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Do you have any young children who are huge Star Wars Fans?
Are you bringing the family out to the Kaiapoi Santa Parade this year on Saturday 1 December 2018?
Then this could well be the opportunity of a lifetime!!!!
FOUR lucky children will get to walk in this year's Kaiapoi Santa Parade … View moreDo you have any young children who are huge Star Wars Fans?
Are you bringing the family out to the Kaiapoi Santa Parade this year on Saturday 1 December 2018?
Then this could well be the opportunity of a lifetime!!!!
FOUR lucky children will get to walk in this year's Kaiapoi Santa Parade ALONGSIDE a certain Dark Lord of the Sith who will be in attendance at this community event!
(And we have it on good authority that he has a Goodie Bag for each lucky child!!!!!)
HOW TO ENTER:
1. VISIT and LIKE DARK SIDE Entertainers Facebook Page!
2. FIND THIS POST on our page and TAG your child in the comments!
It's as simple as that! Winners will be announced on Monday 5 November 2018.
Levon Anderson, 41, is recovering in Christchurch Hospital after contracting Legionnaires' disease and being in an induced coma for 12 days.
What started as a regular cough and cold accelerated into a life-threatening respiratory disease within hours, sister Stacey Breen says.
Doctors … View moreLevon Anderson, 41, is recovering in Christchurch Hospital after contracting Legionnaires' disease and being in an induced coma for 12 days.
What started as a regular cough and cold accelerated into a life-threatening respiratory disease within hours, sister Stacey Breen says.
Doctors believed it was most likely he had contracted the disease from inhalation of the Legionella bacteria in the compost and gardening mix he was transporting for his job.
Petrol prices in many parts of the country have crossed $2.40 for the first time, days out from a nationwide tax increase.
Stations in many parts of the South Island are now charging $2.409 a litre for regular petrol, the latest in a series of record highs seen in recent weeks. How have these … View morePetrol prices in many parts of the country have crossed $2.40 for the first time, days out from a nationwide tax increase.
Stations in many parts of the South Island are now charging $2.409 a litre for regular petrol, the latest in a series of record highs seen in recent weeks. How have these changes affected you?
Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.
Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!
Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.
Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights… View moreCome and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.
Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights at the elegant Chateau Tongariro plus so much more.
Fabulous scenery, company, food, wine and excursions all combine to make this a brilliant experience.
The seventh annual Oxford Garden Fete, set in the beautiful Ribblesdale Gardens, is on Sunday 28 October, 10am - 4pm.
The fete will feature 100 stalls offering up an amazing selection of food, drink, craft and local products as well as plenty of entertainment for children and the blokes, all … View moreThe seventh annual Oxford Garden Fete, set in the beautiful Ribblesdale Gardens, is on Sunday 28 October, 10am - 4pm.
The fete will feature 100 stalls offering up an amazing selection of food, drink, craft and local products as well as plenty of entertainment for children and the blokes, all set against the backdrop of an established, expansive country garden.
Local celebrity and Canterbury icon, Hilary Muir, is the guest speaker this year and Christchurch base duo, Assembly Required, will be back entertaining the crowd again.
Keep an eye on the website www.oxfordfete.co.nz for more information and ticket details.
Again, the NORTH CANTERBURY MODEL RAILWAY CLUB is at the kaiapoi Library with THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the children to operate. Daily from 9 am to 4 pm. ONLY 50 cents for a 4 minute drive. We also have more diorama kits for children to make up their own mini model railway at only $10 each.
After the devastating Kaikōura earthquakes, changed landscapes have formed creating a new New Zealand for us to explore. Be one of the first to take the Coastal Pacific train along the east coast of the South Island to discover the different scenery when it re-opens December 1.
Photo … View moreAfter the devastating Kaikōura earthquakes, changed landscapes have formed creating a new New Zealand for us to explore. Be one of the first to take the Coastal Pacific train along the east coast of the South Island to discover the different scenery when it re-opens December 1.
Photo credit: Rob Suisted | Naturepics
To the person who ran over our dearly loved family cat last evening. How could you not stop and at least remove her off the road. We hope you never have to suffer the same as our 12 year old grandaughter is today. There is lots more I would like to say but its not printable.
Liz & Tony … View moreTo the person who ran over our dearly loved family cat last evening. How could you not stop and at least remove her off the road. We hope you never have to suffer the same as our 12 year old grandaughter is today. There is lots more I would like to say but its not printable.
Liz & Tony Grenfell
I am offering full board to someone who is either working full time or a full time student.
Our house is 3 bedroom, 1 year old and is lovely and warm. We are in Kaiapoi.
You would be living with myself, my daughter and our little dog. Sorry no pets.
Board will include food, laundry, power and … View moreI am offering full board to someone who is either working full time or a full time student.
Our house is 3 bedroom, 1 year old and is lovely and warm. We are in Kaiapoi.
You would be living with myself, my daughter and our little dog. Sorry no pets.
Board will include food, laundry, power and internet.
Looking for a relatively tidy person with a good sense of humor. Must be able to pay board on time.
References would be good if possible.
We are a quiet household but we like a laugh.
Please PM me for more information.
Small business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.
This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. … View moreSmall business in New Zealand is a big deal. So Stuff, in association with Neighbourly, wants to know what small business thinks about the big issues.
This survey will only take a couple of minutes, but will help us understand the challenges and opportunities for our little big businesses. We'd love you to be involved.
Plus complete the survey and you're in the draw to win a $100 supermarket voucher to treat you and your team to morning tea!
If you’re a motorcyclist and you take safety training, should you get a rebate on your rego? ACC’s new proposal might reward you.
Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday it is all go at the BIG MODEL TRAIN SHOW at the PIONEER STADIUM CHCH. There is a great line up of fantastic model railway layouts as well as sales tables. Our diorama table is full as well as items for sale. Thomas and Friends will be very popular again this year with … View moreTomorrow, Saturday and Sunday it is all go at the BIG MODEL TRAIN SHOW at the PIONEER STADIUM CHCH. There is a great line up of fantastic model railway layouts as well as sales tables. Our diorama table is full as well as items for sale. Thomas and Friends will be very popular again this year with the children, as will KIWI, our Rangiora friend of Thomas.
The NORTH CANTERBURY MODEL RAILWAY CLUB is proud to be a key participant at the model train show.
Panasonic Bread Maker Model SD 2501. $100.00 . In new condition. Only used about 5 times. Phone Rangiora 745 91 48
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