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1550 days ago

Diary of a Christchurch bus passenger in a pandemic - what have you seen?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Stuff reporter and regular Christchurch bus user Vicki Anderson observes how her fellow passengers have reacted to mandatory mask wearing on public transport.

What has your public transport experience been like since the introduction of mandatory masks? Share in the comments below.

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1549 days ago

'Emotional' reunion as new Christchurch Hospital helipad gets test run

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Kate Murney doesn’t remember anything from the first time she was flown to Christchurch Hospital, but she won’t forget the second time.

The 67-year-old mother of three was rushed to hospital in December 2013 with acute septicemia, a serious blood infection. Her family was told she wasn’t … View more
Kate Murney doesn’t remember anything from the first time she was flown to Christchurch Hospital, but she won’t forget the second time.

The 67-year-old mother of three was rushed to hospital in December 2013 with acute septicemia, a serious blood infection. Her family was told she wasn’t going to make it, but miraculously, she survived.

She returned to Christchurch Hospital on Thursday to visit the new helipad atop the new Hagley Acute Services building and to thank those who saved her life.

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1549 days ago

Ferrymead Lions PEA STRAW Sale. Saturday 5th Sept

Bernard from Sumner

Note the new venue for the Redcliffs sale: now at McCormacks Bay Rd, Redcliffs end.
Please order in advance for deliveries.

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1549 days ago

Missing Cat -Sydenham

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

Posting on behalf of a gentleman walking the streets looking for his beloved family cat.

MISSING - CAT - (SYDENHAM) CHRISTCHURCH

Hi there, I have a missing cat 😭. Her name is Cleo and has been missing for a week now. She's a lovely tabby and white 10month old girl. She's desexed and … View more
Posting on behalf of a gentleman walking the streets looking for his beloved family cat.

MISSING - CAT - (SYDENHAM) CHRISTCHURCH

Hi there, I have a missing cat 😭. Her name is Cleo and has been missing for a week now. She's a lovely tabby and white 10month old girl. She's desexed and microchipped.
Normal home address is Percival street, sydenham.
She has a tiny meow but a massive rumbly purr.
Was last seen Wednesday night 26.8.20. She had just had dinner and wanted to pop out which is totally normal - Was about 6pm. She normally drives us a bit mad coming in, check bowl, head out to sniff something new, repeat.
Normally a very close to home cat but for some reason this time just didn't come back.
Best contact is me - Maarty 021814828 or message on www.facebook.com...

1549 days ago

Thank you from our team at NumberWorks'nWords

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

2020 continues to challenge all of us, and our focus continues to remain on providing world class maths and English tuition. We would like to thank all of our families for working closely with us, enabling us to help your children reach their full potential.

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1550 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Thousands of people flocked to Christchurch's King Edward Barracks to seek a bargain at what the organiser, Radio Avon, billed as The World's Largest Garage Sale on April 11, 1978.

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1550 days ago

It's hard to beat a hand filleted piece of NZ Hoki.

McDonald's NZ

Caught locally in the sparkling waters that surround New Zealand, our Hoki is renowned for its succulent texture, white flesh and great taste.

We use the best ingredients to make all our Macca's® meals. Whether you’re in Whangarei or Queenstown, you’ll always get the great quality and … View more
Caught locally in the sparkling waters that surround New Zealand, our Hoki is renowned for its succulent texture, white flesh and great taste.

We use the best ingredients to make all our Macca's® meals. Whether you’re in Whangarei or Queenstown, you’ll always get the great quality and taste.
Find out more

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1550 days ago

Linwood Village Market & Te Whare Roimata Garage Sale 5th Sept

Jess from Linwood

Back by popular demand! And this month the Linwood Village Market is combining with the Te Whare Roimata Mini Garage Sale. 274 Gloucester St. This Sat 5th Sept. 9am-1pm.

Free

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1550 days ago

WANTED.. Old Metal - Tin - Enamel Badges...

