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Thirty North Canterbury schools and charities will receive a share of $30,000 from this year's MainPower Community Fund.
Lines company MainPower has been running the contestable fund since 2015.
"Due to the popularity of the Community Fund, we increased the funding available to $30,000… View moreThirty North Canterbury schools and charities will receive a share of $30,000 from this year's MainPower Community Fund.
Lines company MainPower has been running the contestable fund since 2015.
"Due to the popularity of the Community Fund, we increased the funding available to $30,000 in 2019, a $10,000 increase," chief executive Andy Lester said.
"We also introduced a separate voting stage, where a group of finalists were profiled online, allowing members of the community to have a say in where the funds will be allocated."
A total of $20,000 has been allocated to community groups and $10,000 to school projects. The recipients represent a range of community activities.
"Whether the funding is going towards giving kids the chance to learn about the environment, or supporting the region's most vulnerable, the key thing is that all of the recipients are doing great things for North Canterbury," Lester said.
2019 MAINPOWER COMMUNITY FUND RECIPIENTS
Community Groups
Waikuku Beach Surf Lifesaving
Big Brothers Big Sisters North Canterbury
Community Wellbeing North Canterbury Trust
Amberley Meals on Wheels
Satisfy Food Rescue
Kaiapoi Food Forest
Mini Ha Ha Horse Haven
Rangiora Community Patrol
Southbrook Community Sports Club
Chris Ruth Centre
Kaikōura Community Shed
Good Night, Sleep Tight
Cheviot Community Menz Shed
Rachel's House Trust
Oxford Community Men Shed
Oxford Arts Trust
Kaichorus
Reflections Community Trust
SeniorNet
Rangiora Community Menz Shed
Schools/educational programmes
Hanmer Springs School
North Canterbury Alpine Trust
Rangiora High School
Waiau School
Loburn School
North Loburn School
View Hill School
Fernside School
Amberley Community Preschool
Amberley School
Too often we think that picking up litter is someone else’s job - but collecting rubbish is such a simple way we can help our community, the environment and our own health and wellbeing.
This is why Resene is proud to sponsor the “Walk & Collect Weekend” on December 7 and 8. Take a … View moreToo often we think that picking up litter is someone else’s job - but collecting rubbish is such a simple way we can help our community, the environment and our own health and wellbeing.
This is why Resene is proud to sponsor the “Walk & Collect Weekend” on December 7 and 8. Take a walk over the weekend and collect a bag of rubbish in your community - it's simple but with a collective effort can make a big difference.
It's free to participate and there are prizes to be won - including a $200 Resene Gift Card! Simply head to their event page and register your interest.
A caring community is one that’s there for us in good times, and in our times of need. That’s the community Hoko and Glenda found at Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch.
“The staff are absolutely amazing,” explains Glenda. “They go out of their way to speak to you, to make … View moreA caring community is one that’s there for us in good times, and in our times of need. That’s the community Hoko and Glenda found at Diana Isaac Retirement Village in Christchurch.
“The staff are absolutely amazing,” explains Glenda. “They go out of their way to speak to you, to make sure you’re ok.”
Hoko and Glenda feel very fortunate for the support they received when Hoko experienced some health issues. It wasn’t just the village staff who provided support, the whole community rallied around them.
“When I got sick the community itself looked after me,” Hoko explains.
“I can’t speak highly enough of the staff here,” Glenda says.
For anyone that is interested I'm doing readings in the area phone 0220275897 for half hour or hour bookings.
Canterbury Potters Annual Christmas Pottery Market10 am - 3 pm, Sunday 8th DecemberAvice Hill Reserve, 395 Memorial Ave, ChristchurchWe have for sale a great range of handmade Pottery by established and emerging Canterbury Potters. Whether you are looking for a special mug or bowl, a Christmas … View moreCanterbury Potters Annual Christmas Pottery Market10 am - 3 pm, Sunday 8th DecemberAvice Hill Reserve, 395 Memorial Ave, ChristchurchWe have for sale a great range of handmade Pottery by established and emerging Canterbury Potters. Whether you are looking for a special mug or bowl, a Christmas present or a piece for the home or garden. Come and buy it here directly from the artist.Also enjoy a coffee and have a look around our Clubrooms if you wish!
For anyone who is interested I'm doing readings in rangioura. Please message for bookings. Or Facebook clairvoyant lisa Swain is my page to book.
Right now in the Pacific there is a life-threatening measles outbreak, and children are most at risk.
Outbreaks have been declared in Fiji, Samoa and Tonga. Thousands of people have been affected, and many thousands more are at risk as health authorities and medical professionals race to prevent … View moreRight now in the Pacific there is a life-threatening measles outbreak, and children are most at risk.
Outbreaks have been declared in Fiji, Samoa and Tonga. Thousands of people have been affected, and many thousands more are at risk as health authorities and medical professionals race to prevent the spread and impact of this disease.
Red Cross volunteers are working closely with Ministries of Health to support both response and prevention activities. Hundreds of people have already visited the mobile vaccination site at Samoa Red Cross.
You can help too. Donate to the Pacific Disaster Fund now to support this emergency response.
Coopers Pet Kitchen can help with that… simply answer 8 quick questions about your dog and we’ll create a personalised menu and measuring cup to take the guesswork out of mealtime.
Special launch offer: treat your furry friend to a premium New Zealand made 8kg bag of our Lamb and Fish … View moreCoopers Pet Kitchen can help with that… simply answer 8 quick questions about your dog and we’ll create a personalised menu and measuring cup to take the guesswork out of mealtime.
Special launch offer: treat your furry friend to a premium New Zealand made 8kg bag of our Lamb and Fish Recipe for just $47, normal retail price $94 each. Offer expires 18/12/19.
It’s so easy that any member of the family can help serve up the perfect portion every time and keep your dog in tip-top condition.
A beautifully decorated box filled with aromatic tea makes a lovely gift for someone who enjoys a cuppa.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
This Christmas, save up to 30% off your favourite magazine titles like NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden, TV Guide and many other magazine titles.
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Where: Bainswood House Rest Home 191 King Street, Rangiora
When:This Sunday the 24th Of November 10am till 3pm
Come grab a bargain, plants, raffle, sausage sizzle & much more.
No parking on site please
Hi neighbours,
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From 3 pm til 8.30 pm THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the children to drive on our model railway layout in our club rooms at 13 BLAKE STREET, next to the Blake street car park. Only 50 cents per 4 minute drive. Also check out our other 3 layouts in the great hall. We will have a limited number of model … View moreFrom 3 pm til 8.30 pm THOMAS AND FRIENDS for the children to drive on our model railway layout in our club rooms at 13 BLAKE STREET, next to the Blake street car park. Only 50 cents per 4 minute drive. Also check out our other 3 layouts in the great hall. We will have a limited number of model railway diorama kits on sale at only $10 each.
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