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A special function was held at Burnside Bowling club on Wednesday evening to launch the World Bowls championships. Several international players, including New Zealand Blackjacks; the coach and some players of Tactix netball team and other sporting organisations were present. Everyone split in … View moreA special function was held at Burnside Bowling club on Wednesday evening to launch the World Bowls championships. Several international players, including New Zealand Blackjacks; the coach and some players of Tactix netball team and other sporting organisations were present. Everyone split in teams and played for an hour of so, before joining in the club rooms for mix & mingle.
The competition runs from 29th November to 11 December, and will be played at 3 different venues - Burnside Bowling Club, Fendalton Bowling Club and Bowls Papanui.
This competition will see 34 countries represented by about 240 players. Some teams have just 1 players, while others have a squad of 10. They will be playing in fours, triples, pairs and singles - in both men and women categories.
The teams come from countries as diverse as Brunei, Cyprus, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Jersey and Macao - to name a few.
Cr Aaron Keown, fellow community board member Aaron Campbell and I attended this event on behalf of FWH community board, as well as tried our hands at lawn bowling - with varying degrees of success!
Coincidentally, all 3 venues are part of FWH area.
Mayor Lianne Dalziel will welcome all the teams formally on behalf of the city of Christchurch on Monday 28th at Civic offices.
With the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a… View moreWith the launch of the Foot It campaign, we've all been talking about walking, cycling and scooting to school, and you've been coming up with some great ideas to support our kids.
But for some families it's not an option - especially if you live in a rural area, or your kids go to a school on the other side of town. So tell us the main mode of transport by which your children or grandchildren commute.
Plus: Don't forget to join up to a Foot It Club at www.neighbourly.co.nz..., and go into the draw to WIN one of 50 Micro scooters.
You’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along … View moreYou’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. It’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team. Register now.
Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.
You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!
I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
The Warehouse is supporting New Zealanders affected by the recent earthquakes by accepting donations at every checkout coinbox for The Red Cross. Donations will be accepted until Sunday 18 December and all funds raised will go directly to help earthquake relief. The Warehouse appreciates the … View moreThe Warehouse is supporting New Zealanders affected by the recent earthquakes by accepting donations at every checkout coinbox for The Red Cross. Donations will be accepted until Sunday 18 December and all funds raised will go directly to help earthquake relief. The Warehouse appreciates the generosity of its customers in helping their fellow Kiwis at a time of need.
You decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and … View moreYou decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and decorate your letterbox for the festive season! Share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before 11 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
In Feb 2017 our landlord is selling up so we will be on the lookout for a nice, warm and dry family home. My wife and I both work and our two children attend primary school. No pets. Non smokers. Would love to hear from anyone with such a rental property near Ilam.
From 8am Wednesday 23rd November until further notice all buses will detour away from part of Edgeware Rd while road works are carried out. Buses travelling towards Merivale and Wigram will detour off Barbadoes St onto Canon St and Manchester St back onto Edgeware Rd to continue the normal route. … View moreFrom 8am Wednesday 23rd November until further notice all buses will detour away from part of Edgeware Rd while road works are carried out. Buses travelling towards Merivale and Wigram will detour off Barbadoes St onto Canon St and Manchester St back onto Edgeware Rd to continue the normal route. Buses traveling towards the Palms will detour off Edgeware Rd onto Manchester St and Canon St back onto Barbadoes St to continue the normal route. Bus stops 38355, 38431 and 38340 on Edgeware Rd will be closed during this time and temporary stops will be available on Manchester St instead. View detour map below.
Enjoy the amenities (bar, meals, entertainment) at the Cashmere Club, Colombo St and dance, socialise, meet people. 60s Rock dance music by "The Boys" from 8.00 - 11.30. $5 cover charge. Bring yourself or your group. Tables and seating.
Red Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
… View moreRed Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
"There's so much food and stuff gone, but we're alive - that's the main thing," says Kaikoura resident Diane Edkins (pictured) who finds out whether her house is given the all-clear while a Red Cross volunteer is with her: www.redcross.org.nz...
Please donate to Red Cross' November 2016 Earthquake Appeal at www.redcross.org.nz... Thank you for your support.
If you would like to donate to the Earthquake Appeal this can be done at any of our 3 stores, Church Corner, Rangiora and 320 Manchester st.
100% of your donation goes to help those effected by the quake.
It was quite an eventful week.
On Monday, we had our first meeting of FWH Community board. During this, we heard 3 deputations by appointment (2 relating to a proposed liquor store and 1 relating to yellow no-parking lines); while on the other hand we approved funding grants for 4 different … View moreIt was quite an eventful week.
On Monday, we had our first meeting of FWH Community board. During this, we heard 3 deputations by appointment (2 relating to a proposed liquor store and 1 relating to yellow no-parking lines); while on the other hand we approved funding grants for 4 different applications - all involving young students. It involved a scout group, a volleyball competition, "outward bound" course and student exchange programme!
On Saturday, I attended Justice of Peace training, where one of the presenters was fellow community board member Sam MacDonald - giving us JPs an insight into Rata Foundation. Sam is one of the trustees there.
Later that day, several Neighbourly Leads from across Christchurch met at Betty's Cafe. It was nice to connect with each other.
"Celebrate Bishopdale" was held on Sunday, in perfect weather. It was great to see an excellent turnout with members of community enjoying what was on offer. Scores of children from local schools put up pleasing performances. Cr Aaron Keown and several community board members attended the event.
Today (Monday) - we do not have a regular community board meeting - but we do have a workshop on annual plan. Thereafter, I will be attending a community meeting organised by Hon. Nicky Wagner (Christchuch Central MP) where the minister of Immigration Hon. Michael Woodhouse will be speaking.
Did I forget my usual Wednesday evening Rotary meeting....
Have a nice day.
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday 25th November to listen to Glenis Tricklebank of the Salvation Army talk on "Supportive Accommodation for Men".
Her talk starts at 10.30am but come and have a tea or coffee and … View moreCome along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday 25th November to listen to Glenis Tricklebank of the Salvation Army talk on "Supportive Accommodation for Men".
Her talk starts at 10.30am but come and have a tea or coffee and a biscuit first (about 10am).
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy.
Plenty of activities, food and entertainment for families - I am not listing everything, please come over and find out yourself.
The festival has grown from 300 visitors (2013) to over 1000 in 2015 , and has become an annual event.
Of course, one does not need to live in Bishopdale to visit and … View morePlenty of activities, food and entertainment for families - I am not listing everything, please come over and find out yourself.
The festival has grown from 300 visitors (2013) to over 1000 in 2015 , and has become an annual event.
Of course, one does not need to live in Bishopdale to visit and enjoy this event! Please see the attached poster.
www.bethere.co.nz...
[This event is supported by Christchurch City Council & Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board]
Christchurch City Council is a proud supporter of the World Bowls Championships 2016. The world’s best bowlers are set to descend on Christchurch in November when the city hosts the pinnacle - World Bowls Championships.
Running from 29 November to 11 December, the championships will see top … View moreChristchurch City Council is a proud supporter of the World Bowls Championships 2016. The world’s best bowlers are set to descend on Christchurch in November when the city hosts the pinnacle - World Bowls Championships.
Running from 29 November to 11 December, the championships will see top class international bowlers battling it out on greens across Christchurch.
Watch the action unfold as the top 34 countries compete across four disciplines- singles, pairs, triples and fours. Don’t miss your chance to watch the world’s best bowlers in action this summer!
For tickets and more information, visit www.worldbowls2016.com.
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