Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

671 days ago

Blum Orga - Line Plate Holders

Rae from Rangiora

3 Blum Orga - Line Adjustable Plate Holders in excellent condition.

Makes organizing stacks of plates quick and easy. Easily adjusts to fit most common dinner plates and bowls. Special rubber feet ensure that no matter where you put the Plate Holder it will stay in place.

Great for … View more
3 Blum Orga - Line Adjustable Plate Holders in excellent condition.

Makes organizing stacks of plates quick and easy. Easily adjusts to fit most common dinner plates and bowls. Special rubber feet ensure that no matter where you put the Plate Holder it will stay in place.

Great for caravans, motorhomes, your home.

3 for $100 or $35 each

Price: $100

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671 days ago

Garden Furniture

Kenneth from Oxford

4 no. Folding, cedar, and matching chairs available. Tel 033124776.

Free

672 days ago

Funky fridge makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Is your fridge looking dated and dull? Turn an eyesore into a conversation starter with this clever chalkboard transformation using Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen.

Follow out easy instructions.

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676 days ago

Poll: Are uniform rules at schools sexist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many schools allow female students to wear earrings but male students aren't allowed to have an ear stud. Is it time to get rid of gender-based rules in regards to jewellery?

Share your thoughts below - write NFP if you don't wish your comments to be shared in the community … View more
Many schools allow female students to wear earrings but male students aren't allowed to have an ear stud. Is it time to get rid of gender-based rules in regards to jewellery?

Share your thoughts below - write NFP if you don't wish your comments to be shared in the community paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are uniform rules at schools sexist?
  • 49.6% Yes, the same rules for everyone is best
    49.6% Complete
  • 34% No, let's stick to the tradition
    34% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 12.5% Get rid of uniform and clothing rules altogether
    12.5% Complete
4536 votes
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672 days ago

Ewe Lambs, Pure Texel

Norm from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Pure Texel ewe lambs suitable for breeding replacements. 12 available. Purchase as part or full lot. $170 each.

Price: $170

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674 days ago

Get back-to-school sorted.

The Warehouse

Get back-to-school sorted in one shop at The Warehouse. Start smart and inspired with statement stationery, gear up with the best in tech and set them up for the future with options made with recycled materials. With a wide range of smart school essentials at even smarter prices, we’ve got … View moreGet back-to-school sorted in one shop at The Warehouse. Start smart and inspired with statement stationery, gear up with the best in tech and set them up for the future with options made with recycled materials. With a wide range of smart school essentials at even smarter prices, we’ve got everything you need to set up for an epic comeback.

Want to give back when you go back? Donate $1 to KidsCan in store to make sure more Kiwi kids get the essentials they need in 2023.
Shop now

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674 days ago

Waimakariri joins Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Help is at hand for Waimakariri youth seeking employment.

The Waimakariri District Council has joined the Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs, to support local youth into employment.

The programme has been successful in the Hurunui and Kaikōura districts … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Help is at hand for Waimakariri youth seeking employment.

The Waimakariri District Council has joined the Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs, to support local youth into employment.

The programme has been successful in the Hurunui and Kaikōura districts and a recent change to the population threshold meant Waimakariri was now eligible for funding.

‘‘As Mayor this is an initiative that I will be actively involved in supporting,’’ Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon said.

‘‘I am looking forward to seeing this project commence and I am 100 percent behind it.’’

The programme will be administered by the council’s community team.
‘‘Given the team’s well-established local networks and connections, this is an ideal fit for the role.’’

The initiative was funded by the Ministry of Social Development on an initial six-month pilot.

The council was in the process of appointing an employment co-ordinator to work alongside young people and local employers.

The six-month pilot aimed to get 12 young people into the local workforce, offering a range of support and guidance to help them on their journey.

‘‘The aim of the role is to increase collaboration and add value across the work readiness sector,’’ Gordon said.

The programme aimed to address barriers and misconceptions which limited the ability for local young people to access sustainable employment, he said.

■ Public interest journalism is funded by New Zealand on Air.

