827 days ago

New principal appointed at Rangiora High School

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Rangiora High School’s new principal won't have to move far when he takes up the mantle later this year – his current job is just 12 kilometres away.

Bruce Kearney will begin at Rangiora High, which has more than 1500 students, at the start of term 2 after 10 years at nearby Kaiapoi High.

He will replace outgoing principal Karen Stewart, who is retiring.

Board of trustees chairman Simon Green said the board was impressed with the calibre of the applicants for the role, and chose the person they felt “would be able to build on the strong foundation that Karen has established over the past four and a half years”.

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Potted colour

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Express yourself with this artistic dip-dye paint effect using Resene paints. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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1 day ago

Turn downsizing stress into strength

Charles Upham Retirement Village

Downsizing can open the door to a new stage of your life that is rich in opportunity. However, it can be a daunting prospect. If you are embarking on a new chapter of life, the thought of shedding familiar possessions can feel even more stressful. This can be true even if the life changes are a good thing, such as a move to somewhere you will love to live.

Once you understand why you have this feeling, you can reframe it as creating a new environment that will support your present life while reminding you of your best experiences.

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1 day ago

Minimalist Design in Apartment Living

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman’s Charles Upham Retirement Village resident Di is a former fashion designer, artist and self-confessed shoe hoarder who travels, still paints and has stamped her eclectic minimalist style on her apartment.

She gives us her top 3 design tips on how she’s turned her space into a beautiful home.
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