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An annual nationwide electric vehicle information road show will be visiting Methven on Saturday 13 April for the first time, giving locals the opportunity to get independent advice about every aspect of electric vehicle (EV) usage and ownership.
The #LeadingTheCharge Great EV Road Trip is run … View moreAn annual nationwide electric vehicle information road show will be visiting Methven on Saturday 13 April for the first time, giving locals the opportunity to get independent advice about every aspect of electric vehicle (EV) usage and ownership.
The #LeadingTheCharge Great EV Road Trip is run by the Better NZ Trust, supported by the Energy and Efficiency Conservation Authority (EECA). Better NZ is a charitable trust whose mandate is to create environmental, financial and health benefits for all New Zealanders through education, and by assisting in the adoption of zero carbon renewable energy technologies.
At present the Trust is focusing on actively supporting the growth of a vibrant EV community in New Zealand and the Road Trip is the biggest event on the Trust’s calendar.
Better NZ Trust Chairperson Kathryn Trounson says The Great EV Road Trip has become a popular annual fixture for electric vehicle owners and enthusiasts nationwide and – importantly – for people who don’t own an EV but would like to know more.
“It is a fun and easy way for people to find out everything they ever wanted to know about electric vehicles and to get a chance to drive or ride in a variety of electric vehicles for free.
“We love it when people experience an electric vehicle for the first time because their response is typically ‘wow, that’s amazingly quiet and smooth’,” she says.
Mrs Trounson says the Great EV Road Trip will be visiting large and small centres nationwide and has extended its reach into a number of previously unvisited smaller towns this year because greatly improved battery storage technologies, coupled with an ever-expanding nationwide charging network, means that electric vehicles can now go anywhere in New Zealand.
The Great EV Road Trip will be visiting Methven as follows:
3 pm to 4 pm
Saturday 13 April 2019
Outside the Blue Pub
2 Barkers Road
Six good reasons to use an electric vehicle
1. They are better for the environment and our economy: Compared with their non-electric equivalents, battery electric vehicles have 80% reduction in CO2 emissions when used in New Zealand; 60% fewer CO2 emissions across the vehicle’s life-span; and no tailpipe emissions.
2. EVs save money and are increasingly affordable: Users typically save thousands of dollars a year on fuel, with running costs being the equivalent of only 30 cents per litre of petrol when charged at home overnight. Maintenance costs are lower because they don’t have an internal combustion engine.
3. They are a pleasure to own and drive: Owners find them smoother, quieter and more responsive than non-electric cars.
4. EVs have better performance than internal combustion engine vehicles: Electric vehicles are beginning to surpass non-EV vehicle performance (e.g. an electric vehicle won the overall Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 2018).
5. Range is much less of an issue these days because an extensive – and growing – public charging infrastructure is now available throughout New Zealand. EV drivers can now charge at more than 220 public charging stations across New Zealand, and more than 90% of our highways have a public fast charger every 75km.
6. The choice of EVs is growing all the time:There are now more than 12,000 registered EVs on our roads, with a growing range of new and second-hand vehicles to suit a range of budgets.
For more information, visit:
Web: www.leadingthecharge.org.nz...
Twitter: @LTCBetterNZ
Facebook: @LeadingTheCharge
We asked Stuff readers to share messages of support for those affected by the terror attack in Christchurch on March 15.
Your response was resounding, heartfelt and determined: hate has no place in our country.
You can read some of the many beautiful tributes we have received so far by clicking … View moreWe asked Stuff readers to share messages of support for those affected by the terror attack in Christchurch on March 15.
Your response was resounding, heartfelt and determined: hate has no place in our country.
You can read some of the many beautiful tributes we have received so far by clicking the link below. If you'd like to share your condolences leave a comment here or email stuffnation@stuff.co.nz.
Three teenagers are planning a march in Christchurch this weekend to "spread love" in the city after Friday's tragic shootings.
St Andrew's College students Ella Clearwater, Marshall Setu and Manaia Butler, all 16, are organising the March for Love event on Saturday at North … View moreThree teenagers are planning a march in Christchurch this weekend to "spread love" in the city after Friday's tragic shootings.
St Andrew's College students Ella Clearwater, Marshall Setu and Manaia Butler, all 16, are organising the March for Love event on Saturday at North Hagley Park.
Rolleston Ave would close so the group could march from North Hagley Park to the flowers outside the botanic gardens. The march will start at 10am.
Scott Esdaile is organising another event called Remember Those Who Lost Their Lives 15-3-19 on Sunday from 5pm to 7pm, also at North Hagley Park.
The event was originally planned for Tuesday in Cathedral Square but it was postponed until Thursday, then again until Saturday, out of respect for the Muslim community.
