Back to Basics Waimakariri !
Win yourself a compost bin or an apple tree!How: Come to our 'Back to Basics Event' a natural savvy living expo hosted by Timebank Waimakariri and EcoEducate.When: 17th April,10-3, Rangiora Baptist Church. On site plant swap, preserving, hot compost, tool sharpening, car maintenance checks, how to sing, knitting, poi making, recipes, eco friendly tips, ride an e-bike, kids quiz and colouring .....Thank you to Refillin' Good, Ashley River Care, Back to the Wild, Charity Jam, Lions, Satisfy Food Rescue, Melo Yelo Electric Bikes and Kaiapoi Food Forest who will be joining us too!Free admission. Donations welcome to Hope Trust foodbank.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
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.
Poll: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
The Press reports that Canterbury is right in the middle of a construction boom, with activity forecast to peak around 2027 and major investment flowing into transport, water and energy infrastructure.
We want to know: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
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37.5% Yes
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62.5% No
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