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Congratulations to all of the New Zealanders recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.
Former Prime Minister Bill English, entertainers Jools and Lynda Topp (the Topp Twins), and legendary singer John Rowles are among those who've received top honours.
Click the link… View moreCongratulations to all of the New Zealanders recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.
Former Prime Minister Bill English, entertainers Jools and Lynda Topp (the Topp Twins), and legendary singer John Rowles are among those who've received top honours.
Click the link below to see the full list of recipients.
Did you know, at your local Ara community computing hub you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life and it won’t cost you a cent!
It’s easy too. You can learn at your own pace and at times that fit around work, family and other commitments. If you’re working, you could … View moreDid you know, at your local Ara community computing hub you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life and it won’t cost you a cent!
It’s easy too. You can learn at your own pace and at times that fit around work, family and other commitments. If you’re working, you could even arrange with your employer to study during work time, as part of your professional development.
Courses include beginner, intermediate and advanced-level study in Word, Excel and Powerpoint. You can also learn how to touch-type, use the internet or make a website.
Ara’s friendly tutors will help you gain the skills you need to improve your job opportunities, become more productive at work or just get the most out of all the digital tools available to us these days.
There are five Computing For Free hubs in Christchurch and one each in Timaru and Oamaru. To get started, simply drop into your nearest hub (for locations see
ara.ac.nz/computing) or call 0800 24 24 76.
They say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this … View moreThey say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this year's match.
Make the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
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Check out our top ten playgrounds here: … View moreMake the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
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Check out our top ten playgrounds here: bit.ly...
Hey Christchurch,
By 2019, Cashel St is going to look a whole lot different! Fifty new businesses could be trading this time next year, as construction surges ahead. Which new food and drink places are you most excited about? Is there anything you'd like added? Let us know in the replies! … View moreHey Christchurch,
By 2019, Cashel St is going to look a whole lot different! Fifty new businesses could be trading this time next year, as construction surges ahead. Which new food and drink places are you most excited about? Is there anything you'd like added? Let us know in the replies! To read more, click here.
Christchurch has heaps of fantastic playgrounds! See if you can find one in your neighbourhood that you didn’t know about by using the interactive map at: bit.ly...
When it comes to an Earth-friendly wood, bamboo's hard to beat. And in the hands of local designers Bevan Whiting and Andrew Veitch, it's being turned into beautiful and innovative home products.
See how they find creative ways to showcase bamboo's sustainable wow factor, here.
We’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. … View moreWe’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. Help us celebrate those influential women in your life who are championing real change, every day.
Visit womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
YES! It is to be reduced by half,announced a while ago but will take a while for the change to go through and be noticable.Should. make a good difference and cheer people up so hold fire buying filter systems until the change comes out of our taps.
They say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this … View moreThey say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this year's match.
The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as well as predicted peak times.
Important tips from NZTA:
- Bear in mind localised events and winter conditions
- Allow extra time as weather and road conditions can change in a relatively short period of time at this time of year
- Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter driving and stocked with food, water and blankets in case of any delays.
- Central Otago drivers: The Brass Monkey Rally, Idaburn Dam, Oturehua: Please take care whether you are in a car or on a motorbike with many more motorcyclists using the highways leading to and from Idaburn Dam this long weekend.
Check the latest weather conditions and warnings here:
- Keep updated with - Metservice's weather updates.
- Motorists can get real-time information from 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49)
- Follow traffic updates at the NZTA website.
It might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see … View moreIt might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...
There’s no punchy punchline here...she was just going to hang with her neighbours. Which is what you could be doing armed with five delicious back-by-popular-demand Death by Chicken pizzas.
Death by Chicken is the best way to go: we’re talking Free Range Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Red … View moreThere’s no punchy punchline here...she was just going to hang with her neighbours. Which is what you could be doing armed with five delicious back-by-popular-demand Death by Chicken pizzas.
Death by Chicken is the best way to go: we’re talking Free Range Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Red Onions, Free Range Bacon, Mustard BBQ Sauce, topped with melted Swiss Cheese and Gherkin Mayo.
To celebrate the rebirth/revival of Death by Chicken, we’re giving SIX lucky Neighbourly members the chance to win five pizzas - for you and your neighbours.
Want your ‘hood in the draw? Just like or thank this post and we'll chuck you in the draw to win. Five Death by Chicken pizzas.
Winners announced, Friday 08 June
Quote: "Neighbourlychicken" to get free delivery for any order over $20
Our coffee mornings are getting very popular. Hardly surprising......you get a free muffin when you buy a drink. Know someone who is fed up or maybe lonely. Send them to us! No, you don't have to be a member.
A busy central Christchurch street crossed daily by hundreds of students – and described by one as a "gamble" – is high on the city council's wish list for pedestrian safety upgrades.
The council maintains an active list of places it hopes to upgrade for pedestrian safety. … View moreA busy central Christchurch street crossed daily by hundreds of students – and described by one as a "gamble" – is high on the city council's wish list for pedestrian safety upgrades.
The council maintains an active list of places it hopes to upgrade for pedestrian safety. Staff said none of the projects on the list were scheduled yet.
Click the link below to see the list of spots on the council's wish list - and please tell us what spots you think should be added. (Let us know if you don't want your comments published).
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