Beckenham, Christchurch

1132 days ago

Calling all creative minds today

Stuff

Entries are open for this year’s Sunday Star-Times short story awards.

The awards include open, emerging Māori and Pasifika writers, and under-25 years categories and will be judged by some of New Zealand’s best authors.

The winning story will be published in the Sunday Star-Times and … View more
Entries are open for this year’s Sunday Star-Times short story awards.

The awards include open, emerging Māori and Pasifika writers, and under-25 years categories and will be judged by some of New Zealand’s best authors.

The winning story will be published in the Sunday Star-Times and on Stuff. Entries close Friday 22 October.
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1132 days ago

Puzzle Answer

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

The answer to the square puzzle is 30.

1133 days ago

Here's a cool idea for communicating with your neighbours without technology or breaching alert level rules...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Each household gets 3 pieces of coloured paper that can be displayed in a window or on a door that others can easily see.

- Green is for I'm OK

- Yellow is for needing help or a check-in

- Red is for an emergency

This is a safe and simple way let others know how you're doing while … View more
Each household gets 3 pieces of coloured paper that can be displayed in a window or on a door that others can easily see.

- Green is for I'm OK

- Yellow is for needing help or a check-in

- Red is for an emergency

This is a safe and simple way let others know how you're doing while also looking out for others in your community.

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1133 days ago

Free pallets

John from Opawa - Saint Martins

Central city, give me a call and you can have free used pallets for whatever project you have. John 021 0480980

Free

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1134 days ago

Enjoy the lifestyle you want.

Oceania Healthcare

Situated in the leafy suburb of Papanui, you’ll discover The Bellevue. Experience the lifestyle you want, whether that’s enjoying the local shops or relaxing with friends and family.

As soon as you step into one of our spacious, brand new apartments, you’ll find everything you want in a … View more
Situated in the leafy suburb of Papanui, you’ll discover The Bellevue. Experience the lifestyle you want, whether that’s enjoying the local shops or relaxing with friends and family.

As soon as you step into one of our spacious, brand new apartments, you’ll find everything you want in a new home – from stylish fixtures to an enclosable balcony complete with sliding glass doors.

Though you will have to leave it at some point because, as a welcome gift, we’re giving away a $5,000 luxury holiday with every apartment sold in October and November*.

Once you’re back, you’ll be able to settle into a lifestyle that suits you; whether that’s enjoying a workout at the gym, happy hour chats at the bar, or coffee catch-ups at the cafe.

With so much on offer, there’s been no better time to move to The Bellevue. To learn more, call Russell on 0800 333 688 today.

* Terms and conditions apply, including eligibility criteria. Limited time offer. Offer only applies to applications for independent living apartments at The Bellevue, Christchurch. Holiday vouchers valued at $5000 will be provided for use with a third party service provider. Only one voucher per apartment. Vouchers are non-transferrable and cannot be exchanged for cash. Full terms and conditions available at www.oceaniahealthcare.co.nz/current-offers.
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1134 days ago

Happy National Gardening Week! 👩‍🌾🍅

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This year Kiwis are being encouraged to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

Backyard and communal edible gardens not only provide healthy, sustainable and tasty kai, they also create greater food resiliency within our … View more
This year Kiwis are being encouraged to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

Backyard and communal edible gardens not only provide healthy, sustainable and tasty kai, they also create greater food resiliency within our hapori.

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1134 days ago

Synlait Milk no plastic

Pauline from Opawa - Saint Martins

Only $5.29 for 1 1/2 litres when you return your Stainless Steel can ($10 deposit for the can).
I pay $4.95 per litre from the milkie to deliver in glass bottles so good value.
Only in New World St Martins and Fentalton.

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1135 days ago

How important is sustainability to you?

NowNext

Take the survey and be in to WIN a share of $2,500 worth of prizes - including a luxury escape in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand’s food and wine country – where a sustainable weekend away tastes absolutely delicious!

Plus, each entry will also go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $100 gift vouchersView more
Take the survey and be in to WIN a share of $2,500 worth of prizes - including a luxury escape in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand’s food and wine country – where a sustainable weekend away tastes absolutely delicious!

Plus, each entry will also go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $100 gift vouchers from the Restaurant Association of New Zealand.
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1135 days ago

Looking for a job?

Competenz

Looking for a job and keen to get qualified? Our job board has new opportunities being listed regularly across our 37 sectors!

