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1275 days ago

Throwback Thursday: Drill display

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Four thousand primary children perform physical jerks at Lancaster Park, on April 10, 1940.
Here the girls go through their drills, demonstrating surprising precision for so many pupils from so many schools. The open-air movement has highlighted the need for physical fitness training and the … View more
Four thousand primary children perform physical jerks at Lancaster Park, on April 10, 1940.
Here the girls go through their drills, demonstrating surprising precision for so many pupils from so many schools. The open-air movement has highlighted the need for physical fitness training and the virtues of outdoor activity. Schools have responded with regular drill sessions and outdoor games. With increasing numbers of children seen to be destined for sedentary lifestyles, and with the British Empire at war with the Axis forces, fitness and hardiness are being strongly promoted.

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1278 days ago

Poll: Are you a fan of Christchurch's newest public art, a diving board with no water?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Good afternoon neighbours,

A concrete diving board has been plucked from a modernist haven in northern India and stranded on the banks of the Avon River in central Christchurch.

The new permanent artwork, The Pool by Kiwi artist Natalie Guy, was installed opposite the Antigua Boatsheds on Friday.… View more
Good afternoon neighbours,

A concrete diving board has been plucked from a modernist haven in northern India and stranded on the banks of the Avon River in central Christchurch.

The new permanent artwork, The Pool by Kiwi artist Natalie Guy, was installed opposite the Antigua Boatsheds on Friday.

What do you think of this new central city artwork?

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Are you a fan of Christchurch's newest public art, a diving board with no water?
  • 9.5% Yes
    9.5% Complete
  • 82.1% No
    82.1% Complete
  • 8.4% I'm undecided
    8.4% Complete
95 votes
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1281 days ago

Removed Posts

Tom from Woolston

If your wondering why a post you wrote on this platform has been removed,
and how dare they do that to something you have slaved over!
It's not a Trumpian conspiracy perpetrated by the dark forces of evil lurking in the shadows of Neighbourly!! you must carefully consider the fact that your … View more
If your wondering why a post you wrote on this platform has been removed,
and how dare they do that to something you have slaved over!
It's not a Trumpian conspiracy perpetrated by the dark forces of evil lurking in the shadows of Neighbourly!! you must carefully consider the fact that your post is either Rubbish or Gibberish or perhaps a combination of both!! If you feel the need to rant and bleat perhaps you could take a stance in the town square with a megaphone and have your say there, what a great way to exercise your right to free speech that is being denied to you on this platform.

1277 days ago

Benefits of taking breaks

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking … View more
As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus!

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1277 days ago

Malicious email impersonating NZ Post circulating

Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any… View more
New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any individual has received these emails, NZ Post has advised to delete it immediately.

In a statement sent to Neighbourly, NZ Post confirmed that it had taken 24 websites offline in relation to the scam.

For more information on the scam, please see the NZ Post's Cyber Security Alerts page.

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1277 days ago

Get Out More and explore this Autumn!

Explore Central North Island

Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give … View more
Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give you the ideas – you just choose when and where, and pack the car. Time to get planning!
Find out more

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1280 days ago

Lost Keys

Wills from Linwood

I lost a key with 2 remotes attached somewhere on Cashel Street probably between Percy St and Stanmore Rd or further towards town. Lost Saturday morning 15 May between 9 am and 10 am. If you find them please message or contact me 0212815010. Reward. Thank you. William

1285 days ago

A tale of two book lovers: Second-hand bookshops open next door to each other

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Monday neighbours,

Second-hand bookstores are like buses: You wait years for one, and then two come along at once.

A pair of second-hand bookstores have opened next door to each other in Woolston in a bid to transform Ferry Rd into a “book destination”.

At first sight it may appear … View more
Happy Monday neighbours,

Second-hand bookstores are like buses: You wait years for one, and then two come along at once.

A pair of second-hand bookstores have opened next door to each other in Woolston in a bid to transform Ferry Rd into a “book destination”.

At first sight it may appear like a sitcom about two rival booksellers, but the owners of Steadfast Books and Book Barn decided opening next door to each other would help bring in more customers.

What do you think about this as a business decision? Savvy?

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1282 days ago

Throwback Thursday: Rail freight

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The war stifled building development in the 1940s but NZ Railways' new outwards goods
shed went ahead. The concrete structure at the corner of Colombo and Cass streets was the largest building in the South Island when it opened in 1945. If the shed represented rail's dominance in freight… View more
The war stifled building development in the 1940s but NZ Railways' new outwards goods
shed went ahead. The concrete structure at the corner of Colombo and Cass streets was the largest building in the South Island when it opened in 1945. If the shed represented rail's dominance in freight transport, the new Christchurch station, built soon after, symbolised an
expected golden age for passengers. The new goods shed allowed old sheds across the
tracks, and a little to the east, to be demolished, clearing the site for the new station. Who
would think, within 50 years, both would be redundant?

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1282 days ago

Board how much

Glenn from Woolston

Just wondering how much fellow neighbours charge there kids for the privilege of of living at home when thay have gone and got a full time job

1280 days ago

Warm welcome to Competenz!

Competenz

We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New … View more
We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New Zealand businesses.

Please join us in welcoming Competenz and stay tuned for job listings and other exciting content!
Find out more

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1281 days ago

Guide for Carers

Office for Seniors

The Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, … View more
The Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, assessing needs, getting help at home and being able to take a break from caring.

The Guide for Carers is available online now: bit.ly...

For more information about resources like this and other advice, read our SuperSeniors newsletter: bit.ly...

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1300 days ago

CASH Paid for Old Sports Programmes and Sports Memorabilia..

Michael from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

Wanted.. Old Sports Programmes.. I am a private collector of Sporting Memorabilia and I am looking for any old sport memorabilia as well as match day programmes from Rugby Matches, Soccer, Speedway, Motor Racing, League, Football, Melbourne Cup or similar.. Also old Enamel and Tin Badges and … View moreWanted.. Old Sports Programmes.. I am a private collector of Sporting Memorabilia and I am looking for any old sport memorabilia as well as match day programmes from Rugby Matches, Soccer, Speedway, Motor Racing, League, Football, Melbourne Cup or similar.. Also old Enamel and Tin Badges and interesting memorabilia.. Please private message me or contact via email mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

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1283 days ago

Dreaming enchanted parties

Rachael from Woolston

Affordable parties for children
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1283 days ago

We Say/You Say: MMP

Reporter Northern Outlook

Hi Canterbury,

Would you support the introduction of MMP to local body elections?

A former Labour minister has called on the government to implement MMP as the voting system for local body elections in a bid to 'fix' local government.

Peter Neilson, an economist, is a former … View more
Hi Canterbury,

Would you support the introduction of MMP to local body elections?

A former Labour minister has called on the government to implement MMP as the voting system for local body elections in a bid to 'fix' local government.

Peter Neilson, an economist, is a former Labour MP for Miramar, a Minister of Revenue, Works and Associate Minister of Finance. Neilson explains how MMP could have a positive impact on civic participation after data from Internal Affairs showed a decline in voter turnout.

Around four out of 10 New Zealanders on the electoral role turned out to vote in the last set of local elections. In comparison, around seven or eight out 10 voted in the general election last year.

Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Northern Outlook.

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