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Repurpose an old pallet and decorate in Resene paints to make a luxurious garden swing.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Toi Toi Opera - A Christmas Carol - Free
SUNDAY 17 DECEMBER 2023 - 5.30-7.00pm
VENUE: North Quad, The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard
Just in time for Christmas, Toi Toi Opera brings you an abridged version of renowned Ōtautahi composer Philip Norman’s operatic telling of the Dickens classic A Christmas … View moreSUNDAY 17 DECEMBER 2023 - 5.30-7.00pm
VENUE: North Quad, The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, 2 Worcester Boulevard
Just in time for Christmas, Toi Toi Opera brings you an abridged version of renowned Ōtautahi composer Philip Norman’s operatic telling of the Dickens classic A Christmas Carol, with an all-local cast and creative team.
Follow Scrooge as he is visited by a series of ghosts on Christmas Eve, who show him the bitterness of his ways, and the fate that will befall him should he not find redemption…
See link in 'Read More' for full details.
Poll: What's Your Gift Ideas?
Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!
Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.
For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the … View moreNot sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!
Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.
For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the goodies from your favourite brands.
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9% Tech Marvels
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32.2% Gourmet Delights
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9.8% Outdoor Adventure Gear
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15.7% Beauty & Fashion
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33.3% DIY and Handmade Wonders
Addictive Eaters Anonymous
Monthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month. … View moreMonthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.
The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month. For December it will be Sunday 17th at 9.00am
ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.
Based on collections featured in the book Tiny Statements: A Social History of Aotearoa New Zealand in Badges, a poster of a century’s worth of badge designs. 420mm x 594mm
These beautiful posters produced by Te Papa, normally $20 selling for $10.
Severe Thunderstorm warning
Metservice has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for people in the following local areas:
Marlborough, Christchurch and Canterbury Plains
Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri
Darfield, Glentunnel, Hororata, Oxford, Sheffield, Kirwee and Charing Cross.
Cust, Eyrewell Forest and West Eyreton
… View moreMetservice has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for people in the following local areas:
Marlborough, Christchurch and Canterbury Plains
Hurunui, Selwyn and Waimakariri
Darfield, Glentunnel, Hororata, Oxford, Sheffield, Kirwee and Charing Cross.
Cust, Eyrewell Forest and West Eyreton
Oxford, Rangiora, Ashley Forest, Lees Valley
These thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain, large hail and damaging wind gusts.
What you need to know:
- Very heavy rain can cause surface and/or flash flooding about streams, gullies and urban areas, and make driving conditions extremely hazardous.
- Large hail can cause significant damage to crops, orchards, vines, glasshouses and vehicles, and make driving conditions hazardous.
- Very strong wind gusts can break branches from trees, damage roofing, and make driving hazardous especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.
The National Emergency Management Agency advises that as storms approach you should:
- Take shelter, preferably indoors away from windows;
- Avoid sheltering under trees, if outside;
- Get back to land, if outdoors on the water;
- Move cars under cover or away from trees;
- Secure any loose objects around your property;
- Check that drains and gutters are clear;
- Be ready to slow down or stop, if driving.
During and after the storm, you should also:
- Beware of fallen trees and power lines;
- Avoid streams and drains as you may be swept away in flash flooding.
Keep up to date with active MetService warnings here.
Found cat in Phillipstown.
This wee girl has been hanging around the Phillipstown area for a few days.
She has been to the vet and has no microchip and appears to be in good condition.
She has been a pet and is friendly, though quite skittish.
She is extremely hungry, maybe due to medial reasons, early pregnancy or due to… View moreThis wee girl has been hanging around the Phillipstown area for a few days.
She has been to the vet and has no microchip and appears to be in good condition.
She has been a pet and is friendly, though quite skittish.
She is extremely hungry, maybe due to medial reasons, early pregnancy or due to being a stray.
She now has a paper collar, so if yours please make contact and we will try to ensure she returns home.
Locking up and leaving for adventure
If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.
Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A … View moreIf you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.
Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A highlight in her rowing career was in 2017 when Judy, along with her rowing partner Alison, competed in The World Masters Games, winning a silver medal in the 1000m Women’s Pairs.
