Pleasant Point - Temuka, Pleasant Point

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2631 days ago

Wiki o Te Reo Maori Public

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

Tēna koutou e hoa mā! As part of our wiki o te reo Māori coverage, we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring each of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills... no pressure! Meet today's team member Jonathan Leask

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Tēna koutou e hoa mā! As part of our wiki o te reo Māori coverage, we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring each of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills... no pressure! Meet today's team member Jonathan Leask

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2631 days ago

Spreading the kiwi game through Selwyn

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

Based on a legend, made in New Zealand and incorporating a wide skill set, Ki o Rahi is a home grown tākaro (sport/game) that's spreading through rural Selwyn.

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2631 days ago

'They don't notice you': Bill English finds his supporters in the heartland

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

After opening a shiny public city building, Bill English dashed across the Canterbury Plains, put on his gumboots and found his base.

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2631 days ago

Research backs Whānau Ora benefits

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

New research from Lincoln University and Ihi Research shows every dollar invested in Whānau Ora (WO) initiatives could return $7 to the national economy, as well as societal benefits.

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2631 days ago

From a life of crime, to carving out a bright future

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

An horrific car crash which almost claimed Peter Green's life ended up actually saving his life.

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2632 days ago

Nō hea koe? Where are you from?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here is a selection of Aotearoa – New Zealand Māori place names. While it's not extensive, can you spot the name of the town closest to you?

Do you know your Kawatiri from your Kirikiriroa? Take Stuff's quick quiz on Māori place names here.

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2633 days ago

New Home Builders Info Session coming up!

The Team from Jennian Homes

Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View more
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted

Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Register now

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2633 days ago

Video mihi - Rā Rua

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

Tēnā koutou readers!
Our second mihi comes from reporter Monique Steele. How are you going at using te reo Māori this week?
Look out for Emma Dangerfield tomorrow!
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2633 days ago

Video mihi - Rā Tahi

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

Tēnā koutou e hoa mā! As part of out wiki o te reo Māori coverage we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring one of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills. No pressure ae? 😱 Our first mihi is from Matthew Salmons, enjoy.
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Tēnā koutou e hoa mā! As part of out wiki o te reo Māori coverage we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring one of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills. No pressure ae? 😱 Our first mihi is from Matthew Salmons, enjoy.
(sorry for the delay - we had some technical issues in getting the video to Neighbourly)
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2633 days ago

Detective dogs sniff out 'brown snot' bee disease

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

American Foul Brood (AFB) corrupts and destroys bee hives all over the country, but thanks to some local know-how and highly trained dogs it's easier to detect. Have you had the sniffer dogs around your hives?

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2634 days ago

Voting is now open!

Electoral Commission

Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View more
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
Find out more

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2635 days ago

Need inspiration for the school holidays?

Ara Institute of Canterbury

With an exciting range of activities on offer, the school holidays are the perfect time for students in Years 9-13 to experience Ara and have a whole lot of fun while they’re at it.

Our holiday workshops aim to educate and entertain through hands-on experiences. There are opportunities to … View more
With an exciting range of activities on offer, the school holidays are the perfect time for students in Years 9-13 to experience Ara and have a whole lot of fun while they’re at it.

Our holiday workshops aim to educate and entertain through hands-on experiences. There are opportunities to build robots and rockets, launch a mission to Antarctica and explore Japanese language and culture. All of our October holiday workshops are FREE. To secure a place, register online today!
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2636 days ago

What's In Season this Spring?

SuperValue New Zealand

Spring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, … View moreSpring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, including spring onions, silverbeet, broccoli, tamarillos and avocados. Check out our facts and tips on avocados and what else is in-season! What's in season?

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2636 days ago

Fire up the barbie; Meat Week is on!

FreshChoice New Zealand

We're celebrating Meat Week in our stores - this week only! You'll find a rack full of savings on your mince, steak, roasts, drumsticks, plus more! It's a perfect time to stock up on your meat favourites while prices are hot, and firing up the BBQ with friends and family. Find out more

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