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1270 days ago

We Say/You Say: Floods

Reporter Northern Outlook

Hi Canterbury,

How's your community doing after the floods? Are you satisfied with the emergency response?

It's been over a week since 400% of the monthly average rainfall caused flooding in Canterbury, with multiple districts plunged into a state of emergency.

River engineers … View more
Hi Canterbury,

How's your community doing after the floods? Are you satisfied with the emergency response?

It's been over a week since 400% of the monthly average rainfall caused flooding in Canterbury, with multiple districts plunged into a state of emergency.

River engineers are working across the region, with sites being strengthened by machinery. Environment Canterbury Rivers manager, Leigh Griffiths, says that teams are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels across the region.

"We're working closely with Civil Defence and the MetService to monitor the situation and will be posting rainfall and river flow updates on our website as the situation develops. We suggest that people avoid rivers and check the road conditions before travelling," he said.

The weather event triggered a state of emergency, hundreds of evacuations, and closed roads and bridges throughout the region. The red heavy rain warning was issued on Saturday night, the second since the warning's inception.

Share your experiences below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Northern Outlook.

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1270 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Help us house families with hospitalised children. Join the fight to fund a night. Find out more

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1274 days ago

FEIJOAS wanted

Trish from Rangiora

Does anyone have spare feijoas please? Two of us love them and just want to use anyone's surplus. Thanks in advance.

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1271 days ago

Kitchen

Jenny from Kaiapoi

Morning I am putting this up here before Builderscrack to see if any locals are interested.
I am in need of advice on what are structural walls and then a quote to put in a new kitchen, once this is complete I will be doing the rest of this house, bit by bit, Im in no rush for anything to be done… View more
Morning I am putting this up here before Builderscrack to see if any locals are interested.
I am in need of advice on what are structural walls and then a quote to put in a new kitchen, once this is complete I will be doing the rest of this house, bit by bit, Im in no rush for anything to be done but I need to make a start sooner rather than later, thanks in advance Jenny

1273 days ago

PARTIES and Neighbors

Kristina from Swannanoa - Ohoka

HEY GUYS

So I'm not a Party pooper but there is a good level in which you play your Party music.

Yes I get it is a long weekend perfect for a Party BUT some people are still wanting to get their sleep... 10pm is a good time to turn the music DOWN and the Base DOWN.

you don't have to… View more
HEY GUYS

So I'm not a Party pooper but there is a good level in which you play your Party music.

Yes I get it is a long weekend perfect for a Party BUT some people are still wanting to get their sleep... 10pm is a good time to turn the music DOWN and the Base DOWN.

you don't have to turn it off just DOWN to a level that is suitable for the people who live around you.

WE DONT WANNA HEAR DUBSTEP OR HEAVE BASE from across 3 and a half paddocks at 11pm at night even if it is a long weekend.


PLEASE AND THANK YOU 😊

1271 days ago

Runner attempting 100km in gumboots to fundraise for stricken farmers

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

George Black knows he won’t save the world’s problems by running 100 kilometres in gumboots, but he at least hopes to ease some for Canterbury farmers.

The 24-year-old will this week run from North Canterbury to Christchurch – in size 8 Red Band gumboots – in the hopes of at least raising … View more
George Black knows he won’t save the world’s problems by running 100 kilometres in gumboots, but he at least hopes to ease some for Canterbury farmers.

The 24-year-old will this week run from North Canterbury to Christchurch – in size 8 Red Band gumboots – in the hopes of at least raising $10,000 for farmers going through tough times.

On Thursday, the real estate agent will run from The Peaks in Hawarden, to Amberley, across to Rangiora, and then from there to Hagley Park.

Good luck George!

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1271 days ago

Go Wireless and get $20* credit each month!

Spark

Ever thought about switching to Wireless Broadband? Rangiora and Kaiapoi are in a great spot to connect to internet that runs over our reliable 4G network. It’s simple to set up with no contractors or digging up your driveway - just plug in your modem and away you go.

