St Albans, Christchurch

1934 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
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1934 days ago

HOUSIE TONIGHT

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

Housie Tonight 7.15 start.

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1935 days ago

CANADA ON SALE

SKI Travel

Hi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes … View more
Hi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes airfares on Air Canada, 7 nights accommodation, lift passes and transfers.

Special conditions apply.
Find out more

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1935 days ago

A couple of photos of our lovely region...

Chris from Edgeware

A small but boisterously flowing (after all the rain) waterfall at Hinewai Reserve taken yesterday, and Broken river beneath the snowy Craigieburn Range from last Sunday...

1940 days ago

Cloud Ocean proposes mothballing Christchurch water bottling plant

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A controversial water bottling plant in Christchurch could be mothballed with the loss of 125 jobs.

Cloud Ocean Water, which operates a water bottling plant at Belfast, announced on Wednesday it proposed to mothball its two production lines "due to challenging market conditions and working … View more
A controversial water bottling plant in Christchurch could be mothballed with the loss of 125 jobs.

Cloud Ocean Water, which operates a water bottling plant at Belfast, announced on Wednesday it proposed to mothball its two production lines "due to challenging market conditions and working capital constraints".

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1936 days ago

Out of My Mind - our latest podcast is now live

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View more
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.

There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.

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1936 days ago

Elusions Electricals 4th team member

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

We forgot to mention on Friday as well as Otto our new addition, and of course Pip, the advertising dog and Patrick, the friendly Sparky (and business owner) we have got so busy we have now roped in Patricks wife Shan as a PA. She will be taking over some of the accounts and office … View moreWe forgot to mention on Friday as well as Otto our new addition, and of course Pip, the advertising dog and Patrick, the friendly Sparky (and business owner) we have got so busy we have now roped in Patricks wife Shan as a PA. She will be taking over some of the accounts and office responsibilities as well of course as puppy training. Shan is learning the ropes currently but her first love is Emergency Nursing and family. You may find occasionally Shan is the one to answer the phone , and take bookings when not working on shift but Patrick of course remains available to all our customers when needed. We remain committed to always having professional electrical advise and also a balance of family time. By having Shan help out through the day it saves evenings and weekends for more family time.

1936 days ago

Notice of Citizens Advice Bureau - Christchurch Area AGM

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 27th August, 10 - 12 pm, at Papanui Methodist Church, 68 Harewood Road. All members of the public are welcome to attend.

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1936 days ago

Life According to Dad – Win $500*

The Team from

If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View more
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.

Share your dad’s life lessons and be in to win a $500* Prezzy card.

Click here to share your dad’s nuggets of wisdom – and be in to win $500*.

T's & C's apply*.
Share your lessons

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1936 days ago

Thanks Warehouse Stationery!

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

We want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and … View moreWe want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and achieve success!

More than 1,000 young people have completed the Aspire programme, and thanks to the generosity of Warehouse Stationery customers, many more will get the chance to take part in the course in the future.

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1941 days ago

Take the ultimate Kiwi pie roadie

Reporter Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Love a pie? Love a road trip? We've mapped the perfect pie roadie, so you can sample New Zealand's best award-winning pastry treats while making your way around our beautiful country (and there's even a pie or two in your neck of the woods).

Check them out here.

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1938 days ago

Mechanics

Sue from Mairehau

Any mechanics on here know roughly how much a Camshaft sensor and a head gasket would be to fix on a VW Golf. Just a rough guess please.

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1937 days ago

Cash Paid for Old Sports Programmes

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Please message me or email hubby on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

1941 days ago

Have you suffered an injury at a car park?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

If you thought crossing the road was dangerous, be aware that crossing a car park has its perils too.

Almost 3000 new claims for injuries suffered in car parks were lodged with ACC in the year to June 30. Most injuries resulted from slipping, tripping, stumbling, and loss of balance.

Have you … View more
If you thought crossing the road was dangerous, be aware that crossing a car park has its perils too.

Almost 3000 new claims for injuries suffered in car parks were lodged with ACC in the year to June 30. Most injuries resulted from slipping, tripping, stumbling, and loss of balance.

Have you suffered an injury at a car park? Read the full story by clicking the link below and tell us about your experience in the comments below. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published in Stuff/The Press).

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1937 days ago

Could you be saving on power?

The Electricity Authority

With the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.

But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz

On average, New Zealand … View more
With the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.

But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz

On average, New Zealand households could save $207 a year by switching their power deal. Even if you’ve checked before visit WhatsMyNumber.org.nz to see what you could save.
Check now

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