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Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

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71 days ago

Garage sale

Vicky from Belfast

Hi to everyone
Garage sale 850 main north road Belfast
Saturday 19th October
8am start
Trying to clear out everything… good prices if you are looking for a bargain 😊

Negotiable

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72 days ago

The Shift

Chantal from Kaiapoi

From the Creators and Cast of MOOD...

The Shift 2024 is an electrifying dance production that showcases the best talent from Summer Studios. This dynamic show is more than just a performance—it's an immersive experience that takes the audience on a journey through powerful storytelling, … View more
From the Creators and Cast of MOOD...

The Shift 2024 is an electrifying dance production that showcases the best talent from Summer Studios. This dynamic show is more than just a performance—it's an immersive experience that takes the audience on a journey through powerful storytelling, captivating choreography, and stunning visuals. The Shift is a celebration of movement, creativity, and the incredible artistry of our dancers and local talent.

Here’s what makes The Shift truly special:

Diverse Talent: The show features a diverse cast of dancers, each bringing their unique style and flair to the stage. From contemporary, cultural, to commercial dance, every performance is a testament to the versatility and passion of our dancers.

Engaging Storytelling: The Shift isn’t just about dance; it's about telling stories that resonate with the audience whilst representing ourselves. Each piece is carefully crafted to evoke emotion and create a connection with the viewers.

Visual Spectacle: The Shift is a visual feast, with stunning lighting, visuals and costumes that enhance the overall experience. Every detail is meticulously planned to create a truly unforgettable show.

Community and Connection: The Shift is not just a performance; it’s an opportunity to connect with the community. The show brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate the joy of dance and the power of artistic expression.

McCombs Performing Arts Centre, Cashmere High School, 61 Barrington Street, Christchurch
Saturday 16 November 2024 2:30pm and 7:30pm
Allocated Seating: $28.37 each ($25.00 + $3.37 fees)
www.eventfinda.co.nz...

Explicit language in music.

Accessibility: The venue is fully accessible, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the show.

Merchandise: Exclusive merchandise will be available for purchase at the event.

Enjoy beer, wine, and food on-site before our evening show! Please note: No food or drink is allowed inside the auditorium.

We believe The Shift 2024 will leave audiences inspired, entertained, and eager for more.

#TheShift2024

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72 days ago

Maintaining independence as we age

The Team from Ryman Northwood Retirement Village

As we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging … View moreAs we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging independence is key.

Chris Sinclair, Ryman's Community Liaison Leader, shares helpful tips for families and caregivers on how to promote independence and support overall wellbeing.

Click read more for the full article.

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73 days ago

FOUND PHOTO ALBUMS

Sarah from Parklands - Marshlands

Hi Parklands People
Driving down Beach Road I found an entire box of photo albums that apparently has fallen out of the boot of a car (lady at the bus stop witnessed it)
They were scattered for miles but a group of us managed to collect all the books and loose photos and I have them in my car. … View more
Hi Parklands People
Driving down Beach Road I found an entire box of photo albums that apparently has fallen out of the boot of a car (lady at the bus stop witnessed it)
They were scattered for miles but a group of us managed to collect all the books and loose photos and I have them in my car.
Please let me know if you hear anyone is missing their precious memories!

Cheers Sarah

77 days ago

World of Disney Wonder cards. FREE

Annie from Belfast

FREE to anyone who is trying to make up a set. Contact me and let me know what numbers you are after. Pick up in Belfast or I'm happy to post anywhere in New Zealand, but you will need to pay for the postage for that. text if you prefer 0220114987 Regards Annie

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73 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, … View more
Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, except in December where it falls on the 4th Sunday of the month.

ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.

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76 days ago

IHC Collector

Sharon from Woodend

Just checking it's legit. Had a young guy at the door collecting for IHC. I'm surprised in this day and age of scams, companies would send people out door to door.
I'm a bit wary at this time of year heading for Xmas.