She currently holds the title of top women's single sculler in the 70-75 year age group in New Zealand and is second in the North Island for the 65-75 year age group.
Adventure is in Judy’s DNA. She’s always up for hitting the open road and exploring the fantastic wilderness that Aotearoa has to offer. When she’s not rowing, Judy loves to hike. And she’s no stranger to several hard South Island trails.
Having a lifestyle this active and busy means that Judy doesn’t want to be worrying about her home while she is away. She chose Ryman’s Murray Halberg Village because it suits all her needs, right down to the location near the water as well as all the safety and security benefits.
“It’s a lock up and leave it situation,” she says.
Click to read the full story.
Christ Cottage open home..
Back by popular demand!
100 year old Beckenham cottage fully decorated for Christmas!
Open today Sunday 10th Dec 12-3pm.
$5.00 Adults, children free.
All proceeds to Good night Sleep tight. Charitable Trust.
49 Malcolm Ave. Beckenham.
Addictive Eaters Anonymous
I was never thin enough
Growing up in my family, we all fought over food, but when I think back now, I don’t remember any of them eating stale baking. I loved stale baking because I knew I’d get to eat it all – no one else wanted it. Back then quantity was everything, I wanted more, more, … View moreI was never thin enough
Growing up in my family, we all fought over food, but when I think back now, I don’t remember any of them eating stale baking. I loved stale baking because I knew I’d get to eat it all – no one else wanted it. Back then quantity was everything, I wanted more, more, more.
Alongside this preoccupation with food was a preoccupation with myself. I was a shy, scared, secretive child. I may not have been saying much, but I had a lot of thinking.
Coming into the teenage years I became very conscious of my body. I was fussy about my looks, the clothes I wore and what people thought of me. I had an insatiable need to be liked.
Body found - Avon River
Cordons are in place near the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Police are at the scene.
What you need to know:
- A body has been found in central Christchurch.
- The body was located next to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens in the Avon River on Friday morning.
- Cordons are being established.… View moreCordons are in place near the Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Police are at the scene.
What you need to know:
- A body has been found in central Christchurch.
- The body was located next to the Christchurch Botanic Gardens in the Avon River on Friday morning.
- Cordons are being established.
Follow updates on Stuff.
Does Christchurch have enough public toilets, and is it easy enough to get around?
Hi neighbours, despite billions of dollars being spent and years of rebuilding since the earthquakes, some experts say the structure of the city could still better serve people’s wellbeing.
Public health doctor Anna Stevenson believes one of the main problems is accessibility.
“If you … View moreHi neighbours, despite billions of dollars being spent and years of rebuilding since the earthquakes, some experts say the structure of the city could still better serve people’s wellbeing.
Public health doctor Anna Stevenson believes one of the main problems is accessibility.
“If you want to get from one part of the city to the other part, if you’re a fully able-bodied person with courage and the wind behind you, you can usually manage," she says. "But if you have a pushchair and have small children or a wheelchair … you would actually find it very difficult to navigate the city safely.”
Public toilets and water fountains are scarce too, she claims.
Do you agree? Read the full story by reporter Maddy Croad here (subscription required) and share your thoughts in the comments below.
Feature wall dos and don’ts
Switch it up your place with fresh new looks that are high on impact and low on cost with Resene paints.
New Brighton Seaside Christmas Parade - Saturday, 9 December
Meet Santa on the Beach and watch a fun community parade. Shop around the Seaside Market for your Christmas gifts while some great entertainment happens and Santa meets the kids.
They will have a huge array of arts, crafts, gift-ware and delicious food, a bouncy castle for the littlies and free … View moreMeet Santa on the Beach and watch a fun community parade. Shop around the Seaside Market for your Christmas gifts while some great entertainment happens and Santa meets the kids.
They will have a huge array of arts, crafts, gift-ware and delicious food, a bouncy castle for the littlies and free face painting
-10am - Market opens
-10.15am - Meet Santa as he arrives on New Brighton Beach
-10.30am - Parade begins, corner of Marine Parade and Hawke Street
-11.30 approx - Market entertainment Begins after the Parade
-11:30 - 1:30 - Meet Santa in his grotto
-2pm - Market closes
See 'Read More' for a link to their Facebook page
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