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1503 days ago

Plugging in... to Ilam

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

The weather bomb is said to be only hours away as the Plugging In tour crosses the border into Christchurch’s Ilam electorate under a clear blue sky and battered by a pellucid wind.

While the weather is providing plenty of suspense, the result in this electorate, which contains some of … View more
The weather bomb is said to be only hours away as the Plugging In tour crosses the border into Christchurch’s Ilam electorate under a clear blue sky and battered by a pellucid wind.

While the weather is providing plenty of suspense, the result in this electorate, which contains some of Christchurch’s priciest suburbs, is boringly predictable.

Gerry Brownlee, the deputy leader of the National Party, has held the seat since 1996 and in the last election National netted 52.6 per cent of the party vote compared to Labour’s 31.2 per cent. Ilam is stereotyped by its leafy streets and its Merivale Mum getting a coffee in her SUV but it contains plenty of ordinary suburbs and low decile areas.

1503 days ago

Got a work noticeboard or Intranet page - pop PT in the Park up there!

Dena Cowen-Willis from PT in the Park

We're so pleased to be back at Carlton mill cnr, Hagley Park every Saturday at 9:00am!
Free exercise run by qualified Trainers and designed for all ages and abilities
#ptinthepark #seeyouonsaturday

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1511 days ago

People's Choice Penguin: Christchurch art trail needs your vote

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

They might be black and white in the wild but a waddle of colourful penguins will be coming to Christchurch this summer – and you can help choose the final line-up.

The Pop Up Penguin project will see 115 specially designed sculptures located across the city from November.

The Wild in Art trail… View more
They might be black and white in the wild but a waddle of colourful penguins will be coming to Christchurch this summer – and you can help choose the final line-up.

The Pop Up Penguin project will see 115 specially designed sculptures located across the city from November.

The Wild in Art trail will include penguins painted by 50 established and up and coming artists and they will be in place for nine weeks, giving locals and visitors the chance to see them all.

Among the artists taking part is Indonesian artist Zulfirman Syah who survived the March 15 mosque attacks.

Stuff is inviting you to help commission one of the sculptures by voting for your favourite from five design finalists. Voting can be done here from midday on Monday until midday on Sunday, September 27.

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1513 days ago

What has your experience with Christchurch City Council been like?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

In a bid to overturn a scathing approval rating, Christchurch City Council is making moves to create a new residents’ forum.

The council says it wants people to feel they are being listened to and their views are respected. It also wants more people to trust the council’s decision-making … View more
In a bid to overturn a scathing approval rating, Christchurch City Council is making moves to create a new residents’ forum.

The council says it wants people to feel they are being listened to and their views are respected. It also wants more people to trust the council’s decision-making process.

In May, the council released its annual residents’ survey, showing just half of the city’s residents were satisfied with the services it provided – down from 62 per cent last year.

Some 23 per cent of respondents were dissatisfied with council's performance and 27 per cent were neutral. It is the lowest result since 2007, when the question was first asked as part of the survey.

How do you feel about the council's performance? And will a new forum help? Give us your thoughts below.

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1503 days ago

Get Saving!

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

We thought this was amazing. What a great way to teach your children the value of saving and getting them to add up the money is a fun way to do some maths. You could try using different bottles and different coins here in NZ.

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1503 days ago

Mass recall of popular reusable coffee cups

Neighbourly.co.nz

Reusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately … View more
Reusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately as a user could be burnt or scalded.

What you need to know:

- Contact Biopak or ring 0800 246 725 to get a refund on faulty items.

- The products were sold from January 2013 to September 2020

- All resuable coffee cups (8oz, 12oz, 16oz) in plain green or white should be
returned to Biopak.

- Those with custom names “SexieCoffie”, “Columbit”, “Echo”, “Hedland”, “Crop to Cup” or “Home Grain”. Should be returned immediately.

To find out more about this recall, see the government recall website.

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1503 days ago

NEED HELP WITH YOUR SLIDING DOOR?

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

IS YOUR SLIDING DOOR NOT SLIDING PROPERLY??
The biggest issue that makes doors prone to coming off the tracks is lack of maintenance. Sliding doors, like all the other parts and systems in your home, require regular cleaning and maintenance ⚒
NEED SOMEONE TO SORT THIS OUT FOR YOU??

Exceed we fix… View more
IS YOUR SLIDING DOOR NOT SLIDING PROPERLY??
The biggest issue that makes doors prone to coming off the tracks is lack of maintenance. Sliding doors, like all the other parts and systems in your home, require regular cleaning and maintenance ⚒
NEED SOMEONE TO SORT THIS OUT FOR YOU??

Exceed we fix windows & doors team can help you with any issues with your sliding door.

Book a visit with us and let our experts get to the bottom of the issue, replace parts and make recommendations to get your door sliding smoothly again! ?

Every time you book a visit with us you support a Kiwi business and family. Buy local to support locals ????