75 days ago

Toadstool table

Resene

It’s a lot of fun (and easy) to turn a terracotta plant pot and saucer into your very own toadstool table with Resene Poppy and Resene Alabaster paint.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Find out more

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85 days ago

Vanessa

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

“Giggly girt! Giggly girt!”

“See I got my hair cut on Friday. I've got my hair band to keep it up. See? Like this I keep it up.

Biscuit Blair - she's my favourite woman. And you. And that cheeky lady over there.

My last name is Rule. I'll write it down for you, … View more
“Giggly girt! Giggly girt!”

“See I got my hair cut on Friday. I've got my hair band to keep it up. See? Like this I keep it up.

Biscuit Blair - she's my favourite woman. And you. And that cheeky lady over there.

My last name is Rule. I'll write it down for you, you silly old duff.
I was born on West Coast. I moved here when I was a little girl.

I like doing pictures here that’s why I like pictures. Doing art. I like going for a walk. I come here Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

My sister, I go see her on Saturday. Have a cup of coffee, at home. She's five, nine. 59. I'm five, seven, 57. This year I'll be 58. My birthday's on a Thursday. I'm having chocolate cake and pizza. And lolly ice cream.
Some people are noisy. Nicholas, and Peter and Chris, they are my friends and that giggly girt over there.

I get headache sometimes at other work, because noisy.

I'm happy here. I could go for a walk if I want to. I'm good.”

- Vanessa, White Room Creative Spaces

The White Room is a community creative space that removes barriers to
making art. Through this, artists build confidence and connections and
embrace new opportunities.

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78 days ago

wanted waterpump

Heather from Belfast

wanted waterpump to pump water from well to trough

78 days ago

Do you have any information about this homicide?

The Team from Canterbury Police

Police have charged a man with murder after a woman was found deceased at a Mt Pleasant address on Monday evening.
Emergency services were called to the address around 5pm on 7 October and following initial enquiries a homicide investigation was initiated. Police are now working to establish … View more
Police have charged a man with murder after a woman was found deceased at a Mt Pleasant address on Monday evening.
Emergency services were called to the address around 5pm on 7 October and following initial enquiries a homicide investigation was initiated. Police are now working to establish exactly what has occurred however we can confirm that we are not seeking anyone else in relation to this matter.
Yesterday evening Police located and arrested a Christchurch man aged in his 70s and he is expected to appear this morning in the Christchurch District Court charged with murder.
The investigation is in its early stages and Police are seeking to establish the movements of both the victim and the person charged in the lead up to her death. We are very keen to hear from anyone who heard or saw anything suspicious between 10am on Friday 4 October to 4pm on Sunday 6 October in the Mt Pleasant Road or Bellview Terrace area.
Police and ESR are carrying out a forensic examination of the woman’s address and this is expected to continue over the coming days.
A post mortem is still to be conducted however next-of-kin notifications are underway.
Our thoughts and sympathies are with the family at this extremely difficult time.
Police, along with Victim Support will be working with the family to ensure they are supported.
We would ask anyone who has information that may assist the investigation team to please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 241007/1228.

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79 days ago

5 Essential Tips for Parents as Kids Return to School and Travel Independently

Melissa from Emergency Cards Limited

As children return to school after the holidays, many will travel independently; walking, biking, scootering, or taking public transport.

Whilst this can be both an exciting and nerve-wracking time, encouraging independence helps children to build confidence and life skills.

‍Here are … View more
As children return to school after the holidays, many will travel independently; walking, biking, scootering, or taking public transport.

Whilst this can be both an exciting and nerve-wracking time, encouraging independence helps children to build confidence and life skills.

‍Here are five tips for parents to help ease the process and ensure peace of mind.

1) Establish a Safe Route
Before school starts, take some time to practice the route with your child. Take the safest roads and pathways and be sure to cross over roads by using pedestrian and courtesy crossings, or at controlled intersections with traffic lights. Make sure they know key landmarks so they can easily navigate their way to and from school, and where they can safely go to, to ask for help if needed.
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2) Teach Stranger Safety
Have regular conversations about the importance of staying aware of their surroundings (people and vehicles), and how to respond to strangers if approached. Teach them about 'safe strangers' like other families with children their age, shop assistants, and others in your neighbourhood who they can approach if they feel unsafe.

