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2043 days ago

Wishing everyone a peaceful Anzac Day ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Tomorrow we remember those who have made the greatest sacrifice to keep us all safe.

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2044 days ago

2019 NZSSSO Gala Concert

NZSSSO

Presented by Forte Itinerant Teachers of Music, this concert showcases the amazing talent of young New Zealand orchestral musicians from Secondary Schools from throughout the country.

This year a challenging and exciting program will be conducted by Uwe Grodd, a conductor and flautist who has … View more
Presented by Forte Itinerant Teachers of Music, this concert showcases the amazing talent of young New Zealand orchestral musicians from Secondary Schools from throughout the country.

This year a challenging and exciting program will be conducted by Uwe Grodd, a conductor and flautist who has performed, recorded and conducted internationally for over 25 years. The programme includes Mahler’s incredible Symphony No.1, as well as the Overture to Colas Breugnon by Kabalevsky, and the fantastic Concerto for Strings and Marimba by Sejourne.

The concert will be held at the Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret's College, Saturday 27th of April at 7pm.
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2045 days ago

Did you go to the Mackenzie A and P Show?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Check out our photos and video coverage of a great Easter Monday show.

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2045 days ago

No more weekends at Bernie's

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

"It's not just a lifestyle decision for my wife and myself, but for the team as well."

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2046 days ago

Buy a Rangi Kipa reusable bag to support Parenting Place

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Warehouse is proud to support Parenting Place this month, hosting their Peel & Reveal competition at all our checkouts. You have to be in to win!

In addition, all proceeds from our Rangi Kipa reusable bags currently in store at checkouts will go to Parenting Place. Parenting Place … View more
The Warehouse is proud to support Parenting Place this month, hosting their Peel & Reveal competition at all our checkouts. You have to be in to win!

In addition, all proceeds from our Rangi Kipa reusable bags currently in store at checkouts will go to Parenting Place. Parenting Place exists to walk alongside whānau from the moment their little ones are born, until the time they raise tamariki of their own. Visit parentingplace.nz for more information.
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2050 days ago

Are you having trouble sourcing eggs?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A national egg shortage is no surprise to South Canterbury producers who say people are becoming more conscious of where their food comes from.

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2048 days ago

Converted churches heralded popular sculptures

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The idyllic rural retreat where two of Timaru's most prominent bronze sculptures came to life has been sold.

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2049 days ago

A creative idea for you and the kids...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Timaru

Create hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from … View more
Create hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.

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

Find out how to create this handy project yourself

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2049 days ago

A special message from our Chief Cuteness Officer...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter long weekend! 🐰💙

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2050 days ago

Are big cats really wandering the South Island's Mackenzie Country?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

"We thought it was cow, a calf, or a sheep but it was walking like a cat and was probably the size of a labrador dog.''

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2055 days ago

Booze ban approved to kick unruly behaviour into touch at Canterbury club rugby league games

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Having a beer on the sideline while watching rugby league in Christchurch is a thing of the past after the city council banned alcohol at matches to help control "volatile and unsafe" behaviour.

Do you think it's the right move? Read the full story by clicking the link below and … View more
Having a beer on the sideline while watching rugby league in Christchurch is a thing of the past after the city council banned alcohol at matches to help control "volatile and unsafe" behaviour.

Do you think it's the right move? Read the full story by clicking the link below and tell us your thoughts in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments used by Stuff/The Press).

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2050 days ago

Party as we feature famous boy bands

Claire Mitchell from Operatunity Daytime Concerts

Party as we feature famous boy bands including The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Monkees, Bee Gees, Jackson 5 and Queen!

We celebrate these icons of music who opened up a whole new world of hysterical girls, passion, fabulous catchy tunes and even some knicker throwing! Not that we expect that at… View more
Party as we feature famous boy bands including The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Monkees, Bee Gees, Jackson 5 and Queen!

We celebrate these icons of music who opened up a whole new world of hysterical girls, passion, fabulous catchy tunes and even some knicker throwing! Not that we expect that at our show, but we can promise you four great ‘easy on the eye’ guys who can sing and move and are supported by a fabulous band.

Starring Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua, Tainui Kuru, Russell Dixon and Isaac Pawson!
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2050 days ago

Thank you to everyone who entered our 2019 Neighbours Day Aotearoa Photo Contest! 📸💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We loved seeing your snaps and reading about your awesome community events across the country bringing neighbours together over games, food, music, dance, and even art.

Congratulations to Masterton Neighbourhood Support, Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust, Neighbourhood Support Wanganui, … View more
We loved seeing your snaps and reading about your awesome community events across the country bringing neighbours together over games, food, music, dance, and even art.

Congratulations to Masterton Neighbourhood Support, Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust, Neighbourhood Support Wanganui, Napier Neighbourhood Support, Neighbourhood Support Papakura District and our other winners who are being sent home with a $100 Prezzy card courtesy of our friends at Neighbourly.

Until next year...

#NDA2019

2051 days ago

How about getting creative this Easter?

Resene

Whether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!

Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old … View more
Whether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!

Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old skateboards into a coffee table, pallets into a home entertainment unit or repurposing an old baby cot into a desk for your little learners.

Unleash your creativity on your neighbourhood by sharing your creation in this year's Resene Upcycling Awards. Make sure you tell us about any Resene paints, colours and stains you've used - and don't forget your before and after photos. You could win one of four prizes worth $500!

Entries close Sunday 5 May.
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2052 days ago

Timaru Police appeal for information after aggravated robbery

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are appealing for information after an aggravated robbery in Timaru last week. Around 5pm on Thursday 11 April Timaru Police were called to an address on Kiwi Drive after the occupant was assaulted and robbed.

A 60-year-old man received cuts and bruising. He was treated in hospital and … View more
Police are appealing for information after an aggravated robbery in Timaru last week. Around 5pm on Thursday 11 April Timaru Police were called to an address on Kiwi Drive after the occupant was assaulted and robbed.

A 60-year-old man received cuts and bruising. He was treated in hospital and has since been discharged. The offenders are believed to be two females and a male.

Police are seeking information in relation to any suspicious behaviour on 11 April between 1 and 5pm on Kiwi Drive, in particular in close proximity to Westend Park. We also ask that anyone that may have CCTV footage in the area at that time to contact Police.

Information can be passed on to Sergeant Kevin McErlain on 021 191 2286. Information can also be supplied anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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