Tsunami threat
National
Solomon Islands earthquake - potential marine and beach tsunami threat
Friday 9 Dec - 7:31 am
There is a potential marine and beach tsunami threat for New Zealand following the 7.7m Solomon Islands earthquake at 6.38am today. MCDEM and scientific advisors are assessing the situation to determine the severity of the threat to New Zealand. People in coastal areas should stay out of the water. Stay off beaches and shore areas. Do not go sightseeing. People in coastal areas should listen to the radio and/or TV for updates. Follow instructions of local civil defence authorities.
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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42.4% Yes
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57.6% No
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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10.1% Yes! New Year, New Me
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20% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.9% Nah - not for me
🎉The Riddler wants to hear from you 🫵
🧩 Got a riddle that can stump your Neighbourly community? Share your brain teasers with us and watch your neighbours scratch their heads 😕🤔❓
Send us your tricky puzzles!
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