South Canterbury DHB sets up new Covid ward at Timaru Hospital By Esther Ashby-Coventry. Published on Stuff.co.nz 8/9/2021 A Covid-19 ward has been set up at the Timaru Hospital to isolate any patients suspected of having the virus. South Canterbury District Health Board interim chief executive Jason Power said the special ward meant they were […]
Level 4 Lockdown is Not the Time to Disconnect for Non-payment
According to Stuff News, home electricity usage in the first week of Level 4 lockdown in 2020 increased by about 15 per cent. With many families staying at home rather than going to school or work, the heaters, heat pumps, and fireplaces are getting a real workout. This will come at significant cost for many […]
Mt Somers Hall community cuppa to show off hall upgrades
The Mt Somers community is being invited to a special afternoon tea to see a $150,000 renovation of their memorial hall. The hall has served the community since 1922 and over the past year has undergone earthquake strengthening, had a tall chimney removed, a new ceiling put in its supper room and lots of interior […]
Cool Air Staff Establish Negative Pressure Covid-19 Treatment Rooms
Essential workers line up for Covid-19 jabs in Timaru By Chris Tobin, Published on Stuff.co.nz 23/8/2021 Staff from an Timaru Air Conditioning company working on Covid-19 treatment rooms at Timaru Hospital were among the early people getting vaccinations at a special clinic on Monday morning. Regan Koster said his essential worker staff at Cool Air […]
Eight ways to save money using your heat pump
Genesis Energy state that over 25% of all New Zealand households now use a heat pump, making them New Zealand’s third most popular heating solution. Heat pumps are a very cost effective alternative to traditional electric heating options because they move – rather than generate – heat. They are the most energy efficient and cost […]
Is it better to leave your heat pump on full time?
Does it cost more to keep your heat pump on all the time? Is it more efficient to turn it off when you are not using it? Or does switching it on and off all the time costs more? According to Stuff News its the great debate! Some people swear by leaving their heat pump running […]
How To Stay Sane in Timaru In The School Holidays
What is there to do in Timaru in the School holidays? Fortunately there’s so much fun to be had! Have a look at these local events. The Lantern Walk in Geraldine Geraldine Academy of Performance and Arts, 79 Talbot Street, Geraldine, South Canterbury Saturday 17 July 2021 6:00pm – 9:00pm Rug up and be transported […]
Do you really save money with a heat pump in Timaru?
We love Timaru… but we get some crazy weather here in South Canterbury! Temperatures in Timaru typically range from -2-12 degrees. Our average sunshine hours drops to about 125 per month instead of 200 in January. However, many of you know that this year (2021), South Canterbury recorded both New Zealand’s coldest and the warmest […]
Top 8 Restaurants in Timaru
The Oxford Restaurant Bar & Brasserie “The kind of food that makes you want to wipe the plate with a chunk of crusty bread to savour every drop” The Oxford offers a bistro style menu with a European influence and receives rave reviews for their excellent food, wine and beers, ambience and service. When you […]
Summer Events in Timaru
Summer is almost coming to an end, and there are lots of events coming up in Timaru before we head into autumn! So here are some fun things to do to enjoy the rest of your summer. Diamond Drop The Diamond Drop is a valentine day special event taking place at the Ashbury Park […]