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2277 days ago

AMP Scholarships. Dreamers wanted.

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Since 1998 AMP has dedicated more than $2.4 million towards helping over 300 everyday Kiwis realise their dreams. If you’ve got a passion you want to turn into a reality, an AMP Scholarship could help you get there. Apply today! Find out more

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2278 days ago

Old Valve Radios

Alan from Somerfield

For educational purposes I'm trying to track down an old valve radio of any type, working or not.
Anyone got something like that at the back of the shed?
Thanks.

Edit 10/07/2018
I've found what I wanted, so these are no longer needed, thanks.

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2278 days ago

New Botanic Gardens director appointed

The Team from Christchurch City Council

German horticulturalist Wolfgang Bopp is joining the Christchurch Botanic Gardens as the new director!
Read more about the passionate horticulturalist on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2278 days ago

Stage set for Court Theatre’s return to city centre

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The Court Theatre is a step closer to getting a new home in the city centre.
Find out what's happening on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2292 days ago

Plans to revitalise Cathedral Square could be put at risk by work on the Anglican cathedral, which is yet to begin.

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Cathedral Square's business and property owners fear the drawn-out cathedral rebuild saga will make a mess of all other plans for the area.

Laws passed in December give the upcoming Christ Church Cathedral repair project access to all public parts of the square, including roads, for up to … View more
Cathedral Square's business and property owners fear the drawn-out cathedral rebuild saga will make a mess of all other plans for the area.

Laws passed in December give the upcoming Christ Church Cathedral repair project access to all public parts of the square, including roads, for up to 15 years.

2278 days ago

Game on at the library

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Want to keep the kids busy these school holidays? Linwood, Papanui and Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre libraries will be holding a computer game eSports tournament for kids aged 12 and over.
Find out how to get involved on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2286 days ago

Christchurch City Council bails out EcoCentral recycling company

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council is bailing out its recycling company to the tune of $3.2 million after a "dramatic" drop in revenue.

EcoCentral, the council-owned company that sorts all the yellow bin recycling and operates three transfer stations, needs the money after its revenue took … View more
The Christchurch City Council is bailing out its recycling company to the tune of $3.2 million after a "dramatic" drop in revenue.

EcoCentral, the council-owned company that sorts all the yellow bin recycling and operates three transfer stations, needs the money after its revenue took a hit when world commodity prices for paper, cardboard and plastics dropped.

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2279 days ago

BROWN PAPER BAG APPEAL IS HERE!

Jayne Mulligan from Christchurch City Mission

How it works: You can find the bags in The Press during the week of the 2nd July, or at your local New World stores. Ask one the New World team where the bags are if you can't spot them! Or pick them up from our reception at Hereford Street.
All you have to do is fill it with non-perishable … View more
How it works: You can find the bags in The Press during the week of the 2nd July, or at your local New World stores. Ask one the New World team where the bags are if you can't spot them! Or pick them up from our reception at Hereford Street.
All you have to do is fill it with non-perishable items, such as canned goods, dried pasta, rice and cereals, as well as toiletries and female hygiene items.
Once you've filled your bag, all you have to do is drop it off to either your local New World or to our reception on Hereford Street.
Each bag is helping real people in real need, thank you for your support.

Why we need your help: Last month our Foodbank experienced a 34% increase in the number of food parcels we gave out, compared to the previous year. And June has already been another busy month. We are asking you all to help us look after the families and people of Christchurch that need food support over the next few months.

We are facing a very real shortage of canned goods; staples like spaghetti, baked beans and canned fruit. Packets of pasta, rice, and noodles are in short supply, and so are essentials like sanitary items and toiletries.

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2285 days ago

Christchurch ratepayers saddled with 53 per cent rates increase over 10 years

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council has signed off on a $10.6 billion "back to basics" budget that will increase rates bills by more than half in 10 years.

Ratepayers will also have to pay a special levy of about $6.52 a year for 10 years to cover the council's $10 million contribution… View more
The Christchurch City Council has signed off on a $10.6 billion "back to basics" budget that will increase rates bills by more than half in 10 years.

Ratepayers will also have to pay a special levy of about $6.52 a year for 10 years to cover the council's $10 million contribution to help reinstate the Christ Church Cathedral.

The council has described its long term plan (LTP) as "focusing on the basics" after it decided to spend an extra $48m on wastewater infrastructure, $25m to improve drinking water – including getting rid of the chlorine – and to prioritise improvements to roads and footpaths.

