Live: Highways flooded, Akaroa underwater as evacuations continue across Canterbury
Hi neighbours,
Monday is day two of persistent, heavy rain that's caused severe flooding in parts of Canterbury.
Canterbury faces severe floods, evacuations, power cuts and rising rivers, with warnings more rain is on the way.
A state of local emergency has been declared for the whole region of Canterbury following heavy rain and flooding.
Rising river levels forced the urgent evacuation of more than 240 homes in North Canterbury.
Stuff's live blog has all you need to know as well as regular updates and stories from the ground. Click on the link below to read more.
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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5.1% Second half of November
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44.3% 1st December
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16.9% A week before Christmas
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32.5% Whenever you wish
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1.2% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
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Enviroflo are discovering widespread damage in ceramic drains across the Canterbury region - often there are no obvious signs.
Let our experienced team take care of it. We'll diagnose the damage, provide a report and work with the Natural Hazards Commision (formally EQC) on your behalf.
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