South New Brighton, Christchurch

2688 days ago

NEW HARKER HERBALS FOR KIDS AVAILABLE IN STORE NOW!!

Julian Marshall from Marshall's Health and Natural Therapy

Meet the kids! Our Harker Herbals family has just grown...seven new syrups full of natural herbal goodness, especially for children (and babies too!)

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2688 days ago

ASB Christchurch Marathon

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

With the ASB Christchurch Marathon less than three weeks away, it might be time to start planning ahead. The CBD will still be open for business, however delays around the marathon route can be expected.
To avoid congestion and plan your trip visit www.tfc.govt.nz...

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2692 days ago

It's Coeliac Awareness Week!

FreshChoice New Zealand

We understand that coeliac disease affects many families, which is why we offer a range of gluten free products to allow those affected to still have a great a choice in food and diet. However, we'd still love to hear your thoughts on what your favourite gluten free product is, or what you … View moreWe understand that coeliac disease affects many families, which is why we offer a range of gluten free products to allow those affected to still have a great a choice in food and diet. However, we'd still love to hear your thoughts on what your favourite gluten free product is, or what you might like to see more of in-store? Comment below!

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2692 days ago

One Bdrm Flat to rent in New Brighton

Rob from New Brighton

Flat for rent, New Brighton central. I have a small one bedroom flat for rent in central New Brighton. This is a self contained flat behind the main house in Hood Street, and is suitable for one person to live there independent of others. It has its own small kitchen, bathroom, lounge and bedroom. … View moreFlat for rent, New Brighton central. I have a small one bedroom flat for rent in central New Brighton. This is a self contained flat behind the main house in Hood Street, and is suitable for one person to live there independent of others. It has its own small kitchen, bathroom, lounge and bedroom. Is close to the beach, shops, buses, pier etc. It has its own power meter. Asking $175 per week, plus power. If interested phone or text me on 0221915876.

2694 days ago

Picking up rubbish from The Summit Road

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We’d like to say a special thank you to the 120 volunteers who spent last weekend picking up rubbish from The Summit Road - what a difference it made! Piece by piece, bucket by bucket, these dedicated individuals worked long hours to retrieve bits of glass on hands and knees from among burnt … View moreWe’d like to say a special thank you to the 120 volunteers who spent last weekend picking up rubbish from The Summit Road - what a difference it made! Piece by piece, bucket by bucket, these dedicated individuals worked long hours to retrieve bits of glass on hands and knees from among burnt blackberry, gorse and broom bushes.

Thanks – to all our dedicated volunteers (you know who you are). A special shout out to Riccarton High School Eco-Group, the Air New Zealand Green Team, Summit Road Society members, Kathmandu, and the Student Volunteer Army.

2695 days ago

Correction

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Last week we published an article about a proposal for a mens homeless shelter that is seeking funding from the Christchurch City Council through the Linwood-Central-Heathcote community board.

In that article, reference was made to Street 10. There were some inaccuracies in that article about … View more
Last week we published an article about a proposal for a mens homeless shelter that is seeking funding from the Christchurch City Council through the Linwood-Central-Heathcote community board.

In that article, reference was made to Street 10. There were some inaccuracies in that article about Street 10 which we regret.

Street 10 was not merely an "inner city day pad ... [for] the men to clean up and relax over coffee," and we apologise for any inference that it was.

Street 10 was based in Liverpool Street, not Manchester St as stated. It did not close because of the 2011 earthquake, although the building was destroyed.

Street 10 closed because, despite running a mobile support service for a year following the February 2011 earthquake where the team went around public parks giving out drinks, food, blankets, reassurance and information about what services were still operating, the trust couldn't compete with all the businesses previously in the CBD for a new building and could not get the funding needed to pay a higher rent.

The day centre proposed by the Collective for the Homeless does not replicate what was provided by Street 10, which was overseen by the Inner City Interagency Trust. While that comparison was drawn by key backer, Brenda Lowe-Johnson, there are key differences, including the inclusion of women, the community development model of practice in which Street 10 was based, the representation of people at every level of the organisation including the Trust Board and the multiple services Street 10 provided based on the self identified needs of people without safe and secure accommodation.

The article in question also quoted Ms Mora, despite the fact that the reporter had not recently spoken to her. The comments were misquoted from a story written some years ago and for this we unreservedly apologise.

2696 days ago

Make a difference in your neighbourhood

Z

Good in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your … View moreGood in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your community a better place. Meet the groups

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2708 days ago

Secrets to surviving the cafe war

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch is in the midst of a cafe boom, with a glut of new coffee shops vying for the caffeine connoisseur's coin. Where's your favourite place to grab a cup of joe?

2696 days ago

Neighbourly team celebrating Sign Language Week

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Did you know sign language is New Zealand's third official language? The Neighbourly team is celebrating New Zealand Sign Language Week by introducing themselves through sign. You can learn how to finger-spell your own name by using the NZSL Online Dictionary. Watch the video now

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2697 days ago

How to cut down your power bill!

Electric Kiwi

As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking … View more
As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
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