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2310 days ago

Are you a Christ's College or a Christchurch Boys' High School supporter?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

They say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this … View moreThey say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this year's match.

2309 days ago

Our top ten playgrounds

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Make the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
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Check out our top ten playgrounds here: … View more
Make the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
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Check out our top ten playgrounds here: bit.ly...

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2309 days ago

What do you think of this new look for your city?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Christchurch,

By 2019, Cashel St is going to look a whole lot different! Fifty new businesses could be trading this time next year, as construction surges ahead. Which new food and drink places are you most excited about? Is there anything you'd like added? Let us know in the replies! … View more
Hey Christchurch,

By 2019, Cashel St is going to look a whole lot different! Fifty new businesses could be trading this time next year, as construction surges ahead. Which new food and drink places are you most excited about? Is there anything you'd like added? Let us know in the replies! To read more, click here.

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2308 days ago

Christchurch's top playgrounds

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch has heaps of fantastic playgrounds! See if you can find one in your neighbourhood that you didn’t know about by using the interactive map at: bit.ly...

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2309 days ago

Bamboo's a sustainable beauty

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

When it comes to an Earth-friendly wood, bamboo's hard to beat. And in the hands of local designers Bevan Whiting and Andrew Veitch, it's being turned into beautiful and innovative home products.

See how they find creative ways to showcase bamboo's sustainable wow factor, here.

2310 days ago

Last chance to nominate for the 2018 Women of Influence Awards!

Women of Influence

We’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. … View moreWe’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. Help us celebrate those influential women in your life who are championing real change, every day.

Visit womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
Find out more

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2314 days ago

CHlORINE LEVEL.

Susanne from Phillipstown

YES! It is to be reduced by half,announced a while ago but will take a while for the change to go through and be noticable.Should. make a good difference and cheer people up so hold fire buying filter systems until the change comes out of our taps.

2310 days ago

Are you a Christ's College or a Christchurch Boys' High School supporter?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

They say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this … View moreThey say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this year's match.

2310 days ago

Kiwi Family Trust Presents Empowering Positive Change

Natasha Layton from Kiwi Family Trust

Empowering Positive Change 3 Day Programme In Christchurch This June!

Are you interested in moving forward with your life, communicating better with loved ones or looking for a change of direction? If you are ready for a change, check this out!



Date: 18th, 19th & 20th June 2018

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Empowering Positive Change 3 Day Programme In Christchurch This June!

Are you interested in moving forward with your life, communicating better with loved ones or looking for a change of direction? If you are ready for a change, check this out!



Date: 18th, 19th & 20th June 2018

Time: 8.30am for 9.00am start to 4.30pm

Venue: 420 St Asaph Street, Christchurch



Criteria Information:



Anyone with a community services card, under 20 years old or that works or volunteers in the community, education, social or health sectors are immediately sponsored by Kiwi Family Trust. Anyone outside of this criteria can fill out the application for sponsorship section of our enrolment form to be sponsored.



You can enrol online here www.kiwifamilytrust.org...



Or call us toll-free on 0508 543375 to apply. If you have issues accessing our e-form please e-mail natasha@kiwifamilytrust.org so she can send you an enrollment form:)

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2310 days ago

Queen's Birthday Sale this weekend

Plumb'In Bathrooms Christchurch

It's a Royal Flush this Queens Birthday weekend at Plumb'In Bathrooms. Store wide savings from top bathroom brands

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2310 days ago

Queen’s Birthday advice for South Island drivers

Elesha Gordon from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as … View more
The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as well as predicted peak times.

Important tips from NZTA:
- Bear in mind localised events and winter conditions
- Allow extra time as weather and road conditions can change in a relatively short period of time at this time of year
- Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter driving and stocked with food, water and blankets in case of any delays.
- Central Otago drivers: The Brass Monkey Rally, Idaburn Dam, Oturehua: Please take care whether you are in a car or on a motorbike with many more motorcyclists using the highways leading to and from Idaburn Dam this long weekend.

Check the latest weather conditions and warnings here:
- Keep updated with - Metservice's weather updates.
- Motorists can get real-time information from 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49)
- Follow traffic updates at the NZTA website.

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2310 days ago

Biking Activities around Chch for June 2018

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

It might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see … View moreIt might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

2311 days ago

Why did the chicken cross the road? *WIN*

Hell Pizza

There’s no punchy punchline here...she was just going to hang with her neighbours. Which is what you could be doing armed with five delicious back-by-popular-demand Death by Chicken pizzas.

Death by Chicken is the best way to go: we’re talking Free Range Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Red … View more
There’s no punchy punchline here...she was just going to hang with her neighbours. Which is what you could be doing armed with five delicious back-by-popular-demand Death by Chicken pizzas.

Death by Chicken is the best way to go: we’re talking Free Range Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Red Onions, Free Range Bacon, Mustard BBQ Sauce, topped with melted Swiss Cheese and Gherkin Mayo.

To celebrate the rebirth/revival of Death by Chicken, we’re giving SIX lucky Neighbourly member​s​ the chance to win five pizzas - for you and your neighbours.

Want your ‘hood in the draw? Just like or thank this post and we'll chuck you in the draw to win. ​Five Death by Chicken pizzas.

​Winners announced, Friday 08 June
​Quote: "Neighbourlychicken" to get free delivery for any order over $20
Order your pizza now!

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2311 days ago

Fundraising

Amy from Edgeware

Hey! I’m trying to raise money for an amazing cancer charity by doing #dryjuly . You should totally check it out!!
www.dryjuly.co.nz...

2312 days ago

KidsFest 2018

TechMate

The July school holidays are fast approaching and we here at Addington.net are excited to be involved in KidsFest 2018. We are offering children opportunities in 3D Design and Printing and Robot Wrangling. Tickets for these and other KidsFest Events go on sale at 9 am this Friday, 1 June.

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