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I wasn’t an overweight child, but from as young as 5 years I can recall comparing myself unfavourably with two painfully thin twins in my dance class and thinking that was what I was supposed to look like. I’m not sure how I got the idea that I should be very thin.
Is Food a Problem for You?
Addictive Eaters Anonymous day of open meetings
Free to attend - all welcome
Saturday 5 April
Morning session 9am - 12pm and afternoon session 1.30pm - 4pm.
Aldersgate Centre, 309 Durham Street North, Christchurch
Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to … View moreHello, dearest riddle fiends 😈
You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...
We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to perplex your processor, and we wanted to know what you think 🤔
Are you a fan of the changes, or liked the way it was last time?
Is keeping the comments open longer so people can enjoy them more going well, or did you like it when we had a daily riddle?
Are you liking the new style of riddles? Would you like to keep them going, have more, or get rid of them?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below 👀
Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩
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Looking for the perfect way to treat yourself or a loved one this season? How about a year of expert home design ideas, styling inspiration, and seasonal décor tips PLUS a delightful Easter treat?
Right now, when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a … View moreLooking for the perfect way to treat yourself or a loved one this season? How about a year of expert home design ideas, styling inspiration, and seasonal décor tips PLUS a delightful Easter treat?
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"I went to Australia in 2010 with the intention of being there six months. I got offered a full time job as an assistant winemaker, so I decided to stay. Our winery wasn't set up for processing our whites, we did it at a contract facility which was Adam's work and I met Adam there.
… View more"I went to Australia in 2010 with the intention of being there six months. I got offered a full time job as an assistant winemaker, so I decided to stay. Our winery wasn't set up for processing our whites, we did it at a contract facility which was Adam's work and I met Adam there.
I always wanted to one day have my own brand. We came up with a concept while we were in Australia, it was a little side project. Each variety has its own native bird. That was one priority; to have a really distinctive label.
We moved back to New Zealand in 2020.
We were looking around Christchurch and I stumbled on Riverside Market. We approached them about putting in a cellar door. We did a pop up in September 2020 that did really well, so we decided to give it a shot. My dad is a retired builder, and all the bar tops came off an oak tree that got cut down on my neighbours property growing up.
I grew up between Christchurch and North Canterbury, I love the lifestyle here, I'm not a big city girl. I’ve always been a runner. I run because I love it and plan adventures around it for the challenge. We love hiking and take our dog Pippin as well.
Adam loves his golf…."
- Anna
"I do like playing golf. If I'm managing my time well, I’ll play a couple of times a week.
I went to Adelaide University, Anna went to Lincoln. Once I finally got into the industry and got a job with people that had some belief in me, I got more and more passionate about it.
Wine making is something we are very comfortable with. We are very much aligned with our wine making styles. The name comes from us having fun making the wines. With a lot of pretentiousness around wine, we wanted to steer away from that. so we came up with ‘Mischief’ over a few wines whilst holidaying in Arrowtown.
We're just coming up to vintage, So another year of making new wines. Between February and May, don't try and book us in for anything. It's just not gonna happen. At the end of that period, you wonder why you do it, but once you get into it, you look forward to it each year.
I've only ever seen Christchurch after the earthquakes. Being part of the community at Riverside we’ve watched the city rejuvenate. it's a really vibrant place to be, there's a strong heartbeat in the City.”
- Adam
It's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.
They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe… View moreIt's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.
They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe tax and need to pay immediately to avoid legal trouble.
How to stay safe:
✅ Don’t click on links in emails or texts - log in to your myIR account directly.
✅ Check the sender - official IRD emails always end in @ird.govt.nz.
✅ Be cautious with texts - IRD only sends messages from four-digit codes, not
regular phone numbers.
Learn more about protecting yourself from tax scams:
netsafe.org.nz...
Retirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.
With its … View moreRetirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.
With its beautiful landscapes, outdoor lifestyle, and relaxed culture, New Zealand is the perfect place to make the most of your retirement. And at Ryman Healthcare, you can enjoy top-quality independent living options and exceptional care within a vibrant, supportive community of like-minded people.
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The Representation Commission is adjusting the electorate boundaries for the next general election. These changes are all about balance, and make sure each electorate has about the same number of people. That way, all New Zealanders are equally represented in Parliament. If we move an electorate … View moreThe Representation Commission is adjusting the electorate boundaries for the next general election. These changes are all about balance, and make sure each electorate has about the same number of people. That way, all New Zealanders are equally represented in Parliament. If we move an electorate boundary, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now. So we show you what we’re proposing before any changes are made and give you the chance to share your thoughts. Have your say at vote.nz
Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).
Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing … View moreNicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).
Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing giants still dominate?
Retirees! Are you feeling lonely and isolated? Do you find that the phone doesn’t ring, there are no texts or emails? Or do you just feel like trying something new and meeting new people. How about joining your local Probus Club? The Centaurus Combined Probus Club offers the opportunity to do … View moreRetirees! Are you feeling lonely and isolated? Do you find that the phone doesn’t ring, there are no texts or emails? Or do you just feel like trying something new and meeting new people. How about joining your local Probus Club? The Centaurus Combined Probus Club offers the opportunity to do just that.
The group meets each month at the Cashmere Club, 50 Colombo Street, at 2:00pm on the first Tuesday each month. You do not need to be a Cashmere Club member to attend. The Centaurus group has members from Redcliffs to Halswell as well as from across town.
New members are very welcome. Please come early so that we can meet you and make you welcome! Our next meeting is next Tuesday, 1st of April. Your first three visits are free (including afternoon tea!). We would love to see you there!
Have a good think about it, and let us know...
If you could invent one piece of technology to make life easier, what would it be?
Comment below with what you think would be a handy new invention - it may even already exist!
Are you a fan of maps? Interested in our marine environments?
The Iongairo project has been diving deep to understand the seafloor and marine ecosystems around Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū/Banks Peninsula.
The Iongairo partners have now proudly launched their interactive maps that provide new … View moreAre you a fan of maps? Interested in our marine environments?
The Iongairo project has been diving deep to understand the seafloor and marine ecosystems around Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū/Banks Peninsula.
The Iongairo partners have now proudly launched their interactive maps that provide new insights into what lies beneath the waves. The maps will help rūnanga, communities and agencies make more informed decisions about ecosystem management.
A cordon is in place around a property in Sydenham as Police work to ensure a person’s safety.
Police were called to an address on Percival Street about 10:40am to reports a person was making threats.
As a precaution, Police have evacuated people from adjacent properties and a cordon of … View moreA cordon is in place around a property in Sydenham as Police work to ensure a person’s safety.
Police were called to an address on Percival Street about 10:40am to reports a person was making threats.
As a precaution, Police have evacuated people from adjacent properties and a cordon of approximately 100m is in place around the Percival Street address.
People are asked to stay clear until the situation can be safely resolved.
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Simply add a photo below 📷🌅 🌻
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