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1029 days ago

World Read Aloud Day

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

World Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with … View more
World Read Aloud Day is about celebrating the power of reading aloud. It encourages children and adults to grab a book, find an audience, and read aloud!
The best way to celebrate World Read Aloud Day is to read a book to someone. Whether it's one person or 100 people, sharing a story with your own voice is what the day is all about.

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1030 days ago

Welcome to the year of the Tiger!

The Team from NZ Compare

The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. … View more
The Tiger represents bravery and strength, so this Lunar New Year, we’d like to offer you the chance to WIN 1 of 3 $50 Prezzy Cards, to spend at your local café, takeaway or restaurant!

Our locals have been doing it tough but remaining resilient, brave and strong through the last year. Let's go show them some love Neighbours!

Click 'read more' below to head over to the NZ Compare Facebook page and leave a comment on our Lunar Post telling us what awesome local you'd support if you won.

We hope this Chinese New Year will be filled with happiness, prosperity, and many precious moments with your loved ones.

Entries close midnight 8th February 2022.

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1034 days ago

NZTA's $90m Brougham St will be detrimental to nearby suburbs, council says

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A $90 million upgrade of a busy Christchurch road could have a detrimental impact on the city’s oldest residential neighbourhoods, the city council warns.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) is proposing several changes to Brougham St, including a pedestrian overbridge, building a third lane … View more
A $90 million upgrade of a busy Christchurch road could have a detrimental impact on the city’s oldest residential neighbourhoods, the city council warns.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) is proposing several changes to Brougham St, including a pedestrian overbridge, building a third lane in place of car parks, and a shared cycle-pedestrian path.

The agency wants to have “T2 lanes” during peak hours – for buses, cars with at least one passenger, or motorcycles – but the Christchurch City Council wants them to extend beyond Brougham St all the way to Rolleston. Outside of peak times they would be available for parking.

In a submission to NZTA about the project, the city council said the proposals did not adequately consider the impacts on adjoining suburbs.

Brougham St bisects some of the oldest residential suburbs in the city including Sydenham, Spreydon, Waltham and Addington.

The council was concerned the proposals would increase the noise, vibrations and emissions for residents because the traffic would be closer to homes.

Part of the project’s success relied on the council making changes to surrounding roads, and the council called on NZTA to pay for those changes.

It did not want to see ratepayers burdened financially as a result of the project, and wanted to avoid a repeat of NZTA’s northern corridor project, for which the council had to spend millions of dollars adapting local roads.

Brougham St is classed as a state highway so is the responsibility of NZTA, but the roads leading into it are under the council’s control.

An average of 45,000 vehicles, including 4500 freight vehicles and trucks, use the road each day. It is a crucial link for vehicles carrying freight to and from Lyttelton Port.

Under the proposal, intersections will be upgraded, with more traffic signals, turn arrows and bus priority lights.

The pedestrian overbridge will connect Collins St and Simeon St, which under the plan would both become vehicle cul-de-sacs.

A shared cycle-pedestrian path would be separated from the westbound lane with new trees, between Simeon St and Opawa Rd.

The council said the shared path might not be wide enough for pedestrians and cyclists to safely travel together, and wanted to see it made wider.

It was also concerned the proposals did not provide for commuter cyclists, who were unlikely to use the shared path. The council wanted an assurance there would be provision for on-road cycle lanes at least 1.8 metres wide.

However, councillor Phil Mauger said at a council meeting on Thursday commuter cyclists should be encouraged to “rat run” (take shortcuts on side roads) down another road because there was not enough room for them on Brougham St.

Cr Melanie Coker was concerned there was no provision for a right hand turn into Selwyn St, but the council believed this would lead to vehicles rat-running.

She said the community had fought for a number of years to get the turn put in and to remove it was a “slap in the face for communities”.

She wanted NZTA to put the physical work on hold so it could address all the council’s submission points.

The council also criticised NZTA for holding consultation over the summer holiday period.

Public feedback on NZTA’s proposal closes on Friday (January 28).

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1032 days ago

THE ANTI-VACCERS AND THEIR CHILDREN

Robert from Bryndwr

I have a concern that the Anti-vaccers and their naive idealism will prevent their children from getting Covid vaccine protection. The rights of the child, with their unprotected plight, because of their powerlessness, might well seem to supersede the comparative rights of the parent. The child has… View moreI have a concern that the Anti-vaccers and their naive idealism will prevent their children from getting Covid vaccine protection. The rights of the child, with their unprotected plight, because of their powerlessness, might well seem to supersede the comparative rights of the parent. The child has the otherwise unfettered potential to achieve a full, adult and happy life eventually able to make their own choices.

Since the child has no possibility of choosing, vaccine or no vaccine, who can intervene on the part of the child to protect them against the parent's dominant role?
Should the Government discuss a possible statutory right of the child for protection to make the child a temporary Ward of the Court (The Courts take over custody of the child in divesting parents of that role) in those Covid locations and situations.? Refer to the international United Nations Rights of the Child Convention: ( www.unhcr.org... › uk › 4d9474b49.pdf )

Those Ward of the Court powers already exist in New Zealand and are sometimes used for child protection. In those areas, where there is an established risk, if only to get the child vaccinated, should that protection and vaccination imperative be immediately established at law for the child's protection?

