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1143 days ago

80-year-old retail veteran yet to face a dull day after 64 years in the industry

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Tuesday neighbours,

When 80-year-old Barry Souter landed his first job in a clothing store 64 years ago, the retail industry looked a lot different.

Customers were not able to browse the shelves but had to ask for clothes to be brought out from behind the counter. When a sale was made, … View more
Happy Tuesday neighbours,

When 80-year-old Barry Souter landed his first job in a clothing store 64 years ago, the retail industry looked a lot different.

Customers were not able to browse the shelves but had to ask for clothes to be brought out from behind the counter. When a sale was made, Souter had to handwrite the sale docket. And stock-taking was very much a manual task.

But through all the changes, Souter has never stopped having fun. “It’s the people that make it. Human interaction is what keeps us all going.”

Souter’s first job was at Hallensteins in Dunedin when he was 16, and he worked for Munns in Christchurch for a long time before opening his own business in Bishopdale nearly a decade ago.

Click 'Read more' below for the full story.

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1144 days ago

Free recruitment service finds perfect match

Competenz

After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.

“We’d been … View more
After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.

“We’d been trying to recruit a young person for a couple of years, says Stainless Machinings owner Brian Lawry. “Competenz provided us with an excellent service and took all the hard work out of finding someone."

Read the full story here
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1146 days ago

Warm welcome to Climate Insights

Neighbourly

We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.

Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based… View more
We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.

Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based information to provide tools and guidance as we strive to become more sustainable and resilient. 

Please join us in welcoming Climate Insights and stay tuned for localised climate information, tools and much more!
Learn more

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1146 days ago

Respiratory Relief Society

Aynsley from Sydenham

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR
Phone 3324471

Support and Education by:
Group Exercises by professional trainers for people with
respiratory,cardiac and vascular problems
Increasing self knowledge … View more
A BREATH OF FRESH AIR
Phone 3324471

Support and Education by:
Group Exercises by professional trainers for people with
respiratory,cardiac and vascular problems
Increasing self knowledge and management of your condition
Speakers,socialising /organised outings
Free bi-monthly newsletters(articles,notices etc)
Sessions:
Pioneer Rec Centre,
75 Lyttelton St
Thursdays 1:00-2-15pm
St Albans Uniting Church
Nancy Ave (off Innes Rd)
Tuesdays 1:00-2-15pm
Contact:
David Chamberlain
3324471
Aynsley Ridder
0272320508
Helen Bush
0212306338

There is a small charge for these classes
All classes include a free tea/coffee

The Respiratory Relief Society was formed by a group of physiotherapists who saw a need for people with lung conditions to undertake gentle exercises and learn how to self-manage their breathing conditions. They are still running today, so if you are someone or you know someone who might benefit from their activities, give them a ring.

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1147 days ago

Free couch

Lisa from Somerfield

Free couch to give away - can be unfolded to a bed, a little bit faded
Text 0274325112

Free

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1147 days ago

Looking for some cooking inspiration?

Stuff

Look no further! Join Sam Mannering on Thursday the 23rd of September and cook your dinner along with him.

What’s on the menu? Sam is going to teach you how to make curry from scratch, and for dessert, a tarte tatin.

Get in quick because seats are limited!
Register now

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1148 days ago

Do you have questions about your spring garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, … View more
Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, you can submit it (now, or during the chat) at the link below. Then tune in today, Sept 17, at 3pm.

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1148 days ago

Snap crackle pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Give some plain store-bought pots a fresh new look using Resene FX Crackle effect. Use Resene FX Crackle effect to give a shabby chic look with on-trend paint colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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1148 days ago

Notice of AGM - 1ST OCTOBER 2021 - RSVP essential

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are holding our annual AGM , Friday 1st of October 10am at North Chapel Methodist Church on Harewood road . Due to Level 2 restrictions we are capping attendance at 50 . If you wish to attend pls RSVP to Secretary.cabchch@gmail.com by Friday 24th of September . Please note we may not be able to… View moreWe are holding our annual AGM , Friday 1st of October 10am at North Chapel Methodist Church on Harewood road . Due to Level 2 restrictions we are capping attendance at 50 . If you wish to attend pls RSVP to Secretary.cabchch@gmail.com by Friday 24th of September . Please note we may not be able to accommodate all requests.

