Ashburton District, Ashburton

It is almost the weekend!

It is almost the weekend!

List your pre-loved gems in Neighbourly Market.

3385 days ago

Check out The Range 2018 - and get a free testpot!

Resene

Get inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it … View moreGet inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it off or show it on your phone!) and we’ll give you your choice of The Range 2018 testpot colour 60ml FREE! Offer valid until 30 November 2016. Visit Resene

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3388 days ago

Start with a Smile

The Team from Ashburton District Council

Our second Smile Story has appeared in the Ashburton Courier!
Bikash shares his story of moving to Ashburton from Fiji and why he loves it here so much.
We'll have other Smile Stories published over the next few months so keep an eye out for them :)

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3389 days ago

Start with a Smile

The Team from Ashburton District Council

Check out our first Smile Story in the Ashburton Courier!
Jan shares his story of moving to Methven from the Czech Republic and why he loves it here so much.
We'll have other Smile Stories published over the next few months so keep an eye out for them :)

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3390 days ago

Are you a house cleaner instant winner?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Five Neighbourly members have won a cleaner house! Check out if you've scored a $100 Goodnest voucher here. Spotted a neighbour on the list? Let them know! Check now!

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3391 days ago

The VLBA finalists are in! And we need your help!

Vodafone New Zealand

With over 750 local businesses nominated around the country, we are proud to announce our five finalists in the Vodafone Local Business Awards. Now we need your help to decide who our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners are.

Read more about our five finalists then cast your vote by … View more
With over 750 local businesses nominated around the country, we are proud to announce our five finalists in the Vodafone Local Business Awards. Now we need your help to decide who our 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners are.

Read more about our five finalists then cast your vote by heading to our poll and selecting the business you would like to see scoop the title of New Zealand's favourite local business. You could help them win great prizes!
Vote now

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3391 days ago

Give for Justice: SPCA Annual Appeal

SPCA Auckland

The SPCA is the only charity in New Zealand with the legal authority to seize abused or neglected animals and prosecute offenders. This is only possible because compassionate animal lovers throughout the community support their fight for justice.

SPCA Auckland is calling on you to help for their… View more
The SPCA is the only charity in New Zealand with the legal authority to seize abused or neglected animals and prosecute offenders. This is only possible because compassionate animal lovers throughout the community support their fight for justice.

SPCA Auckland is calling on you to help for their Annual Appeal from 11th to 13th November. Collectors will take to the streets throughout Auckland, volunteering their time to make a difference for animals in need. Will you please donate to rescue, rehabilitate and seek justice for these innocent creatures? You can donate today at spcaannualappeal.org.nz.
Donate now

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3392 days ago

Win $1000 cash

SBS Bank

To celebrate the launch of our latest TV advert we’re giving you the chance to win $1000 cash. Head over to our Facebook page to enter. Terms & conditions apply. Learn more

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3394 days ago

Today is World Tsunami Day

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few … View more
All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few minutes warning. Early warning saves lives. Know what to do and where to go. www.happens.nz...

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3395 days ago

Poll: Are property prices a concern for you?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This week in Pulse of the Nation, we're asking about property prices in your community. Do they concern you?
#pulseofthenation

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Are property prices a concern for you?
  • 33% Yes - it's simply not possible for me to buy in my community
    33% Complete
  • 51.4% I already own but I wouldn't want to buy in the current market
    51.4% Complete
  • 14% They don't concern me
    14% Complete
  • 1.6% I don't know
    1.6% Complete
2376 votes
3397 days ago

Models and diarama's

Jacki from Ashburton District

Just doing an enquiry. Anyone perhaps interested in learning how to build models, or wish to share ideas with likeminded people. My hubby builds models of planes, bikes, ships etc etc. He purchases the kits locally (which comes in pieces and unpainted) He can also repair ornaments for a small fee.

3416 days ago

Fish'n'Chip favourite?

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

The time for the kiwi summer classic, a feed of fish and chips, is upon us.
We want to know where to get the best Fish and Chip.
What is your order and where from?

***Comments can be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (not for print)***

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3397 days ago

New issue out now

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

This week's issue is out now. If are having delivery issues you can now submit your missed delivery here: www.fixmydelivery.co.nz...

