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1593 days ago

Canterbury children record high levels of tooth decay

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Nearly 20 per cent of Canterbury’s 5-year-olds have tooth decay, prompting dental experts to call for a radical rethink of the way New Zealand provides oral health care.

The children with cavities had an average of six teeth that were either decayed, already pulled out or repaired with a filling… View more
Nearly 20 per cent of Canterbury’s 5-year-olds have tooth decay, prompting dental experts to call for a radical rethink of the way New Zealand provides oral health care.

The children with cavities had an average of six teeth that were either decayed, already pulled out or repaired with a filling – that’s 30 per cent of their 20 baby teeth.

The appalling figures have led to renewed pleas to fluoridate Christchurch’s water and for “grazing” eating habits to change.

Read more here.

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1590 days ago

New Painting Business

El Vida Limited

El Vida Limited is a Christchurch based painting company, specialising in all types of residential and commercial painting.

With over 23 years in the industry, Director Leo is highly skilled in producing fantastic results for his clients, something which he is extremely proud of.

Contact us today… View more
El Vida Limited is a Christchurch based painting company, specialising in all types of residential and commercial painting.

With over 23 years in the industry, Director Leo is highly skilled in producing fantastic results for his clients, something which he is extremely proud of.

Contact us today if you have any painting requirements for your properties. Phone Leo on 021 0732863.

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1590 days ago

One Kiwi's trash is another's free furniture

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours,
From turning the roof of an old church into a lush backyard gazebo to making 50-year-old furniture look brand new with some white paint to turning actual rubbish into a toddler’s toy set, lots of Kiwis are upcycling.

If you have an project that you'd like to show off – … View more
Hi neighbours,
From turning the roof of an old church into a lush backyard gazebo to making 50-year-old furniture look brand new with some white paint to turning actual rubbish into a toddler’s toy set, lots of Kiwis are upcycling.

If you have an project that you'd like to show off – whether you’ve given something a fresh coat of paint or entirely changed its use – enter it into Resene's Upcycling Awards on Neighbourly here. Entries close at midnight on August 2, 2020. Four great prizes worth $500 are up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy card.

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1596 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A view of Manchester Street, central Christchurch, on a Saturday morning in February 1977.

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1592 days ago

New Zealand's most magical flight is half price

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Our reporter Brook Sabin reckons this is one trip every Kiwi should try to do in their lifetime. Read more on the link below. Would you do it?

1592 days ago

A festival of aroha – Let's make Matariki a public holiday in 2021

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.

Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.

Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster,… View more
Hi neighbours,

Today, Stuff is launching a campaign to make Matariki a public holiday from 2021.

Plucked from obscurity and given the breath of life, since the turn of the century, Matariki has blossomed into an inclusive, popular event.

Tied to the rising of Matariki, the Pleiades star cluster, in the night sky, the festival marks the start of te Mātahi o te tau, the new year.

Once a casualty of colonisation, Matariki’s comeback has fostered greater use of te reo Māori, and recognition for Māori customary practices.

We believe it is past time to officially acknowledge all Matariki stands for in our national calendar. To learn more about Stuff's campaign, click here

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1591 days ago

Another success - kind words from a happy client

The Team from Zealand Immigration

It's always nice to receive such kind words from our clients - we are very happy to that we were able to get such a good outcome for you and your family and we wish you all the best!!

"Dear Gaurav,

I humbly express my earnest appreciation and gratitude for the professional assistance … View more
It's always nice to receive such kind words from our clients - we are very happy to that we were able to get such a good outcome for you and your family and we wish you all the best!!

"Dear Gaurav,

I humbly express my earnest appreciation and gratitude for the professional assistance and generous efforts that you have extended to me and to my family. The police and medical waiver which you have prepared have successfully led to the approval of our residency visa. This is tantamount to saying that what you did to us was noteworthy and commendable.

We are truly overjoyed for having granted our visa. Indeed our life will never be the same. From now on, our family could stay in this country and we will never be apart from our growing children.

