Swannanoa - Ohoka, Swannanoa

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!

2205 days ago

By sharing your light you light the way for others.

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Tis the season... let's help make other's holidays more merry and bright.

#NSNZthejoyofgiving

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2205 days ago

Gas Guys

Shirley from Eyrewell Forest

If anyone is looking for a firm to install and or service gas into your home or business I can highly recommend GAS GUYS in Rangiora. Friendly staff, very prompt service and an excellent job well done (Rang Friday night and technician arrived Saturday morning). Thankyou Roger Nathan and the team

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2205 days ago

Spoiled Hay

Janet from Eyrewell Forest

I have some of last January's hay here that got overcooked under the tarp. It's more strawlike than haylike so no good for feed. Maybe bedding or gardening?

Free

2205 days ago

"Tis the season to support local"

Ecomailbox

“Wouldn’t it be great if there was a central directory of locally-made, ethically-produced and upcycled gift ideas?

Well, hold the phone - Makers & Local by Ecomailbox have done exactly this, and it’s EPIC! There’s gifts broken into categories, DIY ideas, an eco advent calendar, … View more
“Wouldn’t it be great if there was a central directory of locally-made, ethically-produced and upcycled gift ideas?

Well, hold the phone - Makers & Local by Ecomailbox have done exactly this, and it’s EPIC! There’s gifts broken into categories, DIY ideas, an eco advent calendar, social enterprises to support, low-waste gift wrapping inspo, and even gorgeous must-see beaches to explore over summer.

Plus 24 of NZ’s eco bloggers have shared their tips for a Merry Mindful Christmas. From great crafty activities, DIY gifts & acts of kindness to celebrate the festive month of December more mindfully and sustainably.

Read more in the Makers & Local guide now.
Read the guide

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2206 days ago

Rotary Hoe Tiller

Chris from Kaiapoi

Rotary Hoe Tiller, 205cc, 6.5hp was given to me as a present for when I got my large property, but that never happened 😞. Starts smoothly and has only be used a handful of times by myself, though it was second hand when I got it. More than happy for you to come and inspect it.

Price: $250

2206 days ago

Christmas Event

Rosalie from Belfast

Road to Bethlehem is a free event from 16 - 19 December each evening  at 15 Grant's Road, Papanui.  Step back in time and experience the drama of the nativity.  Free tickets at www.roadtobethlehem.co.nz...

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2206 days ago

Beautiful Candles and Hand Crafted Soaps in Gift Boxes

Sharon from Rangiora

Christmas stock is almost gone. I have 5 lovely Christmas boxes left, which include a 200ml soy mosaic candle and either 2 hand crafted soaps or soap and a bathbomb at the special price of $35. they have been very popular.
Are you looking for a lovely gift, stocking fillers or a Christmas candle … View more
Christmas stock is almost gone. I have 5 lovely Christmas boxes left, which include a 200ml soy mosaic candle and either 2 hand crafted soaps or soap and a bathbomb at the special price of $35. they have been very popular.
Are you looking for a lovely gift, stocking fillers or a Christmas candle for the big day?
I have beautiful mosaic soy candles, hand crafted cold processed soap, reed diffusers, Christmas soy melts and also burners, bath bombs and gift boxes.
Highly fragrant. Christmas stock is going fast!
Check out Art of Aroma on my website: www.sharonmiller.nz...... to see my product line and pricing. There is a link my Art of Aroma face book page, or search Art of Aromas on Facebook.

Price: $35

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2206 days ago

SWAN PLANTS AND SUNFLOWER PLANTS

Arthur from Rangiora

Swan plants @ $5 ea and sunflower plants @ $1 ea plus other plants for sale. 13 Blake street Rangiora, beside the Blake street car park. Tomorrow, Wednesday afternoon from 1 pm to 3 pm.

Negotiable

2206 days ago

Down to earth: Angela Clifford's Food Farm reconnects eaters with the land

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

Angela Clifford and her husband Nick Gill have always grown food together. They created the Food Farm, to provide for their family and share know-how with the community. They live with their children Ruby, Flynn and Matilda, in North Canterbury.

