Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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Introduce yourself, neighbour!

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1281 days ago

We Say/You Say: MMP

Reporter Northern Outlook

Hi Canterbury,

Would you support the introduction of MMP to local body elections?

A former Labour minister has called on the government to implement MMP as the voting system for local body elections in a bid to 'fix' local government.

Peter Neilson, an economist, is a former … View more
Hi Canterbury,

Would you support the introduction of MMP to local body elections?

A former Labour minister has called on the government to implement MMP as the voting system for local body elections in a bid to 'fix' local government.

Peter Neilson, an economist, is a former Labour MP for Miramar, a Minister of Revenue, Works and Associate Minister of Finance. Neilson explains how MMP could have a positive impact on civic participation after data from Internal Affairs showed a decline in voter turnout.

Around four out of 10 New Zealanders on the electoral role turned out to vote in the last set of local elections. In comparison, around seven or eight out 10 voted in the general election last year.

Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Northern Outlook.

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1280 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on this Sunday 16th May in the BLAKE STREET CARPARK from 9 am to 2 pm. Lots of great bargains for all from health products, hand crafted gift cards, artificial plants, handy person tools, plants, rustic bird feeders, garden sculptures, toys, bikes, fishing gear, handy … View moreThe RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on this Sunday 16th May in the BLAKE STREET CARPARK from 9 am to 2 pm. Lots of great bargains for all from health products, hand crafted gift cards, artificial plants, handy person tools, plants, rustic bird feeders, garden sculptures, toys, bikes, fishing gear, handy person tools, jewellry, woodcraft, clothing, books, household items, fine china, quality printed mugs / cups, boxes of kindling / firewood, etc etc. For the children we have THOMAS AND FRIENDS to operate in our clubrooms next to the market.
Don't forget the great food and coffee at FOOLS OF DESIRE at the market end of Conway lane.
For stall space message us on facebook new stalls and product welcome.

1281 days ago

Dental Care for the Whole Family

North Canterbury Dental Care

At North Canterbury Dental Care, we like to give a reason to smile. Our dentists' aim is to provide top-quality dental care in a relaxed, friendly and professional environment with treatments that are gentle, caring and painless. North Canterbury Dental Care is a state of the art modern dental… View moreAt North Canterbury Dental Care, we like to give a reason to smile. Our dentists' aim is to provide top-quality dental care in a relaxed, friendly and professional environment with treatments that are gentle, caring and painless. North Canterbury Dental Care is a state of the art modern dental practice with caring dentists that provide the highest level of patient care.

Our services include:
- General Family Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- ACC, WINZ & Free Dental Care for Adolescents

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Sat + Sun Closed
Ph: 03 327 8943
Visit us online

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1281 days ago

A new way to live

It’s a time for fine-tuning your skills and pushing the boundaries, catching up with your mates and heading off on new adventures at the drop of a hat! No, we’re not talking about your 20s, we’re talking about your retirement.

Ross’ retirement saw the beginning of his musical journey … View more
It’s a time for fine-tuning your skills and pushing the boundaries, catching up with your mates and heading off on new adventures at the drop of a hat! No, we’re not talking about your 20s, we’re talking about your retirement.

Ross’ retirement saw the beginning of his musical journey where his passion quickly evolved from making music, to crafting guitars. It all started when Ross and some mates joined a music group where the camaraderie and togetherness were just as important as the music.

Living in a Ryman village, Ross can continue living life to the full in his retirement because they are places where you don’t retire from life, you find a new way to live .
Learn more

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1281 days ago

Free range Turkeys for sale

Alica from Eyrewell Forest

$20.00 each. Eyrewell Forest 0274405096

Price: $20

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1281 days ago

Strawberry Plants for sale - Eyrewell Forest location

Alica from Eyrewell Forest

Spray free, greenhouse grown in hydroponics (water not soil). $1.00 each plant or offers for a larger order. These beauties produced the strawberries that were sold at Funky Pumpkin this year. 0274405096

Price: $1

1281 days ago

Rangiora Museum talk

Norma from Rangiora

At the Rangiora Early Records Society meeting on Thursday, 27th May, at the Rangiora Museum, Good Street, 7.30pm, Craig Gurney, President of the Christchurch Antique Bottle and Collectors Club will display some of his collection as well as tell the history of the humble "Corkscrew." All … View moreAt the Rangiora Early Records Society meeting on Thursday, 27th May, at the Rangiora Museum, Good Street, 7.30pm, Craig Gurney, President of the Christchurch Antique Bottle and Collectors Club will display some of his collection as well as tell the history of the humble "Corkscrew." All Welcome.

1281 days ago

Stand Up Comedy Workshop

Tina from Swannanoa - Ohoka

events.humanitix.com...
Are you comedy curious/ Have you always wanted to learn how to get started in stand up comedy? Now is your chance. Crash Course comedy is starting workshops this week at 5 stags Rangioria. In four weeks you will be ready to perform your first tight 5 comedy set. Come along … View more
events.humanitix.com...
Are you comedy curious/ Have you always wanted to learn how to get started in stand up comedy? Now is your chance. Crash Course comedy is starting workshops this week at 5 stags Rangioria. In four weeks you will be ready to perform your first tight 5 comedy set. Come along and find out what a tight five is this Thursday at 5 Stags. Start 7:00 PM Tickets on Humanitix.

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1282 days ago

2005 Toyota Caldina for sale. Reduced price for cash sale to $4300.

Rita from Rangiora

In excellent condition
220000 km
4 speed automatic

1,990 cc petrol engine
Brand new warrant until May 2022
Very tidy inside and out
Cash price Reduced to $4300
Can be viewed in Rangiora
Txt Simon on 0211712543

1283 days ago

Portable Massage Table

Rae from Rangiora

Must be in good condition. Please contact me

1282 days ago

Plunge in bank counter transactions is no surprise

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

From columnist Mike Yardley: Understandably, bank branch closures are one of the biggest casualties of the digital age. Ongoing rationalisation of bricks and mortar branches is inevitable, but it’s debatable whether retail banks have struck the right balance between expediting the digital drive, … View moreFrom columnist Mike Yardley: Understandably, bank branch closures are one of the biggest casualties of the digital age. Ongoing rationalisation of bricks and mortar branches is inevitable, but it’s debatable whether retail banks have struck the right balance between expediting the digital drive, and sustaining solid customer service.

Do they really give full consideration to the adverse impacts on communities from branch closures, the reputational damage from obliterating their physical presence, or their wider obligations as good corporate citizens?

Read Mike's full column here.

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1283 days ago

Bike rack

Doug from Rangiora

thule bike rack, can take 2 mtb, good condition, $60, pickup Rangiora

Price: $60

1283 days ago

Have you seen this amazing garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

They had a vision for their property, but they also had three floods in 20 years. That didn't stop them pursuing the garden of their dreams though.

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1283 days ago

Harrows

Mark from Loburn

Hi I am looking for an old set of harrows to buy.
Ph Mark 0284068313

1289 days ago

Do you remember the big snow of 1992?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey Cantabs,

It was quickly dubbed “the big snow” and was the heaviest snowfall in three decades.

“Christchurch teetered on the brink of disaster yesterday as the worst snowstorm in 30 years first paralysed the city, then caused widespread flooding,” The Press reported on August 29, 1992.… View more
Hey Cantabs,

It was quickly dubbed “the big snow” and was the heaviest snowfall in three decades.

“Christchurch teetered on the brink of disaster yesterday as the worst snowstorm in 30 years first paralysed the city, then caused widespread flooding,” The Press reported on August 29, 1992.

Do you remember the big snow?

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