Concert at the Balcairn Hall next Saturday - BottleLake Junction
If you haven't been out to the Balcairn hall for like ever, you are missing something really special... only 10 minutes from Rangiora you'll find a classic country hall and a passionate community of supporters.
Next Saturday, June 9th, there will be a concert featuring Jeremy Brownbrooke, Mary Dunne and Phil Doublet performing as BottleLake Junction.
With a total of ten instruments between them; a bunch of original songs and tunes; throw in some top notch arrangements and tight three-part harmonies; and there you have it. Christchurch’s newest Country-Celtic-Bluegrass band.
Tickets $25.00 on sale at:
· Sally Mac’s, Amberley
· Sefton Garage
· Stan’s 7 Day Pharmacy, Rangiora
· Mumma Ts Trading Lounge, Amberley
.....or you can order and pay by contacting balcairnpublichall@gmail.com
Famous Free Supper provided – Alcohol free event.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.2% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.5% ... It is complicated
Poll: Do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? ☔⚠️
As reported in the Press, the same low-pressure system that lashed the North Island over the weekend is now making its way south, bringing heavy rain and strong winds with it. It’s a soggy start to the week for many of us.
With more wild weather on the cards, we’re curious: do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? Or are you more of a “grab the torches and hope for the best” household?
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42.9% Yes - we like to be prepared
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46.4% Nah
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10.7% This is on my to-do list!
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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