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Thanks for sharing your awesome summer holiday plans for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 $100 Prezzy … View moreIt's been a cool summer, but hopefully, warmth will soon embrace us! We're overjoyed to announce a whopping 1100 responses from all you wonderful folks, spreading those delightful summer vibes!
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Repurpose an old pallet and decorate in Resene paints to make a luxurious garden swing.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!
Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.
For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the … View moreNot sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!
Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.
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This sale is for raspberry plants ($20 each or 4 for $60) plus some thornless blackberry plants. Most plants have some fruit. All plants are in top-quality soil.
Buy asap before all the fruit ripens.
All raspberries have been transplanted from existing Clutha, Heritage and Lewis varieties. … View moreThis sale is for raspberry plants ($20 each or 4 for $60) plus some thornless blackberry plants. Most plants have some fruit. All plants are in top-quality soil.
Buy asap before all the fruit ripens.
All raspberries have been transplanted from existing Clutha, Heritage and Lewis varieties. They produce fantastic raspberries. The thornless blackberries are Black Satin.
TIP: Keep in pots until all fruit is picked. Then transplant.
Pick up in Rangiora. However, for a $100 purchase, I'm happy to deliver within 30 minutes of Rangiora for an extra $10.
We need to exchange mobile numbers before pickup.
Are you concerned about root spread when growing raspberries and blackberries?
If you are concerned re how to grow raspberries and keep them contained - fear not! It's not difficult to achieve. I’m happy to explain how to keep them under control and give you a 1-page ‘How To’ guide.
Metservice has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for people in the following local areas:
Marlborough, Christchurch and Canterbury Plains
Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri
Darfield, Glentunnel, Hororata, Oxford, Sheffield, Kirwee and Charing Cross.
Cust, Eyrewell Forest and West Eyreton
… View moreMetservice has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for people in the following local areas:
Marlborough, Christchurch and Canterbury Plains
Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri
Darfield, Glentunnel, Hororata, Oxford, Sheffield, Kirwee and Charing Cross.
Cust, Eyrewell Forest and West Eyreton
Oxford, Rangiora, Ashley Forest, Lees Valley
These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain, large hail and damaging wind gusts.
What you need to know:
- Very heavy rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.
- Large hail can cause significant damage to crops, orchards, vines, glasshouses and vehicles, and make driving conditions hazardous.
- Very strong wind gusts can break branches from trees, damage roofing, and make driving hazardous especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.
The National Emergency Management Agency advises that as storms approach you should:
- Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows;
- Avoid sheltering under trees, if outside;
- Get back to land, if outdoors on the water;
- Move cars under cover or away from trees;
- Secure any loose objects around your property;
- Check that drains and gutters are clear;
- Be ready to slow down or stop, if driving.
During and after the storm, you should also:
- Beware of fallen trees and power lines;
- Avoid streams and drains as you may be swept away in flash flooding.
Keep up to date with active MetService warnings here.
Hi neighbours.
I've recently had magpies hanging around my garden. I have a toddler who plays in our garden so I don't really want them there as I have heard they can swoop/attack during nesting season? Is there anything I can do to deter them? I don't want to hurt them.
Let me … View moreHi neighbours.
I've recently had magpies hanging around my garden. I have a toddler who plays in our garden so I don't really want them there as I have heard they can swoop/attack during nesting season? Is there anything I can do to deter them? I don't want to hurt them.
Let me know if you have any experiences/ideas. Thank you!
*13 Stalls, we are selling separately so please pay at each stall as you go, just like a normal market type sale.
* Huge savings on designer branded clothing for kids
* Preloved & New Quality Clothing, Toys, Furniture, Accessories
FIRST IN FIRST SERVE!!! from 10am to 3pm! See you … View more*13 Stalls, we are selling separately so please pay at each stall as you go, just like a normal market type sale.
* Huge savings on designer branded clothing for kids
* Preloved & New Quality Clothing, Toys, Furniture, Accessories
FIRST IN FIRST SERVE!!! from 10am to 3pm! See you there!
At Charles Upham Village we have warm and comfortable serviced apartments available now. Serviced apartment living means you can spend more time doing the things you love while we take care of the rest.
Call Tracy on 03 310 8644 to join our welcoming community today.
Indoor bowls, 7.30 pm, Monday 11 December at the Eyreton hall. All are welcome; it doesn't matter if you've never rolled a bowl before. We have four mats.
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Kāinga Ora is redeveloping some of its properties in Kaiapoi and Rangiora to meet a growing demand for social housing in the Waimakariri district.
A recent report prepared for the Waimakariri and Hurunui District Councils highlighted a lack of adequate… View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Kāinga Ora is redeveloping some of its properties in Kaiapoi and Rangiora to meet a growing demand for social housing in the Waimakariri district.
A recent report prepared for the Waimakariri and Hurunui District Councils highlighted a lack of adequate emergency and transitional housing and the difficulties of getting on Kāinga Ora’s waiting list.