3) Equip Them with Emergency Contacts
Ensure your child knows important phone numbers, including yours and any other emergency contacts. An Emergency Card or Tag is a perfect solution for this. It's durable and easily attached to the inside or outside of a school bag, providing them with essential details like emergency contacts and medical information if they need to give it to someone. In a stressful situation, children may struggle to remember phone numbers, so having them written down can provide reassurance and peace of mind.

4) Create a Check-In Routine
If your child has access to a mobile phone, set up a simple routine where your child checks in with you at certain points of their journey - like when they leave school to come home, reach a specific landmark, or arrive at school, this way, you know they're safe.

5) Empower Their Confidence
Independence is about building confidence. Encourage your child by supporting them to develop their own problem-solving skills. Remind them that they can handle situations by asking for help or using their Emergency Card or Tag if they need it.

Over time with your guidance, children can embrace the independence of navigating their own way to and from school while you have peace of mind.

An Emergency Card or Tag acts as an extra layer of safety, ensuring that in case of any unforeseen situation, your child has vital information accessible at all times, and you can be reached when needed.

79 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

The Team from Ryman Northwood Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, … View more
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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92 days ago

Kalle

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

"Sports and travelling run in the family, and that's kind of what's led me to come to New Zealand."

"I grew up in a small town in Finland. My dad was involved with sports all his life, he was a shot putter, discus thrower, powerlifter, we traveled quite a bit when I was … View more
"Sports and travelling run in the family, and that's kind of what's led me to come to New Zealand."

"I grew up in a small town in Finland. My dad was involved with sports all his life, he was a shot putter, discus thrower, powerlifter, we traveled quite a bit when I was a kid. He never mentioned much of the rugby days. He just said he broke both of his shin bones playing rugby, so he said, ‘never play the sport, It's crazy.’

I started playing when I was 18. I played my first cap for the Finnish national team in 2014, we won the Finnish championship with my club. Rugby is not a big thing in Finland.

I moved here to play rugby in 2017. The club that wanted me to come over was Methven Rugby Club. They got me here and they were like, ‘what do you do for work? I’d just finished chef school in Finland. ‘We'll get you a job at Mount Hutt as a chef, you can do that while you play rugby with us.’ I said, ‘Perfect. Yeah, I'm in’.

I've always loved food. My mum was an amazing cook, and still is. When I was studying tourism I worked in some hotels in Finland, and I saw how the chef's worked. I just loved the kitchen vibe and I was like, Yeah, that’d be something I'd love to do.

I've had more of a culinary journey In New Zealand than in Finland. I started at Mount Hutt, after that I worked at The Dubliner in Methven. I worked as a senior pizza chef at Sal’s for maybe six months then worked as chef de partie at Cellar Door. At Eliza's Manor, I worked myself up to a junior sous chef. Then the opportunity came to work my first head chef job at Moon Under Water.

We're privileged to have a busy atmosphere, we can try new things and get a bit creative. There are no TV’s, just come here with your family or with your mates, play board games, to socialise.

I really want to drive the local food and ingredients through the menu. We don't mind spending more for quality ingredients as long as it's supporting New Zealand businesses. We just love to use local. And it's pub food, but I feel like it's elevated.

I play club rugby here for the Christchurch Football Club, the oldest club in New Zealand and I still play regularly for the Finnish national team, whenever they can fly me over to play."

- Kalle

View more stories, or nominate someone: @humansofchch
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80 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low?

Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress, or comfort eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated from family, friends … View more
Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low?

Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress, or comfort eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated from family, friends and loved ones?
Find out how AEA members have used the Twelve Step programme to overcome the low feelings associated with addictive eating and go on to live joyful, positive lives.

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