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Two more Selwyn communities will soon have their drinking water chlorinated, but most of the district's water will be left alone – at least for now.
The Selwyn District Council last week rejected a plan to chlorinate all of its drinking water following widespread opposition from its … View moreTwo more Selwyn communities will soon have their drinking water chlorinated, but most of the district's water will be left alone – at least for now.
The Selwyn District Council last week rejected a plan to chlorinate all of its drinking water following widespread opposition from its 45,000 residents. More than 96 per cent of submissions made to the council were against the proposal.
What do you think?
Check out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For… View moreCheck out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For the apron, start with a smaller size than you would wear so it doesn't wrap around too far. Check that it has a lot of pockets." So tell us if you've got similarly fashionable, exclusive-for-the-garden glad rags, and if yes, why not post a photo in the Reply space too!
The forecast snow has sparked MetService to issue a severe weather watch for Fiordland, and inland parts of Southland, Queenstown Clutha and Otago.
Please be careful when driving as there have been reports of black ice and slips which have caused hazardous conditions.
- Snowfalls had closed … View moreThe forecast snow has sparked MetService to issue a severe weather watch for Fiordland, and inland parts of Southland, Queenstown Clutha and Otago.
Please be careful when driving as there have been reports of black ice and slips which have caused hazardous conditions.
- Snowfalls had closed the Lewis Pass (SH7), Crown Range road and the Milford Road (SH94) from Hollyford Rd junction to Milford. The alternative route to the Crown Range via Kawarau Gorge was open but there could be black ice.
- Snow was also falling in Arthur's Pass (SH73). Falls were also expected around the summits for Haast Pass (SH6), Lindis Pass (SH8).
- The Queenstown Lakes District Council says there is black ice "across the network", especially Malagans Road, Glenorchy Road, Fernhill Road, around Arthur's Point and Kelvin Heights.
Remember to:
- Keep an eye out for your neighbours, especially the elderly, to ensure everyone is warm and looked after. Post to your Neighbourly community if you can lend a hand.
- If you notice any slips or hazards that you need to warn the community about - then don't hesitate to post an Urgent Alert. Your post will be sent out as either a text or email to others living around you.
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Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.
Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, … View moreGraeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.
Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, “and that breaks my heart”, says Graeme. His solution? “Do some training”. It just might save your life.
Sign up for training today.
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A bitterly cold night has seen temperatures drop to -7.4 degrees Celsius in the South Island
That temperature was recorded by MetService at about 8am on Friday from St Arnaud in the South Island.
Other places to record bone-chilling nights were Tekapo, at -7C, Mt Cook at -6.8C, Christchurch … View moreA bitterly cold night has seen temperatures drop to -7.4 degrees Celsius in the South Island
That temperature was recorded by MetService at about 8am on Friday from St Arnaud in the South Island.
Other places to record bone-chilling nights were Tekapo, at -7C, Mt Cook at -6.8C, Christchurch Airport at -3.9C, Ashburton at -4.5C and Timaru at -3.7C.
The lowest June temperature recorded at Christchurch Airport was -7.2C, while the average June daily lowest temperature was 1C. In Ashburton the lowest June temperature recorded was -7.1C and the average June daily minimum was 0.5C.
Read more about today's weather here.
Hello neighbours, we asked Alan Trott for his favourite cold weather plants. These, he says, are the stars of the winter garden.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her partner Clarke Gayford have welcomed a baby girl. To read more, click here.
Does it make sense to buy teenagers bigger beds so they have more room to grow? Or, like writer and mum Jayne D'Arcy, do you think a double could equal trouble later on?
After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.
He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the … View moreAfter debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.
He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the Government telling us when to take the day off.
We want to know your thoughts. Should people be able to make their own holiday arrangements? Or should we leave our holidays as is?
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.
Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades … View moreIf you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.
Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Guarantee foundation course in building and construction, and the Timaru campus has programmes in painting and decorating and engineering trades.
These programmes are enrolling now so see the website or call 0800 24 24 76 for more details and apply today to start in July.
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.
So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.
Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand … View moreOur dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.
So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.
Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers are always standing by to help out when they’re needed. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do to keep us all safe.
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