Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs, Christchurch

2551 days ago

45 by 45 - first one done!

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

The first thing off my list of 45 things to complete by the time I'm 45 has been completed. Admission - it was in the wind before my birthday, but it was still something I had wanted to do, and it was serendipitous that it all happened around the same time.

I performed in front of an … View more
The first thing off my list of 45 things to complete by the time I'm 45 has been completed. Admission - it was in the wind before my birthday, but it was still something I had wanted to do, and it was serendipitous that it all happened around the same time.

I performed in front of an audience.

For eight weeks last term, I was part of a rag-tag bunch of twenty or so individuals who got together every Monday night, telling stories, making stuff up and having a hell of a lot of fun. We were teachers, tattoo artists, students, personal trainers, professionals. All with our own reasons for coming, and united in our desire to step outside our comfort zones and try something new - and maybe make some friends along the way.

Our tutor, Emma Brittenden, was an absolute breath of fresh air while being incredibly encouraging and delightfully naughty. She encouraged us all from the get-go to always be 'a bit shit'; to give ourselves permission to not be perfect. It's this lesson that's at the heart of improv, and, if you ask me, life itself.

Improv isn't just about acting or comedy or making a dick of yourself on stage. It's about sharpening your brain, inspiring your partner and failing spectacularly and being more than comfortable with it.

We learned story structure and we learned the rules of the games, but we also learned how to read cues and how to step back and let someone else lead. We learned to let go. We learned to relish our failures.

A couple of weeks ago we showcased what we'd learned in front of an audience of family and friends. And it was both terrifying and terrific.

If you're keen to repeat my madness, I highly recommend this class as a way of dipping your toes in.

Spontaneity One runs at the Court Theatre every Monday night from 6pm-7.30pm. No experience necessary!
$127 per term (8 weeks).
Book at courteducation.org.nz.

The full list of my 45 by 45 can be found on my blog: shewillbealright.wordpress.com.... I'll update as I go.

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2563 days ago

45 before 45 - ideas please!

Christchurch Mail

I had a birthday this week, and being the mad planner that I am, I'm creating a list of things to do before my next birthday - which will be my 45th.
So, I'm after ideas for things to put on my list of 45 things to achieve by the time I'm 45.
A couple of qualifiers: I'm not … View more
I had a birthday this week, and being the mad planner that I am, I'm creating a list of things to do before my next birthday - which will be my 45th.
So, I'm after ideas for things to put on my list of 45 things to achieve by the time I'm 45.
A couple of qualifiers: I'm not into adrenaline, so no jumping out of planes or off bridges. And they need to be things that I can do, and things that any normal person with normal resources would be able to achieve - no flying rockets into outer space or anything.
So far I've got:
1. Play a round of golf
2. Compete in a sport
3. Smash NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month)
4. Read 'The Bone People' (again)
I'll be setting up a blog and tracking progress online and in print, so come at me with your best ideas - even something that you set out to accomplish and achieved and gave you a real sense of achievement. Would love to hear your stories as well!
Shannon (Ed).

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2551 days ago

Kids chair, desk, and coffee table

Derek & Michi from Opawa - Saint Martins

Cleaning out the shed!
Kids chair: 41cm to seat, 76cm to back, 31cm x 32cm seat. $20.
Desk: 64cm h x 48cm x 60cm. $20.
Table: 45cm h x 121cm x 58cm. $30.
Pick up only in st martins.
02108324628

Negotiable

2552 days ago

Petunia power

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.

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2552 days ago

Today is International Day of the Older Persons!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Today is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age … View moreToday is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age Concern today as we celebrate the important role older people have in our society.

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2554 days ago

Register your event this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List… View more
It’s Conservation Week next month. You can celebrate by showing your backyard some love, through getting involved in activities and events either in your own backyard or in our big New Zealand backyard.

Do you have a conservation event that you’d like to have featured on our website? List it here: List your event

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2554 days ago

What do you think of our website?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Help us to help you!

We want to provide you with information that is as easy to find and use as possible, but we need your help to do this.

We would love for you to tell us what you think of this website, by completing our very short and anonymous survey.
(See link below)

It will only… View more
Help us to help you!

We want to provide you with information that is as easy to find and use as possible, but we need your help to do this.

