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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

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1529 days ago

Make a desk organiser

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Messy desk, messy life, so they say. Even if you disagree with the sentiment, there’s something calming about having an organised desk that lets you concentrate on being productive on the work that matters.

Keep your desktop clutter free with this clever DIY desk organiser. This one uses a … View more
Messy desk, messy life, so they say. Even if you disagree with the sentiment, there’s something calming about having an organised desk that lets you concentrate on being productive on the work that matters.

Keep your desktop clutter free with this clever DIY desk organiser. This one uses a green/blue paint palette, but get creative with the Resene colours that you love.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1530 days ago

A saucy rebrand brings te reo Māori to Kiwi fridges and dinner tables

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you looking for a new pantry staple? A Canterbury restaurateur has launched his own te reo Māori-branded tomato sauce after boycotting another for “bastardising” the language.

Fush owner Anton Matthews has teamed up with Barkers to produce Kīnaki Tomato after removing … View more
Hi neighbours,

Are you looking for a new pantry staple? A Canterbury restaurateur has launched his own te reo Māori-branded tomato sauce after boycotting another for “bastardising” the language.

Fush owner Anton Matthews has teamed up with Barkers to produce Kīnaki Tomato after removing Watties from his Christchurch restaurant because the company poked fun at Māori place names in an advertising campaign.

Matthews, who has become well-known for championing the country’s indigenous language, is proud to have te reo Māori on sauces displayed on his tables.

When he went in search of a new sauce to accompany his kaimoana (fish) and chips in January, they picked a sauce they loved, and asked the Geraldine-based condiment producer if it could collaborate on a label.

“I’m really stoked that they’ve taken a chance on us.”

To read more about Kīnaki Tomato, click here

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1529 days ago

Summing up the September 4, 2010, earthquake

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

We recently asked you to share one word you associate most with the September 4, 2010, earthquake in Canterbury.

We suggested it could be a word that described how your life or your community had changed, or one that took you back to the very moment the earth shook.

Your suggestions have been … View more
We recently asked you to share one word you associate most with the September 4, 2010, earthquake in Canterbury.

We suggested it could be a word that described how your life or your community had changed, or one that took you back to the very moment the earth shook.

Your suggestions have been collated into a word cloud - shared below -revealing the overwhelming feelings held by Cantabrians about the disaster.

Visit press.co.nz for more coverage of the quake's 10th anniversary.

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1529 days ago

Making a difference to your skin

Turn Back Time Beauty

I have been in the Cosmetic Industry for over 20yrs in Australia & NZ. We offer all beauty treatments, however my passion is making a difference to your skin! We have an amazing LED Light Therapy Machine that can do 4 different colours at the same time for different problems on your face.

I … View more
I have been in the Cosmetic Industry for over 20yrs in Australia & NZ. We offer all beauty treatments, however my passion is making a difference to your skin! We have an amazing LED Light Therapy Machine that can do 4 different colours at the same time for different problems on your face.

I bring in Mismo Skincare & Mineral Makeup from Australia as I couldn’t find a NZ product to back, that was natural but also active enough to make a visible difference to my customers skin & at a very affordable price!

To give you an idea of how potent Mismo is, they include a lot of Hylauronic Acid in many of their product range, but its not just a minimal percentage of the product like many of the large companies do, but Mismo uses Pharmaceutical grade Hylauronic Acid, that helps replenish moisture that is lost over the years to keep your skin plump & hydrated.
Find out more

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1531 days ago

Diary of a Christchurch bus passenger in a pandemic - what have you seen?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Stuff reporter and regular Christchurch bus user Vicki Anderson observes how her fellow passengers have reacted to mandatory mask wearing on public transport.

What has your public transport experience been like since the introduction of mandatory masks? Share in the comments below.

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1530 days ago

'Emotional' reunion as new Christchurch Hospital helipad gets test run

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Kate Murney doesn’t remember anything from the first time she was flown to Christchurch Hospital, but she won’t forget the second time.

The 67-year-old mother of three was rushed to hospital in December 2013 with acute septicemia, a serious blood infection. Her family was told she wasn’t … View more
Kate Murney doesn’t remember anything from the first time she was flown to Christchurch Hospital, but she won’t forget the second time.

The 67-year-old mother of three was rushed to hospital in December 2013 with acute septicemia, a serious blood infection. Her family was told she wasn’t going to make it, but miraculously, she survived.

She returned to Christchurch Hospital on Thursday to visit the new helipad atop the new Hagley Acute Services building and to thank those who saved her life.

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1530 days ago

Kids eat for half price on Thursdays at La Porchetta

Vicky from La Porchetta Riccarton

Keep your kid's satisfied and your wallet too.
Kid's eat for half price on Thursdays when dining from the kid's menu.

