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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!

1683 days ago

Timaru sculptor still learning after 40 years and 600 works

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The third video in a fascinating three-part series by the Timaru Herald's chief photographer John Bisset that follows the many hours South Canterbury sculptor Trevor Askin spends in making a bronze sculpture.

1683 days ago

Timaru sculptor still learning after 40 years and 600 works

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The second video in a fascinating three-part series by the Timaru Herald's chief photographer John Bisset that follows the many hours South Canterbury sculptor Trevor Askin spends in making a bronze sculpture.

1683 days ago

Timaru sculptor still learning after 40 years and 600 works

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The first video in a fascinating three-part series by the Timaru Herald's chief photographer John Bisset that follows the many hours South Canterbury sculptor Trevor Askin spends in making a bronze sculpture.

1684 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter February 2020

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money mules, what they are and what to do if you unintentionally become one.

We also have handy tips on staying fit and healthy with stories on Senior Chef cooking classes and chair yoga.

Make sure to read and share it!

To subscribe, to the newsletter follow this link: bit.ly...
To view the current edition go to: bit.ly...

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1684 days ago

Timaru to have two resident District Court judges for the first time

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A second resident District Court judge in Timaru is the result of increased demand.

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1711 days ago

Christchurch is New Zealand's second city, deal with it

Anna Williams Reporter from The Press

There's an enduring belief that Wellington is our second-largest city. We must dispel that myth, reporter Charlie Mitchell says.
Do you think Christchurch should officially be named as New Zealand's second city or should Wellington retain its title?

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1684 days ago

Peter to upsize on leisure time

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The man who introduced Timaru to the goodness of the Golden Arches is retiring.

1684 days ago

Have you been plagued by obnoxious odours in Timaru?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Environment Canterbury believes one source of the bad smells plaguing Timaru has been located.

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1684 days ago

Who are the business heroes 
in your neighbourhood?

Prospa

Small businesses are the 'glue' in our communities – they keep us all together. When they thrive we all thrive.

Do you know a local business that needs recognition? Nominate them for Prospa Local Business Hero – and you could both win some great prizes.

Every nomination … View more
Small businesses are the 'glue' in our communities – they keep us all together. When they thrive we all thrive.

Do you know a local business that needs recognition? Nominate them for Prospa Local Business Hero – and you could both win some great prizes.

Every nomination receives a free 3-month premium listing on Neighbourly. The 11 Regional finalists get a $100 Prezzy® card for the business (and one for the nominator too). The National winner receives $2,500 Prezzy® card from Prospa, a $5,000 Stuff advertising package and a $2,500 Neighbourly package.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
Nominate now

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1685 days ago

Huntsbury suburb celebrates its centenary

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

This weekend will see celebrations as one of our hill suburbs turns 100. Will you be going? Do you have memories of Huntsbury's from past decades?

1688 days ago

Natural Knee Pain Relief - works within minutes!

Koru Nutrition

Hi neighbours,

Are your knees giving you a hard time?

See how Peter Williams found help from using a NZ made relief cream.

After retiring from our TV screens after 40 years, veteran broadcaster Peter Williams, still gets up at 5am each weekday morning to prepare for his morning radio show.… View more
Hi neighbours,

Are your knees giving you a hard time?

See how Peter Williams found help from using a NZ made relief cream.

After retiring from our TV screens after 40 years, veteran broadcaster Peter Williams, still gets up at 5am each weekday morning to prepare for his morning radio show.

Peter Williams explained, “Look, I’m 65. When I get up the body’s often a bit on the stiff side. “

Peter Williams claims, “Within 10 minutes, the pain was gone. I felt so much better. My body was nice and relaxed, and I was ready to go off and do my day’s work.”

“I’ve been using Relief Fx by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural and best of all it works .
Find out more

1691 days ago

Hunger for Colour - swap and save!

Resene

Brighten the day of someone in need and bring a little colour into your life...

By donating a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.

Resene will gift… View more
Brighten the day of someone in need and bring a little colour into your life...

By donating a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.

Resene will gift all food donations to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

Start gathering up those cans so you can swap and save at your local Resene owned ColorShop.
Learn more

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1693 days ago

Love Where You Live - February 1st to 29th 🥰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View more
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more enjoyable for everyone.

Don’t forget to share the love! Let us know how you’re improving your neighbourhood this month by email or tag us online and include the following hashtag:

#NSNZlovewhereyoulive

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1696 days ago

South Canterbury could stay dry for at least the next three weeks

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Water restrictions have arrived at the same time as a warning that temperatures are set to scorch past 30 degrees Celsius over the weekend.

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1696 days ago

Why do they flee Gloriavale?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Dozens of Gloriavale escapees have made South Canterbury their home. Why?

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