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It's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.
Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes … View moreIt's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.
Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes from your wardrobe, the Neighbourly garage sale is the place to do it - it's free and it's local!
If this is your first Neighbourly garage sale, the way it works is that you list your items individually ahead of the event and members perusing the garage sale items online will contact you to buy it.
Make sure you check out the treasure trove of bargains on Saturday, February 22nd - it's well worth a look!
Neighbourly members LOVE their pets, whether it's a smoochy cat, a trusty pup or even a feathered friend.
We'd like to know how many of you who see this post actually have a pet at home. Let us know in the poll below!
We hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!
It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build
It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've … View moreWe hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!
It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build
It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've created in your backyard.
So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your creation or backyard set up a to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday ππͺ΄π
We have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.
1. Justice of the peace β Monday, 17th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic… View moreWe have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.
1. Justice of the peace β Monday, 17th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic β 03 349 5236
2. CAB Volunteers at the Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall Library) - Tuesday, 18th - 11-2pm β no appointment needed
3. Justice of the peace β Wednesday, 19th - 10.30-11.30. 133 Brighton Mall (entrance on Union Street, SBA office) β 03 366 6490
4. Immigration General Advice β Wednesday, 19th - 2:15pm-4:30pm. Fendalton Library β Appointment required - ring 03 351 7804
5. Justice of the peace β Thursday, 20th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic β 03 349 5236
6. Free legal clinics β Thursday, 20th β drop in clinic
- 1pm - 133 Brighton Mall (entrance on Union Street, SBA office) β 03 366 6490
- 6.15pm - 8 Goulding Ave (Hornby community centre) β 03 349 5236
7. Specialist clinics β held Fortnightly - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment if you need help with any of these issues.
β’ Employment - Wednesday Evening via Zoom
β’ Immigration Legal advice with Lawyer - Thursday Evening Hornby Community Centre
β’ ACC Advisor by Phone (as needed)
8. CV Clinic β held monthly at Hornby Community Centre - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book a place. Next clinic is Monday, 3rd March from 12.00-1.30pm
For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.
Monthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, … View moreMonthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, except in December where it falls on the 4th Sunday of the month.
ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.
Is Addictive Eaters Anonymous for you?
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Only you can decide whether or not Addictive Eaters Anonymous is for you. For many of us, accepting that we were addictive eaters is the best thing we have ever done; it was our first step on the road to recovery. Take a look at the following fifteen … View moreIs Addictive Eaters Anonymous for you?
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Only you can decide whether or not Addictive Eaters Anonymous is for you. For many of us, accepting that we were addictive eaters is the best thing we have ever done; it was our first step on the road to recovery. Take a look at the following fifteen questions below. Approach them honestly and with an open mind.
Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.
Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. Itβs waiting to be loved by its new … View moreDon't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in beautiful One Tree Point, Northland.
Valued at $845,000, this home features three bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. Itβs waiting to be loved by its new owner.
Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!
Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* β perfect… View moreFRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* β perfect for embracing new adventures.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
Click learn more for more information
New Zealand Police is urging parents to be alert to the potential risks facing children and young people online.
Today is Safer Internet Day β a global event to promote safe and positive online experiences.To ensure a collaborative approach to internet safety, Police works closely with our … View moreNew Zealand Police is urging parents to be alert to the potential risks facing children and young people online.
Today is Safer Internet Day β a global event to promote safe and positive online experiences.To ensure a collaborative approach to internet safety, Police works closely with our partner agencies, including the Department of Internal Affairs, Netsafe, and New Zealand Customs.
Detective Senior Sergeant Kepal Richards, officer in charge of New Zealand Police Online Child Exploitation Across New Zealand Team (OCEANZ), says supervising children and young people online is the best way to keep them safe.
βThe internet opens up a world of opportunity but there are offenders online looking to exploit people, and they target the most vulnerable.
