Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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2813 days ago

Final chance to have your say

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax… View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website by 30 April, watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Don't miss out. Have your say on the future of tax by 30 April at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
Find out more

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2813 days ago

Tall boy for sale

Ian from Rangiora

A set of 4 drawers in good condition. Selling due to setting up a nursery.
H : 820mm
D : 400mm
W : 590mm
Drawers are on metal runners.

Price: $80

2813 days ago

Poll: Do you do this while driving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've got a question for you. Tell us truthfully what your tendencies are when it comes to using your mobile phone while driving. Don't worry we won't tell anyone; we're just trying to find out how widespread mobile usage is while driving. Voting on the poll below is completely … View moreWe've got a question for you. Tell us truthfully what your tendencies are when it comes to using your mobile phone while driving. Don't worry we won't tell anyone; we're just trying to find out how widespread mobile usage is while driving. Voting on the poll below is completely anonymous.

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Do you do this while driving?
  • 8.3% I use my mobile while I'm driving
    8.3% Complete
  • 16.9% I use my mobile when stopped at a traffic light
    16.9% Complete
  • 31.9% I don't touch my phone while driving
    31.9% Complete
  • 39.9% I pull over when I need to use my mobile
    39.9% Complete
  • 3% I don't drive
    3% Complete
3986 votes
2813 days ago

What to plant in April

Lauren from SwiftDry Clotheslines NZ

Autumn is now in full swing. Here's what you should be planting this month.

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2814 days ago

Fresh Victoria Sponge with Coffee

Anirban from Rangiora

Hi North Canterbury,
Fusion Café Restaurant Bar is pleased to offer freshly baked cabinet food everyday. We also make fresh Breakfast and open for Lunch and Dinner.
Visit us, experience fresh food and drinks, coffee.
See you at
3B Good Street, Rangiora.
Call us: 03 310 8108

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2814 days ago

Farm Fresh Milk on Plaskett road is closing :-(

Padi from Rangiora

Hi Folks,
Hayden and Gillian have been providing fantastic farm fresh milk for over 4 years and it is sad to them close. I really hope a wave of community support might change their minds to continue and stay open :-)
Thank you so much Hayden and Gillian :-)
Best regards,
All the creamiest … View more
Hi Folks,
Hayden and Gillian have been providing fantastic farm fresh milk for over 4 years and it is sad to them close. I really hope a wave of community support might change their minds to continue and stay open :-)
Thank you so much Hayden and Gillian :-)
Best regards,
All the creamiest fresh milk loving community :-)

Here is the link to their farm
www.facebook.com...

2820 days ago

Unwanted used screws, corrugated iron, wire netting and other building and misc. materials wanted:

Kim from Eyrewell Forest

I am looking for any unwanted second hand building materials to build extra housing for my rescued ducks, and for the domestic egg laying ducks who's eggs support the rescued ducks.

The following sorts of things would be useful if you have any you don't want:

Screws especially self … View more
I am looking for any unwanted second hand building materials to build extra housing for my rescued ducks, and for the domestic egg laying ducks who's eggs support the rescued ducks.

The following sorts of things would be useful if you have any you don't want:

Screws especially self tapping square or phillips type 32mm or longer used is fine as long as they can be reused. Also drill bits for the same screw size as my cordless drill keeps dropping them at random.
Roofing nails or screws
Plywood, corrugated iron, old doors or old windows in wooden frames
Metal brackets, braces supports, flat/straight or corner etc to join or brace wooden sections
Planks of wood in good condition..
Wire netting or fencing wire
Polythene clear plastic
Waratahs all lengths
Staples or brads 18 guage for a staplegun unused.
Any other items that might be useful to build a duck house

Also if anyone has an old automatic washing machine they no longer need, it would be outdoors used to wash towels and other linen used for ducklings, so wouldn't matter if it had like small leaks etc as long as all functions (wash, spin, drain water) worked.

And if anyone has any duck weed in their streams or pond, or reeds/Bullrushes or flaxes /grasses they don't want, to plant round my duck pond.

Or unwanted artificial grass/Astro turf.

