Christchurch to Queenstown: Runners push themselves to raise awareness of mental health
A couple of keen ultra runners are on a 500-kilometre journey from Christchurch to Queenstown over five days to raise awareness of mental health and raise funds for the Lifeline helpline.
Kerryn Bell, of Christchurch, and Ben Fraser, of Oamaru, along with a support crew of six who are travelling in campervans, left Christchurch on Saturday and hope to reach their destination by Thursday.
Read more about their journey here.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
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91.5% Yes
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8% No
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0.4% Other - I'll share below!
Lest we forget...
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.
Revamp an open wardrobe
Cut visual clutter and give tired shelves new life with doors and colourful Resene paint.
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