Cracroft, Christchurch

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2039 days ago

Save these natives - plant them in your garden

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

More than 80 per cent of our native plants occur nowhere else in the world.

2040 days ago

Rain causes surface flooding on some roads

The Team from Christchurch City Council

We're seeing some strong winds which are set to continue into the evening. There's also patches of heavy rain across the region with some surface water on the roads. Take care while driving!

For information about roads affected by surface flooding: www.ccc.govt.nz...

If you'd like … View more
We're seeing some strong winds which are set to continue into the evening. There's also patches of heavy rain across the region with some surface water on the roads. Take care while driving!

For information about roads affected by surface flooding: www.ccc.govt.nz...

If you'd like to get in touch with us, give us a call on 03 941 8999

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2040 days ago

Severe Weather Watch - strong winds

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This Watch covers the possibility of south to southwest winds rising to severe gale in exposed coastal parts of Canterbury this afternoon and evening.

Area: Coastal Canterbury, including Christchurch and especially Banks Peninsula
Valid: 9 hours from 12:00pm to 9:00pm Monday
Forecast: South to… View more
This Watch covers the possibility of south to southwest winds rising to severe gale in exposed coastal parts of Canterbury this afternoon and evening.

Area: Coastal Canterbury, including Christchurch and especially Banks Peninsula
Valid: 9 hours from 12:00pm to 9:00pm Monday
Forecast: South to southwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places during this time, especially about higher parts of Banks Peninsula.

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2041 days ago

Improve your computer skills for free

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Great news for all digital upskillers: you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life - for free and at your own pace - at Ara Connect!

We’ve got courses in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and a Certificate in Computing, plus you can learn how to touch-type, use the internet, create a … View more
Great news for all digital upskillers: you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life - for free and at your own pace - at Ara Connect!

We’ve got courses in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and a Certificate in Computing, plus you can learn how to touch-type, use the internet, create a website and lots more.

There are Ara Connect locations throughout Christchurch, Timaru and Oamaru. We’re open Monday to Friday, and some locations are open Saturdays and weekends too, so you can fit your studies around work, family and other commitments.

To find out more, visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
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2046 days ago

Protection order on Christchurch aquifers could limit drinking water supply

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A move to protect Christchurch's aquifers from the bottling industry could inadvertently cap water supply for residents.

The city council is investigating the possibility of safeguarding its aquifers by applying to the Government for a water conservation order.

If granted, such an order … View more
A move to protect Christchurch's aquifers from the bottling industry could inadvertently cap water supply for residents.

The city council is investigating the possibility of safeguarding its aquifers by applying to the Government for a water conservation order.

If granted, such an order could limit the ways in which businesses and individuals take and use water in the future.

2042 days ago

The Chaperone - in cinemas this Thursday

Studio Canal LTD

The latest period drama from the writer and director of Downton Abbey, The Chaperone, is showing at a cinema near you from Thursday.

Based on the best selling novel, and starring Elizabeth McGovern (Downton Abbey) and Haley Lu Richardson (Five Feet Apart), The Chaperone follows a Kansas woman … View more
The latest period drama from the writer and director of Downton Abbey, The Chaperone, is showing at a cinema near you from Thursday.

Based on the best selling novel, and starring Elizabeth McGovern (Downton Abbey) and Haley Lu Richardson (Five Feet Apart), The Chaperone follows a Kansas woman who finds her life forever changed when she accompanies a young dancer on her fame-seeking journey to New York City in the early 1920's.
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2042 days ago

Winter is coming: check your number

The Electricity Authority

Winter is the perfect time to check your number, and make sure you’re on the best power deal. With colder days just around the corner, your power usage may increase. Paying less for power is a quick way to squeeze more out of your budget.

Check whatsmynumber.org.nz to see if you can get a … View more
Winter is the perfect time to check your number, and make sure you’re on the best power deal. With colder days just around the corner, your power usage may increase. Paying less for power is a quick way to squeeze more out of your budget.

Check whatsmynumber.org.nz to see if you can get a better deal.
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2042 days ago

Free plastic plant pots - various sizes

Grant from Halswell

Great to keen gardeners wanting to grow seedlings and cuttings etc. Different sizes and colours - see photos. Pick up from Halswell.

