Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

486 days ago

The most beautiful spot in every region of NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in … View more
Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in NZ's regions? Do you have a favourite spot in the Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury, Southland or elsewhere?
Feel free to comment below, send me a message or email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. Please include 'NFP' in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in an article. Thanks in advance for taking the time to share.

480 days ago

This Saturday a 50th Anniversary Show of Radio Avon

Ian from Belfast

Radio Avon Returns to the Airwaves on Plains Fm 96.9fm
A Two Hour 50th Anniversary Show
This Saturday From 10am to Noon
Bring back all those great memories of
Murray (Muzza) Inglis - Lee Hanner - Morry Shanahan
- Mike Richardson - Mike Lynch - Ric Ditchburn
- The Lucky Five dollar notes -… View more
Radio Avon Returns to the Airwaves on Plains Fm 96.9fm
A Two Hour 50th Anniversary Show
This Saturday From 10am to Noon
Bring back all those great memories of
Murray (Muzza) Inglis - Lee Hanner - Morry Shanahan
- Mike Richardson - Mike Lynch - Ric Ditchburn
- The Lucky Five dollar notes - The Radio Avon Jiggles
Enjoy
Ian

484 days ago

Poll: Is the letterbox obsolete?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With online being the main mode of communication these days, it's no wonder that there has been a worldwide mail decline and here in Aotearoa, NZ Post has needed to lay off 750 full-time staff. Do you think it's time to say goodbye to the trusty letterbox?

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Is the letterbox obsolete?
  • 5.3% Yes, it can go!
    5.3% Complete
  • 34.1% Not just yet, I still use it
    34.1% Complete
  • 60.6% Never, there'll always be a need for it
    60.6% Complete
3118 votes
507 days ago

Fund Raising

Tom from Rangiora

SUPPORT MY CHALLENGE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR GUIDE DOGS
I've gone barking mad, and I'm taking part in the PAWGUST challenge to raise funds for Guide Dogs.

Snow, rain, hail or shine, this August, I will be pounding the pavement!

Did you know it costs in excess of $50,000 to breed, raise… View more
SUPPORT MY CHALLENGE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR GUIDE DOGS
I've gone barking mad, and I'm taking part in the PAWGUST challenge to raise funds for Guide Dogs.

Snow, rain, hail or shine, this August, I will be pounding the pavement!

Did you know it costs in excess of $50,000 to breed, raise and train just ONE Guide Dog?! With thousands of dogs being trained each year, every dollar counts. I need your help so that together, we can create a world where everyone who needs a Guide Dog has a Guide Dog.

Please make a once off donation of any amount to support my challenge today. Every bit counts.
www.pawgust.com.au...

There have been 6 donors already ~ you know who you are ~ THANK YOU!

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482 days ago

Could you spot the signs of a heart attack?

Heart Foundation NZ

Heart attack is a leading cause of death in New Zealand.
Learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack, so you know what to do if you see or experience them. Don’t try to walk it off, wash it off or push through it. Make the right call, it may save your life.

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483 days ago

Kinder communities

Nevine from Rangiora

There is a little coffee shop, where two people arrive and approached the counter.
“Five coffees ☕️please. Two for us and three hanging.”
They paid, they took their two coffees and left.
I asked the waiter. "What’s this about hanging coffees?"
“Wait and you'll see."
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There is a little coffee shop, where two people arrive and approached the counter.
“Five coffees ☕️please. Two for us and three hanging.”
They paid, they took their two coffees and left.
I asked the waiter. "What’s this about hanging coffees?"
“Wait and you'll see."
Some more people came in.
Two girls asked for a coffee each, they paid & left.
The following order was for seven coffees and it was made by three women - ‘three for them and four hanging coffees.’
I was left wondering...what is the meaning of the hanging coffees, they leave.
Then, a man dressed in worn clothes, who looks like he might be homeless, arrives at the counter and asks sincerely...
“Do you have a coffee hanging?"
“Yes we do, sir.”
They serve him a coffee.... I got my answer.
People pay in advance for a coffee that will be served to whoever can't afford a hot drink.
This tradition started in Naples.
Amazingly, it has spread throughout the world’s cities and towns.
It’s also possible to order not only "hanging coffees" but also a sandwich or a full low cost meal.
Wouldn’t it be great if we could all start doing this in the cities and towns where we live?
Small kindnesses like this can impact so many lives, in ways we could never imagine.
Maybe we should all try it.😊❤️🌹
Suspended Coffees

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481 days ago

fencing gear

Sue from Kaiapoi

posts, mixed sizes x12 1 standard gate and coil of sheep netting $200

Price: $200

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484 days ago

Alicraft Dingy

Sue from Kaiapoi

Aluminuim 4m long boat includes trailer
Needs new cable for gearbox
life jackets, tote tank, oar rollocks and 60m rope
phone or text 027 326 7131

Price: $2,000

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484 days ago

Electronic convertor

Corran from Rangiora

I need help me with a electronic convertor from 12volts to 6 volts for petrol gauge uses a small LM79XX chip. Can you ring 021565688. Thanks

Free

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486 days ago

Yoga

Jackie from Kaiapoi

Looking for yoga classes for mature people I’m a 72 yrs old female. Thks

486 days ago

Snow Chains $70 ONO

Beau from Oxford

Easy fit snow chains for large wheels. Don't need to move car to tension.

Bought from another seller for $70 that had put the wrong size.
Should fit 245/60R16

Brand was sold as Konig Zip Transport (possibly size 245).

Please come try on size.

Pick up in Oxford

Negotiable

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486 days ago

North Canterbury Wearable Arts

Jane from Oxford

Excited to announce tickets are now on sale and can be purchased through www.humanitix.co.nz....

This is going to be a great night - get in early, pay a little extra to get the best seats next to the stage/runway.
Wine/beer/food available on the night.

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WA23 AO Street Poster.pdf Download View

486 days ago

Colour your summer

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Get creative with colour with these art projects using Resene paints.

Find out how to get creative with these easy ideas.

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491 days ago

Poll: Should we pay people for giving blood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these … View moreThe Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these donations?

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Should we pay people for giving blood?
  • 31.8% Yes, it makes sense
    31.8% Complete
  • 50.7% No, that's too risky
    50.7% Complete
  • 17.6% I'd need more information
    17.6% Complete
2141 votes
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488 days ago

POTTED DAFFODILS

Arthur from Rangiora

I will be outside the FARMERS BUILDING in High street this afternoon from 1 pm and again tomorrow morning selling the mini daffodils, TETE-A-TETE for only $10 per pot with $3 per pot sold going to the CANCER SOCIETY.

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