Mackenzie District, Lake Tekapo

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

2265 days ago

A timely reminder to keep toxic substances away from pets

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Zooma has a great escape as vet urges people using toxic or caustic products to keep pets away and notify neighbours if their pets are known to roam.

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2265 days ago

Living wage

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council wants all staff, including those in council-controlled companies, to be paid the living wage within three years. The living wage is currently $20.55 per hour. Is this a good plan?

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2266 days ago

Motorcycle Awareness Month...refresh your riding skills.

The Team from ACC New Zealand

It's time to refresh your riding skills now for the busy and fun months to come.

Book yourself on one of the many Ride Forever courses in your region, with classes adapted to your riding level.

Join others, like Cassandra, who gained extra skills to be more confident on our roads thanks… View more
It's time to refresh your riding skills now for the busy and fun months to come.

Book yourself on one of the many Ride Forever courses in your region, with classes adapted to your riding level.

Join others, like Cassandra, who gained extra skills to be more confident on our roads thanks to Ride Forever coaching. As riders, it’s important we take the time to ensure we have the right skills to avoid crashes, so sign-up for Ride Forever coaching today - it may just save your life.
Find out more

2266 days ago

Social climbers - the comedy - is touring NZ!

Roger Halls Sparkling Comedy Social Climbers

What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain … View more
What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain and a flooded bridge keep them stranded for three days. What they get up to, to help pass the time, raises a few eyebrows and will have you laughing, tearing up and applauding enthusiastically as they bare all.

Of course, it’s not just souls that are exposed, there’s a little nudity, a cracking thunderstorm, explosions, screaming bloody murder, ghostly stories, a birthday celebration, a séance, a drunken party, confessions, meltdowns and revelations that will keep you and your friends entertained throughout.

Perfectly timed for your own social group’s ascent into summer, don’t miss this hilarious play when it comes to a town near you in November.

Buy tickets for Ashburton.

Buy tickets for Christchurch.
Buy tickets here!

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2266 days ago

Big changes on Waimate's main street

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The demolition of three more old buildings on Waimate's main street has been approved by the district council.

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2267 days ago

It was a blooming lovely effort

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A delightfully scented tsunami of yellow has made its way over South Canterbury but all for a good cause.

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2266 days ago

Where will these cars end up?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Is there any chance that these old cars could somehow stay in Timaru?

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2268 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

New Zealand’s first platform where you can search, rate, review and compare your local healthcare providers has arrived, and … View more
Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

New Zealand’s first platform where you can search, rate, review and compare your local healthcare providers has arrived, and it’s called Whitecoat.
Find out more

2269 days ago

Get loud for deaf kids

Loud Shirt Day

Hi neighbours – Loud Shirt Day is coming up in September and it's time to use your power of LOUD for GOOD.

Izabella was born profoundly deaf and in the four years following her diagnosis, her parents' emotions of shock, being scared and overwhelmed have turned to amazement, surprise… View more
Hi neighbours – Loud Shirt Day is coming up in September and it's time to use your power of LOUD for GOOD.

Izabella was born profoundly deaf and in the four years following her diagnosis, her parents' emotions of shock, being scared and overwhelmed have turned to amazement, surprise and hope - all thanks to Izabella's progress as a hearing and speaking child.

Izabella loves to sing and dance, she enjoys gymnastics, bike rides and playing with her older brothers. What are her superpowers I hear you ask? She's fierce, adventurous and caring!

Register to fundraise and help deaf children like Izabella listen and speak. You can also donate here on Givealittle. Thanks for your support!
Register now!

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2270 days ago

LAST MARVELLOUS MAYFIELD MARKET OF THE SEASON

Janine from Ashburton District

Weather forecast is looking brilliant for this Sunday so what could be nicer than a trip to Mayfield and the final Marvellous Mayfield Market for the winter season. Free entry, handy parking, great selection of quality stalls and refreshments available. Get a group of pals together and make it … View moreWeather forecast is looking brilliant for this Sunday so what could be nicer than a trip to Mayfield and the final Marvellous Mayfield Market for the winter season. Free entry, handy parking, great selection of quality stalls and refreshments available. Get a group of pals together and make it a day!

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2270 days ago

Timaru 70-year-old nails first hole in one

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Timaru's Ron Collins finally achieves what most golfers set out to do after 43 years on the course.

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2270 days ago

The Warehouse is proud to support Variety!

The Warehouse New Zealand

Variety is the children’s charity, helping to create brighter futures for Kiwi kids.Visit your local The Warehouse store and support this great cause by simply adding a $2 Scratch card or $1 donation to your purchase helping Kiwi kids with a chance at a better life.

The Warehouse, partnering … View more
Variety is the children’s charity, helping to create brighter futures for Kiwi kids.Visit your local The Warehouse store and support this great cause by simply adding a $2 Scratch card or $1 donation to your purchase helping Kiwi kids with a chance at a better life.

The Warehouse, partnering with you for a better community.

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2271 days ago

We are going on a limb here but....

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

perhaps someone in the wider community is feeling off balance without their prosthetic leg.

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2273 days ago

Poll: Can you taste the difference between milk brands?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

Can you taste a difference between budget and premium milk? There are few things that divide the public as much as the budget versus branded milk debate.

In Stuff's new 'Milking It' investigation, we look at the difference between branded milks, the … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Can you taste a difference between budget and premium milk? There are few things that divide the public as much as the budget versus branded milk debate.

In Stuff's new 'Milking It' investigation, we look at the difference between branded milks, the current milk prices in New Zealand, as well as the comeback of glass milk bottles.

So, what are your thoughts on our country's milk? Take part in our poll, and feel free to share your thoughts in the replies!

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Can you taste the difference between milk brands?
  • 21.7% Yes, premium milk is nicer
    21.7% Complete
  • 50.1% No, they taste the same to me
    50.1% Complete
  • 17.1% No, but I prefer budget milk
    17.1% Complete
  • 11% I don't know/ don't drink dairy milk
    11% Complete
706 votes
2272 days ago

Is our obsession with Gloriavale building?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The huge interest in Gloriavale dresses being sold online is no surprise as New Zealand's obsession with the secluded community continues, a religion and cult expert says.

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