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Hi neighbours,
Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.
But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on… View moreHi neighbours,
Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.
But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on film.
Maybe it was the time you went to visit Santa and your little one didn't want a bar of it. Maybe it was a self-timed family shot that went horribly awry. Or a Christmas meal that was more a festive fail.
Whatever the not-so-merry moment, we want to see it! Share your pictures and a little bit about them with us in Stuff Nation. We look forward to seeing them! Here's the link to contribute.
The rain may have eased overnight but the MetService is warning more rain could cause further issues for South Canterbury. According to the weather forecasting agency, the Timaru region had 17.6mm of rain on Sunday, but had not received any rain since 2am Monday. Residents throughout South … View moreThe rain may have eased overnight but the MetService is warning more rain could cause further issues for South Canterbury. According to the weather forecasting agency, the Timaru region had 17.6mm of rain on Sunday, but had not received any rain since 2am Monday. Residents throughout South Canterbury are being asked by the Timaru District Council to drive with care, and expect significant amounts of surface water. Read more
There are only four of the 10 places still available in 2019 at the prestigious Central North Island Dairy Academy (CNIDA), which starts in February. All of the 2018 class have begun, or are about to begin their first advanced roles in dairy, and tutor/farmer Dave Horner says there are already … View moreThere are only four of the 10 places still available in 2019 at the prestigious Central North Island Dairy Academy (CNIDA), which starts in February. All of the 2018 class have begun, or are about to begin their first advanced roles in dairy, and tutor/farmer Dave Horner says there are already employers lining up for the next group of graduates.
It’s an intensive 37-week residential programme, based near Taupo, which combines theory, practical training and on-farm experience based around the Massey University Diploma in Agriculture (Level 5). To find out more and to enrol, visit the Taratahi website.
We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.
Delwyn Ritchie's gift of life to her sister has prompted a conversation about organ donation and a fundraising effort to help others.
A soggy and stormy end to spring could spell further erosion problems for Patiti Point on Timaru's eastern coastline.
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View moreResene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
OPINION: Johnny Moore says if the smiles from ear to ear are anything to go by then the electric scooter trial is a success. The "grumpy old men" need to stop grizzling and remember what having fun is like.
Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
… View moreEmergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
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Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.
Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View moreFriendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.
Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.
To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.
Hi neighbours,
Vaping and the use of smokeless tobacco products could be banned from bars, restaurants, schools and workplaces in New Zealand, thanks to a Government proposal. Click here to read more about it.
Got an opinion on vaping? Take part in our poll below!
The generosity of people in South Canterbury has quickly come to fore around the Family Works/Timaru Herald Christmas tree.
Family Works staff Margaret Bruce, Liz Munro and Kate Oliver were at The Herald picking up a bevy of presents just two days after it was set up as a place to drop gifts to … View moreThe generosity of people in South Canterbury has quickly come to fore around the Family Works/Timaru Herald Christmas tree.
Family Works staff Margaret Bruce, Liz Munro and Kate Oliver were at The Herald picking up a bevy of presents just two days after it was set up as a place to drop gifts to ensure "everyone gets a little something special to unwrap this Christmas".
Donations can be dropped off until December 21.
Read more about the tree and how to donate in the story link below.
Totara Valley residents have woken to power outages as South Canterbury was subject to more wild weather overnight Tuesday. Alpine Energy says power went out at 10.45pm on Tuesday and was not expected to be restored until midday on Wednesday. Read more
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