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Loads of car tyres, old shoes, burnt plastic and other rubbish have been dragged from an old dump site and strewn across West Coast beaches after days of heavy rain saturated the region.
The extreme weather caused waste from an old Westland District Council rubbish dump beside the Fox River to … View moreLoads of car tyres, old shoes, burnt plastic and other rubbish have been dragged from an old dump site and strewn across West Coast beaches after days of heavy rain saturated the region.
The extreme weather caused waste from an old Westland District Council rubbish dump beside the Fox River to "become exposed and dislodged". Rubbish floated downstream and was washing up on several of the region's "pristine" beaches, West Coast Regional Council chief executive Mike Meehan said.
Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your creations!… View moreCalling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your creations!
Submit your entry in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Of course, there are goodies to be won including four prizes up for grabs worth $500 (plus spot prizes). Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Through these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.
Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist… View moreThrough these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.
Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist or pikorua which resembles two intertwined pikopiko ferns - a fern known for thriving in dark, damp areas of our woods. A reminder that difficult conditions can actually be an opportunity for tremendous growth.
The entanglement of the pikorua also has no beginning or end which is often used to represent an everlasting bond. Although we are all on our own path in life, in the end we always come back together - we are all connected through our interwoven lives.
#KiaKaha #ChristchurchStrong #NSNZcelebratecommunity
A woman has died trying to cross floodwaters as torrential rain caused slips, submerged roads, flooded homes and destroyed a bridge on the West Coast.
A state of emergency was declared for the Westland district on Tuesday evening after a day of torrential rain that destroyed the bridge across the … View moreA woman has died trying to cross floodwaters as torrential rain caused slips, submerged roads, flooded homes and destroyed a bridge on the West Coast.
A state of emergency was declared for the Westland district on Tuesday evening after a day of torrential rain that destroyed the bridge across the Waiho River near Franz Josef on State Highway 6.
West Coast mayor Bruce Smith said Hokitika's stormwater system "couldn't cope" with a particularly large downpour about 2am. Two homes were flooded, along with several streets.
"To get all the rivers from Haast to Hokitika all in flood at the same time, I've never known that."
Over the next few weeks we'll be introducing the amazing wahine who have accepted the challenge of our Trek to Transform trip to Vietnam which will take place in April.
First up - The amazing Dee Paranihi!
As a loved employee of the Graeme Dingle Foundation, Dee couldn’t pass up the … View moreOver the next few weeks we'll be introducing the amazing wahine who have accepted the challenge of our Trek to Transform trip to Vietnam which will take place in April.
First up - The amazing Dee Paranihi!
As a loved employee of the Graeme Dingle Foundation, Dee couldn’t pass up the amazing opportunity to explore Vietnam and help kids across Aotearoa at the same time. "We can all learn to believe what we have inside is greater than the things that stand in front of us, but we need to teach our kids this, we are not necessarily born thinking that way."
To find out more about Dee and how you can support her in this worthy cause visit dinglefoundation.org.nz...
More than half a metre of rain is likely to fall on parts of the West Coast and in the Southern Alps from early Monday until Wednesday.
While only a fraction of that amount of rain is expected to make it across the main divide to the Canterbury Plains, people in eastern parts of the South Island … View moreMore than half a metre of rain is likely to fall on parts of the West Coast and in the Southern Alps from early Monday until Wednesday.
While only a fraction of that amount of rain is expected to make it across the main divide to the Canterbury Plains, people in eastern parts of the South Island are being advised to prepare for northwesterly winds up to severe-gale force in exposed places.
Greymouth Police are partnering with local businesses to promote child restraints in cars this week.
Local businesses include A to Z Preschool, Design Windows West Coast, West Coast DHB, The Warehouse and Greymouth Columbus Café.
Acting Prevention Sergeant Mat Wood says Police will set up … View moreGreymouth Police are partnering with local businesses to promote child restraints in cars this week.
Local businesses include A to Z Preschool, Design Windows West Coast, West Coast DHB, The Warehouse and Greymouth Columbus Café.
