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We need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September
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Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. … View moreHi neighbours,
Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. Although about 30,000 people in the profession are involved in the strike, not everyone agrees with it.
So, what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think teachers deserve better pay? Or should they have stayed around the negotiating table for longer? Are you a teacher or parent with views on the topic? Let us know in the replies!
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Gap Filler is turning an unused site in the central city into a car park. Profits will be go towards community projects such as free cycle maintenance workshops. A great idea and so handy for the Margaret Mahy playground, Isaac Theatre Royal and New Regent St.
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View moreHave you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.
The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.
Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.
So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.
Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
A home with something for everyone. You will find a fully fenced large section, 4 double sized bedrooms (2 upstairs, 2 downstairs), large lounge with large open plan dining room or a second lounge, family sized kitchen with loads of storage and a double wall oven. Double internal access garage with… View moreA home with something for everyone. You will find a fully fenced large section, 4 double sized bedrooms (2 upstairs, 2 downstairs), large lounge with large open plan dining room or a second lounge, family sized kitchen with loads of storage and a double wall oven. Double internal access garage with room above to store your possessions or build to extend the home! Bathroom upstairs, and a bathroom downstairs with a separate toilet beside it and a generous sized laundry, this home is a must view!
Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Share them on our page, and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive.
Alpine View Lifestyle Village is a new generation retirement village in Waitikiri, Christchurch. Alpine View offers a full continuum of care with options including: independent houses, serviced houses, serviced apartments, rest home and hospital level care.
At Alpine View we recognise that … View moreAlpine View Lifestyle Village is a new generation retirement village in Waitikiri, Christchurch. Alpine View offers a full continuum of care with options including: independent houses, serviced houses, serviced apartments, rest home and hospital level care.
At Alpine View we recognise that ‘Lifestyle is one of our most powerful medicines.’ We create; places, spaces, facilities, homes, food, events and activities that we, ourselves, would want!
Come along to one of our open days to enjoy a tour of our village.
When: Sunday 12th & Monday 13th August, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Alpine View Lifestyle Village, 448 Prestons Road, Waitikiri
For further information contact us on:
Phone: 03 383 1333
Email: Reception@alpineview.co.nz
Website: www.alpineview.co.nz
Lack of snowfall in the Canterbury High Country this winter has prevented the opening of a popular ski area. Niwa meteorologist Ben Noll says snowfall patterns in Canterbury have been affected due to warmer airflows and because of these snowball patterns, Fairlie's Fox Peak ski area is yet to … View moreLack of snowfall in the Canterbury High Country this winter has prevented the opening of a popular ski area. Niwa meteorologist Ben Noll says snowfall patterns in Canterbury have been affected due to warmer airflows and because of these snowball patterns, Fairlie's Fox Peak ski area is yet to open.
The club's president Alistair Millar says the weather patterns have been coming from the west. He said while they won't be making any profits this season, there won't be any financial implications on the skifield. Millar said they're hoping for a good dumping of snow in the next few days, but that was "wishful thinking".
"It's disappointing for the ones that have bought season passes ... but that's just the risk you take."
Read more here
Image: Fox Peak Ski Cam / Supplied
Hi neighbours, it’s Josh and the team here from the Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).
We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from … View moreHi neighbours, it’s Josh and the team here from the Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).
We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from just $3,995. Or grab yourself a bargain with some of our lowest prices ever on Sellout Spas!
But you’ll have to hurry, as these deals will be available for 4 days only!
We are located at 105 Blenheim Rd, Riccarton and would love to see you!
Josh Townsend
Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom Manager
With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up … View moreWith winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up to a total of 20 days.
• Sick leave can be used when you’re sick or when you need to be off work to look after someone else who is sick or injured (your partner, child, or someone who relies on you for care).
• Even if you’re a part-time or casual worker, you’re still entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave a year (once you’ve worked for 6 months continuously or for an average of 10 hours per week, and at least one hour in every week or 40 hours in every month).
• Your employer can require you to provide a medical certificate if you’re sick for 3 or more days in a row, and you’ll need to pay to get it. If they want proof of sickness sooner then they will have to pay the costs of getting the proof.
These are the minimum sick leave entitlements. Your employer can agree to give you more.
Check out our website for more information about sick leave and other employment rights and responsibilities. If you’ve got questions get in touch with a CAB near you, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or contact us online.
The theft of 17 laptops from a rural school near Ashburton during the holidays should be seen as a warning to all schools about securing computer equipment. Schools in the region to be vigilant with the way that they secure their computer equipment. Ashburton police confirmed the school holidays … View moreThe theft of 17 laptops from a rural school near Ashburton during the holidays should be seen as a warning to all schools about securing computer equipment. Schools in the region to be vigilant with the way that they secure their computer equipment. Ashburton police confirmed the school holidays burglary at Hinds Primary School, about 59 kilometres north of Timaru.
Police have appealed for information on the break-in, and say they want to hear from anyone who has seen chromebooks for sale.
Police urged anyone with information on the Hinds incident to contact Ashburton Police on (03) 3078400. Information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Read the full story here.
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The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.
The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.
So go on, encourage your local primary… View moreThe Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.
The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.
So go on, encourage your local primary school to get stuck in. Share your passion for growing fresh, nutritious food and win! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs and it’s really easy to enter.
Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear … View moreAre there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?
This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear implants.
Loud Shirt Day is a great way to commit serious fashion crimes and have a whole lot of fun. This year's theme is Superheroes, so grab your brightest, funkiest superhero outfits to wow others and raise money for a great cause. Register at loudshirtday.org.nz and we’ll send you a free fundraising pack. It’s that easy!
If you're keen to help kick-start our fundraising efforts, good news! You can donate via Givealittle here.
Thanks for your support,
Ankita
(Loud Shirt Day Coordinator)
Hey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?
We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.… View moreHey neighbours, It's been a long hard winter and for many, power bills have been going through the roof. Have you been affected?
We're looking into ways we can all keep these costs down for a story on Homed and would love to hear from you if you have particularly large or small bills.
Do your power bills come in way higher than your friends and family? Do you know why, or does the amount always take you by surprise? Maybe, like the family who created an effective solar panel heater out of drink cans, or the blogger who enjoys free power generated by a converted washing machine, you've found a creative way to minimise your bills. If so, how do you do it?
Whether your bills are high and you're looking for ways to reduce them, or you have some secrets to low power bills that you're willing to share, we'd love to hear from you. Leave a message in the comments, or email homed@stuff.co.nz.
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