Harewood, Christchurch

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Merry Christmas, neighbours

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2772 days ago

Do you think the Christchurch City Council will stop chlorinating the city's water within a year?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council planned to upgrade 102 wells within a year, then dechlorinate the city's water supply – but there are questions over whether any have yet been repaired to the standards required.

Councillors voted in January to chlorinate the city's water supply after … View more
The Christchurch City Council planned to upgrade 102 wells within a year, then dechlorinate the city's water supply – but there are questions over whether any have yet been repaired to the standards required.

Councillors voted in January to chlorinate the city's water supply after experts warned of there was a low risk of contamination. The council authorised chlorination for up to 12 months while the work was done.

Work on at least 19 was meant to have been finished by now, but the city council has indicated that none have been completed yet.

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2761 days ago

Your guide to ACC levy invoices - get it done online

The Team from ACC New Zealand

There are more than 500,000 businesses in New Zealand. Each of these businesses while different in size and sector all have one thing in common, people.

Everyone who works or owns a business in New Zealand pays levies. Your levy goes towards insuring and protecting your most important assets –… View more
There are more than 500,000 businesses in New Zealand. Each of these businesses while different in size and sector all have one thing in common, people.

Everyone who works or owns a business in New Zealand pays levies. Your levy goes towards insuring and protecting your most important assets – you and your people.

Annual ACC invoices for businesses are sent out from 9 July and there’s a few things you need to know to make the process a whole lot easier.

If your details or circumstances have changed since last year, you can update these online. If you do this by 22 June, we can invoice you correctly.

Check out our guide to ACC levies and get it done online.
Check your details

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2762 days ago

Preserving Jars - Agee wanted to buy.

Campbell from Harewood

Agee preserving jars wanted to purchase or recycle any quantity please txt 0212423684

2761 days ago

Queen's Birthday Honours

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Congratulations to all of the New Zealanders recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.

Former Prime Minister Bill English, entertainers Jools and Lynda Topp (the Topp Twins), and legendary singer John Rowles are among those who've received top honours.

Click the link… View more
Congratulations to all of the New Zealanders recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.

Former Prime Minister Bill English, entertainers Jools and Lynda Topp (the Topp Twins), and legendary singer John Rowles are among those who've received top honours.

Click the link below to see the full list of recipients.

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2762 days ago

Improve your computer skills for free

Ara Institute

Did you know, at your local Ara community computing hub you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life and it won’t cost you a cent!

It’s easy too. You can learn at your own pace and at times that fit around work, family and other commitments. If you’re working, you could … View more
Did you know, at your local Ara community computing hub you can gain computer skills for work, study and everyday life and it won’t cost you a cent!

It’s easy too. You can learn at your own pace and at times that fit around work, family and other commitments. If you’re working, you could even arrange with your employer to study during work time, as part of your professional development.

Courses include beginner, intermediate and advanced-level study in Word, Excel and Powerpoint. You can also learn how to touch-type, use the internet or make a website.
Ara’s friendly tutors will help you gain the skills you need to improve your job opportunities, become more productive at work or just get the most out of all the digital tools available to us these days.

There are five Computing For Free hubs in Christchurch and one each in Timaru and Oamaru. To get started, simply drop into your nearest hub (for locations see
ara.ac.nz/computing) or call 0800 24 24 76.
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2764 days ago

Are you a Christ's College or a Christchurch Boys' High School supporter?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

They say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this … View moreThey say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this year's match.

2762 days ago

Christchurch's top playgrounds

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch has heaps of fantastic playgrounds! See if you can find one in your neighbourhood that you didn’t know about by using the interactive map at: bit.ly...

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2763 days ago

Spiritual and Wellbeing Expo – Hillmorton, Saturday 9th June

Brenda from Northwood

This Expo will be at Hillmorton High school in Christchurch. Doors open 11 - 4pm. $5 entry, under 12 years free entry. Free Workshops on the day.

Readings/Clairvoyance, Reiki, Access Bars Sessions, Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Crystals, Incense, Jewellery, Soy Candles, Herbs and … View more
This Expo will be at Hillmorton High school in Christchurch. Doors open 11 - 4pm. $5 entry, under 12 years free entry. Free Workshops on the day.

Readings/Clairvoyance, Reiki, Access Bars Sessions, Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Crystals, Incense, Jewellery, Soy Candles, Herbs and Spices, Maori Healing, Chakra Balancing, PXP Purple Rice, Holistic Pulsing, do Terra Oils, Tarot Readings, Energy Healing, Arbonne Skin care, Scentsy, Spiritual Art, Akashic Records, Clothing, Scarves, Readings, Food Intuitive, Crystal Pyramids, Gift Ideas and Vouchers, so much to choose from .

For more information: www.facebook.com...

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2763 days ago

2 valances

Margaret from Papanui

Two single bed valances as new as beds only used for display. $25 the pair

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2763 days ago

Bamboo's a sustainable beauty

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

When it comes to an Earth-friendly wood, bamboo's hard to beat. And in the hands of local designers Bevan Whiting and Andrew Veitch, it's being turned into beautiful and innovative home products.

See how they find creative ways to showcase bamboo's sustainable wow factor, here.

2763 days ago

Our top ten playgrounds

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Make the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
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Check out our top ten playgrounds here: … View more
Make the most of the long weekend by taking the kids to one of Christchurch’s fabulous playgrounds, like the one at Ouruhia Reserve off Marshlands Road!
This playground has heaps of fun play equipment and a sealed bike track around the outside
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Check out our top ten playgrounds here: bit.ly...

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2764 days ago

Last chance to nominate for the 2018 Women of Influence Awards!

Women of Influence

We’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. … View moreWe’re calling on you to help recognise the women who are doing great things in their communities and creating a bold and diverse future for all Kiwis. Don't miss out on your chance to nominate yourself or a deserving woman you know by 15 June. Nominate at stuff.co.nz/womenofinfluence now. Help us celebrate those influential women in your life who are championing real change, every day.

Visit womenofinfluence.co.nz for more information.
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2764 days ago

Are you a Christ's College or a Christchurch Boys' High School supporter?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

They say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this … View moreThey say you don't know what you've got till it's gone, but Christ's College savoured their every moment as victors of the annual rugby match against bitter rivals Christchurch Boys' High School – right until they were pipped at the post by the visiting side in this year's match.

2764 days ago

Burnside Primary school awarded by Keep Christchurch Beautiful

Shirish Paranjape from

Burnside Primary school was recently awarded by Keep Christchurch Beautiful for being part of the programme for 25 years, ever since the inception of the programme.
The citation reads, "Burnside Primary is one of only two schools that have been participants in our Schools Environment … View more
Burnside Primary school was recently awarded by Keep Christchurch Beautiful for being part of the programme for 25 years, ever since the inception of the programme.
The citation reads, "Burnside Primary is one of only two schools that have been participants in our Schools Environment Programme every year since its inception in 1994. Burnside Primary will receive one of the first 25-year long service certificates presented, at the end of year schools awards ceremony in November. We applaud Burnside Primary School’s dedication to all things environmental."

It was nice of Star Media to carry this is Western News and Nor'West News - one with my photo and one without!

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2764 days ago

KidsFest time again ! www.kidsfest.co.nz

Karin from Harewood

Hi everyone, It's almost KidsFest time again. There's a whole bunch of awesome activities the Council has planned all around Christchurch. Have a look here - www.kidsfest.co.nz...

The best part is I now have a granddaughter old enough to take to some of these activities YAY !!!

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