Meet our Paralympic athletes today at Jellie Park!
Following on from their success at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games athletes Sophie Pascoe, Scott Martlew and William Stedman, along with Chef de Mission Ben Lucas, will be welcomed home at a special event at midday today at Jellie Park Fitness Studio, 295 Ilam Road. Mayor Lianne Dalziel, Minister of Disability Issues Nicky Wagner and the Honourable Ruth Dyson, representing the leader of the Opposition will welcome the Paralympians. Come down and meet our local heroes!
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
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19.9% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.6% Nah - not for me
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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43.1% Yes
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56.9% No
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