We would love for you to tell us what you think of this website, by completing our very short and anonymous survey.
(See link below)

It will only take a couple of minutes (really, we promise), and your feedback will help us decide how we can improve this site.

Thanks!

Our Web Site: www.cab.org.nz...
Link to Survey: www.surveymonkey.com...

2554 days ago

See NZ’s best young singers perform

New Zealand Secondary Students Choir

Christchurch neighbours - don’t miss this chance to hear the New Zealand Secondary Students Choir in town these school holidays! Performing three public concerts, you’ll experience New Zealand’s finest teenage voices, right here in the Garden City. A highlight of the season is a vibrant … View moreChristchurch neighbours - don’t miss this chance to hear the New Zealand Secondary Students Choir in town these school holidays! Performing three public concerts, you’ll experience New Zealand’s finest teenage voices, right here in the Garden City. A highlight of the season is a vibrant outdoor performance as part of SCAPE Public Art.

The choir will sing in the Margaret Mahy Playground, 11.00am Saturday 7th October, all welcome! At 3.15pm there’s a ticketed concert at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral. On Sunday 8th October the students will perform at a service at the Transitional Cathedral.

The choir of 58 students features four Christchurch members and is conducted by Christchurch-based Artistic Director, Dr Andrew Withington.

Full details and ticket bookings on our website.
Find out more

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2554 days ago

Get involved in local water management

Canterbury Water

If you want to help deliver the community’s goals for water, then join your local water zone committee now.

Canterbury’s water zone committees are looking for new members to help ensure new perspectives are reflected.

The committees are currently focused on improving freshwater quality … View more
If you want to help deliver the community’s goals for water, then join your local water zone committee now.

Canterbury’s water zone committees are looking for new members to help ensure new perspectives are reflected.

The committees are currently focused on improving freshwater quality and biodiversity values, protecting drinking water supplies, encouraging sustainable farming practices, and enhancing recreational opportunities and cultural values.

The committees are looking for people who can see others’ points of view and work collaboratively to find solutions for water challenges.

Let us know wai you care - visit www.ecan.govt.nz/waiwecare to apply before 8th October.
Find out more

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2559 days ago

Botanic gardens photos

Chris from Linwood

Hi all, spent a couple of hours at the Botanic gardens yesterday afternoon to learn the capabilities of my new camera - here are a few photos from the afternoon...

2555 days ago

Sausage Sizzle Fundraiser!

Bev Adams from Woolston Development Project

We will be at Mitre 10 Ferrymead on Saturday, 30 September with lots of suasages to sell! Come and meet us and help us fundraise towards the costs of providing our programmes and services.

2555 days ago

Bee Swarms

Jim from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

If you see a bee swarm on or near your property, please give me a call and I will come and safely remove it. For your own safety, do not disturb it. This is a free service.
Call 3842766 or 02102387372 or email jbegg8081@gmail.com.

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2556 days ago

Specials this week at Opawa vege shop (Shop1-124 Opawa RD) - Thank you for viewing

Yue from Opawa - Saint Martins

900gm pre-packed Aust mandarin $2.99/bag
Silverbeet $1.99/ bunch
Garlic 4pk (Imported) $0.99/bag
5kg Onion $3.99/bag
Dole Fruit can (Fruit Salad or Peach slice) $0.99/ea
2L cooking Oil (Canola oil or Vagetable oil) $4.99/bottle
Premium beef/pork mince $8.99/k
bananas $1.99/kg (while stock … View more
900gm pre-packed Aust mandarin $2.99/bag
Silverbeet $1.99/ bunch
Garlic 4pk (Imported) $0.99/bag
5kg Onion $3.99/bag
Dole Fruit can (Fruit Salad or Peach slice) $0.99/ea
2L cooking Oil (Canola oil or Vagetable oil) $4.99/bottle
Premium beef/pork mince $8.99/k
bananas $1.99/kg (while stock last)
10kg spuds $7.99 (Agria, Ilam hardy, rua, rocket, all while stock last)
NZ Lemon $0.99/kg
loose Onions $0.99/kg
NZ Capsicums (all color) $0.99ea
Avocado 0.99ea or $4.59/bag(5pak)
500g bacon still $3.99ea
2L milk still $2.99 ea
Eggs 12pk Still $2.99 ea
Eggs 30pk $6.99/tray

Thank you for viewing.
Regards

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