Michael from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

Wanted.. Old Badges.. I am a collector of old Tin - Enamel - Metal Badges.. Any interesting collections or odd ones considered..
These can be on most subjects.. Sport, Advertising, Music, Military etc etc.. But not Bowling Club Badges..
Please private message me or contact via email … View more
Wanted.. Old Badges.. I am a collector of old Tin - Enamel - Metal Badges.. Any interesting collections or odd ones considered..
These can be on most subjects.. Sport, Advertising, Music, Military etc etc.. But not Bowling Club Badges..
Please private message me or contact via email mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

1551 days ago

First home buying stories wanted

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for … View moreHi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for years to get a deposit together? Perhaps your family chipped in to help get you on the ladder? Are you older and buying for the first time? Did you choose to move into a home with a friend or another couple to make it more affordable? Please let us know in the comments below, or drop me a line in the messages. Your comments my be used in a story, but we'd also be interested in chatting to you for an exciting project coming up!

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1550 days ago

Back your backyard: 12-hour guide to Christchurch

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Whether you’re treating yourself to a weekend of exploring the rebuilding city, or simply after a fresh take on home base, Christchurch is a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

The Garden City is home to top-of-the-line retail, quality eating and drinking establishments, and … View more
Whether you’re treating yourself to a weekend of exploring the rebuilding city, or simply after a fresh take on home base, Christchurch is a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

The Garden City is home to top-of-the-line retail, quality eating and drinking establishments, and plenty of activities to nourish body and soul.

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1552 days ago

Oasis (Salvation Army) Open Day 10-12.30

The Team from PGF Services - Christchurch

Oasis, Salvation Army’s gambling help service, is opening up their offices on Bealy Avenue for the community to come through. There are giveaways, kai, information, and tours. Everything is completely free and there are counsellors and public health staff on hand to answer any questions or … View moreOasis, Salvation Army’s gambling help service, is opening up their offices on Bealy Avenue for the community to come through. There are giveaways, kai, information, and tours. Everything is completely free and there are counsellors and public health staff on hand to answer any questions or concerns you may have about gambling harm. From asking about individuals struggles with gambling harm to questions about pokie funding (including The White Paper), to finding information for your clients to just popping in for a cuppa, a chat and to find out what you don’t know you don’t know.
126 Bealey Avenue.
If you can’t make it but want to know more, contact Nicky (Oasis) on Nicky.taylor@salvationarmy.org.nz 021718629 or Sarah Campagnolo Sarah.campagnolo@pgf.nz 037411621 or our websites, www.oasis.salvationarmy.org.nz... or www.pgf.nz...

1551 days ago

Demolition work starts on quake-damaged Christchurch Catholic cathedral

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The $1.8 million demolition project is expected to take a year and started this week with three workers salvaging two stone angels from the front of the historic building.

The church plans to build a school, church headquarters, parking building, and a replacement for the quake-damaged Cathedral … View more
The $1.8 million demolition project is expected to take a year and started this week with three workers salvaging two stone angels from the front of the historic building.

The church plans to build a school, church headquarters, parking building, and a replacement for the quake-damaged Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament between Victoria Square and the Avon River.

Read more here.

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1550 days ago

Christchurch landmarks to be lit up to mark Sept quake anniversary

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Several prominent Christchurch landmarks will be lit up this week to mark the 10th anniversary of the first major Canterbury earthquake.

New Brighton Pier, the New Regent St shops, the Town Hall Ferrier fountain, the Vaka a Hina sculpture in the east frame, the Fanfare sculpture at Chaney’s … View more
Several prominent Christchurch landmarks will be lit up this week to mark the 10th anniversary of the first major Canterbury earthquake.

New Brighton Pier, the New Regent St shops, the Town Hall Ferrier fountain, the Vaka a Hina sculpture in the east frame, the Fanfare sculpture at Chaney’s Corner, Christchurch Airport, and the State Highway 1 Memorial Bridge will all be lit up in green on Thursday and Friday.

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1569 days ago

Sum up the September 4 Canterbury quake anniversary in a single word

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

What word do you associate most with the September 4 earthquake in Canterbury?

As part of Stuff's upcoming coverage of the 10th anniversary of the quake, we want to hear your memories of the day life changed dramatically for so many.

We're collecting your submissions to create a word … View more
What word do you associate most with the September 4 earthquake in Canterbury?

As part of Stuff's upcoming coverage of the 10th anniversary of the quake, we want to hear your memories of the day life changed dramatically for so many.

We're collecting your submissions to create a word cloud to be published on the 10th anniversary.

It may be a word that describes how your life or your community has changed, or one that takes you back to that very moment the earth shook on the morning of September 4, 2010.

To share the word you believe best sums up the 10 years since the quake, click here or email stuffnation@stuff.co.nz

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