Ashburton District, Ashburton

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1816 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter October 2019

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The October edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter is out now! It's filled with useful information including the details of the new SuperGold Card app and upgraded website.

In this issue we find out about being Cyber Smart and International Day of Older Persons.

We also … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The October edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter is out now! It's filled with useful information including the details of the new SuperGold Card app and upgraded website.

In this issue we find out about being Cyber Smart and International Day of Older Persons.

We also talked to the MenzShed about it's significance within communities across the country.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to: bit.ly...

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1816 days ago

FOOD RECALL: Pams brand Dark Chocolate Buttons

Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been affected? Foodstuffs Own Brands is recalling all batches and all dates of its Pams brand Dark Chocolate Buttons due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

Package size and description: The product is sold in 400g plastic packets.
Distribution: Sold nationwide in … View more
Have you been affected? Foodstuffs Own Brands is recalling all batches and all dates of its Pams brand Dark Chocolate Buttons due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).

Package size and description: The product is sold in 400g plastic packets.
Distribution: Sold nationwide in Pak'n Save, New World, Four Square, Gilmours, and Trents.

Click here for consumer advice.

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1817 days ago

#NeighbourlySupporters - final draw!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been watching the game with your neighbours? Maybe you have invited the guy next door to come along and watch at the pub or you've organised a family BBQ on game day? You could win a $50 voucher - so game-day chips and dips are on us!

Simply enter the #neighbourlysupporters drawView more
Have you been watching the game with your neighbours? Maybe you have invited the guy next door to come along and watch at the pub or you've organised a family BBQ on game day? You could win a $50 voucher - so game-day chips and dips are on us!

Simply enter the #neighbourlysupporters draw before the weekend.

Thanks to everyone who has entered so far! We love seeing what you have been up to in your neighbourhoods.

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1818 days ago

National Gardening Week: Flower Power

Yates Gardener

The call is out to bring back flowers and create a riot of colour in gardens this October for National Gardening Week!

National Gardening Week: Flower Power - 21-28 October 2019

To get you started flower-bombing register online between 1st and 14th October to receive a free packet of seedsView more
The call is out to bring back flowers and create a riot of colour in gardens this October for National Gardening Week!

National Gardening Week: Flower Power - 21-28 October 2019

To get you started flower-bombing register online between 1st and 14th October to receive a free packet of seeds from Yates flower range including flowers for colour & bees.

We’re also on the search for Yates Budding Young Gardener 2019, the lucky winner will become a Yates Kid Ambassador for one year and win a family trip for four, to Hawaii. Entries close 6th October.
T's & C's apply.
Find out more

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1818 days ago

Have you passed "inheritance" on to your kids?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

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

1818 days ago

Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st ⚠️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

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 more
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’ 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

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1818 days ago

Young father? Make a will! - to appoint a replacement guardian

Director / lawyer from Kiwilaw

If you have a child - even if they don't live with you - you should appoint a 'testamentary guardian' - someone who will replace you as one of your child's guardians, if you die. Usually people do that as part of their will.
Death - you don't want to think about it? Well, … View more
If you have a child - even if they don't live with you - you should appoint a 'testamentary guardian' - someone who will replace you as one of your child's guardians, if you die. Usually people do that as part of their will.
Death - you don't want to think about it? Well, it happens! (Road toll, workplace accidents, whatever.)
If it happens to you, things will be much worse for your parents and your child's mother, if you haven't made a will and therefore you leave them with huge legal hassles at what will already be an awful time.
Write your own will if you want to. Or download an online one. Or go to a lawyer or the Public Trust. Whatever. Just do it!
(Guardians are responsible for the big decisions in a child's life. The mother is one guardian. Nowadays most fathers are automatically guardians by law. Even if they are not, they can still appoint a testamentary guardian.)
Kiwilaw's online $69 will includes appointing a testamentary guardian. You could use it to do a basic will now, download it, print it, sign in front of 2 independent adult witnesses. Appoint a parent or sibling or partner as executor, and a friend as backup executor. Leave everything to your partner or child/ren. Appoint a testamentary guardian. Keep it that simple.
Then revise it in a few days' time - no extra charge - if you want to go into more detail about your property, etc.
Please, just do it. Somehow, just do it. Today would be good. (Photo is from iStock.)
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1822 days ago

working with older peoples

Deb from Oxford

hi My name is Deb Ward, I was wondering if anyone is interested in giving me a chance of looking after older people, I am a mother of 4 growen kids, and 10 grandchildren. I have been caring for my mother of 86 yrs young, and would be very privileged to meet other ppls of any age, to help with … View morehi My name is Deb Ward, I was wondering if anyone is interested in giving me a chance of looking after older people, I am a mother of 4 growen kids, and 10 grandchildren. I have been caring for my mother of 86 yrs young, and would be very privileged to meet other ppls of any age, to help with whateva it may be, even a ear to listen 2. I have many skills that i mite be able 2 help with. If you have a interest in talking with me, give me a call. 0278067058

1819 days ago

Last call for our subscription offer - special for Neighbourly members

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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.

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1819 days ago

THE CHAIRMAN CHILDREN'S FURNITURE

Sandra from Darfield

The ChairMAN
Children's Furniture Manufacturer
Qualified Chair & Frame Maker since 1976
Made in by Bruce Monro

Prices subject to change
Can be flat packed

WANTING IDEAS FOR CHRISTMAS - brightly painted tables and chairs for 2 - 5yr olds and 5 - yrs old. Solid construction. The … View more
The ChairMAN
Children's Furniture Manufacturer
Qualified Chair & Frame Maker since 1976
Made in by Bruce Monro

Prices subject to change
Can be flat packed

WANTING IDEAS FOR CHRISTMAS - brightly painted tables and chairs for 2 - 5yr olds and 5 - yrs old. Solid construction. The chairs and tables are made from untreated pine and sprayed with waterborne enamel paints. The colours can be MIXED or MATCHED with different combinations of pink, yellow, green, red, purple, orange, white and blue. All frames are white. Table tops are made from MDF. Make up your own colour scheme, or supply your own paint.

Negotiable

Price List for Darfield Sept 2019.docx Download View

1819 days ago

Poll: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Neighbourly.co.nz

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?

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Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?
  • 17.6% Absolutely - young people are our future!
    17.6% Complete
  • 70% No - they lack experience to make good judgements
    70% Complete
  • 12.5% It depends on the 16-year-old
    12.5% Complete
1815 votes
1820 days ago

For a solid future, get a trade!

Ara Institute of Canterbury

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 more
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 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
Find out more

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1820 days ago

Ashburton and Selwyn mayoral candidates on key issues facing their districts

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hi neighbours - new school versus old school in Selwyn and the boys' club trying to dethrone Ashburton's first female mayor are features of the election battles on Christchurch's southern border.

What do you think are the key issues facing the Selwyn and Ashburton districts today?

1821 days ago

Explore Antarctica at Cathedral Square

Explore Antarctica

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 more
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 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.
Come on down!

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1821 days ago

Get creative with glass

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ashburton

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

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