Mairehau, Christchurch

1864 days ago

Fabulous 1960s Stage Play - Be My Baby

Braydon Priest from Elmwood Players

It’s 1964 but the sixties aren’t swinging for Mary Adams: 19-years-old, unmarried and pregnant. She is sent in secrecy and shame to St. Saviours, a Church of England mother-and-baby home run by a formidable Matron.

Mary is set to work in the laundry and shares a room with the tough-talking … View more
It’s 1964 but the sixties aren’t swinging for Mary Adams: 19-years-old, unmarried and pregnant. She is sent in secrecy and shame to St. Saviours, a Church of England mother-and-baby home run by a formidable Matron.

Mary is set to work in the laundry and shares a room with the tough-talking Queenie. The girls in the home bond over a love of girl-group records, which entertain, console and inspire as the birth of their babies approaches. When Mary finds she is expected to give up her child for adoption, she begins a desperate fight.

“Amanda Whittington, who was the first writer to give this subject dramatic treatment, is an undiscussed yet ubiquitous sort of writer.” - THE GUARDIAN

“Has the heartstring-tugging potency of a pop classic.” - INDEPENDENT

“If this play were a person, you’d want to hold it and hug it.” - THE GUARDIAN

Be My Baby Consistently appears in Nick Hern Book’s Top Ten Most Performed Plays, and Features in 100 Great Plays for Women by Lucy Kerbel. This production of Be My Baby is Garry's first repeat in the director's seat, after first staging the production in 2009 with Riccarton Players. Such is the lasting impression of this script, he just had to do it again for the Elmwood stage.

Book at www.elmwoodplayers.org.nz... or phone 03 355 8874

1869 days ago

Outside TV Aerial

Penny from Papanui

Hi Neighbours,
I'm looking for recommendations please for an outside aerial ie: What would be the best type of aerial ? and What company for Installation ? Can anybody tell me please what kind of price we would be looking at as well?
Thank you in advance for your help.

1865 days ago

Having problems with drugs or alcohol?

The Retreat NZ

It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View more
It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.

Talk to us - we can help. We are available 24/7 and we welcome guests from all over New Zealand. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

Phone on 0800 276 237 or visit our website www.theretreatnz.org.nz
Talk to us

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1865 days ago

Vote for Get Growing! You could WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View more
Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4.
Vote here

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1866 days ago

Poll: Christchurch mayoral race

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

If the election was today, which Christchurch mayoral candidate would you vote for?

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Christchurch mayoral race
  • 1.8% Blair Anderson
    1.8% Complete
  • 0.8% J T Anderson
    0.8% Complete
  • 33.4% Lianne Dalziel
    33.4% Complete
  • 1% Jim Glass
    1% Complete
  • 2.7% Tubby Hansen
    2.7% Complete
  • 1.2% Robin McCarthy
    1.2% Complete
  • 0.6% Stephen McPaike
    0.6% Complete
  • 12.5% John Minto
    12.5% Complete
  • 42% Darryll Park
    42% Complete
  • 0.2% Sam Park
    0.2% Complete
  • 0.8% Adrian Schonborn
    0.8% Complete
  • 1.4% Peter Wakeman
    1.4% Complete
  • 1.4% Aaron White
    1.4% Complete
488 votes
1867 days ago
1867 days ago

Papanui High School Upholstery Course Term 3

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Would you like to learn how to repair, repad and recover your favourite piece of furniture? Come along to Papanui High School and join our popular Upholstery Course taught by Steve McDonald.

This is a hands on course being held on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September 9 am - 4 pm both days at a … View more
Would you like to learn how to repair, repad and recover your favourite piece of furniture? Come along to Papanui High School and join our popular Upholstery Course taught by Steve McDonald.

This is a hands on course being held on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September 9 am - 4 pm both days at a cost of $156. For further information and enrolment please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033502701.

1867 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For August it is 8am Sunday 18th (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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1867 days ago

Ideas for creative teens

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project … View more
Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1867 days ago

What are you doing next week ?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Are you looking for a new challenge then why not look at volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau? We are looking for people to join our Central City team based at the ARA campus. If you would like to know more about volunteering with us, we have a video of one of our fab volunteers talking about … View moreAre you looking for a new challenge then why not look at volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau? We are looking for people to join our Central City team based at the ARA campus. If you would like to know more about volunteering with us, we have a video of one of our fab volunteers talking about her experiences on the Volunteering Canterbury website - just use the link below or go to our facebook page to learn more .

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1868 days ago

Vote for Get Growing!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. … View moreNZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply click on the link, register your details once, then vote each day until voting closes on September 4

1868 days ago

Poll: Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Are we happier owning our own home or renting?

It turns out one answer does not fit all.

Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more

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Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?
  • 90.7% Prefer to own
    90.7% Complete
  • 9.3% Prefer to rent
    9.3% Complete
1953 votes
1869 days ago

Dallington Craft Shop

Wendy from Avonside - Dallington

We have been on the Cnr of Gayhurst & McBratneys Rd for nearly 20 years, run by volunteers & Craft people in the area , come in & see our lovely handcrafted goods & have a cuppa we are very friendly lot, we also have free books & swap jigsaws but we do need need more … View moreWe have been on the Cnr of Gayhurst & McBratneys Rd for nearly 20 years, run by volunteers & Craft people in the area , come in & see our lovely handcrafted goods & have a cuppa we are very friendly lot, we also have free books & swap jigsaws but we do need need more volunteers just a few hrs a week & maybe you make something yourself that you want to sell. shop 10.30--3.30 Mon- Fri 9809181
or Wendy 3858824 you are needed

1869 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
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1869 days ago

HOUSIE TONIGHT

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

Housie Tonight 7.15 start.

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