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2592 days ago

Menzshed

Jan Tedesco from NW WEA - a branch of CWEA

Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 30th November, to listen to Richard Rendle's talk on 'Menzshed'.
His talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone … View more
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 30th November, to listen to Richard Rendle's talk on 'Menzshed'.
His talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy. If you come at 10am you can have a tea or coffee and a biscuit first.

2599 days ago
2593 days ago

Vote now! Resene colour your community

Resene

Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View more
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
Vote now!

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2622 days ago

Learning to have fun on two wheels as middle age looms

Anna Williams Reporter from The Press

OPINION: Johnny Moore says if the smiles from ear to ear are anything to go by then the electric scooter trial is a success. The "grumpy old men" need to stop grizzling and remember what having fun is like.

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2594 days ago
2593 days ago

Dear neighbourly

Matthew from

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Weekend specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale AND a new competition with an amazing prize. Perfect timing for Christmas. Also the Bishopdale Community Day on Sunday. Read further down.

πŸ₯” New Season Jersey Benne potatoes: … View more
πŸ₯”πŸ“πŸŽπŸ₯”πŸ“πŸŽπŸ₯”πŸ“πŸŽπŸ₯”πŸ“πŸŽπŸ₯”πŸ“

Weekend specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale AND a new competition with an amazing prize. Perfect timing for Christmas. Also the Bishopdale Community Day on Sunday. Read further down.

πŸ₯” New Season Jersey Benne potatoes: $1.88kg
πŸ“ Delicious Strawberries: $1.99 punnet
🍎 Jazz and Envy Apples: 1.99kg
πŸ–οΈ Mango's: 99c each

Competition time:
We have been very lucky to give away an amazing prize to one lucky customer. Thanks to Attraction Beauty & Lashes in Bishopdale, we have a $65 gift voucher up for grabs. From Saturday 24th November - Saturday 1st December, for every $20 or more you spend in-store, just pop your name and phone number on the back of your receipt and pop it in the jar at the front counter. You can enter as many times as you like for every $20+ you spend over the next week. This would make a perfect Christmas present for someone special or even to just treat yourself.
Check them out on Facebook: m.facebook.com...

Don't forget, Sunday 25th November, its the Bishopdale Community Day down at the Elephant Park. Matthew will be there with free Jazz apples to give out. So make sure you pop over and see him.

Hope you all enjoy your last Spring weekend for 2018. 😊😊😊

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2593 days ago

Reminder - Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

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Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2594 days ago

Let your older neighbours know... πŸ’™πŸ’›

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View more
Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.

To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.

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2594 days ago

Poll: Should public vaping be banned?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Vaping and the use of smokeless tobacco products could be banned from bars, restaurants, schools and workplaces in New Zealand, thanks to a Government proposal. Click here to read more about it.

Got an opinion on vaping? Take part in our poll below!

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Should public vaping be banned?
  • 54.5% Yes
    54.5% Complete
  • 19.3% No
    19.3% Complete
  • 26.2% Not banned, but restrictions are needed
    26.2% Complete
3060 votes
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2619 days ago

Looking for tadpoles

Heidi from Bryndwr

Hi neighbors - I am after a few tadpoles:) any out there for a reasonable price?
Cheers
Heidi

2594 days ago

Sunday 25th November @ Activate Church

Activate Church Christchurch

Hi neighbours! At our Sunday morning gathering this week, John Pritchard will be continuing our series on 'Enemies of the Heart'. This series is about breaking free from the destructive power of guilt, anger, greed and jealousy. John will be looking at the power of Greed and how we can … View moreHi neighbours! At our Sunday morning gathering this week, John Pritchard will be continuing our series on 'Enemies of the Heart'. This series is about breaking free from the destructive power of guilt, anger, greed and jealousy. John will be looking at the power of Greed and how we can have victory over that. As always, the coffee will be hot at 10.15am! Hope you can join us!

2594 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Welcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out… View moreWelcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this handy project yourself

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2595 days ago

PB Employment Law

Paul from PB Employment Law Ltd

Honest, Employment Law Advice for Employees and Employers

Headed up by Paul Brown, PB Employment Law is a Christchurch based company, who specialise in giving good sensible employment law advice for both employers and employees.

We can help you with:

Unfair dismissals / Personal grievances / … View more
Honest, Employment Law Advice for Employees and Employers

Headed up by Paul Brown, PB Employment Law is a Christchurch based company, who specialise in giving good sensible employment law advice for both employers and employees.

We can help you with:

Unfair dismissals / Personal grievances / Disciplinary processes /
Dismissals under the 90 day trial period / The hiring and firing of staff / Advice on redundancy and restructuring processes / Drug use at work / Abuse of sick leave / Holiday pay issues / Termination on medical grounds / Poor work performance / Breach of health and safety legislation / MBIE investigations / Visits by labour inspectors / Migrant worker issues / Employment agreements customised to the needs of the employer

Free Initial chat to anyone facing employment law issues. Call Paul on 03 -222-2385 today.

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2595 days ago

Quick fix option for well heads approved

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Up to $2 million will be spent on carrying out interim remediation work on dozens of the city’s below ground well heads.

Christchurch City Council has today given the go ahead for interim remediation work to be done on up to 42 below ground well heads that tap into flowing artesian aquifers … View more
Up to $2 million will be spent on carrying out interim remediation work on dozens of the city’s below ground well heads.

Christchurch City Council has today given the go ahead for interim remediation work to be done on up to 42 below ground well heads that tap into flowing artesian aquifers where the risk of contamination is low.

β€œIf we want to meet our target of getting the chlorine out of our drinking water by May next year we need to do this interim remediation work,’’ says Cr Pauline Cotter, Chair of the Council’s Infrastructure, Transport and Environment Committee.

Find out more at the link below.

2595 days ago

INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY & CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY LUNCH

Office Manager from Bryndwr Baptist Church

This is what is happening on the first Sunday of December this year. Check out our first Bryndwr Baptist Church Sunday event.

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