Hurunui District , Amberley

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

1707 days ago

Step inside a centuries-old Canterbury garden in full autumn bloom

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

When Lou Davison says her garden has been a family work in progress since the 80s, she means the 1880s.

Davison inherited over four hectares of native tree-laden land from her mother-in-law, Brownie, when she joined her Canterbury farming family.

The Davisons and two of their neighbouring friends… View more
When Lou Davison says her garden has been a family work in progress since the 80s, she means the 1880s.

Davison inherited over four hectares of native tree-laden land from her mother-in-law, Brownie, when she joined her Canterbury farming family.

The Davisons and two of their neighbouring friends will be opening their impressive gardens to visitors over Anzac weekend for the inaugural Autumn with Art in the Gardens.

Lou will be hosting Amberley artist Nell McKellow at Wynyard, as well as a gin-making workshop led by her brother, the founder of Lighthouse gin, and a catered lunch among the trees.

Within a 3-kilometre radius, attendees can also explore the Willows garden, home to screen print artist Jane McIntosh, and Hemingford garden, a 955ha sheep and cattle farm designed by the romantic Cecil Wood in 1952, owned by artist Lissa Holland.

Full details and tickets are available here.

1709 days ago

Ryman: Your new way of living

Your retirement should be stress-free and full of adventure. Life in a Ryman village can open the door to endless opportunities.

Moving to a village doesn’t mean giving up your treasures or your sense of style. Whether you choose independent living or a serviced apartment, you can make space … View more
Your retirement should be stress-free and full of adventure. Life in a Ryman village can open the door to endless opportunities.

Moving to a village doesn’t mean giving up your treasures or your sense of style. Whether you choose independent living or a serviced apartment, you can make space your own. You’ll benefit from a supportive community, as well as organised activities, outings and fabulous amenities to keep you entertained. If your needs change, our villages offer comprehensive care options.

Experience the Ryman difference—you’ll be surprised at how fun, easy and relaxed the lifestyle is.
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1714 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET will be on again this Sunday, 18th April from 9 am to 2 pm in the BLAKE STREET carpark. We will have some new stall holders with lots of great bargains from good quality wood craft, fancy cheeses, household items, garden tools, handy person tools, swan plants, clothing, … View moreThe RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET will be on again this Sunday, 18th April from 9 am to 2 pm in the BLAKE STREET carpark. We will have some new stall holders with lots of great bargains from good quality wood craft, fancy cheeses, household items, garden tools, handy person tools, swan plants, clothing, health products, hand crafted gift cards, fine china and collectibles, plants, model cars, firewood, kindling wood, jewellry etc etc.
We will have Thomas and Friends for the children to drive operate in our club rooms next to the market.
Don't forget the great food and coffee at FOOLS OF DESIRE at the market end of Conway lane.

1710 days ago

Fundraising Market Stall

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

What a great morning we had at the Rangiora Sunday Market. It was a nippy start for the stall holders setting up in the Blake St car park, but the sun shone on a windless day. We enjoyed having people from all over NZ browsing and buying from our stall today. Hope the other stall holders did well … View moreWhat a great morning we had at the Rangiora Sunday Market. It was a nippy start for the stall holders setting up in the Blake St car park, but the sun shone on a windless day. We enjoyed having people from all over NZ browsing and buying from our stall today. Hope the other stall holders did well too. We still have funds to come in but the Committee is pleased with the result so far.

Special thanks to Arthur Linnell of the North Canterbury Model Railway Club for his generosity to us in his role as market manager. The club hosts the market as a fundraiser and it was good to see young families visiting the working models in the club rooms next to the car park.

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1711 days ago

Garage door opener

Rebecca from Rangiora

Hi,
Does anyone have a garage door opener (Complete)that they are looking to sell?

Negotiable

1711 days ago

Face masks

Michelle from Rangiora

Off to Aussie? Need a mask? Give me a call. $5 each four layers and comfortable to wear. Loads of colours and patterns. Have a happy and safe holiday 😃😃 Michelle 027 726 2989.

1712 days ago

A nice table suitable for computer room

Rae from Rangiora

Just after a nice small work table for making crystal bracelets on in very good condition.
thank you

1712 days ago

Bric-a-Brac Stall - 18 April, Rangiora Sunday Market,

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

Fundraising stall at the Rangiora Sunday Market in Blake Street. 9 am - 2 pm.

Lots of kitchenware and bedding, a selection of clothing, toys, books, fabric remnants etc. Plenty of items in the 50 cent - $2 range.

Bring cash, pay by bank transfer or use your credit card through our Givealittle … View more
Fundraising stall at the Rangiora Sunday Market in Blake Street. 9 am - 2 pm.

Lots of kitchenware and bedding, a selection of clothing, toys, books, fabric remnants etc. Plenty of items in the 50 cent - $2 range.

Bring cash, pay by bank transfer or use your credit card through our Givealittle page.
givealittle.co.nz...

