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1459 days ago

Christchurch Christmas markets - where do you go for gifts?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

The Garden City is hosting a range of Christmas markets in the lead up to the festive season.

Markets on offer include an eco-friendly range of clothing, art, music and food across three storeys at The Boxed Quarter, weekly Sunday markets, a traditional Christchurch farmers market and a vegan … View more
The Garden City is hosting a range of Christmas markets in the lead up to the festive season.

Markets on offer include an eco-friendly range of clothing, art, music and food across three storeys at The Boxed Quarter, weekly Sunday markets, a traditional Christchurch farmers market and a vegan market offering in late December.

Do you go to markets for your Christmas shopping?

What is your go-to market each year to attend?

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1457 days ago

Santa's grotto and christmas market - 10-5 Saturday 5th December

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

The woolston development project along with brickonymous are putting on a Christmas Lego grotto and market this Saturday as a fundraiser.
The Woolston Development Project (WDP) which began in 1987 is a non-profit community organisation which provides safe recreational/social/educational … View more
The woolston development project along with brickonymous are putting on a Christmas Lego grotto and market this Saturday as a fundraiser.
The Woolston Development Project (WDP) which began in 1987 is a non-profit community organisation which provides safe recreational/social/educational opportunities for children, women and families - see the link below to their website for more information about the work they do. Why not pop along to 497 Ferry road and support the great work they do.

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1459 days ago

$50 challenge: How to spend a day in Christchurch on an (almost) $50 budget

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

With vibrant urban precincts to explore, excellent museums and galleries, and plenty of good-value eating and drinking opportunities, you don't have to break the bank on a trip to the South Island’s biggest city.

Here’s our itinerary for how you can spend a day in Christchurch on a $50 … View more
With vibrant urban precincts to explore, excellent museums and galleries, and plenty of good-value eating and drinking opportunities, you don't have to break the bank on a trip to the South Island’s biggest city.

Here’s our itinerary for how you can spend a day in Christchurch on a $50 budget.

What are your tips for free or cheap eats and entertainment in Christchurch?

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1457 days ago

The Broons and Oor Wullie Books

Chrystal from Spreydon

The Broons and Oor Wullie the Glory Years 1956-1969

The Broons and Oor Wullie At War 1939-1945

Price: $50

1458 days ago

a black handbag for sale

Robert and Faye from Hillmorton

Hello we have a black handbag for sale/ in very good order .
its got seven pockets all together in the bag males and women can use the bag /only been used twice .
please call Robert cell on 021 0494 210/or 338 1636
call any time .it would be good for some one for xmas

Price: $50

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1458 days ago

Neighbours Day Aotearoa is back and has even more ways you can get involved next year with their theme: The Great Plant Swap 🌻

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've … View more
The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've experienced with their new 'Notes for Neighbours' - any sort of note goes including poems! These will be shared on their Facebook, Instagram and website and 5 will be specially chosen to be featured on posters across Aotearoa.

Register your event, big or small, here today:

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1459 days ago

Did you know these facts about Lyttelton Harbour?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Not everyone knows that Lyttelton was the port of arrival for the first four ships to arrive from England to begin the colonisation of New Zealand.

Already a bustling harbour with safe anchorage and natural resources, it gradually grew as ships arrived and people began to settle there and further… View more
Not everyone knows that Lyttelton was the port of arrival for the first four ships to arrive from England to begin the colonisation of New Zealand.

Already a bustling harbour with safe anchorage and natural resources, it gradually grew as ships arrived and people began to settle there and further afield.

Lyttelton received category one historic area status in 2009, recognising historical, social, architectural and archaeological significance to the early pioneers.

Despite significant damage from earthquakes, the township still has a wide range of buildings covering New Zealand's colonial history.

The newly redeveloped historic colonial walk of Lyttelton celebrates this history in a tour of the central township using photographs to show the changing face of the port town and a narrative to accompany each point on the tour.

