Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

1766 days ago

Prospa funding helped boost monthly turnover

Prospa

Sandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.

She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her … View more
Sandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.

She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her dreams.

A small business loan helped Sandy increase the variety and volume of stock available for customers – ultimately boosting monthly turnover.
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1767 days ago
1767 days ago
1767 days ago

Supported learning courses build independence

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you have a young person with an intellectual or learning disability, our Supported Learning courses can equip them with valuable skills and confidence for work and everyday life. They’ll become more independent, and if they've recently finished high school, it’ll help them transition … View moreIf you have a young person with an intellectual or learning disability, our Supported Learning courses can equip them with valuable skills and confidence for work and everyday life. They’ll become more independent, and if they've recently finished high school, it’ll help them transition smoothly into tertiary education.

At Ara, your young adult will be welcomed and encouraged by our dedicated Supported Learning tutors and staff who are committed to their wellbeing and success. They’ll also be part of the wider Ara student community and have the opportunity to participate in numerous on-campus events and activities.

To find out more, visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
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1769 days ago

Help build a stronger, safer Aotearoa

Fire & Emergency NZ

Do you have strong links into your community? Can you represent a wide range of people? We want to hear from you.

We’re looking for people for our new Local Advisory Committees, who can offer insight into what matters to your community.

Nominate yourself or someone you know today.
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1769 days ago

Beginners Tai Chi Class

Sandy from Aidanfield

Beginners Tai Chi Classes of Blue Sky Qigong Studio
Starting 29 Jan 2020, Wed, 7-8:45 pm ~ FREE 1st visit ~

Welcome to attend the class and try the gentle flowing movement next week.
Your first visit is free.
If you enjoy the class, then pay from the following week.

Please read the attached… View more
Beginners Tai Chi Classes of Blue Sky Qigong Studio
Starting 29 Jan 2020, Wed, 7-8:45 pm ~ FREE 1st visit ~

Welcome to attend the class and try the gentle flowing movement next week.
Your first visit is free.
If you enjoy the class, then pay from the following week.

Please read the attached healing stories from Sandy’s students.

Guided by experienced Chinese teacher, Sandy Jiang, an accredited provider of the Strength and Balance Programme

Venue: 19 Templetons Road, Aidanfield/Hillmorton

Tai Chi is an internal martial art, which means using internal Qi (energy) to perform the movement. Therefore Tai Chi is Qigong (exercise with energy), and also martial art.

Tai Chi promotes centering and harmony – a blending of the inner and outer, the mind and body, feminine and masculine.

Regular practice creates more strength, flexibility, balance, grace, will power, energy, serenity and well-being.

The class is broken up with Qigong theory and sort meditation.

When: school term
Wed. Class 7-8:45 pm
Class fee:$17 casual or $165 for term (11 weeks a term)
Tai Chi DVD: $35
Total: $200

Booking essential
Contact your Tai Chi teacher, Sandy (sandyjsky@gmail.com or 2601256) to secure a spot.

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1769 days ago

Two Beginners Qigong Classes

Sandy from Aidanfield

Two Qigong Beginners Classes of Blue Sky Qigong Studio
Starting Wed. 29 Jan and Thu. 30 Jan 2020 1-2:45 pm ~ FREE 1st visit ~

Welcome to attend the class and try gentle flowing movement next week. Your first visit is free.
If you enjoy the class, then pay from the following week.
Please read … View more
Two Qigong Beginners Classes of Blue Sky Qigong Studio
Starting Wed. 29 Jan and Thu. 30 Jan 2020 1-2:45 pm ~ FREE 1st visit ~

Welcome to attend the class and try gentle flowing movement next week. Your first visit is free.
If you enjoy the class, then pay from the following week.
Please read the attached healing stories from Sandy's students.

Venue: 19 Templetons Road, Aidanfield/Hillmorton

Qigong means exercise with energy (Qi). It is an ancient holistic Chinese therapy, great for healing and also an advanced preventative natural medicine.

It is the foundation to Tai Chi, but relatively simpler than Tai Chi.

We gather the universal energy (Qi) to nourish our body, mind and spirit and increase our energy.

The gentle flowing meditative movement and secret sounds improve our health, pelvic floor muscles, core, spine, flexibility, posture, immunity, organs, relaxation and inner joy.

