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We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View moreResene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!
Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
I recently heard of someone (North Island) who needed 'letters of administration' for someone's estate after the person died suddenly. He didn't leave much, just Kiwisaver, but over the $15,000 threshold where a grant of administration is necessary. His family asked three … View moreI recently heard of someone (North Island) who needed 'letters of administration' for someone's estate after the person died suddenly. He didn't leave much, just Kiwisaver, but over the $15,000 threshold where a grant of administration is necessary. His family asked three different lawyers what it would cost. They were told a 'minimum' of $3000. One said there would also be '$500 disbursements'.
That is obscene.
'Disbursements' would be $200 for High Court fee. Plus maybe $100 for a will enquiry (if placed in the most expensive part of New Zealand, otherwise $57.50). Plus $35.70 for a paternity search. Anything else was legal fees or office expenses.
In most cases, Kiwlaw will do the work for $400 plus disbursements. Add $100 for necessary advice to a spouse if they are the applicant. You can do your own will enquiry and paternity search, or use Kiwilaw's automated online 'bot' to do it, or pay a bit more for Kiwilaw to do it. We will send you the documents with full instructions for signing and sending to the High Court. It's not that hard. Don't let bereavement become a rip off.
www.kiwilaw.co.nz...
OPINION: Johnny Moore says if the smiles from ear to ear are anything to go by then the electric scooter trial is a success. The "grumpy old men" need to stop grizzling and remember what having fun is like.
Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
… View moreEmergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.
The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The quality of Amberley's drinking water will be improved when the district council sets up an extra water supply for the North Canterbury town.
The Hurunui District Council successfully secured consent to be able to take an additional 15 litres per second for Amberley's drinking water … View moreThe quality of Amberley's drinking water will be improved when the district council sets up an extra water supply for the North Canterbury town.
The Hurunui District Council successfully secured consent to be able to take an additional 15 litres per second for Amberley's drinking water supply from a bore site on Racecourse Rd.
The water, which will remain chlorinated, will only come as far as Amberley though, meaning Leithfield will continue receiving water predominantly from the Leithfield Beach bore.
Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.
Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View moreFriendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.
Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.
To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.
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Vaping and the use of smokeless tobacco products could be banned from bars, restaurants, schools and workplaces in New Zealand, thanks to a Government proposal. Click here to read more about it.
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Welcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out… View moreWelcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this handy project yourself
The New Zealand Rose Society has been holding national shows for more than 50 years, but this year marks the first time it will be held in this region.
Show conveners Michael and Marion Brown, from Loburn, said this year's show, with the theme of Rose Magic, will be held at the Woodend … View moreThe New Zealand Rose Society has been holding national shows for more than 50 years, but this year marks the first time it will be held in this region.
Show conveners Michael and Marion Brown, from Loburn, said this year's show, with the theme of Rose Magic, will be held at the Woodend Community Centre on November 23 to 25.
"There will be something for everyone; it will be an event that smells lovely and looks lovely," the organisers say.
Hi I have a new face book page and I would like someone to help me put a cover photo at the top. I know how to actually get it there but the photo I want there is just to big and I carnt make it smaller with loosing clarity. Can someone do this for me please? I would be most greatful I have … View moreHi I have a new face book page and I would like someone to help me put a cover photo at the top. I know how to actually get it there but the photo I want there is just to big and I carnt make it smaller with loosing clarity. Can someone do this for me please? I would be most greatful I have attached the photo. its probably been made smaller here to but I can send to you via email if you think you can help me.
Thank you Rae
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Local GPs have teamed up with St John to improve after-hours care in rural North Canterbury.
The new trial is in response to community feedback about ways to improve health services for the Hurunui community.
Patients can now access after-hours care, either emergency or otherwise, through St John… View moreLocal GPs have teamed up with St John to improve after-hours care in rural North Canterbury.
The new trial is in response to community feedback about ways to improve health services for the Hurunui community.
Patients can now access after-hours care, either emergency or otherwise, through St John or an on-call doctor or nurse.
We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.
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