Doubtful Range, Hanmer Springs

2057 days ago

Free help with your decorating dilemmas

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Thanks to everyone who joined us or submitted questions for our live chat with Resene colour experts Christine Hawkings and Merenia Patira.

If you missed it, you can still check out their answers and get some fresh decorating ideas, here.

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2058 days ago

Discover your rights with the CAB!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Do you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!

Helping … View more
Do you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!

Helping people to know what their rights and responsibilities are and how they can act on these is core to what the Citizens Advice Bureau is about. We help people from all walks of life to access the information they need so they are empowered to take next steps and to resolve their problems.

A highlight of this year’s Awareness Week is the launch of the CAB’s new public website - www.cab.org.nz.... After a year of development and user testing, the resulting website provides an accessible, mobile-friendly, knowledgebase of 2,000 questions and answers about people’s rights that are based on real issues confronted by clients.

The information about rights is grounded in the law but is practical and is expressed in a way that’s easy to understand.

The website also provides a directory of more than 30,000 community organisations so that the CAB can help connect people with any additional services they need.

We’re keen to break down any barriers people face in finding out what their rights are. Our new website is a fantastic resource for the whole community, and complements the amazing face-to-face and phone service provided by our skilled and dedicated volunteers.

We invite you to Discover Your Rights with us this Awareness Week by checking out our new website www.cab.org.nz..., calling us 0800 367 222, or by visiting your local CAB. We’re here to help.

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2058 days ago

Flower wall marking Christchurch mosque shooting victims keeps growing

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Fresh flowers are still being laid in memory of the victims of the Christchurch mosques terror attacks, more than three weeks on from the atrocity.

The thousands of bouquets that garland trees and the pavement outside the Masjid Al Noor, adorn fences near the Linwood mosque and form a carpet of … View more
Fresh flowers are still being laid in memory of the victims of the Christchurch mosques terror attacks, more than three weeks on from the atrocity.

The thousands of bouquets that garland trees and the pavement outside the Masjid Al Noor, adorn fences near the Linwood mosque and form a carpet of sorrow next to the Botanic Gardens remain a symbol of the city's grief, unity and will to remain unbowed by the tragedy.

2058 days ago

Warning for Canterbury retailers about spate of fake banknotes

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Reserve Bank is warning Canterbury retailers to look out for fake banknotes after 50 counterfeits showed up in just two weeks.

Reserve Bank head of banking Steve Gordon said the 50 fake notes accepted by businesses in a fortnight was much higher than the usual two or three counterfeits a … View more
The Reserve Bank is warning Canterbury retailers to look out for fake banknotes after 50 counterfeits showed up in just two weeks.

Reserve Bank head of banking Steve Gordon said the 50 fake notes accepted by businesses in a fortnight was much higher than the usual two or three counterfeits a month.

"People need to check notes they receive over the counter using the look, feel, tilt technique," he said. Find out more here.

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2062 days ago

Poll: Should the Crusaders rebrand in the wake of Christchurch's deadly terror attack?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch-based Super Rugby franchise confirmed on Wednesday the name and imagery from next season was being reviewed, with New Zealand Rugby boss Steve Tew saying the link to knights on horseback was "no longer tenable".

Crusaders chief executive Colin Mansbridge said seeking the… View more
The Christchurch-based Super Rugby franchise confirmed on Wednesday the name and imagery from next season was being reviewed, with New Zealand Rugby boss Steve Tew saying the link to knights on horseback was "no longer tenable".

Crusaders chief executive Colin Mansbridge said seeking the views of those directly affected by the shootings at two mosques on March 15 was not fair while the tragedy was still raw. Fifty worshippers were killed and dozens more injured when a gunman opened fire during afternoon prayers.

Do you think the team's name should be changed? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts in the comments below (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should the Crusaders rebrand in the wake of Christchurch's deadly terror attack?
  • 13.3% Yes, it's not an appropriate name
    13.3% Complete
  • 83.1% No, it's not offensive
    83.1% Complete
  • 3.6% I'm not sure
    3.6% Complete
1237 votes
2061 days ago

Kia ora Aotearoa, today is Gumboot Friday! 👢

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

For many, having depression is like walking through mud every day.

