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1991 days ago

A saucy rebrand brings te reo Māori to Kiwi fridges and dinner tables

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you looking for a new pantry staple? A Canterbury restaurateur has launched his own te reo Māori-branded tomato sauce after boycotting another for “bastardising” the language.

Fush owner Anton Matthews has teamed up with Barkers to produce Kīnaki Tomato after removing … View more
Hi neighbours,

Are you looking for a new pantry staple? A Canterbury restaurateur has launched his own te reo Māori-branded tomato sauce after boycotting another for “bastardising” the language.

Fush owner Anton Matthews has teamed up with Barkers to produce Kīnaki Tomato after removing Watties from his Christchurch restaurant because the company poked fun at Māori place names in an advertising campaign.

Matthews, who has become well-known for championing the country’s indigenous language, is proud to have te reo Māori on sauces displayed on his tables.

When he went in search of a new sauce to accompany his kaimoana (fish) and chips in January, they picked a sauce they loved, and asked the Geraldine-based condiment producer if it could collaborate on a label.

“I’m really stoked that they’ve taken a chance on us.”

To read more about Kīnaki Tomato, click here

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1990 days ago

Earthquakes did North Canterbury department store a 'big favour'

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

It was business as usual on Friday, September 3, 2010, for the staff at Blackwell’s Department Store in Kaiapoi.

The team was busy preparing for the Spring fashion sales, and the next day’s usual Saturday trading.

Little did they know what was to befall their business in the next 24 hours.

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It was business as usual on Friday, September 3, 2010, for the staff at Blackwell’s Department Store in Kaiapoi.

The team was busy preparing for the Spring fashion sales, and the next day’s usual Saturday trading.

Little did they know what was to befall their business in the next 24 hours.

Read more here.

1990 days ago

Summing up the September 4, 2010, earthquake

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

We recently asked you to share one word you associate most with the September 4, 2010, earthquake in Canterbury.

We suggested it could be a word that described how your life or your community had changed, or one that took you back to the very moment the earth shook.

Your suggestions have been … View more
We recently asked you to share one word you associate most with the September 4, 2010, earthquake in Canterbury.

We suggested it could be a word that described how your life or your community had changed, or one that took you back to the very moment the earth shook.

Your suggestions have been collated into a word cloud - shared below -revealing the overwhelming feelings held by Cantabrians about the disaster.

Visit press.co.nz for more coverage of the quake's 10th anniversary.

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1991 days ago

Diary of a Christchurch bus passenger in a pandemic - what have you seen?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Stuff reporter and regular Christchurch bus user Vicki Anderson observes how her fellow passengers have reacted to mandatory mask wearing on public transport.

What has your public transport experience been like since the introduction of mandatory masks? Share in the comments below.

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1990 days ago

Rangiora Menz Shed..BIG GARAGE SALE

Rae from Rangiora

Great day, with excellent support from our mayor Dan Gordon. Keep an eye out for article in local newspapers, North Canterbury News and Northern Outlook.

Get in behind our Garage Sale/Car Boot Sale/Sausage Sizzle/Cake Stall on October 10th 9.am - 2pm bring friends and family. Raffle drawn by our … View more
Great day, with excellent support from our mayor Dan Gordon. Keep an eye out for article in local newspapers, North Canterbury News and Northern Outlook.

Get in behind our Garage Sale/Car Boot Sale/Sausage Sizzle/Cake Stall on October 10th 9.am - 2pm bring friends and family. Raffle drawn by our mayor Dan Gordon at 1pm. Info coming soon re Raffle, 15 great prizes limited to 500 tickets.

Expressions of interest in stall sites inside or outside please call Steve 0279090240.

Negotiable

1990 days ago

Silverstream Retail Village - Have you visited yet?

Silverstream Subdivision

If you haven't, your missing a trick. We have ample parking, fantastic services, in a beautiful location. Check out the retail businesses here

silverstreamestate.co.nz...

