Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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Helping hand #resenetip

Need to paint but need some help?  Resene Eco.Decorators can repaint your home with Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

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30 days ago

Cricut machine

Codie from Kaiapoi

Just seeing if anyone has a cricut machine? If you like it or not, pros and cons

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30 days ago

Beautiful Blue Dress

Elisabeth from Rangiora

Stunning dress. Size 18.

Price: $20

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30 days ago

Hearing Aid Battery's

Andrew from Kaiapoi

A13 Hearing Aid battery's 10 packets of 10 = 100 pickup from Kaiapoi
TXT 0226185696

Price: $50

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30 days ago

Brand New Purple Handbag

Elisabeth from Rangiora

New, comes with lots of pockets and detachable shoulder strap.

Price: $10

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30 days ago

Brand New Sandals

Elisabeth from Rangiora

These gorgeous shoes have medium heel. Size 10. Ph Liz 022 6259372

Price: $15

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30 days ago

Brand New Boots

Elisabeth from Rangiora

Unique ankle boots. Size 10. Pick up Rangiora.

Price: $20

32 days ago

wanted

Alan from Belfast

hi, my 3 yr old grand child.
has asked me to get number 24 of the Disney Pixar Domino Stars.
I have no idea what she's talking about, does anyone know about this thing.
If so, please may I have information on where and how to obtain one.
Thank you for reading.
Alan

32 days ago

Have you made a nomination yet?

Prospa

Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms … View more
Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms in town nominate them now and make a small business' day.

Share a few words about your favourite local now. You could help them win an incredible prize package worth $10,000.
Nominate now

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32 days ago

Sustainable Style. A Special Price.

Mazda NZ

If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is… View more
If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is perfect for zipping around your neighbourhood.

Find out more and book a test drive at your local Mazda Dealer today.
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32 days ago

These products have been recalled...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled during the month of February for varying reasons. Click on the item below to read more info:

Gluten Freedom Sourdough english muffins & bagels
Belazu vegan basil pesto
Waimata camembert cheese
Longbush camembert and brie
Dick Smith mini chainsaw
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These items have been recalled during the month of February for varying reasons. Click on the item below to read more info:

Gluten Freedom Sourdough english muffins & bagels
Belazu vegan basil pesto
Waimata camembert cheese
Longbush camembert and brie
Dick Smith mini chainsaw
Kids sequin skirt
Splosh Baby nesting bears
Timetech Ply Ltd chainsaws
Toshiba AC laptop adaptor

We hope this update helps your household stay safe. We'll keep you informed.

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34 days ago

Corokia 'Frosted Chocolate' Plants

Vicki from Rangiora

A good looking large-leafed chocolate-brown shrub with contrasting red berries. Colour intensifies in winter. Popular hedging option for coastal and urban areas. Only around 20 left. 20-30cm high. $4 per plant

Price: $4

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34 days ago

Waimakariri council’s bid to create more affordable housing

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Councils need to work with the Government to help find solutions to the housing crisis, Waimakariri deputy mayor Neville Atkinson (pictured) says.

The Waimakariri District Council has backed a Greater Christchurch Partnership Housing Action Plan, which … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Councils need to work with the Government to help find solutions to the housing crisis, Waimakariri deputy mayor Neville Atkinson (pictured) says.

The Waimakariri District Council has backed a Greater Christchurch Partnership Housing Action Plan, which recommended eight immediate actions for councils to tackle the region’s housing shortage.

Atkinson said the plan encouraged councils to investigate a range of options including making council and Crown-owned land available as leasehold land for housing, and asking banks if they would offer loans for those developments.

‘‘We will be talking to the banks to see what they can do to support people on leasehold land.

‘‘We need to look at how does local government try to influence their decisions to make it easier for people to get into homes.

‘‘And how do we work with Government and local government and whether there is the possibility of releasing some Crown land for affordable housing.’’

Atkinson said the question of what is affordable housing also needed to be defined.

The councils wanted to explore what intensification of the housing market might look like and whether it was practical.

