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2632 days ago

Zero fees Certificate in Computer Graphics

Animation College

Learn foundation design and Adobe Photoshop skills to launch yourself into the new year! Students enrolling in this course will develop a powerful toolkit that they can then take out into the world in a variety of ways. Whether they want to kick-start a home business, create assets for … View moreLearn foundation design and Adobe Photoshop skills to launch yourself into the new year! Students enrolling in this course will develop a powerful toolkit that they can then take out into the world in a variety of ways. Whether they want to kick-start a home business, create assets for live-streaming content, or just want to know how to use industry-standard software, this certificate will have you covered.

We now have Christchurch classes available! Running over 15 weeks, commences 4 September 2017.

Don’t miss your chance to up skill for Zero Fees!
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2635 days ago

Christchurch Arts Festival 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

This year’s Christchurch Arts Festival is a varied programme of dance, music, spoken word, visual art, theatre and comedy. You’ll find it all at www.artsfestival.co.nz... #gowild #chchartsfest

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2632 days ago

Budgeting & How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Budgeting

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?

There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.

Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a … View more
Budgeting

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?

There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.

Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a budgeting service that suits your situation. Some CABs also run regular budgeting clinics.

The Financial Capability Trust website and the Family Services directory also list budgeting services and financial mentors around New Zealand.

You can also get budgeting and debt management information and advice on the Sorted website.

You might be interested in joining a local MoneyMates groups. These are support groups for people wanting to improve their budgeting skills.


How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

It mostly boils down to living within your means – in other words, spending no more than the amount you earn and only borrowing money (e.g. a student loan) if you are confident of your ability to pay it back.

You can do this by putting together a budget which lists your total income and all of your expenses. You can download a budget worksheet for free from The Budgeting Hub website or the Work and Income website, or use the online budgeting tool on the Sorted website.

A budget advisory service (see above) can help you put a budget together and work out ways for you to reduce your spending or increase your income.

The Sorted website also has advice to help you manage your debt.

2633 days ago

New flowers and vege varieties

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, here's a look at some new plants out in garden centres this month.

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2633 days ago

Heavy rain forecast for the city

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch could be in for a soaking over the next few days.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2635 days ago

What's the key to the answer?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Did you know Regenerate Christchurch has around 40,000 keys from demolished homes in the Red Zone? They're asking what should be done them. What do you think? Wind chimes, sculptures, pathways....? We'd love to share your ideas in print, so please note if you don't want your comments… View moreDid you know Regenerate Christchurch has around 40,000 keys from demolished homes in the Red Zone? They're asking what should be done them. What do you think? Wind chimes, sculptures, pathways....? We'd love to share your ideas in print, so please note if you don't want your comments in the Christchurch Mail, put a NFP on your comments.

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2633 days ago

Council agrees to stabilise Southshore bund

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

The Council today considered a report looking at short term options to reduce flood risk in Southshore, before deciding on the stabilisation option.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2639 days ago

Cleaner wanted

Karen from Cashmere

I am looking for someone to clean our townhouse once a week. Job will be for approx 6 weeks from 8 Sept (Fridays preferred but can be negotiable). Could be longer, possibility of permanent but at this stage just while my current cleaner recovers from an operation. Reply and we can have a chat on … View moreI am looking for someone to clean our townhouse once a week. Job will be for approx 6 weeks from 8 Sept (Fridays preferred but can be negotiable). Could be longer, possibility of permanent but at this stage just while my current cleaner recovers from an operation. Reply and we can have a chat on the phone. Thanks :)

2635 days ago

Sports field spruce up

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

There is a narrow window of opportunity each spring to renovate and prepare the fields between the winter and summer sports changeover, and this year’s wet winter brings a warning the fields may look worse for wear during the renovation process.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2635 days ago

Tiny Hut on the move

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

A New Brighton Tiny Hut has been gifted by the Council to the school where it was created as three of the Tiny Huts make way for a new playground. More at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...

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2636 days ago

Join NZ Gardener's September campaign to save our pollinators!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2.… View more
Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2. Take part in The Great Kiwi Bee Count. www.stuff.co.nz...

3. Sign the petition against the sale of pesticides containing bee-harming neonicotinoids. www.stuff.co.nz...

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2638 days ago

Hi , I need a trestle table that I can weave flax on ,,,, one that isn't too heavy hopefully.Would anyone have one that isn't too expensive .Condition doesn't matter as long as it works !Thanks !

Evelyn from Opawa - Saint Martins

Hi I am looking for a trestle table that I can weave flax on .
Condition immaterial.
Would anyone have one that is not too expensive that would like a good home ?
Thanks

2636 days ago

Get decorating with these great deals from Resene

Resene

Doing a little decorating? You'll want to know about our great deals! Get 25% off Resene premium paints, stains, primers and sealers 10L. Buy one Resene testpot, get one FREE. Available to Resene ColorShop or DIY cardholders. If you don’t have a card, sign up for a FREE one on the … View moreDoing a little decorating? You'll want to know about our great deals! Get 25% off Resene premium paints, stains, primers and sealers 10L. Buy one Resene testpot, get one FREE. Available to Resene ColorShop or DIY cardholders. If you don’t have a card, sign up for a FREE one on the Resene website or while you’re in store. Find out more

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