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Subscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.
Meet some gardening … View moreSubscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.
Meet some gardening superheroes and nominate a greenfingered good sort to be the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for copies of NZ House & Garden’s August issue.
To reduce drafts around your windows, and therefore keep your home warmer during winter, it is worth checking your friction stays - the hinge which holds the part of the window which opens to the frame. There are several problems which can develop over time:
1. The friction wears out & windows… View moreTo reduce drafts around your windows, and therefore keep your home warmer during winter, it is worth checking your friction stays - the hinge which holds the part of the window which opens to the frame. There are several problems which can develop over time:
1. The friction wears out & windows flop open in the breeze,
2. The hinge gets corroded & stiff to open, sometimes this can be re-covered by spraying the 4 friction joints with a spray lube, anything but the red 556 CRC which has a cutting compound in it.
3. The hinge wears & loses the ability to pull the top of the window closed
An easy way to check your friction stays is with our free draft testing card. To request a card, or book a free assessment, give us a call on 0800 25 25 00
From Brent & Belinda
The Team at Exceed
North Canterbury’s winegrowers are in a good position to weather the storm of climate change as they’re already accustomed to delaing with adversity, research suggests.
Bragato Research Institute viticulture extension and research manager Len Ibbotson said there would be an increase in weather… View moreNorth Canterbury’s winegrowers are in a good position to weather the storm of climate change as they’re already accustomed to delaing with adversity, research suggests.
Bragato Research Institute viticulture extension and research manager Len Ibbotson said there would be an increase in weather swings in future, but the Caterbury region was well-placed to cope.
Read more here.
Hi just looking for any old corflute or anything else suitable for making signs to go on fences for a good cause.
Calling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.
Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have … View moreCalling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.
Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used their gardening skills to help other people.
There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them here now!
Oxford Scottish Country Dance Club invites you to their Annual Tea Dance on Sat 8th August 4pm-8pm at the Oxford Town Hall. ALL Welcome, no dance partners required. Soup provided for tea.
Admission Dancers $7 plus a plate. Spectators $3 plus a plate .
Anyone notice there wood pile going down over night. Over the last month I have noticed our wood pile going very quickly. in fact a little too quick. and am almost certain someone comes at night to take an arm load of wood. this morning I noticed a large area of empty space where I would not … View moreAnyone notice there wood pile going down over night. Over the last month I have noticed our wood pile going very quickly. in fact a little too quick. and am almost certain someone comes at night to take an arm load of wood. this morning I noticed a large area of empty space where I would not usually leave in that way. Our large logs have gone very quick. If someone cheeky enough to take a piece of wood on top of a free article even though it was clearly a sign then well wood theifs are around.
Warning and review of Canterbury Honda, Woodend Honda. Overcharged me for work on my bike, didn't call me to let me know it was going to cost more (more than double what we talked about). Made me make payment before i could get my bike back. Set my chain tension to hard, ie there was literally… View moreWarning and review of Canterbury Honda, Woodend Honda. Overcharged me for work on my bike, didn't call me to let me know it was going to cost more (more than double what we talked about). Made me make payment before i could get my bike back. Set my chain tension to hard, ie there was literally no movement in it at all. Was not interested in coming to a resolution over cost.
Bobby Calf Rescue! Help needed - Please Share - It's that time of the year again... well, in New Zealand anyway. Unwanted baby calves are being sent to slaughter and it's happening right now. I've got the first arrival this week (4 days old) and it's hard to choose which ones … View moreBobby Calf Rescue! Help needed - Please Share - It's that time of the year again... well, in New Zealand anyway. Unwanted baby calves are being sent to slaughter and it's happening right now. I've got the first arrival this week (4 days old) and it's hard to choose which ones are going to come home and to leave the others behind... We could do with a bit of help - calf milk powder, bottles and teats, covers, straw and hay.. we are based in Woodend and drop-offs would be absolutely amazing! I know we can't save them all but: “Whoever saves one life saves the world entire.” Quote - Schindler's List.
Christchurch is leading the country in petrol price falls – but the AA is asking why it didn't happen sooner.
A North Canterbury grandfather is desperate to spend time with his mokopuna, but an uncommon medical condition means he can’t tolerate their noise.
Rangiora’s Ivan Rupene-Ryan only received an official diagnosis of superior canal dehiscence syndrome (SCDS) in recent months, but has lived with … View moreA North Canterbury grandfather is desperate to spend time with his mokopuna, but an uncommon medical condition means he can’t tolerate their noise.
Rangiora’s Ivan Rupene-Ryan only received an official diagnosis of superior canal dehiscence syndrome (SCDS) in recent months, but has lived with the progressive intolerance to noise since his first episode almost two years ago.
He hopes his noise issues will be rectified through surgery. He is due to have otolaryngology surgery in two weeks and while he knows that comes with its own risks, he has to go through with it to give himself any chance at a return to normal life.
He wanted to share his story to let anyone else living with the condition know they were not alone and to try to improve others’ understanding of what it was like to live with such a condition constantly.
Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.
“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping … View moreNeighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.
“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping and taking me to the dentist when I broke my dentures and had no way of getting them mended. When I needed help in an emergency they were there for me reattaching the connections under my bed which I could not get to.They have taken me to doctors appointments and helped when I needed help in the house after a fall and when my Medic Alarm has been activated.”
North Cantabrian Joseph van Arendonk played a key role as part of an international peacekeeping force in the Sinai Peninsula in 2017-18.
Staff Sergeant van Arendonk was presented with a Chief of Defence Force Commendation by Chief of Defence Force Air Marshal Kevin Short at a ceremony in … View moreNorth Cantabrian Joseph van Arendonk played a key role as part of an international peacekeeping force in the Sinai Peninsula in 2017-18.
Staff Sergeant van Arendonk was presented with a Chief of Defence Force Commendation by Chief of Defence Force Air Marshal Kevin Short at a ceremony in Wellington.
His citation noted he had a complex role as operations instructor of the Multinational Force and Observers, which oversees the terms of the peace treaty between Egypt and Israel, and had “exceeded all expectations for his rank and trade”.
Congratulations Staff Sergeant van Arendonk.
WEDNESDAY MORNING 10 am to mid day.
MIXED POTTED DAFFODILS, AND MINIATURE TETE A TETE in flower and bud, at only $5.00 per pot. ALSO RUSTIC BIRD FEEDERS only $15.00 each.
On sale at our model railway club rooms, 13 BLAKE STREET RANGIORA.
ALSO THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the children to drive on our … View moreWEDNESDAY MORNING 10 am to mid day.
MIXED POTTED DAFFODILS, AND MINIATURE TETE A TETE in flower and bud, at only $5.00 per pot. ALSO RUSTIC BIRD FEEDERS only $15.00 each.
On sale at our model railway club rooms, 13 BLAKE STREET RANGIORA.
ALSO THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the children to drive on our large layout at only 50 cents for five minuets.
Hi, I am wanting to make contact with other families or know of families who have a member with CdLS. Please email me calamitykate@xtra.co.nz
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