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I have a lounge suite to give away, was made by a Chch company to order so is top quality although is getting a bit tire now and is missing the middle cushion on the couch "was in my car when it got stolen' Idea for someone to recover or just need a free lounge suite, if not gone by … View moreI have a lounge suite to give away, was made by a Chch company to order so is top quality although is getting a bit tire now and is missing the middle cushion on the couch "was in my car when it got stolen' Idea for someone to recover or just need a free lounge suite, if not gone by Saturday morning it is off to the dump. Can drop of for a small fee
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They marched, sang, and stood in silence. Thousands of people gathered around the country to remember the fallen on Anzac Day. For all your Anzac coverage, click here.
Every year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?
For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was… View moreEvery year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?
For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was rather originally conceived for an American audience.
The symbol of the poppy itself comes from Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae's famous WW1 poem 'In Flanders fields', which begins with the opening lines: "In Flanders fields the poppies blow, between the crosses row on row".
It was these moving verses which inspired American war secretary Moina Michael to use red silk poppies as a symbol of remembrance.
After campaigning for two years to get the symbol recognised nationally, the poppy was adopted by the National American Legion as their official symbol at a conference in 1920.
Attending this conference was Frenchwoman Anna A Guérin, who saw the potential to sell poppies and put the proceeds towards caring for veterans, their families and poor children. She also had the foresight to take it beyond America to Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
After her representative Colonel Alfred Moffatt suggested the idea to the RSA in September 1921, a motion was passed and the RSA placed the first order for poppies.
Like the other countries, the RSA was planning to hold its first annual Poppy Appeal around Armistice Day (November 11): however, thanks to the French ship carrying the poppies arriving late, the decision was made to delay sales until Anzac Day, 1922.
The first Poppy Appeal was a huge success, birthing the tradition where poppies go on sale in the weeks before Anzac Day and thus tying them to the day forever.
While the poppies were originally sourced from France, the RSA began producing its own in 1931, which were made by former servicemen in Auckland and Christchurch. Production was to go offshore again in 2010: however, this proved controversial and the contract eventually returned to Christchurch for the period from 2014 to 2019.
As poppies reappear this year, take a moment to remember their long journey and how they help the very organisation caring for our soldiers.
Yet more importantly, like the generations before us moved by McCrae's poem, remember those Flanders fields and what the symbol truly stands for - to never forget.
Story by Jordan Gowan
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Happy Easter weekend!
Just wondering if anyone would know where to find Kawakawa leaves?
I've just moved here from Hamilton so have no idea where to look !
Thanks in advance!
On Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.
Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than … View moreOn Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.
Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than 300,000 New Zealanders who served their country and the 30,000 who have died in service, and had been a public holiday since 1921.
A list of the main services across the region is included in the link below. For local services contact your RSA.
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I have a friend with terminal cancer. Shes just been told she's got less than a year to live. I took her and her husband out for dinner last night. I asked if she had a bucket list. She named a few things. One was she wanted to do more things with her husband, like meals out, experiences etc. … View moreI have a friend with terminal cancer. Shes just been told she's got less than a year to live. I took her and her husband out for dinner last night. I asked if she had a bucket list. She named a few things. One was she wanted to do more things with her husband, like meals out, experiences etc. I want to try and organise something at least monthly for them. They have both been unwell and on benefits all their lives. They have no money to spare.
Has anyone got any ideas or any contacts. Business owners, restaurant managers etc whom I could approach to see if they are able to donate something for this couple.
It's coming into winter and it's time to put your garden to bed!
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Peavine hay is an excellent nutritional mulch for your garden to keep moister regulated and keep weeds down. Peavine hay is considered a more nutrient alternative to peastraw … View moreIt's coming into winter and it's time to put your garden to bed!
Delivering around Christchurch, free drop off
Peavine hay is an excellent nutritional mulch for your garden to keep moister regulated and keep weeds down. Peavine hay is considered a more nutrient alternative to peastraw as it's from the green material closer to the top of the pea plant.
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It’s time to take water quality into your own hands Restoring the fresh natural taste.
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These Gravity Purifiers are able to remove 99.99% of:
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Over the next few weeks, chlorine will be introduced to the water supply at each of Christchurch's 56 pump stations.
Treatment will be rolled out in stages across the city, starting in Brooklands, Kainga and Spencerville on Monday (March 26) and then Riccarton, Halswell, Parklands, … View moreOver the next few weeks, chlorine will be introduced to the water supply at each of Christchurch's 56 pump stations.
Treatment will be rolled out in stages across the city, starting in Brooklands, Kainga and Spencerville on Monday (March 26) and then Riccarton, Halswell, Parklands, Heathcote Valley and around Lyttelton harbour in the coming weeks.
Neville Wilkins and the Viscounts are at Hornby club Sunday 29th April, entrance only $7 .00 come and dance to songs from the 50’s 60’s & 70’s. This 6 piece band has been playing for 56 years and has an amazing sound.
Finders Keepers is open today. Our $1.00 racks have been filled up with fresh stock. Come down to New Brighton mall today for a huge selection of preloved clothing at the best prices in Christchurch.
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Anzac day is on Wednesday! Your wheelie bins will be emptied one day later than normal this ANZAC Day and the days following.
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