Woolston, Christchurch

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138 days ago

Poster - Badges of Aotearoa, produced by Te Papa

Bronwen from Waltham

A great little gift, these badges are a bit of our history and the 1981 tour is in there.

Price: $10

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138 days ago

Teapot & Cup

Bronwen from Waltham

Lovely Christmas gift for someone, usually $45 in store.

Price: $25

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138 days ago

In the swing of things

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ferrymead

Repurpose an old pallet and decorate in Resene paints to make a luxurious garden swing.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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138 days ago

Toi Toi Opera - A Christmas Carol - Free

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

SUNDAY 17 DECEMBER 2023 - 5.30-7.00pm
VENUE: North Quad, The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard

Just in time for Christmas, Toi Toi Opera brings you an abridged version of renowned Ōtautahi composer Philip Norman’s operatic telling of the Dickens classic A Christmas … View more
SUNDAY 17 DECEMBER 2023 - 5.30-7.00pm
VENUE: North Quad, The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard

Just in time for Christmas, Toi Toi Opera brings you an abridged version of renowned Ōtautahi composer Philip Norman’s operatic telling of the Dickens classic A Christmas Carol, with an all-local cast and creative team.

Follow Scrooge as he is visited by a series of ghosts on Christmas Eve, who show him the bitterness of his ways, and the fate that will befall him should he not find redemption…

See link in 'Read More' for full details.

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140 days ago

Tai Chi / Qigong Class for 2024

Lee from Woolston

Hi All,

First off thank you so much for the huge response and turnout for my Monday morning Tai Chi classes this year! Amazing.

So much so I have added two more classes starting February 2024:

In Heathcote: 105 Bridle Path Road:
(Scenic view and lots of parking)
Monday starts 12th Feb: 10am-11am… View more
Hi All,

First off thank you so much for the huge response and turnout for my Monday morning Tai Chi classes this year! Amazing.

So much so I have added two more classes starting February 2024:

In Heathcote: 105 Bridle Path Road:
(Scenic view and lots of parking)
Monday starts 12th Feb: 10am-11am Tai Chi Sun Style
Tuesday starts 13th Feb: 10am- 11am Qigong

Te Pou Toetoe Linwood Pool (Weka room):
Thursday starts 15th Feb: 7pm-8pm Qigong/Tai Chi Combo

Pricewise: All classes:
First class is free to try
$10 casual
$80 for 10 classes

A bit about my classes:
I'm all about Balance...

Mentally
This day and age we are overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated and tired and that's just on a good day.
My aim is to lessen all this and provide you a new easier way of dealing with the headstuff and finding a bit of inner calm.

Physically...
Along with all the work on the headspace, we are going to build your strength, soothe those niggling aches and pains plus get your balance back on track.

No high-intensity moves
No heavy focus on the martial arts aspect
No requirement to memorize complicated sequences
No spandex (unless that's what you're into)

Let me know if you're keen to book your spot. Or want to know more.
Thank you again for all your support from this year!

Cheers
Lee

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140 days ago

Poll: What's Your Gift Ideas?

The Team from NZ Compare

Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!

Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.

For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the … View more
Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!

Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.

For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the goodies from your favourite brands.

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What's Your Gift Ideas?
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  • 32.2% Gourmet Delights
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  • 9.8% Outdoor Adventure Gear
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255 votes
140 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

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 more
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. For December it will be Sunday 17th at 9.00am

ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.

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141 days ago

Severe Thunderstorm warning

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Metservice has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for people in the following local areas:
Marlborough, Christchurch and Canterbury Plains
Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri
Darfield, Glentunnel, Hororata, Oxford, Sheffield, Kirwee and Charing Cross.
Cust, Eyrewell Forest and West Eyreton
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Metservice has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for people in the following local areas:
Marlborough, Christchurch and Canterbury Plains
Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri
Darfield, Glentunnel, Hororata, Oxford, Sheffield, Kirwee and Charing Cross.
Cust, Eyrewell Forest and West Eyreton
Oxford, Rangiora, Ashley Forest, Lees Valley

These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain, large hail and damaging wind gusts.

What you need to know:
- Very heavy rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.
- Large hail can cause significant damage to crops, orchards, vines, glasshouses and vehicles, and make driving conditions hazardous.
- Very strong wind gusts can break branches from trees, damage roofing, and make driving hazardous especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.

