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2206 days ago

Cleaning the town, one tag at a time

Rachael Comer Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Timaru women Trish Andrews and Bev McFarlane are scrubbing out graffiti - one tag at a time.

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2206 days ago

What will you be doing on Thursday?

Rachael Comer Reporter from The Timaru Herald

With the second teachers' strike on Thursday, parents and community centres have been getting ready to help out.

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2206 days ago

Hei āwhina i te hunga tamariki ki te ako mō te hua o te aroha

The Team from Ministry of Education

Today is World Kindness Day 2018.
Piri mai ki a Oti te Nanekoti i a ia e tūtakitaki haere nei ki ōna hoa i tēnei haerenga nui whakaharahara ōna. Pānuihia te kōrero paki mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... He mea … View more
Today is World Kindness Day 2018.
Piri mai ki a Oti te Nanekoti i a ia e tūtakitaki haere nei ki ōna hoa i tēnei haerenga nui whakaharahara ōna. Pānuihia te kōrero paki mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... He mea kinaki nā Te Tira Puoro o Aotearoa. Hei āwhina i te hunga tamariki ki te ako mō te hua o te aroha.

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2206 days ago

Today is World Kindness Day 2018

The Team from Ministry of Education

Join Oat the Goat as he embarks on the adventure of his life and meets some surprising new friends along the way. With music performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy Oat the Goat, in English and te reo Māori www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... Helping children learn … View moreJoin Oat the Goat as he embarks on the adventure of his life and meets some surprising new friends along the way. With music performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Enjoy Oat the Goat, in English and te reo Māori www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz... Helping children learn the power of kindness!

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2210 days ago

Spring storm batters South Island

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Heavy rain and snow will continue battering parts of the South Island into Friday afternoon, as a spring storm makes its way up the country.

Several highways remain closed, including the major link between the east and west coasts due to a road wash-out.

How's the weather at your place?

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2231 days ago

Christchurch stadium investment not on district councils' agendas

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch's neighbouring councils don't plan to help pay for a stadium in the city.

Selwyn mayor Sam Broughton told the Christchurch City Council in May that he supported the idea of rural Canterbury ratepayers contributing, but said this week that financial support from district … View more
Christchurch's neighbouring councils don't plan to help pay for a stadium in the city.

Selwyn mayor Sam Broughton told the Christchurch City Council in May that he supported the idea of rural Canterbury ratepayers contributing, but said this week that financial support from district councils was no longer necessary.

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2207 days ago

Olwen Norton Altrusa Scholarship

Jenny from Timaru

This Scholarship is now open for applications from South Canterbury residents who are undertaking study to return to the workplace or retraining for a new career or who because of earlier circumstances are beginning study now. Closing date is November 23 2018. See poster for details of how to … View moreThis Scholarship is now open for applications from South Canterbury residents who are undertaking study to return to the workplace or retraining for a new career or who because of earlier circumstances are beginning study now. Closing date is November 23 2018. See poster for details of how to receive an application pack.

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2207 days ago

And they're off... 🚗💨

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Cissy and Sam, have recently hit the road in the lead up to the 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As they drive across the country they’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand - like our members!

Whether… View more
Cissy and Sam, have recently hit the road in the lead up to the 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As they drive across the country they’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand - like our members!

Whether you're planning a Neighbours Day Event or just want to come along and share ideas, these workshops are a great way to further connect with your local community and see how you can come together to support each other.

Join in on the fun by seeing if the road trip is coming to your corner of the country at the link below.

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2207 days ago

Canterbury Police need your help with investigation

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Inquiries are ongoing after a pedestrian was killed on SH1 south of Dunsandel on Saturday night. The crash happened at around 11.30pm on the highway between Sharlands Road and Sheats Road.

Were you in the area at the time? Did you notice the 40-year-old woman walking on the highway? Police … View more
Inquiries are ongoing after a pedestrian was killed on SH1 south of Dunsandel on Saturday night. The crash happened at around 11.30pm on the highway between Sharlands Road and Sheats Road.