Kāinga Ora Canterbury regional director Liz Krause said increasing the number of homes on sites in Kaiapoi and Rangiora meant more people could stay in their local area, close to transport options, schools, shops and other amenities.
‘‘When planning for new homes to be built, we carefully consider the designs so they work well and provide the best outcomes for the people and whānau who will live there, as well as the wider community.’’
Since the Canterbury earthquakes in 2010 and 2011, Kāinga Ora has built 73 new homes in the Waimakariri district.
New projects were under way Kaiapoi and Rangiora to meet the growing demand.
Two large sites in Princess Place and Williams St in Kaiapoi were being redeveloped, with seven large, older houses being replaced with 21 warm and dry homes.
The redevelopment of five sites in Church, Lindon and Tyler streets in Rangiora will lead to another 22 new homes built.
‘‘The brand new homes will replace older homes and be far better suited to the modern lifestyles of our customers,’’ Krause said.
‘‘All of these new homes will come with their own off-street parking and 15 will meet full universal design standards, meaning they can be adapted to be accessible for people of all abilities, at any stage of life.’’
Demolition of the existing buildings, site preparations and construction have begun for some properties, while the majority of the homes are expected to be completed by the third quarter of next year.
‘‘As we progress these redevelopments, we will keep neighbours, the local community and key stakeholders informed with updates on progress,’’ Krause said.
‘‘We’re really looking forward to construction starting and delivering these brand new homes to the Waimakariri community.’’
■ Public interest journalism funded through New Zealand on Air.
By local democracy reporter David Hill:
A lack of after hours healthcare in North Canterbury is no closer to being resolved.
A promised after hours facility at the Rangiora Health Hub could be delayed again, while no interim plan for after hours healthcare in the region has been forthcoming.
… View moreBy local democracy reporter David Hill:
A lack of after hours healthcare in North Canterbury is no closer to being resolved.
A promised after hours facility at the Rangiora Health Hub could be delayed again, while no interim plan for after hours healthcare in the region has been forthcoming.
South Link Health Group entered into an agreement with the Ministry of Health in 2021 to build the after hours facility and received a resource consent last year from the Waimakariri District Council.
But the group has yet to apply for a building consent.
Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey, who is now associate health minister, said he was frustrated to hear there was another delay, and called on Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand to provide "clearer communication".
‘‘This is yet another example of this project dragging further out, and all the while the growing community of Waimakariri is left more confused, and without fit-for-purpose health services.
‘‘Let’s be clear, residents in Waimakariri have been promised a facility and have patiently waited for long enough now.’’
With the new Rangiora Medical Centre not expected to open until 2025, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand advised a public meeting in Rangiora in April it had asked local GPs to come up with an interim plan.
But seven months on, Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury group manager, office of the regional wayfinder, Greg Hamilton said "conversations are continuing’’.
‘‘We are continuing to work with the key parties involved in the new practice and Hato Hone St John, exploring options for after-hours provision locally that could be operational before the new facility opens.’’
Waimakariri residents accessing after hours medical services in Christchurch had increased by 17 percent since 2019, Te Whatu Ora advised the April meeting, which had been called by Mr Doocey.
The Ministry of Health entered into an agreement with South Link Health Group in 2021, following a petition calling for after hours healthcare being presented to the former Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) two years earlier.
South Link Health Group, which is a network of 26 medical practises, is responsible for funding and constructing the new facility.
It will include full radiology services (ultrasound, CT and MRI scans), GP services, a pharmacy, and urgent after hours healthcare.
A spokesperson for South Link Health Group said a building consent was ready to be presented and it was seeking tenders by the end of January.
Work on the site is expected to begin in March, with the medical centre on track to open in the first half of 2025.
The spokesperson said staff recruitment continued to be ‘‘a major challenge’’.
■ Limited after hours healthcare is available at Durham Health, Rangiora, and the Amberley Medical Centre over the weekend, and at local pharmacies.
Residents can ring 111 in an emergency, contact their GP to speak to a triage nurse, call Healthline 0800 611116 for free advice from a nurse, or arrange online video consultations with a doctor (for a charge).
The after hours triage service is delivered by Whakarongarou and operates in North Canterbury, with access to a St John paramedic if a face to face assessment is required.
The service has been expanded to service to include Oxford, Amberley and aged care facilities.
A new rural after hours service, Ka Ora Telecare, offers phone or video consultations with a doctor. Go to kaora.co.nz/app/services/sub-services/3.
The Pegasus 24 Hour Surgery in Christchurch is also available.
■ Public interest journalism funded through New Zealand on Air.
Cordons are in place near the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Police are at the scene.
What you need to know:
- A body has been found in central Christchurch.
- The body was located next to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens in the Avon River on Friday morning.
- Cordons are being established.… View moreCordons are in place near the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Police are at the scene.
What you need to know:
- A body has been found in central Christchurch.
- The body was located next to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens in the Avon River on Friday morning.
- Cordons are being established.
Follow updates on Stuff.
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