Bishopdale, Christchurch

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

1988 days ago

Do you agree the Crusaders rugby team should keep their name?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) chairman Brent Impey has revealed the Crusaders will be keeping their name in 2020 after calls to change it in the wake of the Christchurch shootings on March 15.

The Crusaders name debate has been hotly disputed after the terrorist attack in Christchurch, where 51 people … View more
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) chairman Brent Impey has revealed the Crusaders will be keeping their name in 2020 after calls to change it in the wake of the Christchurch shootings on March 15.

The Crusaders name debate has been hotly disputed after the terrorist attack in Christchurch, where 51 people were killed after a gunman opened fire on Muslim worshippers in two mosques in the city.

The name-change pressure emerged because of the centuries-old sensitivity over the history of the Crusades, which were bloody medieval conflicts between Muslims and Christians.

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1987 days ago

Fill a Bag

Lynda from Bishopdale

Hi I sell Preloved Clothing from my home all in Excellent condition. Adults sizes are from 6 to 2xxl .Babys + Kids are NB to 16yrs also have Shoes .Bags.School uniforms and school bags Socks.Scarfs.hats all Sorts. I am open 7 days a week my hr's are 9.30am till 6pm week days and 9.30am till … View moreHi I sell Preloved Clothing from my home all in Excellent condition. Adults sizes are from 6 to 2xxl .Babys + Kids are NB to 16yrs also have Shoes .Bags.School uniforms and school bags Socks.Scarfs.hats all Sorts. I am open 7 days a week my hr's are 9.30am till 6pm week days and 9.30am till 4pm weekends . And Please CASH only Thanx

Price: $5

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1987 days ago

Improve your computer skills for free

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Great news for all digital upskillers: you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life - for free and at your own pace - at Ara Connect!

We’ve got courses in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and a Certificate in Computing, plus you can learn how to touch-type, use the internet, create a … View more
Great news for all digital upskillers: you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life - for free and at your own pace - at Ara Connect!

We’ve got courses in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and a Certificate in Computing, plus you can learn how to touch-type, use the internet, create a website and lots more.

There are Ara Connect locations throughout Christchurch, Timaru and Oamaru. We’re open Monday to Friday, and some locations are open Saturdays and weekends too, so you can fit your studies around work, family and other commitments.

To find out more, visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
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1987 days ago

New Sunday evening Zumba class

Halie from Redwood

Brand new Sunday evening Zumba class starting this weekend, 16th June, 6pm at Marshland School!! Just a gold coin if it's your first class

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1987 days ago

Free Talk: Hate Speech and Free Speech in NZ

Cori from Bishopdale

With talk of new Hate Speech Legislation in NZ, it would be interesting to see the effect such legislation has had in other countries.

You are invited to come to a free talk by respected NZ historian, PROF PAUL MOON on HATE SPEECH AND FREE SPEECH IN NEW ZEALAND

Where: Spark Room, Christchurch … View more
With talk of new Hate Speech Legislation in NZ, it would be interesting to see the effect such legislation has had in other countries.

You are invited to come to a free talk by respected NZ historian, PROF PAUL MOON on HATE SPEECH AND FREE SPEECH IN NEW ZEALAND

Where: Spark Room, Christchurch Central Library, Turanga, Gloucester Street, Christchurch
When: 2.00pm, Sunday, June 16.
Limited seating: The Spark Room has only seats 60.

Admission: A plate of finger food. Please avoid pork and seafood products. A collection will be taken to defray expenses.

With talk of new Hate Speech Legislation in NZ, this free talk shows how ineffective such legislation has been; and offers a robust alternative to counter ideologies of prejudice and intolerance.

NZ Friends of Israel wishes to acknowledge the kind support of the Holocaust Centre of NZ. This address was originally part of their Human Rights Series of lectures.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER Having written over 25 books, Professor Paul Moon is one of New Zealand’s best-selling and respected historians and social commentators. His specialist area is New Zealand history, and in 2014, he was shortlisted for the international Ernest Scott Prize in History for his book Encounters: The Creation of New Zealand, which academics described as ‘powerful’ and ‘truly fascinating’. His works have been published by Penguin Random House, and HarperCollins. He has worked on several Treaty claims, and with numerous government agencies, on Treaty-related issues. In 2003 he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society at University College, London, and has since gained fellowships in the Royal Geographical Society and the Royal Society of Arts. He also has been a consultant on documentaries about New Zealand history

Date and Time: Sunday June 16, 2:00 pm,

For inquiries, phone: 021 0224 2515

1987 days ago

NASA's SOFIA Open Day July 20- free tickets avail 14 June 10am

Aaron Campbell from Aaron Campbell - Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Board

The info is from the Eventbrite page- link below
- be careful, this will probably be popular and there looks to be plenty of strict conditions of entry-

"NASA's aircraft SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy) is in Christchurch and is offering you one chance to tour., … View more
The info is from the Eventbrite page- link below
- be careful, this will probably be popular and there looks to be plenty of strict conditions of entry-

