Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs, Christchurch

1849 days ago

Mental Health + Well-Being - September 1st to 30th 🧠

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

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Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For the month of September, we want to use our voice to raise awareness for mental health and well-being. Perhaps consider sharing a cuppa with someone you know who could use the support or challenge your family and friends to unplug from social media for the entire month to improve their well-being. If you or someone you know is going through a rough patch, don’t forget you can call or text 1737 anytime for FREE support from a trained counsellor.

Don’t forget, this month also coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10th) followed by Mental Health Awareness Week (23 - 29 September) and Mental Health Awareness Day on October 10th.

However you choose to take part, feel free to tag us in your posts + use the following hashtag so we can see how you’re cultivating better mental health for yourself or in your community this month:

#NSNZmentalhealth

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1849 days ago

How are the measles immunisation rates where you live?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Vaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?… View moreVaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?

Search for your suburb here to check the immunisation rates percentages in 2018.

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1849 days ago
1850 days ago

SINGERS WANTED

Jean from Linwood

Hi Everyone,
We are enjoying the leadership of our new Music Director, Henry, a young man who joined us in February this year, and who is so easy to work with, and such a great asset to our choir. We recently performed our first concert with Henry, and have had very encouraging feedback from … View more
Hi Everyone,
We are enjoying the leadership of our new Music Director, Henry, a young man who joined us in February this year, and who is so easy to work with, and such a great asset to our choir. We recently performed our first concert with Henry, and have had very encouraging feedback from members of the audience on how much they enjoyed the concert.

But, it’s your turn now! How would you like to join our choir, the RISINGHOLME SINGERS, and be part of our “merry band of singers”. Yes, we are a very friendly bunch of people, where all new members are always made very welcome. We are a 4-part non-auditioned community choir of some 28 members, but would like to add to our little group. We are now working on our Christmas concert, and are enjoying every minute.

We are therefore now looking for new members, particularly Tenors, and although it is not essential to be able to read music (although it helps!), as long as you can sing in tune, you would be most welcome to join us, as you would soon learn the music from our very helpful Henry.

We perform two or three concerts a year, and our music mostly consists of well-known pieces from movies, shows, hit records, some classical, etc., all of which we really enjoy singing.

We rehearse in the lounge of the Opawa Baptist Church every Monday evening, from 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m., with a short break in between.

If you would be interested in joining us, and would like to come along at the next Monday evening rehearsal, please feel free to do so.

If you have any questions, please contact our President, Jill Willmott, on 388 3235 or at risingholmesingers@gmail.com

(You can view photos on the Risingholme Facebook page)

1850 days ago

Overcoming Obstacles

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 Through school-based programmes like #KiwiCan, #Stars, and #ProjectK, we empower our youth to grow into the best versions of themselves.

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1850 days ago

Loans built for small business

Prospa

Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed … View more
Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed as a time-strapped business owner – and the funds were immediately put to use on upgrades and kitchen renovations.
Find out more

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1850 days ago

Three Christchurch mayoral hopefuls in public debate

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Three of Christchurch's leading mayoral hopefuls will face-off in a public debate in the city centre.

Lianne Dalziel, John Minto and Darryll Park will lock horns at a forum hosted by the Canterbury Chamber of Commerce at The Piano.

Dalziel, Minto and Park were invited to take part after … View more
Three of Christchurch's leading mayoral hopefuls will face-off in a public debate in the city centre.

Lianne Dalziel, John Minto and Darryll Park will lock horns at a forum hosted by the Canterbury Chamber of Commerce at The Piano.

Dalziel, Minto and Park were invited to take part after polling indicated they are leading the 13-strong field of mayoral contenders.

The forum is supported by The Press and the MC will be broadcast journalist Sacha McNeil.

The September 4 forum runs from 5pm to 7.30pm.

It is open to the public and free but registration is essential. Email registration@cecc.org.nz or by phone at 03 366 5096.

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1851 days ago

How to avoid war with the neighbours

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you fallen out with a neighbour? Rising tensions can make some situations difficult to negotiate.

Click here to find out some handy tips for sorting things out if issues arise.

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1852 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1852 days ago

Creative designs from your recycling bin!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ferrymead

What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

Make the most of this weekend with this … View more
What to do with old glass jars? There’s something about the beauty of empty glass jars that makes it hard to just put them into the recycling bin.

If you’ve been holding onto a few hoping for an inspiring project, you’ll love this super easy idea.

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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1852 days ago

A big Thank you to all those who attended our AGM.

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Thank you to all of our volunteers , Life members and speakers who attended our AGM on Tuesday - we even had some members of the public and press! Every year we hold our AGM , where we come together to hear yearly reports, listen to speakers and give thanks to our dedicated volunteers . If you are … View moreThank you to all of our volunteers , Life members and speakers who attended our AGM on Tuesday - we even had some members of the public and press! Every year we hold our AGM , where we come together to hear yearly reports, listen to speakers and give thanks to our dedicated volunteers . If you are interested in becoming part of our team then please email manager.cabchch@gmail.com. We are particularly recruiting for volunteers live in Central city or the Eastern suburbs.

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1852 days ago

Purina dogfood

Sie from Woolston

Half off sale price. Unopened

Price: $15

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1852 days ago

Free muffin Tuesday.

Bernard Godden from Sumner Redcliffs RSA

Yeah! It's the first Tuesday of the month and STILL we are giving away muffins.

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1853 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Another member's story has been added to the AEA website.

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1853 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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