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1950 days ago

Sharonika finds resilience through Graeme Dingle Foundation

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Teen Sharonika Prasad used to be scared, of life, of opportunity. She lacked self-confidence. ‘‘I had a negative mind set in which I had beliefs that I would never be successful at anything, with a very low self-esteem. ‘‘I made excuses because I had no motivation and little confidence and … View moreTeen Sharonika Prasad used to be scared, of life, of opportunity. She lacked self-confidence. ‘‘I had a negative mind set in which I had beliefs that I would never be successful at anything, with a very low self-esteem. ‘‘I made excuses because I had no motivation and little confidence and I let life pass me by even if it was a wonderful opportunity because I was so afraid of the unknown.’’

Not anymore! Prasad, 18, and the youngest in a family of five, is now working as a caregiver while studying a foundation course at NZMA for occupational therapy and has realised she ‘‘could do anything’’. She is the first in her family to go to university. The South Auckland teen has found her potential with the help of our Foundation that aims to transform young Kiwi lives.

Read more abour Sharonika's story here: bit.ly...

Show your support for Sharonika and other young people by joining our Supporters Group here: bit.ly...

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1950 days ago

Poll: Have you had a courier parcel stolen from your front door?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,
Online shopping is getting more popular by the day, but with the convenience of getting parcels delivered to your home comes the danger of potential theft.

Have you ever had an online delivery go missing once it has been delivered?

To read more, click here.

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Have you had a courier parcel stolen from your front door?
  • 17.2% Yes
    17.2% Complete
  • 82.8% No
    82.8% Complete
1638 votes
1950 days ago

Nominations close today!!!!!

Women of Influence

Last chance to nominate!!!

Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards close today! Don't miss out, begin your nomination today as nominations close at 11.59pm!

There is still time to recognize the amazing women in your communities. Any incomplete nominations will have until Friday, … View more
Last chance to nominate!!!

Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards close today! Don't miss out, begin your nomination today as nominations close at 11.59pm!

There is still time to recognize the amazing women in your communities. Any incomplete nominations will have until Friday, 11.59pm to submit for judging!

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1950 days ago

Sale of hallucinogenic Christchurch cactus sparks international bidding war

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A 7-metre tall drug-producing cactus is pricking interest from worldwide bidders hoping to get their hands on a piece of the towering Christchurch plant.

Owner Jonny Small is hacking off sections of the 30-year-old cactus and shipping them to green-fingered customers as far away as Idaho, Arizona,… View more
A 7-metre tall drug-producing cactus is pricking interest from worldwide bidders hoping to get their hands on a piece of the towering Christchurch plant.

Owner Jonny Small is hacking off sections of the 30-year-old cactus and shipping them to green-fingered customers as far away as Idaho, Arizona, Texas and Canada.

It was planted in Addington as a seedling more than three decades ago, but its roots had become out-of-control and the land was due to be cleared for development so it "needed to go", Small said.

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1951 days ago

Get a Clever Home package

Genesis Energy

Moving house soon? Whether you're moving or looking to switch from your current power company, we can help turn your house into a smart home. Move with Genesis and you could get a Genesis Clever Home package valued at $679.

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1952 days ago

Housesitting wanted!

Freddie from Opawa - Saint Martins

Hello!

We’re Freddie and Frankie! We are housesitters here in Christchurch, and we're on the hunt for houses to sit! We are a couple who have been living in Christchurch for the past year. We are very responsible and friendly people, with lots of experience in home sitting. We recently … View more
Hello!

We’re Freddie and Frankie! We are housesitters here in Christchurch, and we're on the hunt for houses to sit! We are a couple who have been living in Christchurch for the past year. We are very responsible and friendly people, with lots of experience in home sitting. We recently housesat a home in St Martins for 3 months, looking after pets, lawns etc. We will be very respectful of your home and privacy, and will keep your home safe and sound while you are away. We are big animal lovers, and would love to take care of your pet(s) while you're away, including making sure your pet(s) get plenty of exercise and lots of pats. We are currently house sitting in Beckham, where we look after a lovely dog, collect post and keep the house safe and sound!

Freddie is into his fourth year studying Law at Canterbury Uni and is currently working at Hohepa doing gardening. Frankie is on a working gap year as a waitress at Dose Diner, who previously studied Languages at Victoria Uni in Wellington and is looking into studying here in Christchurch.

We are available from the 21st of July but please message any other dates past this! We can provide positive references from previous housesits :) We don't charge any money, so we're far cheeper than a kennel!

Thanks, Freddie and Frankie :)

1952 days ago

Special Neighbourly Discount

Stuff Pix

Take 50% off your next Stuff Pix movie with the special rewards code: HalfPrice4You

Watch Joaquin Phoenix and John C. Reilly star in The Sister Brothers, set in 1850s Oregon, the infamous duo of assassins, Eli and Charlie Sisters, chase a gold prospector and his unexpected ally.

Half price… View more
Take 50% off your next Stuff Pix movie with the special rewards code: HalfPrice4You

Watch Joaquin Phoenix and John C. Reilly star in The Sister Brothers, set in 1850s Oregon, the infamous duo of assassins, Eli and Charlie Sisters, chase a gold prospector and his unexpected ally.

Half price offer ends on 31/07/19, one redemption per user.
Get 50% off

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1956 days ago

Should the art bridge in Christchurch be revived?

