Fendalton, Christchurch

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1732 days ago

Have your say on DRAFT community board plan for 2020-22

Shirish Paranjape from Community Board member, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood C.Board

Residents have till 6th March to provide feedback on the draft community board plan for 2020-22 for Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood. This draft includes topics we have heard from residents via Neighbourly, Facebook, direct contact including e-mails or phone calls, pre-election door knocking and so on. … View moreResidents have till 6th March to provide feedback on the draft community board plan for 2020-22 for Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood. This draft includes topics we have heard from residents via Neighbourly, Facebook, direct contact including e-mails or phone calls, pre-election door knocking and so on.
I would encourage residents to make a submission even if it is to say that they support the draft.

1732 days ago

Free seminar tomorrow - NZ Health System presented in Mandarin

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Don't forget if you are new to Christchurch and want to know more about the new Zealand health care system , we are running a FREE seminar. :-New Zealand Health System
Seminar presented in Mandarin
WHEN: 9:30 - 11:30am on Tuesday 18 February 2020
WHERE: Riccarton Baptist Church, 80 Rattray … View more
Don't forget if you are new to Christchurch and want to know more about the new Zealand health care system , we are running a FREE seminar. :-New Zealand Health System
Seminar presented in Mandarin
WHEN: 9:30 - 11:30am on Tuesday 18 February 2020
WHERE: Riccarton Baptist Church, 80 Rattray St, Riccarton
Morning tea provided
Certificate of Attendance provided

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1732 days ago

Pioneering retirement for a trailblazing generation

Our residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.… View moreOur residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.

Ryman has been pioneering retirement living for 35 years. Our New Zealand and Australian villages are named after trailblazers: Sir Edmund Hilary, Weary Dunlop, Rita Angus, Nellie Melba. We always have, and always will, challenge the status quo and adapt to better serve our residents.
Find out more

1733 days ago

Come and join us at Culture Galore this Saturday - 22nd Feb 12-4pm

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Culture Galore is an annual event at Ray Blank Park celebrating Christchurch’s diverse ethnic culture in a family atmosphere.
There will be stage performances, activities and a range of food stalls. Event entry and activities are free . As well as all this fabulous entertainment , 2 of our … View more
Culture Galore is an annual event at Ray Blank Park celebrating Christchurch’s diverse ethnic culture in a family atmosphere.
There will be stage performances, activities and a range of food stalls. Event entry and activities are free . As well as all this fabulous entertainment , 2 of our wonderful volunteers will be there manning the CAB stall so why not say hello. If you are looking to get into volunteer then look no further ! We are currently recruiting for volunteers for our North and City Branches. If you are interested either ring 0800 367 222 , email manager.cabchch@gmail.com or talk to our volunteers at the Culture Galore event. See you there !

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1734 days ago

Garage Sale Sunday 9am. Ryeland Ave

David from Ilam

Clothing, old china, books, linen, outside bits & pieces, come and make an offer

Negotiable

1734 days ago

Race with all the family!

Resene

XRACE is a mystery adventure race where parent and child aged 6-14 race together, locate and complete 10 mystery challenges; racing the clock and all the other family teams. A team is made up of two people - an adult; dad or mum or a trusted relative or family friend and a child aged between 6 and … View moreXRACE is a mystery adventure race where parent and child aged 6-14 race together, locate and complete 10 mystery challenges; racing the clock and all the other family teams. A team is made up of two people - an adult; dad or mum or a trusted relative or family friend and a child aged between 6 and 14 years of age.

The challenges range from physical (like tug-of-war) to mental (like the memory challenge) to knowledge-based (like the music challenge) to fun (like painting with Resene colours).
Learn more

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1735 days ago

A weekend full of activities

Shirish Paranjape from Community Board member, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood C.Board

The upcoming weekend is full of activities for us to enjoy. Here are some, copied from Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood community board
newsletter.

Sparks
Saturday 15 February, 6.30pm to 10pm, North Hagley Park
Free family fireworks event led by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra – cultural … View more
The upcoming weekend is full of activities for us to enjoy. Here are some, copied from Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood community board
newsletter.

Sparks
Saturday 15 February, 6.30pm to 10pm, North Hagley Park
Free family fireworks event led by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra – cultural collaborations, traditional classics, modern day favourites and a few surprises.