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1458 days ago

Pokemon Books

Chrystal from Spreydon

Pokemon Platinum Strategy Guide - $30

Pokemon Black and White Collectors Edition Strategy Guide - $40

Pokemon Black 2 and White 2 Collectors Edition Strategy Guide -$40

Pokemon Heartgold and Soulsilver Manga Collection -$35
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Pokemon Platinum Strategy Guide - $30

Pokemon Black and White Collectors Edition Strategy Guide - $40

Pokemon Black 2 and White 2 Collectors Edition Strategy Guide -$40

Pokemon Heartgold and Soulsilver Manga Collection -$35

Pokemon Pocket Comics Box Set $25

Pokemon Adventure Collection $15

Kalos Region Handbook $15

Deluxe Essential Handbook $20

Negotiable

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1458 days ago

Sabrina the teenage witch books

Chrystal from Spreydon

Sabrina the teenage witch books

Price: $40

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1458 days ago

Caregiver by day and stock car racer on weekends

Bupa Parkstone Retirement Village

The 18 year old became a caregiver at Bupa Gladys Mary Care Home in Napier just five months ago, after completing the Health and Wellbeing course at Eastern Institute of Technology.

“I just enjoy looking after and talking to older people. It’s a wonderful feeling to give back to those who have… View more
The 18 year old became a caregiver at Bupa Gladys Mary Care Home in Napier just five months ago, after completing the Health and Wellbeing course at Eastern Institute of Technology.

“I just enjoy looking after and talking to older people. It’s a wonderful feeling to give back to those who have led amazing lives.”

The Hawke’s Bay born Swift began racing just two years ago after becoming interested in the sport when her older brother purchased a stock car himself.

“It’s a real thrill going super fast and I also like the track atmosphere on race night, nothing beats it. You also make a lot of awesome friends in the sport too.”

With the support of her family, Lauren has chalked up two wins in a stock car and five wins in the mini stock category. She’s also only ever had one major crash in a stock car back when she was starting out. Now with her own pink stock car, Lauren’s racing most weekends and says the sport and caregiving demand different skills from her.

“With caregiving I need to be really caring, understanding and patient. When I’m racing I’m aiming for consistency, fearlessness and to be my absolute best at all times.”

With her future career plans of nursing on the horizon and the determination to keep racing as her fast paced hobby, Lauren has a busy few years ahead of her in caring and racing.

Learn more about Bupa's continuum of care: www.bupa.co.nz...

1475 days ago

Favourite foodie finds

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your favourite foodie finds on your travels through NZ. Have you come across a particularly amazing cafe, bakery restaurant or food truck? Had an especially delicious pie, burger, sandwich, smoothie bowl or cronut? Been to what must be one of the … View more
Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your favourite foodie finds on your travels through NZ. Have you come across a particularly amazing cafe, bakery restaurant or food truck? Had an especially delicious pie, burger, sandwich, smoothie bowl or cronut? Been to what must be one of the country's best fish and chip joints? Or been pleasantly surprised by a town's food scene? Please share the details below and include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it included in an article. Cheers.

1460 days ago

First Hector's dolphin calves of the season spotted in Canterbury

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hi neighbours,

A sighting of two endangered newborn dolphins has prompted renewed calls for fishing restrictions around Canterbury’s Banks Peninsula.

Do you think fishing restrictions should be put in place?

Have you been out to see the dolphins at Banks Peninsula before?

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1459 days ago

Free legal clinic is ON - Thursday 3rd of December

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

If you have a legal issue and you need help taking the first step than our Thursday Free legal clinics at Hornby Community Center ( 6.15pm onwards) and in Central City (1pm-2pm ) may be a good starting place . No appointment is necessary but please ring on the day to check that the lawyer is … View moreIf you have a legal issue and you need help taking the first step than our Thursday Free legal clinics at Hornby Community Center ( 6.15pm onwards) and in Central City (1pm-2pm ) may be a good starting place . No appointment is necessary but please ring on the day to check that the lawyer is available . See the link below for more information or call 0800 367 222.

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1459 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free.

You just need a smartphone or tablet. With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Learn more

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1461 days ago

Missy hailed a hero for alerting owner to massive Christchurch fire

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Monday neighbours,

How's this for a good dog?

Kurt Stewart is hailing former “gang dog” Missy a hero for raising the alarm when a large blaze erupted in a building just metres from where he lives on Sunday.

Missy – a rescue dog – saved him and those living in the neighbouring … View more
Happy Monday neighbours,

How's this for a good dog?

Kurt Stewart is hailing former “gang dog” Missy a hero for raising the alarm when a large blaze erupted in a building just metres from where he lives on Sunday.

Missy – a rescue dog – saved him and those living in the neighbouring Woolston properties, he believed.

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