And good news, we have an exciting new function available – our CV builder. Now, anyone looking for an apprenticeship or job opportunity through Competenz can use our … View more
Looking for a job and keen to get qualified? Our job board has new opportunities being listed regularly across our 37 sectors!

And good news, we have an exciting new function available – our CV builder. Now, anyone looking for an apprenticeship or job opportunity through Competenz can use our CV Builder tool to create a professional CV with the right information to get the attention of employers.

Check out our CV builder here. Or keep an eye on our Job Board for new opportunities!
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1140 days ago

Aldersons Reserve - Building a Nature play area

Stuart from Hillsborough

Hey neighbours, we have been building a stepping stone maze out of the chopped up tree logs area at Aldersons Reserve. We hope this will be a fun place to play over the summer.
We will be working with the council to enhance this area further with planting. The council will also be reviewing the … View more
Hey neighbours, we have been building a stepping stone maze out of the chopped up tree logs area at Aldersons Reserve. We hope this will be a fun place to play over the summer.
We will be working with the council to enhance this area further with planting. The council will also be reviewing the remaining trees as some may need to come. Meaning we may be able set up some fun logs for the kids to climb on.
If this sounds good to you please come and take a look and if you want to lend a hand, reach out.

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1136 days ago

Grow an extra row

Yates

While some Kiwis are enjoying home grown vegies, many are going without vegetables altogether.

This National Gardening Week we’re encouraging gardeners to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

To help get your … View more
While some Kiwis are enjoying home grown vegies, many are going without vegetables altogether.

This National Gardening Week we’re encouraging gardeners to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

To help get your extra row underway Yates is lending a helping hand.

Just register online HERE between 1st and 25th October to receive a FREE packet of Yates Vegie Seeds.

Once you’ve grown your vegies to share (or if you have spare now) please visit HERE to find a list of the organisations that would welcome your donation of fresh homegrown vegies.
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1136 days ago

Why should I update my will?​

Public Trust

Just like times change, so should your will – so it’s important to keep it up to date. ​

You’ve built a life around the things and people that matter most. An up-to-date will is the best way to protect your legacy and share it with the people you love. ​

If you last made… View more
Just like times change, so should your will – so it’s important to keep it up to date. ​

You’ve built a life around the things and people that matter most. An up-to-date will is the best way to protect your legacy and share it with the people you love. ​

If you last made a will back in the days of cassette tapes and telethons, it may be time for an update. ​
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1137 days ago

Kickstart your vegie patch

Yates

Join this supportive & fun online community, for local help to successfully grow your own vegies.

Yates are growing an online community of gardeners, and it’s free to join! Whether you’re just getting started, or an old hand – we can all do with help & support on the journey of … View more
Join this supportive & fun online community, for local help to successfully grow your own vegies.

Yates are growing an online community of gardeners, and it’s free to join! Whether you’re just getting started, or an old hand – we can all do with help & support on the journey of growing our own food.

Yates expert Sarah O’Neil will be on hand to help with problems too. Plus there are over $4000 worth of prizes up for grabs!
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1137 days ago

Cashmere Rotary Bookarama 2021 is on and the collection bins are out

Terry from Westmorland

The Cashmere Rotary Club is once again raising funds for charity with another Bookarama.This year’s sale will be held at the Addington Raceway Stables from Thursday 18 November to Sunday 21 November and we need your donations of books, CDs, LPs, DVDs, Jigsaws and Games. Prices start at just $1. … View moreThe Cashmere Rotary Club is once again raising funds for charity with another Bookarama.This year’s sale will be held at the Addington Raceway Stables from Thursday 18 November to Sunday 21 November and we need your donations of books, CDs, LPs, DVDs, Jigsaws and Games. Prices start at just $1. Everything half price on Sunday. EFTPOS available. Go to rotaryinfo.org.nz... to find the drop off bin nearest to you.

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1137 days ago

Acer's Story

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

Acer Ah Chee-Wilson got into to trouble and made some bad decisions in his younger years. He hated school and wanted to drop out at age 14. A shy anti-social boy who kept to himself was then introduced to Project K.

"The person I used to be is in the past. The mischief, the bad man. I’ve … View more
Acer Ah Chee-Wilson got into to trouble and made some bad decisions in his younger years. He hated school and wanted to drop out at age 14. A shy anti-social boy who kept to himself was then introduced to Project K.

"The person I used to be is in the past. The mischief, the bad man. I’ve looked further into the future to where I want to be and who I’m going to be."

Read Acer's full story through the link below.

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