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Petra, pictured, is an 11-year-old Abyssinian cat with no tail who is looking for a new home after her owner died.
She's one of hundreds of cats needing new homes in North Canterbury every years, according to Cat Care Incorporated.
Your cat will love this easy-to make contemporary cat tree. Paint in Resene testpots to complement your décor or accent it.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View moreThis boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.
Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.
A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.
This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.
Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
Big and bold pottery set. Good for decoration or practical at BBQ time .No chips or cracks, excellent condition.
Spring Clean✨ CLEAN EVERYTHING, EVERYWHERE!
From skirting boards to walls, taps and behind fridges. Consider having carpets professionally cleaned and don't forget the windows! 🧽🧼💦✨🌼
Once a deep clean has been done, it will be easier to clean between open homes and viewings.
Hi everyone,
This is just an observation and not a challenge, after reading the comments on the Poll for Daylight Saving.
If we no longer eat meat of any kind, drink animal milk or use any of the bi products of animal milk -
What will happen to the animals who supply all of this?
Farmers of … View moreHi everyone,
This is just an observation and not a challenge, after reading the comments on the Poll for Daylight Saving.
If we no longer eat meat of any kind, drink animal milk or use any of the bi products of animal milk -
What will happen to the animals who supply all of this?
Farmers of all kinds can't and, I expect, won't want to breed, keep, house, whatever they do at the moment, any of these non-productive animals and birds.
So ........
What is going to happen to all the cows, sheep, pigs, deer, chickens, turkeys, ducks etc etc?
Do we just wipe out all of the above?
We can't set them free. There won't be enough land because I expect farmers will have to go back to growing grain etc.
Is there a logical, calm, level-headed, answer to all of this?
Because the next thing may be that the grain we eat is full of chemicals and will also cause many illnesses and death via diseases.
Will people then start arguing for the grain to be monitored or whatever?
Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.
It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga … View moreLooking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.
It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga #Tuia250
The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET will be held on this coming Sunday 13th October from 9 am to 2 pm at the BLAKE STREET car park. Again lots of interesting bargains for all from garden tools, household items, clothing, toys, bikes, baby items, soaps, scented candles, bath bombs, plants, health products, … View moreThe RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET will be held on this coming Sunday 13th October from 9 am to 2 pm at the BLAKE STREET car park. Again lots of interesting bargains for all from garden tools, household items, clothing, toys, bikes, baby items, soaps, scented candles, bath bombs, plants, health products, hand crafted greeting / gift cards, books, handy person tools, wood craft, hats for the summer, garden sculptures and many other items. For stall space call Arthur on 03 745 91 48 or message on facebook.
THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the children to operate will be in our club rooms beside the market.
DON'T FORGET the great coffee and food at FOOLS OF DESIRE at the market end of Conway Lane.
The market is now in Summer time days, that is twice a month until March 2020.
The market is organised and run by the NORTH CANTERBURY MODEL RAILWAY CLUB Inc.
Countdown will offer low-sensory quiet hours in its stores nationwide. These hours are intended to help families with children who are sensitive to surroundings, particularly those with autism.
Will this benefit your family? Should it be rolled out across other supermarkets?
Find out more here.
A charity car rally has raised $32,000 for children's mental health research and the development of an app designed to help parents support their children's well-being.
The Avis Budget Group Cure Kids 1000 hit the road on Red Nose Day with nine teams driving in convoy from … View moreA charity car rally has raised $32,000 for children's mental health research and the development of an app designed to help parents support their children's well-being.
The Avis Budget Group Cure Kids 1000 hit the road on Red Nose Day with nine teams driving in convoy from Christchurch, through the North Canterbury back roads to Hanmer Springs, and back again to raise vital funds for a new app called Kakano.
Bruce Vincer, general manager, New Zealand Avis Budget Group, says his colleague, Rodney Swinney, wanted to organise a fun way to raise money for Cure Kids and came up with the idea of a charity car rally. He says "Mental health is a serious issue in our society, and it is important our young people are able to get the help and support they need."
Hi neighbours - it was introduced to reduce the "significant financial pressure" on Kiwi families, but so far only about one in four eligible schools have signed up to the Government scheme to replace voluntary donations.
Under the draft Education Amendment Bill, decile 1-7 state and … View moreHi neighbours - it was introduced to reduce the "significant financial pressure" on Kiwi families, but so far only about one in four eligible schools have signed up to the Government scheme to replace voluntary donations.
Under the draft Education Amendment Bill, decile 1-7 state and state-integrated schools can opt to receive a payment of $150 per student, per year if they agree not to ask parents or caregivers for donations.
But as of last week, with just over a month to go until boards of trustees need to register, only 471 out of 1749 schools had told the Ministry of Education that they intend to sign up to the initiative.
In Canterbury, Shirley Boys' High School has rejected the discretionary grants, with headmaster John Laurenson saying its co-curriculum programme "would have to cease" if it took up the Government's offer.
Please note the dates for the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET From October 2019 to March 2020. To book a stall please email Arthur at sir.arthur@xnet .co.nz or phone Rangiora 03 745 91 48.
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