675 days ago

28 Days of Giveaways

Hamish from

By booking your vehicle in for a Warrant of Fitness, Service or repair with Auto Super Shoppe Rangiora, you could WIN 1 of 28 great prizes this February. From paddleboards to tablets, air fryers, Barbeques, moon chairs, coffee makers, headphones and MORE!
Call Auto Super Shoppe Rangiora for a … View more
By booking your vehicle in for a Warrant of Fitness, Service or repair with Auto Super Shoppe Rangiora, you could WIN 1 of 28 great prizes this February. From paddleboards to tablets, air fryers, Barbeques, moon chairs, coffee makers, headphones and MORE!
Call Auto Super Shoppe Rangiora for a booking today and you could go in the draw for these exciting giveaways!
0800 AUTO HELP | 3135329

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675 days ago

Same village, different needs

Charles Upham Retirement Village

Live independently while your loved one is cared for in the same Ryman village.

A full life for Helen is one that is surrounded by family. When she first moved to the village, Helen’s husband John was being cared for elsewhere. Now that he is living at the same village, it brings Helen and … View more
Live independently while your loved one is cared for in the same Ryman village.

A full life for Helen is one that is surrounded by family. When she first moved to the village, Helen’s husband John was being cared for elsewhere. Now that he is living at the same village, it brings Helen and her family so much happiness and reassurance.

“All the family cried when he moved in. They were so happy because it was such a beautiful thing to have him close by.”

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675 days ago

Summer in the Styx 2023

Jackie Howard from The Styx Living Laboratory Trust

Come and explore Te Waoku Kahikatea Reserve with the Styx Living Laboratory Trust and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the sun wandering through eight hectares of planted native forest, natural waterways, and lakes or hop on a kayak and float along the Pūharakekenui (Styx) River and learn about the … View moreCome and explore Te Waoku Kahikatea Reserve with the Styx Living Laboratory Trust and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the sun wandering through eight hectares of planted native forest, natural waterways, and lakes or hop on a kayak and float along the Pūharakekenui (Styx) River and learn about the Styx and its environs.

Try your hand at a range of fun activities related to environmental monitoring, research, and citizen science involving local wildlife, plants, water quality, Māori cultural values, and local history. Learn about Māori medicinal plants, weaving, bird monitoring, pest control, native insects and fish and wildlife management.

There will be kayaking, guided walks, planting, a scavenger hunt, and much more!

Food and refreshments will be available!

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676 days ago

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Get New Zealand’s cutest pets delivered to your inbox with Furry Friday.

Each Friday morning, editor Nick Barnett serves up your finest photos of your domestic friends. You’ll also receive exclusive content with pet-related stories and photos, as well as updates on the life of Riley, … View more
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676 days ago

1994 Toyota Corolla hatch For Sale

Julia from Rangiora

Hi, I have a '94 Corolla I'm looking to sell as have purchased a new car.

Just under 265,000 K's , 1.3L manual , rear brakes recently replaced, rear shocks require replacing (hence the low asking price) small rust patch on boot door as pictured. Have owned for the past 8 years. … View more
Hi, I have a '94 Corolla I'm looking to sell as have purchased a new car.

Just under 265,000 K's , 1.3L manual , rear brakes recently replaced, rear shocks require replacing (hence the low asking price) small rust patch on boot door as pictured. Have owned for the past 8 years. Great wee run about. Oil + filter changed yearly.

Rego expires: 6/06/23
WOF expires: 25/05/23

Feel free to get in touch - 020 4102 9571. No time wasters please! :)

Price: $1,500

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676 days ago

Mirror

Elizabeth from Kaiapoi

Large unframed mirror and fixings. Size 1200x1m, Ex condition.no chips or cracks. Phone 03327 0633

Price: $70

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682 days ago

Nearly $100 for a family swim: Is Hanmer Springs' hot pools worth the money?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

From reporter Carly Gooch:

A visit to one of Canterbury’s soaking attractions is nearly $100 for a family – so is this too much for a dip, or value for money?

The South Island could be home to the most expensive place to experience hydroslides, hot pools and swimming at the same facility… View more
From reporter Carly Gooch:

A visit to one of Canterbury’s soaking attractions is nearly $100 for a family – so is this too much for a dip, or value for money?

The South Island could be home to the most expensive place to experience hydroslides, hot pools and swimming at the same facility – but there’s more than meets the eye at the publicly-owned complex.

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa, one of South Island’s popular tourist attractions, increased its admission prices in November, raising single entry prices for adults and senior citizens by $3 to $38 and $25 respectively, and prices for children by $2 to $22.

The single entry price of a family has risen from $89 to $98.

