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If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.
In the last five years in Christchurch there have been 20 deaths and 119 serious injury road crashes caused by alcohol and speed. The majority of those at fault were male.
Don’t become a statistic. Think before you drink.
Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
Many people don’t realise how much alcohol is in what they drink. Take the test to find out how many standard drinks you are drinking on an occasion.
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?
Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Just the thought I let anyone know that there is two sets of keys in the Styx reserve car park (Styx road end) one single key and other looks like car keys just sitting on post in far end car park.
If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?
On Monday 19th December between 6am and 7.30pm all buses will detour away from part of Grampian St and Claridges Rd while road works are carried out. Buses travelling towards Northlands will detour off Cavendish Rd onto Veitches Rd, Grampian St and Glenmore Ave back onto Highsted Rd to continue … View moreOn Monday 19th December between 6am and 7.30pm all buses will detour away from part of Grampian St and Claridges Rd while road works are carried out. Buses travelling towards Northlands will detour off Cavendish Rd onto Veitches Rd, Grampian St and Glenmore Ave back onto Highsted Rd to continue the normal route. Buses travelling towards Northwood will detour off Highsted Rd onto Glenmore Ave, Grampian St and Veitches Rd back onto Cavendish Rd to continue the normal route. All bus stops on Cavendish Rd and stops 19060, 19018, 40979 and 19798 on Highsted Rd will be closed during this time and temporary stops will be available further south on Highsted Rd and on Glenmore Ave instead. View detour map below.
Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?
Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
… View moreDo you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?
Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.
toys, clothes,books and brick a brack most items just $1 kids are making some money for xmas holidays so we have had a clean out Pentland drive 8 til 12 saturday 17 december
Inspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led … View moreInspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led development is happening across the city. Local hosts will introduce participants to projects, approaches, relationships and success factors that grow resilience, that is driven by and works for local people. And then we will take what we learn into a second day of interactive workshops. Activate is the first of its kind in New Zealand - it's going to be great - click on our link for all the details.
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Merry Christmas from Rose and Matt!
We want people to be safe on the road, so we want to encourage you to think about how you share it. Visit CCC's Cycle Safely webpage to find out how to be safe and considerate of other road users.
A standard drink has 10g of pure alcohol in it. But how do you know exactly how much that is? How full should you fill the glass? Try this online tool and put your knowledge to the test.
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