Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

878 days ago

Family Friendly Service and Discussion

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

Paul and Lesley Askin hold their next family-friendly monthly service on Sunday, 7 August, at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm. Dress warmly and bring a finger food contribution for shared tea afterwards. Masks are encouraged. Remember to go before you come as there are no toilet facilities… View morePaul and Lesley Askin hold their next family-friendly monthly service on Sunday, 7 August, at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm. Dress warmly and bring a finger food contribution for shared tea afterwards. Masks are encouraged. Remember to go before you come as there are no toilet facilities
Enquiries to Paul or Lesley, Ph 021 140 2074
39 Canterbury St, Ashley. .

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879 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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879 days ago

Springtime craft

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Brighten up your life and home with these fun party cup dolls, beads of joy and blooming plant pots with your favourite Resene testpot colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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880 days ago

Get Upcycling to win in 2022!

Resene

Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go … View more
Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.

Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
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880 days ago

Waimakariri mayor seeks second term

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

From local democracy reporter David Hill:

Dan Gordon is seeking a second term as Waimakariri mayor.

He confirmed this week he intends standing for the role again in the October local body elections.

Gordon said there were many issues to focus on over the coming years, including the ongoing … View more
From local democracy reporter David Hill:

Dan Gordon is seeking a second term as Waimakariri mayor.

He confirmed this week he intends standing for the role again in the October local body elections.

Gordon said there were many issues to focus on over the coming years, including the ongoing impact of Covid-19, managing development and growth in Waimakariri, the Government’s reform programme, especially Three Waters, and managing climate change and its effects on the Waimakariri district.

‘‘This requires steady, knowledgeable leadership, and experienced council management to ensure the best outcomes for our community,’’ he said.

Gordon said he enjoyed working closely with the local Waimakariri community, representing it, and being an advocate for its views at local, regional and national level, and would continue to be a strong advocate, along with the council, for after-hours care at the Rangiora Health Hub, and the reopening and retention of services at Oxford Hospital.

‘‘Access to quality healthcare is important to our communities.”

A vibrant business community was also key in a growing district such as Waimakariri, he said.

‘‘The council, together with its economic development agency Enterprise North Canterbury (ENC), continues to be a strong advocate for attracting and retaining business.”

Gordon said he would continue to focus on delivering the objectives of the Waimakariri District Council's long-term plan, creating a balance between prudent and realistic costs for ratepayers, and the need to continue to maintain infrastructure to provide the best services to grow the district.

‘‘The community is at the centre of everything we do at the council.”

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880 days ago

Mayor hails Waimakariri council's annual plan with average rates rise of 4.5%

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

From local democracy reporter David Hill:

Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon has praised the efforts of staff after the Waimakariri District Council confirmed “one of the lowest rates rises in the country”.

Councillors voted to adopt the 2022-23 annual plan at a council meeting on Tuesday, with an… View more
From local democracy reporter David Hill:

Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon has praised the efforts of staff after the Waimakariri District Council confirmed “one of the lowest rates rises in the country”.

Councillors voted to adopt the 2022-23 annual plan at a council meeting on Tuesday, with an average rates rise of 4.5%.

“It’s been a large piece of work because of the current economic situation,” Gordon said.

The annual plan largely followed on from last year’s 2021-31 long-term plan (LTP), with some adjustments to reflect the challenging economic environment, he said.

Economic indicators suggest the Waimakariri district is performing well, despite the impacts of Covid-19 and global economic uncertainty.
The prospect of nearly 900 new houses being built this year provides some optimism going forward, Gordon said.

“We wanted to ensure that we were going to be able to deliver on everything that we planned and to not end up with a case of over promising and under delivering.

“I’m very confident that we can provide the very high level of service that our ratepayers expect, while ensuring that we are not overspending at this crucial time.”

This year’s annual plan features upgrades to drinking water plants, increased funding for the proposed mixed use community hub in Kaiapoi, upgrades to the Rangiora Airfield and funding to protect significant natural areas.

Capital works are not forgotten, with increased funding allocated towards the Kaiapoi storm water and flooding improvements and upgrades to roading infrastructure.

Deputy mayor Neville Atkinson said this year’s annual plan deliberations had been “the most honest we’ve ever been with ourselves with what we can and can’t deliver”.

“We have change from government coming, we have the non-supply of materials, and we have inflation.

“The earthquakes were a difficult time, but it was pretty specific to Canterbury, but this (Covid-19) has impacted on the whole country.

“We are in for an incredibly rough two years, so I think this annual plan is a great achievement.”

Cr Paul Williams raised concern that the percentages of rates funding allocated to roading appeared to be lower than funding for the libraries, parks and swimming pools.

