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Christchurch Police investigating a serious assault in the city are seeking help from the public.
The female victim was found seriously injured at the Richmond Village Green on Stanmore Road about 9:20am today.
She remains in a critical condition in hospital.
A scene examination of the … View moreChristchurch Police investigating a serious assault in the city are seeking help from the public.
The female victim was found seriously injured at the Richmond Village Green on Stanmore Road about 9:20am today.
She remains in a critical condition in hospital.
A scene examination of the area is underway.
As part of our inquiries, Police would like to speak to anyone who may have information that would help us determine what happened.
Information can be passed to Police via our 105 phone service, or by going online to: www.police.govt.nz...
Use 'Update Report', referencing file number 250205/8067.
There's been an abundance of product recalls in the past few weeks. Please check the list below, and click on any products that may affect you so you can see all the details of its recall.
Food:
Heritage Mighty garlic ciabatta
LollyShop brand Frosted Caramels
Mexicano corn chips cheese
… View moreThere's been an abundance of product recalls in the past few weeks. Please check the list below, and click on any products that may affect you so you can see all the details of its recall.
Food:
Heritage Mighty garlic ciabatta
LollyShop brand Frosted Caramels
Mexicano corn chips cheese
Oxford brand steak pie
Sanitarium Up & Go Protein Energize Vanilla
Cape Herb & Spice brand himalayan pink salt, smoky bbq, salt & pepper & seasoned salt
Products:
ProtectorAI balustrade posts - Bunnings
Juniper 2-in-1 baby high chair & swing
Annabel Trends - Baby banana teether - Not Socks
Baby Way NZ baby rocker/bouncer
Fitbit - Sense and Versa 3
Hutchwilco manual inflatable lifejacket
Glow in the dark hooded jumper
Little Bambinos various pyjamas
Muve Baby Way NZ musical bouncer
Arlec power board - Bunnings
HPM Electresafe Powercentre
Polaris RZR Pro R/ Pro R4
ISOFIX rotating car seat
You can see last month's recalls here. We hope this update was helpful!
Struggling to get back into the groove after the holidays?
You're not alone!
January can bring emotional and mental challenges as we transition from holiday cheer to everyday routines.
If you’re finding it tough, these articles offer practical advice for coping with this time of year:
… View moreStruggling to get back into the groove after the holidays?
You're not alone!
January can bring emotional and mental challenges as we transition from holiday cheer to everyday routines.
If you’re finding it tough, these articles offer practical advice for coping with this time of year:
✨ Holiday Hangover Tips – Learn why emotional exhaustion hits hard in January and discover simple strategies to care for your emotional well-being.
✨ Beating the Back-to-Work Blues – Get practical advice to ease back into your work routine while managing mental and emotional fatigue.
Take it one step at a time, look after yourself, and remember: you’ve got this! 💪
Check out both articles below! ⬇️
Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.
Share a photo in the comments below
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — … View moreFRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — perfect for embracing new adventures.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so … View moreMark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so during Covid times, he decided to renovate the lawn and garden just for something to do. It’s turned into a passion.
His lawn is 100% rye grass - sourced from Prebble Seeds Turf World who supply many golf courses around New Zealand. In the summer he mows it every 2-3 days, sometimes daily, and waters the lawn with a deep soak of about an hour at a time, 2-3 times a week. He uses a granular slow release lawn fertiliser and other liquid fertilisers also.
Mark shares:
'I would say the secret to getting a good lawn is consistent mowing - at least twice a week. Maybe buy a bulk bag of slow release lawn fertiliser from a wholesaler. Keep the grass longer and just take the very top off the blade when you mow. It promotes growth, thickens it up and will really help with stopping weeds - oh, and water. Expect a water bill if you want a good lawn.'
The first photo below shows the 'Before' shot, 4 years ago. Give Mark a Like on this post if you think his lawn is pretty top notch!
It's a debate that resurfaces each year as weather hits its peak just as kids head back to school.
Traditionally, we've paired the school holidays in NZ with the Christmas period, but would a shift to February make more sense for everyone?
The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).
There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most … View moreThe Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).
There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most Creative Backyard Build.
But this week, the category is BEST LOVED LAWN
So share a photo, or photos, in a comment below of your immaculate (or interesting!) lawn to be in to win. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃
We have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.
1. Justice of the peace – Monday, 3rd - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic … View moreWe have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.
