Mackenzie District, Lake Tekapo

2065 days ago

Burglars target rural South Canterbury schools

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

Rural schools in South Canterbury are being advised to review their security after three were targeted by burglars this week.

Senior Sergeant Anthony Callon said Pleasant Point, Barton Rural and Beaconsfield had caretaker sheds broken into overnight Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Read more

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2065 days ago

FREE Event - Toastmasters Open Night

Jade from Timaru

WHEN: Tuesday 9th April
WHERE: South Cosmopolitan Club, 44 Browne Street, Timaru
TIME: 7:00 sharp to 8:30pm
WHY: Develop you communication and leadership skills

Alpine Toastmasters Timaru
YOU are invited to a very special night, a FREE event, as Alpine Toastmasters Timaru are hosting one of… View more
WHEN: Tuesday 9th April
WHERE: South Cosmopolitan Club, 44 Browne Street, Timaru
TIME: 7:00 sharp to 8:30pm
WHY: Develop you communication and leadership skills

Alpine Toastmasters Timaru
YOU are invited to a very special night, a FREE event, as Alpine Toastmasters Timaru are hosting one of their renowned open evenings!
We welcome you all to come along and see what makes Toastmasters so special. A slightly more relaxed evening will see us beginning by having three prepared speeches, three evaluations and ending the evening with some fun and humor with impromptu Table Topics! You are guaranteed a fun night

We are a group who are dedicated to supporting the personal growth and development of all of its' members. We offer a supportive & positive learning experience which encourages the development of communication & leadership skills, self confidence & personal growth.

Who would benefit from Toastmasters?
Anyone doesn’t feel comfortable with public speaking or speaking to others. Learn to speak and be direct, specific and clear. We also look at our non verbal communication. Toastmasters also teaches leadership, presentation and listening skills, such as providing encouraging, constructive feedback

You will find a supportive learn-by-doing environment at Alpine, that allows you to achieve your goals at your own pace. Toastmasters skills can be applied in many real situations, such as introducing yourself, giving celebration speeches, getting your point across and how to engage with people more easily.

OUR MEETINGS
We meet every second Tuesday at the South Cosmopolitan Club. Please arrive at 6:50pm as our meetings begin at 7pm and run until 9pm.
Our Meeting dates are on our Club Calendar on our website or our
Facebook page.
The meeting is open to everyone over 18 and the only thing to bring with you is a smile. Come along and see what we are all about, learn new skills and enjoy our toastmasters community.

For any questions or information feel free to contact: Jade Kyles (President) - 0272519300.

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2068 days ago

Thousands embrace at Christchurch vigil to show solidarity after mosque terror attacks

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Aroha and solidarity rang out loud and clear across Christchurch's Hagley Park as tens of thousands attended a vigil to remember those killed in the mosque massacres.

People, sitting on picnic blankets and on chairs, turned to strangers and embraced, others wiped their partners tears and … View more
Aroha and solidarity rang out loud and clear across Christchurch's Hagley Park as tens of thousands attended a vigil to remember those killed in the mosque massacres.

People, sitting on picnic blankets and on chairs, turned to strangers and embraced, others wiped their partners tears and women wore headscarves to show their solidarity.

Speakers stood on a stage meant for the Bryan Adams concert cancelled a week earlier, and in front of them a sea of people sat in absolute silence as the names of the 50 killed were read out by the Linwood mosque Imam Ibrahim Abdul Halim.

2067 days ago

Timaru Community Menzshed fund raiser kindling

Graham from Timaru

Menzshed have bags of amazingly high quality Kindling for sale. (In excess of 300 sticks per bag) $10 per large bag. It’s consistent size and length too.
Also pellet offcuts which contain nails but at $3 a sack full you can’t go wrong.
Call at 11B Shaw St Timaru Tuesday/Thursday 9am-3pm or … View more
Menzshed have bags of amazingly high quality Kindling for sale. (In excess of 300 sticks per bag) $10 per large bag. It’s consistent size and length too.
Also pellet offcuts which contain nails but at $3 a sack full you can’t go wrong.
Call at 11B Shaw St Timaru Tuesday/Thursday 9am-3pm or phone 0272219404.

