Family sell much-loved Christchurch dairy that gave food away in quakes after 20 years
They continued serving customers after the earthquakes – letting people pay what they could, when they could – but after 20 years a Christchurch family have closed their dairy for the last time.
After opening their Tennyson St dairy almost every day for the last two decades, the Solankis have now decided to sell up.
And although it has occasionally been “tough work”, they have fond memories of serving the Beckenham community. Continue reading here.
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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