Banks Peninsula, Akaroa

1889 days ago

KEA Kids News: What happens to all the illegal guns?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

This video bulletin is news for kids by kids. Help the young people you know understand our complicated world by watching KEA Kids News with them.
Find out more here.

1897 days ago

Christchurch City Council faces tough decision: fix some roads now, or more roads later

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council has to choose whether to take $40 million funding to fix quake-damaged roads or wait years for the chance of up to $70m.

Suburbs Richmond, New Brighton, Linwood/Woolston, Spreydon, and Fendalton/Riccarton have been earmarked for road repairs.

What street/suburb do … View more
The Christchurch City Council has to choose whether to take $40 million funding to fix quake-damaged roads or wait years for the chance of up to $70m.

Suburbs Richmond, New Brighton, Linwood/Woolston, Spreydon, and Fendalton/Riccarton have been earmarked for road repairs.

What street/suburb do you think needs fixing up most? Tell us in the comments below (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published)

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1897 days ago

Is Christchurch a rubbish city?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Billions of construction dollars have been pumped into Christchurch since the devastating 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

Nine years on, the rebuilt central city has emerged as the most modern in New Zealand. But there are still major gaps, most noticeably unfinished Crown anchor projects such as the … View more
Billions of construction dollars have been pumped into Christchurch since the devastating 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

Nine years on, the rebuilt central city has emerged as the most modern in New Zealand. But there are still major gaps, most noticeably unfinished Crown anchor projects such as the metro sports facility, convention centre and a new stadium.

In a contentious opinion piece, travel writer Brook Sabin said instead of finding a world-class central city taking shape, the prevailing feeling was one of sadness.

What do you think? Is Christchurch sad and soulless or progressive and beautiful?

Read the full stories by clicking the links below and tell us what you think in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff).

1892 days ago

UPDATE: Missing Christchurch girl: Police seeking information

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE: Abi has now been found.

Hi neighbours - have you seen this girl?

Police say they are "seriously concerned" for the wellbeing of a girl last seen in the vicinity of Cashmere Road and Hackthorne Road on Sunday around 4:30pm. Abbi has very long strawberry blonde hair and was … View more
UPDATE: Abi has now been found.

Hi neighbours - have you seen this girl?

Police say they are "seriously concerned" for the wellbeing of a girl last seen in the vicinity of Cashmere Road and Hackthorne Road on Sunday around 4:30pm. Abbi has very long strawberry blonde hair and was wearing a long navy jacket with a fur-lined hood, a taupe/neutral-coloured jersey and blue jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to call 105.

1890 days ago

Are you a fan of Neighbourly? Want to help lead your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using… View more
Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using Neighbourly and feel passionate about their corner of this country. They help neighbours to connect positively on the site and are happy to point members in the right direction.

If this sounds like you, please consider becoming a Neighbourly Lead for your suburb alongside dozens of other keen locals around the country!

You can find more information here.
Apply here

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1891 days ago
1895 days ago

What are the important issues you have in Halswell

Adele from Halswell

I’m standing for the community board and want to know what issues do residents have in Halswell?
Drinking water?
Public transportation?
Pollution in our waterways?
Do we need a fenced in dog park in Halswell?

What do people want? Need?

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1891 days ago

NZ Alpine Garden Society Garden Show 2019

Denise Neighbourly Lead from Halswell

The New Zealand Alpine Garden Club Spring flower show is on again.
It's the only place I know of to buy these type of plants. All welcome.

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1891 days ago

Poll: Do you bother to vote in local body elections?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Local elections impact us all, but many of us don't take the time to make our voices heard.

In fact, only 38.5% of Aucklanders voted in the 2016 local body election.

To read more, click here.

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Do you bother to vote in local body elections?
  • 84.5% Yes, of course
    84.5% Complete
  • 15.5% No, I can't be bothered
    15.5% Complete
1628 votes
1892 days ago

Showerdome shower top – stop steam forming

Install a Dome Chch Ltd

Install a dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your… View more
Install a dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your local area for more than 10 years, we are committed to giving great customer service and have a high standard of workmanship and we regularly get amazing feedback from our customers.

Install a Dome can either supply and install a Showerdome® shower top or install one that you have already purchased.
Book now!

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1892 days ago

FREE EVENT at Tūranga this Sunday!

Hachette New Zealand

John Connolly is the internationally bestselling author of the Charlie Parker mysteries, The Book of Lost Things, the Samuel Johnson novels for young adults and more! Here’s your chance to meet John and hear him speak about The Book of Bones, the new thrilling Charlie Parker instalment and He, … View moreJohn Connolly is the internationally bestselling author of the Charlie Parker mysteries, The Book of Lost Things, the Samuel Johnson novels for young adults and more! Here’s your chance to meet John and hear him speak about The Book of Bones, the new thrilling Charlie Parker instalment and He, the extraordinary reimagining of the life of Laurel and Hardy’s Stan Laurel.

When: 2pm, Sunday 8 September 2019
Where: Tūranga | 60 Cathedral Square

Spaces are limited – call 941 7923 to book your space.
Book now

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1892 days ago

No seats left for mayoral debate

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

A public debate between Christchurch mayoral hopefuls Lianne Dalziel, John Minto and Darryll Park is fully booked.
Huge demand has seen all seats taken for the Canterbury Chamber of Commerce event at The Piano on Wednesday evening. No last-minute seats will be available.
However, full coverage of … View more
A public debate between Christchurch mayoral hopefuls Lianne Dalziel, John Minto and Darryll Park is fully booked.
Huge demand has seen all seats taken for the Canterbury Chamber of Commerce event at The Piano on Wednesday evening. No last-minute seats will be available.
However, full coverage of the debate will be published in The Press and on Stuff.
Broadcast journalist Sacha McNeil will MC the event which runs from 5pm to 7.30pm on September 4

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1895 days ago

Public feedback wanted on speed limits

Neighbourly.co.nz

Christchurch City Council and the NZ Transport Agency are seeking public feedback on the speed limits on roads in and around Yaldhurst.

There have been a high number of crashes on SH73 in the Yaldhurst area, including one person killed and five people seriously injured in the last ten years.

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Christchurch City Council and the NZ Transport Agency are seeking public feedback on the speed limits on roads in and around Yaldhurst.

There have been a high number of crashes on SH73 in the Yaldhurst area, including one person killed and five people seriously injured in the last ten years.

Public consultation on the proposed speed limits runs from 2 – 30 September 2019.
Feedback can be provided here.

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1892 days ago

Mental Health + Well-Being - September 1st to 30th 🧠

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For … View more
Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For the month of September, we want to use our voice to raise awareness for mental health and well-being. Perhaps consider sharing a cuppa with someone you know who could use the support or challenge your family and friends to unplug from social media for the entire month to improve their well-being. If you or someone you know is going through a rough patch, don’t forget you can call or text 1737 anytime for FREE support from a trained counsellor.

Don’t forget, this month also coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10th) followed by Mental Health Awareness Week (23 - 29 September) and Mental Health Awareness Day on October 10th.

However you choose to take part, feel free to tag us in your posts + use the following hashtag so we can see how you’re cultivating better mental health for yourself or in your community this month:

#NSNZmentalhealth

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1892 days ago

How are the measles immunisation rates where you live?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Vaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?… View moreVaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?

Search for your suburb here to check the immunisation rates percentages in 2018.

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