Walk in their shoes for a day: put on your gumboots, and donate if you can to help us provide free counselling to any kid in need.

Two thumbs up to our awesome team over at Neighbourhood Support Waitakere for supporting this … View more
For many, having depression is like walking through mud every day.

Walk in their shoes for a day: put on your gumboots, and donate if you can to help us provide free counselling to any kid in need.

Two thumbs up to our awesome team over at Neighbourhood Support Waitakere for supporting this year's campaign. 👍👍

#GumbootUpNZ

2064 days ago

SuperSeniors newsletter April 2019

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The April edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we talk to Senior New Zealander of the Year, Dr Bill Glass

We also find out more about the annual adjustment to NZ Super and the payment … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The April edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers.

In this issue we talk to Senior New Zealander of the Year, Dr Bill Glass

We also find out more about the annual adjustment to NZ Super and the payment dates and rates for the Winter Energy Payment.

To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...

To view the current edition go to bit.ly...

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2064 days ago

Canterbury - Our youth need you!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Project K is a 14-month mentoring programme that arms young people with a belief in their own ability to complete tasks, achieve goals, and help them find purpose and direction transforming their lives.

An important stage of Project K is mentoring which provides a young person with a friendly … View more
Project K is a 14-month mentoring programme that arms young people with a belief in their own ability to complete tasks, achieve goals, and help them find purpose and direction transforming their lives.

An important stage of Project K is mentoring which provides a young person with a friendly shoulder to lean on during their journey. We're after mentors in the Christchurch areas to provide this for the amazing youth we work with.

It's a great chance to do good and impact a young persons life. If this sounds like something you'd be interested in please get in touch with Deb Brown: 09 477 6237 or deb.brown@dinglefoundation.org.nz

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2065 days ago

Wholesale clearance at Bath Co

Bath Co

Hi neighbours were having a huge wholesale clearance with up to 70% off * Bath Co - two days only, Friday and Saturday.

BathCo Sale Store
92 Wigram Road, Christchurch
Ph 03 343 0969
Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 4pm

*Below RRP prices. While stocks last. Conditions apply. No returns or… View more
Hi neighbours were having a huge wholesale clearance with up to 70% off * Bath Co - two days only, Friday and Saturday.

BathCo Sale Store
92 Wigram Road, Christchurch
Ph 03 343 0969
Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 4pm

*Below RRP prices. While stocks last. Conditions apply. No returns or refunds. All products are samples, seconds or end of lines and may have minor imperfections. Products shown are indicative only
Find out more

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2066 days ago

The Resene Upcycling Awards are back!

Resene

Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your creations!… View moreCalling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your creations!

Submit your entry in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Of course, there are goodies to be won including four prizes up for grabs worth $500 (plus spot prizes). Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Enter now

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2068 days ago

Today we remember. 💙🙏

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Through these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.

Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist… View more
Through these tough times we have learned the true strength and resilience of our communities and have witnessed first hand the abundance of aroha in Aotearoa.

Now more than ever, the fern seems to best capture the spirit of our country. If we look to our Māori roots, we are reminded of the twist or pikorua which resembles two intertwined pikopiko ferns - a fern known for thriving in dark, damp areas of our woods. A reminder that difficult conditions can actually be an opportunity for tremendous growth.

The entanglement of the pikorua also has no beginning or end which is often used to represent an everlasting bond. Although we are all on our own path in life, in the end we always come back together - we are all connected through our interwoven lives.

#KiaKaha #ChristchurchStrong #NSNZcelebratecommunity

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2068 days ago

Christchurch memorial: All eyes on NZ for as victims of terror attack remembered

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A man who survived the Christchurch terror attack but lost his wife has told tens of thousands gathered for the national memorial service that he has "chosen love" and has forgiven.

For the first time in our history, Kiwis and people around the globe tuned in to a live broadcast of the … View more
A man who survived the Christchurch terror attack but lost his wife has told tens of thousands gathered for the national memorial service that he has "chosen love" and has forgiven.

For the first time in our history, Kiwis and people around the globe tuned in to a live broadcast of the commemorations for the 50 victims of the March 15 mosque shootings.

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