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1914 days ago

How to avoid war with the neighbours

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you fallen out with a neighbour? Rising tensions can make some situations difficult to negotiate.

Click here to find out some handy tips for sorting things out if issues arise.

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1914 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1915 days ago

Creative designs from your recycling bin!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Timaru

What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

Make the most of this weekend with this … View more
What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

Make the most of this 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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1917 days ago

What do you think? Yes or no to artificial flowers on graves?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The parents of a 26-year-old Timaru woman slain in Uganda in 1999 will consider relocating her ashes if the crematorium where she rests goes ahead with a ban on artificial flowers.

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1915 days ago

Will you be going to Soundsplash at the Caroline Bay Soundshell?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A smorgasbord of local and international acts will be winging their way to Timaru as part of the Soundsplash music festival in January.

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1915 days ago

Poll: Timaru Mayoralty

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

If the 2019 election for the Mayor of Timaru was held today, who would you vote for?

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Timaru Mayoralty
  • 42.9% Janie Annear
    42.9% Complete
  • 21.4% Nigel Bowen
    21.4% Complete
  • 35.7% Gordon Handy
    35.7% Complete
  • 0% Kari (AJ) Mohoao
    0% Complete
  • 0% Shane Wilson
    0% Complete
14 votes
1915 days ago

Should visitor numbers be restricted in our national parks?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

As visitor numbers explode in the Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, the acting chairman of the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board is calling for restrictions.

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1916 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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1916 days ago

First time in New Zealand!

Frontier Tours

Pop icons a-ha are heading to New Zealand for the first time next March, playing Christchurch’s Horncastle Arena on March 5 on their ‘Playing Hunting Hight and Low Live’ tour.

Joining a-ha to make this one poptastic event not to be missed is another superstar who dominated the ’80s, … View more
Pop icons a-ha are heading to New Zealand for the first time next March, playing Christchurch’s Horncastle Arena on March 5 on their ‘Playing Hunting Hight and Low Live’ tour.

Joining a-ha to make this one poptastic event not to be missed is another superstar who dominated the ’80s, Rick Astley – also making his debut in New Zealand

In 2007, Rick became an internet phenomenon becoming the subject of a viral meme known as Rick-rolling, with ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ garnering millions of hits on YouTube, introducing him to a whole new audience.

Don’t miss a night of a-ha’s incredible hits including ‘the unforgettable 'Take On Me' as well as hits 'The Sun Always Shines On TV', 'Train Of Thought' and the title track 'Hunting High And Low’ and an amazing catalogue by Rick Astley including hits like 'Never Gonna Give You Up', 'Whenever You Need Somebody', 'Together Forever', 'When I Fall in Love', 'She Wants To Dance With Me' and 'Cry For Help'.

Tickets to a-ha featuring special guest Rick Astley are on sale now from Ticketek.
Book online

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1917 days ago

Do you feel the small earthquake?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A small earthquake occurred near Timaru during the early hours of Tuesday morning.

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1917 days ago

Poll: Should vaping ads be banned?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected … View more
Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected clampdown on how alternatives to smoking can be advertised.

To read more, click here.

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Should vaping ads be banned?
  • 87% Yes
    87% Complete
  • 13% No
    13% Complete
2049 votes
1917 days ago

The dates for Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2020 have been announced! ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Looking forward to celebrating our wonderful communities across the country with all of you from 27 March to 5 of April.

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1918 days ago

Community tree planting day this weekend!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Timaru District Council is holding a planting day as part of a national programme to help create a living memorial to New Zealand’s service men and women.

Come along this Saturday 31 August from 2pm meeting at the Collins Street entrance of Redruth Park to help plant native trees and shrubs. … View more
Timaru District Council is holding a planting day as part of a national programme to help create a living memorial to New Zealand’s service men and women.

Come along this Saturday 31 August from 2pm meeting at the Collins Street entrance of Redruth Park to help plant native trees and shrubs. Click here for a list of things to bring!

There will be public places where whanau, communities, and visitors can reflect on the work and sacrifices of our service personnel.

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1918 days ago

New Stuff Circuit Investigation - watch now!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Check out the latest work from Stuff Circuit. A must-watch for anyone seeking a better understanding of the culture that fostered the Christchurch mosque attacks. Watch now by clicking here.

1921 days ago

A chance to have your say on speed limits in the Mackenzie Country.

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Speed limits on State Highway 8 through Tekapo and Burkes Pass are finally to be reviewed.

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