1563 days ago

It's not too late...

Resene

...to nominate a spot in your community needing a splash of colour!

This is the LAST WEEK to make your Resene Colour Your Community nomination so make sure you take a few minutes to share a few words about an organisation, business or community project that needs a bit of a refresh. It could be for a park bench that's seen better days, a building that's wilting, a children's playground that lost its shine or a wall that's a bit of a bore.

Apply now for up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and products to spruce up an area in your 'hood.

There'll be five winners announced later this month - plus you'll be invited to vote for the People's Choice Award.
Nominate now

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More messages from your neighbours
1 hour ago

🐾 It’s here! Our SPCA Merch has officially launched online 🐾

The Team from SPCA Christchurch - Centre & Op Shops

We’re excited to share our brand-new range of exclusive SPCA Merch, featuring tees, tote bags, socks, bandanas, and more 🛍️

Shop the range online now 🔗 www.spcaopshops.nz...

Every purchase helps raise vital funds to protect over 55,000 animals in need across NZ every year 💙

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3 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

DOC is rolling out a new tool to help figure out what to tackle first when it comes to protecting our threatened species and the things putting them at risk.

Why does this matter? As Nikki Macdonald from The Post points out, we’re a country with around 4,400 threatened species. With limited time and funding, conservation has always meant making tough calls about what gets attention first.

For the first time, DOC has put real numbers around what it would take to do everything needed to properly safeguard our unique natural environment. The new BioInvest tool shows the scale of the challenge: 310,177 actions across 28,007 sites.

Now that we can see the full picture, it brings the big question into focus: how much do we, as Kiwis, truly value protecting nature — and what are we prepared to invest to make it happen?

We hope this brings a smile!

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2 hours ago

Soil To Brain - Kim Hill Hot Topic 2026

Lincoln Envirotown Coordinator from Lincoln Envirotown

Join us for another thought-provoking "Hot Topic" discussion with Kim Hill!

This year's topic is Soil To Brain - Rethinking Our Connection. Kim Hill will lead a panel of experts to delve into the issues. Once the panel has deliberated their views, the audience will be invited to question panel members.

The evening is always a well-attended, stimulating and enjoyable occasion; all are welcome.

Panellists:
Julia Rucklidge | University of Canterbury

Pablo Gregorini | Lincoln University

Carolyn Lister | Bioeconomy Science Institute

Hadee Thompson-Morrison | Bioeconomy Science Institute

Event Details:
Thursday 26th March

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the event starts at 7:30 p.m.

The discussion will be held in the Stewart Building at Lincoln University.

Koha on the door.

Refreshments and nibbles are provided, with beverages available from a cash bar.

Booking is not required.


Event Supporters Lincoln University; New Zealand Institute for Bioeconomy Science Limited; Mainfert; Intelligro; Resycl Ltd; University of Canterbury; and Roots, Shoots & Fruits.

Lincoln Envirotown Sponsors:

We extend our sincere appreciation to our sponsors Rata Foundation, Selwyn District Council, Lincoln University, and Lottery Community.

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