Somerfield, Christchurch

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382 days ago

Civil Defence Emergency Support Team

Alan from Hoon Hay

On Saturday morning 2nd December 9.30am to 12.30pm the Civil Defence Emergency Support Team is holding an information day. Come along and see how you could help your community in the event of an earthquake, fire, flooding or other event. We would very much like to meet you,
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On Saturday morning 2nd December 9.30am to 12.30pm the Civil Defence Emergency Support Team is holding an information day. Come along and see how you could help your community in the event of an earthquake, fire, flooding or other event. We would very much like to meet you,
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378 days ago

SRA AGM & 3 Steps for Life Interactive session

Julie from Somerfield

Following a brief SRA AGM - join us for a Free 3 Steps for Life, 1 hour session at Somerfield Community Centre!!
Learn how to simply Save a life and much more!!
Enjoy free refreshments with local residents.

Guaranteed that you will learn something new and even better if you haven't had … View more
Following a brief SRA AGM - join us for a Free 3 Steps for Life, 1 hour session at Somerfield Community Centre!!
Learn how to simply Save a life and much more!!
Enjoy free refreshments with local residents.

Guaranteed that you will learn something new and even better if you haven't had time to do a full First Aid Course lately!

Please register any interested names for this event, numbers may need to be limited for this session.

Thanks to Somerfield Residents Association for organising this event and to St John staff for enabling these events for community groups.

Contact Julie via SRA FB page event, via Messenger app, or via email: somerfieldra@gmail.com
Text 027 2721063

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SRA 3 Steps for Life poster event Nov (1).pdf Download View

379 days ago

Happy Diwali!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Diwali! The Festival of Lights is a significant Hindu festival celebrated with lighting lamps, cultural rituals, and the exchange of sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Let's make your festival brighter and your wallet happier! CLICK BELOW to … View more
Happy Diwali! The Festival of Lights is a significant Hindu festival celebrated with lighting lamps, cultural rituals, and the exchange of sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Let's make your festival brighter and your wallet happier! CLICK BELOW to share your power-saving tips in our "Light Up Diwali, WN $150" competition.
Don't miss out - ends 13/11, 2023. T&Cs Apply.

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382 days ago

Change of seasons.

Gordon from Halswell

I see New World have just managed to sell the last 'Hot Cross Buns' in time for the Xmas Mince Pies.

379 days ago

Bookarama starts soon

Terry Fullerton from The Rotary Club Of Cashmere

Thanks to everyone for their generous donations of books and other items. The last day for donations to one of our collection bins is Monday 20 November or Saturday 18th for larger loads. To get the address for larger loads please send an email to info@rotaryinfo.org.nz.

We are still on the … View more
Thanks to everyone for their generous donations of books and other items. The last day for donations to one of our collection bins is Monday 20 November or Saturday 18th for larger loads. To get the address for larger loads please send an email to info@rotaryinfo.org.nz.

We are still on the lookout for somewhere after the sale to store all of the empty boxes for next year so if you know someone who has half a metre of wall- space at the back of a warehouse or similar please let us know.

We look forward to seeing you at the sale at the Addington Raceway which starts at 9am on Thursday 23 November.

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379 days ago

Happy Single's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Single's Day!
Whether you're celebrating solo or with friends, take some time today to treat yourself.
CLICK below to enter our Single's Day competition to WIN a $111 Prezzy Card!!

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386 days ago

What’s the best thing about living in Christchurch?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hi neighbours, Christchurch has been named among the world’s top cities that people from other countries would consider moving to – the only New Zealand city to make the list.

Christchurch took the joint 10th spot on the ranking, which was compiled by money transfer company Remitly, after … View more
Hi neighbours, Christchurch has been named among the world’s top cities that people from other countries would consider moving to – the only New Zealand city to make the list.

Christchurch took the joint 10th spot on the ranking, which was compiled by money transfer company Remitly, after analysing Google search data for the phrase “move to (city)” in 164 countries.

What do you think? What’s the best thing about living in Christchurch? Read the full story here and share your thoughts in the comments below.

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380 days ago

Call yourself a Kiwi? Vote KIWI for Bird of the Century!

Save the Kiwi

For more than 100 years, we New Zealanders have identified ourselves as Kiwis.

The kiwi is in the name of businesses, in logos, in ads, even on the wings of our Airforce ... ironically.

We think it's time we gave the little guy some well-deserved recognition. Show your love for our … View more
For more than 100 years, we New Zealanders have identified ourselves as Kiwis.

The kiwi is in the name of businesses, in logos, in ads, even on the wings of our Airforce ... ironically.

We think it's time we gave the little guy some well-deserved recognition. Show your love for our national icon - the kiwi - by voting KIWI for Bird of the Century.
Vote Now

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380 days ago

In the pink

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Transform a full kitchen with fresh Resene paint. Find out how with these handy tips.