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2206 days ago

Rainfinity: Showering Inspired by Nature

Hansgrohe

Renovating or upgrading your bathroom? Imagine being cocooned from head to toe in ultra-soft micro-droplets in your shower-all-round indulgence like you’ve never experienced before.

Enjoy a thoroughly sensuous pamper session with Rainfinity design showers. This sensation is created through … View more
Renovating or upgrading your bathroom? Imagine being cocooned from head to toe in ultra-soft micro-droplets in your shower-all-round indulgence like you’ve never experienced before.

Enjoy a thoroughly sensuous pamper session with Rainfinity design showers. This sensation is created through PowderRain, a spray type that produces thousands of gentle and silky micro-fine droplets to surround your whole body in an ultra-quiet immersive shower experience; inspired by nature’s warm and misty rains.

Remarkable shower design combined with deep relaxation come together in Hansgrohe’s Rainfinity shower range for demanding wellness and design lovers.

Find out more at rainfinity.co.nz
Learn more

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2207 days ago

Swan Plants

Niki from Loburn

Swan plants for sale $2 each, 200 Coldstream Road Rangiora between 8 o’clock and 4.30 Monday to Thursday

Negotiable

2212 days ago

Poll: Do you support the proposed Cannabis Legislation and Control Bill?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Justice Minister Andrew Little has announced details of the draft law to legalise cannabis use.

Personal possession of 14 grams of cannabis, the sale of cannabis edibles, and growing up to four cannabis plants per household, are all included in the bill, which the public will be asked to vote … View more
Justice Minister Andrew Little has announced details of the draft law to legalise cannabis use.

Personal possession of 14 grams of cannabis, the sale of cannabis edibles, and growing up to four cannabis plants per household, are all included in the bill, which the public will be asked to vote "yes or no" at the 2020 general election.

Read more on the draft bill here and tell us what you think in the comments below. Will you vote yes or no, or are you yet to make up your mind?

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Do you support the proposed Cannabis Legislation and Control Bill?
  • 43.5% Yes, I support the law change
    43.5% Complete
  • 48.9% No, I do not support the law change
    48.9% Complete
  • 7.6% I haven't decided yet (tell us more in the comments)
    7.6% Complete
722 votes
2207 days ago

Poll: Do you have a New Year’s resolution?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Another year has nearly passed, and with every new one comes the chance to make new resolutions (or repeat your old ones). Whether it’s starting and sticking by a new fitness plan, saving to travel, or learning a new skill, do you have a New Year’s resolution? How good are you at sticking by … View moreAnother year has nearly passed, and with every new one comes the chance to make new resolutions (or repeat your old ones). Whether it’s starting and sticking by a new fitness plan, saving to travel, or learning a new skill, do you have a New Year’s resolution? How good are you at sticking by it? Vote in the poll below.

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Do you have a New Year’s resolution?
  • 7% Yes - I’m excited to implement it
    7% Complete
  • 32.4% No - I never stick by them
    32.4% Complete
  • 22% I haven’t thought about it yet
    22% Complete
  • 38.6% I make goals throughout the year
    38.6% Complete
958 votes
2207 days ago

Rental

Holly from Kaiapoi

Looking for a rental property to move in anytime from late January. Family of 5 with two mature dogs. Open to anything in the north Canterbury region

2207 days ago

Celebrate the launch of two new Readers Tours with TV Guide!

The Team from Readers Tours

For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the NorthView more
For over three decades, Readers Tours has been taking our loyal readers on unforgettable journeys exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand’s hidden gems.

The much loved North and South Island Journeys are back for 2020, along with the launch of two new escapes in both the North and South Island. These new shorter escapes are the perfect length of time for those adventurous seniors who want a taste of the spectacular excursions and sights our country has to offer.

To celebrate the launch of our brand new tours, our friends at TV Guide and Neighbourly are giving away a year’s subscription for TV Guide to one lucky adventurer!

All you have to do is tell us a New Zealand destination you would love to visit via this link and you'll be in the draw to win!

Entries close 19th December 2019.
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