Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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356 days ago

Raspberry + Thornless Blackberry plants (with fruit) for sale $25/$30 ea

Richard from Rangiora

Buy asap before the fruit ripens!

This sale is for raspberry and thornless blackberry plants. 1 Blackberry is $30, all other plants $25 each. Each plant is fruiting. All plants are in top-quality soil.

TIP: Keep in pots until all fruit is picked. Then transplant.

All raspberries have been … View more
Buy asap before the fruit ripens!

This sale is for raspberry and thornless blackberry plants. 1 Blackberry is $30, all other plants $25 each. Each plant is fruiting. All plants are in top-quality soil.

TIP: Keep in pots until all fruit is picked. Then transplant.

All raspberries have been transplanted from existing Clutha, Heritage and Lewis varieties. They produce awesome raspberries. The thornless blackberries are Black Satin.

I have 6 Raspberry plants and 3 Thornless Blackberry plants

Bulk Deal:
Spend $100 and I’ll include an extra 2 small plants.

Pick up in Rangiora. However, for a $100 purchase, I'm happy to deliver within 30min of Rangiora for an extra $10.

Need to exchange mobile numbers before pickup.

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.

357 days ago

Items for Sale at the Rangiora Menz Shed

Rae Mackay from Rangiora Menz Shed

Take a look at what we have created. Get your Christmas gifts, or just treat yourself.

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Negotiable

357 days ago

Natural fertiliser

Kim from Oxford

Just wondering if anyone out there is interested in natural fertiliser?

The below article refers to poultry manure which I am assuming is chicken manure. What many people do not know is that duck manure is the closest to a perfect npk (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) ratio of any manure.

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Just wondering if anyone out there is interested in natural fertiliser?

The below article refers to poultry manure which I am assuming is chicken manure. What many people do not know is that duck manure is the closest to a perfect npk (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) ratio of any manure.

This post is basically just wanting to get an idea of whether natural fertiliser is of interest to anyone out there, and if so what their requirements would be for it to be cost efficient and what form(s) it would need to be in to be useful for them, and what quantities and how often they would need for it to be useful?

Also any concerns or questions anyone might have about using natural fertiliser.

I will add a couple of links related to this here for anyone interested to read. There is plenty more info on this which anyone interested can google for themselves and form their own opinion.

www.stuff.co.nz...

zgnyqx.ieda.org.cn...

357 days ago

Vege Plants

Ishara from Rangiora

Vege plants for sale. Please see the full list below. Pick up from Charles Street, Rangiora.

Cabbage Red Express (6 plants punnet) - $2
Cauliflower "All Year Around" (6 plants punnet) - $1
Chilli Cayenne Long Red - $2
Courgette All Green Bush - $3
Courgette Patty Pan - $3
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Vege plants for sale. Please see the full list below. Pick up from Charles Street, Rangiora.

Cabbage Red Express (6 plants punnet) - $2
Cauliflower "All Year Around" (6 plants punnet) - $1
Chilli Cayenne Long Red - $2
Courgette All Green Bush - $3
Courgette Patty Pan - $3
Cucumber Beit Alpha - $2
Cucumber Burpless Hybrid - $2
Kale Tuscan (6 plants punnet) - $1
Pumpkin Buttercup - $3
Pumpkin Butternut - $3
Pumpkin Jarrahdale - $3
Sunflower King Kong - $3
Tomato Moneymaker - $2

Tomato Sweet 100 - $3
Watermelon Sugar Baby - $3

Individual plants are in biodegradable grow bags that can go directly into your soil, minimising the transplant shock.

Negotiable

358 days ago

New TV cabinet

Katherine from Rangiora

Protective plastic still on front of drawers. Am selling on behalf of a neighbour.
Contact Katherine 0276367856

Price: $350

359 days ago

Homemade headboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Give your bedroom a fresh look with this creative bedhead project and Resene paints. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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359 days ago

Waimakariri council lobbies for bridge replacement

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Replacing the Skew Bridge in west Kaiapoi remains a priority, Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon says.

