Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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1249 days ago

Your Big Mac, ordered from here.

McDonald's

New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to … View more
New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to international McDonald’s markets.

We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including Whangara Farms which was the first beef farm outside of Europe to be invited to the McDonald’s Flagship Farmers programme.

ANZCO Foods, based in the small Taranaki town of Waitara, are responsible for making our 100% beef patties. About 90% of the staff at the Waitara plant are locals and they manage to produce around half a million patties each day.

Our quality beef cuts are minced and that’s it. No additives or fillers, just mince that is formed in patties, before they’re flash-frozen and sent to restaurants.
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1252 days ago

Garden shed wanted to buy

Pam from Rangiora

Garden shed wanted to buy, in good condition
Up to $350

Price: $350

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1254 days ago

Furniture $20.00 the lot must take it all

Rob & Kate from Rangiora

1 Chair swivel, 1 Wall cabinet, 1 Bookcase, 1 stereo/ TV Cabinet 1 Cane coffee table just need them out of the storage unit from a smoke and pet free home Ph 0276088915 or 3275582 great for starting of in a flat

Price: $20

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1254 days ago

Emergency services

Marian from Rangiora

Does anyone know why there was such a rush of emergency services and Police on th3 Northern Motorway on Tuesday evening, about 7 pm?

1254 days ago

Stand up Comedy

Tina from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Help make comedy a thing in North Canterbury. Come for a drink stay for the laughs. Check us out ticket selling fast don't just sit at home get out and have some fun.

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1254 days ago

Mother's Day is this weekend

Sunday Star Times

Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code … View more
Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code SSTMOTHERSDAY at the checkout to redeem.

Hurry! Offer ends Sunday. T&C's apply.
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1255 days ago

Beautiful Crystal Healing Bracelet

Rae from Rangiora

I made this today for anyone who loves beautiful healing crystals. This crystal healing bracelet is designed for those beautiful ladies out there, would make a lovely gift for Mothers Day or self love for you!. I make these to fit, and every one I sell I will donate $5 to the Rangiora Menz Shed!
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I made this today for anyone who loves beautiful healing crystals. This crystal healing bracelet is designed for those beautiful ladies out there, would make a lovely gift for Mothers Day or self love for you!. I make these to fit, and every one I sell I will donate $5 to the Rangiora Menz Shed!
Crystals used - Pink Tourmaline, Pink Kunzite and Garnet.
Beading wire with Silver Plated Closure and findings!…
Just Divine!

Price: $46.50

1255 days ago

Local Employment Wanted

David from Rangiora

Hi, I am new to Rangiora and seeking full time or part time work Monday to Friday in warehousing/logistics/administration/sales support. I have most recently worked as a team leader for a wine bottling/distribution business in Marlborough. I have a current forklift licence with F Endorsement, … View moreHi, I am new to Rangiora and seeking full time or part time work Monday to Friday in warehousing/logistics/administration/sales support. I have most recently worked as a team leader for a wine bottling/distribution business in Marlborough. I have a current forklift licence with F Endorsement, warehouse inwards/outwards and inventory experience, recruitment interviewing, H&S incident investigations, client liaison and logistics planning experience. I am very adaptable, well organised, punctual and have a friendly manner dealing with colleagues and customers. I will be available to start work on Monday 17th May and would prefer to work locally if possible. Please contact me on 021 415405. Thank you, Dave Evans

1255 days ago

Fear that older people will be marginalised by proposed closure of Kaiapoi's Westpac branch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

If the closure in Kaiapoi goes ahead, people wanting to visit a Westpac bank in person will have to travel 11 kilometres north to Rangiora to reach their nearest branch.

A Westpac spokesman confirmed the bank had last week started consultation with employees about potentially closing the Kaiapoi … View more
If the closure in Kaiapoi goes ahead, people wanting to visit a Westpac bank in person will have to travel 11 kilometres north to Rangiora to reach their nearest branch.

A Westpac spokesman confirmed the bank had last week started consultation with employees about potentially closing the Kaiapoi branch.


He said the move was made following the end of Westpac’s lease there, and had taken into account a 38 per cent fall in counter transactions at the branch in the past year.


But Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon said the proposed closure was concerning and would significantly affect the North Canterbury community, particularly the town’s older and vulnerable residents.

Gordon said he hoped to meet Westpac’s chief executive David McLean to lobby for the branch to remain.

1256 days ago

Incinerator to refit

Dilip from Belfast

Is any one does small work for fitting my Kitchen Incinerator as it has snapped from the join and fallen ?
I am in Belfast, christchurch

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1265 days ago

freezer

Shawn from Cust

does anyone have an upright freezer for sale?

1256 days ago

Are you our next Houseplant Hero?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Have you got New Zealand‘s best collection of houseplants?
We’re searching for indoor plant obsessives who have created impressive urban jungles… and there’s some great prizes to be won!

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1261 days ago

1983: The last great royal tour

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Good morning neighbours, an old gem for you...

Around 20,000 people came out to watch the Prince and Princess of Wales do a walkabout in Cathedral Square on April 28, 1983, despite “chilly, intermittent and penetrating rain”, but The Press also wondered if royal tours were approaching their … View more
Good morning neighbours, an old gem for you...

Around 20,000 people came out to watch the Prince and Princess of Wales do a walkabout in Cathedral Square on April 28, 1983, despite “chilly, intermittent and penetrating rain”, but The Press also wondered if royal tours were approaching their use-by date.

The tone of the paper’s editorial was very different from that struck 30 years earlier, when the Queen toured.

“Rapid communications and travel have removed much of the novelty from Royal appearances in New Zealand,” The Press said. “The charm and interest remain enhanced this time by the presence of the future Queen, Princess Diana, and the baby who could some day be King William V.”

The Press looked into the future: “Before the end of the century Prince Charles can probably expect to be King Charles III. His son, at present in Auckland, may well still be on the throne in the unimaginable world of the year 2050.

“Although New Zealand has not the vigorous republican movement evident in Australia, the question is reasonably asked here whether an​ hereditary monarch, living 12,000 miles away, will continue to be the most appropriate head of State for New Zealand.”

Despite this, every move was still recorded and star power was very evident, as The Press reported.

“A faint touch of blue shone through the clouds about 10 minutes before the end of the walkabout. It highlighted the Princess’ hair and brought favourable comments from a cluster of young girls.

“Many people were surprised at how tall and slender the Princess is. ‘Her face is thinner than I expected, but much prettier,’ said one woman.

“The glowing natural complexion of the Princess needed little highlight, just a glimmer of gold eye-shadow, a touch of mascara, and a subtle lip-colouring.”

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1257 days ago

Work desk and chair

Angela from Rangiora

Hi there,

I’m looking for a work desk and chair so I can set up a wee office in my spare room if anyone has one thy don’t need anymore?

Many thanks
Angela Bell

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