Belfast, Christchurch

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2669 days ago

City bees: hive of activity

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, thought you might enjoy this article about the bees you share your city with.

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2669 days ago

Poll: Mahuru Māori: what does taonga mean?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Morena.
Here's our third challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after … View more
Morena.
Here's our third challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after you've guessed!

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Mahuru Māori: what does taonga mean?
  • 6.3% A fearless warrior
    6.3% Complete
  • 73.7% A highly prized resource or object
    73.7% Complete
  • 9.5% An ancient fable or story
    9.5% Complete
  • 10.5% An artifact from long ago
    10.5% Complete
95 votes
2670 days ago

How much do our customers save?

Electric from Auckland Central

Hey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power … View moreHey everyone. Over the past year over 1000 customers provided us with a bill from their previous supplier when they joined. We ran the numbers, and we’re proud to say that customers switching to Electric Kiwi save $240 a year on average! Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company?

Want to know what you could save? Head to our online calculator.
Find out more

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2670 days ago

Streets for People

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Streets for People! Central City Street Party.. you don't want to miss it! More details to come: bit.ly...

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2670 days ago

Love Food Hate Waste Workshops

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Looking for inspiration to reduce your household food waste and save money at the same time? Come along to the Food Lovers Masterclasses with Kate Meads on the 12 and 13 September.
All workshop attendees walk away with a goodie bag valued at $100. Spaces are limited so be sure to book now!

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Looking for inspiration to reduce your household food waste and save money at the same time? Come along to the Food Lovers Masterclasses with Kate Meads on the 12 and 13 September.
All workshop attendees walk away with a goodie bag valued at $100. Spaces are limited so be sure to book now!

Tuesday 12 September Workshop: bit.ly...

Wednesday 13 September Workshop: bit.ly...

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2670 days ago

New Zealand Broadcasting Survey 2

Tiegan from Parklands - Marshlands

Hello Neighbours,

The New Zealand Broadcasting School would love to accurately represent Christchurch males aged between 20-29 through our potential new radio station for 2018. If you, or anyone you know, fits into this age gap, please fill out/forward this 5 minute survey.
Thank you!

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Hello Neighbours,

The New Zealand Broadcasting School would love to accurately represent Christchurch males aged between 20-29 through our potential new radio station for 2018. If you, or anyone you know, fits into this age gap, please fill out/forward this 5 minute survey.
Thank you!

www.surveymonkey.com...

2670 days ago

Poll: Mahuru Māori:: what does powhiri mean?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Here's our second challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after … View more
Here's our second challenge for the week, leading up to next week's Māori Language Week.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after you've guessed!

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Mahuru Māori:: what does powhiri mean?
  • 3.8% A child's toy
    3.8% Complete
  • 90.6% A welcoming ceremony
    90.6% Complete
  • 3.8% A song
    3.8% Complete
  • 1.9% A traditional costume
    1.9% Complete
106 votes
2670 days ago

Which pollinator are you?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Take this fun and absolutely unscientific quiz to identify your spirit pollinator! And hopefully, you'll enjoy it as a quirky way to learn a few facts about the pollinators in your garden.

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2670 days ago

How's your hongi?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

In many parts of New Zealand the hongi is a pretty normal greeting,
between friends on the streets, family members or team mates after a
big game, filling the same function as a handshake. But the gesture
also has solemn and spiritual roots, useful on the marae and in the
home. A distinctively … View more
In many parts of New Zealand the hongi is a pretty normal greeting,
between friends on the streets, family members or team mates after a
big game, filling the same function as a handshake. But the gesture
also has solemn and spiritual roots, useful on the marae and in the
home. A distinctively kiwi greeting. Have you experienced a hongi?
Where was that? The big question though, with wiki o te reo Māori
coming up, would you use the hongi in your everyday life, making it
the standard greeting in your area?
** We may with to use your comments in print. Please indicate if you're not happy with your words appearing in the paper by placing NFP at the end of your comment.**

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2671 days ago

What household task would you like a hand with?

Student Job Search

Could your household do with a spruce up? Spring is here which means it’s time to get your home into shape! It’s true we could all do with an extra pair of hands around the house, but what would you use them for? Student Job Search has 35 years of experience matching household employers with … View moreCould your household do with a spruce up? Spring is here which means it’s time to get your home into shape! It’s true we could all do with an extra pair of hands around the house, but what would you use them for? Student Job Search has 35 years of experience matching household employers with students – So what household task do you need help with? Let us know here by voting in our poll. Vote now!

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2685 days ago

Builder

Jay from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Available now . I have a high standard of building , decks and fences   and  gates also inside and outside  work . no job to big or to small .
call Jason  0277467648

2671 days ago

Foal alarm

Sian from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi guys, I'm looking to borrow/hire a foal alarm for a friend who's mare is close to full term. Happy to give a deposit to ensure it's safe return. Many thanks in advance 😊

2671 days ago

Gardening Services

Brian Farrant from 'That Guy' Gardening and Home Services

Spring is finally here! Soon you'll be spending a lot more time outdoors.. let me get your garden/section and lawns ready for the new season! Please call/text or email me for a free quote. Brian 0274857373 or farrantb50@gmail.com

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2671 days ago

Dog's Day Out - The Breeze Walking Festival 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

How does your dog react when you mention the W word? Take your four-legged dog friend on a walk as part of The Breeze Walking Festival. Go on, make their day. For more information about the event go to: bit.ly...

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