New Brighton, Christchurch

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Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

2765 days ago

Queen's Birthday Honours

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Congratulations to all of the New Zealanders recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.

Former Prime Minister Bill English, entertainers Jools and Lynda Topp (the Topp Twins), and legendary singer John Rowles are among those who've received top honours.

Click the link… View more
Congratulations to all of the New Zealanders recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.

Former Prime Minister Bill English, entertainers Jools and Lynda Topp (the Topp Twins), and legendary singer John Rowles are among those who've received top honours.

Click the link below to see the full list of recipients.

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2765 days ago

Improve your computer skills for free

Ara Institute

Did you know, at your local Ara community computing hub you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life and it won’t cost you a cent!

It’s easy too. You can learn at your own pace and at times that fit around work, family and other commitments. If you’re working, you could … View more
Did you know, at your local Ara community computing hub you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life and it won’t cost you a cent!

It’s easy too. You can learn at your own pace and at times that fit around work, family and other commitments. If you’re working, you could even arrange with your employer to study during work time, as part of your professional development.

Courses include beginner, intermediate and advanced-level study in Word, Excel and Powerpoint. You can also learn how to touch-type, use the internet or make a website.
Ara’s friendly tutors will help you gain the skills you need to improve your job opportunities, become more productive at work or just get the most out of all the digital tools available to us these days.

There are five Computing For Free hubs in Christchurch and one each in Timaru and Oamaru. To get started, simply drop into your nearest hub (for locations see
ara.ac.nz/computing) or call 0800 24 24 76.
Find out more

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2765 days ago

Does anyone have any Capsela they no longer want?

Gareth from Burwood

Hi,
I am looking for anyone wanting to give away or sell cheap any capsela.
I had it as a kid, but don't have much of it left.... wanting to share this with my kids...
Hoping someone out there has some stashed in the back cupboard..
Cheers

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2770 days ago

40 Hour Famine Fair 9 June at Cashmere High

Vanessa from Avonside - Dallington

www.eventfinda.co.nz...

Help us raise $$ for South Sudanese refugees

2766 days ago

Christchurch's top playgrounds

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch has heaps of fantastic playgrounds! See if you can find one in your neighbourhood that you didn’t know about by using the interactive map at: bit.ly...

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2767 days ago

Piano stool wanted. double with music storage compartment preferred. No objection to recovering or renovating, but no woodworm please.

Colin & Alison from Burwood

Double with music storage compartment preferred. No objection to recovering or renovating, but no woodworm please.
Thanks, Colin.

2767 days ago

Bamboo's a sustainable beauty

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

When it comes to an Earth-friendly wood, bamboo's hard to beat. And in the hands of local designers Bevan Whiting and Andrew Veitch, it's being turned into beautiful and innovative home products.

See how they find creative ways to showcase bamboo's sustainable wow factor, here.

2767 days ago

Our top ten playgrounds

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Make the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
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Check out our top ten playgrounds here: … View more
Make the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
.
Check out our top ten playgrounds here: bit.ly...

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2767 days ago

Last chance to nominate for the 2018 Women of Influence Awards!

Women of Influence

We’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. … View moreWe’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. Help us celebrate those influential women in your life who are championing real change, every day.

Visit womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
Find out more

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2767 days ago

Planting day to celebrate World Environment Day

The Team from Christchurch City Council

To celebrate Conservation Volunteer NZ’s World Environment Day, Lion and Switched On planted reeds, sedges, flaxes and ferns beside Kaputahi Creek, a tributary of the Styx River today.
The project was part of the wider Styx River Vision to restore a native forest network across the catchment and… View more
To celebrate Conservation Volunteer NZ’s World Environment Day, Lion and Switched On planted reeds, sedges, flaxes and ferns beside Kaputahi Creek, a tributary of the Styx River today.
The project was part of the wider Styx River Vision to restore a native forest network across the catchment and create a source to sea walkway.

2767 days ago

Dog Kennel with Run

Roy from Parklands - Marshlands

Dog Kennel has handles and wheels to move to where is best for you.
The Kennel can be separated from the run as has hinges.

This Kennel was built awhile ago but never used so time to sell.
Will be happy to accept any reasonable offers

Price: $200

2767 days ago

Guardian Garage door opener : 21230L

Colin & Alison from Burwood

Guardian 21230L Garage door opener wanted for parts. ( I need a good logic board for it as my light will not work, but the door still opens and closes without problems, (There is no power to the socket! ) )

2769 days ago

Are you excited to visit New Brighton Pier?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Christchurch,

Are you hoping to head to New Brighton beach this Queen's Birthday weekend? If so, you're in luck because it's pier is set to reopen on Saturday following a 16-month earthquake repair job. Are you happy to see the pier open once again? To read more, click here.

2768 days ago

Queen’s Birthday advice for South Island drivers

Elesha Gordon from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as … View more
The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as well as predicted peak times.

Important tips from NZTA:
- Bear in mind localised events and winter conditions
- Allow extra time as weather and road conditions can change in a relatively short period of time at this time of year
- Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter driving and stocked with food, water and blankets in case of any delays.
- Central Otago drivers: The Brass Monkey Rally, Idaburn Dam, Oturehua: Please take care whether you are in a car or on a motorbike with many more motorcyclists using the highways leading to and from Idaburn Dam this long weekend.

Check the latest weather conditions and warnings here:
- Keep updated with - Metservice's weather updates.
- Motorists can get real-time information from 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49)
- Follow traffic updates at the NZTA website.

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2768 days ago

Biking Activities around Chch for June 2018

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

It might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see … View moreIt might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

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