If you can help with any of the above please text 020 406 41485

Https://www.facebook.com/uninhibitedducks

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2818 days ago

Lady bird first picture book

Viv from Kaiapoi

We would love to get this book for our grandchild, it is out of print so wondered if anybody would have one in the attic to sell? Thanks

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2843 days ago

Mandala Orchard, Fletchers rd Loburn

Tony from Loburn

Pick your own apples, $5 a shopping bag (about 10 Kilos)
now ready; tree ripened Red Pippin

Negotiable

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2814 days ago

Kaiapoi Brass Band "Spirit of ANZAC"

Peter and Julie from Woodend

Sunday April 22. at Kaiapoi Baptist

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2814 days ago

Black and white cat hit- Rangiora Oxford road

Kylie from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi. Unfortunately I just witnessed a black and white cat which ran out and went under a car on the corner of Rangiora Oxford road and Acorn lane? The cat ran away (could still walk) but was hiding in the house on the corner. No one home and couldn't get in to find the cat. Will definitely … View moreHi. Unfortunately I just witnessed a black and white cat which ran out and went under a car on the corner of Rangiora Oxford road and Acorn lane? The cat ran away (could still walk) but was hiding in the house on the corner. No one home and couldn't get in to find the cat. Will definitely need to see a vet.

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2818 days ago

Queen size bed for sale

Ian from Rangiora

Queen size mattress & base complete with bedding.
Has been used as a spare bed but selling due to setting up a nursery.
Used but still in good condition.
Selling with reversible comforter set, geo pattern one side stripes the other. Includes comforter, two pillow cases (incl. Pillows) and a … View more
Queen size mattress & base complete with bedding.
Has been used as a spare bed but selling due to setting up a nursery.
Used but still in good condition.
Selling with reversible comforter set, geo pattern one side stripes the other. Includes comforter, two pillow cases (incl. Pillows) and a bunch of throw pillows, triangle pillow with case, A down duvet inner, A wool underlay that is also an electric blanket, however we are unsure the electric blanket works or not but do have both removable controls.
Not included are the purple blanket in photo and the valance sheet.
Will sell bed alone without bedding for $150

Price: $250

2815 days ago

Pure Coloured Merino Rams X 2 Dark Grey Badger faced

Maree from Swannanoa - Ohoka

2 Merino rams for sale, 3 and 4 years old. Both have had multiple twin progeny and coloured from black, grey and brown, spotty black/white.
Younger ram is a twin. Both carry black genetics as from black mums.
Ultra fine fleeces, micron est at 19-21. Great conformation and bone structure. Healthy … View more
2 Merino rams for sale, 3 and 4 years old. Both have had multiple twin progeny and coloured from black, grey and brown, spotty black/white.
Younger ram is a twin. Both carry black genetics as from black mums.
Ultra fine fleeces, micron est at 19-21. Great conformation and bone structure. Healthy and well grown. Ready to go to work now.
Price is each Ram. Photo1 is younger ram, Photo 2 older. Taken last week.

Price: $250

2816 days ago

Falling over isn’t part of the aging process

The Team from ACC New Zealand

It’s ‘April Falls’ this month, and we’re raising awareness of preventing falls. We want to help you stay on your feet and living the life you want to live.

As we age, the risk of having a fall increases. Those over the age of 65 have a 1 in 3 chance of having a fall and those over 80 … View more
It’s ‘April Falls’ this month, and we’re raising awareness of preventing falls. We want to help you stay on your feet and living the life you want to live.

As we age, the risk of having a fall increases. Those over the age of 65 have a 1 in 3 chance of having a fall and those over 80 it’s 1 in 2.

Having a fall can be devastating and can often result in a broken bone, which is painful and can take a long time to heal stopping us from doing the things we love.

The good news is that many falls are preventable. A new movement called Live Stronger for Longer aims to help reduce the risk of having a fall so we can live an independent and active life.

Having good strength and balance is key to staying on your feet. You can find approved community strength and balance classes in your area and practical information, advice, and resources on reducing the risk of falls.

Live Stronger for Longer and join the movement today.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, HQSC, MOH and your local community health providers.
Find a class near you

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2816 days ago

Labrador puppy

Carol from Rangiora

I have one beautiful black Labrador puppy for sale was a cancelled order due to a familys changing circumstance.He is 7 weeks old due to go to a loving home next weekend (start of school holidays He is $1000.00 parents are registered and have both been DNA profiled eye tests hip and elbow scored … View moreI have one beautiful black Labrador puppy for sale was a cancelled order due to a familys changing circumstance.He is 7 weeks old due to go to a loving home next weekend (start of school holidays He is $1000.00 parents are registered and have both been DNA profiled eye tests hip and elbow scored can be contacted on 0273091216

Price: $1,000

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