Banks Peninsula, Akaroa

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1990 days ago

Christchurch stadium could cost almost $1 billion to build and operate

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The cost of running Christchurch's long-awaited stadium may be as much as $450 million for the first 25 years of its life, equating to $1.5m a month.

But the city council expects revenue from the stadium to "largely offset these costs".

The stadium, still more than four years away … View more
The cost of running Christchurch's long-awaited stadium may be as much as $450 million for the first 25 years of its life, equating to $1.5m a month.

But the city council expects revenue from the stadium to "largely offset these costs".

The stadium, still more than four years away from opening, could cost up to $520m to build, with construction expected to get under way in late 2020.

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1990 days ago

For a solid future, get a trade!

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentryView more
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentry and joinery. You’ll learn from inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments and you’ll get lots of hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace.

To find out more visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
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1991 days ago

1st July 2019 - Insulation required in your rental

Garry from Diamond Property Management

Make sure your rental is warm and cosy for your tenants by 1st July 2019.

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1991 days ago

Insulation Requirements

Garry from Diamond Property Management

We are reminding Landlords they have less than 6 months left to insulate. Landlords must insulate their properties before 1st July 2019 to avoid risking a fine up to $4000.

1991 days ago
1991 days ago

Poll: Do you support the teachers' mega-strike this Wednesday?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

About 50,000 primary and secondary teachers will swap their pens for placards after their two unions rejected a series of pay offers. It will affect hundreds of thousands of students in more than 2000 schools.
To read more, click here

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Do you support the teachers' mega-strike this Wednesday?
  • 56.7% Yes!
    56.7% Complete
  • 37.6% No.
    37.6% Complete
  • 5.7% Haven't really thought about it.
    5.7% Complete
1924 votes
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1991 days ago

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $10.00 Each Cheap.!!

Murray from Halswell

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES. $10.00 Each Cheap.!! Public

Murray sim from Halswell

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES. $10.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All
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CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES. $10.00 Each Cheap.!! Public

Murray sim from Halswell

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES. $10.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All

We still have Boxes Available.

We end up with surplus Wooded Crates & we sell them off for the Work Social Club.

They are Clean / Strong Wooden / Ply with metal corners for strength

Come with lids.

2 Main Sizes

1000mm x 800mm x 900mm

or

1200mm x 800mm x 900mm

Can be used for all sorts of things

General Storage / Fire Wood storage / Made into Pet Houses - etc etc

Collection or Viewing welcome in Hornby - Christchurch.

Please Txt / Phone Murray 027 5417518 for any info.

Thanks :-)

Price: $10.00

Price: $10

1991 days ago

Treadmill

Heather from Lincoln

Electric treadmill in good working order. Ph 3255041

Price: $250

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1992 days ago

Export Quality, locally produced RAW Honey for sale at Family Friendly prices

Neil from Halswell

We have available a great range of locally produced, RAW honeys and bee products at great, family friendly prices.

HONEY DEW (Runny Honey) 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75

CLOVER 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75

MANUKA 500g $18.70 250g $9.70
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We have available a great range of locally produced, RAW honeys and bee products at great, family friendly prices.

HONEY DEW (Runny Honey) 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75

CLOVER 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75

MANUKA 500g $18.70 250g $9.70

THYME 500g $13.00 250g $8.00


HONEY COMB 300g $17.50 or 2 for $25.00

HONEY DEW DROPS - Just in time for winter, try our delicious and extremely popular Honey Dew Drops - great for soothing sore throats. These are available in Blackcurrant, Lemon and Mint. 24 pack JUST $9.50

We also have great gift ideas, including:

HONEY GIFT BOXES made up of 3 x 250g glass jars in a lovely gift box - JUST $25.00

MANUKA SKIN FOOD GIFT BOX containing your choice of one of our Manuka Honey balms, your choice of one of our Manuka honey soaps and your choice of 2 Manuka honey lip balms - how good is that! There are limited quantities of these gift boxes so get in quick to avoid disappointment.

We also have BEESWAX available for those Food Wraps 100g just $7.50 or buy 4, get 1 free.

FREE DELIVERY IN HALSWELL AREA (FOR ORDERS IN EXCESS OF $50.00) OR PICK-UP FROM REARSBY DRIVE IN HALSWELL

100% NATURAL 100% RAW 100% PURE 100% KIWI

To place an order or for more information please contact Neil on 322-1998 / 027 2886859

Negotiable

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1993 days ago

Looking to spruce up your walls?

Resene

Dress up and your walls and save 30% with Resene!

We have thousands of wallpaper collections available with a huge range of designs - from modern and contemporary to retro to colourful and creative for the kids.

Pop into your local Resene ColorShop and our team can help you find the perfect … View more
Dress up and your walls and save 30% with Resene!

We have thousands of wallpaper collections available with a huge range of designs - from modern and contemporary to retro to colourful and creative for the kids.

Pop into your local Resene ColorShop and our team can help you find the perfect design to suit.

Hurry, sale ends 4th June 2019.
Colour your walls

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1993 days ago

Happy Friday Neighbourhood Supporters! 🗣💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here's some good food for thought as we head into the weekend.

#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople

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1994 days ago

Poll: Do you support students striking for climate change?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Tens of thousands of students will take to the streets for the second time this year to strike for climate change action.

From marches and rallies to tree planting and beach clean ups, New Zealand's youth are doing all they can to bring attention to the issue.

To read more here

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Do you support students striking for climate change?
  • 48.1% Yes, absolutely.
    48.1% Complete
  • 5.5% I don't care.
    5.5% Complete
  • 46.3% No, I don't.
    46.3% Complete
2270 votes
1994 days ago

Poll: Do you support the 70,000 primary and secondary teachers going on strike?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Teachers in area schools have voted to join primary and secondary teachers in New Zealand's largest-ever education strike on May 29.

The strike is the first time all teachers in the compulsory schooling sector have taken strike action simultaneously.

The teachers, who are jointly … View more
Teachers in area schools have voted to join primary and secondary teachers in New Zealand's largest-ever education strike on May 29.

The strike is the first time all teachers in the compulsory schooling sector have taken strike action simultaneously.

The teachers, who are jointly represented by primary and secondary teachers' unions NZEI Te Riu Roa and PPTA, voted to strike after four days of talks with the Ministry of Education failed to result in an offer. Read more here.

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Do you support the 70,000 primary and secondary teachers going on strike?
  • 60.1% Yes, they deserve a better deal.
    60.1% Complete
  • 3.5% No, it's inconvenient having to arrange childcare.
    3.5% Complete
  • 36.5% No, the unions should accept the offer on the table
    36.5% Complete
1094 votes
1994 days ago

Are you selling your home?

Stuff

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Showcase Plus displays your house listing to a relevant geographic audience. Your property will be exposed to as … View more
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1995 days ago

Nominations are now open for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards

Women of Influence

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to … View more
Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.

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