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1504 days ago

To Giveaway: Egg Trays

Penny from Papanui

Eggs trays to giveaway as a one of lot. Pick up only in Papanui. Thanks

Free

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1508 days ago

Forum addressing Sex education, Youth mental health, Addiction and Pornography

Dianne from Upper Riccarton

Open to all.
Speakers are Helen Houghton - teacher of 15 years and Bronnie Lyell - Youth and family counsellor of 10 years. Both are also candidates for New Conservative Party.
Honest presentations followed by Questions and Answers
Tuesday Sept 29th, at 7pm
North New Brighton Community Centre
93 … View more
Open to all.
Speakers are Helen Houghton - teacher of 15 years and Bronnie Lyell - Youth and family counsellor of 10 years. Both are also candidates for New Conservative Party.
Honest presentations followed by Questions and Answers
Tuesday Sept 29th, at 7pm
North New Brighton Community Centre
93 Marine Parade
Looking forward to seeing you

1504 days ago

Everything’s better at first light with Hummingbird Coffee

Hummingbird Coffee

We’re watching the sunrise from the heart of the city at Moment Café. For barista Emma, dawn means a quiet moment before rush hour with a long black brewed with their very own Hummingbird blend, ‘Moment’.

What’s your first light moment at Moment Cafe - Christchurch City?

Discover … View more
We’re watching the sunrise from the heart of the city at Moment Café. For barista Emma, dawn means a quiet moment before rush hour with a long black brewed with their very own Hummingbird blend, ‘Moment’.

What’s your first light moment at Moment Cafe - Christchurch City?

Discover what #BetterAtFirstLight means to us at hummingbirdcoffee.com
Find out more

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1505 days ago

SUCCESS!

Principal Immigration Adviser from Zealand Immigration

We are extremely happy to announce that at least 5 visas from a major retailer have been approved today after endlessly trying to convince INZ on employer compliance and other issues. From speaking to technical advisers to immigration managers; this has been ongoing for a while, but we very pleased… View moreWe are extremely happy to announce that at least 5 visas from a major retailer have been approved today after endlessly trying to convince INZ on employer compliance and other issues. From speaking to technical advisers to immigration managers; this has been ongoing for a while, but we very pleased with the outcome of these applications. Just goes to show how passionate we are to get the best services for our clients; and how we go the extra mile to make your dreams come true. 👏🤩🎉

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1511 days ago

New LED streetlights outside Christchurch home 'obscenely bright and intrusive'

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

Every night Gary Bridgman’s Christchurch home is lit up like a sports stadium.

The Fendalton resident blames new LED streetlights installed on the street outside, and says complaints to the city council about an “unbelievable” glare coming through his windows have gone … View more
Hey neighbours,

Every night Gary Bridgman’s Christchurch home is lit up like a sports stadium.

The Fendalton resident blames new LED streetlights installed on the street outside, and says complaints to the city council about an “unbelievable” glare coming through his windows have gone unresolved for weeks.

The two lights either side of the house produce a whiter light than their predecessors, Bridgman says, causing the house to be “lit up like it’s floodlit” at night. He has seen other LED streetlights in his area that are “very good”.

Council says the complaints are being investigated and the contractor has been asked to provide a solution.

What are your thoughts on this? Have you had a similar experience? Let us know below.

1505 days ago

Cleaner wanted St Albans

Sam from St Albans

Hi there, we are wanting someone to clean our place once a week for a few hours, with a deeper clean (including windows) every now and then.

1505 days ago

Water quality data reveals a 'very mixed bag' for Canterbury rivers

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Land Air Water Aotearoa found urban waterways generally had the worst water quality, followed by those flowing through pastureland, while those in native forest had the best.

One expert said it was hard to find a Canterbury river where at least one indicator was not degrading, but improving … View more
Land Air Water Aotearoa found urban waterways generally had the worst water quality, followed by those flowing through pastureland, while those in native forest had the best.

One expert said it was hard to find a Canterbury river where at least one indicator was not degrading, but improving quality was a long-term game and people need to keep their eye on the ball.

Read the full story here.

1505 days ago

Everything’s better at first light with Hummingbird Coffee

Hummingbird Coffee

Watch the world wake up from the patio at @room205chch, in the north west of Christchurch. At first light, barista Olivia and her dog Arlo take in the serenity of the neighbourhood, before serving up Hummingbird to the local early birds.

Sunny days guarantee that our patio will be full of … View more
Watch the world wake up from the patio at @room205chch, in the north west of Christchurch. At first light, barista Olivia and her dog Arlo take in the serenity of the neighbourhood, before serving up Hummingbird to the local early birds.

Sunny days guarantee that our patio will be full of guests enjoying a drink or treat. On not-so-sunny days, we also offer comfortable seating inside our cafe with free wifi and plenty of outlets!

What’s your first light moment at Room 205 - Fendalton?

Discover what #BetterAtFirstLight means to us at hummingbirdcoffee.com
Find out more

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