South New Brighton, Christchurch

2506 days ago

Emergency Mobile Alert nationwide test

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 26 November.

If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone. Check whether your phone is on the list and find out more at … View more
The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 26 November.

If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone. Check whether your phone is on the list and find out more at www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2506 days ago

White flowers of summer

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Summer is erratic in arriving in Canterbury, says our Christchurch columnist Mary Lovell-Smith. For her, no plant captures the promise of early summer like renga renga. What's your summer favourite?

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2506 days ago

White flowers of summer

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Summer is erratic in arriving in Canterbury, says our Christchurch columnist Mary Lovell-Smith. For her, no plant captures the promise of early summer like renga renga. What's your summer favourite?

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2506 days ago

EV charge stations at your local The Warehouse!

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Warehouse is excited to announce that they are rolling out electric vehicle charging stations across the nation! We already have our first one in Royal Oak, Auckland and 20 more to come over the next few months. Those 20 received have funding from the Government’s Electric Vehicle Contestable… View moreThe Warehouse is excited to announce that they are rolling out electric vehicle charging stations across the nation! We already have our first one in Royal Oak, Auckland and 20 more to come over the next few months. Those 20 received have funding from the Government’s Electric Vehicle Contestable Fund, meaning we have been able to roll these charging stations out to areas that haven’t seen them before.

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2507 days ago

Nga Puna Wai

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub is set to open March 2018. Read more at NEWSLINE: ccc.govt.nz...

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2507 days ago

We're Big Supporters of our Local Community

FreshChoice Parklands

We're proud to support our local community and are actively involved in helping the local New Zealand communities our store serves. As part of the FreshChoice Monthly Community Fund initiative, we have the opportunity to make monthly charitable grants of $500 towards local organisations of our… View moreWe're proud to support our local community and are actively involved in helping the local New Zealand communities our store serves. As part of the FreshChoice Monthly Community Fund initiative, we have the opportunity to make monthly charitable grants of $500 towards local organisations of our choosing.

Last month, we donated towards multiple community organisations to spread the love. These included the Parklands Bowling Club, North Beach Community Preschool, New Zealand Spinal Trust Burwood, Parkview School and the Breast Cancer PinkStar Walk.

2507 days ago

Become a Pharmacy Technician with Academy

Academy

The Pharmacy Technician course at Academy can get you into a dynamic and exciting industry. Courses start in 2018.

There are loads of jobs out there for qualified Pharmacy Technicians. Academy graduates are in high demand with 88% currently working in the industry.

With Academy you’ll … View more
The Pharmacy Technician course at Academy can get you into a dynamic and exciting industry. Courses start in 2018.

There are loads of jobs out there for qualified Pharmacy Technicians. Academy graduates are in high demand with 88% currently working in the industry.

With Academy you’ll study:
• Pharmacy law and dispensing processes
• Pharmacy Health
• Advance dispensing techniques
• Hospital pharmacy
• Anatomy and physiology
• Have lots of support and encouragement from your tutors
• Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification

We help you get a job when you finish through our own dedicated employment team. They have relationships with over 100 reputable businesses throughout New Zealand, which is a large advantage to our graduating students.

Keen? Want to know more? Come have a coffee and visit us. Meet our Tutors and have a Campus tour.

Enrol yourself or tell a friend about it. Courses start in 2018, so get in touch and enrol today.
Learn more

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2509 days ago

Commercial kitchen hire??

Mary from Linwood

Hi everyone, I was just wondering if anyone knows of any churches or clubs in Christchurch where you can hire their kitchen for a fee?

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2511 days ago

Massage table

Brenda from Linwood

Near new burgundy massage table for sale. Used a handful of times, no longer required.

Exceptional condition, folds up to a handy portable size and can easily fit it the back of a car.

Buy now $150 and pick up is Avondale.

Price: $150

2508 days ago

Space-saving bunk beds - enter to win $300 store credit!

