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!

1924 days ago

For a solid future, get a trade!

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentryView more
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentry and joinery. You’ll learn from inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments and you’ll get lots of hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace.

To find out more visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
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1924 days ago

Have you nominated yet???

Women of Influence

Time's running out. Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards are closing in 1 month.

Don't let the special women in your communities miss out on the recognition they deserve.

Nominate now!

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1924 days ago

Ways to celebrate National Volunteer Week 2019!

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.

Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great … View more
It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.

Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great place to start! Find more information here: www.volunteeringnz.org.nz....

Join us this National Volunteer Week to stand together in our differences and choose to connect! Take part in NVW by downloading NVW resources here: nationalvolunteerweek.nz....

National Volunteer Week 2019 runs from June 16-22.

#NVW2019 #WHIRIATETANGATA

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1924 days ago

Happy National Volunteer Week 2019! 💛🐝🌻🎉

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say a big THANK YOU to the 18,000+ 'busy bees' (volunteers) who help run Neighbourhood Support in our communities across the country. We wouldn't be able to do what we do without your generous support.

#NSNZgetinvolved

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1924 days ago

Honey Shop Open Tuesday 18th June 9 - 5pm

Susan from Eyrewell Forest

***NEW PRODUCT*** Manuka honey fudge - delicious and a great price at only $5.50 or $15 for 3.
Enjoy our wonderful, locally produced RAW honeys and bee products. We have available our Beechwood Honey Dew, Manuka, Clover and Thyme honey as well as Honey Comb at a great price of just $17.50 for … View more
***NEW PRODUCT*** Manuka honey fudge - delicious and a great price at only $5.50 or $15 for 3.
Enjoy our wonderful, locally produced RAW honeys and bee products. We have available our Beechwood Honey Dew, Manuka, Clover and Thyme honey as well as Honey Comb at a great price of just $17.50 for 300g. Honey Dew Drops, just awesome for those sore, scratchy throats, our Manuka honey balms, lip balms and soap and some other great gift ideas.
Come and sample our full range at 763 Poyntzs Road, Eyrewell Forest in North Canterbury or check us out at www.thebeekeepershoney.nz...

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1925 days ago

HONEY SHOP OPEN TUESDAY 18TH JUNE 9 - 5

Susan from Eyrewell Forest

***NEW PRODUCT*** Manuka honey fudge - delicious and a great price at only $5.50 or $15 for 3.
Enjoy our wonderful, locally produced RAW honeys and bee products. We have available our Beechwood Honey Dew, Manuka, Clover and Thyme honey as well as Honey Comb at a great price of just $17.50 for … View more
***NEW PRODUCT*** Manuka honey fudge - delicious and a great price at only $5.50 or $15 for 3.
Enjoy our wonderful, locally produced RAW honeys and bee products. We have available our Beechwood Honey Dew, Manuka, Clover and Thyme honey as well as Honey Comb at a great price of just $17.50 for 300g. Honey Dew Drops, just awesome for those sore, scratchy throats, our Manuka honey balms, lip balms and soap and some other great gift ideas.
Come and sample our full range at 763 Poyntzs Road, Eyrewell Forest in North Canterbury or check us out at www.thebeekeepershoney.nz...

1926 days ago

Gameday food for watching the footy

Mainland Cheese

One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View more
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and impossible to fail Harvati quiche.

So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
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1927 days ago

*WIN* a French Country Collections diffuser!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Cosy up this winter and subscribe to your favourite magazine on Mags4Gifts and go in the draw to win one of 12 French Country diffuser! Valued at $59. Subscribe now

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1927 days ago

Graeme Dingle Foundation and New Zealand Rugby empowering our tamariki!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 As the official charity for New Zealand Rugby, we're proud to partner with our sporting heroes to help provide a better future for our tamariki.

Learn more in the link provided!

#NZR #Rugby #AllBlacks #BlackFerns #GraemeDingleFoundation

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1927 days ago

Old Bathtub _ Fibreglass or Plastic

Nga from Eyrewell Forest

Wanted a free Bathtub. Ideal for lifestyle block. Not cast iron please
Contact Alan 022 010 6482

1927 days ago

Tomorrow is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 💜

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If … View more
Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse know that it's okay to speak out...

Call 0800 EA NOT OK (08000 32 668 65) for free and confidential help or visit the Age Concern New Zealand website for more advice and resources:

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1928 days ago
1928 days ago

Autumn art made easy

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ashburton

With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and … View more
With autumn’s falling leaves, now is the perfect time to get creative. Here’s an art print inspired by the season’s magical colours captured with Resene testpots.

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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1932 days ago

Second bridge in Ashburton a step closer with funding granted for business case

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A long-running campaign to get a second bridge in Ashburton has been given a $94,000 boost.

The money was granted by the Government's Provincial Growth Fund to develop a business case for building a second urban bridge across the Ashburton River.

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1929 days ago

Poll: Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View more
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.

To read more, click here

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Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?
  • 27.7% Yes
    27.7% Complete
  • 72.3% No
    72.3% Complete
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