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1530 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Thousands of people flocked to Christchurch's King Edward Barracks to seek a bargain at what the organiser, Radio Avon, billed as The World's Largest Garage Sale on April 11, 1978.

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1530 days ago

Father's Day

Vicky from La Porchetta Riccarton

Here are two great options for Father's Day from La Porchetta.
Option 1 - Bring Dad to La Porchetta for lunch or dinner and he could win this great Estrella Damm prize pack. Bookings are recommended.
Option 2 - If Dad doesn't feel like going out, order him this great takeaway deal.

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Here are two great options for Father's Day from La Porchetta.
Option 1 - Bring Dad to La Porchetta for lunch or dinner and he could win this great Estrella Damm prize pack. Bookings are recommended.
Option 2 - If Dad doesn't feel like going out, order him this great takeaway deal.

Father's Day sorted at La Porchetta!

1530 days ago

It's hard to beat a hand filleted piece of NZ Hoki.

McDonald's NZ

Caught locally in the sparkling waters that surround New Zealand, our Hoki is renowned for its succulent texture, white flesh and great taste.

We use the best ingredients to make all our Macca's® meals. Whether you’re in Whangarei or Queenstown, you’ll always get the great quality and … View more
Caught locally in the sparkling waters that surround New Zealand, our Hoki is renowned for its succulent texture, white flesh and great taste.

We use the best ingredients to make all our Macca's® meals. Whether you’re in Whangarei or Queenstown, you’ll always get the great quality and taste.
Find out more

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1532 days ago

First home buying stories wanted

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for … View moreHi everyone! I'm Kylie, a Homed reporter. We're looking for people who have fairly recent, interesting, unique or off-the-wall stories to tell about how they bought their first homes. Did you move away from your home just to find a more affordable property? Did you scrimp and save for years to get a deposit together? Perhaps your family chipped in to help get you on the ladder? Are you older and buying for the first time? Did you choose to move into a home with a friend or another couple to make it more affordable? Please let us know in the comments below, or drop me a line in the messages. Your comments my be used in a story, but we'd also be interested in chatting to you for an exciting project coming up!

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1531 days ago

Back your backyard: 12-hour guide to Christchurch

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Whether you’re treating yourself to a weekend of exploring the rebuilding city, or simply after a fresh take on home base, Christchurch is a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

The Garden City is home to top-of-the-line retail, quality eating and drinking establishments, and … View more
Whether you’re treating yourself to a weekend of exploring the rebuilding city, or simply after a fresh take on home base, Christchurch is a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

The Garden City is home to top-of-the-line retail, quality eating and drinking establishments, and plenty of activities to nourish body and soul.

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1532 days ago

Demolition work starts on quake-damaged Christchurch Catholic cathedral

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The $1.8 million demolition project is expected to take a year and started this week with three workers salvaging two stone angels from the front of the historic building.

The church plans to build a school, church headquarters, parking building, and a replacement for the quake-damaged Cathedral … View more
The $1.8 million demolition project is expected to take a year and started this week with three workers salvaging two stone angels from the front of the historic building.

The church plans to build a school, church headquarters, parking building, and a replacement for the quake-damaged Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament between Victoria Square and the Avon River.

Read more here.

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1531 days ago

Christchurch landmarks to be lit up to mark Sept quake anniversary

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Several prominent Christchurch landmarks will be lit up this week to mark the 10th anniversary of the first major Canterbury earthquake.

New Brighton Pier, the New Regent St shops, the Town Hall Ferrier fountain, the Vaka a Hina sculpture in the east frame, the Fanfare sculpture at Chaney’s … View more
Several prominent Christchurch landmarks will be lit up this week to mark the 10th anniversary of the first major Canterbury earthquake.

New Brighton Pier, the New Regent St shops, the Town Hall Ferrier fountain, the Vaka a Hina sculpture in the east frame, the Fanfare sculpture at Chaney’s Corner, Christchurch Airport, and the State Highway 1 Memorial Bridge will all be lit up in green on Thursday and Friday.

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1550 days ago

Sum up the September 4 Canterbury quake anniversary in a single word

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

What word do you associate most with the September 4 earthquake in Canterbury?

As part of Stuff's upcoming coverage of the 10th anniversary of the quake, we want to hear your memories of the day life changed dramatically for so many.

We're collecting your submissions to create a word … View more
What word do you associate most with the September 4 earthquake in Canterbury?

As part of Stuff's upcoming coverage of the 10th anniversary of the quake, we want to hear your memories of the day life changed dramatically for so many.

We're collecting your submissions to create a word cloud to be published on the 10th anniversary.

It may be a word that describes how your life or your community has changed, or one that takes you back to that very moment the earth shook on the morning of September 4, 2010.

To share the word you believe best sums up the 10 years since the quake, click here or email stuffnation@stuff.co.nz

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