The National Emergency Management Agency advises that as storms approach you should:
- Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows;
- Avoid sheltering under trees, if outside;
- Get back to land, if outdoors on the water;
- Move cars under cover or away from trees;
- Secure any loose objects around your property;
- Check that drains and gutters are clear;
- Be ready to slow down or stop, if driving.

During and after the storm, you should also:
- Beware of fallen trees and power lines;
- Avoid streams and drains as you may be swept away in flash flooding.

Keep up to date with active MetService warnings here.

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142 days ago

Found cat in Phillipstown.

Sarah from Waltham

This wee girl has been hanging around the Phillipstown area for a few days.
She has been to the vet and has no microchip and appears to be in good condition.
She has been a pet and is friendly, though quite skittish.
She is extremely hungry, maybe due to medial reasons, early pregnancy or due to… View more
This wee girl has been hanging around the Phillipstown area for a few days.
She has been to the vet and has no microchip and appears to be in good condition.
She has been a pet and is friendly, though quite skittish.
She is extremely hungry, maybe due to medial reasons, early pregnancy or due to being a stray.
She now has a paper collar, so if yours please make contact and we will try to ensure she returns home.

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142 days ago

Locking up and leaving for adventure

Essie Summers Retirement Village

If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.

Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A … View more
If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.

Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A highlight in her rowing career was in 2017 when Judy, along with her rowing partner Alison, competed in The World Masters Games, winning a silver medal in the 1000m Women’s Pairs.

She currently holds the title of top women's single sculler in the 70-75 year age group in New Zealand and is second in the North Island for the 65-75 year age group.

Adventure is in Judy’s DNA. She’s always up for hitting the open road and exploring the fantastic wilderness that Aotearoa has to offer. When she’s not rowing, Judy loves to hike. And she’s no stranger to several hard South Island trails.

Having a lifestyle this active and busy means that Judy doesn’t want to be worrying about her home while she is away. She chose Ryman’s Murray Halberg Village because it suits all her needs, right down to the location near the water as well as all the safety and security benefits.

“It’s a lock up and leave it situation,” she says.

Click to read the full story.

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143 days ago

Christ Cottage open home..

Alan from Beckenham

Back by popular demand!
100 year old Beckenham cottage fully decorated for Christmas!
Open today Sunday 10th Dec 12-3pm.
$5.00 Adults, children free.
All proceeds to Good night Sleep tight. Charitable Trust.
49 Malcolm Ave. Beckenham.

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144 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

I was never thin enough

Growing up in my family, we all fought over food, but when I think back now, I don’t remember any of them eating stale baking. I loved stale baking because I knew I’d get to eat it all – no one else wanted it. Back then quantity was everything, I wanted more, more, … View more
I was never thin enough

Growing up in my family, we all fought over food, but when I think back now, I don’t remember any of them eating stale baking. I loved stale baking because I knew I’d get to eat it all – no one else wanted it. Back then quantity was everything, I wanted more, more, more.

Alongside this preoccupation with food was a preoccupation with myself. I was a shy, scared, secretive child. I may not have been saying much, but I had a lot of thinking.

Coming into the teenage years I became very conscious of my body. I was fussy about my looks, the clothes I wore and what people thought of me. I had an insatiable need to be liked.

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145 days ago

Body found - Avon River

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Cordons are in place near the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Police are at the scene.

What you need to know:
- A body has been found in central Christchurch.
- The body was located next to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens in the Avon River on Friday morning.
- Cordons are being established.… View more
Cordons are in place near the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Police are at the scene.

What you need to know:
- A body has been found in central Christchurch.
- The body was located next to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens in the Avon River on Friday morning.
- Cordons are being established.

Follow updates on Stuff.

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155 days ago

Does Christchurch have enough public toilets, and is it easy enough to get around?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hi neighbours, despite billions of dollars being spent and years of rebuilding since the earthquakes, some experts say the structure of the city could still better serve people’s wellbeing.

Public health doctor Anna Stevenson believes one of the main problems is accessibility.

“If you … View more
Hi neighbours, despite billions of dollars being spent and years of rebuilding since the earthquakes, some experts say the structure of the city could still better serve people’s wellbeing.

Public health doctor Anna Stevenson believes one of the main problems is accessibility.

“If you want to get from one part of the city to the other part, if you’re a fully able-bodied person with courage and the wind behind you, you can usually manage," she says. "But if you have a pushchair and have small children or a wheelchair … you would actually find it very difficult to navigate the city safely.”

Public toilets and water fountains are scarce too, she claims.

Do you agree? Read the full story by reporter Maddy Croad here (subscription required) and share your thoughts in the comments below.

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