New Brighton Christmas Church Services
Come and Join us at Christmas
Saturday 19 December
5pm Community Carols and Barbecue tea
Hear the Christmas Story with the children and join us for a barbecue tea after.
St Luke's Anglican Church, 212 Pine Avenue, South Brighton
Sunday 20 December
5pm Carols with the New Brighton Silver Band and a free Barbecue tea after the service.
St Andrew's Anglican Church 107 Marriotts Road, North New Brighton.
Christmas Eve Thursday 24 December
9pm Candle-light Christmas Service
A quiet contemplative service to reflect on the birth of Christ Jesus.
St Luke's Anglican Church 212 Pine Ave., South Brighton
Christmas Day Friday 25 December
9am Christmas Service
St Luke's Anglican Church 212 Pine Ave., South Brighton
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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19.7% Small fireworks displays in each community
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8.1% Keep it as is
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32.9% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.4% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
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What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.