If you are in an area where we don't deliver, you can grab your copy from these places each week:

Burnham Four Square
Rolleston New World
Rolleston… View more
This week's issue is out now. If are having delivery issues you can now submit your missed delivery here: www.fixmydelivery.co.nz...

If you are in an area where we don't deliver, you can grab your copy from these places each week:

Burnham Four Square
Rolleston New World
Rolleston Service Centre
Selwyn District Council HQ, Rolleston
Selwyn District Council, Lincoln
Hororata Motors
Selwyn District Council, Darfield
Z Darfield
Challenge Leeston
Doyleston Store
Dunsandel Store
Ralph Ogg Service Station
Tai Tapu Café Store

And, of course, you can always read it, in full, online, right here on Neighbourly www.neighbourly.co.nz...

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3404 days ago

Want to head along to the NZ Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure Show next weekend at Horncastle Arena?

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

** CONGRATULATIONS to Claire Thomason from Prebbleton and Lisa Paget from Leeston. Please email shannon.beynon@fairfaxmedia.co.nz and we'll get those tickets to you before the weekend. Well done!

The competition is now closed, but you can get along to the NZ Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure … View more
** CONGRATULATIONS to Claire Thomason from Prebbleton and Lisa Paget from Leeston. Please email shannon.beynon@fairfaxmedia.co.nz and we'll get those tickets to you before the weekend. Well done!

The competition is now closed, but you can get along to the NZ Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure show all this weekend at Horncastle Arena for $15 or or grab a multi day pass for $22. Children under 16 free.

Simply comment on this post, telling us where your favourite NZ holiday destination is. Tickets will be drawn on Monday October 31.

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3398 days ago

Community Garden

Vic Cleverley from Mustard Seed Community Garden

As the need for our garden grows we would love some more helpers we are working with the drop in and mission clothing shop in the hall across the road in providing veges to those in need or the elderly in flats with no garden. If anyone has some spare vege plants or seeds we would appreciate them … View moreAs the need for our garden grows we would love some more helpers we are working with the drop in and mission clothing shop in the hall across the road in providing veges to those in need or the elderly in flats with no garden. If anyone has some spare vege plants or seeds we would appreciate them you will find us around the garden most days especially when the shop is open Wed 1 to 3pm Fri 9 30 to 11 30am and Sat 10am to 11 30am dont forget the garden has a outdoor pizza oven and is available for community groups to use please contact parish office phone 3085438

3399 days ago

THE MARVELLOUS MAYFIELD CHRISTMAS MARKET - SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER

Janine from Ashburton District

Get the family or a group of friends together and head to the Marvellous Mayfield Christmas Market on 11 December. This indoor/outdoor market will be centred in and around the picturesque Mayfield War Memorial Hall in Mayfield Village, Mid Canterbury and shoppers will be able to enjoy browsing … View moreGet the family or a group of friends together and head to the Marvellous Mayfield Christmas Market on 11 December. This indoor/outdoor market will be centred in and around the picturesque Mayfield War Memorial Hall in Mayfield Village, Mid Canterbury and shoppers will be able to enjoy browsing through and buying from around 50 eclectic stalls offering everything from beautiful chalk-painted furniture, quality antiques and collectables, local arts and crafts, plants (including gorgeous lavender from Waimate's Hook Bush Lavender), clothing, wood work, jewellery, stunning rocking chairs from the 'Rocker Man', garden decorations, confectionery, second hand books, childrens' accessories, preserves and so much more. Bring your Christmas prezzie shopping list along and we are sure you'll go home with every item ticked off.

Entry to our event is free and shoppers will have an opportunity to win hourly prize give-aways. Our festive entertainment will help get you in the Christmas mood and we are currently in discussion with Santa's PA to make sure he schedules a visit to our market.

We'll also be featuring some tasty treats including espresso coffee, Devonshire teas, scrummy treats from Staveley Sausage Rolls, TruckNorris BBQ, Mayfield School sausage sizzle, cold drinks and delicious ice creams.   Of course no visit to Mayfield is complete without a visit to the world-famous 'Overflow' Shop with its amazing array of vintage collectables and clothing, so we recommend you plan to spend the day in Mayfield on Sunday 11 December!!

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