Blocked drains are inconvenient and unpleasant to deal with, but here are some things you can do to make them less likely to happen:
1. Scrape food scraps off plates into the bin (not down the sink)
2. Put fat, oil and grease into the bin too
3. Use drain strainers to catch food residue in the … View moreBlocked drains are inconvenient and unpleasant to deal with, but here are some things you can do to make them less likely to happen:
1. Scrape food scraps off plates into the bin (not down the sink)
2. Put fat, oil and grease into the bin too
3. Use drain strainers to catch food residue in the kitchen and hair/fibres/soap scum in the bathroom & laundry
4. Run just hot water in sinks and showers at least once a week to prevent a build-up of dirt and residues
5. Only flush The Three P's (pee, poo and paper) down your toilet
If your drain gets blocked, avoid using harsh chemicals as these can damage your plumbing system over time. Contact your local Master Plumber for a professional service: www.masterplumbers.org.nz...
Donate today to the Christchurch Victims Fund. All money raised will help meet our victim’s needs, including support and financial assistance. We thank-you for your contribution, every little bit helps.
Do you know someone that was injured in the terror attack in Christchurch last Friday?
We want to hear from anyone who was injured, or is a family member of someone who was injured or killed, so we can organise and explain the support we can provide.
Please help us share the contact details … View moreDo you know someone that was injured in the terror attack in Christchurch last Friday?
We want to hear from anyone who was injured, or is a family member of someone who was injured or killed, so we can organise and explain the support we can provide.
Please help us share the contact details and information links below.
📞 Phone us on 0800 080 273 (or International +64 78598678)
📧 Email us at christchurchresponse@acc.co.nz
🚩 Visit us at the ACC Christchurch branch, located at The BNZ Centre, Level 2, 101-111 Cashel St, Christchurch. We are open 8.30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday.
🌐 For more information on the support that’s available to you click here.
Christchurch Victims Organising Committee
If you would like to volunteer to help our members in Christchurch, please reach out to our Canterbury Neighbourhood Support Coordinator, Dave Wilkinson at: manager@canterburyns.net
A page has been created, upon request, as an opportunity for a member to share their condolences and messages for the people of Christchurch. If you'd like to share your condolences then feel free to leave one here.
The Stuff team has also asked readers to share messages of support for … View moreA page has been created, upon request, as an opportunity for a member to share their condolences and messages for the people of Christchurch. If you'd like to share your condolences then feel free to leave one here.
The Stuff team has also asked readers to share messages of support for those affected by the terror attack in Christchurch on March 15. You can read some of the many beautiful tributes they have received so far by clicking the link here.
All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.
The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the … View moreAll over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.
The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the whole country. And because entering means sharing their achievements, other teachers can follow in their footsteps.
Be inspired by what teams at schools, kura and early learning services are doing for our children and young people – watch the videos now.
Police would like to hear from anybody who may have seen, heard or have any information on the Christchurch attacks of 15 March.
People with information that can help the investigation can now use a dedicated form on the NZ Police website here
This form can be used to submit information, … View morePolice would like to hear from anybody who may have seen, heard or have any information on the Christchurch attacks of 15 March.
People with information that can help the investigation can now use a dedicated form on the NZ Police website here
This form can be used to submit information, photos and/or documents. You can also use the form to tell us if you have video footage, which can be submitted separately.
People are advised that this is not an emergency channel and that if they see anything suspicious or need urgent help they should ring 111.
When catering business Baker & Son found it difficult to access finance from traditional lenders, Prospa was there to help. Find out how this family-run business used a Prospa loan to expand and upgrade their kitchen, and deliver more sweet treats to customers around Auckland.
Help the Warehouse support Pedal for Plunket provides support services for the development of health and wellbeing of New Zealand families.
With your help The Warehouse and Plunket are providing a baby essentials pack to families in need
Donate in store today and help give a child the best … View moreHelp the Warehouse support Pedal for Plunket provides support services for the development of health and wellbeing of New Zealand families.
With your help The Warehouse and Plunket are providing a baby essentials pack to families in need
Donate in store today and help give a child the best start in life.
Lovely natured ram..suit anywhere with a harem of ladies! trained to come for sheep nuts or any food really..pretty laid back at shearing time too.. delivered by Ken Shipley to us just before he died.. also have a couple of young rams at $150..born August/Sept 2018.. all drenched with ANTHEM 2 … View moreLovely natured ram..suit anywhere with a harem of ladies! trained to come for sheep nuts or any food really..pretty laid back at shearing time too.. delivered by Ken Shipley to us just before he died.. also have a couple of young rams at $150..born August/Sept 2018.. all drenched with ANTHEM 2 weeks ago.. Darfield location
Friday 15 March: Today’s rubbish collections have not been completed due to the ongoing incident in Christchurch.
If your bin was not collected please leave it out.
We will provide updated information on when they will be collected.
… View moreFriday 15 March: Today’s rubbish collections have not been completed due to the ongoing incident in Christchurch.
If your bin was not collected please leave it out.
We will provide updated information on when they will be collected.
Thanks for your patience.
All Council facilities are now in lockdown due to the ongoing incident in Christchurch.
This includes the Rolleston HQ building, recreation and community centres, library and service centres and Aquatic Centre.
For any customers wishing to make rates payments, we will make arrangements to … View moreAll Council facilities are now in lockdown due to the ongoing incident in Christchurch.
This includes the Rolleston HQ building, recreation and community centres, library and service centres and Aquatic Centre.
For any customers wishing to make rates payments, we will make arrangements to extend rates payments.
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