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2218 days ago

Spotted a Lovely Letterbox?

Resene

Is there a letterbox in your neighbourhood that makes you smile? One the kids always make you drive past? Maybe you've spotted an eye-catching roadside oddity on your Summer car trip.

We want to see the craziest, quirkiest and most colourful letterboxes in New Zealand. Share photographs of … View more
Is there a letterbox in your neighbourhood that makes you smile? One the kids always make you drive past? Maybe you've spotted an eye-catching roadside oddity on your Summer car trip.

We want to see the craziest, quirkiest and most colourful letterboxes in New Zealand. Share photographs of unique letterboxes you come across these holidays and you’re in the draw to win one of four $500 prizes including a $250 Prezzy® card and $250 Resene voucher. Plus the owner of the winning letterbox wins the same prize!

Explore the entries and share a Lovely Letterbox now.
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2230 days ago

Would you want to work in this building?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A lack of weather protection and structural integrity provided by Waimate's District Council offices' roof tiles have become a major concern as the building continues to leak.

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2219 days ago

Port Hills remembrance run offers time to reflect

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Cantabrians are urged to start training for a 10-kilometre run-walk held in the Port Hills in February to remember those who lost their lives in the 2011 earthquake.

Entrants have just over two months to prepare for the annual Run to Remember event, where runners and walkers of all ages and … View more
Cantabrians are urged to start training for a 10-kilometre run-walk held in the Port Hills in February to remember those who lost their lives in the 2011 earthquake.

Entrants have just over two months to prepare for the annual Run to Remember event, where runners and walkers of all ages and abilities follow a course along the Port Hills from Victoria to Hansen Park.

Sport Canterbury chief executive Julyan Falloon says the route offers an opportunity to remember and reflect on those affected by the earthquakes. "We've all been impacted in different ways. There is no other experience where you take time to look over the city and reflect."

2219 days ago

Know a Nice Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’re looking for the nicest neighbours in town. Spread a little happiness in your ‘hood by nominating someone lovely for a Nice Neighbour Award. It could be someone who has helped make a difference in your life - or the lives of others. Someone who has been there in a time of need, has helped … View moreWe’re looking for the nicest neighbours in town. Spread a little happiness in your ‘hood by nominating someone lovely for a Nice Neighbour Award. It could be someone who has helped make a difference in your life - or the lives of others. Someone who has been there in a time of need, has helped your family, surprises and delights the kids, or who regularly volunteers their time to a local charity or sports team.

If your neighbour is picked as this week's Nice Neighbour, you’ll both receive a $25 Prezzy® card plus your special neighbour will feature in community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all.

Let us know why your neighbour is so nice by nominating now.
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2220 days ago

Be ready for 2019 with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop Timaru

Christmas is super busy! But so is going into the new year & what comes with it, back to work, back to school, new year new me! So why not create your own handy wall planner & easily keep track of your family’s schedule. Once you’re done simply use whiteboard markers to write on it, … View moreChristmas is super busy! But so is going into the new year & what comes with it, back to work, back to school, new year new me! So why not create your own handy wall planner & easily keep track of your family’s schedule. Once you’re done simply use whiteboard markers to write on it, then wipe off & update as needed. Easy to create with Resene testpots & Resene Write-on Wall Paint. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

2220 days ago

HELP US MAKE WASPS BUZZ OFF FOR GOOD.

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real … View more
They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. Head online now to contribute

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2220 days ago

Get them that puuurrrfect gift!

Farmlands

Swing by your local Farmlands store to ensure everyone has something to open on Christmas morning.

With 82 stores across the country, we’re proud to be supporting your community
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2221 days ago

Do like viewing Christmas decorated houses?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Here's a list of the Christmas decorated houses we know of so far in South Canterbury.
You can message us below on this page to add your house to the list or email lyn.milne@timaruherald.co.nz

TIMARU
9 Gleniti Rd (gold coin donation, proceeds to Child Cancer Foundation)
23 Melton St
255 … View more
Here's a list of the Christmas decorated houses we know of so far in South Canterbury.
You can message us below on this page to add your house to the list or email lyn.milne@timaruherald.co.nz

