1956 days ago

Vandals destroy native trees at scenic reserve to create dirt bike jumps

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Native trees in a North Canterbury reserve have suffered “significant damage” at the hands of dirt bike enthusiasts.

Waimakariri District Council greenspace manager Grant McLeod said staff were dismayed to discover the destruction of the urban native bush, which saw trees felled to make way for bike tracks and jumps.

Matawai Park is protected and classed as a scenic reserve under the Reserves Management Act, meaning damaging or cutting down trees or any other vegetation is prohibited. Continue reading here.

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17 hours ago

Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 79.2% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    79.2% Complete
  • 20.8% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    20.8% Complete
274 votes
6 days ago

Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One? ⛓️‍💥❔

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What has a head but no brain?

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8 hours ago

Xmas Bake Sale

Wendy from Rangiora

Pop along to our Xmas Bake sale from 10am - 12 noon Tuesday 23rd December at Sequoia Reserve on Oxford Rd.

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