Avonhead, Christchurch

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1233 days ago

Who vs. Whom?

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

Who vs. Whom? If you can replace the word with “he”’ or “’she,” use who. If you can replace it with “him” or “her,” use whom.

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1233 days ago

Guess who: Do you recognise someone in Canterbury Museum's latest exhibition?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

You may be able to spot yourself, your friends or relatives in new images released by the Canterbury Museum.

New Zealand’s longest running photography studio, Standish and Preece, is showcasing a selection of its 75,000 images held in the museum’s collection that were captured from 1885 to … View more
You may be able to spot yourself, your friends or relatives in new images released by the Canterbury Museum.

New Zealand’s longest running photography studio, Standish and Preece, is showcasing a selection of its 75,000 images held in the museum’s collection that were captured from 1885 to 2020.

The photos, which include weddings, sport games, family portraits, school photos, kapa haka groups, graduation photos and more, represent the changing faces of Canterbury over more than a century at some of the most important events of their lives.

The museum put 32,000 of the collection’s images on its website during last year’s alert level four lockdown, asking the public to help identify many of the people and places photographed.

A further 43,000 images went live last week. Read more here.

1233 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a worldwide Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. AEA members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA, members find peace of mind … View moreAddictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a worldwide Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. AEA members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA, members find peace of mind and the ability to live a meaningful and productive life.

Wherever you are, whatever your problem with food, AEA can help.

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1233 days ago

No barriers to learning

Competenz

"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to … View more
"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.

Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here

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1237 days ago

Covid-19 keeps teenage sweethearts waiting after 50-year separation

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hi neighbours, here's one to pull on the heart strings...

Teenage sweethearts who rekindled their romance after more than 50 years – and nearly 20,000 kilometres apart – are still waiting to reunite thanks to Covid-19.

Jock Anderson, 74, and Elizabeth Robertson, 73, were teenage … View more
Hi neighbours, here's one to pull on the heart strings...

Teenage sweethearts who rekindled their romance after more than 50 years – and nearly 20,000 kilometres apart – are still waiting to reunite thanks to Covid-19.

Jock Anderson, 74, and Elizabeth Robertson, 73, were teenage sweethearts after attending Macandrew Intermediate School in Dunedin together in the 1960s.

The pair reignited their spark in 2019 after half a century apart when Anderson travelled to Scotland for a holiday and got in touch with Robertson, who moved there in 1972.

“As soon as I saw her, I knew the spark was still there,” Anderson said.

Their romantic story has been featured on The Times and BBC in the UK.

Read the full story on Stuff by clicking the link below.

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1234 days ago

Heat pumps

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

A couple of Heat pump installs done by Patrick.

1234 days ago

Free range organic eggs

Christine from Upper Riccarton

Tray of 30 - $12
Tray of 20 - $10
Carton of 18 - $8
Carton of 12 - $6
Carton of 10 - $5

Pick up is 56 peer st upper riccarton. Please txt or call me on 0274552888 first to check I'm home and that I have enough eggs in stock, laying can be a bit slower over winter, I should have lots of eggs … View more
Tray of 30 - $12
Tray of 20 - $10
Carton of 18 - $8
Carton of 12 - $6
Carton of 10 - $5

Pick up is 56 peer st upper riccarton. Please txt or call me on 0274552888 first to check I'm home and that I have enough eggs in stock, laying can be a bit slower over winter, I should have lots of eggs available come summer :)

Price: $12

1234 days ago

Push further, defy expectations!

No one dreams bigger than an Olympian, and nothing connects us as a nation quite like sport!
As a proud partner of the New Zealand Olympic Team, we’re getting behind our Olympians so they can turn their dreams into a reality.
Learn more

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1237 days ago

RSV outbreak: Virus hitting Kiwi kids

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hospitals around New Zealand have been strained this week by the growing number of babies and children with RSV symptoms.

Christchurch Hospital has been forced to treat all patients as being potentially infected with Covid-19 as the symptoms are similar.

One Canterbury toddler, Meah Radford, was… View more
Hospitals around New Zealand have been strained this week by the growing number of babies and children with RSV symptoms.

