South Canterbury food drive: Presbyterian Support South Canterbury
‘Can’ you help fill a cupboard and a tummy this South Canterbury anniversary weekend? Rising food costs, power bills, rent, and everyday expenses mean that more people are finding it difficult to put healthy meals on the table. For some South Canterbury children, hunger is a daily reality. The annual Food Drive for […]
Best suited: Rembrandt
Your quest for the perfect suit ends here. From groom to guest and any daily jaunt, men’s clothing brand Rembrandt is home to the latest in style, material and colour, alongside the quality craftsmanship the brand’s been rooted in since their Wellington start in 1946. Between made-to-measure, ready-to-wear and hire services, Rembrandt is […]
Urban heat: Jessica Halliday
We can protect our city from the increasing effects of climate breakdown if we take action now. This year, the effects of climate breakdown are really making climate change more tangible around the globe. We’ve been watching Western Europe experience its biggest heatwave in recorded history, resulting in 20,000 deaths, massive wildfires, droughts […]
Where little seeds blossom: Parkside Grove
A boutique early learning centre in Timaru where qualified teachers, small group learning and creative play supports children to learn and thrive. A cosy early learning centre in Timaru that feels like a home away from home, Parkside Grove has a ratio of 1:8 and 100 per cent qualified teachers. “Our philosophy of […]
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