The council has been lobbying Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency for funding to assist with the estimated $11 million replacement cost.

"I would like … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Replacing the Skew Bridge in west Kaiapoi remains a priority, Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon says.

The council has been lobbying Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency for funding to assist with the estimated $11 million replacement cost.

"I would like to bring it forward, but without the subsidy it will place 100% of the cost on the council," Gordon said.

He was responding to comments from ratepayer Bruce Bellis, in a council meeting on November 7.

Bellis called on the council to take urgent action to replace the bridge.

"It is a dangerous bridge, it is a very narrow bridge, and it is very old and parts of it are crumbling away.

"It is in urgent need of replacement."

He said the bridge was dangerous because it was narrow, with trucks crossing the bridge with wheels over the centre line.

"It is not uncommon to see parts of rear view mirrors (of trucks) lying on the bridge."

Bellis presented a 2019 report, Skew Bridge Point of Entry, which he said the council had received from Waka Kotahi.

He received the report as part of an Official Information Act request to the council.

But the council’s transport and roading manager, Joanne McBride, said the report was prepared by council staff and submitted to the agency as part of its funding application.

It has been estimated to cost $11m to replace the bridge, with the council seeking a 51% funding share from Waka Kotahi to ease the burden on ratepayers.

"The council has been advocating to Waka Kotahi to replace Skew Bridge for years and has committed to funding the council share of the project," McBridge said.

"To date there has been no funding commitment from Waka Kotahi.

"The Skew Bridge project is required to go through a business case process to secure co-funding from Waka Kotahi before it can proceed, however, when last assessed it did not meet the criteria for funding."

She said the council was continuing to work with Waka Kotahi to explore funding opportunities.

Skew Bridge was listed at number 25 in the priority list for projects to be included in the draft 2024-34 Canterbury Regional Land Transport Plan.

Council staff believed the bridge had about 17 years of life remaining.

In the meantime safety improvements were completed last year on the approaches of the bridge and active warning signs have been installed to remind drivers to slow down as they approached the bridge.

■ Public interest journalism funded through New Zealand on Air.

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360 days ago

Hay making

James from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Looking for someone to cut and bail a couple of acres in Pattersons road Swannanoa this side of Christmas if anyone has a recommendation I would appreciate it
Thanks
James

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359 days ago

ARC WELDER for sale

Arthur from Rangiora

Portable arc welder for sale, 0 to 180 amps, only $80.00 Pickup is in Rangiora.

Price: $80

359 days ago

Criticisms of planning for future housing ‘unfair’ – Waimakariri mayor

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Criticism of the Waimakariri District Council’s housing growth planning is disappointing, mayor Dan Gordon says.

In a recommendation to decline a private plan change request to rezone Ohoka land, independent commissioners Cindy Robinson and Ros … View more
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter

Criticism of the Waimakariri District Council’s housing growth planning is disappointing, mayor Dan Gordon says.

In a recommendation to decline a private plan change request to rezone Ohoka land, independent commissioners Cindy Robinson and Ros Day-Cleavin were critical of the council for not making enough provision for housing growth.

But Gordon said the criticism was "unfair".

"I guess they are entitled to come to whatever conclusions they like, but I can assure you the council does have enough provision to meet short to long term land capacity."

Under the existing Waimakariri District Plan, there are 321 hectares available for development, which equated to capacity for about 5900 new houses.

Based on its growth model, which was prepared under the requirements set out in the National Policy Statement on Urban Development, the council projected demand for 5600 new houses over the next 10 years.

Under the Proposed District Plan, notified in November 2021, the council believed it had provision for rezoning of land to cater for more than 20,000 new houses.

The proposed District Plan has been incorporated into the Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan, which has just finished consultation.

The council put forward this evidence as part of its plan change assessment, with the applicant, Rolleston Industrial Developments Ltd, arguing the council’s model "overstated capacity’".

But Gordon said other councils, including the Selwyn District Council, used the same methodology.

"The model will always be subject to variables and changing market demands across a 30 year period."

Rolleston Industrial Developments Ltd also presented evidence suggesting land in northeast Kaiapoi, which has been included in the spatial plan, was unsuitable for development.

