Fernside, Rangiora

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

928 days ago

Triple-bay compost bin

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Create your own triple compost bin and stain in Resene Waterborne Woodsman. Use the handy compartments for fresh scraps, decomposing material and usable compost.
Find out how to create your own.

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928 days ago

The future is in good hands

LIC

While farming has changed significantly through the generations, LIC has had the privilege of journeying alongside farmers, their families and their businesses and have made constant improvements to deliver superior genetics and technology in response.

Visit our website to find out more about … View more
While farming has changed significantly through the generations, LIC has had the privilege of journeying alongside farmers, their families and their businesses and have made constant improvements to deliver superior genetics and technology in response.

Visit our website to find out more about how these advances are getting the next generation interested in dairy farming.
Find out more

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929 days ago

When was the last time you cleaned your heat pump?

Harcourts Four Seasons Realty 2017 Ltd

If your heat pump is not pushing much air flow into your home, it could be because your heat pump filter is blocked.

As a guide, you should clean the filter every 8 to 12 weeks depending on how often you use your heat pump.

It is a very easy process and something you can do yourself.

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929 days ago

Community health provider calls for urgent rethink on rural health: ‘Issues need to be addressed now’

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

From local democracy reporter Adam Burns:

A Canterbury community health service provider believes the Government is ignoring rural healthcare inequities despite problems continuing to be voiced “loud and clear”.

Concerns continue to mount around the omission of rural communities within the … View more
From local democracy reporter Adam Burns:

A Canterbury community health service provider believes the Government is ignoring rural healthcare inequities despite problems continuing to be voiced “loud and clear”.

Concerns continue to mount around the omission of rural communities within the Government's health reform roll-out, which has dismayed rural health leaders.

The Pae Ora Healthy Futures Bill was recently considered at a parliamentary select committee and did not list rural people as a priority population group.

Canterbury health service agency Waitaha Primary Health said rural health outcomes trail those of national urban populations and the outcomes are even worse for Māori.

Chief executive Bill Eschenbach called upon the Government to prioritise rural health in the planned legislation and to urgently address problems rural communities were facing.

“These inequities are not a surprise and as an organisation we have been proactive in working with our national partners to ensure the voice of rural people in terms of health outcomes is heard loud and clear,” he said.

Some 750,000 rural people generated 50% of New Zealand’s GDP, he said.

He added rural disparities were frequently highlighted in Heather Simpson’s Health and Disability Review, the same report which proposed centralisation of the health sector.

“We note that rural disparities or inequities were highlighted in the review 84 times,” he said.

“Waitaha’s concern is that if rural is not identified in the legislation, will Health NZ and the Maori Health Authority be accountable for rural health outcomes.”

There was further unease around the current health workforce, which has “retracted over recent years”, with access to health interventions not being as readily available to those in rural areas.

“These two issues need to be addressed now,” Eschenbach said.

Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey echoed concerns of rural voices being lost in the transition.

“As the Canterbury District Health Board gets disestablished there is a real threat that rural and regional voices will be lost in this new mega health entity run out of Wellington,” he said.

Four hospitals in Canterbury were temporarily closed in March as the Omicron outbreak bore down on the country, sparking community fears the move was permanent.

An after hours medical facility in Rangiora also remains entrenched in the planning stages after it was first confirmed in 2020.

“Waimakariri residents should be worried that commitments to open both after-hours and Oxford hospitals could be overlooked in the restructure,” Doocey said.

*Local Democracy Reporting is Public Interest Journalism funded through NZ On Air

929 days ago

Want to go shopping without leaving your couch?

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare is the home of easy and free to use comparison sites. We’re passionate about helping Kiwis compare what’s out there, so we wanted to introduce you to a new member of our brand family – PriceMe!

PriceMe is NZ's largest comparison-shopping site, sounds fun right?! Whether … View more
NZ Compare is the home of easy and free to use comparison sites. We’re passionate about helping Kiwis compare what’s out there, so we wanted to introduce you to a new member of our brand family – PriceMe!

PriceMe is NZ's largest comparison-shopping site, sounds fun right?! Whether you're buying electronics, appliances, smartphones or watches, hair straighteners or any other everyday household or office product – find the best prices on PriceMe.