Free

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2042 days ago

unicorn birthday bottle

Lynda from Halswell

Christchurch, Canterbury
A bottle decoupaged with unicorns and decorated with jewels. would be great for a child's birthday party.
Pick up Halswell

Price: $15

2043 days ago

City Nature Challenge Now On!

Laura from Cashmere

Hey, Christchurch! Let’s show off our unique biodiversity and take on the world in a friendly, global competition! Everyone can contribute, whether you know heaps about biodiversity or are a nature newbie, and no matter where you are in Christchurch.

From April 26–29 we are making … View more
Hey, Christchurch! Let’s show off our unique biodiversity and take on the world in a friendly, global competition! Everyone can contribute, whether you know heaps about biodiversity or are a nature newbie, and no matter where you are in Christchurch.

From April 26–29 we are making observations of as many species as we can from the Christchurch District (including the central city, suburbs, and Banks Peninsula), and upload them to iNaturalist.NZ (inaturalist.nz...). It’s our opportunity to fly the flag for New Zealand as one of the more than 160 cities on all seven continents taking part in the challenge.

Participation is easy and free! Download the iNaturalist app to your mobile device. From April 26-29, use the app to upload photos of organisms to iNaturalist NZ, and our friendly iNaturalist NZ community will help you identify them. It's as simple as that! You can also add observations straight to iNaturalist.NZ on the web if you prefer.

Results will be announced Tuesday, May 7, so be sure to upload your observations by then.

CityNatureChallengeChChPoster-Flat.pdf Download View

2043 days ago

Give your bathroom a bit of brightness

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Is your bathmat looking the worse for wear? Create a colourful new wooden one with your favourite Resene testpot colours.

It’s an easy way to add colour to your bathroom while being practical too.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how… View more
Is your bathmat looking the worse for wear? Create a colourful new wooden one with your favourite Resene testpot colours.

It’s an easy way to add colour to your bathroom while being practical too.

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

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2044 days ago

WIN for Mother’s Day! Books for you and your mum

HarperCollins Publishers

HarperCollins Publishers has 5 packs of books up for grabs. They are all new releases from bestselling authors Paullina Simons, Danielle Hawkins, Cassandra Clare and Lisa See, plus a copy of Mary Holm’s essential guide to managing your personal finances. This could be your best Mother’s Day … View moreHarperCollins Publishers has 5 packs of books up for grabs. They are all new releases from bestselling authors Paullina Simons, Danielle Hawkins, Cassandra Clare and Lisa See, plus a copy of Mary Holm’s essential guide to managing your personal finances. This could be your best Mother’s Day yet.

CLICK HERE to enter.

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CLICK HERE to sign up for updates about new books.
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2045 days ago

Wishing everyone a peaceful Anzac Day ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Tomorrow we remember those who have made the greatest sacrifice to keep us all safe.

#NSNZsafercommunities

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2045 days ago

Do the Bioblitz

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Nature lovers in the area now have a rare chance to get involved with Christchurch’s City Nature Challenge 2019. It takes place from April 26 to 29, and is part of an International Bioblitz competition with other cities in the world, to find who can muster the largest support team and who can … View moreNature lovers in the area now have a rare chance to get involved with Christchurch’s City Nature Challenge 2019. It takes place from April 26 to 29, and is part of an International Bioblitz competition with other cities in the world, to find who can muster the largest support team and who can find the most species in those four days. The results will then be logged on this site.

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2046 days ago

2019 NZSSSO Gala Concert

NZSSSO

Presented by Forte Itinerant Teachers of Music, this concert showcases the amazing talent of young New Zealand orchestral musicians from Secondary Schools from throughout the country.

This year a challenging and exciting program will be conducted by Uwe Grodd, a conductor and flautist who has … View more
Presented by Forte Itinerant Teachers of Music, this concert showcases the amazing talent of young New Zealand orchestral musicians from Secondary Schools from throughout the country.

This year a challenging and exciting program will be conducted by Uwe Grodd, a conductor and flautist who has performed, recorded and conducted internationally for over 25 years. The programme includes Mahler’s incredible Symphony No.1, as well as the Overture to Colas Breugnon by Kabalevsky, and the fantastic Concerto for Strings and Marimba by Sejourne.

The concert will be held at the Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret's College, Saturday 27th of April at 7pm.
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