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2286 days ago

Mitsubishi car recalls - Are you affected?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Mitsubishi Motors is recalling the following vehicles:

MITSUBISHI ASX, Model years 2011-2015
RISK: Wiper linkage ball joints could corrode and the linkage could jam or separate. The wipers would be inoperative in the worst case scenario.

MITSUBISHI I-CAR, LANCER, Various years 2003-2010
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Mitsubishi Motors is recalling the following vehicles:

MITSUBISHI ASX, Model years 2011-2015
RISK: Wiper linkage ball joints could corrode and the linkage could jam or separate. The wipers would be inoperative in the worst case scenario.

MITSUBISHI I-CAR, LANCER, Various years 2003-2010
RISK: The airbag inflator may operate incorrectly on deployment and cause shrapnel to enter the cabin resulting in occupant injury or death.

Make sure you contact your nearest Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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2287 days ago

How much are the average residential rates bills in South Canterbury's three districts?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

A new report on rates puts the Mackenzie District Council as the second lowest in the country, but where do Timaru and Waimate sit?

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2287 days ago

Being Kiwi: Have you experienced racism?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?

Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.

Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls… View more
New Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?

Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.

Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls for the collection of official statistics on hate crimes, looks at discrimination in our schools and takes a stroll through Auckland, now one of the most diverse cities in the world.

To take part in the survey, click here

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2288 days ago

Do you like the new Timaru welcome signs?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Vote in the poll on the story and tell us your thoughts in the comments.

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2288 days ago

2000 Mazda Bongo Van DHL632

David from Ashburton District

Registration expires 8/2/2020
Warrant of Fitness expires 18/9/2020
Speedometer 285,600
Petrol engine, 5 speed manual. Loading doors at both side and rear. Plywood floor. Tow bar. New battery fitted 2/9/19. Runs well and has been regularly serviced.
I bought this van for a distribution business in … View more
Registration expires 8/2/2020
Warrant of Fitness expires 18/9/2020
Speedometer 285,600
Petrol engine, 5 speed manual. Loading doors at both side and rear. Plywood floor. Tow bar. New battery fitted 2/9/19. Runs well and has been regularly serviced.
I bought this van for a distribution business in December 2018. That has now finished and the van is surplus. It's very handy with all that access and the plywood floor. Could make a good camper conversion.
I will consider any reasonable offer above $2,500

Negotiable

2288 days ago

Are you in favour of the Living Wage being paid by the Timaru District Council?

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Council candidates were overwhelmingly in favour of the Living Wage at a meeting in Timaru on Tuesday night.

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2288 days ago

Colouring isn't just for kids! 🖍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Mindful colouring has been proven to help reduce stress and anxiety and induce a meditative-like state in adults too.

Help scribble your worries away with this free community-inspired colouring sheet to give your brain a creative boost.

#NSNZmentalhealth

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2288 days ago

What veges do you grow in pots and containers?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and … View moreOur gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and any practical advice you would pass on to ensure a great result with that crop, and any secret tips you are prepared to pass on! If your tip is used in the magazine, you'll receive a free copy... And of course the glory of being in New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine! Click on this link to send us your best tip!

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2288 days ago

Rugby World Cup 2019 on Spark Sport

Spark Sport

Every tackle, every try, every triumph.

Watch all 48 matches of Rugby World cup 2019 live and on-demand with a Spark Sport Tournament Pass for $89.99.

Compatible devices only. T&C’s apply.
Buy Tournament Pass

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2289 days ago

Timaru-based broadband price drop!

Vetta Online

Have you heard the latest? 🙉
We've dropped our plan prices, now giving you broadband from just $85/month backed by our usual Timaru-based great service! 🤩
Fast. Reliable. Local. Internet!
Are you ready? 🚀

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2289 days ago

Exercise class, each Tuesday, 10-10.25 am

Waka from Timaru

Senior mixed class, friendly environment. Covenant Grace Baptist Church Hall. Silver coin donation and free cuppa afterwards. Just turn up. Bring gym shoes and hand towel. "Feel good" endorphins are released when we exercise. Queries phone 6866546

2289 days ago

Thank you Wattie's

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

We want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around … View moreWe want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around Aotearoa.

Wattie’s generously donated a further 25,000 cans taking the total number collected to over 56,000 cans.

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2290 days ago

New blog post: Neighbourly in the news!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.

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2290 days ago

The decision "has not been taken lightly" according to the SCDHB

Doug Sail Reporter from The Timaru Herald

Eighteen jobs will go as the South Canterbury District Health confirms the outsourcing of its laundry services to Christchurch's Canterbury Linen Services.

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2290 days ago

Heavy rain and strong wind warning

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a heavy rain and strong wind warning for the headwaters of the Canterbury Lakes and Rivers and the Canterbury High Country.

RAIN: Valid: 12 hours from 3:00pm Monday to 3:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Expect 100 to 140mm of rain to accumulate near the main divide, and 70 to 100m … View more
MetService has issued a heavy rain and strong wind warning for the headwaters of the Canterbury Lakes and Rivers and the Canterbury High Country.

RAIN: Valid: 12 hours from 3:00pm Monday to 3:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Expect 100 to 140mm of rain to accumulate near the main divide, and 70 to 100m within 15km east of the divide. Peak rates of 15 to 25mm/h, with possible thunderstorms.

WIND: Valid: 12 hours from 6:00pm Monday to 6:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Northwesterly gales are forecast to be severe at times, with gusts reaching 120km/h in exposed places.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 16 Sep 2019.

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