Make it your first stop, not an afterthought Neighbours!

Plus, you don’t need to leave the house! Shopping made simple, just how we like it.
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930 days ago

Travelling our own backyard has never felt so good!

Classic Events

Hi Neighbours! The NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan & Leisure Show is back at Christchurch Arena later this month, with everything you need for when you travel around our gorgeous country … to make it the best trip yet!

Over 2 days, you’ll find your favourite brands of motorhome & caravans, … View more
Hi Neighbours! The NZMCA Motorhome, Caravan & Leisure Show is back at Christchurch Arena later this month, with everything you need for when you travel around our gorgeous country … to make it the best trip yet!

Over 2 days, you’ll find your favourite brands of motorhome & caravans, new products, innovative accessories and some unbeatable deals. Everything from fiberglass trailers to portable washing machines, inflatable boats to electric bikes to LED TVs!

Tickets are $15 online, or get them at the door. Come and see our friendly exhibitors over show weekend, they can’t wait to meet you!

Saturday 21 st May 9am – 5pm
Sunday 22 nd May 9am – 4pm
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935 days ago

Government ministers to join discussions over Greater Christchurch's future

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

From reporter Steven Walton:
What will Greater Christchurch look like when one million people live here? Where will the big roads be, where will all the housing be built?

These are the questions that fall to a committee of Canterbury mayors, Ngāi Tahu, and transport authorities. Now it is set to … View more
From reporter Steven Walton:
What will Greater Christchurch look like when one million people live here? Where will the big roads be, where will all the housing be built?

These are the questions that fall to a committee of Canterbury mayors, Ngāi Tahu, and transport authorities. Now it is set to be bolstered, with Housing Minister Megan Woods and Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta getting a seat at the table.

The Government is teaming up with local authorities to plan what Greater Christchurch, the area covering Waimakariri, Christchurch City, and Selwyn, will look like in 30 years time.

Called Whakawhanake Kāinga (Urban Growth Partnership) Committee, it will be tasked with determining how the region can grow sustainably – ensuring that as the population increases, carbon emissions and house prices head the other way.

The first meeting will be on May 13. Continue reading here.

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931 days ago

Stand up Comedy

Tina from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Looking for something to do for fun? Stand up comedy at the Wigram Hotel an exciting night out. Open Mic night. Have you always wanted to try Stand up comedy? Do people laugh at your jokes already in real life ? Come on out have a drink and give it a real try in front of people who don't know … View moreLooking for something to do for fun? Stand up comedy at the Wigram Hotel an exciting night out. Open Mic night. Have you always wanted to try Stand up comedy? Do people laugh at your jokes already in real life ? Come on out have a drink and give it a real try in front of people who don't know you and score you could be the next big comic in New Zealand.

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931 days ago

Enviro Painters Limited

Enviro Painters Ltd

Enviro Painters Ltd are a professional and friendly company that prides itself on customer satisfaction.
We specialise in all aspects of painting and decorating be it your new home or renovation interior or exterior.
All staff are Trade Qualified and i have over 27 years in the trade giving you … View more
Enviro Painters Ltd are a professional and friendly company that prides itself on customer satisfaction.
We specialise in all aspects of painting and decorating be it your new home or renovation interior or exterior.
All staff are Trade Qualified and i have over 27 years in the trade giving you peace of mind that you will be dealing with a professional. We service all of North Canterbury and Christchurch.

I Look forward to meeting you onsite to discuss your project.
021 226 8476
Enviropainterltd.co.nz

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931 days ago

Does your business need a better broadband plan?

The Team from NZ Compare

Business is tough and finding the right broadband plan or provider can be just as rough, so let's make it a little easier.

We want you to focus on achieving your strategy, not going from site to site, call to call to get a good deal! So we've launched Business Compare - a simple, free … View more
Business is tough and finding the right broadband plan or provider can be just as rough, so let's make it a little easier.

We want you to focus on achieving your strategy, not going from site to site, call to call to get a good deal! So we've launched Business Compare - a simple, free to use website that will help you compare NZ broadband retailers that supply businesses just like yours!

NZ Compare is here to help Kiwi businesses find the right plan, the right provider, the right fit. Go visit Business Compare now!

