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COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View moreCOVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.
The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.
Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
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The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa
We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Canterbury – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?
Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.
Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...
Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook
Work to fix several damaged power pylons, which closed a South Island highway and caused widespread power outages, has been delayed because of strong winds.
Inspections found six power pylons that normally held conducting wire had been damaged during the failure, which happened when a high voltage… View moreWork to fix several damaged power pylons, which closed a South Island highway and caused widespread power outages, has been delayed because of strong winds.
Inspections found six power pylons that normally held conducting wire had been damaged during the failure, which happened when a high voltage conducting wire fell across State Highway 7 in the Weka Pass area of Waikari in North Canterbury on August 17.
Transpower general manager of grid delivery Mark Ryall earlier said no-one was hurt in the incident, which appeared to have been a “one-off fault and not a systemic issue”.
The new circuit was initially expected to be operational about 4pm on Tuesday, but had been delayed until 4pm Thursday because of strong winds in the area.
Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press
Heartwarming to see neighbours help Christchurch four-year-old Emery Maclean celebrate her birthday after lockdown meant her party was cancelled. What is happening in your neighbourhood?
David Downs from SOS Business
If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
… View moreIf you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.
Terri from Loburn
Does anyone have a fibre optic modem they would hire out until lockdown finishes?
Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing
Dear neighbours,
We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View moreDear neighbours,
We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.
Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.
Irene from Rangiora
Due to Covert we are having to Postpone our Quiz Afternoon 29th August Rangiora RSA Raising Funds to Southbrook School, A new Date will be made as soon as we are Safe to do so, Thanking you for your ongoing Support
Regards Irene Allen
( Fundraising Coordinator )
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.
He hopes to one day start his own … View moreWe love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.
He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."
If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here
Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News
Hi Cantabrians,
Hundreds are queueing for Covid-19 tests in Christchurch, while grocery shoppers are heeding pleas to not panic buy as the country enters the first day of a nationwide lockdown.
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the shift to alert level 4 for at least three … View moreHi Cantabrians,
Hundreds are queueing for Covid-19 tests in Christchurch, while grocery shoppers are heeding pleas to not panic buy as the country enters the first day of a nationwide lockdown.
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the shift to alert level 4 for at least three days for the entire country after a 58-year-old Auckland man contracted Covid-19 from an unknown source.
On Wednesday, a long line of cars ran down the length of Orchard Rd near Christchurch Airport as people waited to access a Covid-19 testing centre – some as long as three hours. There were similar scenes at a centre on Pages Rd.
As panic buying set in after the 6pm announcement, some supermarkets were running out of toilet paper and flour. A number of photos had been shared on social media showing empty shelves and long queues.
Read the full story by clicking 'Read more' below.
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Jean Neighbourly Lead from Hurunui District
Weedeaters work well just too small for my needs
Price: $30
Shona from Rangiora
I went to the supermarket this morning and noticed alot of older people not wearing their masks correctly, make sure it's over your nose not underneath, wearing it underneath is absolutely pointless, if your glasses fog up put your glasses at the end of your nose or pinch the mask to mold your… View moreI went to the supermarket this morning and noticed alot of older people not wearing their masks correctly, make sure it's over your nose not underneath, wearing it underneath is absolutely pointless, if your glasses fog up put your glasses at the end of your nose or pinch the mask to mold your nose. Be safe.
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Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press
All of New Zealand will move to alert level 4 at 11.59pm after a new community Covid-19 case emerged in Auckland.
New Zealand will initially spend three days at alert level 4, except for Auckland and the Coromandel, which will remain at level 4 for seven days at this stage.
What are the rules… View moreAll of New Zealand will move to alert level 4 at 11.59pm after a new community Covid-19 case emerged in Auckland.
New Zealand will initially spend three days at alert level 4, except for Auckland and the Coromandel, which will remain at level 4 for seven days at this stage.
What are the rules at alert level 4?
Staying at home
People are asked to stay at home, unless they are undertaking essential travel to the supermarket or dairy, seeking necessary medical care or being tested for Covid-19, or to get physical exercise in their neighbourhood.
Unnecessary trips outdoors have spread the variant overseas, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said.
She advised people to wear a mask when leaving the house, and stay 2 metres away from others. “Stay local, do not congregate. Don't talk to your neighbours.”
Schools, workplaces and business
Businesses will be closed, except for essential services such as supermarkets, pharmacies, health clinics, petrol stations and lifeline utilities.
Only essential workers are permitted to go to work, others must work from home.
Schools and universities will shut down, and travel is severely limited.
Events and recreation
All gatherings are cancelled at alert level 4.
All public venues, including libraries, pools, leisure centres, gyms, early childcare centres, community venues and playgrounds are closed. Some public toilets will remain open.
Many large events have been canned.
Staying in your bubble
Once you go into a bubble you must stay in it, Ardern said.
If you are completely isolated, or you live alone, you can join a bubble with one other person.
Households are advised to nominate just one person to go shopping, and “always act like you have Covid-19”.
Travelling home
There is a grace period of 48 hours for people who are away from home to return home, if they cannot shelter safely in place. After this time, movement between regions will be restricted.
Covid-19 jabs
Covid-19 vaccinations will be suspended for 48 hours to ensure they can be carried out safely.
Read more here.
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