Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2569 days ago

Poll: Does Rangiora need another off-licence?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A company with a string of failed applications across New Zealand now wants to open up a bottle shop in Rangiora, North Canterbury.

Rangiora Liquormart Ltd, formerly Stoke Liquormart, has applied for an off-licence for a premises on High St. If successful, it will be the North Canterbury … View more
A company with a string of failed applications across New Zealand now wants to open up a bottle shop in Rangiora, North Canterbury.

Rangiora Liquormart Ltd, formerly Stoke Liquormart, has applied for an off-licence for a premises on High St. If successful, it will be the North Canterbury town's 11th off-licence. About 18,100 people live in Rangiora.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Does Rangiora need another off-licence?
  • 2.9% Yes, Rangiora is growing fast
    2.9% Complete
  • 95.9% No, there's more than enough already
    95.9% Complete
  • 1.2% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments)
    1.2% Complete
172 votes
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2568 days ago

Old blankets etc needed urgently

Michelle from Belfast

Hi, does anyone have any old blankets, sheets etc they no longer want to use for packing please?
Thank you

2568 days ago

Grace Millane will 'forever be a Kiwi', her father says

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and … View more
Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and some evening singing Amazing Grace.

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2568 days ago

Handmade Tuahiwi Twilight Shopping Night - Friday 14th December, 4-8.30

Cathy from Woodend

Join us for a festive evening of shopping for quality,locally made handcrafted giftware. Shop local and visit each of our creative outlets along Tuahiwi Road for quality gifts and products made with integrity. Start at either Heavenlea Touch Homewares at 21 Tuahiwi Rd or at the Wildlife Gallery at … View moreJoin us for a festive evening of shopping for quality,locally made handcrafted giftware. Shop local and visit each of our creative outlets along Tuahiwi Road for quality gifts and products made with integrity. Start at either Heavenlea Touch Homewares at 21 Tuahiwi Rd or at the Wildlife Gallery at 370 Tuahiwi Rd. If you go to each of the 4 participating artisan businesses then you can go in the draw to win this amazing gift basket.

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2569 days ago

Van Wanted To Purchase

Graham from Eyrewell Forest

I am looking to buy a reliable low mileage van. Needs to have a towbar and prefer a solid roof rack. Price range 3k -5k. If you have a lower valued van that is possibly surplus to your needs I will also look at that. Same with a higher value - up to 7k. Prefer a manual gearbox. Of course I would … View moreI am looking to buy a reliable low mileage van. Needs to have a towbar and prefer a solid roof rack. Price range 3k -5k. If you have a lower valued van that is possibly surplus to your needs I will also look at that. Same with a higher value - up to 7k. Prefer a manual gearbox. Of course I would like it to be as tidy as possoble but reliablity is much more important. Prefer chain driven engine - non-cambelt but will look at all replies. Cash buyer. I will be wanting to put vehicle through an AA check. Please message me or email Graham - muzzo@xtra.co.nz

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2569 days ago

Help moving sheep.

Noeline from Kaiapoi

Hi, an elderly man needs help from someone,preferably with a couple of dogs to get some young ram lambs back into the paddock from the neighbours, The lambs are very strong willed and disobedient.Fernside rd area.

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2571 days ago

My chickens are now eating their eggs.

John from Eyrewell Forest

Some time ago on Youtube I saw that it was beneficial to feed eggshells to chickens as it helped them with calcium intake. This I did and they loved the scrunched up eggshell. However I have created monsters as they are now eating half of their eggs everyday before i can get out and pick them up. … View moreSome time ago on Youtube I saw that it was beneficial to feed eggshells to chickens as it helped them with calcium intake. This I did and they loved the scrunched up eggshell. However I have created monsters as they are now eating half of their eggs everyday before i can get out and pick them up. How do I break this habit? Any clever ideas?( I have one idea!)

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2569 days ago

COPPER VASE

Anne from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a VASE and it’s height is 27 cm and it’s diameter is 30 cm .

It’s weight is 2.1 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things … View more
Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a VASE and it’s height is 27 cm and it’s diameter is 30 cm .

It’s weight is 2.1 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things …

Pickup SWANNANOA or RANGIORA.

Price: $170

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2569 days ago

COPPER BASIN

Anne from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a BASIN and it’s height is 25.5 cm and it’s diameter is 38.5 cm .

It’s weight is 7.2 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful … View more
Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a BASIN and it’s height is 25.5 cm and it’s diameter is 38.5 cm .

It’s weight is 7.2 KG

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things …

Pickup SWANNANOA or RANGIORA.

Price: $250

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2569 days ago

COPPER JAR

Anne from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a JAR with an elegant chiselled pattern it’s height is 15.5 cm and it’s diameter is 21.5 cm.

It’s weight is 0.6 kg.

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for … View more
Hi all !

I propose today, direct from FRANCE, an ornamental trinket made of massive copper.

This is a JAR with an elegant chiselled pattern it’s height is 15.5 cm and it’s diameter is 21.5 cm.

It’s weight is 0.6 kg.

A chance to make an original and rare gift for Christmas for someone who loves beautiful things …

Pickup SWANNANOA or RANGIORA.

Price: $80

2569 days ago

Ho ho no: More AirNZ Christmas strikes on the table

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about … View more
Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about this, click here. Have you got travel insurance for your flights? If a strike happens, you might not be covered. Read more about the Insurance Council of NZ's travel cover warning here.

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2576 days ago

Waimakariri District Council investigating bylaw to ban private use of fireworks

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

The private use of fireworks could be banned in the Waimakariri district after the council agreed to consider creating a new bylaw.

"It's unlikely we will be able to ban the sale of fireworks in the district, but we should be able to introduce a bylaw about letting them off," … View more
The private use of fireworks could be banned in the Waimakariri district after the council agreed to consider creating a new bylaw.

"It's unlikely we will be able to ban the sale of fireworks in the district, but we should be able to introduce a bylaw about letting them off," Waimakariri councillor Paul Williams says.

What do you think? Click the link below to read the full story and share your thoughts in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published)

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2570 days ago

Sheep

Wayne from Kaiapoi

Hey, wondering if any sharers are available to Dagg and share 5 sheep in the Clarkville area? Thanks :)

2570 days ago

CAT CARE SALE

Karen from Rangiora

CAT CARE SALE
AND MINI GARAGE SALE
Sat & Sun 9am-2pm

17 Tripoli St Rangiora

we will have our usual sale items, new and used Cat toys, carriers, beds etc
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CAT CARE SALE
AND MINI GARAGE SALE
Sat & Sun 9am-2pm

17 Tripoli St Rangiora

we will have our usual sale items, new and used Cat toys, carriers, beds etc

Plus garage sale items most of which will be under $5 or make an offer!

Photos to follow

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2570 days ago

Don't miss out on the offer!

William from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

Free peg bag + 10% off this month only!
Book in your clothesline so you can get it installed before Xmas!
Only 32 Coast Lines left in stock until the end of the month, going fast Contact us today on 0800 75 49 86
www.swiftdryclotheslines.co.nz...

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