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931 days ago

Dishwasher VOGUE Neon Freestanding 14 Place Stainless Steel

Geoff from Sefton

Near new, sleek modern design Model No. 340300
Compact size W 600mm x D 600mm x H 845mm
Features include:
Third Layer Cutlery Tray
Adjustable Upper Basket For Large Dishes
Electronic Control With LED Display
6 Washing Programs – Intensive, Heavy, Normal, Rapid, Rinse and Soak Mode
Wine … View more
Near new, sleek modern design Model No. 340300
Compact size W 600mm x D 600mm x H 845mm
Features include:
Third Layer Cutlery Tray
Adjustable Upper Basket For Large Dishes
Electronic Control With LED Display
6 Washing Programs – Intensive, Heavy, Normal, Rapid, Rinse and Soak Mode
Wine Glass Holder
Child Lock
Delay Start
Water rating 4.5 stars
Energy rating 3.5 stars
Noise level 44 db
Power supply 220-240v
Has several great features and is super easy to use, with 6 washing programmes for every type of dish, a concealed cutlery tray, wine glass holder, delayed start and even a child-lock for additional safety. And with 14 places, it's ideal for a family. It has a modern appearance, with its digital LED display and a stainless steel finish, making it perfect to upgrade the look of your kitchen. It also has 3.5 energy and 4.5 water star rating, which means it’s an eco-friendly choice for your home.
Lightly used for just under 6 months, selling because it no longer fits in our remodeled kitchen.

Price: $375

932 days ago

ARE YOU IN PAIN? HAVE A WOUND THAT WONT HEAL? ACNE?

Rae from

Bioptron Quantum Hyperlight (Hyperpolarized Light) is what you need. Accelerated Healing & Pain Relief.
Do you experience muscular back pain on the upper or lower back? Do you experience arthritic pain in several areas of your body (e.g. legs, shoulders, neck, back, arms)? Would you like to … View more
Bioptron Quantum Hyperlight (Hyperpolarized Light) is what you need. Accelerated Healing & Pain Relief.
Do you experience muscular back pain on the upper or lower back? Do you experience arthritic pain in several areas of your body (e.g. legs, shoulders, neck, back, arms)? Would you like to have younger looking skin?

For a solution to relieving and managing musculoskeletal pain or stiffness of the joints look no further than BIOPTRON Light Therapy.

Clinically proven and certified for the medical treatment of pain, BIOPTRON polarized light therapy penetrates deep into the tissue accelerating healing, radically reducing inflammation and promoting blood circulation.

Pain does not need to be part of your everyday life.

BIOPTRON Light Therapy relieves pain effectively and safely from arthritis, low back pain, upper back and neck pain, sports injuries and other ailments. Feel better with just ten minutes of BIOPTRON Light Therapy treatment per day. 100% safe for all skin types, with no known side-effects,

Nobel Prize winning technology effectively treats and prevents a remarkable range of medical condition's, including: Chronic Pain, Neck & Back Pain, Wounds/Scars, Acne & Psoriasis, Sports Injuries, Ageing, Inflammation, Arthritis, Immune System.

The medically effective light source emits sunlight with a controlled intensity and light spectrum, but without harmful UV radiation. The light stimulates all the processes involved in skin regeneration in the dermis and subcutis: from accelerated wound healing and anti-inflammatory action, to increased collagen-elastin synthesis as part of anti-aging therapies Book a session with me now. I live in Rangiora and would love to meet you.
More information here: www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Price: $20

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933 days ago

Wanted polystyrene boxes

Jennifer from Woodend

Hi does anyone have polystyrene boxes with lids

Free

934 days ago

The ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

Vision College

Does your teen disengage at school?

At Vision College we offer our free 'Ultimate' programme, designed for 16-19 year olds who haven’t enjoyed school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future.

Students gain valuable life and employment skillsView more
Does your teen disengage at school?

At Vision College we offer our free 'Ultimate' programme, designed for 16-19 year olds who haven’t enjoyed school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future.

Students gain valuable life and employment skills that prepare them for life outside of study, all while achieving the NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 1 and 2, both NZQA qualifications, in just one year.
Find out more

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934 days ago

Concrete planter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

This modern, stylish planter finished in Resene is a great option to show off a statement plant. Find out how to create your own.

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