βIn the worst-case scenario, we see online extortion groups trying to persuade children and young people to record self-harm and sexually explicit acts, alongside other violent crimes.
βThe footage is then circulated among members of the extortion group to gain notoriety and further extort victims.
βOffenders may also threaten to share these videos or images online or with the victimβs family and friends.
βWhile weβre not seeing a large number of this type of offending here in New Zealand at this time, we know this is having a significant impact overseas.
βWe want parents to be alert to the possible risks, but not alarmed.β
Police urge parents and caregivers to educate themselves on this topic and have conversations with their young people about the dangers of having an online presence.
βHaving open and regular conversations is the most important tip we can give any parent or caregiver,β Detective Senior Sergeant Richards says.
"This ensures their young children feel comfortable to come forward about any online issues that may arise.β
For parents and caregivers:
- Supervision is essential. This means knowing what your children are doing online, who they are interacting with, and what platforms, apps, or games they are using.
- Check privacy settings. We recommend parents and caregivers research and understand app settings, including privacy settings. This can include turning off location settings, setting profiles to private, or turning off chat functions.
- Long term impact. Offenders will often use tactics such as fear or shame to manipulate young people, and make them feel alienated or trapped, like they cannot escape the situation. These situations can be very distressing and can have long term impacts and need to be addressed appropriately.
- Report suspicious behaviour. Make a report and seek help and support.
For victims:
- Stop talking to the offender and avoid sending any more images or videos β even if they are threatening you.
- Once you have complied with their demands, there is nothing preventing them from targeting you again.
- Save all the online chat, immediately take screenshots. This is important for making a report to the Police, we need all the evidence that you can gather.
- Report the content and personβs profile to the platform and request the content is removed.
- Block the profile.
Where to report offending:
- To report any offending to Police, please call 111 in an emergency, and for non-emergencies, online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking βMake a Reportβ or by calling 105.
- If you have seen content online that you wish to report, make a report to the Department of Internal Affairs HERE.
- If you would like advice and support from Netsafe, text βNetsafeβ to 4282 or call for free on 0508 NETSAFE (0508 638 723).
- You can also report online at netsafe.org.nz/report or by email at help@netsafe.org.nz.
Join us for another thought-provoking "Hot Topic" discussion with Kim Hill!
This year's topic: "Powering Our Future - Our Social and Environmental Responsibility" Kim Hill will lead a panel of experts to delve into the issues. Once the panel has deliberated their views, … View moreJoin us for another thought-provoking "Hot Topic" discussion with Kim Hill!
This year's topic: "Powering Our Future - Our Social and Environmental Responsibility" Kim Hill will lead a panel of experts to delve into the issues. Once the panel has deliberated their views, the audience will be invited to question panel members.
The evening is always a well-attended stimulating and enjoyable occasion; all are welcome.
Panellists:
Wim de Koning | Co-Director of Lincoln Universityβs Centre of Excellence in Transformative Agribusiness
Claudia Schneider | Environmental Psychologist, University of Canterbury
Pip Newland | Sustainability and Risk, Orion Ltd.
Nathan Surendran | Energy Consultant, Schema Consulting Ltd.
Event Details:
Thursday 27th March
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the event starts at 7:30 p.m.
The discussion will be held in the Stewart Building at Lincoln University.
$5 koha on the door.
Refreshments and nibbles are provided with beverages available from a cash bar.
Booking is not required.
Lincoln Envirotown Sponsors:
NgΔ mihi maioha, a big thank you to our wonderful sponsors!
We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors Rata Foundation, Selwyn District Council, COGS, Lottery Community, Lincoln University, Orion, New Zealand Geothermal Association, Resycl Ltd., Meridian, University of Canterbury, Air New Zealand, Plant & Food Research, AgResearch, Schema and Without Waste.
Join us in the courtyard of The Laboratory, Lincoln, the lights will be turned off and we'll have earth-friendly activities on offer starting with a candle-making workshop.
