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Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1615 days ago

Another business success in tough times

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A South Canterbury flour mill has landed new contracts with two national supermarket chains as demand for its product has significantly increased during lockdown.

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1616 days ago

Virtual rides help Timaru triathlete train for world champs

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Reon Park's training involves 400 to 500 kilometres a week and the lockdown sees him completing a large portion indoors.

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1616 days ago

Good news for community organisations

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The Community Trust Mid and South Canterbury has confirmed $142,360 in grants to a number of organisations.

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1616 days ago

Business owner feels fortunate to be operating in an uncertain time

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A South Canterbury manufacturer is meeting a changing demand during lockdown.

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1616 days ago

Pleasing to know there was no increased risk

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Timaru Countdown shoppers were 'not at increased risk' of catching virus after a man with Covid-19 went shopping there, according to medical expert.

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1616 days ago

Grab yourself a cuppa...

Toastmasters

Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an … View more
Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an educational programme that promotes these competencies, and also teaches effective listening, thinking on your feet, leadership skills, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.

Amid lockdown, many of New Zealand’s Toastmasters clubs have transitioned to holding their regular meetings online to allow the continuation of personal and professional development while providing social interaction.

To find a meeting near you, visit http://www.toastmasters.org.nz/find_your_voice
Learn more

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1619 days ago

Have you tried Timaru's new bus service?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Timaru's public transport system is likely to resume as an on demand service when the Covid-19 lockdown is over, Environment Canterbury says.

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1619 days ago

How are your pets handling lockdown? Share your photos below!

Neighbourly.co.nz

This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping … View more
This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping you work from home, on a local neighbourhood walk getting some exercise, or any cute, fun, and funny photos!

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1619 days ago

A locked down honeymoon in South Canterbury

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Couple locked down in Timaru after a year living an ocean apart.

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1619 days ago

Rangitata electorate boundaries unchanges

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

If there is a General Election in 2020, Rangitata's electorate boundaries will remain as proposed.

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1622 days ago

SuperSeniors COVID-19 special edition Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket essentials.

It also includes details on COVID-19 related scams and what to look out for to stay safe.

Read the newsletter here: bit.ly...

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1619 days ago

Don’t flush wipes, keep workers safe.

Ministry For The Environment

You might be using more wet wipes to keep your home clean, but it’s very important not to flush them afterwards.

They block up the pipes, which then need fixing immediately. When workers have to leave home to fix blocked pipes, they’re at risk of COVID-19. That puts everyone else in their … View more
You might be using more wet wipes to keep your home clean, but it’s very important not to flush them afterwards.

They block up the pipes, which then need fixing immediately. When workers have to leave home to fix blocked pipes, they’re at risk of COVID-19. That puts everyone else in their bubble at risk as well.

Do your bit for workers and their whānau, and put your wet wipes in the bin.
Find out more

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1621 days ago

Tune In To Your Neighbourhood

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi there Neighbours!

With numerous gigs, concerts and festivals postponed or cancelled as a result of the level 4 response, we want you to dance the lockdown away with the new Neighbourly Spotify Playlist! Make your suggestions in the comments below - recommend anything you like on there, as … View more
Hi there Neighbours!

With numerous gigs, concerts and festivals postponed or cancelled as a result of the level 4 response, we want you to dance the lockdown away with the new Neighbourly Spotify Playlist! Make your suggestions in the comments below - recommend anything you like on there, as well as tunes you think your Neighbours will enjoy. Chuck in some taste-breakers, one-hit wonders or some good old Kiwi classics - it really doesn’t matter. So if you’re running out of ideas on things to do, why not a dance party?

Just remember: keep it PG, refrain from putting any songs in the mix that may cause offence to your Neighbours. You can find the playlist here.

Happy raving NZ!
Reach out

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1621 days ago

What special jobs are you doing during lockdown?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

South Canterbury man Sam Pierce has found time during lockdown to get stuck into restoring his 1967 VW Beetle convertible.

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1621 days ago

A honey of a donation

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A Timaru exporter has donated more than 10 tonnes of mānuka honey to charities across New Zealand.

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