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Think you know how old your dog is? Think again.
Multiplying by seven isn't accurate, a new study says. Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and other leading health institutions across the country have now debunked that common belief.
… View moreHi neighbours,
Think you know how old your dog is? Think again.
Multiplying by seven isn't accurate, a new study says. Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and other leading health institutions across the country have now debunked that common belief.
According to their findings, a one-year-old dog is similar to a 31-year-old human.
To read about the how to calculate our dog's age, click here
One of the most scenic hot air balloon flights in the world - among the mountains in Queenstown - has slashed prices by a third to attract Kiwi travellers. Click the link below to read more.
With Covid-19 still a very real risk, people who are unwell are told to stay home, and to keep any sickly kids home too - but what if you don't have any more sick leave owing?
Most Kiwis are entitled to five days of sick leave a year, but some - often those in lower paid jobs - get less.
… View moreWith Covid-19 still a very real risk, people who are unwell are told to stay home, and to keep any sickly kids home too - but what if you don't have any more sick leave owing?
Most Kiwis are entitled to five days of sick leave a year, but some - often those in lower paid jobs - get less.
New Zealand’s minimum sick leave allowance is one of the lowest in the OECD. In Australia they get 10 days, in most European countries it’s even more.
Should Kiwis be entitled to more sick leave?
To read more, click here.
25 Sep at 18:00 – 27 Sep at 16:00
We would like to invite you to join us, in Celebrating 150 years of the Timaru Fire Brigade.
Friday Night 6pm: Meet and greet and register at the Brigade canteen, (Registered guests only)
Saturday 26th September 1pm : A street parade of all the past and current… View more25 Sep at 18:00 – 27 Sep at 16:00
We would like to invite you to join us, in Celebrating 150 years of the Timaru Fire Brigade.
Friday Night 6pm: Meet and greet and register at the Brigade canteen, (Registered guests only)
Saturday 26th September 1pm : A street parade of all the past and current Fire Engines, starting at the Woolcoombe street end of Stafford street through to Cannon street, this will be followed by a static displayof all the fire trucks in King George Place out side the Council Building until 4pm.
Saturday Evening: A cabaret including meal, speeches etc. at Timaru Fire Station engine bay. (registered guests only)
Sunday 1pm: Open Day at Timaru station including a display of past equipment, trucks, interactive displays.
Sunday Evening: BBQ at Timaru station and an invitation to browse through our archives files. (registered guests only)
Please note that for the meet and greet, Cabaret dinner and Sunday evening BBQ you MUST be a registered guest.
For the street Parade and open day you are all welcome to just come along on the day.
Please register your interest with your contact details to one of the following e-mails or phone numbers so we can forward a registration form.
Contact e-mail timarufire@gmail.com or
alastair.thornley@fireandemergency.nz
Alastair Thornley, President
Timaru Fire Brigade Club. Phone (03) 688 8811 or 027 657 5588
Please pass this on to any persons who you may know that has been part of the brigade over the years or forward their contact details to one of the emails above.
We look forward to seeing you over the weekend.
A link to the Facebook event page is below.
Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!
The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).
… View moreBuy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!
The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).
Help us make a difference to the health of kiwi children.
With sweeping beaches, hidden caves, seals, penguins and albatross - we think this must be the most underrated stretch of New Zealand. Have you been? Read more on the link below.
What better way to take a load off than to put your feet up and get inspired with a fresh copy of the Sunday Star-Times each week. For a limited time, when you subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for just 6 months*, we are giving away a free Gourmet Spice Pack valued at $65 so you can get crafty in … View moreWhat better way to take a load off than to put your feet up and get inspired with a fresh copy of the Sunday Star-Times each week. For a limited time, when you subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for just 6 months*, we are giving away a free Gourmet Spice Pack valued at $65 so you can get crafty in the kitchen with Raptor Naturals finest flavours.
Call us on 0800 339 000 or click on the button below and use the promo code “SSTRAPTOR” to redeem this special offer now.
Hurry as this offer ends 31st July, 2020!
*T&Cs apply. For full terms and conditions, please visit www.mags4gifts.co.nz
It's time to get your creative caps on and put your decorative DIY skills to great use! 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 … View moreIt's time to get your creative caps on and put your decorative DIY skills to great use! 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!
Take part in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards. There's four great prizes worth $500 are up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Hi everyone, Neighbourly is heading into the final stretch of our Local Likes campaign with only a week to go! You can still be in with a chance to win our last vouchers for your favourite local business by heading to our Local Likes page. All you've got to do is outline how the business … View moreHi everyone, Neighbourly is heading into the final stretch of our Local Likes campaign with only a week to go! You can still be in with a chance to win our last vouchers for your favourite local business by heading to our Local Likes page. All you've got to do is outline how the business helped you or your community and you're in the draw! Ts & Cs apply.
Hello gardeners,
In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add … View moreHello gardeners,
In this week’s issue of Get Growing, we discuss the best fruit to grow for preserves and meet the herb expert who’ll help you get a good night’s sleep. Plus harvest cauliflowers; prepare for spring sowing; clear gutters and drains; don’t sacrifice flower buds; and add crunch to salads and snacks.
Follow our guide to plants to sow and grow this month and nominate a Houseplant Hero. Go in the draw for Calathea rufibarba plants and garden gloves from Palmers and be in to win a room makeover from NZ House & Garden and Resene.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
Take retro inspiration from old kitchen utensils that you can no longer use and turn them into cute and quirky artworks!
Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
We’re celebrating the launch of Stage 3A residential sections at Ravenswood.
Buy one of the first thirty residential sections to be sold in Stage 3A at Ravenswood by 31 August 2020 and Ravenswood will rebate your section price by $5,000.
Conditions apply. View terms and conditions at our … View moreWe’re celebrating the launch of Stage 3A residential sections at Ravenswood.
Buy one of the first thirty residential sections to be sold in Stage 3A at Ravenswood by 31 August 2020 and Ravenswood will rebate your section price by $5,000.
Conditions apply. View terms and conditions at our website.
Posing for a painting was both an honour and confronting for one of artist John Badcock's subjects.
This week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk… View moreThis week we're looking at how the pandemic will affect our children and their resilience. The Sunday Star-Times wants to hear from children about how they've been impacted by Covid-19 and lockdown. Perhaps they've learned more about hand washing and germs, or maybe they want to talk about having mum or dad home more often, or learning from home. Kids can write a sentence or two to be included in print by emailing kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, by Friday, July 10, at 5pm. Their first names and ages may be used in print. Parents, if you're happy for your children to be photographed please let us know.
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