#silverstreamsubdivision #silverstreamwestkaiapoi #itsallhere

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1991 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Former All Black Bill Bush referees a junior rugby game between Kaiapoi and Marist at Rugby Park on March 13, 1989.

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1991 days ago

It's hard to beat a hand filleted piece of NZ Hoki.

McDonald's NZ

Caught locally in the sparkling waters that surround New Zealand, our Hoki is renowned for its succulent texture, white flesh and great taste.

We use the best ingredients to make all our Macca's® meals. Whether you’re in Whangarei or Queenstown, you’ll always get the great quality and … View more
Caught locally in the sparkling waters that surround New Zealand, our Hoki is renowned for its succulent texture, white flesh and great taste.

We use the best ingredients to make all our Macca's® meals. Whether you’re in Whangarei or Queenstown, you’ll always get the great quality and taste.
Find out more

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1991 days ago

Father's Day 50% Off for Dad!

Adrenalin Forest Christchurch

Looking for something exciting this Father's Day???
We giving 50% off for Dad's climbing with their kids this Father's day!!!
Mention '50% off for Dad' when booking via phone or email
www.adrenalin-forest.co.nz...

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1992 days ago

First home buying stories wanted

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for … View moreHi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for years to get a deposit together? Perhaps your family chipped in to help get you on the ladder? Are you older and buying for the first time? Did you choose to move into a home with a friend or another couple to make it more affordable? Please let us know in the comments below, or drop me a line in the messages. Your comments my be used in a story, but we'd also be interested in chatting to you for an exciting project coming up!

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1991 days ago

Back your backyard: 12-hour guide to Christchurch

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Whether you’re treating yourself to a weekend of exploring the rebuilding city, or simply after a fresh take on home base, Christchurch is a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

The Garden City is home to top-of-the-line retail, quality eating and drinking establishments, and … View more
Whether you’re treating yourself to a weekend of exploring the rebuilding city, or simply after a fresh take on home base, Christchurch is a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

The Garden City is home to top-of-the-line retail, quality eating and drinking establishments, and plenty of activities to nourish body and soul.

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1992 days ago

The tale of two towns, an earthquake and some pretty bold decisions

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Former Waimakariri mayor David Ayers says the district has two of the most seismically-secure towns in the country, although he’d be happy not to have them tested in his lifetime.

Friday marks 10 years since the devastating September 4 quake that caused one-fifth of Kaiapoi to be red-zoned, and … View more
Former Waimakariri mayor David Ayers says the district has two of the most seismically-secure towns in the country, although he’d be happy not to have them tested in his lifetime.

Friday marks 10 years since the devastating September 4 quake that caused one-fifth of Kaiapoi to be red-zoned, and extensive damage to other parts of the district.

Read more here.

2010 days ago

Sum up the September 4 Canterbury quake anniversary in a single word

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

What word do you associate most with the September 4 earthquake in Canterbury?

As part of Stuff's upcoming coverage of the 10th anniversary of the quake, we want to hear your memories of the day life changed dramatically for so many.

We're collecting your submissions to create a word … View more
What word do you associate most with the September 4 earthquake in Canterbury?

As part of Stuff's upcoming coverage of the 10th anniversary of the quake, we want to hear your memories of the day life changed dramatically for so many.

We're collecting your submissions to create a word cloud to be published on the 10th anniversary.

It may be a word that describes how your life or your community has changed, or one that takes you back to that very moment the earth shook on the morning of September 4, 2010.

To share the word you believe best sums up the 10 years since the quake, click here or email stuffnation@stuff.co.nz

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1992 days ago

Horse pattern

Lynne from Rangiora

Does anyone have a sewing pattern for a horse that i can copy please

1992 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our … View more
Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page now!

If selected, your nomination will be published in your community paper with you and your nominee each winning a $25 Prezzy® Card!
Nominate Now!

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