TIMARU
9 Gleniti Rd (gold coin donation, proceeds to Child Cancer Foundation)
23 Melton St
255 Fairview Rd
134 Morgans Rd
19 Rosebrook Rd
59 Tyne St
52 Kauri St
121 Gleniti Road (from Dec 15)
24 Kauri St

TEMUKA
16 Seddon St
30 Birkett St
23B Harris St
89 Murray St
108 Waitohi Temuka Rd
212 Orakipaoa Island Rd
194 Boiling Down Road
1 North Town Belt

GERALDINE
1 Darby St

WAIMATE
39 Opie St
40 Harris St
33 Maude St

PLEASANT POINT
58 Kabul St

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2221 days ago

Grace Millane will 'forever be a Kiwi', her father says

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and … View more
Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and some evening singing Amazing Grace.

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2222 days ago

Needle found in strawberry - hoax

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Update: a woman has been charged for making a false complaint about a needle found in a strawberry.

www.stuff.co.nz...

A second South Canterbury supermarket has been forced to pull strawberries from the shelves after the discovery of a needle in a punnet. Foodstuffs has pulled strawberries from … View more
Update: a woman has been charged for making a false complaint about a needle found in a strawberry.

www.stuff.co.nz...

A second South Canterbury supermarket has been forced to pull strawberries from the shelves after the discovery of a needle in a punnet. Foodstuffs has pulled strawberries from Pak 'n Save Timaru and is working with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and police following a complaint on Monday morning.

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2222 days ago

Ho ho no: More AirNZ Christmas strikes on the table

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about … View more
Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about this, click here. Have you got travel insurance for your flights? If a strike happens, you might not be covered. Read more about the Insurance Council of NZ's travel cover warning here.

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2223 days ago

DOC appealing for witnesses after Timaru little blue penguin hit and killed by car

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An appeal for additional witnesses has been made by the Department of Conservation (DOC) following the death of a little blue penguin, hit and killed by a car at Timaru's Marine Pde at Caroline Bay on Saturday night.

"DOC is encouraging the driver of the vehicle to come forward and to… View more
An appeal for additional witnesses has been made by the Department of Conservation (DOC) following the death of a little blue penguin, hit and killed by a car at Timaru's Marine Pde at Caroline Bay on Saturday night.

"DOC is encouraging the driver of the vehicle to come forward and to contact DOC's Geraldine office on 03 693 1010. We're also appealing for any additional witnesses to contact DOC about what they have seen."

People should report any incidents of wildlife being harassed or harmed to DOC, by calling the emergency hotline on 0800 362 468. Read more

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2223 days ago

Mountain Buggy dumped by mistake

Andres from Ashburton District

Hello everyone,... here is my sort of urgent problem that I would like to tell to see if I can still have the chance and lots of good luck to try to recover this pram. A couple of years ago a friend of my wife lend her a Mountain Buggy 3 wheels stroller, green one, with shade cover. The thing is I … View moreHello everyone,... here is my sort of urgent problem that I would like to tell to see if I can still have the chance and lots of good luck to try to recover this pram. A couple of years ago a friend of my wife lend her a Mountain Buggy 3 wheels stroller, green one, with shade cover. The thing is I always thought she gave her away and by the time we moved house (nearly year ago, September 2017) I went to Resource Recovery Park 25 Range Street, Ashburton and dumped there. Don’t know if was destroyed or not, may be it was put up for sale in the shop, hopefully. Is here when I must ask to any one please, that bought a green stroller Mountain Buggy from that place I will appreciate if you out there could sell it to me please. This stroller has a huge sentimental value for this lady and I just destroyed without any questions. I will appreciate any help or information to try to take it back with the owner. Thanks a lot everyone.


Andres

2224 days ago

Time is running out to make a submission on the Alpine Energy shares sale proposal...

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The Timaru District Council has received well over 300 submissions on the share sale proposal and a submission against it was launched on Friday. Submissions close 5pm today (December 10).

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2224 days ago

Christmas made easy with Farmlands

Farmlands

Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to… View more
Win up to $1000* of your shop back with Farmlands!

Spend $150 or more on your Farmlands Card between 1 November 2018 and 15 December 2018 at participating Card Partners to go in the draw to win. Plus, check out the Farmlands Gift Guide to find gift ideas for all the family.

Find out where to shop this Christmas: www.farmlands.co.nz/christmas

*Terms and Conditions apply.
Find out more!

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