Earth Hour Candle Creations
A hands-on candle-making workshop with Aroma Layne
π Unwind and Get Creative at The… View moreJoin us in the courtyard of The Laboratory, Lincoln, the lights will be turned off and we'll have earth-friendly activities on offer starting with a candle-making workshop.
Earth Hour Candle Creations
A hands-on candle-making workshop with Aroma Layne
π Unwind and Get Creative at The Laboratory, Lincoln.
Saturday, March 22nd | 3:30 PM β 5 PM | Only $20 per person
What you'll Create:
π―οΈ Craft your own unique 100ml travel candle β perfect for holidays!
π‘ Learn professional candle-making techniques
π₯ Enjoy drinks & nibbles available for purchase
This workshop is the perfect way to pause, create, and light up Earth Hour πΏ
Tickets Required - Limited spaces
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Please note: Candles will need time to set β collection will be arranged after the event. Suitable for ages 10 and above. A caregiver or parent must accompany children 15 or under.
FREE Events:
Samsara Documentary Screening
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Apollo Cinema @ The Laboratory
Experience breathtaking visuals of our planet captured over a year, showcasing humanity's relationship with Earthβgood and bad. With no plot, feel free to watch some or all of this documentary.
Earth Hour Lantern Walk
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM | Meeting Point: The Laboratory Lincoln
Bring your own eco-friendly lantern or torch and join us for a walk around Lincoln along the Liffey River tracks, sunset is at 7.29 pm. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
Earth Hour
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM | The Courtyard @ The Laboratory
As the lights go out, weβll have activities on offer like playing cards, old school letter writing, storytelling, board games or anything you would like to contribute, to remind people that the best kind of fun and connection can be had without electricity.
Attendees can purchase their own food and beverages from The Laboratory throughout the event. You can attend as many or as little of the above events as you want.
Book through Humanitix: events.humanitix.com...
Our Sponsors
A big thank you to our wonderful sponsors! We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors, Rata Foundation, Selwyn District Council, COGS, Lottery Community, Lincoln University, Creative Communities Scheme, Lincoln Community Trust, Lincoln Community Committee.
Bev and John are no strangers to adventure. Whether itβs overseas escapades to the Great Wall of China, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, or exploring New Zealandβs stunning landscapes, this intrepid couple has seen their fair share of the world. But these days, they prefer to keep their travel plans … View moreBev and John are no strangers to adventure. Whether itβs overseas escapades to the Great Wall of China, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, or exploring New Zealandβs stunning landscapes, this intrepid couple has seen their fair share of the world. But these days, they prefer to keep their travel plans closer to home - with their beloved Cavoodle, Skye, always in tow.
βWeβve done all the overseas trips we wanted to do,β says Bev. βNow, itβs all about enjoying whatβs on our doorstep.β
Click read more for the full story.
Help Kiwi families in need by swapping 2 cans of food for a FREE Resene testpot.
All cans will be donated to the local Salvation Army.
Got a business idea but not sure where to start?
Whether itβs a side hustle or your big leap, JumpStarter is here to help you turn your business dreams into reality! From step-by-step guides to practical tips, weβll walk you through launching your business and building your first website.
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Whether itβs a side hustle or your big leap, JumpStarter is here to help you turn your business dreams into reality! From step-by-step guides to practical tips, weβll walk you through launching your business and building your first website.
Ready to make it happen? Letβs go! π
Janet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!
Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and … View moreJanet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!
Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and have lived in the Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village for three and a half years. Our passion for gardening spans many years. We change our display every six months to cover Spring and Summer.
The residents in the village regularly bring their visitors to see our display and take plenty of photographs. When you hear comments such as βIt lifts my spirits when I get to this cornerβ you realise how much it means to everyone. We will continue to create a beautiful garden for as long as we are able."
Click on the photos below to have a good look! And give Janet's garden a Like below if you think they've done a great job.
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