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The Waimakariri voter will have to pick a new mayor from nine nominations. Councillors Dan Gordon, Paul Williams, Robbie Brine, Wendy Doody and Kirstyn Barnett are in the running, along with former army officer Oliver Sanderson, Natalie Leary, Jay Webb and Michael Bate. There are also 21 names … View moreThe Waimakariri voter will have to pick a new mayor from nine nominations. Councillors Dan Gordon, Paul Williams, Robbie Brine, Wendy Doody and Kirstyn Barnett are in the running, along with former army officer Oliver Sanderson, Natalie Leary, Jay Webb and Michael Bate. There are also 21 names nominated for a seat around the council table.
Click the link below to view the full list of candidates.
Right-o Quizzers! The Social Club and Urban Revival are hosting a Quiz night on the 15th August - ITS FREE, MORE FUN, EASIER and NOT AS LONG as previous quizzes that have hosted.
So please grab a team of 4-8 people, register with your name, phone number, team name, email address and # in team to … View moreRight-o Quizzers! The Social Club and Urban Revival are hosting a Quiz night on the 15th August - ITS FREE, MORE FUN, EASIER and NOT AS LONG as previous quizzes that have hosted.
So please grab a team of 4-8 people, register with your name, phone number, team name, email address and # in team to silverstreamsocialclub@gmail.com and beat the winter blues with a fun night out!
Limited to 15 teams, so DO NOT DELAY! Pop any questions in the comments below.
Treat yourself to dinner or nibbles at Urban Revival before the quiz kicks off at 7pm.
REGISTER TODAY!!!!
Students from Rangiora New Life School were upset this week to find diesel in Middlebrook Creek, which runs through the school.
ECan North Canterbury zone manager Andrew Arps said the spill was still being investigated.
"We have received information about the oil in the waterway and had an … View moreStudents from Rangiora New Life School were upset this week to find diesel in Middlebrook Creek, which runs through the school.
ECan North Canterbury zone manager Andrew Arps said the spill was still being investigated.
"We have received information about the oil in the waterway and had an officer on site on Tuesday. We have identified the source of the spill, and are continuing to work closely with WDC to investigate what happened and the parties concerned."
Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.
Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. 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 … View moreUsing just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.
Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. 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
NZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. … View moreNZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply click on the link, register your details once, then vote each day until voting closes on September 4
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Are we happier owning our own home or renting?
It turns out one answer does not fit all.
Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more
An Olympic-level aquasports park first mooted for Christchurch's red zone could now be created in Kaiapoi's red zone instead.
The WHoW Charitable Trust wants to open whitewater, surf and cable wakeboard parks along the Kaiapoi River in the residential red zone.
The project was initially… View moreAn Olympic-level aquasports park first mooted for Christchurch's red zone could now be created in Kaiapoi's red zone instead.
The WHoW Charitable Trust wants to open whitewater, surf and cable wakeboard parks along the Kaiapoi River in the residential red zone.
The project was initially earmarked for Christchurch's red zone, but trust spokesman Scott Kotoul said Kaiapoi's red zone was "ready to go" with new developments now.
We urgently need a house sitter with some basic livestock knowledge. Our house sitter has pulled out as we prepare to go overseas for 19 days. Can anyone help out at short notice? There’s also a dog and cat to care for. Many thanks.
New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?
There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.
Rangiora's Stonewall Farm this week announced the birth of a three-quarter Nadudana Zebu heifer.
Nadudana Zebu Cattle are one of the world's oldest cattle breeds and the only true miniature cattle breed.
Rob Collins regularly visits the Waimakariri River mouth and says he is saddened by the amount of rubbish left behind.
He has started collecting bags full of rubbish on his walks but would prefer people not leave the mess in the first place.
Have you come across problem areas for rubbish? Tell us… View moreRob Collins regularly visits the Waimakariri River mouth and says he is saddened by the amount of rubbish left behind.
He has started collecting bags full of rubbish on his walks but would prefer people not leave the mess in the first place.
Have you come across problem areas for rubbish? Tell us more in the comments below.
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