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2153 days ago

Have your say on UK-NZ trade

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict… View more
New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict the flow of goods and services between our countries, and closer cooperation on progressive trade issues, including environmental protections.

To make your voice heard, just answer our quick poll question and share your thoughts.
Have your say

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2153 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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2154 days ago

Can you help us raise $500 by using your fiingers to vote.

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

OUR LEAD HAS DROPPED FROM 100 TO 50 JUST REALLY APPREICATE ALL YOU LOVELY PEOPLE VOTING.  YOU CAN VOTE ONCE EVERYDAY SO TODAY AND TOMORROW.  THANKS 


A company called Pet-n-sur is running a Xmas Charity Vote and is giving away $500 to the top three charities with the most votes.
We would love… View more
OUR LEAD HAS DROPPED FROM 100 TO 50 JUST REALLY APPREICATE ALL YOU LOVELY PEOPLE VOTING.  YOU CAN VOTE ONCE EVERYDAY SO TODAY AND TOMORROW.  THANKS 


A company called Pet-n-sur is running a Xmas Charity Vote and is giving away $500 to the top three charities with the most votes.
We would love to have your vote. Here is the link where you can vote up until the 19th. Thank you in advance to everyone that votes. We can desex over 6 stray cats with the $500 dollars and help numerous kittens being born into sickness, hungry and the wild.

petnsur.co.nz...

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2154 days ago

Tadpoles for sale

Karen from Lincoln

I have hundreds of tadpoles for sale from my own pond. They are whistling and southern bell tadpoles. If interested please message me for a suitable time to be picked up. Great for kids and adults to watch them grow.Please bring a containe. $2 each but I will put in a few extra incase some … View moreI have hundreds of tadpoles for sale from my own pond. They are whistling and southern bell tadpoles. If interested please message me for a suitable time to be picked up. Great for kids and adults to watch them grow.Please bring a containe. $2 each but I will put in a few extra incase some don't make it.

Price: $2

2154 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."

2154 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.
Make a nomination

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2155 days ago

HANDMADE SOAP

Joanne from Halswell

Hi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and … View moreHi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and nourishing oils and fats, and lather well, and smell lovely, some with Essential Oils, some with Fragrance Oils. This soap has Coconut Oil & Olive Oil, Bubblegum FO, Pink, Blue & gold colours. 80g.

Price: $4

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2155 days ago

HANDMADE SOAP

Joanne from Halswell

Hi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and … View moreHi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and nourishing oils and fats, and lather well, and smell lovely, some with Essential Oils, some with Fragrance Oils. This soap has Coconut Oil & Olive Oil, French Clay & Betonite Clay, Ylang Ylang & Mandarin EO. 80g

Price: $4

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2155 days ago

HANDMADE SOAP

Joanne from Halswell

Hi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and … View moreHi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and nourishing oils and fats, and lather well, and smell lovely, some with Essential Oils, some with Fragrance Oils. This soap has Coconut & Olive oil, Blues & Purple colour, Opium Fragrance Oil. 80g

Price: $4

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2155 days ago

HOMEMADE SOAP

Joanne from Halswell

Hi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and … View moreHi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and nourishing oils and fats, and lather well, and smell lovely, some with Essential Oils, some with Fragrance Oils. This soap has a light green colour from adding French Clay, and is scented with NagChampa EO. Oils used are Coconut and Olive .

Price: $4

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2155 days ago

HOMEMADE SOAP

Joanne from Halswell

Hi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and … View moreHi, I have started to make my own soap,after doing research into what ingredients go into the soap we buy off the supermarket shelf. My soap isnt perfect to look at, this is the first time I have ever tried to sell anything that I have made, but I Im very proud of it, it has cleansing and nourishing oils and fats, and lather well, and smell lovely, some with Essential Oils, some with Fragrance Oils. This soap has Cocoa, which has many skin benefits, also for a natural colour, Coconut and Olive oils, Ylang Ylang & Patchouli EO, size varies 80-100g.I found it hard to take good photos, the light showed up all the small imperfections.

Price: $4

2155 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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2156 days ago

Celebrate Christmas with free Metro travel

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Visitors to the central city can enjoy a free ride home on Metro services this Saturday, December 15. Tickets can be collected from a dedicated stall in the Bus Interchange between 9am and 6pm and entitle the holder to free travel for the rest of the day. People can also pick up a ticket at … View moreVisitors to the central city can enjoy a free ride home on Metro services this Saturday, December 15. Tickets can be collected from a dedicated stall in the Bus Interchange between 9am and 6pm and entitle the holder to free travel for the rest of the day. People can also pick up a ticket at ChristchurchNZ’s Twilight in the Central City event in Cashel Street Mall between 6-8pm this Friday, December 14. Read more

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2156 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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2156 days ago

Donate to The Foodbank Project and help make Christmas wishes come true for struggling Kiwi families

Julia De Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

It's the final week to donate to the The Foodbank Project!

17,000 families will come to The Salvation Army for food and support over the Christmas period, but our donations this December will only fill 600 food parcels.

Every donation will make a real difference to families in need but we … View more
It's the final week to donate to the The Foodbank Project!

17,000 families will come to The Salvation Army for food and support over the Christmas period, but our donations this December will only fill 600 food parcels.

Every donation will make a real difference to families in need but we still have a long way to go. With only two weeks until Christmas, we need your help to fill more food parcels!

Donate a Christmas bundle today and help make Christmas wishes come true for struggling Kiwi families.

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