Summer in the Styx
Sunday 16 February, 11am to 3pm, 303 Radcliffe Road, Styx Mill
Have a fun day in the sun whilst exploring one of Christchurch's brand-new regional parks with the Styx Living Laboratory Trust. Kayaking, guided walks, bird and water monitoring, planting, scavenger hunt, weaving and much more.

Music at Edmond Gardens
Sunday 16 February, noon to 4pm, Edmonds Factory Garden, 359 Ferry Road. An afternoon of free live music, afternoon teas $2.00. Chairs and/or rugs to sit on advised. Art display with plants and cards for sale. Free bouncy castle for children. Cancelled if wet.

Chinese New Year Parade
Sunday 16 February, 3pm to 5pm, Bridge of Remembrance to Cathedral Square. Organised by the Christchurch Chinese community to share the most important Chinese annual celebration. The parade from the Bridge of Remembrance to the Square through Cashel Street will be followed by performances by the paraders. Free.

Lazy Sundays
Every Sunday, 3.30pm to 5pm until 16 February, Archery Lawn, Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Free live music, picnickers welcome.

Summer Theatre – Treasure Island
Until 16 February, Weather Station Lawn, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Wed-Sun 6.30pm Weekend matinee 1.30pm, Sword fights, live sound effects, ridiculous dancing and rapid-fire storytelling. Koha/donations.

Open Air Summer Shakespeare
Until 22 February, Mona Vale Gardens, Mona Vale Lane, Riccarton
Daily 6pm, Saturday's 2pm matinee, Entry fee $15 adults. For more information: ccc.govt.nz...

Coming up:
Culture Galore
22 February, 12 noon to 4pm, Ray Blank Park, 156 Maidstone Road, Avonhead

Earthquake Anniversary
Saturday 22 February, 12 noon to 1.30pm, Canterbury earthquake National Memorial, Avon River from Montreal St Bridge. Free.

1735 days ago

Pineapple Soup at Children's Day

Heidi from Strowan

Red Zone Transitional Land
152 New Brighton Road
Dallington
Christchurch

Date: 1 March 2020, 11am - 3pm

Christchurch's very own Pineapple Soup (Music for Kids) will be playing at this event. Check out a link to this top quality children's music. That parents will want to boogie… View more
Red Zone Transitional Land
152 New Brighton Road
Dallington
Christchurch

Date: 1 March 2020, 11am - 3pm

Christchurch's very own Pineapple Soup (Music for Kids) will be playing at this event. Check out a link to this top quality children's music. That parents will want to boogie to also! pineapplesoup.bandcamp.com...
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pineapplesoup.bandcamp.com...

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1735 days ago
1735 days ago

Making use of a small space

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Make this nifty fold-out bar and cupboard for your outdoor living space.

Paint in your favourite Resene colours to complement your décor or accent it. Ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this … View more
Make this nifty fold-out bar and cupboard for your outdoor living space.

Paint in your favourite Resene colours to complement your décor or accent it. Ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1736 days ago

Wolf Belly at 12 Bar

Heidi from Strowan

342 St Asaph St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand

22:00-01:30
14th of February

1736 days ago

Fire season restrictions across most of New Zealand

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The nationwide fire risk has skyrocketed after a long dry spell, even in parts of the country not used to extreme fire danger.

To read more, click here.

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1742 days ago

Which 'summer' are you having?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

It's been a mixed summer so far for New Zealand. Much of the country has seen record breaking temperatures, drought-conditions and scrub fires. But in recent days the West Coast and Southland have experienced heavy rains, flooding, evacuations and closed roads. Our thoughts are with affected.
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It's been a mixed summer so far for New Zealand. Much of the country has seen record breaking temperatures, drought-conditions and scrub fires. But in recent days the West Coast and Southland have experienced heavy rains, flooding, evacuations and closed roads. Our thoughts are with affected.

Our skies have been coloured by smoke blown over from the Australian bushfires, meanwhile Wellingtonians are just stoked if they get to see the sun.

How has your summer been?

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1736 days ago
1737 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter February 2020

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!

In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.

There is a story on money mules, what they are and what to do if you unintentionally become one.

We also have handy tips on staying fit and healthy with stories on Senior Chef cooking classes and chair yoga.

Make sure to read and share it!

To subscribe, to the newsletter follow this link: bit.ly...
To view the current edition go to: bit.ly...

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