Qigong can also release PMT, hay fever, stress and anxiety, heal back pain and lessen arthritis.

The class is broken up with Qigong theory and sort meditation.

When: school term

Wed. Class 1-2:45 pm: Flowing with Qigong Programme
Class fee: $17 casual or $165 for term (11 weeks a term)
Qigong book and CD: $60, $5 off, now only $55
Total: $220

Thu. Class 1-2:45 pm: Qi More Abundant Programme
Class fee: $17 casual or $150 for term (10 weeks a term)
Qigong book and CD $60, $5 off, now only $55
Total: $205

Booking essential
Contact your Qigong teacher, Sandy (sandyjsky@gmail.com or 2601256) to secure a spot.

Flowing with Qigong-pamphlet.pdf Download View

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1770 days ago

Make your own outdoor ottoman

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Need somewhere to put your feet up when relaxing outside out can’t find anything to suit your place?

Why not create your own ottoman like this one made out of an old car tyre and paint it in a Resene colour to match your colour scheme.

Make the most of this weekend with this … View more
Need somewhere to put your feet up when relaxing outside out can’t find anything to suit your place?

Why not create your own ottoman like this one made out of an old car tyre and paint it in a Resene colour to match your colour scheme.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Follow these easy step by step instructions to create your own.

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1771 days ago

Opportunities

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

What goals do you have for 2020?

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1771 days ago

Are you a fan of fast fashion?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Many of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great … View more
Many of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great for the environment.

While some of us are pledging to only buy second hand or to invest in statement pieces - more expensive items that will last a long time- not all of us have that luxury.

We're wanting to speak to someone who isn't giving up their fast fashion any time soon, whether it's for economic or style reasons, personal choice or indifference to the environment. Maybe you're a student who likes the choice chain store fashion brings, or perhaps you're a parent whose children are growing too fast to risk splashing out on expensive clothing.

If this sounds like you, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1771 days ago

Does this look familiar?

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you’d like to reclaim your sofa, Ara Institute of Canterbury could have the perfect solution.

With a foundation trades course, your sofa dweller can gain confidence, direction and valuable skills that could lead to a well-paid career.

Before long, they could be earning enough to buy … View more
If you’d like to reclaim your sofa, Ara Institute of Canterbury could have the perfect solution.

With a foundation trades course, your sofa dweller can gain confidence, direction and valuable skills that could lead to a well-paid career.

Before long, they could be earning enough to buy their own sofa - or even a better sofa than the one they’re glued to right now!

Courses are available in construction, painting and decorating, automotive engineering, electrical engineering and more, and most are FREE for 16 to 19 year olds.

For details visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
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1772 days ago

Original art

Marg from Hillmorton

I am having a garage sale of my original art. You might like my style. Check it out first at my web site..... Isaac Tait -Artist

Garage sale is the 25th Jan at 8 am at 1/394 Armagh Street

Negotiable

1772 days ago

Total fire ban coming as conditions in Canterbury pose extreme fire danger

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A total fire ban will hit Canterbury about a month earlier than last year, as tinder dry conditions leave firefighters on edge.

From 12am on Saturday, a prohibited fire season will be in place in the Christchurch, Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri districts.

All open air fires will be prohibited … View more
A total fire ban will hit Canterbury about a month earlier than last year, as tinder dry conditions leave firefighters on edge.

From 12am on Saturday, a prohibited fire season will be in place in the Christchurch, Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri districts.

All open air fires will be prohibited but gas-operated appliances, barbecues, wood-fire pizza ovens, hāngi and umu less than 2 metres in size would be allowed.

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1772 days ago

Free Kitchen - microwave cabinet, cupboard, drawer , 2 benches & sink

Penny from Avonhead

Must be able to remove on the 26th March as new kitchen going in the 27th March.  The oven bench is just the bench not the cabinets underneath. Our builder will remove this bench on the 27th as a bit tricky with the splash back. I can be contacted on 021622838 if you have any questions

Free

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1772 days ago

Mini New World set

Pat from Burnside

There are 73 out of the 94 from 2013 and 2014 + a toy till (not from New World) You can also take the till separately for $5, have the shopping cart for just $2 and just one of the mini objects for 20 cents.

Price: $20

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