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2346 days ago

Tell us what you would like to learn at your new Central Library, Tūranga.

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Financial literacy?
Business advice?
CV writing?

Tell us what you would like to learn at your new Central Library, Tūranga.

Have your say and take the survey: bit.ly...

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2347 days ago

The New Zealand Dance Company presents Lumina in Christchurch

The Team from The New Zealand Dance Company

The New Zealand Dance Company is going on tour! Direct from Paris’ prestigious Théâtre National de Chaillot and the Capstone Theatre in Liverpool, The New Zealand Dance Company is proud to present one of its most celebrated and sought after programmes, Lumina, to Christchurch on Thursday 10 MayView moreThe New Zealand Dance Company is going on tour! Direct from Paris’ prestigious Théâtre National de Chaillot and the Capstone Theatre in Liverpool, The New Zealand Dance Company is proud to present one of its most celebrated and sought after programmes, Lumina, to Christchurch on Thursday 10 May at the Isaac Theatre Royal.

Book your tickets now, and join us at the intersection of contemporary light, music and movement.
Book tickets here!

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2347 days ago

Improve Skills For A New Job

Vision College

Whether you want a new job, get a better job or get back into the workforce again. This course will give you the practical skills you need to do just that.

ENROL NOW – Visit our Website or call us today on: 0800-834-834
Find out more!

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2362 days ago

GREEN SCHOOL CARDIGANS FOR SALE

Lynda from Halswell

Green cardigans
size 72 cm one for sale
size 7-8 years 5 for sale English will not bobble or itch
size 9-10 years 2 for sale English will not bobble or itch
size 12 years 2 for sale English will not bobble or itch will wash and wear well all in a very good condition.
$20 each

Price: $20

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2362 days ago

BLACK TRACK PANTS FOR SALE

Lynda from Halswell

track pants new balance with a side zip which opens up a to just above the ankle size 10 one pair for sale.

Price: $10

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2362 days ago

WHITE SCHOOL BLOUSES FOR SALE

Lynda from Halswell

long sleeve white blouses size 5-6 years 4 for sale clean and tidy
$10 each

Price: $10

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2362 days ago

WINTER SCHOOL DRESSES FOR SALE

Lynda from Halswell

Green dress one size 8 and one size 10
$10 each

Price: $10

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2347 days ago

Lest we forget

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Neighbours,
They marched, sang, and stood in silence. Thousands of people gathered around the country to remember the fallen on Anzac Day. For all your Anzac coverage, click here.

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2347 days ago

Mitsubishi ASX 2017

Jody from Rolleston

2017 Mitsubishi ASX 17,500kms on the clock. As new. Need sold but not giving away. Clearing debt. Only selling due to relationship split. Great car. It's the 2wd not 4wd. Economical and comfortable to drive. Balance of new car warranty automatically goes to new owner.

Price: $22,000

2348 days ago

From field to felt: uncovering the story of the Anzac Poppy

Anzac Day

Every year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?

For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was… View more
Every year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?

For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was rather originally conceived for an American audience.

The symbol of the poppy itself comes from Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae's famous WW1 poem 'In Flanders fields', which begins with the opening lines: "In Flanders fields the poppies blow, between the crosses row on row".

It was these moving verses which inspired American war secretary Moina Michael to use red silk poppies as a symbol of remembrance.

After campaigning for two years to get the symbol recognised nationally, the poppy was adopted by the National American Legion as their official symbol at a conference in 1920.

Attending this conference was Frenchwoman Anna A Guérin, who saw the potential to sell poppies and put the proceeds towards caring for veterans, their families and poor children. She also had the foresight to take it beyond America to Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.

After her representative Colonel Alfred Moffatt suggested the idea to the RSA in September 1921, a motion was passed and the RSA placed the first order for poppies.

Like the other countries, the RSA was planning to hold its first annual Poppy Appeal around Armistice Day (November 11): however, thanks to the French ship carrying the poppies arriving late, the decision was made to delay sales until Anzac Day, 1922.

The first Poppy Appeal was a huge success, birthing the tradition where poppies go on sale in the weeks before Anzac Day and thus tying them to the day forever.

While the poppies were originally sourced from France, the RSA began producing its own in 1931, which were made by former servicemen in Auckland and Christchurch. Production was to go offshore again in 2010: however, this proved controversial and the contract eventually returned to Christchurch for the period from 2014 to 2019.

As poppies reappear this year, take a moment to remember their long journey and how they help the very organisation caring for our soldiers.

Yet more importantly, like the generations before us moved by McCrae's poem, remember those Flanders fields and what the symbol truly stands for - to never forget.

Story by Jordan Gowan

Thanks to this local business:
Staples Rodway Limited

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2348 days ago

Where to commemorate Anzac Day in Canterbury

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

On Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.

Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than … View more
On Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.

Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than 300,000 New Zealanders who served their country and the 30,000 who have died in service, and had been a public holiday since 1921.

A list of the main services across the region is included in the link below. For local services contact your RSA.

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2348 days ago

Catherine Morris, you've won a prize!

Anne-Marie Neighbourly Lead from Hornby

See the Neighbourly blog www.neighbourly.co.nz...
If anyone knows Catherine, please tell her to get in touch with Neighbourly to claim it

2377 days ago

Safe water on tap as Christchurch swallows its pride

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Over the next few weeks, chlorine will be introduced to the water supply at each of Christchurch's 56 pump stations.

Treatment will be rolled out in stages across the city, starting in Brooklands, Kainga and Spencerville on Monday (March 26) and then Riccarton, Halswell, Parklands, … View more
Over the next few weeks, chlorine will be introduced to the water supply at each of Christchurch's 56 pump stations.

Treatment will be rolled out in stages across the city, starting in Brooklands, Kainga and Spencerville on Monday (March 26) and then Riccarton, Halswell, Parklands, Heathcote Valley and around Lyttelton harbour in the coming weeks.

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2354 days ago

bike

Leanne from Broomfield - Hei Hei

hi I just wondered does anyone out their have a mountain bike ladies for sale or where I could get one cheap as mine was stolen from work today. they cut through the padlock with bolt cutters and I am still in shock and digusted would appreciate any feedback thanks

2349 days ago

Heat Pump Sale

Shanae from Rolleston

Hi All
We currently have a heat pump sale at work (with finance options available). Head over to the Smart Sparks Electrical Limited Facebook page or phone 033840225 for more info!

Negotiable

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