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Oxford Pool Now Open + Guide to Swimming Spots
The Oxford Community Aquatic Centre is officially open for the season, and with summer settling in, it’s a good time to revisit all the great places around Waimakariri where you can cool off, splash around, or enjoy a relaxed day by the water. Here’s a simple reminder of all the options available.
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Photos: Rangiora Toyota Santa Parade & McAlpines Mitre 10 Mega Party in the Park
A sunny afternoon of festive fun filled the Rangiora Town Centre and the parade, bringing plenty of cheer to families and visitors. Find here the photos to remember the occasion.
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Photos: Christmas Lights on West Belt
If you’re looking for a dose of Christmas cheer, make sure to stop by the stunning display at 82 West Belt. Bill and Margaret have once again transformed their home with an eye-catching mix of lights, inflatables, and festive surprises that are well worth the visit. Be sure to step out of your car and walk in.
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Rangiora Community Patrol - Keeping Our Town Safe
The Rangiora Community Patrol plays a big role in keeping local streets safe and supporting the work of NZ Police. Volunteers head out in pairs in a marked patrol vehicle, acting as extra eyes and ears around town. The group encourages anyone who cares about community safety to get involved.
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Blanketed With Love
Blanketed with love would like to thank everyone for their hours of love and their beautiful handmade pieces that they have created to be donated to our beautiful vulnerable children of Canterbury.
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Photos: One Agency’s Christmas Market in the Park
Browse the photo gallery and relive the highlights of last Friday’s Christmas Market in the Park. A festive evening of crafts, treats, music, and community spirit.
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Rangiora Table Tennis Shines in 2025
Rangiora Table Tennis closed out 2025 on a high note, taking centre stage at the North Canterbury Table Tennis Awards Night.
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Wonder when the lifeguards are on duty?
Is it safe to swim? Are the lifeguards on duty? Get the answers for Woodend, Waikuku, Pegasus, and every other NZ beach instantly using the Safeswim website.
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The Rangiora App - Your Guide to Going Offline
Stuck on your phone but craving a real connection? We get it. The Rangiora App is our answer, a digital tool for an analog life. It’s built by the Unplugged Herald to give you the local info you need without the digital noise.
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Mighty No. 88 Squadron Soars to Success at Nationals
After months of training and teamwork, No. 88 Squadron soared to success at the Southern Area Aviation Skills Competition, ending No. 17 Squadron’s 19-year winning streak and advancing to the Nationals in Blenheim — where they proudly claimed 2nd place and the National Davy Drill Award.
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Qualified dermatology screeners and Registered Nurses
The Lions Skin Cancer Screening Bus will be at the Special Olympics from 10th–14th December, and volunteer nurses are needed to help as screeners.
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Busy month for North Canterbury Woodcraft Club
The North Canterbury Woodcraft Club has had a busy and rewarding month. A local Scouts group enjoyed a fun and productive “Have a Go” night, learning to make items such as garden dibblers, tablet stands, twig pots, and ball-in-cup games. Another session for this group is planned for early November.
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