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2186 days ago

Could your home be more water efficient?

The Team from Christchurch City Council

We’re asking all Christchurch residents to save water so that we can finish upgrading our wells and end temporary chlorination. 

Check out these simple tips that you can follow to save water at home bit.ly...

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2178 days ago

Free concert brings Xmas cheer to Hagley Park

The Team from Christchurch City Council

It's that time of year again... it's the Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park - Christchurch! 🎄🎆

Head on down to Hagley Park this Saturday for the 25th annual free festive event, featuring Stan Walker, Mikey Havoc and plenty of local acts.

For info on the road closures, bus timetables … View more
It's that time of year again... it's the Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park - Christchurch! 🎄🎆

Head on down to Hagley Park this Saturday for the 25th annual free festive event, featuring Stan Walker, Mikey Havoc and plenty of local acts.

For info on the road closures, bus timetables and parking, head to Newsline.

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2178 days ago

Poll: Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.

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Who should win Resene's Colour Your Community People's Choice Award? VOTE NOW!
  • 16.2% 1) Riversdale Community House - Blenheim
    16.2% Complete
  • 6.1% 2) Belmont Centre - Auckland
    6.1% Complete
  • 6.7% 3) Churton Park Tennis and Recreational Club - Wellington
    6.7% Complete
  • 16.8% 4) Barnardos - Napier
    16.8% Complete
  • 10.6% 5) Ngataringa Organic Garden (NOG) - Auckland
    10.6% Complete
  • 43.7% 6) Maketu Volunteer Coastguard and Maketu Surf Club
    43.7% Complete
1450 votes
2179 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert - this Sunday!

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace … View more
A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert

Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace other emergency alerts, or the need to take action after natural warnings.

You still need to be prepared for an emergency and you should not wait to get an alert before you act. If you feel your life is in danger, don’t wait for an official warning. Take immediate action.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2179 days ago

Snow-vember for the South Island

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Parts of the South Island have been plunged back into winter, with roads closed and snow warnings issued.

Snow is expected to keep falling in much of the South Island down to 500 metres today.

To read more, click here.

How's the weather where you are?

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2179 days ago

Are parking restrictions needed near the Sign of the Kiwi?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The owner of a cafe on the top of Christchurch's Port Hills believes new parking restrictions will help boost his business.

The Banks Peninsula Community Board last week approved plans to restrict daytime parking to 60 minutes at the car park at the intersection of Summit Rd and Dyers Pass … View more
The owner of a cafe on the top of Christchurch's Port Hills believes new parking restrictions will help boost his business.

The Banks Peninsula Community Board last week approved plans to restrict daytime parking to 60 minutes at the car park at the intersection of Summit Rd and Dyers Pass Rd.

The council also agreed to change two of the 12 parking spots, which are near the Sign of the Kiwi cafe, to a mobility park and a designated motorcycle parking spot.

Do you think the changes are a good idea?

2179 days ago

Neighbours Day Roadshow - Christchurch and onwards to Greymouth!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Day 4 and we started in Christchurch, hosted by Tim at the Christchurch Methodist Mission, a great bunch of ppl at the workshop. Then we hit the road, stopping in Sheffield for some amazing pies, and headed to Greymouth where we had our second workshop of the day with some truly amazing women!

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2185 days ago

How are you affected by the teachers' strike?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.

About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling … View more
Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.

About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling strikes, and even bigger strikes including both primary and secondary school teachers haven't been ruled out yet.

Teachers say the strike action is calling for better pay and working conditions, more learning support, including for children with special needs, and smaller class sizes.

So, do you support the strike action? Or do you think they should have accepted the previous offer? Are you a striking teacher? Or a parent that's been affected by the strike action? Let us know 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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2179 days ago

Women: you can totally nail trades

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.

A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did … View more
If you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.

A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did a pre-trade course in electrical studies with us at Ara Institute of Canterbury. Tepora achieved 93% in her final exams – an outstanding result – and is now on her way to becoming a qualified electrician. We love helping female students into trades careers.

If this sounds like your kind of thing, explore your options here.
Find out more!

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2180 days ago

Discover a better way to irrigate your garden

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it possible to conserve water while still keeping the best bits of your garden green this summer? We think so!
Find out more at bit.ly...

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2180 days ago

Marlon Williams in Christchurch!

Eccles Entertainment

In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Townhall
When: Sunday 3rd … View more
In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Townhall
When: Sunday 3rd March 2019

Ticketek member’s pre-sale runs from 9am – 5pm NZ on Thursday 22nd November from www.ticketek.co.nz

General public tickets on sale 12.00pm NZ Friday 23rd November from www.ticketek.co.nz
Find out more!

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2180 days ago

Garden Diary 2019 early bird offer!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Use the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, … View moreUse the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, troubleshooting tips and delicious seasonal recipes so you can make the most of your homegrown harvests. Order before the official on-sale date for $11.90 (save $4). Early bird special price runs until November 25, 2018.

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2182 days ago

New potatoes

David from Lincoln

We are digging rocket new potatoes at moment nadines in a about a week $5 a bag 751 tancreds road,dug freshly daily

2181 days ago

Free native trees

Di from Halswell

2 native mature plants taken out of ground today (needed to be pruned to do this)

Must pick up in Halswell

Free

2188 days ago

Poll: Are libraries a place for snoozing?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

In Christchurch's new central library, Tūranga, you can play video games, use remote-controlled cars or utilise the $1.2 million touchscreen.

But should you be able to catch a few Zs in our city's learning centres to kill some time? One security guard doesn't think so – or maybe … View more
In Christchurch's new central library, Tūranga, you can play video games, use remote-controlled cars or utilise the $1.2 million touchscreen.

But should you be able to catch a few Zs in our city's learning centres to kill some time? One security guard doesn't think so – or maybe he was just checking for vital signs.

"I thought I'd just close my eyes for five or 10 minutes. I'd noticed the security guy walking around before that ... he just came over and said 'excuse me, sir, you need to wake up'," library visitor Raymond Lum says.

Should you be able to have a quick snooze in the library if that book is making the eyelids a little heavy?

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Are libraries a place for snoozing?
  • 20.7% Of course. Kick back, relax and enjoy those comfy seats.
    20.7% Complete
  • 15.6% Only if you're not going to snore like a chainsaw.
    15.6% Complete
  • 63.7% No, absolutely not. If you want a nap, go home.
    63.7% Complete
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