Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

Canterbury's Surface Prep & Coating Specialists

Canterbury's Surface Prep & Coating Specialists

Blasting, zinc arc spraying, and industrial painting – done right. Mild steel, stainless, and alloy treatments. Book a site visit! 

2819 days ago

Poll: Are you able to afford your own home?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the … View more
Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the regions - and they're not looking back.

So, in your current situation are you able to afford your own home?

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Are you able to afford your own home?
  • 41% Yes, I can
    41% Complete
  • 15.9% Only with the help of Kiwisaver/ partner
    15.9% Complete
  • 6.9% In another 5-10 years I could
    6.9% Complete
  • 36.3% No, renting is my only option
    36.3% Complete
1997 votes
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2819 days ago

Entertainment Book

Kara from Kaiapoi

Hello all,

If you are thinking of purchasing the Entertainment Book this year, please consider ordering via the SPCA.
It helps to support the animals in more ways than one....here is the link
www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...

Kara :)

2820 days ago

Do you like this Clothesline?

William from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

We have a great range of outdoor washing lines and accessories available here in Rangiora

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2847 days ago

Are you ready for winter?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Firewood retailers are warning consumers to watch out for "cowboys" selling wet wood on social media.

Demand for firewood in Christchurch is peaking ahead of winter, with wait times for bigger loads already stretching out to more than two months.

Are you prepared or are you … View more
Firewood retailers are warning consumers to watch out for "cowboys" selling wet wood on social media.

Demand for firewood in Christchurch is peaking ahead of winter, with wait times for bigger loads already stretching out to more than two months.

Are you prepared or are you struggling to get enough firewood this year?

*Please write DNP (Do Not Print) if you don't want your comment to be published in print and/or on Stuff*

2820 days ago

Great value, locally produced Honey for Sale. Beeswax is now also available.

Susan from Eyrewell Forest

We are selling this seasons wonderful tasting and locally produced honey. We will continue to have this honey available so anytime you want to order, please get in touch.
1 kg of Honey Dew $13
1 kg of Clover $13
500 gms Manuka $15
We now have beeswax available in 100 gm blocks $10 too
We are… View more
We are selling this seasons wonderful tasting and locally produced honey. We will continue to have this honey available so anytime you want to order, please get in touch.
1 kg of Honey Dew $13
1 kg of Clover $13
500 gms Manuka $15
We now have beeswax available in 100 gm blocks $10 too
We are also offering free delivery in North Canterbury, delivery to anywhere else in New Zealand can be arranged.
If you would like to purchase some of our delicious honey or beeswax, please get in touch either via email at queenbeez@queenbeez.net.nz or text 022 4063933.

We look forward to hearing from you 😊🐝🍯

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2820 days ago

Heater

Melva from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Free standing Evantair Heater, two heat level, 1200watts. Excellent can ndition.

Price: $50

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2820 days ago

Chest freezer

Melva from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Telemann chest freezer 100litre excellent condition

Price: $150

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2820 days ago

Welectric heater

Melva from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Goldair turbo convector thermostat control. 900 to 2400 watts.

Price: $80

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2820 days ago

Fusion offering 25% OFF on beer and wine with your dinner meal from 5pm till 8 pm all days till 30th June.

Anirban from Rangiora

To beat Winters and rain, Fusion is offering 25% OFF on beer and wine with your dinner meal from 5pm till 8 pm all days till 30th June.
Best deal for Winters, Isn't it!

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2821 days ago

Planting Tip: Seeds to sow in June

Lauren from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

This year is flying by! It's time to sow those June seeds.

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2821 days ago

Poll: Are home ventilation systems worth it?

Reporter Homed

Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View more
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.

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Are home ventilation systems worth it?
  • 62.1% Yes it's been great.
    62.1% Complete
  • 16.8% No, our windows still weep.
    16.8% Complete
  • 21.1% It's improved but not removed.
    21.1% Complete
972 votes
2821 days ago

PENNY

Karen from Rangiora

PENNY Penny came to us when her owner could no longer care for her due to ill health. She is a lovely, smoochy girl, approx 15 months old. Small but with the longest tail! She would suit any home without small children or other cats as she does not care for them, we are unsure how she is with Dogs.… View morePENNY Penny came to us when her owner could no longer care for her due to ill health. She is a lovely, smoochy girl, approx 15 months old. Small but with the longest tail! She would suit any home without small children or other cats as she does not care for them, we are unsure how she is with Dogs. She has been desexed, microchipped, is fully vaccinated and tested negative for feline aids. She will also come with 30 days free pet insurance. To come and meet this little darling call Karen 034241933 or 0212531842

2825 days ago

What do you think about our airports?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Canterbury,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports … View more
Hi Canterbury,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”

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2821 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

#NVW2018

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