Parklands - Marshlands, Christchurch

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2137 days ago

Short-term Host Families Over New Year

Andrew from Shirley

We are looking for people who may be available to host visitors of various ages from Japan for between 4 to 10 nights between Dec 27th and Jan 8th. You would receive a fair nightly payment, and are not expected to take them sightseeing, although they would be very happy to learn about NZ from you. … View moreWe are looking for people who may be available to host visitors of various ages from Japan for between 4 to 10 nights between Dec 27th and Jan 8th. You would receive a fair nightly payment, and are not expected to take them sightseeing, although they would be very happy to learn about NZ from you. If you think this is an experience you might enjoy, please email Andrew for more info. homestay298@gmail.com

2137 days ago

Neighbours Day Roadshow - Christchurch and onwards to Greymouth!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Day 4 and we started in Christchurch, hosted by Tim at the Christchurch Methodist Mission, a great bunch of ppl at the workshop. Then we hit the road, stopping in Sheffield for some amazing pies, and headed to Greymouth where we had our second workshop of the day with some truly amazing women!

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2143 days ago

How are you affected by the teachers' strike?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.

About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling … View more
Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.

About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling strikes, and even bigger strikes including both primary and secondary school teachers haven't been ruled out yet.

Teachers say the strike action is calling for better pay and working conditions, more learning support, including for children with special needs, and smaller class sizes.

So, do you support the strike action? Or do you think they should have accepted the previous offer? Are you a striking teacher? Or a parent that's been affected by the strike action? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2137 days ago

Free desks and chairs

Michelle from Belfast

2 x corner desks and 3 x straight desks and 3 x sets of drawers for under desks and lots of office chairs. Need gone urgently. Pick up from kaiapoi
Update: Gone pending pick up at 5:30pm today

Free

2137 days ago

Women: you can totally nail trades

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.

A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did … View more
If you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.

A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did a pre-trade course in electrical studies with us at Ara Institute of Canterbury. Tepora achieved 93% in her final exams – an outstanding result – and is now on her way to becoming a qualified electrician. We love helping female students into trades careers.

If this sounds like your kind of thing, explore your options here.
Find out more!

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2137 days ago

GARAGE SALE

Debbie from Parklands - Marshlands

This Saturday 24 November from 8.00am. 20 Titirangi Crescent, Tumara Park subdivision, Parklands, Christchurch. Household Goods, Clothing, toys etc.

2142 days ago

Waimairi Beach Bash

Waimairi Beach Golf Club Inc

Welcome to the inaugural "Waimairi Beach Bash" Long Drive Competition and Family Gala.
Long Drive Golf has emerged as one of the world's most popular golf formats and we're bringing it to Christchurch!
It's time to flex your summer muscles and give it a BASH!!
We have … View more
Welcome to the inaugural "Waimairi Beach Bash" Long Drive Competition and Family Gala.
Long Drive Golf has emerged as one of the world's most popular golf formats and we're bringing it to Christchurch!
It's time to flex your summer muscles and give it a BASH!!
We have thousands of dollars of prizes up for grabs. Lucky Spot and Straightest Drive prizes will be on our playing grid so you don't need to be hitting the long ball to walk away with something fantastic on the day.
If you're not a golfer entry is FREE. There will be a BBQ, a bouncy castle and games for the kids and the opportunity to watch some massively long hitters smash golf balls into the stratosphere!
UPDATE: We're thrilled to announce that DimensionX will be at the course on the afternoon of The Beach Bash. Dimension X is a multi-dimensional sensory experience that your kids will love. Bring them down on the day!

Want to give it a Bash? Entries are limited and open NOW!
$20.00 for 6 balls. Grades for Men & Women, Open, Masters (45+) and Junior (U14). You can enter online by clicking this link: www.eventbrite.com...
To enter email Nathan, manager@waimairibeach.co.nz or txt 027 584 0828
This event is proudly brought to you by our major sponsor Harcourts Vision Real Estate Limited

2138 days ago

Discover a better way to irrigate your garden

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it possible to conserve water while still keeping the best bits of your garden green this summer? We think so!
Find out more at bit.ly...