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2279 days ago

Low-cost, kid friendly community fitness in Phillipstown

Carly from Waltham

Hey everyone! Just spreading the word about our awesome wee community fitness group based at the wonderful Phillipstown Community Hub. We have $2 group fitness sessions Tues/Weds/Thurs/Sat including Boxfit, Zumba, HIIT and more.

***100% Kid friendly!!*** Bring your kids, big and small. We have … View more
Hey everyone! Just spreading the word about our awesome wee community fitness group based at the wonderful Phillipstown Community Hub. We have $2 group fitness sessions Tues/Weds/Thurs/Sat including Boxfit, Zumba, HIIT and more.

***100% Kid friendly!!*** Bring your kids, big and small. We have snacks, toys, and a warm relaxed family atmosphere for all to enjoy.

Hit up Fitclub at the Hub on Facebook for more info and feel free to ask questions :)
www.facebook.com...

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2279 days ago

House of Travel Botanic D'Lights

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Save the date! House of Travel Botanic D’Lights is back for 2018.
Find out more: t.co...

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2283 days ago

The word on water: Latest on chlorination

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Keep up with the latest water updates.
Check out today's addition to our water blog here on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2282 days ago

Will this new park make parking a little easier for you?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Christchurch,

Is this new park-and-ride service going to make parking easier for you in your city? The owner of a local restaurant chain has turned his attention to hospital parking, opening the car park building door to the public. The building is on the corner of Deans Ave and Riccarton Rd.… View more
Hi Christchurch,

Is this new park-and-ride service going to make parking easier for you in your city? The owner of a local restaurant chain has turned his attention to hospital parking, opening the car park building door to the public. The building is on the corner of Deans Ave and Riccarton Rd.

Will you be parking there? How do you find parking in the area? Let us know in the replies!

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2279 days ago

Step aboard the new hospital shuttle service

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The shuttle service from central city to Christchurch Hospital is now up and running!
Learn more about the service here on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2279 days ago

Enrol now at the Christchurch School of Music

Christchurch School of Music

The Christchurch School of Music is a not-for-profit family-oriented community aimed at providing quality music education. Why not come along and join us?

From ages 2 to 92 we have something for everyone!

On a Saturday morning the whole family can find something to suit. Preschool and junior… View more
The Christchurch School of Music is a not-for-profit family-oriented community aimed at providing quality music education. Why not come along and join us?

From ages 2 to 92 we have something for everyone!

On a Saturday morning the whole family can find something to suit. Preschool and junior school children can start their musical journey by joining in our experiential “Take Off with Music". These classes are run by experienced music educator and CSM’s Music Director, Celia Stewart, who has extensive training and experience in working with children of all ages. The classes are carefully planned to ensure maximum fun, engagement and music learning.

At 4 1/2 years children are also able to begin learning Suzuki violin or cello with our very experienced Suzuki teachers and at 5 years old the recorder is a great way to start children learning an instrument that will set them up with music reading and musicianship skills that will last a lifetime.

Older children and adults may opt for group or individual lessons on a specific instrument (including voice). Those who already play are welcome to join in one of the great ensembles which all take part in regular concerts including Saturday soirees and a wide range of community events. Recitals where individuals can perform are also held regularly.

The UC Christchurch Youth Orchestra, CSM’s top orchestra, generously sponsored by the University of Canterbury Foundation, has an exciting concert series throughout the year. Their upcoming concert, “Confessions” being held in the Charles Luney Auditorium on 11 August is an excellent opportunity to hear Christchurch’s top youth musicians in concert. (Tickets available through Eventfinda.)

With six orchestras, two concert bands, a Big Band, a jazz combo, 6 wind ensembles, rock bands, two choirs, chamber groups, a samba band and a guitar ensemble there is an ensemble to suit all levels and all ages.

CSM also provides a comprehensive music education to participating primary schools via its Outreach programmes. With programmes offered in band, strings, recorder and ukulele in a wide range of Christchurch schools this is an area of the School which has grown fast over the last few years.

Another popular area of the School is the Late Starters programme where adults approaching retirement with more time on their hands have really enjoyed learning an instrument they never had the chance to play in their early years and join an ensemble with other like-minded adults.

If Saturday isn’t an option, CSM also offers a range of weekday opportunities for learning and playing music.

If affordability is an issue, CSM may be able to offer a discount through funding provided by the Rata Foundation.

Enrolments are open for Semester 2 so please contact us via our website www.csm.org.nz and let us start you on a musical journey that will bring pleasure for a lifetime.
Learn more

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