Acting Prevention Sergeant Mat Wood says Police will set up three child restraint education checkpoints. Find out more
Update: Our winner generator could hardly handle such a huge interest! Thank you everyone for supporting Neighbours Day Aotearoa. Congratulations to the following winners:
Craig Norburn: Greerton - Parkvale
Pauline Dicker: South Dunedin
Lea Solomon: South Waikato District
Nimisha Gupte: … View moreUpdate: Our winner generator could hardly handle such a huge interest! Thank you everyone for supporting Neighbours Day Aotearoa. Congratulations to the following winners:
Craig Norburn: Greerton - Parkvale
Pauline Dicker: South Dunedin
Lea Solomon: South Waikato District
Nimisha Gupte: Whangaparaoa
The Neighbourly Team will send out your t-shirts to you.
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Hey Neighbourly!
Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2019 has kicked off and to celebrate all things "Neighbourly" we would like to give away the last of our shirts, designed by Kiwis. All you need to do is like or thank this post and you will go into the draw.
We hope your planning is going well for your NDA events! Make sure you register your event at our website.
(Please note that we only have XL sizes available but don't be put off - oversized t-shirts are awesome)
Solar energy is derived from the sun’s radiation. The sun is a powerful energy source and this energy can be harnessed by installing solar panels.
Solar power is proven to be extremely beneficial – not only for the environment but also financially. Build with Stonewood Homes today and … View moreSolar energy is derived from the sun’s radiation. The sun is a powerful energy source and this energy can be harnessed by installing solar panels.
Solar power is proven to be extremely beneficial – not only for the environment but also financially. Build with Stonewood Homes today and receive up to $6,700 off solar systems, call us on 0508 Go Solar or visit www.stonewood.co.nz/gosolar to take up this special offer now.
Blocked drains are inconvenient and unpleasant to deal with, but here are some things you can do to make them less likely to happen:
1. Scrape food scraps off plates into the bin (not down the sink)
2. Put fat, oil and grease into the bin too
3. Use drain strainers to catch food residue in the … View moreBlocked drains are inconvenient and unpleasant to deal with, but here are some things you can do to make them less likely to happen:
1. Scrape food scraps off plates into the bin (not down the sink)
2. Put fat, oil and grease into the bin too
3. Use drain strainers to catch food residue in the kitchen and hair/fibres/soap scum in the bathroom & laundry
4. Run just hot water in sinks and showers at least once a week to prevent a build-up of dirt and residues
5. Only flush The Three P's (pee, poo and paper) down your toilet
If your drain gets blocked, avoid using harsh chemicals as these can damage your plumbing system over time. Contact your local Master Plumber for a professional service: www.masterplumbers.org.nz...
Donate today to the Christchurch Victims Fund. All money raised will help meet our victim’s needs, including support and financial assistance. We thank-you for your contribution, every little bit helps.
If you would like to volunteer to help our members in Christchurch, please reach out to our Canterbury Neighbourhood Support Coordinator, Dave Wilkinson at: manager@canterburyns.net
A page has been created, upon request, as an opportunity for a member to share their condolences and messages for the people of Christchurch. If you'd like to share your condolences then feel free to leave one here.
The Stuff team has also asked readers to share messages of support for … View moreA page has been created, upon request, as an opportunity for a member to share their condolences and messages for the people of Christchurch. If you'd like to share your condolences then feel free to leave one here.
The Stuff team has also asked readers to share messages of support for those affected by the terror attack in Christchurch on March 15. You can read some of the many beautiful tributes they have received so far by clicking the link here.
All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.
The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the … View moreAll over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.
The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the whole country. And because entering means sharing their achievements, other teachers can follow in their footsteps.
Be inspired by what teams at schools, kura and early learning services are doing for our children and young people – watch the videos now.
Police would like to hear from anybody who may have seen, heard or have any information on the Christchurch attacks of 15 March.
People with information that can help the investigation can now use a dedicated form on the NZ Police website here
This form can be used to submit information, … View morePolice would like to hear from anybody who may have seen, heard or have any information on the Christchurch attacks of 15 March.
People with information that can help the investigation can now use a dedicated form on the NZ Police website here
This form can be used to submit information, photos and/or documents. You can also use the form to tell us if you have video footage, which can be submitted separately.
People are advised that this is not an emergency channel and that if they see anything suspicious or need urgent help they should ring 111.
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