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1150 days ago

Quake-born brewers enjoy another taste of global recognition

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Tuesday Cantabs,

The family behind a brewery born from the rubble of the Christchurch earthquakes are “in a state of disbelief” following their third win at the World Beer Awards.

Cassels & Sons has thrived in its Woolston site since the quakes struck a decade ago.

On Friday, the … View more
Happy Tuesday Cantabs,

The family behind a brewery born from the rubble of the Christchurch earthquakes are “in a state of disbelief” following their third win at the World Beer Awards.

Cassels & Sons has thrived in its Woolston site since the quakes struck a decade ago.

On Friday, the team woke to discover their American pale ale (APA) had been named the world’s best for 2021 at the World Beer Awards in the United Kingdom.

The small Garden City brewery pipped several well-known global brands with its third win in a row at the awards, leaving owner Alasdair Cassels​ in “a state of disbelief”.

Not bad from little old Woolston, eh?

Read the full story by clicking 'Read More' below.

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1150 days ago

Māori Language Week 💚

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

We hope everyone is enjoying Māori Language Week 💚

Today, we thought we'd share two common phrases which you can start to practice and use when talking to your friends, whānau or work colleagues.

Ngā mihi nui | Thanks so much
Kia pai te rā | Have a good day

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1157 days ago

Let's make Christchurch a National Park City

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Press is supporting a campaign for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become recognised as a National Park City. This requires a commitment to protect and enhance nature within our urban area.

Pledge your support for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become a National Park City by signing up to the Universal … View more
The Press is supporting a campaign for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become recognised as a National Park City. This requires a commitment to protect and enhance nature within our urban area.

Pledge your support for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become a National Park City by signing up to the Universal Charter here and share your thoughts on the campaign in the comments below.

The pledge states we will work together for better:

- Lives, health and wellbeing
- Wildlife, trees and flowers
- Places, habitats, air, water, sea and land
- Time outdoors, culture, art, playing, walking, cycling & eating
- Locally-grown food and responsible consumption
- Decisions, sharing, learning and working together
- Relationships with nature and with each other

Click here to read more about this campaign and some of the eco-conscious projects already under way in Christchurch.

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1150 days ago

upcoming CAB seminar via zoom on the topic of "Consumer rights

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are holding a zoom seminar seminar on the topic of "Consumer rights", which will cover issues such as buying a car or boat and online shopping during COVID-19.
The seminar will be from 7 - 8:30pm on Thursday 23 September
Registration is essential as attendance is restricted to 100 … View more
We are holding a zoom seminar seminar on the topic of "Consumer rights", which will cover issues such as buying a car or boat and online shopping during COVID-19.
The seminar will be from 7 - 8:30pm on Thursday 23 September
Registration is essential as attendance is restricted to 100 people, on a 'first come, first served' basis. Please reserve your place by emailing migrant.cabchch@gmail.com.

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1150 days ago

Secret to saving money on your power bill

Airify

Secret to saving money on your power bill ... having a healthy heat pump.

Airify Christchurch is committed to ensuring your home has a healthy and effective heat pump, and we’re proud to offer our PREMIUM service for just $75!

Our Premium Heat Pump Clean & Service includes the latest … View more
Secret to saving money on your power bill ... having a healthy heat pump.

Airify Christchurch is committed to ensuring your home has a healthy and effective heat pump, and we’re proud to offer our PREMIUM service for just $75!

Our Premium Heat Pump Clean & Service includes the latest injection system technique to ensure your heat pump is properly sanitised and maintained. Our unique system cleans your heat pump’s coils of blockages, dust, bacteria and mould with industry approved disinfectant and anti-bacterial solutions.

We offer a discount on additional units when you have them serviced during the same visit.

Book online at http://airifychristchurch.gettimely.com/#services or call our friendly team on 0800 24 74 39.
Find out more

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1150 days ago

Noticed anything different?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you … View more
It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you keen to dive straight into te wiki? Here's a video by our mates at Stuff showing five te reo words that every person from across the motu (country) needs to know.

For more coverage on Māori language week, click the 'Read more' button below.

Ngā manaakitanga!

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