Posts by Canterbury Police
129 days ago

Assault on Joy Street

The Team from Canterbury Police

Police are making enquiries following an assault on Joy Street this afternoon.

At around 3:25pm, Police received a report of the assault, where one person received serious injuries. They have been transported to hospital.
The alleged offenders fled the scene and Police are making enquiries, including utilising a commercial helicopter.

Canterbury Metro Area Commander Superintendent Lane Todd says Police are following positive lines of enquiry in relation to the assault.
"In the course of our enquiries, we have arrested six youths for unrelated matters, and they have been charged with unlawfully taking motor vehicles and burglary"
They are due to appear in Youth Court at a later date.
"This behaviour is unacceptable and will not be tolerated, anyone who chooses to engage in this behaviour can expect to be held to account."

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More messages from your neighbours
26 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

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!

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4 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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.

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1 day ago

Poll: Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Are you starting to feel a lift in business confidence across the Canterbury region?
  • 37.5% Yes
    37.5% Complete
  • 62.5% No
    62.5% Complete
40 votes