Were you in the area at the time? Did you notice the 40-year-old woman walking on the highway? Police would like to hear from you. Read more

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2207 days ago

10 little ways to celebrate Neighbours Day!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

In celebration of our 10 year anniversary, we're holding Neighbours Day Aotearoa over 10 days (March 22-31, 2019), AND we've also come up with 10 Little Ways for individuals to celebrate, and 10 Big Ways for groups to celebrate! We think there's something to inspire just about … View moreIn celebration of our 10 year anniversary, we're holding Neighbours Day Aotearoa over 10 days (March 22-31, 2019), AND we've also come up with 10 Little Ways for individuals to celebrate, and 10 Big Ways for groups to celebrate! We think there's something to inspire just about everyone to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa next year - so check out how you can join in, share it with your friends, and don't forget to register your events!

Let us know how you’re celebrating Neighbours Day Aotearoa in 2019 and you could be in to win. Registering an event, no matter how small, puts you in the draw to win a $100 prezzy card or limited edition Neighbours Day Aotearoa t-shirt, plus it helps us know how many neighbours are connecting.

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2208 days ago

Love Christmas? You'll love this.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you treat your pets at Christmas? Do you have a neighbour to keep an eye on your property while you're away? What do you find stressful at this time of the year? Take part in the Great New Zealand Christmas Survey!

It will only take a couple of minutes to complete - and you'll be … View more
Do you treat your pets at Christmas? Do you have a neighbour to keep an eye on your property while you're away? What do you find stressful at this time of the year? Take part in the Great New Zealand Christmas Survey!

It will only take a couple of minutes to complete - and you'll be in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards!
Take part now

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2209 days ago

Curious to peek inside stunning Christchurch homes?

House and Garden House Tours

We’re giving away a double pass to the 2019 Christchurch NZ House & Garden House Tour! Step inside the pages of your favourite magazine and experience some of the country’s most outstanding homes and gardens – all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. Gather your friends or your … View moreWe’re giving away a double pass to the 2019 Christchurch NZ House & Garden House Tour! Step inside the pages of your favourite magazine and experience some of the country’s most outstanding homes and gardens – all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. Gather your friends or your neighbours for a day of fun and discovery on this self-drive tour.

Simply like or thank this post to be in to win a double pass to the Christchurch Tour on Friday 22 February. You can find out more about all the House Tours on our website.
Find out more!

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2210 days ago

Most South Canterbury primary schools to close on November 15

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Almost all South Canterbury primary schools will close on November 15 in support of their teachers taking part in a nationwide strike.

Those teachers will take part in a public protest on State Highway 1 on the same day, New Zealand Educational Institute Te Riu Roa (NZEI) national executive … View more
Almost all South Canterbury primary schools will close on November 15 in support of their teachers taking part in a nationwide strike.

Those teachers will take part in a public protest on State Highway 1 on the same day, New Zealand Educational Institute Te Riu Roa (NZEI) national executive representative, and Pleasant Point-based teacher, Barbara Curran said.

At this stage Timaru Christian School and Waihi School will stay open on the day while Winchester Rural School, Beaconsfield School, Barton Rural School and Grantlea Downs have yet to confirm whether they will be open or closed.

This is the second strike for the year, and most of the same issues from the first strike are the focus for this one, Curran said.

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2210 days ago

Are you planning on long road trips this summer?

Rachael Comer Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Sarah Drummond and Chanelle O'Sullivan have come up with a solution to back seat boredom on long road trips and they've self-funded it to help other parents through the often gruelling experience of travelling with children. We have a copy of the book to give away. To go in the draw … View moreSarah Drummond and Chanelle O'Sullivan have come up with a solution to back seat boredom on long road trips and they've self-funded it to help other parents through the often gruelling experience of travelling with children. We have a copy of the book to give away. To go in the draw comment below with a fun fact about your favourite place to visit in the South Island.

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2210 days ago

Get into this psychedelic project this weekend!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Timaru

That old white fan looking the same as last summer? Turn it into something fun to brighten up your home with a few Resene testpots. 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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