Gordon said it was a subject that needed further debate, but he noted the feedback from residents indicated the council was heading in the right direction.

“We get constant feedback at how much people value our libraries and pools, so I’m comfortable with the rates resolution.”

Last year the council considered climate change in the LTP for the first time.

Gordon said this year’s annual plan was underpinned by a conscious effort to enhance wellbeing, the environment and sustainability in a growing district.

“People told us they are happy with our advocacy around Three Waters and our commitment to balancing growth and optimism with economic uncertainty.”

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881 days ago

Horses

Mark from Kaiapoi

Hi due to health problems we are looking for someone to muck out our 4 quiet horses &2 mini ponies 2x a week.The manure is picked up daily takes a hour. We are located just off lineside rd. We can pay $20 a time this may suit a motivated kid with transport over 12 years. please email … View moreHi due to health problems we are looking for someone to muck out our 4 quiet horses &2 mini ponies 2x a week.The manure is picked up daily takes a hour. We are located just off lineside rd. We can pay $20 a time this may suit a motivated kid with transport over 12 years. please email fantailfarm@hotmail.com Thanks

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880 days ago

Enjoy a great, local night out!

Mark from Rangiora

Tickets now available

Price: $25

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881 days ago

Employed Female flatmate required

Jen from Rangiora

Welcoming a spiritual female flatmate to share my small home with my poodle, 13yo daughter, and myself.
We have a 3x3 furnished sleepout (double glazed) with both internal and external entrances (lockable) and free wifi that gets turned off at night (bedtime). Ideally, you would be a non-smoking … View more
Welcoming a spiritual female flatmate to share my small home with my poodle, 13yo daughter, and myself.
We have a 3x3 furnished sleepout (double glazed) with both internal and external entrances (lockable) and free wifi that gets turned off at night (bedtime). Ideally, you would be a non-smoking vegetarian.
$180 plus expenses. References required.
Rangiora South
Please reply here for further contact.

881 days ago

Room for rent

Dilip from Belfast

I have one spare room in Home at belfast Christchurch
looking for some one who is working , clean and Vegetarian
contact me

Dilip

021 446 384

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883 days ago

Alice! An Adventure InWonderland - Stage Musical

Dale from Rangiora

Rangiora Town Hall (School Holidays)
Thurs 14 – Sat 16 July. 2pm Daily, 7.30pm Thurs & Fri


The classic tale of Alice Liddel who falls asleep on the riverbank and dreams of following a rabbit down a rabbit hole. Down the rabbit hole Alice encounters multiple crazy characters from her … View more
Rangiora Town Hall (School Holidays)
Thurs 14 – Sat 16 July. 2pm Daily, 7.30pm Thurs & Fri


The classic tale of Alice Liddel who falls asleep on the riverbank and dreams of following a rabbit down a rabbit hole. Down the rabbit hole Alice encounters multiple crazy characters from her imagination including the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and the evil Queen of Hearts.

During the show, Alice goes on a journey of self-discovery, realising that she is perfect just how she is, and that people are not always completely sure of who they are all the time and that’s okay.

At the end of the story Alice wakes up on the banks of the river, unsure if she dreamt her adventure or not.

Musical Theatre entertainment for the whole family.

Staged by Intermediate & Senior students of Hartley School of Performing Arts

• Suitable for children of all ages.

• Children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

• Running time including interval: 140mins Aprox



Tickets: $15 & $20 plus booking Discount price for group of 4.

Tickets available at Town Hall Cinemas, over the counter and online at townhallcinemas.co.nz...

Doorsales available on the day.

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885 days ago

offers for Sheep foot roller

Jeffrey from Rangiora

I am Selling on behalf of, This sheep foot roller is for breaking up the top layer of soil. It is 2.7 m wide X 3.0 long , the disc are 500mm diameter . There is same surface rust on the draw bar , It can be easily clean and treated.

Negotiable

886 days ago

Fried Chicken or War Goddesses?

Stuff

As partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried … View moreAs partners of the Elemental festival, Stuff Travel is giving away 2 amazing packages! For each you'll win 2 nights of luxury stay at Fable Auckland with a welcome dinner and daily breakfasts. You'll also get tickets to either the Takurua - Nafanua, The War Goddess or the Auckland Fried Chicken Festival.

Flights included for those out of Auckland.
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886 days ago

Macpac Puffer Duck Down Jacket - like new

Claire from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Womens size 12. Hardly worn. Smoke free
Selling on behalf.
Ph 0274224883

Price: $70

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886 days ago

Coffee Maker

Claire from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Oldie but a goodie. Comes with some filters.
Ph 0274224883

Free

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