The land in question was deemed red zone by the government after the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes, with payouts offered to property owners to allow them to move on.

A rural zoning designation was then imposed by the Waimakariri District Council, which has been retained in the Proposed District Plan, with the council also designating it for possible future development.

Specific zoning outcomes were being considered as part of the District Plan Review, due to be completed in June next year.

The costs of developing the former red zone land were likely to be high, and a potential developer would need to be aware of the constraints specific to the area, a council spokesperson said.

"Any flooding or other environmental considerations would need to be accounted for in any development plans."

But developers have already expressed interest in former red zone land, including a consortium led by Kaiapoi developer Jedd Pearce, which is exploring the possibility of a marina development including apartment style living.

Gordon said the experience reinforced the need for a moratorium on private plan changes while a council is going through a District Plan Review.

"All of that consultation can be compromised by a private plan change."

Gordon raised his concerns with Outgoing Environment Minister David Parker last year and planned to raise the issue again when a new Environment Minister is appointed.

"Changes were signalled in the Resource Management Act reforms, but the incoming Government has signalled it will take a different direction, so we will wait to see what that is."

■ Public interest journalism funded through New Zealand on Air.

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360 days ago

Poll: What's on Your List?

The Team from NZ Compare

Black Friday is around the corner, and we'd love to know what's on your shopping list this year as the season of amazing deals kicks off!

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What's on Your List?
  • 16.4% Electronics: Computers, Phones, and Tablets
    16.4% Complete
  • 14.2% Household Appliances
    14.2% Complete
  • 39.9% Home and Garden
    39.9% Complete
  • 4.6% Toys and Hobbies
    4.6% Complete
  • 24.9% Special Treats for Yourself
    24.9% Complete
281 votes
363 days ago

Poll: Is it too early to put up your Christmas tree?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The shops are sporting tinsel and lights and our calendar's are already filling up with Christmas events. But is it too early to decorate your home?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is it too early to put up your Christmas tree?
  • 19.2% Never too early, bring on Christmas!
    19.2% Complete
  • 63% Way too early, December 1st is the golden rule
    63% Complete
  • 8.9% I barely remember to put it up at all
    8.9% Complete
  • 9% I don’t celebrate Christmas so it doesn’t bother me!
    9% Complete
2331 votes
360 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation

Final days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in the Coromandel’s beautiful Whitianga. Worth over $1 million and featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its… View moreFinal days to get your tickets for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in the Coromandel’s beautiful Whitianga. Worth over $1 million and featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived in and loved by its new owners.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours!

Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today – just $15 each.
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361 days ago

This Saturday: The Great Neighbourly (online!) Garage Sale

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It’s that time of year when we rummage in the garage for Christmas decorations and camping gear but instead find random items we forgot we owned. Perhaps it’s finally time to get rid of those and make some cash? Or pick up something you need?

The Great Neighbourly (online!) Garage Sale is … View more
It’s that time of year when we rummage in the garage for Christmas decorations and camping gear but instead find random items we forgot we owned. Perhaps it’s finally time to get rid of those and make some cash? Or pick up something you need?

The Great Neighbourly (online!) Garage Sale is this Saturday and we can't wait! The site will be brimming with both gently-loved goods and potential Christmas gifts.

To take part, simply upload a photo of your item(s) to Neighbourly’s Market section before Saturday. Make sure you come back on Saturday to browse the treasures listed from other members around your neighbourhood.

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361 days ago

Black Friday $200 Giveaway!

The Team from NZ Compare

What's the most amazing deal you've discovered on our website, and how much money did you save?

Share your great finds with us for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy card and keep your shopping spree going!

CLICK below to enter! Don't wait too long to participate; entry ends on … View more
What's the most amazing deal you've discovered on our website, and how much money did you save?

Share your great finds with us for a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy card and keep your shopping spree going!

CLICK below to enter! Don't wait too long to participate; entry ends on 29/11!
Check out our Black Friday deal HERE: www.nzcompare.com...

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