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Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.
"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."
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With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on … View moreWith our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.
As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on power or where to buy the cheapest toilet paper! You may have some advice that could make a huge difference for another household, so comment away.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The… View moreKmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.
What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.
Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.
Still trying to find the owner of the phone I found in Kiapoi Tusday afternoon.
Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant … View moreDon't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.
They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.
They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant offering 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.
And they may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.
Go to warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz to check their eligibility.
If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, … View moreIf you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.
Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact TDR online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Jeff Millward is ‘‘pretty rapt’’ to make the chief executive role permanent.
Millward has been the Waimakariri District Council’s acting chief executive for the past 10 months and has been confirmed as the new boss.
‘‘The last 10 months… View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Jeff Millward is ‘‘pretty rapt’’ to make the chief executive role permanent.
Millward has been the Waimakariri District Council’s acting chief executive for the past 10 months and has been confirmed as the new boss.
‘‘The last 10 months have given me a really good insight into the role,’’ he said.
‘‘I’ve acted in the past, so I put my hand up this time and went for it.’’
He said the last 10 months had been a challenging time with Covid, high inflation and staff recruitment challenges.
Millward now has one major appointment to make - finding a new finance and business support manager, a role he has filled for 14 years.
He has been with the council for 38 years.
‘‘It is really good to represent the community and the council I have worked for, for the last 38 years.’’
Mayor Dan Gordon said Millward stood out among ‘‘a range of exceptional applicants’’.
‘‘Jeff stood out as someone who is diligent, strategic, focused and has a strong and genuine connection to the district, its people, and our council. Jeff was the unanimous choice.
‘‘He believes in creating a strong team and working collaboratively on the problems facing the district and sector.’’
‘‘While he has been renowned for his financial management, more recently we have seen him demonstrate the breadth of his skillset as a leader.’’
Join us for a celebration of Dance with the North Canterbury School of Dance and support young students attend dance competitions.
Don't miss seeing these beautiful dancers at the celebration of dance.
- Solos
- Duos
- Teams
28th May - 3 pm - Rangiora Town Hall
Tickets $15 … View moreJoin us for a celebration of Dance with the North Canterbury School of Dance and support young students attend dance competitions.
Don't miss seeing these beautiful dancers at the celebration of dance.
- Solos
- Duos
- Teams
28th May - 3 pm - Rangiora Town Hall
Tickets $15 events.humanitix.com...
A fundraiser to support our team get to Timaru and Blenheim competitions.
Everyone Welcome!!
Thank you to our sponsors: Amberley, Pegasus and Kaiapoi Crossing Pharmacies.
Ryman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.
From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.
With several Peace of Mind … View moreRyman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.
From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.
With several Peace of Mind Guarantees you can you feel confident and secure in your decision to move to a Ryman village.
Enjoy the everyday and have financial certainty with Ryman.
Hi, does anyone have any large piping they don't need? Needs to be 30-40cm in diameter. I could use 1-3 metres. (If you have longer, I could get rid of it for you)
Thanks
Ethan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.
The programme helped … View moreEthan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.
The programme helped him explore different career paths and Ethan became one of the top graduates from his cohort. The Foundation took the opportunity to hire him and he now helps other young people involved in the programme on their career journeys.
Find out more about how the Graeme Dingle Foundation helps young people realise potential.
We gave 13 bush roses to be re homed. Cannot give any names or colours so it's pot luck. They are not in our new garden plan.
They are free if you want to dig them out ASAP.
Two & a half seater couch. Solid wooden frame. Covered in corduroy. Making way for a chair & side table. Pick up Kaiapoi. Msg or phone 021 084 37041
To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!
We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with … View moreTo all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!
We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with smiles, appreciation and love. Happy Mother's Day.
Paul and Lesley Askin lead their next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 14 May - at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm.
Bring a plate of finger food for a shared meal afterwards.
Dress up warmly and remember to go before you come because there is no toilet on site.
NB the usual … View morePaul and Lesley Askin lead their next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 14 May - at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm.
Bring a plate of finger food for a shared meal afterwards.
Dress up warmly and remember to go before you come because there is no toilet on site.
NB the usual first-of-the-month gathering was postponed to this Sunday.
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