"NASA's aircraft SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy) is in Christchurch and is offering you one chance to tour., between 11am and 3pm on Saturday July 20. The last boarding time is 2:30pm.
In order to register for a ticket, you will need to provide the below information:
• Full Name as it appears on your photo ID
• Address
• NZ Driver Licence number, and expiration or Passport country, number, expiration
Please note that the below restrictions for access apply:
• SOFIA is a working science laboratory and is not accessible to people with disabilities. All guests must be ambulatory, able to walk one-quarter mile, and ascend and descend 25 stairs unaided.
• The observatory is not suitable for young children. Guests must be 10 years or older.
• All guests, including minors (10-18 years of age), must present a ticket to board observatory (confirms their information has been checked).
• All attendees must have photo ID, other than minors who must be accompanied by a responsible adult with photo ID.
• Guests will be escorted across an active aircraft ramp and must stay together, walking as a group.
• Guests should dress for the weather.
• All guests are subject to search.
• No bags, no backpacks, no large purses, no large camera bags.
• No open-toed shoes, no high heels.
• Pockets as empty as possible. If anything is dropped it must be picked up.
• No smoking of any kind. No electronic cigarettes allowed.
• This is a working observatory and guests are asked not to touch keyboards, monitors, or other mission equipment.
• Do not remove anything from the aircraft.
• Due to access restrictions we are unable to allow any wheelchairs, walkers, strollers or infants in carry harnesses.
Each ticket must be registered to a person’s name. Please enter a passport or driver licence for each person. This will be checked off against the ID shown on the day at registration. If the attendee is a minor then you can enter N/A into that field.
The only items you are able to bring with you are:
• Car Key
• Photo ID
• Camera or Phone
• Closed toe shoes and no high heels
• NO BAGS ARE PERMITTED
On arrival please proceed to the registration tent. Here you will be given a wristband for your viewing time and a briefing card once you have shown your ticket and matching ID. You will then proceed to security screening area. All loose items will be placed in trays on trestle tables which you can collect after you have been scanned with a metal detector wand. Please ensure you arrive with enough time to complete these formalities.
Please note you will enter the left forward doors and exit the right forward door. There are many people who want to enjoy this experience, so in fairness to everyone, please adhere to the timeframes on your ticket and keep things moving through the aircraft. This is a self-guided tour and any questions can be answered inside the hangar once you are off the aircraft."

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1992 days ago

With nominations close, an interesting local election battle looms

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

OPINION: We're just four months out from election day for local government.

Candidate nominations for the Christchurch City Council will open in six weeks and the early signals are that the city is in for a far more contested election battle than the snore-fest that blighted us three years … View more
OPINION: We're just four months out from election day for local government.

Candidate nominations for the Christchurch City Council will open in six weeks and the early signals are that the city is in for a far more contested election battle than the snore-fest that blighted us three years ago.

Read the full opinion piece by columnist Mike Yardley by clicking on the link below and tell us what you think in the comments.

1988 days ago

Socialist Heroes

Jan Tedesco from NW WEA - a branch of CWEA

Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday 14th June, to listen to Dan Bartlett's talk on 'Socialist Heroes'.
His talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone … View more
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday 14th June, to listen to Dan Bartlett's talk on 'Socialist Heroes'.
His talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy.

1988 days ago

Te Ao with Moana

Māori Television

Join us for investigative journalism and stories that bring Māori news to the forefront. View on demand

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1992 days ago

Cost of all-day parking in central Christchurch building goes up

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Motorists will soon have to pay $15 to park all day in a city council-owned central Christchurch parking building.

The Christchurch City Council decided to increase the price from $10 to $15 citing the Christchurch Hospital park-and-ride operating from the parking building and new shops and … View more
Motorists will soon have to pay $15 to park all day in a city council-owned central Christchurch parking building.

The Christchurch City Council decided to increase the price from $10 to $15 citing the Christchurch Hospital park-and-ride operating from the parking building and new shops and businesses opening nearby.

"There is now high demand for short stay parking and the Lichfield St parking building regularly nears capacity," it said.

The new charge will start on July 1. The council said it hoped charging more would free up more short stay parking spaces.

The Lichfield St car park building has 805 parks and initially ran below capacity.

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1993 days ago

Rabbit Show in Christchurch

Deborah from Bryndwr

Hey Christchurch Folk - Pets and Breed can show.
See Picture for location etc.
Venue is Marshlands Scout Hall, 410 Prestons Road, Christchurch, 10am-3pm

1988 days ago

Christchurch Chicks Book Club

Missy A. from Avonhead

Hi All,
This book club is for women of all ages!
Come and let's get our reading on! A member will pick a book each month and then create discussion questions and choose the location to meet.
We'll be kicking off this bookclub📚 with June's book The Rumour, by Lesley Kara! … View more
Hi All,
This book club is for women of all ages!
Come and let's get our reading on! A member will pick a book each month and then create discussion questions and choose the location to meet.
We'll be kicking off this bookclub📚 with June's book The Rumour, by Lesley Kara! We'll meet at 10AM Sunday, June 30th at Joe's Garage in Riccarton. See you then!!!!
Look forward to meeting you!!!! Join our FB group at- www.facebook.com...

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1989 days ago

Winter warmers for gameday

Mainland Cheese

One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View more
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and smoked cheese and chilli nachos.

So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
Find out more

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1991 days ago

Moving house

Prue from Papanui

Does anyone have some large packing boxes they want to get rid off?
Thanks

1990 days ago

One myth about sport every parent should know

The Team from ACC New Zealand

All parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential … View moreAll parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential mental health issues in later life.

Since 2008 we’ve seen a 60% surge in sporting injuries among under 14s. This is twice that of any other age group.

We’ve talked with the experts to discover how to maintain Kiwi kids’ sporting balance, and how you can help them reach their potential:

One myth about kids sport every parent should know https://acc.nz/2QxTIro

Five ways to help your kids find sporting balance: https://acc.nz/2XitMT5
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