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2053 days ago

Going on a road trip this Easter?

Anna Holley from Beaurepaires Timaru

We have put together an Easter Care Package so you can be road trip ready this long weekend. This package is only available through our online store so make sure you get one before this special ends on the 27th of April! It’s just $99 for cars and $115 for SUV/4x4.

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2055 days ago

400 little Kiwis need your help.

The Team from KidsCan Charitable Trust

Hi Neighbours

Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.

KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood … View more
Hi Neighbours

Our littlest people need your help. Poverty doesn’t start at 5, but until now there’s been no nationwide programme to help preschoolers who are hungry and cold.

KidsCan is changing that. They’re delivering raincoats, shoes and five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood centres. Attendance is up, and the children are happier and more settled.

"Everyone has the same meal so children don't feel like they have less," Manaia View Kindergarten teacher Kathy Belz says. "It's upholding everyone's mana.”

40 more centres are waiting for help. KidsCan, Stuff and Neighbourly have partnered up to raise enough money to support 1000 more children - and we need 400 more generous Kiwis to hold little hands. To support a child, sign up at KidsCan.org.nz
Support a little Kiwi now

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2056 days ago

Did you know we sell Shell Helix Engine Oils?

Anna Holley from Beaurepaires Timaru

Did you know that you can buy Shell Helix motor oils in store and online at Beaurepaires? Either pop in or browse the range through our webstore and get it delivered to your door.

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2056 days ago

Create magic with paper and a potato!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Timaru

Plants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained … View morePlants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained plant pots you may have in your home. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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2056 days ago

Get Your FREE 4 Point Safety Check

Anna Holley from Beaurepaires Timaru

Before heading out on the roads this weekend, make sure you stop in at your local Beaurepaires and get a FREE 4 Point Safety Check. Life can be busy sometimes, but you’ll never regret taking a few minutes out of your day to ensure your family’s safety. It only takes 15 minutes to complete and … View moreBefore heading out on the roads this weekend, make sure you stop in at your local Beaurepaires and get a FREE 4 Point Safety Check. Life can be busy sometimes, but you’ll never regret taking a few minutes out of your day to ensure your family’s safety. It only takes 15 minutes to complete and no appointment is necessary, however, you can book in online!

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2057 days ago

Have your say on EQC

Public Inquiry into the Earthquake Commission

The Public Inquiry into the Earthquake Commission is seeking submissions on any changes you think are needed to improve EQC’s policies, operations and service.

We would like to hear about your experiences with EQC, and your views about how to improve its readiness for future natural disasters.… View more
The Public Inquiry into the Earthquake Commission is seeking submissions on any changes you think are needed to improve EQC’s policies, operations and service.

We would like to hear about your experiences with EQC, and your views about how to improve its readiness for future natural disasters.

We will be accepting written submissions until 19 May 2019.
You can make a submission and find out more online at eqcinquiry.govt.nz

For any queries or assistance contact the Inquiry team on info@eqcinquiry.govt.nz or 0508 INQ EQC (0508 467 372).
Have Your Say

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2058 days ago

KATHMANDU Full length COAT & HOOD: - NEW

Lorraine from Timaru

• KATHMANDU coat with adjustable HOOD, Women’s, Size 18, full length ––  brand new condition. -
Water repellent and windproof, lightweight breathable fabric. Outside 100% recycled polyester, Lining 100% nylon, Duckdown and feather, minimum 85% duckdown. Two front zipped pockets with soft… View more
• KATHMANDU coat with adjustable HOOD, Women’s, Size 18, full length ––  brand new condition. -
Water repellent and windproof, lightweight breathable fabric. Outside 100% recycled polyester, Lining 100% nylon, Duckdown and feather, minimum 85% duckdown. Two front zipped pockets with soft brushed lining. Internal chest pocket. Internal stretch cuffs to seal around wrists.

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2058 days ago

How to Grow Flowers: our 75th anniversary special

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Yippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice… View moreYippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice from our archive, complete with vintage wisdom from long-time subscribers, garden clubs and knowledgeable experts. You have until April 14 to get the pre-sale price of $11.90 (25% off retail price). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.

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2059 days ago

Free help with your decorating dilemmas

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Thanks to everyone who joined us or submitted questions for our live chat with Resene colour experts Christine Hawkings and Merenia Patira.

If you missed it, you can still check out their answers and get some fresh decorating ideas, here.

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2059 days ago

Discover your rights with the CAB!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Do you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!

Helping … View more
Do you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!

Helping people to know what their rights and responsibilities are and how they can act on these is core to what the Citizens Advice Bureau is about. We help people from all walks of life to access the information they need so they are empowered to take next steps and to resolve their problems.

