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2329 days ago

CML Technoligy

Chris from Rangiora

Just letting you know that CML has not closed in Ivory Street. Rangiora, it has just had a name change, as Mat is still running the business.
Now called Matt’s IT. This is still the same address next to Countdown, and same good service. Chris

2325 days ago

Poll: Should international visitors be charged a levy?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international… View more
Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international visitors should be charged a levy to enter New Zealand?

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Should international visitors be charged a levy?
  • 77.3% Yes
    77.3% Complete
  • 22.7% No
    22.7% Complete
2415 votes
2326 days ago

Are you doing great work in the community?

The Warehouse New Zealand

Does your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year … View moreDoes your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year over $529,000 was raised for 279 community partners across NZ. Curious? For more information or begin the application click here.

Applications close on the 23rd of June.
Apply now

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2329 days ago

RUBBISH

Arthur from Rangiora

Last night between 6 pm and 9 pm a dirty low life has dumped a bag of rubbish on the berm in Cassino Street. I appears that a local cat has opened the bag and spread the dirty contents over a small area. The council have done a great job and cleaned it up for you. In the rubbish was an envelope … View moreLast night between 6 pm and 9 pm a dirty low life has dumped a bag of rubbish on the berm in Cassino Street. I appears that a local cat has opened the bag and spread the dirty contents over a small area. The council have done a great job and cleaned it up for you. In the rubbish was an envelope with an address on it. I assume the council will take the necessary action. Just a side note, we do not want dirty low life people like you in our area so please keep away for the health and safety of our neighbors. Thank you.

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2354 days ago

What should the Government's $300 million for Christchurch be spent on?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Alongside a new insurance tribunal and cash to help patch healthcare and school building deficits, the Government has delivered the city its promised $300 million to hurry the rebuild.

What do you think it should be spent on?

Share your views in the comments below. (Please tell us if you … View more
Alongside a new insurance tribunal and cash to help patch healthcare and school building deficits, the Government has delivered the city its promised $300 million to hurry the rebuild.

What do you think it should be spent on?

Share your views in the comments below. (Please tell us if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff).

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2326 days ago

Housekeeping

Donna from Belfast

Housekeeping available.Please phone my landline 033235533 and leave a message also can text my mobile 0277487146.Kind regards.

2326 days ago

Poll: Chokos: what to do with a bumper crop?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Here's a question from a reader of NZ Gardener, Ash in Whangamomona, who wants to know what to do with 100kg of chokos! He's looking for ideas to manage a bumper choko crop. And feel free to share more ideas in the Reply space.

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Chokos: what to do with a bumper crop?
  • 61.6% Give them to your friends
    61.6% Complete
  • 17.1% Give them to your enemies
    17.1% Complete
  • 6.6% Preserve (Reply to tell us how)
    6.6% Complete
  • 14.7% Throw them in your compost
    14.7% Complete
890 votes
2328 days ago

Poll: Do you think the Cathedral Square plans are right for the area?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A bold and dramatic redesign proposed for Cathedral Square is aimed at turning it into a series of people-friendly spaces.

Anchored by dramatic pavilions or similar with overhead shelter, the new plan would see a mix of green and paved surfaces to create a strong city heart and encourage events.… View more
A bold and dramatic redesign proposed for Cathedral Square is aimed at turning it into a series of people-friendly spaces.

Anchored by dramatic pavilions or similar with overhead shelter, the new plan would see a mix of green and paved surfaces to create a strong city heart and encourage events.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

Do you think the Cathedral Square plans are right for the area?
  • 26.6% Yes, it's what the city needs.
    26.6% Complete
  • 59.4% No, its missed the mark.
    59.4% Complete
  • 14% I'm unsure.
    14% Complete
278 votes
2330 days ago

Should the city council charge derelict property owners for using public spaces?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Owners of derelict central Christchurch sites will soon be charged a monthly fee for encroaching on public spaces including footpaths and roads.

Christ Church Cathedral is one of 13 properties on the proposed list, along with the Post Office building in Cathedral Square, five High St … View more
Owners of derelict central Christchurch sites will soon be charged a monthly fee for encroaching on public spaces including footpaths and roads.

Christ Church Cathedral is one of 13 properties on the proposed list, along with the Post Office building in Cathedral Square, five High St properties, The Peterborough apartments complex and the council's own Our City building on the corner of Oxford Tce and Worcester St.

2327 days ago

Get INSPIRED by wallpaper

Resene

Resene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit … View moreResene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit all tastes from neutral to bold, pattern to texture, fun to traditional, striped to botanical. Find your local ColorShop

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2337 days ago

Have you visited the newly opened Taiora QEII centre yet?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Thousands of people have flocked to Christchurch's newest swimming pool complex this weekend, with some waiting 45 minutes for a swim.

The new $38.6 million Taiora QEII Recreation and Sport Centre hit maximum capacity on Saturday afternoon and again at 10am on Sunday and by mid afternoon … View more
Thousands of people have flocked to Christchurch's newest swimming pool complex this weekend, with some waiting 45 minutes for a swim.

The new $38.6 million Taiora QEII Recreation and Sport Centre hit maximum capacity on Saturday afternoon and again at 10am on Sunday and by mid afternoon the same day, swimmers were waiting 45 minutes to get inside the pool hall.

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2335 days ago

Help in finding work for an 18yr old

Sonia from Rangiora

Hi everyone:) So I have an 18yr old son who is suddenly decided to leave school with only limited work experience mainly babysitting and odd lifestyle block jobs for family as he was concentrating on studies. He has NCEA level 1 and 2 so we've tried all supermarkets, fast-food places, and … View moreHi everyone:) So I have an 18yr old son who is suddenly decided to leave school with only limited work experience mainly babysitting and odd lifestyle block jobs for family as he was concentrating on studies. He has NCEA level 1 and 2 so we've tried all supermarkets, fast-food places, and everything else is experience experience experience arghh haha - anyone else had a kid in this boat?? any ideas on what else/where else to try?? Also someone suggested to put him on the unemployment benefit as its easier to get entry level jobs through WINZ?? Not overly keen on this as don't want him to have any excuse to sit on his bum!! Half problem is that he has no idea what he wants to do so any opinions/ideas gratefully received!!

2327 days ago

IT secures head-start on sustainable savings

The Team from Christchurch City Council

With the help of Kilmarnock Enterprises, Council has made the shift from desk phones to headsets, an effort saving around $20,000 a year. Learn more about the project here on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2327 days ago

Poll: Are you able to afford your own home?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the … View more
Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the regions - and they're not looking back.

So, in your current situation are you able to afford your own home?

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Are you able to afford your own home?
  • 41% Yes, I can
    41% Complete
  • 15.9% Only with the help of Kiwisaver/ partner
    15.9% Complete
  • 6.9% In another 5-10 years I could
    6.9% Complete
  • 36.3% No, renting is my only option
    36.3% Complete
1997 votes
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2327 days ago

Entertainment Book

Kara from Kaiapoi

Hello all,

If you are thinking of purchasing the Entertainment Book this year, please consider ordering via the SPCA.
It helps to support the animals in more ways than one....here is the link
www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...

Kara :)

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