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2707 days ago

Poll: Should te reo Māori be compulsory in schools?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be … View moreThere has been an ongoing discussion amongst political leaders (and Neighbourly members) around whether te reo should be compulsory in schools across New Zealand. It comes after news that the number of people in New Zealand able to speak te reo Māori is declining. What do you think? Should it be made compulsory? Do you think this will help retain the language?

Neighbourly's own Sarah Moore has started studying te reo Māori follow her journey here.

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Should te reo Māori be compulsory in schools?
  • 34.3% Yes, I agree
    34.3% Complete
  • 56.5% No, I disagree
    56.5% Complete
  • 9.2% I don't mind either way
    9.2% Complete
8762 votes
2707 days ago

Public meeting over controversial Northern Corridor

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Cranford Street will soon become four lanes as part of the Northern Arterial upgrades, which has businesses worried about congestion. People with concerns about the downstream effects of the Christchurch Northern Corridor will have the chance to express their views in a public meeting next month.
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Cranford Street will soon become four lanes as part of the Northern Arterial upgrades, which has businesses worried about congestion. People with concerns about the downstream effects of the Christchurch Northern Corridor will have the chance to express their views in a public meeting next month.

Those who submitted through the consultation process have been invited to speak at the meeting on August 6, in front of the Papanui-Innes Community Board and a traffic expert at the city council chambers. Any potentially affected owners and occupiers of streets identified in the report will have the opportunity to engage with council.

A short feedback summary of the 408 submissions received was posted online last week which revealed several common themes from concerned residents.

These include safety of pedestrians, impact on businesses, loss of parking and environmental impacts, including air pollution, noise and vibration levels.

Overall, submitters expressed concern about a general sense of loss of community the increased traffic and road changes may bring.

Story credit: Star Kiwi
Image: Star Kiwi

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2707 days ago

Countdown to All Blacks' Christchurch kick-off

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The game will not be broadcast on TV so make sure you get yourself to AMI Stadium on August 10!
Read more about the Game of Three Halves event on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2708 days ago

Do you recycle your long-life milk cartons?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Did you know long-life milk cartons can't be recycled in New Zealand? There is no company which recycles them within the country, so the majority of them end up in the landfill. Although Auckland and Christchurch accept the cartons for recycling, they are sent offshore.

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Hi neighbours,

Did you know long-life milk cartons can't be recycled in New Zealand? There is no company which recycles them within the country, so the majority of them end up in the landfill. Although Auckland and Christchurch accept the cartons for recycling, they are sent offshore.

What do you think about this? Do you think it's time we get the right facilities to recycle our food waste in NZ? Let us know your thoughts in the replies! To read more about this, click here.

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2708 days ago

In remembrance: Positive force of nature

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Several thousand trees and shrubs were planted in Ouruhia Reserve on Wednesday, as part of the One Billion Trees programme, marking nationwide commemorations of the end of WWI 100 years ago.
Learn more on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2708 days ago

Minister's balancing act

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen … View more
ACC Minister Hon. Iain Lees-Galloway recently swapped his suit for shorts and a tee to join a ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ strength and balance class. These classes help us as we age to retain lower body and core strength, remaining active to avoid falls.

No-one is bullet proof, falls happen and some can result in broken bones, pain and long healing times and can also make us fearful of falling again. Losing confidence can really affect quality of life.

Live Stronger for Longer strength and balance classes are growing nationwide. Visit www.livestronger.org.nz and join a class near you, you’ll find lots of practical information, advice and resources on how to live an active, healthy and independent life.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, MoH, HQSC and your local community health providers.
Join a class near you

2709 days ago

Wabi-sabi: finding beauty in the imperfections of the natural world

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Christchurch columnist Mary Lovell-Smith finds kindred (spirit) gardeners in Japan.

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2709 days ago

The powerful health benefits of turmeric

Adrian from Herbal New Zealand

Turmeric has been used for thousands of years by various parts of Asia for its medicinal and flavorful properties. Such is the power of this perennial wild plant that in some cultures it has been included in important life events in the form of rituals involving cleansing, purifying and beautifying… View moreTurmeric has been used for thousands of years by various parts of Asia for its medicinal and flavorful properties. Such is the power of this perennial wild plant that in some cultures it has been included in important life events in the form of rituals involving cleansing, purifying and beautifying the body.

