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2277 days ago

Timaru district ratepayers face 5.8 per cent hike

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Timaru district ratepayers will face increases of about 5.8 per cent to their rates bill for the next financial year. The bulk of the ratepayers' money will go towards a few select projects over the next year. Find out what these projects are here.

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2 days ago

Here's Thursday's thinker!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I am lighter than air, but a hundred people cannot lift me. What am I?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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5 days ago

Poll: Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Drivers get where they need to go, but sometimes it seems that we are all abiding by different road rules (for example, the varying ways drivers indicate around a roundabout).
Do you think drivers should be required to take a quick driving theory test every 10 years?

Vote in the poll and share any road rules that you've seen bent! 😱

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Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?
  • 48.4% Yes
    48.4% Complete
  • 49.7% No
    49.7% Complete
  • 1.9% Other - I'll share below
    1.9% Complete
3196 votes
11 hours ago

Home and Garden Show opens Next Friday!

Jade Promotions

It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the inaugural South Canterbury Home and Garden Show on from the 27 - 29 September at Southern Trust Events Centre. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring everything from Builders, Renovators, Homewares, Flooring, Heating and Cooling, Landscaping, Outdoor Products, Furnishings, Plants, Artisan Goods, Lifestyle Products and more! Check out the free daily ‘Ask an Expert’ sessions and bring along your plans, questions and ideas! Take a break from the shopping and enjoy great food, coffee! Grab your discounted 2 for 1 ticket offer today.

Save the date in your diaries and connect with local businesses from the 27 - 29 September at the South Canterbury Home & Garden Show

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Southern Trust Events Centre, Timaru
Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.50
Under 16 free
Find out more

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