Richmond, Christchurch

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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1998 days ago

Poll: Have you struggled to arrange childcare as a result of today's teacher strike?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Across the country, close to 50,000 primary, intermediate and secondary school teachers have said they will walk off the job for a one-day "mega-strike".

Education Minister Chris Hipkins, in the lead-up to the strike, said the offer to primary and secondary teachers worth $1.2 billion … View more
Across the country, close to 50,000 primary, intermediate and secondary school teachers have said they will walk off the job for a one-day "mega-strike".

Education Minister Chris Hipkins, in the lead-up to the strike, said the offer to primary and secondary teachers worth $1.2 billion over four years would not be increased.

To read more, click here

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Have you struggled to arrange childcare as a result of today's teacher strike?
  • 13.9% Yes
    13.9% Complete
  • 29.8% No
    29.8% Complete
  • 56.3% Does not impact me
    56.3% Complete
1184 votes
1999 days ago

Queen bed

Penieli from Shirley

Good condition

Price: $50

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1999 days ago

Family-friendly Zumba class at the Hub - Wednesday 10am

Carly McCall from Phillipstown Community Hub

Looking for something fun to do while the kids are home tomorrow?
Join Fitclub at the Hub for a family-friendly Zumba party at the Hub! In Room 8, starting 10am (doors open 9:30) - Just $2 per adult, children are FREE. They can join in or simply hang out and play with some great friends. Snacks … View more
Looking for something fun to do while the kids are home tomorrow?
Join Fitclub at the Hub for a family-friendly Zumba party at the Hub! In Room 8, starting 10am (doors open 9:30) - Just $2 per adult, children are FREE. They can join in or simply hang out and play with some great friends. Snacks and toys provided <3

Zumba runs EVERY Wednesday at 10am - always just $2 - as well as a range of other terrific kid-friendly fitness classes five days per week. Visit Fitclub at the Hub on Facebook to learn more!

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1999 days ago

Talofa and Happy Samoa Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Samoa Language Week is an opportunity for every New Zealander to come together to help protect the stories, cultures and traditions our Pacific languages hold, for the benefit of future generations.

In honour of this month's national campaign, here's some common words you can learn to … View more
Samoa Language Week is an opportunity for every New Zealander to come together to help protect the stories, cultures and traditions our Pacific languages hold, for the benefit of future generations.

In honour of this month's national campaign, here's some common words you can learn to say and use in Samoan while out supporting our young people.

#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople

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1999 days ago

Severe weather watch - strong winds expected

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Area: Canterbury Plains including Christchurch and Banks Peninsula
Valid: 24 hours from 3:00pm Wednesday to 3:00pm Thursday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times, especially near the foothills and about Banks Peninsula.

Area: Otago and Southland
Valid: … View more
Area: Canterbury Plains including Christchurch and Banks Peninsula
Valid: 24 hours from 3:00pm Wednesday to 3:00pm Thursday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times, especially near the foothills and about Banks Peninsula.

Area: Otago and Southland
Valid: 9 hours from 2:00pm to 11:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places during this time.

Please note, that for western areas of the South Island, this is a significant rain event and that total accumulations may exceed 500mm in some places by the end of the week.

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1999 days ago

Christchurch stadium could cost almost $1 billion to build and operate

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The cost of running Christchurch's long-awaited stadium may be as much as $450 million for the first 25 years of its life, equating to $1.5m a month.

But the city council expects revenue from the stadium to "largely offset these costs".

The stadium, still more than four years away … View more
The cost of running Christchurch's long-awaited stadium may be as much as $450 million for the first 25 years of its life, equating to $1.5m a month.

But the city council expects revenue from the stadium to "largely offset these costs".

The stadium, still more than four years away from opening, could cost up to $520m to build, with construction expected to get under way in late 2020.

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2000 days ago

For a solid future, get a trade!

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentryView more
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentry and joinery. You’ll learn from inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments and you’ll get lots of hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace.

To find out more visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
Find out more

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2000 days ago

Ugly sofa with nice cover

Linda from Avonside - Dallington

Floral sofa with red cover. Cover is in great condition, sofa is not but is functional. Cushions can be converted back to hideous floral pattern by removing the blue covers if you wish. Cover is machine washable and dry-able.
Cat does not come with the sofa. Must be picked up. Call to … View more
Floral sofa with red cover. Cover is in great condition, sofa is not but is functional. Cushions can be converted back to hideous floral pattern by removing the blue covers if you wish. Cover is machine washable and dry-able.
Cat does not come with the sofa. Must be picked up. Call to arrange 3896999 (leave a message if you get the machine).

Free

2000 days ago
2000 days ago

Poll: Do you support the teachers' mega-strike this Wednesday?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

About 50,000 primary and secondary teachers will swap their pens for placards after their two unions rejected a series of pay offers. It will affect hundreds of thousands of students in more than 2000 schools.
To read more, click here

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Do you support the teachers' mega-strike this Wednesday?
  • 56.7% Yes!
    56.7% Complete
  • 37.6% No.
    37.6% Complete
  • 5.7% Haven't really thought about it.
    5.7% Complete
1924 votes
2001 days ago

Old shed wanted

Sheree Neighbourly Lead from Avonside - Dallington

Hi does anyone have a garden shed or shelter type building you dont use anymore or may have for sale we are needing one asap to house lawn mower etc but on very limited budget please message me if you may have something that would be suitable :)

2004 days ago

Creative Writing Workshops at Phillipstown Hub

Carly McCall from Phillipstown Community Hub

Does the heart of a writer beat within you?
Ever wanted to write poetry? Or short stories?

Writing workshops at the Hub have commenced on Wednesdays 1-3pm, $2 koha.
Everyone welcome!

Contact Hub office for more information tel 379 3256 or 0204 121 6155 or email info@phillipstown.org.nz

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2006 days ago

PETROL

Jude from Avondale

What is going on with the petrol regulations that we were promised. Petrol is now up to $2.39 in places. This country is a big joke. We all work work work and things keep going up. Part of the problem with children not eating etc etc is because everything continually goes up except wages.

2003 days ago

Looking to spruce up your walls?

Resene

Dress up and your walls and save 30% with Resene!

We have thousands of wallpaper collections available with a huge range of designs - from modern and contemporary to retro to colourful and creative for the kids.

Pop into your local Resene ColorShop and our team can help you find the perfect … View more
Dress up and your walls and save 30% with Resene!

We have thousands of wallpaper collections available with a huge range of designs - from modern and contemporary to retro to colourful and creative for the kids.

Pop into your local Resene ColorShop and our team can help you find the perfect design to suit.

Hurry, sale ends 4th June 2019.
Colour your walls

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2006 days ago

pet owners warned over calicivirus rabbit cull in christchurch red zone

Gareth from Burwood

www.stuff.co.nz...

Last time I checked, the vaccine (new one) was well over $200..and the older one with partial protection around $100.

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