 Previous uses of the Ward of the Court protection for the child have been used in NZ, Australia and elsewhere. For example, parents have refused to allow their child to receive blood transfusions and life-saving necessary medical interventions. Their medical intervention prevention was based only upon the religious convictions and faith of the parent.
 An interesting discussion could ensue...
Regards,

1032 days ago

OBSESSED WITH FOOD

Oa from Overeaters Anonymous

Do thoughts of food run your life and dictate your actions? Do you eat for comfort?
We are here to help.
Why not contact us on 03 365 3812
or visit us at oasouthisland.nz for further information.

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1033 days ago

Burnside High School uniform

Nikki from Bryndwr

Burnside High uniform.

Was my son’s year 9 and 10.

Jacket - XS. Has a new front zip, in very good used condition. Son ripped hood out from inside zipped collar.

Shorts- 3 pairs, size 80. Very good condition. All have no marks or tears and have a belt.

Shirts- 4 x size 33. Worn for one … View more
Burnside High uniform.

Was my son’s year 9 and 10.

Jacket - XS. Has a new front zip, in very good used condition. Son ripped hood out from inside zipped collar.

Shorts- 3 pairs, size 80. Very good condition. All have no marks or tears and have a belt.

Shirts- 4 x size 33. Worn for one term. Don’t ask, it’s a touchy subject. My loss, your gain. In excellent condition. I have other sizes in other listings.

Listed elsewhere.

All washed but need an iron.

Price: $100

1034 days ago

Dear Neighbourly

Matthew from

Saturday's Crazy deals while stock last.
2a Leacroft st Bishopdale

Tomatoes $3.88 kg
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Broccoli 2 For $3
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Saturday's Crazy deals while stock last.
2a Leacroft st Bishopdale

Tomatoes $3.88 kg
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Broccoli 2 For $3
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Central Otago Apricot $4.88 kg
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Nz Green kiwi $3.99 kg
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More Watermelons arriving tomorrow🍉🍉🍉🍉🍉. Lot more fresh produce in store so pop on in and see the friendly team at Leacroft St where fresh produce tastes best. 😋😋

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1034 days ago

Garden bed frame

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Perch this frame over a garden bed, and drape it with shade cloth, frost cloth or mesh, depending on the season. Paint to suit with Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1035 days ago

Calling all small businesses!

Neighbourly

Want to grow your business this year? Well now you can!
For a limited time only we're offering you the chance to grab a Neighbourly Premium Business Listing for HALF PRICE!

Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your community, connecting you with thousands of … View more
Want to grow your business this year? Well now you can!
For a limited time only we're offering you the chance to grab a Neighbourly Premium Business Listing for HALF PRICE!

Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your community, connecting you with thousands of locals.. Instantly!
Find friendly neighbours who need your services, showcase what makes you stand out from the rest and connect with people who want to ‘shop local’.

So what are you waiting for? Set your business up for a successful year ahead with Neighbourly Premium.

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1036 days ago

LAWNMOWERS WANTED.

Shaun from Burnside

Hello everybody have you got an old petrol mower in the shed gathering dust going or not safe yourself the hassle of taking it to the tip would love to pick up. Please message me if you can help :).

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1035 days ago

Italian Language Classes

Jan Tedesco from Società Dante Alighieri di Christchurch

A new Absolute Beginners Course has been added - Wednesday evenings at 5.30pm-7pm - also places left in Friday morning Absolute Beginners 9.30am-11am. Go to www.dantechch.com... for more information.

1035 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than … View moreOnce again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than $2200. Just tell us in writing why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos. Email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close Feb 27, 2022.

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1035 days ago

Essay Writing

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

We brainstorm ideas, develop a structured plan, write a draft then edit and create a good copy. Children who struggle with writing love our structured approach and are immensely proud of their final products.

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1043 days ago

‘It’s not a shed’, say landlords after one-bedroom property provokes ire online

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

It’s been branded a “glammed-up garden shed”, but a $420 per week one-bedroom Christchurch property will be snapped up by the end of the week, say the owners.

The newly-built 42-square-metre home in Nayland St, Sumner, is close to the shops and two blocks from the beach.

But some locals … View more
It’s been branded a “glammed-up garden shed”, but a $420 per week one-bedroom Christchurch property will be snapped up by the end of the week, say the owners.

The newly-built 42-square-metre home in Nayland St, Sumner, is close to the shops and two blocks from the beach.

But some locals questioned the weekly rental cost after the Trade Me listing was shared on the suburb's community Facebook page. Continue reading here.

1036 days ago

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Inline Property Management

We have now moved into Red of the NZ Governments Traffic Light guidelines.
Whether you're visiting our office or attending a viewing, please make sure you follow the correct protocols for the safety of our staff, landlords, tenants and yourselves.

For more information please go to: … View more
We have now moved into Red of the NZ Governments Traffic Light guidelines.
Whether you're visiting our office or attending a viewing, please make sure you follow the correct protocols for the safety of our staff, landlords, tenants and yourselves.

For more information please go to: inlinerentals.co.nz...

If you have any concerns or questions, please contact us on 0800 YELLOW

Keep safe everyone 👍

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