527 days ago

NEW MEMBERS NIGHT

Sally from Halswell

Canterbury Singers have a New Members night on Tuesday 16th July.
We're especially looking for LOW VOICES! Women with low voices to sing Alto or Men's tenor, and Men to sing Tenor Baritone or Bass!
So, if you are tired of straining to sing high melody parts or even Alto is too high for you, come and join us! We're a choir with a proud tradition of over 50 years entertaining audiences, but now after Covid and a number of retirements, we're looking for vibrant people to swell the ranks and magnify our sound!
So..... if you love to sing, can sing in tune, and hold a part, we want your voice! Come and join us as we start our new repertoire for our December Concert.
If you haven't sung in a choir for years, want a change from singing Acapella or other forms of music, come and be part of the joyful sould of a full choir accompanied by our talented pianist - Jean, and directed by our talented young Conductor Henry Nicholson,
Date: 16th July Arrive 7:15pm
Place: Chapel St Centre, Corner of Chapel St and Harewood Road Papanui

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3 days ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 72.5% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.5% Complete
  • 16.4% Hmm, maybe?
    16.4% Complete
  • 11.1% Yes!
    11.1% Complete
615 votes
4 hours ago

Secure your homes over summer

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are reminding people to keep their homes secure during the summer months.

Inspector Glenda Barnaby, Christchurch Area Prevention manager, says daytime burglaries are just as common as nightime burglaries.
“Burglaries can be committed at any time of the day, and coming into warmer months there is more opportunity for thieves."
"Although a majority of burglaries involve forced entry through windows and doors, we are starting to see more incidents at insecure premises. Police deal with cases where burglaries are committed in broad daylight, sometimes even while the victim is at home. Good weather means open doors and windows, which makes homes more vulnerable to burglars.”

Inspector Barnaby says there’s a few things people can do to reduce their changes of a burglary being committed.
⚠️ If you’re going outside for gardening, relaxing in the sun, or working in the garage, take a moment to lock your doors and secure your windows first.
⚠️ Do the same at night when you go to bed - keep your doors and windows secure and close your curtains. Fitting window stays means you can get a breeze coming through, while keeping your windows secure.
⚠️ Get to know your neighbours - let them know if you’re going away and look out for one another.”

If you see any suspicious activity, people or vehicles in your neighbourhood, don't hesitate to contact Police.
If you witness or suspect any illegal activity, please call 111 if it is happening now, or make a report through 105 either online or over the phone, if it is after the fact.

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6 days ago

Poll: Pedestrian access is being extended to the Ōtakaro Avon River - good idea?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Pedestrian access from one of Christchurch’s favourite streets is being extended all the way to the Ōtakaro Avon River. This new 12m-wide pathway will give you a direct, easy route from the street to the river promenade ... perfect for a stroll, a coffee run, or just soaking up the riverside vibes.

We want to know: In your view, what makes a city people-friendly?
What else should our urban areas be doing to support better community connections?

Curious about the full plans? You can check them out here.

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Pedestrian access is being extended to the Ōtakaro Avon River - good idea?
  • 90.5% Yes
    90.5% Complete
  • 9.5% No
    9.5% Complete
84 votes