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I had a birthday this week, and being the mad planner that I am, I'm creating a list of things to do before my next birthday - which will be my 45th.
So, I'm after ideas for things to put on my list of 45 things to achieve by the time I'm 45.
A couple of qualifiers: I'm not … View moreI had a birthday this week, and being the mad planner that I am, I'm creating a list of things to do before my next birthday - which will be my 45th.
So, I'm after ideas for things to put on my list of 45 things to achieve by the time I'm 45.
A couple of qualifiers: I'm not into adrenaline, so no jumping out of planes or off bridges. And they need to be things that I can do, and things that any normal person with normal resources would be able to achieve - no flying rockets into outer space or anything.
So far I've got:
1. Play a round of golf
2. Compete in a sport
3. Smash NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month)
4. Read 'The Bone People' (again)
I'll be setting up a blog and tracking progress online and in print, so come at me with your best ideas - even something that you set out to accomplish and achieved and gave you a real sense of achievement. Would love to hear your stories as well!
Shannon (Ed).
Environment Canterbury (ECan) has given the green light to an extra lane and cycleway on the Waimakariri Bridge.
Do you think it will help congestion?
Want to learn about predators and trapping? Would you be willing to put a trap in your backyard to protect native wildlife (or maybe let someone check the trap for you)? Perhaps you have a few hours to spare each week to check traps in your area.
This workshop aims to increase trapping to … View moreWant to learn about predators and trapping? Would you be willing to put a trap in your backyard to protect native wildlife (or maybe let someone check the trap for you)? Perhaps you have a few hours to spare each week to check traps in your area.
This workshop aims to increase trapping to protect the amazing bird life in the Ashley estuary and wetlands just north of Christchurch… But it’s not just about the Ashley! If you live anywhere in New Zealand and are interested in finding out more about predators and trapping in your area, come along to this FREE workshop, followed by afternoon tea (we’ll even have chocolate biscuits!) Experienced trappers are coming to swap tips and tricks, so here's your chance to learn more about how we can make New Zealand predator free by 2050.
Ongoing supply of kiln dried pine offcuts, great for firewood and kindling bin size 1.3m3 $50 (apple crate not included)
Txt 0212160301 for availability
How do you feel about plans for Waimakariri Irrigation Ltd's storage dam? Are you worried about flooding or do you see it as a positive for the region?
Hey all, just thought I'd put it out there to bring awareness - last Sunday night someone was snooping around in my car which was parked on my driveway. On Monday morning all the compartments in my car were open, although nothing was stolen because I had nothing in there to steal, luckily! I… View moreHey all, just thought I'd put it out there to bring awareness - last Sunday night someone was snooping around in my car which was parked on my driveway. On Monday morning all the compartments in my car were open, although nothing was stolen because I had nothing in there to steal, luckily! I don't think I locked my car that night, which was silly on my behalf. My husbands car was parked beside mine and was locked and his car was fine. So just a warning to lock your car up each night, and don't keep valuables in your car overnight. Always scummy opportunists lurking around ☹️
Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.
Today is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age … View moreToday is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age Concern today as we celebrate the important role older people have in our society.
Cust School 150th Jubilee Registrations close this weekend, so if you have been holding off doing it, do it now to avoid missing out on this great event!
www.cust.school.nz...
It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.
Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List… View moreIt’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.
Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List it here: List your event
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