Windmill Kids

Stylish space-saving kids bunk beds can be hard to find when thinking about safety, style, and the right configuration. That's why we prepared a short guide to help you find the best ways to arrange bunk beds in your children’s room and use the space wisely.

Kids love to have space to … View more
Stylish space-saving kids bunk beds can be hard to find when thinking about safety, style, and the right configuration. That's why we prepared a short guide to help you find the best ways to arrange bunk beds in your children’s room and use the space wisely.

Kids love to have space to play. It's possible to create space if you have the right bunk bed! Click here to get your FREE guide and be in to win $300 of shop credit in our prize draw for Neighbourly members.
Enter the draw

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2510 days ago

Christchurch Pacific Disability Day Celebration

Anele Bamber from Vaka Tautua

We're excited to celebrate with our Pacific community in Christchurch this month for our annual Christchurch Pacific Disability Day on Friday 24th November 11am-3pm!
We will have speakers Gafa Tuiloma - General Manager for Etu Pasifika as well as shared testimonies from service users, Mr … View more
We're excited to celebrate with our Pacific community in Christchurch this month for our annual Christchurch Pacific Disability Day on Friday 24th November 11am-3pm!
We will have speakers Gafa Tuiloma - General Manager for Etu Pasifika as well as shared testimonies from service users, Mr Tuvalu Fuimaono from Pharmac and Information Stalls with people from Arthritis New Zealand, Ministry of Health Needs Assessment Services, Older People Services, Pacific Health services, Blind Foundation, Social Housing, Diabetes NZ and FREE HEALTH CHECKS.

On the day, there will be some demonstrations of disability sports activities, as well as some mini Zumba and fun games. There will be finger food served during the event, and delicious Island food after.
Come along for fun day and bring your family. Same venue as last year at the Aranui Community Centre, 31 Hampshire Street, Aranui!

2511 days ago

We're back...

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Le Race is back in 2018! Christchurch’s most iconic cycling event will kick off Saturday 24 March. More on Le Race here: bit.ly.... #LeRace

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2511 days ago

New Brighton Summer Events Calendar

Soozie from South New Brighton

This years Events calendar is now available - there are hard copies soon to be made available at libraries, shops, schools and in letterboxes. In the meantime, here is the link to an online copy.
I would like to give a huge thanks and credit to D Mill from Pivnice for her outstanding design and to… View more
This years Events calendar is now available - there are hard copies soon to be made available at libraries, shops, schools and in letterboxes. In the meantime, here is the link to an online copy.
I would like to give a huge thanks and credit to D Mill from Pivnice for her outstanding design and to Brett King for his beautiful illustrations.

newbrightononline.nz...

2511 days ago

Poll: Do you have a problem pothole in your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had word that the folk of Taranaki have more than their fair share of potholes - and we're keen to know how widespread the issue is in other communities around New Zealand. Do you have potholes popping up around your 'hood that need attention? Vote below.

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Do you have a problem pothole in your community?
  • 56.5% Yes - I know of multiple problem potholes
    56.5% Complete
  • 23.8% Yes - I know of 1-2 potholes in my neighbourhood
    23.8% Complete
  • 19.6% No - not aware of any
    19.6% Complete
2275 votes
2513 days ago

Dedicated edition of the Christchurch Mail

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Hi neighbours,
next week's edition of the Christchurch Mail will be dedicated to New Brighton and the eastern suburbs. We're planning on getting updates on what's happening, what's still to come, and we'd love to talk to some locals about the great things about living in … View more
Hi neighbours,
next week's edition of the Christchurch Mail will be dedicated to New Brighton and the eastern suburbs. We're planning on getting updates on what's happening, what's still to come, and we'd love to talk to some locals about the great things about living in the eastern suburbs. If you'd be happy to have a quick chat and a photo, please get in touch. We're hoping to be around this weekend, so sing out if you're keen!
Either drop us a note here, or email shannon.beynon@fairfaxmedia.co.nz or give me a call on 027 497 3717.
Look forward to talking to you!
Shannon (Ed).

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