Hornby Toast,asters
We had agreat evening last Wed. It was our Humorous speech contest and table topics contest. Gabi won the humorous speech contest and Vonny won our table topics contest. Both did us proud at the Area G4 contest, finishing second in both competitions. Well done ladies. Also to cap of the night Nicola Robertson won the award for Toastmaster of the Year. Well deserved Nicola your won of many jewels at the Hornby toastmasters club. Come along and learn how to speak with confidence, learn how to do a presentation. Learn new skills, be a better leader. Great if your job envoles speaking to groups of people. We are a very friendly and supportive club, no pressure to join. Just come along and watch.
Serious assault - petrol station
Police investigating a serious assault at a service station on Racecourse Road on Sunday 10 November are seeking assistance from the public.
At about 1.45am a group of car enthusiasts were gathered at the petrol station along with two members of the public.
Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan, Canterbury CIB, says the two members of the public were then seriously assaulted on the forecourt area and onto Racecourse Road.
“This was an unprovoked assault by multiple offenders, which left both victims with injuries.
“We understand the fear and concern events like this inflict on the community and we will continue to hold the people responsible to account.
“Police have no tolerance for this type of crime or intimidation in our communities.”
Detective Sergeant Vaughan says Police are continuing to make enquiries into the matter and would like to hear from anyone who has any information or footage in relation to this incident.
If anyone witnessed the incident or has any information which may assist, we urge them to contact Police via www.police.govt.nz... or by calling 105 and quote file number 241110/0807.
Alternatively, you can report any information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5.1% Second half of November
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43.1% 1st December
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17% A week before Christmas
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33.3% Whenever you wish
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1.5% Other - I'll share below
Spring spruce up
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