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Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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2702 days ago

NZ MADE/NĀ NIU TĪRENI: Ngāi Tahu settlement

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Ngāi Tahu is an iwi whose rohe (area) extends … View more
The confronting truth of what happened in our recent past is something New Zealanders have to reckon with. When the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, Māori owned more than 66 million acres of land. By 1975, almost 97 per cent had been sold or taken.

Ngāi Tahu is an iwi whose rohe (area) extends over most of the South Island. In the 1840s, the Crown made a number of large purchases of Ngāi Tahu land. But in the end, the Crown deceived Ngāi Tahu - leaving them landless and impoverished...

Find out more about what happened to Ngāi Tahu, where you live, and how much the land was settled for - it may surprise.

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2703 days ago

Free Digital-Media Course right here in Christchurch!

Vision College

Is School Not Working For Your Teen?

This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.

You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own … View more
Is School Not Working For Your Teen?

This FREE 20 week level 2 Certificate in Arts and Design course will set a great foundation for an exciting start to your future in design.

You will learn a wide range of media techniques such as video, drawing, animation and photography. Create your own design concepts and collaborate with other students on creative projects – PLUS gain credits towards NCEA level 2 &/or 3 Enrol NOW Course Starts Next Week!

Successful Graduates from this programme could pathway onto further study in Certificates, Diploma or Degrees in Media Arts.
Enrol here!

2703 days ago

Notice of Annual General Meeting

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Monday 27th August 2018
10 am, Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
13 Bishopdale Court
Farrington Avenue, Christchurch 8053
All members of the general public welcome

2703 days ago

Review: Supreme Supreme

The Team from Stuff Dining Reviews

If you're looking for a killer breakfast in the CBD, this cool cafe does the basics - and does them well. And the coffee is pretty hard to beat, too. Our very own Kate Robertson gave it 4 stars. Have you checked it out?

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2703 days ago

We see Red and Black as Crusaders fever soars

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Go the BNZ Crusaders! Have you got your ticket to Saturday's game yet?
Head to Newsline for more info on the game: bit.ly...

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2710 days ago

Addington Bookshop, Lincoln Road.

Alan from Somerfield

Does anyone know what happened to Addington Books in Lincoln Road?

2704 days ago

Poll: Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Students are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles … View moreStudents are no longer able to hold or shoot army guns at school under new government guidelines. The move comes after much public debate on the appropriateness of firearms being brought into schools, including when soldiers taught children as young as nine how to assemble and shoot assault rifles at a leadership exercise in Palmerston North last year. However students can still use firearms as part of shooting clubs and competitions. Click here to read the full article and guidelines.

So what do you think of the new rules? Are you for or against them?

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Do you agree with the new firearm rules in schools?
  • 40.7% Yes, the guidelines are great
    40.7% Complete
  • 50.2% No, this is PC gone mad
    50.2% Complete
  • 9% I'm on the fence on this one
    9% Complete
2776 votes
2704 days ago

Pull up a chair and chat with a Councillor

The Team from Christchurch City Council

From next week, Councillors will meet residents on Monday mornings at Westfield Riccarton. Go say hello!
For more information, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2704 days ago

Chlorination stops at two more pump stations

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Remedial work on five pump stations across the city continues in the efforts to stop temporary chlorination.
Find out more on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2705 days ago

*WIN* tickets to the Super Rugby Final this weekend!

Crusaders

It's Crusaders v Lions on Saturday 4th August at AMI Stadium to see who will be crowned Super Rugby Champions for 2018. We have 5 gold class double passes to give away to our Neighbourly fans so you can watch the Crusaders go back to back! LIKE or THANK this post and you could be a lucky … View moreIt's Crusaders v Lions on Saturday 4th August at AMI Stadium to see who will be crowned Super Rugby Champions for 2018. We have 5 gold class double passes to give away to our Neighbourly fans so you can watch the Crusaders go back to back! LIKE or THANK this post and you could be a lucky winner!

Competition closes midnight Wednesday 1st August 2018. Winners will be drawn Thursday 2nd August. If you'd like to win, 'Like' to win! See T&Cs.

#wewill #crusadeon
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2707 days ago

Lawn Mowning

Deepak from Cashmere

Hi, Asking on behalf can someone do lawn mowing and fix the lawn at our house backyard at a cheaper rate, please. Property is in halswell.

2705 days ago

Get your community idea off the ground

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Have you got an idea for a community project and need a hand? Local community boards have various funds for events or projects which benefit the area.
For more info, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2733 days ago

Cleaner available woolston area. Dog walking and gardening as well

Aimee from Woolston

Hi my name is Aimee I've just moved to woolston and am looking to earn some extra money. I've done house and commercial Cleaning before. I'm also available for dog walking and gardening feel free to message me thanks guys

2705 days ago

Adventure Park steps up reforestation effort

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Ten million trees will be planted in the fire-damaged Christchurch Adventure Park to meet Te Tepauawae O Rakau Trust's replanting goals.
Check out Monday's planting day with Cashmere Primary School students and locals on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2706 days ago

Info requested for old portrait on glass

Trudy from Huntsbury

Looking for someone who could provide info on a very old portrait painted on glass and decipher the wording on the back as shown in photo.

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