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2138 days ago

Marlon Williams in Christchurch!

Eccles Entertainment

In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Townhall
When: Sunday 3rd … View more
In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Townhall
When: Sunday 3rd March 2019

Ticketek member’s pre-sale runs from 9am – 5pm NZ on Thursday 22nd November from www.ticketek.co.nz

General public tickets on sale 12.00pm NZ Friday 23rd November from www.ticketek.co.nz
Find out more!

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2138 days ago

Garden Diary 2019 early bird offer!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Use the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, … View moreUse the diary to keep track of your garden’s progress throughout the seasons. Record what you’ve sown, grown and harvested each month, and plan ahead with timely checklists of key garden chores for beginners and expert gardeners. It's also packed with handy horticultural hints, troubleshooting tips and delicious seasonal recipes so you can make the most of your homegrown harvests. Order before the official on-sale date for $11.90 (save $4). Early bird special price runs until November 25, 2018.

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2146 days ago

Poll: Are libraries a place for snoozing?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

In Christchurch's new central library, Tūranga, you can play video games, use remote-controlled cars or utilise the $1.2 million touchscreen.

But should you be able to catch a few Zs in our city's learning centres to kill some time? One security guard doesn't think so – or maybe … View more
In Christchurch's new central library, Tūranga, you can play video games, use remote-controlled cars or utilise the $1.2 million touchscreen.

But should you be able to catch a few Zs in our city's learning centres to kill some time? One security guard doesn't think so – or maybe he was just checking for vital signs.

"I thought I'd just close my eyes for five or 10 minutes. I'd noticed the security guy walking around before that ... he just came over and said 'excuse me, sir, you need to wake up'," library visitor Raymond Lum says.

Should you be able to have a quick snooze in the library if that book is making the eyelids a little heavy?

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Are libraries a place for snoozing?
  • 20.7% Of course. Kick back, relax and enjoy those comfy seats.
    20.7% Complete
  • 15.6% Only if you're not going to snore like a chainsaw.
    15.6% Complete
  • 63.7% No, absolutely not. If you want a nap, go home.
    63.7% Complete
545 votes
2140 days ago

Record breaking cocaine seizure

Social Media Advisor from New Zealand Police

A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container … View more
A joint international operation involving Australian Federal Police and New Zealand Customs Service has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old Sydney man and the seizure of approximately 190kg of cocaine making it New Zealand's largest cocaine seizure.

On Monday, 20 August 2018, a container listed as a shipment of bananas arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, on a vessel from Balboa, Panama.

New Zealand Customs and Police inspected the container and found five duffel bags on top of the banana boxes, which contained 190 blocks of cocaine each weighing around a kilogram that had been wrapped in packaging tape.

🍌 B-A-N-A-N-A-S! 🍌

Anyone who wants to report illegal drug activity can contact their nearest Police station or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

More here: www.police.govt.nz...

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2141 days ago

2018 Emergency Mobile Alert test - 25th November

Kat from Waimairi Beach

The next nationwide test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November 2018. The test alert will be sent by the Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management between 6 and 7 pm.

For more info visit:

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

2141 days ago

We've joined Neighbourly!

The Team from New Zealand Police

Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we… View more
Kia ora neighbours,

We wanted to let you know that New Zealand Police have now joined Neighbourly! We're happy to be here!

Other than occasionally posting cute pictures of our canine friends, we plan to share with you the latest happenings in your community and around the country - as we work together to create safer communities.

Please remember our Neighbourly page and private messages are not monitored by Police and are not the place to report crimes - IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111.

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2141 days ago

Resene summer weekend project!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Add some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreAdd some colour to your barbecue table this summer! Get stuck into making these easy coasters using masking tape and Resene paint. Choose your favourite colour combinations and shapes. Make the most of your 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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