Posts by Northern Outlook
1524 days ago

Former hostage Terry Waite in North Canterbury to talk about survival and rehabilitation

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Former British hostage Terry Waite will be in Rangiora next week to talk about his five years in captivity, his release and his rehabilitation.

Waite, 80, who lives in the UK and spends his summers in Hawke's Bay, was kidnapped and held captive from 1987 to 1991. His family thought he was dead until 1990.

He will be speaking at the Baptist Church, East Belt, Rangiora on Tuesday, February 25, at 10am. Entrance is by ticket only, $10 each, call 03 312 8933 for details.

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1 day ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
  • 91.7% Yes
    91.7% Complete
  • 7.9% No
    7.9% Complete
  • 0.5% Other - I'll share below!
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828 votes
6 hours ago

Mesh Metal Basket

Jenny from Rangiora

Black, lost off mobility scooter in central Rangiora.
Only noticed today, but would have only be lost in past few days.
Sorry no photo.

7 hours ago

Leather lounge suite

Diane from Rangiora

3 seater black leather couch, 2 of which are recliners,plus 2 reclining chairs. Ìn excellent cond from non smoking home. Must go, best offer over $350. Pick up from Pegasus (On behalf )

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