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2156 days ago

New exhibition ‘Kura Pounamu’ opens Saturday

Canterbury Museum

See more than 200 pounamu treasures, including jewellery, tools and weapons. Touch giant pounamu boulders. Learn about how this precious stone is formed, its uses and its importance to generations of New Zealanders.

From 15 December at Canterbury Museum.
Find out more!

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2157 days ago

Board considers Akaroa Health Centre levy

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Options of how to fund the new Akaroa health centre, including the possibility of a levy, will be taken to the community board next Monday.

What would you prefer?
a) a targeted rate for properties in Akaroa and the Bays area,
b) a targeted rate for Christchurch properties on a fixed charge basis,… View more
Options of how to fund the new Akaroa health centre, including the possibility of a levy, will be taken to the community board next Monday.

What would you prefer?
a) a targeted rate for properties in Akaroa and the Bays area,
b) a targeted rate for Christchurch properties on a fixed charge basis, or
c) to defer consideration of the trust’s requests until the funding requirements become clearer.

Let us know!

Find out more here at Newsline.

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2157 days ago

Ho ho no: More AirNZ Christmas strikes on the table

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about … View more
Hi neighbours,

More strike notices have been issued for the days before Christmas. The unions representing Air New Zealand Engineering and Logistics have extended their strike action for December 21, 22, and 23.

Negotiations between officials and union delegates are ongoing. To read more about this, click here. Have you got travel insurance for your flights? If a strike happens, you might not be covered. Read more about the Insurance Council of NZ's travel cover warning here.

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2158 days ago

Akaroa rock not suitable for deep-bore injection

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Test drilling at two sites on the outskirts of Akaroa revealed that it is unlikely deep-bore injection will be a suitable method for disposing of Akaroa’s treated wastewater.

More at Newsline.

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2158 days ago

Civic Award winners for 2018

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Each year, we recognise the efforts of individuals and groups who are working, on a voluntary basis, to make a positive impact in the city.

Check out this year's Civic Award winners here at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2158 days ago

Edible Garden Awards - Get involved!

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Do you grow your own food? Nominations for the Edible Garden Awards are back again in 2019.

Regardless if your garden is large or small, if it provides something delish you can sink your teeth into, we want you to enter!

Visit: ccc.govt.nz/GardenAwards for more!

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2170 days ago

Shorter showers save water!

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Keep your shower under 5 minutes and you could save thousands of litres of water a month!
For more tips, visit bit.ly...

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2158 days ago

Taco Bell is coming to New Zealand

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Forget Santa, Taco Bell is coming to town!

The Mexican fast food chain, which makes made-to-order tacos and burritos, is planning on opening more than 60 new Taco Bell restaurants across New Zealand and Australia. To read more, click here.

The restaurants will be built between … View more
Hi neighbours,

Forget Santa, Taco Bell is coming to town!

The Mexican fast food chain, which makes made-to-order tacos and burritos, is planning on opening more than 60 new Taco Bell restaurants across New Zealand and Australia. To read more, click here.

The restaurants will be built between January 1 and June 2024.

Are you a fan of Taco Bell? Would you like a restaurant to open up in your city? Or are there too many fast food chains as is? Share your thoughts in the replies below!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2160 days ago

Looking for connetrix construction toy parts

Karen from Halswell

Hi I am looking for some connetrix construction toy parts to add to my little boys collection for Xmas. They don’t need to be in sets or complete. It looks like this kind of thing. Please let me know if you have any you would like to get rid of or sell.
Thanks in advance, Karen.

2160 days ago

Summer safety checklist: Fall-proofing your home

The Team from ACC New Zealand

With warmer weather heading our way, gardening is a great way to stay fit and get regular doses of Vitamin D to help strengthen our bones.

The Home Safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to avoid falls, sprains and strains while pulling those stubborn weeds. For example, when … View more
With warmer weather heading our way, gardening is a great way to stay fit and get regular doses of Vitamin D to help strengthen our bones.

The Home Safety checklist will give you practical tips on how to avoid falls, sprains and strains while pulling those stubborn weeds. For example, when you’re gardening avoid heavy lifting and use long-handled tools so you’re not bending over for long periods. Steady yourself when bending and standing, no pesky weed is worth falling for!

A new movement called Live Stronger for Longer is helping to reduce the risk of falls by providing practical information and free resources. We want to help you stay on your feet, and living the life you want to live.

Take the home safety checklist with your friends and family and join the movement today.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, HQ&SC, MOH and your local community health providers.

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2160 days ago

Give a gift for good this festive season

Jason Cowlam from New Zealand Red Cross

It’s not just the festive season. It’s also cyclone season. Cyclones are happening more often, they‘re getting more severe, destructive and deadly – and they’re even reaching us here in New Zealand. What would you do if you lost everything?

During this time of giving, … View more
It’s not just the festive season. It’s also cyclone season. Cyclones are happening more often, they‘re getting more severe, destructive and deadly – and they’re even reaching us here in New Zealand. What would you do if you lost everything?

During this time of giving, give a gift for good to help those who need it most. You can easily help them with warmth, water, meals, shelter, community outreach and welfare centre support.
Click here to help

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2161 days ago

Two Person Outdoor Seat

Jenny from Halswell

This seat has a steel painted frame, with very minor surface rust at the joins. Strong and secure, cushions could be replaced if desired.

Thank you all for your interest, the seat has now gone.

Free

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2161 days ago

Givealittle’s Celebration with the Nation

Givealittle

We’re so grateful to all the generous sorts who’ve chipped in to get us here. So, let’s lose the gifts… and turn our big day into a celebration with the nation.

For every $10 donated from you, Spark Foundation will give $10 too – up to a grand total of $10,000 across all 10 charities.
Give here

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2162 days ago

Weekend events guide

The Team from Christchurch City Council

It's another busy weekend ahead here in the city!

Get into the Christmas spirit at the New Brighton Seaside Christmas Paradetomorrow, or take a dip at Tots and Toddlers at Waltham summer pool!, the Ecosort Recycling Centre Open Day 2018! and more!

Weekend events here at Newsline: … View more
It's another busy weekend ahead here in the city!

Get into the Christmas spirit at the New Brighton Seaside Christmas Paradetomorrow, or take a dip at Tots and Toddlers at Waltham summer pool!, the Ecosort Recycling Centre Open Day 2018! and more!

Weekend events here at Newsline: www.ccc.govt.nz...

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2164 days ago

Volunteers make Edmonds garden sure to rise

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Happy International Volunteer Day!
Have a read about the work done by the dedicated Friends of the Edmonds Factory Garden volunteers, here at Newsline: bit.ly...

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