Are you attending Cup Day 2019?
The New Zealand Trotting Cup – contested at Addington Raceway on Tuesday – is the most prestigious and richest harness racing event in the country. More than 20,000 punters will swarm the race course, with some lucky to spot a single horse, for a day synonymous with fashion, betting and booze.
Are you there? Use the hashtag #nzcup19 on Twitter or Instgram or send in photos to reporters@press.co.nz to show off your Cup Day outfits.
You can also follow all the action live online 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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