Donations towards the ongoing maintenance and restoration of this heritage building are always welcome. Thank you for those that I find in the collection plate as well as the recent donations of saleable goods from members of the community. We are fundraising at the moment to cover electrical compliance costs towards updated insurance requirements.

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1712 days ago

Inside the North Canterbury car museum with a unique, ever-evolving collection

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

About 30 minutes out of Christchurch and tucked away off the side of State Highway 1 is a classic car showroom with a unique, ever-evolving collection – going as far back as a 1913 Model T.

Gloria and Jesmond Micallef are behind the Waimak Classic Cars museum and showroom in Leithfield, North … View more
About 30 minutes out of Christchurch and tucked away off the side of State Highway 1 is a classic car showroom with a unique, ever-evolving collection – going as far back as a 1913 Model T.

Gloria and Jesmond Micallef are behind the Waimak Classic Cars museum and showroom in Leithfield, North Canterbury, where they display about 60 cars from their 120-or-so car collection.

They've been hosting viewings at the Canterbury showroom, strictly by appointment, for slightly over a year now.

1712 days ago

Inside the North Canterbury car museum with a unique, ever-evolving collection

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

About 30 minutes out of Christchurch and tucked away off the side of State Highway 1 is a classic car showroom with a unique, ever-evolving collection – going as far back as a 1913 Model T.

Gloria and Jesmond Micallef are behind the Waimak Classic Cars museum and showroom in Leithfield, North … View more
About 30 minutes out of Christchurch and tucked away off the side of State Highway 1 is a classic car showroom with a unique, ever-evolving collection – going as far back as a 1913 Model T.

Gloria and Jesmond Micallef are behind the Waimak Classic Cars museum and showroom in Leithfield, North Canterbury, where they display about 60 cars from their 120-or-so car collection.

They've been hosting viewings at the Canterbury showroom, strictly by appointment, for slightly over a year now.

1712 days ago

Prospa National Winner - Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store!

Prospa

Jazz and his family are proud to be serving their customers and the local community!

Jazz loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Jazz's simple but … View more
Jazz and his family are proud to be serving their customers and the local community!

Jazz loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Jazz's simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.

Jazz and his family operate Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store and are hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeepers” by his customers. Now Jazz has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Jazz and his family are the proud winners of a prize package worth $10,000!

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Nomination Quote - Jazz and his family - Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store
"Every member of this family who serves in the shop are very friendly, helpful and always smiling. They get to know all their customers and I have never walked into a shop that makes you feel so welcome. During our first lockdown for Covid, they put food such as milk, bread, out for people who may need it free of charge."

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1714 days ago

One of Canterbury's oldest wineries started in a garage

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours, did you know...

Ivan Donaldson​ first planted a small vineyard in Canterbury soil in the seventies as a hobby.

The vineyard was one of the first ones to be planted in the region and quickly turned into a love of wine for the former neurologist, who sought to pursue winemaking as… View more
Hey neighbours, did you know...

Ivan Donaldson​ first planted a small vineyard in Canterbury soil in the seventies as a hobby.

The vineyard was one of the first ones to be planted in the region and quickly turned into a love of wine for the former neurologist, who sought to pursue winemaking as a full-time career.

This year, the family celebrates three decades since Ivan first released a Pegasus Bay vintage from his garage, with the responsibility now resting on eldest son and winemaker Mat Donaldson​, who has since produced the next 27 of the family’s 29 vintage wines.

The winery now exports to more than 25 countries.

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1714 days ago

Proposed zipline would pump $4m into Hanmer Springs economy in five years

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Twenty-five new tourism jobs may be created at the popular Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa complex if a new multimillion-dollar ride gets the go-ahead.

The Canterbury company has lodged a resource consent application with the Hurunui District Council to build an 850-metre-long downhill … View more
Twenty-five new tourism jobs may be created at the popular Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa complex if a new multimillion-dollar ride gets the go-ahead.

The Canterbury company has lodged a resource consent application with the Hurunui District Council to build an 850-metre-long downhill zipline on the village’s Conical Hill Reserve.

The consent is open for submissions until April 19 and, if approved, the ride will be up and flying by the end of the year.

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1714 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter - April edition out now!

Office for Seniors

The latest edition of the SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now!

In this issue Minister for Seniors Ayesha Verrall gives us an overview of the first stage of the vaccine roll-out, Alzheimers NZ talks about making Aotearoa dementia-friendly, and how you can build and maintain physical health through … View more
The latest edition of the SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now!

In this issue Minister for Seniors Ayesha Verrall gives us an overview of the first stage of the vaccine roll-out, Alzheimers NZ talks about making Aotearoa dementia-friendly, and how you can build and maintain physical health through fitness.

There’s also some advice on why Daylight Saving might be making you groggy and what you can do about it.

Check it out and be sure to share!: bit.ly...

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