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At Ara Institute of Canterbury, we’re committed to providing trades training opportunities that meet the employment needs of our local communities and lead to local jobs. Mathew Jack experienced this first hand when he took a course in heavy automotive engineering at our Timaru campus. After … View moreAt Ara Institute of Canterbury, we’re committed to providing trades training opportunities that meet the employment needs of our local communities and lead to local jobs. Mathew Jack experienced this first hand when he took a course in heavy automotive engineering at our Timaru campus. After Mathew completed his eight-month course, he found employment with Smallbone in Ashburton, where he lives.
He says the “excellent training” he received prepared him well for the job. “It set me up to excel in an exciting and demanding career.” In Timaru, we’ve got programmes in engineering trades, electrical, automotive and painting and decorating starting in February. You can learn all about them here.
Hello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We … View moreHello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We were absolutely inundated with offers - and we're SO SORRY if we've missed anyone, or haven't gotten back to you - please get in touch again - email me - sam@neighboursday.org.nz.
Road Trip Itinerary - neighboursday.org.nz...
We're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone planning a Neighbours Day Event, or supporting other people.
Come along, share ideas, and get the support you need to put on a great Neighbours Day Aotearoa event!
Check out our Road Trip page for a list of our confirmed destinations and scheduled workshops, be sure to check back soon as we confirm further workshops. Also! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook to follow our facebook live updates as we hit the road!
Start your engines! www.youtube.com...
Hi neighbours,
Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know… View moreHi neighbours,
Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?
Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?
We want to know your opinion on the debate. To share your views in Stuff Nation, click here.
While roadworks and road closures remain a key issue, more people are finding it easy to travel by car compared to last year.
What do you make of the results of the latest Life in Christchurch Survey? Head to Newsline for a full breakdown.
Hi Folks, it's concert time again, and Risingholme Singers' final concert of the year is taking place on Saturday 24th November at Heaton Normal Intermediate School, Performing Arts Centre, at 125-133 Heaton Street. On this occasion, our Music Director, Caroline Attard, has decided … View moreHi Folks, it's concert time again, and Risingholme Singers' final concert of the year is taking place on Saturday 24th November at Heaton Normal Intermediate School, Performing Arts Centre, at 125-133 Heaton Street. On this occasion, our Music Director, Caroline Attard, has decided that the concert will start at 8.00 p.m. but, it should be finished by about 9.30 p.m. I'm sure, as always, it will be a great concert, as we have a lovely varied programme, AND the audience get to sing with us as well during the evening! In case you cannot read the Contact phone number on the attached Poster, the Contact is Jill Willmott on 388 3235. Hope to see you there!
There was an interesting article in the news that came up on the computer this morning with regard to recent cases of Gold Card Fraud.
For those of you who have one, ( or who may have elderly parents with one), like me until recently ,you may not be aware that if it is taken to your local AA office… View moreThere was an interesting article in the news that came up on the computer this morning with regard to recent cases of Gold Card Fraud.
For those of you who have one, ( or who may have elderly parents with one), like me until recently ,you may not be aware that if it is taken to your local AA office along with suitable identification they will put the holders photo on it for free!
Not only does it identify the holder and possibly stop it being used if lost, but it can also be useful as a means of Identification particularly if a person no longer has a driving licence which is the normal means of photo ID.
It was not mentioned in the article which surprised me, but very few of the people and friends I have talked to have ever heard of it.
It is surprising how many businesses will give you a discount if you ask for it.
We most frequently use ours at our local Challenge Garage that gives a 15 cents per Litre discount when it is produced every time.
We have also used it to travel free on the Diamond harbour Ferry and will be going to Auckland soon and intend to use it to visit Waiheke Island.
We do not use them on the bus services but as I understand it free bus travel outside the busy travel periods is one of the main benefits that the cards are used for.
So please protect your cards and don't let them be abused or we may all loose them and that would be a sad loss.
Cheers and have a great day. Colin B.
From Pages Road, Bexley, near the brighton bridge, the old bexley garage. It was last seen Sunday afternoon the 4th November.It is totally unique built by a man at his home. the colouring is bold and simple. If you have seen this caravan contact me on my cell phone 0276099665. Your help and … View moreFrom Pages Road, Bexley, near the brighton bridge, the old bexley garage. It was last seen Sunday afternoon the 4th November.It is totally unique built by a man at his home. the colouring is bold and simple. If you have seen this caravan contact me on my cell phone 0276099665. Your help and observations are much appreciated
Local emergency services have told us the routes they need to use in the event of an earthquake.
Have we missed any key transport routes in the district?
Check out the map and have your say here: bit.ly...
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View moreNew Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."
Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here
Our parks in Banks Peninsula are special, so it goes without saying we want to look after them.
To do that, we’ve come up with a plan to protect two major reserves - Misty Peaks and Te Oka.
Head online and tell us if you think of our plans - they’re still in draft form, so your feedback will … View moreOur parks in Banks Peninsula are special, so it goes without saying we want to look after them.
To do that, we’ve come up with a plan to protect two major reserves - Misty Peaks and Te Oka.
Head online and tell us if you think of our plans - they’re still in draft form, so your feedback will help us create the final versions - just click the link below!
Thanks Nadja Mclean for providing this beautiful image 😍
Does anyone need their deck....concrete etc cleaned before Christmas. If so please send me a private message and i will get back to you to discuss details. Thankyou and have a lovely day :)
Has your community got anything planned for Halloween this year? We want to hear about anything scary, cool or quirky happening this All Hallows' Eve (Wednesday - October 31). (Please let us know if you don't want your comments published by writing NFP.)
The attached pics are from the … View moreHas your community got anything planned for Halloween this year? We want to hear about anything scary, cool or quirky happening this All Hallows' Eve (Wednesday - October 31). (Please let us know if you don't want your comments published by writing NFP.)
The attached pics are from the Thrill the World event in Christchurch's Cathedral Square on Sunday, where 'zombies' gathered to dance to Michael Jackson's Thriller. The event was held in various cities around the world to celebrate how we are all one community, regardless of our political, economic and racial backgrounds.
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