New Brighton, Christchurch

2324 days ago

What are you doing next week ?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Are you looking for a new challenge then why not look at volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau? We are looking for people to join our Central City team based at the ARA campus. If you would like to know more about volunteering with us, we have a video of one of our fab volunteers talking about … View moreAre you looking for a new challenge then why not look at volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau? We are looking for people to join our Central City team based at the ARA campus. If you would like to know more about volunteering with us, we have a video of one of our fab volunteers talking about her experiences on the Volunteering Canterbury website - just use the link below or go to our facebook page to learn more .

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2325 days ago

Vote for Get Growing!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. … View moreNZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply click on the link, register your details once, then vote each day until voting closes on September 4

2325 days ago

Christchurch school shut due to suspected gastroenteritis outbreak

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Haeata Community Campus will be closed on Friday due to a suspected outbreak of acute viral gastroenteritis.

The decision not to open the Aranui school was made following consultation with the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB).

In a statement on the school's Facebook page, principal … View more
Haeata Community Campus will be closed on Friday due to a suspected outbreak of acute viral gastroenteritis.

The decision not to open the Aranui school was made following consultation with the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB).

In a statement on the school's Facebook page, principal Andy Kai Fong said the Breezes Rd site will now "undergo a deep clean".

"Given student and staff illness, the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) have advised us to close the entire school for [Friday]," he said.

"This means there can be no students or staff at school [on Friday]. We apologise for any inconvenience but minimising the chance of spread is the most important priority."

The social media post also included information about gastroenteritis, the "suspected cause" of the bug.

Advice from the CDHB says "gastroenteritis is an infection of the stomach and bowel".

"When people say they have a 'tummy bug' they usually mean gastroenteritis," the information said.

"Most of the time a virus causes it but bacteria can also cause it. The infection causes runny or watery bowel motions (diarrhoea) and sometimes vomiting. It is very easy to spread."

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2325 days ago

DON'T LOSE YOUR VALUABLE PHOTOS!!

Daniel from Burwood

Hi my name is Daniel and I am 13 years old and I am looking for people that want their photos/photo albums scanned and transferred to a USB drive. This is a safe way of keeping your valuable photos safe, especially the older ones that are starting to deteriorate.
I will do up to 50 photos for $20 … View more
Hi my name is Daniel and I am 13 years old and I am looking for people that want their photos/photo albums scanned and transferred to a USB drive. This is a safe way of keeping your valuable photos safe, especially the older ones that are starting to deteriorate.
I will do up to 50 photos for $20 and you will need to provide your own USB drive. I could supply a USB drive at an extra cost.
If you want to book a time or ask any questions please text or call
022 533 1215. Thank you

2325 days ago

Poll: Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Are we happier owning our own home or renting?

It turns out one answer does not fit all.

Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more

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Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?
  • 90.7% Prefer to own
    90.7% Complete
  • 9.3% Prefer to rent
    9.3% Complete
1953 votes
2326 days ago

Dallington Craft Shop

Wendy from Avonside - Dallington

We have been on the Cnr of Gayhurst & McBratneys Rd for nearly 20 years, run by volunteers & Craft people in the area , come in & see our lovely handcrafted goods & have a cuppa we are very friendly lot, we also have free books & swap jigsaws but we do need need more … View moreWe have been on the Cnr of Gayhurst & McBratneys Rd for nearly 20 years, run by volunteers & Craft people in the area , come in & see our lovely handcrafted goods & have a cuppa we are very friendly lot, we also have free books & swap jigsaws but we do need need more volunteers just a few hrs a week & maybe you make something yourself that you want to sell. shop 10.30--3.30 Mon- Fri 9809181
or Wendy 3858824 you are needed

2326 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
2327 days ago

CANADA ON SALE

SKI Travel

Hi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes … View more
Hi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes airfares on Air Canada, 7 nights accommodation, lift passes and transfers.

Special conditions apply.
Find out more

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2332 days ago

Cloud Ocean proposes mothballing Christchurch water bottling plant

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A controversial water bottling plant in Christchurch could be mothballed with the loss of 125 jobs.

Cloud Ocean Water, which operates a water bottling plant at Belfast, announced on Wednesday it proposed to mothball its two production lines "due to challenging market conditions and working … View more
A controversial water bottling plant in Christchurch could be mothballed with the loss of 125 jobs.

Cloud Ocean Water, which operates a water bottling plant at Belfast, announced on Wednesday it proposed to mothball its two production lines "due to challenging market conditions and working capital constraints".

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2328 days ago

Out of My Mind - our latest podcast is now live

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View more
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.

There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.

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2331 days ago

Missing MGP Pink/Teal Scooter

Nicola from Burwood

Hi Everyone, my daughters scooter went missing last weekend from waitakiri primary school, she forgot it after school on Friday... if anyone has seen it please let me know? Thanks :)

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2328 days ago

Notice of Citizens Advice Bureau - Christchurch Area AGM

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 27th August, 10 - 12 pm, at Papanui Methodist Church, 68 Harewood Road. All members of the public are welcome to attend.

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2328 days ago

Life According to Dad – Win $500*

The Team from

If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View more
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.

Share your dad’s life lessons and be in to win a $500* Prezzy card.

Click here to share your dad’s nuggets of wisdom – and be in to win $500*.

T's & C's apply*.
Share your lessons

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2328 days ago

Thanks Warehouse Stationery!

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

We want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and … View moreWe want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and achieve success!

More than 1,000 young people have completed the Aspire programme, and thanks to the generosity of Warehouse Stationery customers, many more will get the chance to take part in the course in the future.

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2333 days ago

Take the ultimate Kiwi pie roadie

Reporter Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Love a pie? Love a road trip? We've mapped the perfect pie roadie, so you can sample New Zealand's best award-winning pastry treats while making your way around our beautiful country (and there's even a pie or two in your neck of the woods).

Check them out here.

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