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2173 days ago

Toxic algae found in North Canterbury's Ashley River

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

One week since a warning was issued about toxic algae in Lake Pegasus, another North Canterbury site has the same problem.

The Canterbury District Health Board issued a health warning on Monday for the Ashley/Rakahuri River at the Rangiora-Loburn Bridge (also called the Cones Rd Bridge) after potentially toxic blue-green algae (benthic cyanobacteria) was found there.

People and animals, particularly dogs, should avoid the area until the health warning has been lifted.

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3 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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4 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 41.8% Yes
    41.8% Complete
  • 33.5% Maybe?
    33.5% Complete
  • 24.7% No
    24.7% Complete
591 votes
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9 hours ago

6 uueek old kitten uuanted

Sandi from Hurunui District

I rescued a kitten and nouu she needs a playmate. Anyone got a kitten of approx 6 uueeks of age that needs a home?