The Team Reporter from The Press

More artists who submitted ideas for a new Christchurch footbridge have slammed the chosen $3 million design, calling it an "absolute embarrassment" and "insulting".

Do you think the simpler design released last week is better, or do you think the art bridge idea should be … View more
More artists who submitted ideas for a new Christchurch footbridge have slammed the chosen $3 million design, calling it an "absolute embarrassment" and "insulting".

Do you think the simpler design released last week is better, or do you think the art bridge idea should be revived? Read the full story by clicking the link below and share your thoughts in the comments (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff).

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1952 days ago

Quality Pet Accessories at Affordable Prices

Katie from Hoon Hay

Our next Popup Shop will be open at 11am today. All of our wonderful stock will be on display and we will also be selling bikkies in support of the Blind Foundation’s Bikkie Day, with all donations going directly to help guide dogs in training. We have freshly baked chewy chocolate chip cookies … View moreOur next Popup Shop will be open at 11am today. All of our wonderful stock will be on display and we will also be selling bikkies in support of the Blind Foundation’s Bikkie Day, with all donations going directly to help guide dogs in training. We have freshly baked chewy chocolate chip cookies & jam drops for humans, as well as peanut butter & banana bikkies for our four legged friends 🐾🍪

Negotiable

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1953 days ago

Clean up around your place with Resene!

Resene

Buy $100 or more of any Resene premium paints, primers, sealers or wood stains and get your choice of cleaning product FREE! Choose from Resene Deep Clean 1L, Resene Moss & Mould Killer 1L, Resene Paint Prep and Housewash 1L, Resene Roof and Metal Wash 1L, Resene Timber and Deck Wash 1L or … View moreBuy $100 or more of any Resene premium paints, primers, sealers or wood stains and get your choice of cleaning product FREE! Choose from Resene Deep Clean 1L, Resene Moss & Mould Killer 1L, Resene Paint Prep and Housewash 1L, Resene Roof and Metal Wash 1L, Resene Timber and Deck Wash 1L or Resene Interior Paintwork Cleaner 250ml (ready to use or concentrate). PLUS get a special price on Resene Ceiling Paint 10L white. Just $99* per 10L! *Tinting and PaintWise levy extra.

Offer available from 1-31 July 2019 at Resene owned ColorShops and selected resellers, NZ only, while stocks last!

If you’re not a Resene cardholder you can sign up free online or while you are in store.
Get a DIY card

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1953 days ago

Microchipping Day this Sunday.

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

We are having a Microchipping day on Sunday 14th July 11am till 3pm. To help us have an idea of what time people will be coming we are asking for you to let us know an estimated time frame of when you intend to come if you haven't already: email catrescue.chch@gmail.com.

The address - Please … View more
We are having a Microchipping day on Sunday 14th July 11am till 3pm. To help us have an idea of what time people will be coming we are asking for you to let us know an estimated time frame of when you intend to come if you haven't already: email catrescue.chch@gmail.com.

The address - Please email for an address as it is at a volunteers private home in Aranui.

The prices of the microchipping are:

$30 for one cat
$25 per cat after that. (For multi cat discount all cats must have the same owner!)

Price includes the microchip and the registration to the NZCAR (NZ Companion Animal Register).

ALL cats must be in a proper cat carrier! We cannot have cats escaping on the day.

Payment is on the day in cash or EFTPOS is available.

We will be providing forms on the day for you to fill out your details so we can load your information and register the microchip with NZCAR. One section of the form asks for an alternative contact person who does not live in the same household, so please ensure you bring contact numbers. If you wish to print and fill out the form prior to the day and bring it with you then please see here. You do not have to print off the form as we will have forms printed for you to fill in on the day.

We are also offering discount flea (Revolution) and worm (Drontal) treatment for your cat on the day! This will be $5 per treatment (if your cat is 5kgs or under) so if you want both done it will be $10 per cat. $7 each for cats over 5kgs for both treatments $14 per cat. We have volunteers who will happily apply the flea treatment and worm your cat on the day. This service can only be provided for cats who come on the day - we are not able to provide flea treatment for people to take away with them.

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1953 days ago
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1968 days ago

St John Store needs FURNITURE ,KITCHEN ITEMS TO SELL

Margaret from Riccarton

St John Store 272 LINCOLN ROAD REQUIRES FURNITURE,BEDDING,KITCHEN ITEMS , BOOKS ,& BEDS .
Must be clean and tidy.
Drop off at the rear of the building , the store is open from 9 am to 5pm week days
Saturday 10 am to 4 pm
Phone 3382 560 the store for large pick ups

Many thanks from … View more
St John Store 272 LINCOLN ROAD REQUIRES FURNITURE,BEDDING,KITCHEN ITEMS , BOOKS ,& BEDS .
Must be clean and tidy.
Drop off at the rear of the building , the store is open from 9 am to 5pm week days
Saturday 10 am to 4 pm
Phone 3382 560 the store for large pick ups

Many thanks from the team

1953 days ago

Utilize the space you have

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Looking for a modern alternative to a dresser?

This loft-style dresser is both stylish and easy to make yourself and you can paint it whichever Resene colour you like.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy … View more
Looking for a modern alternative to a dresser?

This loft-style dresser is both stylish and easy to make yourself and you can paint it whichever Resene colour you like.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1954 days ago

Horse riding

Lisa from Fendalton

Does anyone know of someone who would like to have their horse exercised? Experienced rider.

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