A highlight of this year’s Awareness Week is the launch of the CAB’s new public website - www.cab.org.nz.... After a year of development and user testing, the resulting website provides an accessible, mobile-friendly, knowledgebase of 2,000 questions and answers about people’s rights that are based on real issues confronted by clients.

The information about rights is grounded in the law but is practical and is expressed in a way that’s easy to understand.

The website also provides a directory of more than 30,000 community organisations so that the CAB can help connect people with any additional services they need.

We’re keen to break down any barriers people face in finding out what their rights are. Our new website is a fantastic resource for the whole community, and complements the amazing face-to-face and phone service provided by our skilled and dedicated volunteers.

We invite you to Discover Your Rights with us this Awareness Week by checking out our new website www.cab.org.nz..., calling us 0800 367 222, or by visiting your local CAB. We’re here to help.

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2059 days ago

Flower wall marking Christchurch mosque shooting victims keeps growing

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Fresh flowers are still being laid in memory of the victims of the Christchurch mosques terror attacks, more than three weeks on from the atrocity.

The thousands of bouquets that garland trees and the pavement outside the Masjid Al Noor, adorn fences near the Linwood mosque and form a carpet of … View more
Fresh flowers are still being laid in memory of the victims of the Christchurch mosques terror attacks, more than three weeks on from the atrocity.

The thousands of bouquets that garland trees and the pavement outside the Masjid Al Noor, adorn fences near the Linwood mosque and form a carpet of sorrow next to the Botanic Gardens remain a symbol of the city's grief, unity and will to remain unbowed by the tragedy.

2060 days ago

Warning for Canterbury retailers about spate of fake banknotes

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Reserve Bank is warning Canterbury retailers to look out for fake banknotes after 50 counterfeits showed up in just two weeks.

Reserve Bank head of banking Steve Gordon said the 50 fake notes accepted by businesses in a fortnight was much higher than the usual two or three counterfeits a … View more
The Reserve Bank is warning Canterbury retailers to look out for fake banknotes after 50 counterfeits showed up in just two weeks.

Reserve Bank head of banking Steve Gordon said the 50 fake notes accepted by businesses in a fortnight was much higher than the usual two or three counterfeits a month.

"People need to check notes they receive over the counter using the look, feel, tilt technique," he said. Find out more here.

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2061 days ago

Daylight savings ends this weekend

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

Make sure you don't get caught out.

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2062 days ago

EV Roadshow to visit Geraldine (Saturday 13 April)

Martin from Timaru

April 13, 2019 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Pop down to the Village Green on Saturday 13th April to check the EV vehicles making their way from Bluff to Cape Reinga on their annual pilgrimage to promote sustainability, particularly in transport. The BetterNZ Trust use funding from EECA and other supporters… View more
April 13, 2019 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Pop down to the Village Green on Saturday 13th April to check the EV vehicles making their way from Bluff to Cape Reinga on their annual pilgrimage to promote sustainability, particularly in transport. The BetterNZ Trust use funding from EECA and other supporters to provide opportunities for visitors to our short displays to try out an Electric Vehicle as well as have their questions answered.

After over-nighting in Fairlie, the roadshow will be in Geraldine from 10:30am until noon with cars on display as well as rides and information.

Timaru District Councillor Kerry Stevens (an EV owner) will attend face off against self-proclaimed petrol head, Wayne O’Donnell, Chair of the Geraldine Community Board to see if Wayne can be converted to electric power.

Come along and join in the fun while finding out more about EV transportation.

Location: The Village Inn 41 Talbot St Geraldine South Canterbury

geraldine.nz...

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2063 days ago

Poll: Should the Crusaders rebrand in the wake of Christchurch's deadly terror attack?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch-based Super Rugby franchise confirmed on Wednesday the name and imagery from next season was being reviewed, with New Zealand Rugby boss Steve Tew saying the link to knights on horseback was "no longer tenable".

Crusaders chief executive Colin Mansbridge said seeking the… View more
The Christchurch-based Super Rugby franchise confirmed on Wednesday the name and imagery from next season was being reviewed, with New Zealand Rugby boss Steve Tew saying the link to knights on horseback was "no longer tenable".

Crusaders chief executive Colin Mansbridge said seeking the views of those directly affected by the shootings at two mosques on March 15 was not fair while the tragedy was still raw. Fifty worshippers were killed and dozens more injured when a gunman opened fire during afternoon prayers.

Do you think the team's name should be changed? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts in the comments below (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should the Crusaders rebrand in the wake of Christchurch's deadly terror attack?
  • 13.3% Yes, it's not an appropriate name
    13.3% Complete
  • 83.1% No, it's not offensive
    83.1% Complete
  • 3.6% I'm not sure
    3.6% Complete
1237 votes
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