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We're on the hunt for people who've passed "inheritance" on to their kids while still alive? i.e. you haven't made them wait for it to be distributed by a will. Do you fit the bill? Get in touch with susan.edmunds@stuff.co.nz
Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.
For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ … View moreHere at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies than those without a plan.
For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training to putting together a grab n’ go bag with survival essentials, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you can get through any situation.
This month also coincides with International Day of Disaster Reduction on October 13th and New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, on Thursday, October 17th at 1.30pm.
Let us know how you’re preparing for anything in your home, at work or in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZprepared
Mixed, senior, aerobic exercise corner Tyne and Glen St., Covenant Grace Church hall, free cuppa afterwards. Just turn up bringing gym shoes and hand towel. Friendly, no stress atmosphere. "Feel good" endorphines are released when we exercise. Any queries Phone 6866546
This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.
Hi Timaru, as reported over the weekend, the team watching over Timaru's Little Blue Penguins has reported a positive start to the Caroline Bay nesting season as a ban of dogs in the area kicks in.
Have you been affected by the ban? What do you think about it?
Under a Timaru District … View moreHi Timaru, as reported over the weekend, the team watching over Timaru's Little Blue Penguins has reported a positive start to the Caroline Bay nesting season as a ban of dogs in the area kicks in.
Have you been affected by the ban? What do you think about it?
Under a Timaru District Council bylaw, dogs are not allowed in the beach areas of the bay from October 1 to March 31 which coincides with the nesting season for the penguins. This is the second summer that dogs have been banned in the beach areas of Caroline Bay. Read more about the ban here.
The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.
Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.
What do you think?
If you know a young person who wants a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be their own boss, then getting a trade is a smart move.
At Ara Institute of Canterbury we've got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch and Timaru in February. Options include … View moreIf you know a young person who wants a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be their own boss, then getting a trade is a smart move.
At Ara Institute of Canterbury we've got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch and Timaru in February. Options include painting & decorating, electrical & engineering, plumbing & gasfitting, construction, carpentry & joinery, motor industry trades and He Toki and Pasifika trades training.
Students learn from inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments and get lots of hands-on experience to prepare for the workplace.
To find out more visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76
This weekend, Cathedral Square will host Explore Antarctica – a family fun day to welcome the international programmes and showcase the city’s wealth of Antarctic connections.
Saturday 5th October will give you:
SNOW! This is your chance to get your hands on snow in the central city and … View moreThis weekend, Cathedral Square will host Explore Antarctica – a family fun day to welcome the international programmes and showcase the city’s wealth of Antarctic connections.
Saturday 5th October will give you:
SNOW! This is your chance to get your hands on snow in the central city and build your own snowman!
❄️ A taste of the icy continent: from crowd-favourite 🐶 Huskies on-site lapping up the attention to exploring the all-terrain Hagglund vehicles 🚍 used down on the ice.
🎬 Antarctic footage will be showing
😎 Scavenger hunts to excite young explorers.
👍 Antarctic heroes will come to life,
🎁 Children are encouraged to dress up like their favourite explorer (past or present) to be in to win a major prize pack of Antarctic themed goodies.
Let’s celebrate Christchurch as one of only five Antarctic Gateways in the world.
Come along for a FREE, FUN Antarctic themed day on Saturday 5 October in Cathedral Square.
Lace patterns always look beautiful. Turn this glass vase from plain to pretty with a lace effect and a Resene testpot.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.
Mixed. senior each Tuesday aerobic exercises corner Tyne and Glen St., Baptist Covenant Grace Church Hall. Silver coin donation. Come as you are, bringing gym shoes and hand towel. "Feel good" endorphins are released when we exercise. Queries Ph 6866546
It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin
Hi neighbours, how do you rate your your driving? And what do you think are the biggest risks on our region's roads?
Canterbury drivers overestimate their ability and think other road users are the problem, new research shows.
A total of 1460 people from Kaikōura to Waitaki, including 497 … View moreHi neighbours, how do you rate your your driving? And what do you think are the biggest risks on our region's roads?
Canterbury drivers overestimate their ability and think other road users are the problem, new research shows.
A total of 1460 people from Kaikōura to Waitaki, including 497 from Christchurch, completed an online survey about their driving habits.
Findings showed 42 per cent rated their own driving ability as above average. The same group considered 73 per cent of other drivers to be only average drivers.
Read the full story by clicking the link below and tell us your thoughts in the comments.
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.
Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.
RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View moreSpring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.
Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.
RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.
Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.
Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View moreNZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.
For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
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