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Donations 'd'light' charity
Thanks to everyone who donated at the Botanic D'Lights events last week! $70,000 was raised for Christchurch's Nurse Maude Hospice.
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The problem of plastic.
We all know that plastic has become a huge problem world wide. The problem in our seas and waterways has to be addressed before it is too late. Perhaps a new industry could be started - fishing for plastic.
While any type of plastic is problematic if it is dumped in the environment, it is less so … View moreWe all know that plastic has become a huge problem world wide. The problem in our seas and waterways has to be addressed before it is too late. Perhaps a new industry could be started - fishing for plastic.
While any type of plastic is problematic if it is dumped in the environment, it is less so if it is either recycled or placed in licenced land fills.
Recently there has been a huge guilt pressure (by unthinking people) on supermarkets to do away with (single use plastic bags). Personally I believe they have picked the wrong target. So called single use plastic bags can be used over and over again and for a myriad of purposes and when they have fulfilled their purpose they can be responsibly disposed of. I take my plastic bags back week after week when I do my supermarket shopping and with care they last for ages.
I believe the problem that needs to be addressed are all the products that are prepacked and this doesn't only pertain to supermarkets - go to a hard ware shop ! THIS IS WHAT I WOULD DEEM AS BEING ONE USE PLASTIC and is what makes up the majority of plastic waste.
What do YOU think ?
Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!
Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.
PM joins women’s suffrage celebration
Christchurch, the birthplace of the suffrage movement in New Zealand, will host the 125th anniversary of women's suffrage celebrations here next month.
For more on the special event, head to Newsline: bit.ly...
Get one third of your school donation back. It's easy!
Have you paid a donation to a school in the last 5 years?
Did you know you can claim one third of this back? We've helped thousands of parents just like you get back their school donation rebate, easily, quickly and online. We can get lost receipts for you too!
To date … View moreHave you paid a donation to a school in the last 5 years?
Did you know you can claim one third of this back? We've helped thousands of parents just like you get back their school donation rebate, easily, quickly and online. We can get lost receipts for you too!
To date we've refunded over $700,000 to Kiwi parents and know that there are millions still to go.
Watch the video below to see how it works.
Here is what happy parents have had to say:
"Many thanks!! The refund is now in my account!! Thank you for making this process so easy and straightforward!!"
"Wow that's fantastic. You guys rock!! Excellent service, really wrapped with that. Thanks so much :-) will totally spread the word."
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions. We'd love to help you next.
Nature up close at Canterbury Museum
Erlend Haarberg snapped this pair of mountain hares scrapping over food one night in Norway. His arresting image is on display now at Canterbury Museum alongside almost 100 others as part of the exhibition ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’.
The photographs, which are on loan from … View moreErlend Haarberg snapped this pair of mountain hares scrapping over food one night in Norway. His arresting image is on display now at Canterbury Museum alongside almost 100 others as part of the exhibition ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’.
The photographs, which are on loan from London’s Natural History Museum, showcase the incredible diversity of the natural world and tell important conservation stories. ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ is free to visit, and it’s on until 18 November.
Want to Help?
We still have spaces for volunteers at our North Branch (Fendalton Library) for the training course starting in September. If you have some spare time and are:
• interested in people information and issues
• able to listen
• open minded
• keen to learn
• eager to help others
• … View moreWe still have spaces for volunteers at our North Branch (Fendalton Library) for the training course starting in September. If you have some spare time and are:
• interested in people information and issues
• able to listen
• open minded
• keen to learn
• eager to help others
• confident using a computer
• interested in researching to find things out
then you are a potential CAB Volunteer. If you would like further information, please call us on 0800 367 222 or email manager.cabchch@gmail.com
Car parking for good
Gap Filler is turning an unused site in the central city into a car park. Profits will be go towards community projects such as free cycle maintenance workshops. A great idea and so handy for the Margaret Mahy playground, Isaac Theatre Royal and New Regent St.
An open letter to Christchurch
In 2011 Enable began an enormous infrastructure project – to
deliver fibre broadband to more than 200,000 homes, businesses
and schools in Christchurch and towns in the Waimakariri and Selwyn districts.
We have been working hard to make world-class fibre broadband available to our community … View moreIn 2011 Enable began an enormous infrastructure project – to
deliver fibre broadband to more than 200,000 homes, businesses
and schools in Christchurch and towns in the Waimakariri and Selwyn districts.
We have been working hard to make world-class fibre broadband available to our community as quickly as possible. Driven to help our community connect to unlimited opportunity by unlocking the power and potential of the digital world. Whether it’s uniting a student in Somerfield with a school in Shanghai, a business in Lincoln with a client in Long Island, or simply bringing amazing on-demand content from around the world into our living rooms, with ease.
Today, over 80,000 homes and businesses are connected to Enable fibre broadband but there are still some who aren’t yet reaping the benefits because they haven’t made the switch.
Enable is community owned so it really is your fibre network. By connecting to Enable fibre broadband you not only enjoy the most ultra-fast and reliable broadband available, but you also directly positively impact your community.
What’s more, for a limited time it is free* to install in your home and monthly plans cost around the same if not less than your old copper broadband - there really is no better time to connect.
I urge you to take advantage of the world-leading technology that is right outside your home by embracing fibre broadband in your life.
Thank you
Steve Fuller
Enable CEO
*See enable.net.nz/free-install. Some internet service providers may charge a connection fee.
Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View moreHave you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!
Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.
The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.
Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.
So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.
Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Alan Hurst's poem about Woolston's Te Oranga Waikura
#WATCH: After a visit to Woolston's Te Oranga Waikura, Christchurch resident Alan Hurst sent us a lovely poem about the urban forest.
What's your favourite urban forest or city reserve? Let us know!
Watch the video here
Learn more about our parks, reserves and waterways, here: … View more#WATCH: After a visit to Woolston's Te Oranga Waikura, Christchurch resident Alan Hurst sent us a lovely poem about the urban forest.
What's your favourite urban forest or city reserve? Let us know!
Watch the video here
Learn more about our parks, reserves and waterways, here: bit.ly...
Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!
Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.
Timebands, Parental Locks and Classifications
Do you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?
The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on… View moreDo you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?
The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on free-to-air television and want to hear what you think.
We will be holding a public meeting in Christchurch where you can get more information and ask questions. It will be on Wednesday 22 August at Christchurch Community House from 10.30am-12.30pm, please register on our website if you plan to attend.
You can also find out what is being considered and give your feedback through our 5-10-minute online survey.
Email us at info@bsa.govt.nz or visit the website for more information.
Free info sessions in Christchurch!
Join Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Christchurch on Tuesday 21 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you … View moreJoin Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Christchurch on Tuesday 21 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you plan your next dream holiday.
Exclusive offers available only on the day. Strictly limited spaces – secure your seat now.
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