Plus, … View more
Ever thought about switching to Wireless Broadband? Rangiora and Kaiapoi are in a great spot to connect to internet that runs over our reliable 4G network. It’s simple to set up with no contractors or digging up your driveway - just plug in your modem and away you go.

Plus, sign up before 30 June & you’ll get $20* credit every month for the life of your plan. That could save you $240* a year by making the switch to Wireless.

*Wireless not available everywhere. Spark modem is required and not included in plan pricing. Spark terms & credit criteria apply.
Find out more

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1272 days ago

Rangiora Tennis Club Final ever event – Lunch Sunday 20 June 2021

Laurence from Rangiora

The Rangiora Tennis Club is holding its very last event as the Club closes in anticipation of a joint move with Southbrook Tennis Club members to a new combined club facility down Coldstream Road, Rangiora.
A luncheon is to be held commencing at 12.00pm on Sunday 20 June 2021 at the Rangiora … View more
The Rangiora Tennis Club is holding its very last event as the Club closes in anticipation of a joint move with Southbrook Tennis Club members to a new combined club facility down Coldstream Road, Rangiora.
A luncheon is to be held commencing at 12.00pm on Sunday 20 June 2021 at the Rangiora Returned Services Association (RSA) located at 82 Victoria Street, Rangiora.
A very warm welcome to attend the luncheon is given to both current and previous members of the Rangiora Tennis Club. Please come along and celebrate the history, success and reminisce about many years of both tennis and the people who have been involved in the Club.

Please RSVP by Sunday 13 June 2021, or for more information please contact Karyn Toulson 0210335910 or email rangioratennisclub@gmail.com

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1278 days ago

'Soft and slumping' Ashburton bridge closed on SH1 after extreme wet weather

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Flood-hit Ashburton Bridge on SH1 has now closed and there is currently no alternate route south with other road options also closed.

Ashburton Mayor Neil Brown said the water in the Ashburton River had got into the piles of the bridge, causing a subsidence in the piles.

“The bridge has … View more
Flood-hit Ashburton Bridge on SH1 has now closed and there is currently no alternate route south with other road options also closed.

Ashburton Mayor Neil Brown said the water in the Ashburton River had got into the piles of the bridge, causing a subsidence in the piles.

“The bridge has dropped and you can visually see one section of the bridge is dropped about four to six inches."

Engineers would assess the bridge to see what was required to fix it.

The bridge closure had divided the town into town and cut off part of the South Island. Staff were working hard to open one route by Tuesday night to get south of Ashburton.

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1272 days ago

Cat Door

Bibby from Rangiora

Cat door for sale.

Price: $50

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1272 days ago

Curtains

Bibby from Rangiora

I have 2 pairs of full length fawn curtains for sale,fully lined.
Sorry no photos.$60 a pair.

Negotiable

1272 days ago

PAINTING AND DECORATING

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 25 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 25 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.

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1273 days ago

POTTED DAFFODIL AND HYACINTHS IN FLOWER

Arthur from Rangiora

Potted Daffodil and Hyacinths in flower now for sale. 4 per pot at only $7.00 and 3 per pot at $5.00 Hyacinths 3 per pot at $7.00. Cash sales only. Available at 20 Cassino street Rangiora today, phone 03 745 91 48.

Negotiable

1274 days ago

Family Friendly Service and Discussion

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

Paul and Lesley Askin's family-friendly monthly service will be held at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm, Sunday, 4 July. Bring a plate of finger food for a light meal afterwards.
39 Canterbury St, Ashley. Remember to dress warmly and go before you come as there are no toilet … View more
Paul and Lesley Askin's family-friendly monthly service will be held at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm, Sunday, 4 July. Bring a plate of finger food for a light meal afterwards.
39 Canterbury St, Ashley. Remember to dress warmly and go before you come as there are no toilet facilities.

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1274 days ago

Repair Job

Frances from Kaiapoi

Hey neighbours I need someone to do a wee repair Job. After the bad weather a piece of screen on top of my fence has come off. Does anyone know who can help me please. Thank you

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