Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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1121 days ago

Open Mic Comedy at 5 Stags Rangioria

Tina from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Its almost that time for comedy at 5 Stags. The boys from Dunedin are back to entertain you. We are hoping some newbies show up and take the mic for the first time. Crash course comedy workshop is on Nov 18 at 5 Stags sign up today. Can Do Comedy on Facebook.

1120 days ago

SH1 detour near Kaiapoi for five nights

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

People heading north out of Christchurch from Sunday (November 7) after 7 pm will face a short detour near Kaiapoi.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency says work will be under way from 7pm to 6am in the Lineside Rd/Smith St overpass area for about five nights. Contractors will be installing temporary … View more
People heading north out of Christchurch from Sunday (November 7) after 7 pm will face a short detour near Kaiapoi.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency says work will be under way from 7pm to 6am in the Lineside Rd/Smith St overpass area for about five nights. Contractors will be installing temporary steel barrier to create a safe work site.

“The detour will take drivers to the Lineside Rd/Smith St offramp, across the overpass, and back onto the motorway using the northbound on-ramp,” journey manager Tresca Forrester says. “It will be well signposted.”

Temporary traffic lights on the overpass will be used to ensure safe access for drivers using Smith St and Lineside Rd, as well as the SH1 detour.

The southbound lane of SH1 will remain open, with a temporary speed limit of 50kmh past the work site.

This work is part of the SH1 Cam River to Tram Rd Safety Improvements Project, designed to improve the safety and resilience of the highway north of Christchurch.

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1120 days ago

Meet the 2021 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year finalist from Matakana

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Trish Allen is giving away her garden harvest -- again! During the 2020 lockdown, she gave away over 140kg in fruit from her home orchard. This year, she didn’t have fruit to swap but her vegetable garden was packed with winter crops. “I had masses of broccoli, cauliflower, kale, silverbeet and… View moreTrish Allen is giving away her garden harvest -- again! During the 2020 lockdown, she gave away over 140kg in fruit from her home orchard. This year, she didn’t have fruit to swap but her vegetable garden was packed with winter crops. “I had masses of broccoli, cauliflower, kale, silverbeet and French sorrel. So I gave out a lot of parcels of those to anyone I knew who needed it.”

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1121 days ago

Rangiora Christmas events cancelled

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, Rangiora Promotions has made the "heart-breaking" decision to cancel the Christmas Celebration Night, the Rangiora Toyota Santa Parade and the McAlpines Mitre 10 Mega's Christmas Party in the Park.

In a statement on its Facebook page on … View more
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, Rangiora Promotions has made the "heart-breaking" decision to cancel the Christmas Celebration Night, the Rangiora Toyota Santa Parade and the McAlpines Mitre 10 Mega's Christmas Party in the Park.

In a statement on its Facebook page on Tuesday, Rangiora Promotions said the team had been working hard to find a way to proceed, but had been forced to cancel the events.

"Unfortunately, much like many other businesses and events around the country, we are susceptible to the impacts of the current pandemic and it's associated alert level restrictions, the latter of which has made it logistically impossible for us to proceed as planned," it said.

"We are keenly aware of the impact the loss of these events will have on our community, as well as the disappointment our generous sponsors and supporters will feel. We are sad for all of the stall holders, float entries, vendors, entertainers and local businesses who have invested many hours and much effort. However, the difficult decision had to be made."

Let's hope these great community events can return in 2022!

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1121 days ago

Anyone local who fixes sun umbrellas?

Dawn from Rangiora

The rope has broken in our large umbrella, wondering if anyone local in North Canterbury fixes these? Have emailed and phoned a company based in Ellesmere but haven't heard back from them.

1121 days ago

Meet Alexandria Lindsay, our 2021 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year finalist from Waitara

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Alexandria Te Ripeka "Pearl" Lindsay (Te Āti Awa o Taranaki) started gardening to grow her own food -- and now she's growing food for her community too.

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1121 days ago

Motors

Sarah from Woodend

TYRES

These are BRAND NEW tyres they were bought as a spare set for my Ford Ranger no longer have vehicle so no need for them.
Brand is Firemax Size-275/55/20
$400

Negotiable

1121 days ago

APPLIANCE

Sarah from Woodend

KENWOOD CHEF MIXER

This classic mixer is old but is in great condition hasn’t lost its value has all attachments and has a blender.
$40

Negotiable

1121 days ago

Furniture

Sarah from Woodend

MATTRESSES

These are extremely comfortable 1 is in perfect condition and they other has a rip in it.
Price for both is $10

Negotiable

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1121 days ago

Furniture

Sarah from Woodend

DINING TABLE AND COFFEE TABLE

Dining table is very old and damaged has been used in the garage .
Free

Coffee table is in good condition has some marks on it still looks good very solid as you can see in photo it it’s big.
$40

Negotiable

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1121 days ago

Appliance

Sarah from Woodend

WASHING MACHINE

Had been used for years still in great working condition.
$20

Negotiable

1121 days ago

Furniture

Sarah from Woodend

DINING TABLE + CHAIRS

Table has a lot of chipped marks on it what you see in the photo is what’s all around it happy to send more photos to people who are interested.
Chairs are badly damaged can be recovered.
$40

Negotiable

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1122 days ago

Cot

Doug from Rangiora

drop side cot, tidy condition from smoke free home, has excellent cond mattress and matress protector, 2 pairs of sheets, can be dismantled for transport, pickup from Rangiora , $80, ph 0276626242

Price: $80

1122 days ago

Palo Santo & Organic White Sage Smudge Sticks

Rae from

Palo Santo is Spanish for Holy Wood, and is one of nature’s awesome tools for raising vibrations, and purifying and cleansing your space.

With a beautifully aromatic, woody smell hinting of lemon and mint, along with the ability to bring peace, calm and clarity to a situation or place, who … View more
Palo Santo is Spanish for Holy Wood, and is one of nature’s awesome tools for raising vibrations, and purifying and cleansing your space.

With a beautifully aromatic, woody smell hinting of lemon and mint, along with the ability to bring peace, calm and clarity to a situation or place, who wouldn’t want to get smudging with Palo Santo?

Palo Santo works well for smudging or clearing a room of negative energies, or simply for refreshing a room in your home after you’ve had guests or visitors to stay. The smell is so fresh and beautiful, we like to use it in place of traditional air fresheners and diffusers.

Size: Palo Santo 3 Pack $14.

Organic Californian White Sage Smudge Sticks

Our ethically sourced white sage smudge sticks are the perfect tool to help cleanse your home from day to day negative energies, improve the air quality and help with sleep.

Burning white sage or smudging is well known for its ability to purify and cleanse. It creates a calming ritual that helps to release the stagnant energy that can breed negativity. White sage sticks can be burnt for many reasons including moving into a new home, after a period of illness, starting a new chapter in your life or simply to refresh your energy before your daily meditation.

Size: Sage $9.50 each
Pickup Available in Rangiora

Negotiable

1122 days ago

Meet our first finalist for the 2021 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Get to know Darfield gardener Bronwyn Adams-Hooper, who runs a horticulture programme for the 18- to 21-year-olds serving time in the youth unit at Christchurch Men’s Prison. With her help, they've been growing veges that win awards at their local A&P show.

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