Heathcote Valley, Christchurch

2409 days ago

Ex-Cyclone Gita weather hits New Zealand

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

States of emergency have been declared in Christchurch, Nelson-Tasman , Selwyn, Grey, Buller, Westland, and Taranaki on Tuesday as ex-Cyclone Gita bears down on the country.

Follow the latest updates on Stuff.co.nz and Press.co.nz

2409 days ago

Sandbags

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Update ex-tropical Cyclone Gita Wednesday 12.05am: Christchurch received about 50 per cent less rain on Tuesday night than forecast and high tide has passed without any major incidents. There are no reports of any properties in Christchurch flooding above floor level. Read more at NEWSLINE: … View moreUpdate ex-tropical Cyclone Gita Wednesday 12.05am: Christchurch received about 50 per cent less rain on Tuesday night than forecast and high tide has passed without any major incidents. There are no reports of any properties in Christchurch flooding above floor level. Read more at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...

Update ex-tropical Cyclone Gita 10.50pm:
Rainfall in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula tonight has been significantly lower than forecast. We are still monitoring the effects of the high tide and will bring you more information as it comes to hand.
Read more at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...

Update 7.45pm: Very heavy rainfall is expected across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula between now and midnight. Forecasts suggest we could get as much rain over the next three to four hours as we have had all day. These heavy falls will coincide with the high tide and are likely to cause flooding.

Update Cyclone Gita 6.20pm: A Civil Defence Centre will be open from 8pm at the Pioneer Sport and Recreation Centre for anyone who needs assistance.
People self-evacuating are encouraged to stay with friends and family if possible.
Individual schools in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula will decide whether they open tomorrow. Please contact your school directly to find out if they will be open.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

Update 5:00pm: If you are in a flood-prone area and are considering using sandbags to protect your property please look here bit.ly...

Update 4.20pm: Lianne Dalziel Christchurch Mayor has declared a State of Emergency for Christchurch City, which includes Banks Peninsula, due to the impacts of ex-tropical Cyclone Gita.
For live updates head to Newsline:bit.ly...

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2409 days ago

Updates on road conditions

The Team from Christchurch City Council

For live updates on road conditions around the city, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2410 days ago

Mayor declares State of Emergency

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel has declared a State of Emergency for Christchurch City, which includes Banks Peninsula, due to the impacts of ex-tropical Cyclone Gita.
For live updates head to Newsline:bit.ly...

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2410 days ago

Road Closures

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Update 2pm: Clarendon Terrace (from Opawa Rd to Marshall Road) is closed. Flood warning signs are at the Sheldon Street and Tavender Street intersections. Please take care and drive to the conditions.
For live updates head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2413 days ago

From 'everything I dreamed of' to depression: the realities of retirement

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

After a lifetime of work, the leap into retirement can offer a new lease of life – or it can provide too much free time.

Reporter Laura Baker spoke with four people about their personal experiences after leaving the workforce.

2410 days ago

Come and join us for an evening of Colour Confidence with our Resene Colour Expert!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ferrymead

On Wednesday 7 March 5.30-7.30pm at Resene ColorShop, 950 Ferry Road, Ferrymead.

FREE to attend. Reserve your place today by emailing ferrymead.colorshop@resene.co.nz with your name and phone number.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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2410 days ago

Preparing for Cyclone Gita: Latest info

The Team from Christchurch City Council

People who live in low-lying areas whose homes have flooded in the past should be prepared to self-evacuate this afternoon.
If there is an evacuation, we will open up Pioneer Stadium for people leaving their homes. For live updates head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2411 days ago

Neighbourly poll shows changing attitudes to eating meat across NZ

Jonathan Milne Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Thanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland,… View more
Thanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland, Manawatu-Wanganui and Taranaki, where nearly two-thirds of us eat meat most days. By comparison, fewer than half of respondents in Wellington, Auckland and Northland eat that much meat. More than a third of Aucklanders and Cantabrians say they are reducing their meat consumption; another 13 per cent have already cut it from their diets entirely.

>> So here's a question: should city-dwellers be supporting our farmers better, given they're still the backbone of our economy? Or do farmers and the rest of us need to be working together to find new solutions - new premium meats, new meat alternatives - to reflect reducing meat consumption around the world?


>> www.stuff.co.nz...

2410 days ago

Cultivating community

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, the green activists of Cultivate Christchurch see growing food in the middle of an urban centre as a way to build - and rebuild - your city and people. They, their volunteers, workers and interns, are hard at work. How about a shout-out (or at least a show of Likes and Thanks) to … View moreHello neighbours, the green activists of Cultivate Christchurch see growing food in the middle of an urban centre as a way to build - and rebuild - your city and people. They, their volunteers, workers and interns, are hard at work. How about a shout-out (or at least a show of Likes and Thanks) to let them know they're appreciated.

2410 days ago

Cultivating community

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, the green activists of Cultivate Christchurch see growing food in the middle of an urban centre as a way to build - and rebuild - your city and people. They, their volunteers, workers and interns, are hard at work. How about a shout-out (or at least a show of Likes and Thanks) to … View moreHello neighbours, the green activists of Cultivate Christchurch see growing food in the middle of an urban centre as a way to build - and rebuild - your city and people. They, their volunteers, workers and interns, are hard at work. How about a shout-out (or at least a show of Likes and Thanks) to let them know they're appreciated.

2410 days ago
2410 days ago

Boxfit Tuesday!! $2 kid friendly community fitness in Phillipstown

Carly from Waltham

Hi neighbours! Just another reminder about this awesome little community fitness group we've got running at the Phillipstown Community Hub. Fitclub at the Hub is your fun, friendly, inclusive destination for affordable exercise classes.


I have something a bit special in store for … View more
Hi neighbours! Just another reminder about this awesome little community fitness group we've got running at the Phillipstown Community Hub. Fitclub at the Hub is your fun, friendly, inclusive destination for affordable exercise classes.


I have something a bit special in store for tomorrow's Boxfit (mwahahahaha).... I call it THE GUTBUSTER! I know so many of us want to trim our waistlines or smooth out our mum tums. So we're going to hit our core muscles from all sides with a boxfit+abs bonanza! :D


As always, EVERYONE is welcome - all shapes, all sizes, all levels of fitness, even first timers. Fitclub at the Hub is very kid friendly too- bring your babies and preschoolers, we have toys snacks and activities to keep them amused while you work out.


Just $2 per session. Gloves and pads are provided but please feel free to bring your own! Equipment is first come first served so try to be there on time. And don't forget your water bottle!


WHAT: Boxfit with Carly, Rachel and Tash
WHERE: Room 4, Phillipstown Community Hub, 39 Nursery Rd
WHEN: 10 am
See you there!
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