting efforts near Hanmer Springs

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Northern Outlook

Firefighters are getting closer to bringing fires near Hanmer Springs under control, but strong winds forecast on Friday have some worried.

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2804 days ago

Know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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2806 days ago

Can you help Pedal for Plunket?

The Warehouse

We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket Watch the video

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2808 days ago

Is this The Press's oldest subscriber?

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

A very happy birthday to Pauline Valentine who turns 100 today. She has subscribed to The Press for 79 years and may be our longest-continuous subscriber. We'd love to hear from you if you know anyone who can beat her record.

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2809 days ago

Do you want to see a change to Daylight Savings? Vote now!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Share your thoughts on whether you love or loathe this idea and make sure you vote in our Daylight Savings poll too.

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