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2624 days ago

Build a solid future – start a trades course in February

Ara Institute

If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.

Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a… View more
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.

Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Pathway foundation course in building and construction, and the Timaru campus has programmes in painting and decorating and engineering trades.

These programmes are enrolling now so see the website or call 0800 24 24 76 for more details and apply today to start in February

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2624 days ago

Street art masterclass.

Sarah from Phillipstown

Join us for the White Ribbon Day and help beautify our containers with Icarus!

Street Art Master Class with Ikarus
Nov 10th 11 ‘til 2 at Phillipstown Community Hub

Limited spaces on the day - first come first served!

info@phillipstown.org.nz or 020-40-69-1419

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2624 days ago

Grounded Yoga Workshop

Robyn from St Albans

Perfect time to come and feel grounded, to rejuvenate before the Christmas rush, to feel calm & connected. Limited numbers, bookings essential through www.facebook.com...

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2624 days ago

Where ever needed New Zealand Red Cross is there to help

Steve Davis from New Zealand Red Cross (Canterbury North Area)

Sending nurses to the hospital for the camps in Bangladesh, IT and Telecommunication support to the local and international Red Cross response to the Earthquake and Tsunami in Indonesia, around the country and around the world New Zealand Red Cross is Here for Good.

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2625 days ago

Poll: Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.
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Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.

(Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print)

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Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?
  • 28.5% 20 - 30 years old
    28.5% Complete
  • 24.3% 30 - 40 years old
    24.3% Complete
  • 23.5% 40 - 60 year old
    23.5% Complete
  • 12.5% 60+
    12.5% Complete
  • 11.2% 0 - 20 years old
    11.2% Complete
456 votes
2625 days ago

More bus lanes proposed for Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council is proposing creating bus lanes on Moorhouse Ave and Lincoln Rd, to cater for expected population growth in the southwest of the city.

Do you think they're a good idea, or will they slow down traffic too much? (Please write NFP if you don't want your comment… View more
The Christchurch City Council is proposing creating bus lanes on Moorhouse Ave and Lincoln Rd, to cater for expected population growth in the southwest of the city.

Do you think they're a good idea, or will they slow down traffic too much? (Please write NFP if you don't want your comment published on Stuff.co.nz or in print)

2625 days ago

Halloween face painting

Nataliia from St Albans

Dear neighbours, Halloween is coming soon, be ready for it! Terrific face painting for children and adults from 5 $. Complexed and unusual patterrns avaliable upon prior arragement. Papanui area. Can come to your place if a group of people will be doing face painting. Please inquire
Ph 021846444

2629 days ago

How do you feel about your city?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

What do you like about the Garden City? Christchurch's mood is changing as locals begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.

A quality of life survey has found Christchurch residents far more likely than those in other main centres to say their city … View more
Hi neighbours,

What do you like about the Garden City? Christchurch's mood is changing as locals begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.

A quality of life survey has found Christchurch residents far more likely than those in other main centres to say their city had become a better place to live in the past year. To read more, click here.

So, what do you think of these results? What do you love about your hometown? Are there things that bother you - if so, what improvements would you like to see? Let us know in the replies! (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2625 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with the Resene October Sale!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene… View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene cleaning range! Available at your local Resene ColorShop until 31 October 2018.

* Discount off the normal retail price. Excludes WallPrint, trade products and PaintWise levy. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Find out more

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2625 days ago

Free Confidence Ride for Adults TODAY 5pm, Riccarton House.

Connie Christensen from Go Cycle Christchurch

Ladies and Gentlemen!

Hop on your bike and join this leisurely free Spring confidence ride for adults Wednesday 24 October, 5pm start from Riccarton House.

All riders will receive free spoke reflectors or a bell!

Book your spot on 021 0277 9250 or GoCycleChristchurch@gmail.com

2625 days ago

Spotlight

Harcourts Grenadier

Absolute Waterfront "The Red Cottage" at 161 Main Road, Moncks Bay.

For more information visit: grenadier.harcourts.co.nz...

Negotiable

2625 days ago

Selwyn Street Party, 27 Oct 11am

claire.jackson@mrcpaint.co.nz from Mainland Chroma

Mark it in your calendar the Selwyn Street Party
Sat 27 Oct 11am to 3pm
351 Selwyn St
Sausage Sizzle, Gelato, Coffee, Vintage Caravan Display....
with tips and advice from the Mainland team for decorating your Bach or Caravan !

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2627 days ago

Our lovely scenic region

Chris from Christchurch Central

The plunge pool on Fuschia Falls, in Hinewai Reserve over the summit road from Akaroa. There are some stunning scenic locations nearby to Christchurch; the city has its problems, but at the same time it is located so close by to peaceful beautiful places like that...

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2626 days ago

Unfairly Treated at Work?

Paul from PB Employment Law Ltd

Should you speak to a legal professional about how you're being treated at work? We know that it is a scary step and you may be unsure if you have a case at all.

Here's a simple alternative that will cost you nothing but 5 minutes of time.

If you feel like you've been treated … View more
Should you speak to a legal professional about how you're being treated at work? We know that it is a scary step and you may be unsure if you have a case at all.

Here's a simple alternative that will cost you nothing but 5 minutes of time.

If you feel like you've been treated unfairly at work in any way, simply answer our on-line quick questions and see if you have case worth pursuing

www.pblaw.nz...

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2650 days ago

Internet connection dropping off n on.

Blair from Shirley

Hi,my internet provider is Spark,an since fibre has started our internet drops in an out a lot of times thru day n night.Spark say that it's fine on there end to the house,so I looked into the modem/router.
It's a linksy modem,they have changed channels on the system,an still doesn't… View more
Hi,my internet provider is Spark,an since fibre has started our internet drops in an out a lot of times thru day n night.Spark say that it's fine on there end to the house,so I looked into the modem/router.
It's a linksy modem,they have changed channels on the system,an still doesn't fix the problem.
Has anyone else experience this problem or have any ideas?

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