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2227 days ago

Poll: What are you handing out for Halloween this year?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Halloween is always associated with truckloads of candy! But this year it seems like things are changing and healthy snacks might be on the menu. Is this the case for you?

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What are you handing out for Halloween this year?
  • 25.1% Candy
    25.1% Complete
  • 3.2% Healthy snacks
    3.2% Complete
  • 71.1% Nothing
    71.1% Complete
  • 0.7% Homemade sweet treats
    0.7% Complete
1351 votes
2227 days ago

Timaru could become national leader in public transport

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Timaru could become the first place in the country to trial a new, demand responsive, public transport service.

Environment Canterbury confirmed on Thursday it had contracted ride-sharing app provider Via to undertake a feasibility study into the development of a new service for Timaru which … View more
Timaru could become the first place in the country to trial a new, demand responsive, public transport service.

Environment Canterbury confirmed on Thursday it had contracted ride-sharing app provider Via to undertake a feasibility study into the development of a new service for Timaru which incorporates a bus service with an "on demand" approach - similar to rideshare app Uber. Read more.

If successful, the service will become the first of its kind in New Zealand. What do you think of it? Would you use it?

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2229 days ago

Poll: Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.

As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.

Have you got an opinion on the topic? Share your thoughts in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?
  • 45.2% Yes
    45.2% Complete
  • 54.8% No
    54.8% Complete
283 votes
2227 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Timaru

Are your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this … View moreAre your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! 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.

2228 days ago

Looking for something to do this weekend?

Rachael Comer Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Check out what's happening around South Canterbury.

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2228 days ago

$3500 bill for every household in small-town New Zealand to fix ageing wastewater plants

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Some Kiwi households could be hit with a bill of more than $3500 every year to help pay for billions of dollars of upgrades needed to fix New Zealand's wastewater systems.

Councils may have to find up to $2.1 billion to fund vital improvements to the ageing network so treatment plants meet … View more
Some Kiwi households could be hit with a bill of more than $3500 every year to help pay for billions of dollars of upgrades needed to fix New Zealand's wastewater systems.

Councils may have to find up to $2.1 billion to fund vital improvements to the ageing network so treatment plants meet environmental standards, a report found.

Read more by clicking the link below and let us know what you think in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

2229 days ago

Save Barn’s summer showdown - Coming soon!

Save Barn

It’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Christchurch for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 3rd November!

Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.

Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee

Be one of … View more
It’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Christchurch for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 3rd November!

Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.

Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee

Be one of the first 20 customers to make a purchase in store and get a FREE gift and from 12 noon we’ll be giving away spot prizes every hour!

It’s all going down at 1 Lancaster Street, Waltham, on Saturday 3rd November – We’ll see you there!
Find out more!

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2229 days ago

Build a solid future – start a trades course in February

Ara Institute

If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.

Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a… View more
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.

Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Pathway foundation course in building and construction, and the Timaru campus has programmes in painting and decorating and engineering trades.

These programmes are enrolling now so see the website or call 0800 24 24 76 for more details and apply today to start in February

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2229 days ago

Poll: Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.
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Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.

(Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print)

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Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?
  • 28.5% 20 - 30 years old
    28.5% Complete
  • 24.3% 30 - 40 years old
    24.3% Complete
  • 23.5% 40 - 60 year old
    23.5% Complete
  • 12.5% 60+
    12.5% Complete
  • 11.2% 0 - 20 years old
    11.2% Complete
456 votes
2229 days ago

Are you keen to be green and black?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The South Canterbury Rugby Union is going to give away T-shirts to the first 500 people through the Church St gates of Alpine Energy Stadium for this Saturday's Heartland rugby final between South Canterbury and Thames Valley for the Meads Cup.

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2229 days ago

Could a renovated former vicarage in Geraldine be your romantic weekend getaway?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Premium boutique apartments in category two listed heritage building part of big redevelopment plans unveiled by Geraldine-based company.

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2230 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with the Resene October Sale!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene… View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene cleaning range! Available at your local Resene ColorShop until 31 October 2018.

* Discount off the normal retail price. Excludes WallPrint, trade products and PaintWise levy. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Find out more

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2230 days ago

Has the Timaru Yacht and Power Boat Club done the right thing in closing the popular Caroline Bay jetty?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

"We don't want to take it away from the public, but repairs to it will cost a quarter of a million dollars, or more,'' says club commodore Hayden Brown.

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2230 days ago

Public safety behind barrier at popular Caroline Bay swimming spot

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A barrier on a well-used jetty in Caroline Bay has irritated some but the decision is based on public safety. The jetty, officially owned by the Timaru Yacht and Power Boat Club, has long been a prime spot for swimmers, fishermen, and community organisations.

After several heavy storms in the … View more
A barrier on a well-used jetty in Caroline Bay has irritated some but the decision is based on public safety. The jetty, officially owned by the Timaru Yacht and Power Boat Club, has long been a prime spot for swimmers, fishermen, and community organisations.

After several heavy storms in the past 18 months, and increasing level of maintenance required to keep it up to a safe standard, the club decided to block access in mid-September while they look for a solution that works for all.

Read more here

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2231 days ago

Did you take in the Waimate street racing?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The South Canterbury township was packed with people for street racing the way it used to be for the annual Waimate 50 Motorsport Festival.

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