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Christchurch's long-awaited metro sports facility is starting to take shape.
Due to open in late 2021, it'll have a 10-lane pool with 1000 seats for spectators, a diving pool, five hydroslides, indoor courts for various sports, and several other training facilities.
What do you think … View moreChristchurch's long-awaited metro sports facility is starting to take shape.
Due to open in late 2021, it'll have a 10-lane pool with 1000 seats for spectators, a diving pool, five hydroslides, indoor courts for various sports, and several other training facilities.
What do you think about this huge investment for Christchurch? Will you use the facility?
It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin
Hi neighbours, how do you rate your your driving? And what do you think are the biggest risks on our region's roads?
Canterbury drivers overestimate their ability and think other road users are the problem, new research shows.
A total of 1460 people from Kaikōura to Waitaki, including 497 … View moreHi neighbours, how do you rate your your driving? And what do you think are the biggest risks on our region's roads?
Canterbury drivers overestimate their ability and think other road users are the problem, new research shows.
A total of 1460 people from Kaikōura to Waitaki, including 497 from Christchurch, completed an online survey about their driving habits.
Findings showed 42 per cent rated their own driving ability as above average. The same group considered 73 per cent of other drivers to be only average drivers.
Read the full story by clicking the link below and tell us your thoughts in the comments.
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.
Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.
RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View moreSpring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.
Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.
RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.
Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.
Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View moreNZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.
For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
The new Riverside Market will be opening its doors next week, with 30 food outlets and 40 market stalls.
A few vendors will include a french bakery 'Le Panier', burger stall 'Bacon Bros', souvlaki joint 'Dimitri's Greek Food', and cheese shop 'Charing Cross … View moreThe new Riverside Market will be opening its doors next week, with 30 food outlets and 40 market stalls.
A few vendors will include a french bakery 'Le Panier', burger stall 'Bacon Bros', souvlaki joint 'Dimitri's Greek Food', and cheese shop 'Charing Cross Cheesery'.
Will you be going? What food are you most excited to try?
We're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your … View moreWe're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your nomination is chosen and features in the community newspapers then you'll both receive a $50 Prezzy® card from us!
Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.
We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to … View moreJoin us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.
We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to take in the best scenery the region has to offer, try some quirky cafes or eateries along the way, and also visit our Hub; a one stop shop for all your house tour information and where they can meet the editorial team behind their much-loved magazine.
Hi neighbours - what'd you think of the All Blacks vs. South Africa game on Saturday night?
Some All Blacks supporters have expressed disgust that Springboks fans sang loudly during the All Blacks' first haka at the World Cup, even though this isn't uncommon. What are your thoughts?
Together let's explore our way to well-being because when it's strong, our whānau, communities and Aotearoa can flourish too.
#NSNZmentalhealth #MHAWNZ
Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?
The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.
To … View moreHi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?
The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.
To read more, click here.
Young people are leading the charge for this Friday's climate strike.
The idea is for as many people as possible to take the day off work to protest for climate action in solidarity with the school strikers. Are you in support of this?
The People's Choice group thinks ratepayers across the whole of Canterbury should pay for Christchurch's new stadium to relieve financial burden on the city's residents.
They say "It seems a basic matter of fairness that it should be spread a bit more widely than just the … View moreThe People's Choice group thinks ratepayers across the whole of Canterbury should pay for Christchurch's new stadium to relieve financial burden on the city's residents.
They say "It seems a basic matter of fairness that it should be spread a bit more widely than just the city ratepayers."
Are you happy to contribute to the stadium?
Christchurch mayoral candidate Darryll Park is campaigning on environmental sustainability, but his biggest hospitality business doesn't recycle.
He commented with "Every aspect of my life is run with, I suppose, an environmental stance that is sustainable". What are your thoughts… View moreChristchurch mayoral candidate Darryll Park is campaigning on environmental sustainability, but his biggest hospitality business doesn't recycle.
He commented with "Every aspect of my life is run with, I suppose, an environmental stance that is sustainable". What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments!
They all had their defining moments. Climate change is ours.
Join Gen Less, and live more with less energy. #GenLess
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