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382 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for cucumber, or a recipe for plums?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, looking ahead to summer (we can't wait!) and the glut of crops, we're looking for recipes for either plum or cucumber dishes, to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by December 3, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the … View moreDear neighbours, looking ahead to summer (we can't wait!) and the glut of crops, we're looking for recipes for either plum or cucumber dishes, to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by December 3, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the December issue of NZ Gardener.

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382 days ago

Christmas is coming ho ho

Bernadette from Sydenham

I have some fabulous items for your viewing pleasure.
As you can see the earrings are dangly, however, if you prefer studs
I can do that for you.
Please note that I have to list a price although the one listed is the
starting price and not for each item.
The lowest price is $3.50 for the … View more
I have some fabulous items for your viewing pleasure.
As you can see the earrings are dangly, however, if you prefer studs
I can do that for you.
Please note that I have to list a price although the one listed is the
starting price and not for each item.
The lowest price is $3.50 for the silvery items and the highest price is
for the crystal filled bottle necklace.
Please ask if you are wanting something in between.
Thanks for looking.

Price: $3.50

385 days ago

Poll: Have you had a parcel stolen?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Christmas is on its way and for those of us with family across the country this means posting gifts from afar. Unfortunately, with the rise of mail theft in our communities, this can be risky business. Have you had a parcel stolen in your neighbourhood? Vote in our poll and share below whether this… View moreChristmas is on its way and for those of us with family across the country this means posting gifts from afar. Unfortunately, with the rise of mail theft in our communities, this can be risky business. Have you had a parcel stolen in your neighbourhood? Vote in our poll and share below whether this influences how you're gifting nowadays.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Have you had a parcel stolen?
  • 25.2% Yes I have
    25.2% Complete
  • 74.8% No, never
    74.8% Complete
1319 votes
383 days ago

Black Friday's Almost Here!

The Team from NZ Compare

Hold on a sec, mind-blowing deals are on the way! But before you rush in, take a moment to read our latest article for shopping tips that'll help you save hundreds of dollars this Black Friday.

Also, don't miss our Black Friday deals on broadband and power plans, plus PriceMe to … View more
Hold on a sec, mind-blowing deals are on the way! But before you rush in, take a moment to read our latest article for shopping tips that'll help you save hundreds of dollars this Black Friday.

Also, don't miss our Black Friday deals on broadband and power plans, plus PriceMe to compare retailers like The Warehouse, Noel Leeming, Farmers, and more!

Let's make this Black Friday the best one yet!
Get Tips Now

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384 days ago

‘The Maverick’ Russell loves a challenge

Essie Summers Retirement Village

At 96, Logan Campbell resident Russell Parrish has achieved an incredible feat - ‘knocking off’ the summit of One Tree Hill 30 times over 30 consecutive days. Plus, it was all for a great cause — raising money and awareness for Alzheimer’s in honor of his late wife Mary.

Every single day… View more
At 96, Logan Campbell resident Russell Parrish has achieved an incredible feat - ‘knocking off’ the summit of One Tree Hill 30 times over 30 consecutive days. Plus, it was all for a great cause — raising money and awareness for Alzheimer’s in honor of his late wife Mary.

Every single day of September, come rain, shine or blustering gale, Russell set off from his home at Ryman Healthcare’s Greenlane village to walk to the top of the iconic mountain set in the heart of Cornwall Park.

The idea also coincided with Ryman Healthcare’s annual Walking for Wellness challenge, which this year aptly had an Everest theme.

Watch Russell's full story.

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390 days ago

Lost child

Anton from Lyttelton

Dear Neighbours and friends,

I am asking you to consider giving an hour or two of your time on Saturday to help us encourage people to look for a missing child.

The child could be anywhere. They are most certainly terrified, may be suffering horrific injuries, slowly starving to death, dying… View more
Dear Neighbours and friends,

I am asking you to consider giving an hour or two of your time on Saturday to help us encourage people to look for a missing child.

The child could be anywhere. They are most certainly terrified, may be suffering horrific injuries, slowly starving to death, dying of thirst or buried alive along with their whanau, or even already dead. To make matters worse, we seem to be losing another child every 10 minutes now. These children come in all shapes and sizes, all ages from babies still in incubators, to young teenagers who have no hope for a future without pain and suffering.

We, who also come in all the shapes sizes, ages, genders and beliefs, have been meeting each Saturday to support people who are losing their children and families every day.

Please do come along and join us. There are more of us every week, but having you come along would mean a great deal to us and the families of the missing children.

We meet at : The Bridge of Remembrance (the bridge that has "Palestine" engraved in the stone)
When : Saturday
Time: 1 pm to 2pm

We may go for a heart warming stroll around the block afterwards. So do bring your families and friends, we would truly love to see you all. I can assure you that you will never regret coming along as you will immediately be accepted in the hearts of a family that transcends all borders, all nations.

Kia kaha e hoa arohanui,
Be strong for the children dear friends,

Respectfully yours,
Anton Wartmann

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