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Thank you to everyone who has reported a damaged or downed tree as a result of the wild weather last night. We've had 200 job requests in the last 24 hours. It's the most damaging wind event we've had in the city since 2014. Head to Newsline for an update and more information.
MetService has issued a severe weather watch for strong wind across Otago and Canterbury this afternoon and evening. People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts in case parts of this watch are upgraded to a full warning or further areas are added. Keep updated here
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Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of … View moreExperience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of many wonderful contrasts. See history come to life before your very eyes as you traverse the varied landscapes, marvel at the icons and find your happy place with a collection of real Trafalgar experiences that you can’t find on any other tour.
With 116 handcrafted itineraries and 220 cities, leave the guidebooks at home and let us show you the Real Europe and Britain.
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Plus save up to 10%* when you book and pay in full before 31Jan 2019.
For more information visit your local travel agent, visit trafalgar.com or call 0800 484 333
*T&Cs apply. Refer to trafalgar.com/en-nz/destinations/europe or your travel agent for full offer details.
Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite… View moreHi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite cake flavour?
We are currently running a promo and we would like you to get on board, download our app "Blue Star Taxis" either on google play or the app store and all travel booked via the app will get 30% off the total fare.
Stuff will be awarding the prestigious Iron Chicken award to the best busker at the Bread & Circus festival this week.
The winning busker will be awarded the distinctive chicken trophy made by South Island artist Hannah Kidd.
If you see a busker you think deserves the trophy, tell us about … View moreStuff will be awarding the prestigious Iron Chicken award to the best busker at the Bread & Circus festival this week.
The winning busker will be awarded the distinctive chicken trophy made by South Island artist Hannah Kidd.
If you see a busker you think deserves the trophy, tell us about them in the comments below.
Previous winners of the Iron Chicken include performers like Sam Wills, aka Tape Face, Mulletman, The Daredevil Chicken Club and Shay Horay.
We’re asking all Christchurch residents to save water so we can end temporary chlorination sooner.
The less water we use, the faster we can upgrade our wells. It all adds up, and we really appreciate people’s efforts.
The biggest demand for household water comes from garden sprinklers and… View moreWe’re asking all Christchurch residents to save water so we can end temporary chlorination sooner.
The less water we use, the faster we can upgrade our wells. It all adds up, and we really appreciate people’s efforts.
The biggest demand for household water comes from garden sprinklers and irrigators. A better option is to use a hose with a spray gun, or a watering can. Better still, water only on alternate days between 9pm and 7am, when it's cooler.
Find more ways to save: ccc.govt.nz/water-saving-tips
Our family is looking to adopt a 4-6yo dog. Preferably a smallish lapdog type breed, non-jumpy, non-barky. Something like a small Spaniel or Cav. Let me know if you know anyone who's looking to re-home their little canine fur-kid :)
They say a dog is man's best friend and that certainly seems to be the case in New Zealand.
Dog ownership has soared over the past five years, outstripping the growth in people in all the main cities apart from Auckland.
The country is home to more than 560,500 registered dogs – enough for… View moreThey say a dog is man's best friend and that certainly seems to be the case in New Zealand.
Dog ownership has soared over the past five years, outstripping the growth in people in all the main cities apart from Auckland.
The country is home to more than 560,500 registered dogs – enough for about one in nine to be a proud owner. That's a pooch for roughly every third household.
50% off clothing this week @ Red Cross 320 Manchester st. Sale starts monday 21st 9:30am ...finishes Saturday 26th 4pm
*excludes already discounted items and fill a bag
Hi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, … View moreHi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.
To read more, click here.
Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?
Last week our volunteers carried out a leaflet drop in the Linwood area to let you know about our free service at The Loft (Eastgate mall ) every Tuesday - Did you receive a leaflet ? If you didn't, you may have had a "no junk mail " sign on your letter box . We would like to know … View moreLast week our volunteers carried out a leaflet drop in the Linwood area to let you know about our free service at The Loft (Eastgate mall ) every Tuesday - Did you receive a leaflet ? If you didn't, you may have had a "no junk mail " sign on your letter box . We would like to know whether you consider leaflets like ours (about community services) junk mail or not . Please help us by telling us what you think .
They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. … View moreThey ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility.
Find out a bit more about the wasps and how we plan to eradicate them by clicking here.
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