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Hey does anyone know of anyone who would could collect an old metal stove , I know I can recycle at local refuse station but don’t have a tow bar and cannot put in car any suggestions be helpful I called a scrap metal merchant in woodend he wasn’t interested. Stove still goes we just updated to… View moreHey does anyone know of anyone who would could collect an old metal stove , I know I can recycle at local refuse station but don’t have a tow bar and cannot put in car any suggestions be helpful I called a scrap metal merchant in woodend he wasn’t interested. Stove still goes we just updated to a cooktop. Thank you
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Christmas Raffle!
The volunteers at Kitty Kingdom Canterbury Cat Rescue are organising a Christmas Raffle to help raise funds for the cats and kittens in our care.
We are reaching out to business owners who may be in a position to support our raffle by donating non-perishable goods or … View moreChristmas Raffle!
The volunteers at Kitty Kingdom Canterbury Cat Rescue are organising a Christmas Raffle to help raise funds for the cats and kittens in our care.
We are reaching out to business owners who may be in a position to support our raffle by donating non-perishable goods or vouchers for us to include as raffle prizes.
We will be thanking each contributing business on our Facebook page, on Neighbourly and on the following local community Facebook pages: Rangiora Community Page, Kaiapoi Community Group, Kaiapoi Community Page, Custlink, Pegasus Community Page and Woodend Residents Noticeboard.
Not a business owner and still want to help? If you have non-perishable goods suitable for us to add to hampers or new and unused items, like a gift you may have received which you will not use, please do think of us.
Your donations will be gratefully received.
Please contact Tina on 027 804 1524
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Kia ora koutou, It’s Natalie here from Whakaata Māori (formerly Māori TV) and I’m excited to tell you about this fabulous new TV show called "West Coasters".
It's an intimate documentary series that gives us a peek into the lives of a Māori community here in the rugged Te… View moreKia ora koutou, It’s Natalie here from Whakaata Māori (formerly Māori TV) and I’m excited to tell you about this fabulous new TV show called "West Coasters".
It's an intimate documentary series that gives us a peek into the lives of a Māori community here in the rugged Te Tai ō Poutini region of the South Island. What sets it apart is its authenticity, showcasing their deep connection to the land and their dreams for the future. The Arahura River, flowing through their ancestral lands with its revered pounamu, plays a central role. It's a show that'll truly move you – don't miss it !
West Coasters – Mane Monday 7.30pm on Whakaata Māori or streaming on Māori+
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We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View moreHi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.
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By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Waimakariri election candidates sparred over the issues of crime, healthcare and the economy during a meeting at Pegasus.
Matt Doocey (National), Dan Rosewarne (Labour) and Gordon Malcolm (Democracy NZ) were quizzed by the local residents' … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
Waimakariri election candidates sparred over the issues of crime, healthcare and the economy during a meeting at Pegasus.
Matt Doocey (National), Dan Rosewarne (Labour) and Gordon Malcolm (Democracy NZ) were quizzed by the local residents' association in front of a crowd of 80 at Pegasus Bay School on Wednesday evening.
Doocey said National planned to amend the Sentencing Act to ensure offenders served their time in prison.
"Too often people commit crimes and go through the courts, but they can get a number of discounts and then end up going into home detention.
"Judges will only be able to discount up to 40% of sentences."
Malcolm said police were under "huge pressure" and needed more resourcing so they could be more visible on the frontline.
Meanwhile, Rosewarne presented police data showing robberies had reduced in the Waimakariri district, reflecting national trends.
"I have regular meetings with the local police district commander and he said police were getting tired of opposition parties using law and order.
"They are worried about the hysteria it is creating. Crime is not out of control."
Labour has promised to recruit 300 more police to reduce the pressure, while also providing more mental health resourcing.
On the health front, Doocey said the Waimakariri district needed after hours healthcare to support the growing population.
"The PHOs (primary health organisation) requirement for after hours care is compliant if you live within a 40-minute drive.
"But that doesn’t take into account housing density, so we have advocated for high growth areas like Rangiora and Kaiapoi."
There was a shortage of GPs, but National is proposing to open a third medical school targeted at recruiting GPS for rural and provincial areas.
Malcolm said faster training pathways were needed for nurses and medical school quotas for GPs needed to be increased.
Rosewarne said there was a global shortage of nurses.
"The opposition parties seem to forget we have just had a global pandemic where 100,000 medical professionals around the world died during Covid," he said.
"The United Kingdom, Europe and the United States are all screaming out for nurses, but the world is playing catch up due to Covid."
Labour is investing in health infrastructure, has abolished prescription charges and is promising free dental care for under 30s, he said.
The cost of living also came up in the meeting.
Doocey said the government needed to get on top of inflation and interest rates with "prudent financial discipline".
Debt had risen from $5 billion to $100b over the last six years and was now 43% of GDP, he said.
However, Rosewarne said the latest credit rating from Standard & Poors showed New Zealand was in a strong economic position with "a modest level of debt" compared to other countries.
Inflation was coming down, wages were rising and more New Zealanders were in employment than ever before, he said.
■ Public interest journalism funded through New Zealand on Air.
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