Christchurch Hospital has been forced to treat all patients as being potentially infected with Covid-19 as the symptoms are similar.

One Canterbury toddler, Meah Radford, was fine on Friday, but four days was in hospital in a life-threatening condition.

Mum Brittany Beddoes says it was the "scariest thing" she had ever experienced.

Click here to read more about Meah's experience and about the RSV outbreak.

What is RSV?
- A common respiratory illness caused by a virus
-Typically mild with symptoms similar to the common cold
-Can be severe in infants and vulnerable adults who can suffer fever, severe cough and difficulty breathing
-Parents are advised to call Healthline if concerned on 0800 611 116

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1236 days ago

Paint a cute cane basket

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Bring some ordinary storage baskets to life using a few Resene testpots of Resene Nero, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene White and some leafy house plants!

Find out how to create your own.

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1240 days ago

MEDIA ALCOHOL ADVERTISING

Robert from Bryndwr

I heartily agree about opposing alcohol but definitely NOT as prohibition (history has proven time and time again that Prohibition cannot and does not work). Personally, I love a beer with a nice Indian curry! I am opposed to any media advertising of alcohol and especially any promotion of it as a… View moreI heartily agree about opposing alcohol but definitely NOT as prohibition (history has proven time and time again that Prohibition cannot and does not work). Personally, I love a beer with a nice Indian curry! I am opposed to any media advertising of alcohol and especially any promotion of it as a necessary social lubricant... The topic is, essentially, about harm minimization. About not glamorizing it to youth and children or those with potential substance and drug abuse problems.
Incidentally, Chloe Swarbrick, (Greens Party) a get-up-and-go person, has just (circa June, 2021) floated a Bill proposal in Parliament opposing alcohol advertising. The Labour Party also has a long held and firm Party resolution on on their books about NO alcohol advertising.

The Alcohol sector has a LOT of Parties' election funds to spread around and can purchase the finest governments money can buy! The Australian Federal Government banned alcohol advertising some 30 years or so ago.

The Nats have NO interest in banning alcohol advertising because, Simon Bridges (my personal eye-to eye meeting with him) says it "will cost jobs." A very typical NeoLiberal political stance.
Regards, Robert Walker, B.A. Grad. Dip Sc. PG Cert.Arts.

1243 days ago

Landscaper for small garden - Buchanans Road area.

Gail from Yaldhurst

Can anyone please recommend a reliable landscaper that would be interested in a small job, to remove several shrubs and dig in a board against fence line - approximately 14 metres, to stop stones dropping on neighbours property. The depth of the garden is only 52 cm.
I would also like suggestions … View more
Can anyone please recommend a reliable landscaper that would be interested in a small job, to remove several shrubs and dig in a board against fence line - approximately 14 metres, to stop stones dropping on neighbours property. The depth of the garden is only 52 cm.
I would also like suggestions of what to replace the shrubs with.
Your help to find a suitable person would be appreciated. Thank you.

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1237 days ago

Service > Selection> Price >

Smiths Sports Shoes

At Smiths Sports Shoes we really do believe in looking after your feet.

We are very keen to find out what you will be using your footwear for and will use this information to find the ideal footwear choice for you.

You will be looked after by friendly helpful people who care about your … View more
At Smiths Sports Shoes we really do believe in looking after your feet.

We are very keen to find out what you will be using your footwear for and will use this information to find the ideal footwear choice for you.

You will be looked after by friendly helpful people who care about your footwear needs.

On top of the exceptional service we provide, you will also benefit from the massive range we carry. Currently over 5000 pairs in store. On top of this we can offer you over 2500 pairs with savings of 30-50% off RRP.

At Smiths we have all bases covered Service, Selection and Price.
Shop now

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1255 days ago

Desperately seeking dryer

Katrina from Burnside

Hi I'm desperate to find a second hand dryer I can pick up from anywhere around Christchurch and can pay up to $100...anyone have they dont want

1239 days ago

Hairdressing Models wanted

Christina from Papanui

My name is Savannah, I am a year 3 apprentice and I am looking for models for....
Chemical straightening or
Removal of unwanted colour.
There will be a minimal cost involved to cover product only.
Contact Savannah on 03 352 8341

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