The healing benefits of turmeric are many and include:

Anti-inflammatory - Turmeric has long been known to reduce inflammation in our bodies. It is particularly useful in cases of arthritis.

Antioxidant - It's a great antioxidant and helps fight cellular oxidisation and the development of free radicals.

How does it work?
Turmeric contains the chemical called curcumin. Curcumin and other chemicals found in turmeric might help to decrease the swelling or inflammation. Because of this, turmeric might be beneficial for treating conditions that involve inflammation.

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2709 days ago

*WIN* Ditch the plastic bags and go natural!

Croco

It's Plastic Free July and we're helping kiwis go plastic-free! Our natural Croco organic produce bags are washable, reusable and foldable. We've got three 4-Piece Combo Sets to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Our combo set of organic reusable produce bags will… View more
It's Plastic Free July and we're helping kiwis go plastic-free! Our natural Croco organic produce bags are washable, reusable and foldable. We've got three 4-Piece Combo Sets to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Our combo set of organic reusable produce bags will help you ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some in your bag or in the back of your car.

Buy in July and you'll SAVE! For every 4-Piece Combo Set you buy, we will plant a tree in an area of need. You order one, we plant one! It's just one small way we're helping kiwis reduce their use of plastic.

LIKE or THANK this post by Tuesday 31st July 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
Order now and save!

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2709 days ago

Baby's High Chair - Free

Gareth from Burwood

Bought from Baby city...
Blue & white.
Double tray - removable
Storage basket underneath.
Height adjustable.
Foldable arms.
Well used, still in reasonable condition
FREE

Free

2709 days ago
2709 days ago

Baby change table with built in bath - Free

Gareth from Burwood

I have a baby change table with built in bath and shelving.
It has had 7 years use, and the covering on the top is cracked in the corners....but could be recovered or just put towel etc over it...
Other than that in good order.
FREE

Free

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2709 days ago

FREE Loose leaf tea

Katy from Linwood

Would anyone like this bag of Bell loose leaf tea, about 170g. I bought it to reduce our packaging waste but I'm not a fan of the flavour. Free to anyone that would use it, shame for it to go to waste.

Free

2710 days ago

Pumpkin Fundraiser!

Donna Lusby from Linwood Community Gardens

Kia ora! We have grown a prodigious number of pumpkins for our community.... we'd like to offer these to our wider community as a fundraiser for the Linwood Community Gardens.

So... we'd like to offer these to you for $3 for a medium sized pumpkin and $5 for a large. Medium weigh about… View more
Kia ora! We have grown a prodigious number of pumpkins for our community.... we'd like to offer these to our wider community as a fundraiser for the Linwood Community Gardens.

So... we'd like to offer these to you for $3 for a medium sized pumpkin and $5 for a large. Medium weigh about 2-3kg and large around 4-5kg. These are lovely Crown-type pumpkins, grown using organic methods - delicious roasted or in soup!

Email Donna at lrcgardens@gmail.com if you'd like a pumpkin or more!

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2710 days ago

Mesh manufacturer Steel and Tube pleads guilty to 24 criminal charges

Steel Class Action - Adina Thorn Lawyers

If your property was built between approx March 2012 and April 2016 with a concrete floor containing reinforcing steel mesh, you should register your interest for the proposed fully funded class action at www.steelclassaction.co.nz

The action will focus on claiming compensation, especially for … View more
If your property was built between approx March 2012 and April 2016 with a concrete floor containing reinforcing steel mesh, you should register your interest for the proposed fully funded class action at www.steelclassaction.co.nz

The action will focus on claiming compensation, especially for stress and uncertainty. Act now. Visit www.steelclassaction.co.nz to find out more and register.

There is no cost to register, or at any stage.

For further information relating to charges please click on news article:
"Steel company pleads guilty to 24 charges"

Feel free to call us on (09) 304 0662.
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