My heartfelt thanks

Romulo & family"

1595 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough to stop recyclable materials going to landfill?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

The Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.

Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.

In … View more
The Government has thrown $124 million at reducing the country’s growing waste pile, but not everyone agrees that’s enough.

Local Government NZ says the funding should be matched with a “strategic waste plan”, with the goal for New Zealand to be able to process its own waste onshore.

In the last decade, the amount of waste at council landfills has increased by 48 per cent.

To read more, click here.

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Is the Government doing enough to stop recyclable materials going to landfill?
  • 13.4% Yes, more money and time is better spent elsewhere
    13.4% Complete
  • 86.6% No, NZ's waste and recycling system needs more focus
    86.6% Complete
2903 votes
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1593 days ago

Knitted gloves

Dot from Shirley

Hi is there anyone who can knit fingerless gloves for children I'm wanting a pair for a 1 year old and a 2 year old and the colour needs to be grey many thanks

1591 days ago

A festival of aroha – Let's make Matariki a public holiday in 2021

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Matariki has become a widely accepted festival across the country. Stuff says it's time for a Matariki statutory holiday to mark the occasion.

The law says public holidays exist to observe days of “national, religious, or cultural significance”, but most of our holidays aren’t expressly… View more
Matariki has become a widely accepted festival across the country. Stuff says it's time for a Matariki statutory holiday to mark the occasion.

The law says public holidays exist to observe days of “national, religious, or cultural significance”, but most of our holidays aren’t expressly Kiwi.

We’re overdue the creation of a unifying holiday that honours Aotearoa’s past and celebrates New Zealand’s future. Matariki is that holiday.

Read the full piece from Stuff's Carmen Parahi and Patrick Crewdson here and tell us what you think in the comments below.

1616 days ago

Climate change is not man made

Bryon from Bryndwr

If you wish to know the science that indicates that climate change is not man made, then I can supply you with booklets which present the details. My name is Bryon Mann BSc, BA, PhD and email address is bryonmnn@gmail.com.

1592 days ago

New Zealand International Film Festival

Resene

Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.

Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four … View more
Whānau Mārama: New Zealand International Film Festival will present the World Premiere screenings of five New Zealand films this winter for NZIFF At Home - Online available nationwide 24 July - 2 August.

Resene is proud to support this year’s homegrown selection which includes four documentaries and one episodic drama. Plus there are plenty of other films to keep you entertained. Visit online for more information.

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1592 days ago

Experience the Ryman Difference!

Our villages are vibrant communities that offer something for everyone. Be social or enjoy the quiet life, go travelling, join a book club or enjoy the camaraderie of a walking group.

Enjoy the peace of mind that Ryman guarantees with resident-friendly terms, leading innovation, a caring team … View more
Our villages are vibrant communities that offer something for everyone. Be social or enjoy the quiet life, go travelling, join a book club or enjoy the camaraderie of a walking group.

Enjoy the peace of mind that Ryman guarantees with resident-friendly terms, leading innovation, a caring team and care options to suit your needs.
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1592 days ago

OFFICE CHAIR

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

This office chair is surplus to requirements. There is a choice of 3 different ones (only one shown) Pick up is in Tamara Park from a smoke free home..

Price: $12

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1594 days ago

Infrastructure, jobs, and vacant land hot topics at Christchurch Central electoral debate

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

With two months until the general election, Christchurch Central candidates from the two leading parties have agreed on the problems facing the city, but disagreed on how to tackle them.

At a debate in the city on Thursday night, sitting Labour MP Duncan Webb and National party contender Dale … View more
With two months until the general election, Christchurch Central candidates from the two leading parties have agreed on the problems facing the city, but disagreed on how to tackle them.

At a debate in the city on Thursday night, sitting Labour MP Duncan Webb and National party contender Dale Stephens fronted questions from the audience and from debate moderator Amy Carter, chief executive of the Christchurch Foundation.

Surviving the Covid-19 crisis, jobs, infrastructure, and vacant central city land emerged as hot topics in the debate, organised by the Central City Business Association.

Read more on the debate here.

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