Mesopotamia, Mount Peel

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2610 days ago

Have you copped a ticket for speeding into Temuka?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

In just four months a new speed camera in Temuka has hauled in $553,410 in fines.

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2611 days ago
2612 days ago

Breaking news: Earthquake rattles central New Zealand

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.

It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.

More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as … View more
Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.

It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.

More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as the South Island.

We will keep you up to date with the latest. For updates and more info, click here.

So far:
- Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
- Make sure you check on your neighbours - even though there may have not been any damage near you, your neighbours may still need your help.
- If you need to alert your neighbours urgently, then don't hesitate to send out an Urgent Alert to your community. You can find this function when you go to post a message on Neighbourly.
- Metlink Wellington said rail services would continue to run with some delays following the recent earthquake.
- Fire and Emergency NZ had no reports of injuries nor damage across the South Island.
- GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand

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2612 days ago

Stig's light paws pull in socks, slippers and pet toys

Rachael Comer Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Norwegian Forest cats are supposed to be sweet-natured, but 13-month-old Stig went against type when he started stealing from his neighbours.

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2613 days ago

Live Stronger for Longer!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to … View moreMaintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission. Find out more

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2614 days ago

Are you hurting as much as the South Canterbury rugby coach after his side's Meads Cup final loss to Thames Valley?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A gutted Barry Matthews talks about his side's 17-12 loss in the final of the Heartland Championship.

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2614 days ago

Not Just a Car Boot Sale

Pam from Ashburton District

Sunday 4th Nov  10.30am till 2pm
Hampstead Rugby & Allsport Club
, Bridge St, Netherby, Ashburton
To Register a site phone or txt your name to Pam on 0211731908
$20 for site to be paid when you register.

There will also be a Bouncy castle, Pony rides a Bake sale, Sausage sizzle and … View more
Sunday 4th Nov  10.30am till 2pm
Hampstead Rugby & Allsport Club
, Bridge St, Netherby, Ashburton
To Register a site phone or txt your name to Pam on 0211731908
$20 for site to be paid when you register.

There will also be a Bouncy castle, Pony rides a Bake sale, Sausage sizzle and Raffles
Sorry No eftpos available

Fundraiser for Nina Arps Cancer treatments.

Car Boot sale For nina - Copy.docx Download View

2616 days ago

Poll: What are you handing out for Halloween this year?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Halloween is always associated with truckloads of candy! But this year it seems like things are changing and healthy snacks might be on the menu. Is this the case for you?

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What are you handing out for Halloween this year?
  • 25.1% Candy
    25.1% Complete
  • 3.2% Healthy snacks
    3.2% Complete
  • 71.1% Nothing
    71.1% Complete
  • 0.7% Homemade sweet treats
    0.7% Complete
1351 votes
2617 days ago

Looking for something to do this weekend?

Rachael Comer Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Check out what's happening around South Canterbury.

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2618 days ago

Are you keen to be green and black?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The South Canterbury Rugby Union is going to give away T-shirts to the first 500 people through the Church St gates of Alpine Energy Stadium for this Saturday's Heartland rugby final between South Canterbury and Thames Valley for the Meads Cup.

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2618 days ago

Could a renovated former vicarage in Geraldine be your romantic weekend getaway?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Premium boutique apartments in category two listed heritage building part of big redevelopment plans unveiled by Geraldine-based company.

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2618 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with the Resene October Sale!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene… View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene cleaning range! Available at your local Resene ColorShop until 31 October 2018.

* Discount off the normal retail price. Excludes WallPrint, trade products and PaintWise levy. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Find out more

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2619 days ago

Has the Timaru Yacht and Power Boat Club done the right thing in closing the popular Caroline Bay jetty?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

"We don't want to take it away from the public, but repairs to it will cost a quarter of a million dollars, or more,'' says club commodore Hayden Brown.

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2620 days ago

Did you take in the Waimate street racing?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

The South Canterbury township was packed with people for street racing the way it used to be for the annual Waimate 50 Motorsport Festival.

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2621 days ago

What do you think of rodeos?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Some people love them, some people hate them. The first rodeo of the new season was held on Saturday at Winchester in our patch.

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