Locals and Hurunui ratepayers are entitled to half-price entry – and for internet savvy visitors, a PoolPlus member can receive a 20% discount by sharing their name and email address, bringing the cost down to $78.40 for a family.


The Hurunui District Council-owned facility, nestled in the township of Hanmer Springs, is about a 90-minute drive from Christchurch. It has a variety of hot pools, freshwater pools and two hydroslides, all included in the price.

It had held steady on entry fees for three years before upping the price in November, but while the cost may have some thinking twice about getting the togs and towel out, general manager Graeme Abbot said the pricing was “fair and reasonable”.

There had been several cost increases for running the facility over the past three years, including wage increases every year, power and pool chemicals, he said.


Abbot said the pools opened throughout the last year of Covid restrictions despite losing “a substantial amount of money”.

Closing the complex down would have affected staff and the greater Hurunui district, “and we went ahead even though we knew we were going to lose money”.

A dividend of $2 million is given back to the council annually and spent on Hurunui reserves, parks, gardens, libraries and public amenities, also supporting the local fire crew, ambulance and primary school.


Any money surplus to the $2m is used to repay debt or invest in new products, Abbot said.


Until 2019, access to the hydroslide was separate from general admission, but since combining the fees, the positive feedback had outweighed the bad, he said.

It made it a “far more affordable price” for families, simplified the pricing and cut down on queues during peak times.


There was more family interaction in the pool too, with parents joining their children on the hydroslide, he said, and even an 84-year-old took a ride on the slide.

“Would he have bought a pass? Probably not. Did he have a great experience on that slide? Absolutely.”

Abbot said people might think Hanmer’s admission was “pricey, but the true question is, did they enjoy their day and would they go back?”.


“Price is about expectation and delivery of the product. The feedback we get from customers is fantastic.”

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678 days ago

Need remains in the community for North Canterbury youth

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By DAVID HILL, Local Democracy Reporter

A North Canterbury education leader is calling on government funders to focus on ‘‘needs, not rules’’.

Comcol (formerly Community College) North Canterbury is going ahead with its new ‘‘Grow’’ programme next month, while funding is still… View more
By DAVID HILL, Local Democracy Reporter

A North Canterbury education leader is calling on government funders to focus on ‘‘needs, not rules’’.

Comcol (formerly Community College) North Canterbury is going ahead with its new ‘‘Grow’’ programme next month, while funding is still being finalised.

But general manager Kate O’Connor said the Tertiary Education Commission’s Youth Guarantee funding criteria made it difficult for organisations like hers to meet the needs in the community.

Comcol has been operating in North Canterbury for more than 30 years offering an alternative education options ‘‘for those whose needs are not being met by the mainstream school system’’.

It suspended its Youth Guarantee funded education programmes at the end of 2021 due to rising compliance costs.

‘‘We have continued to see a need in the community for somewhere for young people to go to and build their self-confidence and self-esteem to take that next step,’’ O’Connor said.

Comcol North Canterbury ran an eight-week pilot of the new Grow programme in term four last year.

The new 12-week course will start on February 7 at the Comcol Rangiora site and will be offered in each of the four terms this year.

The Grow programme will teach resilience, wellbeing, food security and sustainability.

Skills included cooking, budgeting, preparing a CV, barista training and driver’s licence courses.

It will centre on growing food and preparing it in the kitchen and there will be flexibility to support student goals, including supporting them into work experience.

It has been made possible thanks to community-based funding and O’Connor was optimistic more funding will be secured in the coming weeks.

She would like to see ‘‘Grow’’ rolled out to other Comcol sites around the South Island, if funding can be secured.

O’Connor said the course could work in with the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) programme, being introduced in Waimakariri this year.
‘‘Some of our graduates may be able link with MTFJ, as this course will prepare them for the workforce.’’

While Comcol has retained its category one provider status registration with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority, it would not be able to offer NCEA credits until it had sufficient resourcing.

But Comcol North Canterbury was working with Rangiora High School to offer equine studies this year, as international students returned.

Other options were also being explored with Comcol’s partners and a Koha Shed, in collaboration with Rangiora High School, was providing surplus produce to families in need.

The free mentoring Youth Service was also continuing to be offered across all of Comcol’s South Island sites.

■ Public interest journalism is funded by New Zealand on Air.

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