Fernside, Rangiora

2594 days ago

Snow-vember for the South Island

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Parts of the South Island have been plunged back into winter, with roads closed and snow warnings issued.

Snow is expected to keep falling in much of the South Island down to 500 metres today.

To read more, click here.

How's the weather where you are?

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2594 days ago

New 13.5-metre water slide and pools planned for Hanmer Springs

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The proposed slide will send riders shooting down a winding hydroslide in two-person tubes, before going down a steep drop that propels them up a near-vertical wall for a moment of weightlessness before zooming back down onto the slide's finish.

Plans for the $4.3 million development, … View more
The proposed slide will send riders shooting down a winding hydroslide in two-person tubes, before going down a steep drop that propels them up a near-vertical wall for a moment of weightlessness before zooming back down onto the slide's finish.

Plans for the $4.3 million development, announced on Monday, also include five new thermal pools.

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2594 days ago

Leather couch

Mary from Woodend

Green leather couch 3 seater. Damaged arm which a piece of duck tape would patch.

Price: $60

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2594 days ago

Neighbours Day Roadshow - we made it to your neighbourhood!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Day 3 saw us hosted by Welcoming Communities Ashburton for our first workshop. We got to hear all about the amazing work going on with Neighbourhood Support, the newcomers network and the cool peeps at Mid Canterbury TimeBank. Then we shot up north to visit the AMAZING crew at Waimakariri District … View moreDay 3 saw us hosted by Welcoming Communities Ashburton for our first workshop. We got to hear all about the amazing work going on with Neighbourhood Support, the newcomers network and the cool peeps at Mid Canterbury TimeBank. Then we shot up north to visit the AMAZING crew at Waimakariri District Council who are putting on some amazing events in parks in the next few months. We also got to meet Manda at North Canterbury Chicken Rescue, and some of the amazing volunteers at It Takes a Village! Incredible stuff happening across Canterbury

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2594 days ago

Drier clothes

Mary from Woodend

Good working order, but very old no spare parts now available.

Free

2601 days ago

How are you affected by the teachers' strike?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.

About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling … View more
Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.

About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling strikes, and even bigger strikes including both primary and secondary school teachers haven't been ruled out yet.

Teachers say the strike action is calling for better pay and working conditions, more learning support, including for children with special needs, and smaller class sizes.

So, do you support the strike action? Or do you think they should have accepted the previous offer? Are you a striking teacher? Or a parent that's been affected by the strike action? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2595 days ago

Great gift for that 'Hard to buy for' person in your life

Susan from

Do you have someone to buy for this Christmas that is really difficult to buy for, we have a great solution.

A beautifully presented gift pack containing a choice of 3 of our honey flavours for just $29.50. All packed in glass jars, you can choose from
Creamed Clover, Honey Dew (Runny Honey),… View more
Do you have someone to buy for this Christmas that is really difficult to buy for, we have a great solution.

A beautifully presented gift pack containing a choice of 3 of our honey flavours for just $29.50. All packed in glass jars, you can choose from
Creamed Clover, Honey Dew (Runny Honey), Manuka or Thyme honey.

100% Kiwi 100% Natural 100% Pure

Get your orders in early to avoid disappointment.
Please email: honeysales@queenbeez.net.nz

Negotiable

2595 days ago

Women: you can totally nail trades

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.

A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did … View more
If you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.

A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did a pre-trade course in electrical studies with us at Ara Institute of Canterbury. Tepora achieved 93% in her final exams – an outstanding result – and is now on her way to becoming a qualified electrician. We love helping female students into trades careers.

If this sounds like your kind of thing, explore your options here.
Find out more!

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2595 days ago

Pinesbeach Gala Sunday 25th November

Linda from Kaiapoi

Family Fun Day 10am till 3pm. Stalls Arts and craft, 2nd Hand, Food, all kinds. Baby Show, Miss/ Master Pines Beach, Running races etc. All day entertainment Natural Magic, Sport Suzy. Bands and lots more

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2595 days ago

Timeshare Queenstown.

Tracy from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Floating week timeshare at The Ridge Resort on Goldfield Heights. Friday to Friday week.

Price: $2,500

2595 days ago

Quality Soy Candles, Soap, Bath Bombs and Diffuser Reeds for Christmas

Sharon from Rangiora

Are you looking for some beautiful gift ideas for Christmas. Check out my handmade cold press soaps and 100% soy candles on my facebook page.  www.facebook.com... or my website www.sharonmiller.nz... for pricing

Negotiable

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2597 days ago

This IS overcharging - $2000 or $2500 PLUS 'disbursements' - for straight-forward probate? No....

Director / lawyer from Kiwilaw

Someone elsewhere in New Zealand (whose identity or locality I shall not disclose) told me of two law firms who quoted $2000 and $2500 respectively, plus disbursements, for an application for probate.

I can confirm that there was nothing complicated about the application. It fell easily within my… View more
Someone elsewhere in New Zealand (whose identity or locality I shall not disclose) told me of two law firms who quoted $2000 and $2500 respectively, plus disbursements, for an application for probate.

I can confirm that there was nothing complicated about the application. It fell easily within my standard application service for $400.

That is price gouging. There is no basis for it. None. (And yes, you may quote me.)

2596 days ago

Marlon Williams in Christchurch!

Eccles Entertainment

In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Townhall
When: Sunday 3rd … View more
In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Townhall
When: Sunday 3rd March 2019

Ticketek member’s pre-sale runs from 9am – 5pm NZ on Thursday 22nd November from www.ticketek.co.nz

General public tickets on sale 12.00pm NZ Friday 23rd November from www.ticketek.co.nz
Find out more!

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2596 days ago

Garden Diary 2019 early bird offer!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Use the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, … View moreUse the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, troubleshooting tips and delicious seasonal recipes so you can make the most of your homegrown harvests. Order before the official on-sale date for $11.90 (save $4). Early bird special price runs until November 25, 2018.

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2596 days ago

Need ham for Christmas?

Farmlands

Spend $1,000 in a single transaction on selected products at Farmlands and get a FREE half ham on the bone. Find out more!

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