Heathcote Valley, Christchurch

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2334 days ago

Do you know what sick leave you’re entitled to?

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?

• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up … View more
With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?

• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up to a total of 20 days.
• Sick leave can be used when you’re sick or when you need to be off work to look after someone else who is sick or injured (your partner, child, or someone who relies on you for care).
• Even if you’re a part-time or casual worker, you’re still entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave a year (once you’ve worked for 6 months continuously or for an average of 10 hours per week, and at least one hour in every week or 40 hours in every month).
• Your employer can require you to provide a medical certificate if you’re sick for 3 or more days in a row, and you’ll need to pay to get it. If they want proof of sickness sooner then they will have to pay the costs of getting the proof.

These are the minimum sick leave entitlements. Your employer can agree to give you more.

Check out our website for more information about sick leave and other employment rights and responsibilities. If you’ve got questions get in touch with a CAB near you, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or contact us online.

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2334 days ago

Get ready to be D'Lighted

The Team from Christchurch City Council

From tomorrow, the Botanic D'Lights event will take over the Arts Centre and the Botanic Gardens.
Head to Newsline for the full story.

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2334 days ago

Are you 17-24 years old?

Missy from Hillsborough

Does anyone know of friends or family keen to do the Limited Services Volunteer Course at Burnham Military Camp?

Please call/txt/email Missy anytime to find out more about this free 6 week course on offer to New Zealand Youth!

You can also check out more at www.facebook.com...

Free

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2335 days ago

Crusaders kick off Back2Back party

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Red and black fever took over central city today in celebration of the BNZ Crusaders' SuperRugby win!
Head to Newsline for more: bit.ly...

2335 days ago

Door handles alone cost $85 two years ago

Maria from Cashmere

We are renovating
4 doors handle
800w
1980 long

Price: $400

2337 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.

The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.

So go on, encourage your local primary… View more
The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.

The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.

So go on, encourage your local primary school to get stuck in. Share your passion for growing fresh, nutritious food and win! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs and it’s really easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Enter now

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2337 days ago

Superheroes raise money for deaf kids

Loud Shirt Day

Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?

This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear … View more
Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?

This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear implants.

Loud Shirt Day is a great way to commit serious fashion crimes and have a whole lot of fun. This year's theme is Superheroes, so grab your brightest, funkiest superhero outfits to wow others and raise money for a great cause. Register at loudshirtday.org.nz and we’ll send you a free fundraising pack. It’s that easy!

If you're keen to help kick-start our fundraising efforts, good news! You can donate via Givealittle here.

Thanks for your support,
Ankita
(Loud Shirt Day Coordinator)
Register now

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2337 days ago

Coffee morning Tue 7 Aug. More free muffins, scones too!

Bernard Godden from Sumner Redcliffs RSA

SumnerRedcliffs RSA are upping their community profile ..........first free muffins now free scones. How posh. Where will this end?

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2342 days ago

Dog registration fees due on August 7

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Racing to pay your 2018-19 dog rego fees? We’ve got good news! You’ve got until midnight Tuesday 7 August to pay.
Paying by this date means you’ll get the lowest fee available for your pup.
Check out easy payment options here bit.ly...

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2338 days ago

Rugby fever hits Christchurch this weekend

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The Super Rugby final match, the Takumi Japanese Drumming Group's annual concert, NZIFF and more...
Head to Newsline for our weekend event guide: bit.ly...

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2339 days ago

How high are your power bills this winter?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?

We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.… View more
Hey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?

We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.

Do your power bills come in way higher than your friends and family? Do you know why, or does the amount always take you by surprise? Maybe, like the family who created an effective solar panel heater out of drink cans, or the blogger who enjoys free power generated by a converted washing machine, you've found a creative way to minimise your bills. If so, how do you do it?

Whether your bills are high and you're looking for ways to reduce them, or you have some secrets to low power bills that you're willing to share, we'd love to hear from you. Email homed@stuff.co.nz and one of our reporters will be in touch.

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2339 days ago

Serious Furniture for Fun People

Kim Booth from The Best Furniture Shop

We’re local, we’re friendly and we’re here to provide the best possible products and service!

We have the latest offerings in everything you could imagine, and a huge space! Recently, a large selection of new mattresses arrived at the Brighton Mall showroom. If you thought getting a new, … View more
We’re local, we’re friendly and we’re here to provide the best possible products and service!

We have the latest offerings in everything you could imagine, and a huge space! Recently, a large selection of new mattresses arrived at the Brighton Mall showroom. If you thought getting a new, super snugly warm mattress was going to cost the earth, think again! Our single inner-sprung mattresses start at $99.

Surrounding them are a variety of the latest Steiner chairs, heavy wooden drawers, industrial and rustic tables and minimalist items in the Scandinavian style. Subtle hues and bursts of colour reflect global trends and boutique tastes.

“Our whole philosophy is to keep overheads down so people can get the same items that are in a higher-end store, but cheaper.

Come in and enjoy... you’ll be so glad you did.
Find out more!

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2339 days ago

Wooden Dog Beds (Custom Made)

Lisa from Woolston

Wooden Dog Beds are made out of recycled material and safe for your pooches.

We can make to order depending on your dog's size.

We can raise the beds for you. Bed Sizes are:
Small approx Length 600 x Width 450 x Height 250 - $60
Medium - approx 750 Length X 550 x 250 Height - $70
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Wooden Dog Beds are made out of recycled material and safe for your pooches.

We can make to order depending on your dog's size.

We can raise the beds for you. Bed Sizes are:
Small approx Length 600 x Width 450 x Height 250 - $60
Medium - approx 750 Length X 550 x 250 Height - $70
Large to Xlarge - approx 1000 length x 750 width x 250 height $80

An extra $10 additional if you want your pooches name on the front but will depend on name and size of bed.

The width can vary depending on your need. These are all custom made to your specifications or just choose a size from above
Contact Lisa or Murray
Le Papillon NZ we are on FB

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2339 days ago

Uni-Cycle route rides away with top award

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Have you given the award-winning, 5.6km cycleway connecting central city to the University of Canterbury a go yet?
Read more about the Uni-Cycle route win at the Bike to the Future Awards at Newsline. : bit.ly...

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2339 days ago

Let's get together this summer!

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Want to organise a street barbeque with your neighbours but don’t know where to start? We can help fund your next get together. Apply online now.

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