Shopping in Timaru Just Got Easier Looking for store hours, local specials, or where to find what you need in town? www.theexchangetimaru.nz is Timaru’s new online shopping guide – designed to help you connect with local businesses, find what’s on, and make shopping simple. You can browse at home, check what’s open, then choose whether to head into town or shop online. It’s all in one place – easy and convenient.