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Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

2770 days ago

Poll: Would you move house for the right school zone?

Reporter Homed

*** UPDATE *** Thanks to everyone who's voted in the poll and been in touch to share their thoughts on this topic. You can read our full story, here.

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Would you move house for the right school zone?
  • 45.4% Yes I would.
    45.4% Complete
  • 44% No I wouldn't.
    44% Complete
  • 10.6% I have already.
    10.6% Complete
1128 votes
2770 days ago

Take your skills on an adventure!

Volunteer Services Abroad

Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View more
Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.

Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Find out more!

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2771 days ago

National Volunteer Week - next month!

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

How will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?

National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.

The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, … View more
How will you be celebrating National Volunteer Week next month?

National Volunteer Week (17-23 of June 2018)
celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who are volunteering their time and skills to our communities every year.

The theme this year is Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.

We think this captures the essence of what volunteering is about. This is a time to acknowledge how volunteering efforts contribute to and enrich all communities within Aotearoa.

#NVW2018 #volunteering

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2771 days ago

What are your favourite hidden gems to visit in NZ?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

If you love adventure and the outdoors, then perhaps this spot at Lake Heron Station is for you. Have you been there before? What are some of your favourite local spots to stay at? Let us know in the replies!

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2771 days ago

Could you move from a 3-bed to a motorhome?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Would you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.

"We have seen so many hidden gems of New… View more
Would you give up your home for a life on the road? When Lynette and John Valk sold their three-bedroom home in Blenheim to live in a nine-metre motorhome and explore New Zealand, it was easier than they thought, and they don't regret a thing.

"We have seen so many hidden gems of New Zealand that we would never have seen if we were still living in a house," says Lynette.

Does the idea of selling up to make a big life change appeal to you? What changes would you like to make?

2771 days ago

Fresh Flowers for any occasion

Flowers Inc

Flowers Inc is the only florist shop in Geraldine, South Canterbury specialising in the freshest flowers and outstanding floral arrangements. We are a small independently owned florist, who can create that perfect floral arrangement, whether it’s a special occasion, birthday, or an expression of… View moreFlowers Inc is the only florist shop in Geraldine, South Canterbury specialising in the freshest flowers and outstanding floral arrangements. We are a small independently owned florist, who can create that perfect floral arrangement, whether it’s a special occasion, birthday, or an expression of sympathy.

As a member of Inter Flora, we are able to send flowers across New Zealand and the World. Our beautiful shop; stocks everything from cute teddies, stunning gifts, and bed linen, we are therefore able to put together the perfect gift basket with same day delivery within South Canterbury.
Find out more!

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2775 days ago

What do you think of the Budget increase for your city?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Christchurch,

Finance Minister Grant Robertson says it is time for the people of Canterbury to be supported "once and for all". The Budget has set aside $300 million to accelerate the Canterbury earthquake recovery. How will this help you and your community? To read more, click hereView more
Hi Christchurch,

Finance Minister Grant Robertson says it is time for the people of Canterbury to be supported "once and for all". The Budget has set aside $300 million to accelerate the Canterbury earthquake recovery. How will this help you and your community? To read more, click here.

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2776 days ago

Do you think Christchurch is missing out on concerts and rugby games?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Christchurch,

What are your thoughts on your city's temporary stadium? All Blacks captain and Crusaders No 8 Kieran Read says it has become a symbol of the lack of progress in the city. Do you agree? What would your dream stadium look like? Let us know in the replies. To read more, … View more
Hey Christchurch,

What are your thoughts on your city's temporary stadium? All Blacks captain and Crusaders No 8 Kieran Read says it has become a symbol of the lack of progress in the city. Do you agree? What would your dream stadium look like? Let us know in the replies. To read more, click here.

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2772 days ago

Subscribe to Get Growing - it's FREE!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.

Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of… View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have advice on planting bunching onions and shallots, repurposing broken pots, perennials with issues (what do you regret planting?), planning for summer strawberries and lifting and dividing lily bulbs.

Subscribe to Get Growing and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.

Our plant of the week in Get Growing is the festive abutilon and we have the latest scientific information on guava moth and what you can do to try and prevent it from affecting your fruit trees. Try sensational Catalonian recipes from Barcelona Cult Recipes and enter to win some great prizes!

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.

For competition T&Cs click here.
Subscribe and be in to WIN!

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2775 days ago

Poll: Five new movies - five chances to win.

Stuff Pix

Vote for your favourite new release from Stuff Pix and you could win it to watch at your place. With so many movies ready to rent right now, there's something for everyone at Stuff Pix - check them out at stuffpix.co.nz today.

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Five new movies - five chances to win.
  • 42.4% Thor: Ragnarok - Get some action on your couch
    42.4% Complete
  • 11.4% Fifty Shades Freed - Lose yourself
    11.4% Complete
  • 20.8% Star Wars: The Last Jedi - Join the rebellion
    20.8% Complete
  • 13.2% The Post - Enjoy the drama
    13.2% Complete
  • 12.2% I, Tonya - Beat the competition
    12.2% Complete
1383 votes
2775 days ago

Clearance Sale - Marquee and Event Hire are having a sale!

Ghizlaine from Timaru

We are clearing new and ex-hire wedding decor and catering equipment from our showroom to make way for new stock!

Come along on Saturday 23rd June at 8am for a bargain!

All enquiries to sales@mehire.co.nz

See you there!

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2775 days ago

Hei āwhina i te hunga tamariki ki te ako mō te hua o te aroha

The Team from Ministry of Education

Auē e Koti! Kātahi ka oti te pakiwaitara kōwhiri ara e ako ai te tamariki ki te hua o te aroha. Tēnā whakamātautautia.
Pānuihia te kōrero paki ā-tihi mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz...
He mea kinaki nā Te … View more
Auē e Koti! Kātahi ka oti te pakiwaitara kōwhiri ara e ako ai te tamariki ki te hua o te aroha. Tēnā whakamātautautia.
Pānuihia te kōrero paki ā-tihi mō Oti te Nanekoti ki te reo Pākehā, reo Māori anō hoki www.OatTheGoat.co.nz... | www.OtiTeNanekoti.co.nz...
He mea kinaki nā Te Tira Puoro o Aotearoa.
#OtiTeNanekoti #KeiTePaiKoe #ArohaMaiArohaAtu

2776 days ago

Should we bust ghost houses?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Do you have unoccupied "ghost houses" on your street? Investors buy them, park their money and pull the blinds across... but at what cost?

The last census showed there were 141,366 empty dwellings in New Zealand and in 2016, more than 33,000 houses in Auckland were officially … View more
Do you have unoccupied "ghost houses" on your street? Investors buy them, park their money and pull the blinds across... but at what cost?

The last census showed there were 141,366 empty dwellings in New Zealand and in 2016, more than 33,000 houses in Auckland were officially classified as empty. Find out why this is happening and what can be done about it.
Find out more

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2776 days ago

Well done to the staff at Timaru's museum!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Congrats Timaru!

Your museum staff sure can dance! Thanks to the support of your community and the wider New Zealand public, the South Canterbury Museum secured 53,359 votes of the 142,000 cast worldwide for the International Museum Dance Off. How cool! To watch the full video, click here.

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2776 days ago

Timaru centre of TV show search for couple's new family home

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

'Timaru's where it's at' according to a new American couple living here and set to tell the world via an international house hunting programme, but we already knew that ... right?

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