1. Justice of the peace – Monday, 3rd - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236
2. CAB Volunteers in the Community - Tuesday, 4th - no appointment needed
- The Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall) - from 11- 2pm – every week
- Rolleston Community Centre (94 Rolleston Drive) – from 12-3pm – 1st Tuesday of the month - NEW LOCATION AT ROLLESTON
3. NEW SERVICE - Justice of the peace – Wednesday, 5th - 10.30-11.30. 133 Brighton Mall (entrance on Union Street, SBA office) – 03 366 6490
4. Immigration General Advice – Wednesday, 5th - 2:15pm-4:30pm. Fendalton Library – Appointment required - ring 03 351 7804
5. THURSDAY, 6TH IS A PUBLIC HOLIDAY AND WE WILL BE CLOSED.
6. Specialist clinics – held Fortnightly - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment if you need help with any of these issues.
• Employment - Wednesday Evening via Zoom
• Immigration Legal advice with Lawyer - Thursday Evening Hornby Community Centre
• ACC Advisor by Phone (as needed)
7. CV Clinic – held monthly at Hornby Community Centre - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book a place. Next clinic is Monday, 3rd March from 12.00-1.30pm
For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.
Toxic algae is known to bloom in awa/rivers during the warmer months, so it’s a great time for a refresher on how to spot it.
Toxic algae grows on the bottom of riverbeds and appears as thick dark brown or black mats that have a slimy or velvety texture and musty smell.
These mats can come … View moreToxic algae is known to bloom in awa/rivers during the warmer months, so it’s a great time for a refresher on how to spot it.
Toxic algae grows on the bottom of riverbeds and appears as thick dark brown or black mats that have a slimy or velvety texture and musty smell.
These mats can come loose and wash up on the edge of the rivers, or form ‘floating rafts’ in shallow areas. As they dry out, they turn light brown or white and look like dried leaves or cowpats.
If you are in any doubt, keep your whānau and animals away from the river.
Our daily riddles have been a fun way to start the day and spark some friendly competition, but we’re thinking about mixing things up—and we’d love your input!
What do you enjoy most about the riddles? Is it the brain-teasing puzzles, the themed photos, or the big reveal in the afternoon?
… View moreOur daily riddles have been a fun way to start the day and spark some friendly competition, but we’re thinking about mixing things up—and we’d love your input!
What do you enjoy most about the riddles? Is it the brain-teasing puzzles, the themed photos, or the big reveal in the afternoon?
If you could tweak one thing, what would it be? Maybe you’d like harder riddles, different themes, or see riddles in a different style or format!
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩
Freed from food and exercise
I've had an eating problem as long as I can remember. I would steal food, and money to get food. I was ashamed and had no idea why I did it. As a teenager, I didn't want to be overweight, so I tried to eat healthily at first and then tried to eat as little … View moreFreed from food and exercise
I've had an eating problem as long as I can remember. I would steal food, and money to get food. I was ashamed and had no idea why I did it. As a teenager, I didn't want to be overweight, so I tried to eat healthily at first and then tried to eat as little as possible. I also exercised to control my weight. All these things stopped working by the time I was twenty-one years old.
The constant thinking about food and losing weight made me ring for help from a Twelve Step recovery group. I found people that I knew had a solution for me. I tackled the programme – meetings, a food plan, the Steps, a sponsor and service – through hard work and trying to do it perfectly.
? Our SPCA Centers are overflowing with cats and kittens ready to find love, and we're on a mission to get them into caring homes this summer.
? Starting 25th January, SPCA is offering walk-in cat adoptions on Saturdays to help our feline friends find their forever homes. No appointment … View more? Our SPCA Centers are overflowing with cats and kittens ready to find love, and we're on a mission to get them into caring homes this summer.
? Starting 25th January, SPCA is offering walk-in cat adoptions on Saturdays to help our feline friends find their forever homes. No appointment needed – just pop into the Centre every Saturday during opening hours until 15th March and meet your new furry companion.
*To speed things up for you on adoption day, apply online via any of the cat profiles for your local centre on www.spca.nz... so we have all your details ready to go. Dog, small animal and farm animal adoptions are still by appointment as not all are in the centre.
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for feijoas, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our March 2025 issue.
Whether you're exploring the outdoors, on your daily commute, or simply at home, accidents or medical events can happen when you least expect them.
An Emergency Card is the simple essential tool to carry with you every day:
✅ Speaks for you when you can't.
✅ Keeps critical … View moreWhether you're exploring the outdoors, on your daily commute, or simply at home, accidents or medical events can happen when you least expect them.
An Emergency Card is the simple essential tool to carry with you every day:
✅ Speaks for you when you can't.
✅ Keeps critical medical info and emergency contacts at hand.
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Don't wait until it's too late—get yours today and be prepared for whatever life throws your way.
Priced from $25.
Visit www.emergencycards.co.nz... to learn more!
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