The Labour and National parties joined forces to pass the Resource Management (Enabling Housing Supply and Other Matters) Amendment Act in December 2021.

The legislation made medium density standards the default for large towns in high growth areas, such as Greater Christchurch.

But the National-led Government has indicated it will relax the legislation to offer more flexibility.

‘‘It is OK to say we are going to allow intensification from Kaitaia to Bluff, but there are many different things to think about along the way,’’ Atkinson said.

‘‘Every town is different and intensification on Colombo St looks a lot different from intensification on King St in Rangiora.’’

Other options included investigating ‘‘inclusionary zoning’’ to increase the supply of social and affordable rental housing.

Inclusionary zoning has been introduced in Queenstown and Waikato and is seen as ‘‘a game-changer’’.

The councils will also investigate what incentives could encourage the development of affordable housing, rebates for social housing (which are offered in Christchurch) and models like the Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust (Christchurch).

Atkinson said there has been enough talk and now is the time for action.

‘‘I want to see some changes instead of just yakking and I do believe this plan gives us the opportunity to do that.

‘‘And even within the partnership we can still be nimble to recognise the differences in each district.’’

The Greater Christchurch Partnership is a collaboration between the Christchurch City, Selwyn and Waimakariri District Councils,

Environment Canterbury, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and Government agencies.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

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35 days ago

Kaiapoi safety improvements long overdue – school principals

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Kaiapoi North School is hoping some much needed road safety improvements will finally happen.

The Waimakariri District Council has announced it will upgrade the pedestrian crossing and add in some safety features on Williams St, in front of the school, … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Kaiapoi North School is hoping some much needed road safety improvements will finally happen.

The Waimakariri District Council has announced it will upgrade the pedestrian crossing and add in some safety features on Williams St, in front of the school, later this year.

Safety improvements were also completed outside Kaiapoi High School ready for the new school year.

Kaiapoi North School principal Jason Miles said the school had been lobbying the council ‘‘for a long time’’, raising concerns about speeding motorists.

Student leaders had made presentations to the council in recent years, before Miles and board of trustees chairperson Greg Thomson met with council staff last year.

‘‘We are really excited to see the council is putting in place these changes. It really has been accident waiting to happen.

‘‘The behaviour of some drivers is really concerning and it is not just at the beginning and end of the day, because we have children walking to the Kaiapoi Aquatic Centre for swimming or to the domain for sports.

‘‘And it is a safety issue for other members of the community too.’’

A council spokesperson said the safety improvements would be made in two stages, with the first stage due to be completed mid-year and stage two by the end of the year.

Work will include installing speed cushion pads to force cars to slow down as they approach the crossing, improvements to the kerb and line marking.

Stage two will involve raising of the footpath on the eastern side of the crossing to make it accessible to wheelchairs and push chairs.

Kaiapoi High School principal Jason Reid said staff were pleased to begin the year with a new pedestrian crossing and safety improvements next to the school’s main entrance on Ohoka Road.

‘‘It was a significant concern for the school and we have really appreciated the effort of the council and the contractors to get the work done for the new school year,’’ Reid said.

He said staff were out in force during the first week of school to ensure students and the public understood the new environment.

The council spokesperson said too many motorists were exceeding the 40kph speed limit (during school hours).

Work has been completed to reduce traffic speeds, while a new pedestrian crossing and concrete refuge islands added, and the painted median widened in a bid to improve pedestrian safety.

■ LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air.

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35 days ago

Dining Chairs

Alison from Rangiora

Selling as set of 4.
Black vinyl, brown legs. Small areas of wear & tear on two as shown in photos.
Height 46cm floor to seat
Height of back to seat - 98cm
Pickup Rangiora

Price: $50

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35 days ago

Lonicera nitida plants (Box Honeysuckle)

Vicki from Rangiora

Good sized plants. Looks like buxus when grown but grows at twice the speed. Tiny oval dark green leaves. Plant in full sun or semi shade. Ideal plant to shape into balls cones etc perfect for planting now $3.50 per plant

Price: $3.50

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