Price: $10

2068 days ago

South Canterbury fire stations set to improve

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

Big changes are ahead for fire stations at Peel Forest and Timaru as Fire and Emergency New Zealand seeks to improve facilities in South Canterbury.

In Peel Forest, near Geraldine, Fenz is seeking a land change with the Timaru District Council so it can build a new station alongside the old one … View more
Big changes are ahead for fire stations at Peel Forest and Timaru as Fire and Emergency New Zealand seeks to improve facilities in South Canterbury.

In Peel Forest, near Geraldine, Fenz is seeking a land change with the Timaru District Council so it can build a new station alongside the old one that is about four times the size of the current building, while in Timaru there are plans for six figure "major" alterations at the main fire station to alleviate severely overcrowded office space. Read more

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2069 days ago

And the winners of the t-shirts are....

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Update: Our winner generator could hardly handle such a huge interest! Thank you everyone for supporting Neighbours Day Aotearoa. Congratulations to the following winners:

Craig Norburn: Greerton - Parkvale
Pauline Dicker: South Dunedin
Lea Solomon: South Waikato District
Nimisha Gupte: … View more
Update: Our winner generator could hardly handle such a huge interest! Thank you everyone for supporting Neighbours Day Aotearoa. Congratulations to the following winners:

Craig Norburn: Greerton - Parkvale
Pauline Dicker: South Dunedin
Lea Solomon: South Waikato District
Nimisha Gupte: Whangaparaoa

The Neighbourly Team will send out your t-shirts to you.

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Hey Neighbourly!

Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2019 has kicked off and to celebrate all things "Neighbourly" we would like to give away the last of our shirts, designed by Kiwis. All you need to do is like or thank this post and you will go into the draw.

We hope your planning is going well for your NDA events! Make sure you register your event at our website.

(Please note that we only have XL sizes available but don't be put off - oversized t-shirts are awesome)

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2070 days ago

Up to $6,700 off solar systems when you build with Stonewood Homes.

Stonewood Homes

Solar energy is derived from the sun’s radiation. The sun is a powerful energy source and this energy can be harnessed by installing solar panels.

Solar power is proven to be extremely beneficial – not only for the environment but also financially. Build with Stonewood Homes today and … View more
Solar energy is derived from the sun’s radiation. The sun is a powerful energy source and this energy can be harnessed by installing solar panels.

Solar power is proven to be extremely beneficial – not only for the environment but also financially. Build with Stonewood Homes today and receive up to $6,700 off solar systems, call us on 0508 Go Solar or visit www.stonewood.co.nz/gosolar to take up this special offer now.
Check out our brochure!

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2070 days ago

Nationwide Electric Vehicle info tour to visit Methven for first time

Matt from Ashburton District

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 more
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 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

2075 days ago

Christchurch mosque shooting tributes: our nation is united in grief

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

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 more
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 the link below. If you'd like to share your condolences leave a comment here or email stuffnation@stuff.co.nz.

2072 days ago

Public vigil and 'march for love' all set for Christchurch this weekend

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

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 more
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 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.

2072 days ago

Supporting our Christchurch victims

The Warehouse New Zealand

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. Donate now

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2073 days ago

A message to our Canterbury members...

The Team from ACC New Zealand

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 more
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 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
Find out more

2074 days ago

An update from the NSNZ National Office...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

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

NSNZ Update - Christchurch.pdf Download View

2074 days ago

Right now when you buy 1 tyre, you get the second tyre HALF PRICE on quality Goodyear and Dunlop passenger car, 4WD/SUV and van tyres!*

Anna Holley from Beaurepaires Timaru

It’s easy to take advantage of this great deal – you can buy online, come in store or call our friendly customer service team today!

*Conditions apply.

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2075 days ago

Dear Christchurch...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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 more
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 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.
Learn more

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