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2292 days ago

Enjoy Coco in comfort.

Stuff Pix

With school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have … View moreWith school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have smiles for days these holidays.

Head to stuffpix.co.nz to watch now.
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2292 days ago

Thank you

Lee from Halswell

Thank you so much to the kind person who picked Alfie up from Halswell Rd and delivered him to the Halswell Vets
He must have seen an opportunity and dashed out of the door
What a great community
Thanks again
Lee

2294 days ago

Sports lake, large-scale housing, golf course all scrapped from Christchurch red zone planning

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hopes for a world class rowing lake in Christchurch's residential red zone are dead in the water.

Instead the proposal includes a 11-kilometre green spine with walkways, cycle tracks, wetlands and large stormwater runoff areas, the development of which will take 30 years.

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2292 days ago

Community Service Awards

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Nominations for this years’ Community Service Awards close at 5pm tonight!
Head online to submit your nomination: bit.ly...

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2293 days ago

Examining the past can help protect our future.

Abuse in State Care Royal Commission

The legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process … View more
The legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process can begin, the Terms of Reference to define the scope and purpose of the Inquiry need to be set. Sir Anand would like to hear your views on the draft Terms of Reference so we can work together to make sure we don’t repeat the mistakes of the past.
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2293 days ago

Car boot/garage sale

Rosemary from Halswell

There is to be a car boot/ garage sale. Outside sites at $10 a site so that you can sell from your car. There are some indoor sites as well also $10 a site. Venue is St Mary's Church Hall. We do not need donation of items at this stage, save them until our fair later in the year , the sites … View moreThere is to be a car boot/ garage sale. Outside sites at $10 a site so that you can sell from your car. There are some indoor sites as well also $10 a site. Venue is St Mary's Church Hall. We do not need donation of items at this stage, save them until our fair later in the year , the sites are for you to sell your items and for you to keep the proceeds. The date is 21st April 10am please contact Judy 4200923 if you wish to book a site. Or Rosemary for further information on 3229962

2293 days ago

Tell us what you want to do at your new Central Library, Tūranga.

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Laser cutting?
3D printing?
Vinyl cutting?

Tell us what you want to do at your new Central Library, Tūranga.

Have your say and take our quick survey: bit.ly...

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2293 days ago

Poll: Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

The Government is set to end offshore oil and gas exploration in New Zealand. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says "transitions have to start somewhere". Do you support the decision? Take part in our poll or leave a reply. To read more click here.

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Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?
  • 59.1% Yes. It's time to pursue clean energy
    59.1% Complete
  • 40.9% No. It will hit the industry hard
    40.9% Complete
66 votes
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2293 days ago

Wanted to purchase - Single Headboard

Cindy from Halswell

Does anyone have a spare single headboard I may purchase? White or wooden, must be in reasonable condition. Thanks Cindy

2293 days ago

Have you heard Stuff's latest podcast on a Christchurch murder?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Do you remember hearing about the murder of Christchurch man John Reynolds? He was found dead at a scrap metal yard in 1996. The case was never solved. Stuff's new podcast Heavy Metal explores what happened on the rainy day in April. Interested? To listen, click here.

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2293 days ago

Technology to make your home smarter and safer

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Remembering to set the alarm before you left the house used to be about as complex as home security got. But now it's increasingly common to have a fully integrated system that links in with several other gadgets around the house, controlled via an app on your phone.

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2294 days ago

Roses: advice from your local expert

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our resident rosarian Barbara Lea Taylor says it's time to take cuttings of your favourite roses. She explains just how to do that.

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2294 days ago

ANZAC day wheelie bin collection

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Hey you! Your wheelie bins will be emptied one day later than normal this ANZAC Day and the days following. Read more here: bit.ly...

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2295 days ago

Council seeks legal advice on dog rules

The Team from Christchurch City Council

We're working to clarify the rules around when and where certain kinds of dogs need to be muzzled. More information can be found at Newsline.

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2296 days ago

Final chance to have your say

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax… View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website by 30 April, watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Don't miss out. Have your say on the future of tax by 30 April at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
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