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Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

3115 days ago

Elder Abuse Awareness

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Age Concern New Zealand is running an "Elder Abuse Hits Close to Home" awareness campaign in June. Did you know that more than 75% of alleged abusers are family members? We hear awful stories in the media of older people being abused in care facilities, scammed on the internet or taunted … View moreAge Concern New Zealand is running an "Elder Abuse Hits Close to Home" awareness campaign in June. Did you know that more than 75% of alleged abusers are family members? We hear awful stories in the media of older people being abused in care facilities, scammed on the internet or taunted by the general public, but for thousands of older New Zealander's the abuse happens in their own home. Please get in contact with your local Age Concern if you suspect a family member, friend or neighbour is being abused. We can Help. #WEAAD #alwaysrespected

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3116 days ago

Do you deserve a FreshChoice Community Fund?

FreshChoice New Zealand

Proudly supporting local New Zealand communities, every FreshChoice store makes regular charitable grants as part of the FreshChoice Community Fund.

If you are a community group such as a club, school or trust, or an individual with a community project underway and just need a hand, you could be… View more
Proudly supporting local New Zealand communities, every FreshChoice store makes regular charitable grants as part of the FreshChoice Community Fund.

If you are a community group such as a club, school or trust, or an individual with a community project underway and just need a hand, you could be chosen as a recipient of a $500 donation!

Bonus tip: Throughout the year there are FreshChoice Community Fund Double Up Months with at least $1,000 per store available.
Apply now

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3117 days ago

Look out New Zealand - the Lions are coming!!

New Zealand Police

We want everyone to have an absolute blast while they're here... but most importantly we want everyone to stay safe on our roads. Download the PDF attachment below and share it with your English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish mates. Learn more

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Lions Series Safety Information.pdf Download View

3117 days ago

Light festival faces darkness

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Lack of funding could extinguish Geraldine's Winter Lights Festival.

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3118 days ago

$100k for conservation

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Predator control, wetlands among South Canterbury beneficiaries of $100,000 injection

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3118 days ago

Where's the best place for a sweet treat in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View more
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!

*T&Cs apply.

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3120 days ago

Concerns over 'diabolical' road

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

People living and working living near a busy section of SH 1/Evans St fear for the safety of pedestrians crossing the 'diabolical' road.

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3122 days ago

Red Cross is Here For Good!

Community Resilience Coordinator from New Zealand Red Cross

You probably know Red Cross for our response work immediately after a disaster, but that’s just a small part of what we do. We're out working in the community every day, helping people recover from a disaster, transporting vulnerable people to appointments, delivering Meals on Wheels, … View moreYou probably know Red Cross for our response work immediately after a disaster, but that’s just a small part of what we do. We're out working in the community every day, helping people recover from a disaster, transporting vulnerable people to appointments, delivering Meals on Wheels, helping former refugees resettle and find employment, operating second-hand stores, providing first aid training, and more. Check out our new campaign: ‘Here For Good’! Check out Here for Good

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3124 days ago

Cat virus causes concern

Grant Shimmin Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Hi neighbours,
a Timaru vet is warning cat owners about a dangerous virus affecting Timaru felines.

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3124 days ago

Fed up residents build their own public toilets at St Andrews

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Fed up with their small town being used as a toilet, residents of St Andrews have taken matters into their own hands.

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3124 days ago

Australasian skydiving company buys land at Pukaki Aiport

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Australasian adventure company to open skydiving operation in Mackenzie Basin.

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3125 days ago

Relay for Life moving to Geraldine in 2018

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

South Canterbury Relay for Life will be held in Geraldine next year as organisers decide to share event between centres.

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3126 days ago

Many bus routes will detour this Sunday for Christchurch Marathon

Claire Nicholls from Metroinfo

If you travel Sundays on the Blue, Orange or Yellow Lines, Orbiter, 17, 28, 29, 44, 60 or 95 your bus will be detouring around the CBD until 3pm on Sunday 4 June while the Christchurch Marathon is on. You can view specific detours for your route at the link below.

3127 days ago

Make knowledge work for you

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Discover how to get the skills and knowledge you need for the job you want at Ara Institute of Canterbury’s Open Day! It’s on at our City and Woolston campuses from 2pm to 5pm on Thursday 15 June. Open Day is a great opportunity to meet tutors, tour the campus, attend subject info sessions and … View moreDiscover how to get the skills and knowledge you need for the job you want at Ara Institute of Canterbury’s Open Day! It’s on at our City and Woolston campuses from 2pm to 5pm on Thursday 15 June. Open Day is a great opportunity to meet tutors, tour the campus, attend subject info sessions and learn about more than 150 study options ranging from certificates and diplomas to degrees and graduate qualifications. You can even enrol on the day.

Come along and discover how to make knowledge work for you!
Find out more

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3128 days ago

Solar flare creates perfect opportunity to see Aurora Australis across South Island

Brooke Black Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Conditions "perfect" for viewing in the South Island as solar flare creates strong reaction.

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