Linwood, Christchurch

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1808 days ago

Hagley Oval lights lease approved

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A lease for the proposed Hagley Oval lights will be granted by the Christchurch City Council.

The Canterbury Cricket Trust has been campaigning for the lights for years. It was previously allowed four retractable light towers but did not build them, and has since asked to build six towers … View more
A lease for the proposed Hagley Oval lights will be granted by the Christchurch City Council.

The Canterbury Cricket Trust has been campaigning for the lights for years. It was previously allowed four retractable light towers but did not build them, and has since asked to build six towers nearly 50 metres high instead.

Associate Greater Christchurch Regeneration Minister Poto Williams now has to sign off district plan changes using earthquake recovery laws. Williams has until February 4 to make her decision.

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1806 days ago

Report anything or find advice online...

New Zealand Police

...and get back to summer.

This summer you can report anything or find advice online and it’s quick and easy to do.

Simply go to 105.police.govt.nz and get back to the barbeque.
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1806 days ago

BARNABUS BOOK SHOP ,NEW BRIGHTON.

Susanne from St Chad's and St Ambrose Anglican Church of Linwood and Aranui.

We will be shut on the public holidays but open as usual other days,also staying open on Mondays until the end of January,it has been great to have the shop open for past month on Mondays.
We wish all our customers from far and wide a very Happy Christmas and New Year may peace and joy be with you … View more
We will be shut on the public holidays but open as usual other days,also staying open on Mondays until the end of January,it has been great to have the shop open for past month on Mondays.
We wish all our customers from far and wide a very Happy Christmas and New Year may peace and joy be with you all over the holiday season.

1806 days ago

St CHADS. BUCKLEYS RD .CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE 7 pm.

Susanne from St Chad's and St Ambrose Anglican Church of Linwood and Aranui.

We would like to invite our neighbours to join us and bring your children along as well as we celebrate the birth of Jesus together in song,readings and prayer. Come and help us celebrate,we have changed from midnight so that it is not a late Christmas Eve and still lots of time to welcome the … View moreWe would like to invite our neighbours to join us and bring your children along as well as we celebrate the birth of Jesus together in song,readings and prayer. Come and help us celebrate,we have changed from midnight so that it is not a late Christmas Eve and still lots of time to welcome the start of celebrations when you get home.

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1809 days ago

Panelbeater recommendation please

Susan from Woolston

Asking on behalf - Could anybody please recommend a good and reasonably priced panelbeater in the Woolston, Linwood, Fitzgerald Ave, or city area please?

1807 days ago

Rescue: The perfect gift for animal-lovers

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Willowbank’s founder Michael Willis has travelled New Zealand, and the world, in his quest to save often-forgotten animals from extinction.

In Rescue, he recounts his sometimes perilous and always riveting experiences with warmth, passion and infectiously laconic humour.

Rescue will make … View more
Willowbank’s founder Michael Willis has travelled New Zealand, and the world, in his quest to save often-forgotten animals from extinction.

In Rescue, he recounts his sometimes perilous and always riveting experiences with warmth, passion and infectiously laconic humour.

Rescue will make you laugh and gasp, and think. For, as he reminds us, in an uncertain world, the saving of these animals could be the saving of us all.
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1807 days ago

St Albans Community Day - St Albans Park

Mark Hudson from Community Focus Trust

St Albans Community Day - Come along and enjoy this community free event, which is happening on Saturday 15th February 10:30 am until 2:30 pm, St Albans Park, Forfar St & Edward Ave St Albans.

We will have loads of fun activities for all ages, along with market stalls.

Bouncy Castle, … View more
St Albans Community Day - Come along and enjoy this community free event, which is happening on Saturday 15th February 10:30 am until 2:30 pm, St Albans Park, Forfar St & Edward Ave St Albans.

We will have loads of fun activities for all ages, along with market stalls.

Bouncy Castle, Petting Zoo, Face Painting, BBQ, Market Stalls & Food Stalls, Giant Games, Balloon Animals, Pony Rides, Music, Elgregoe Show.

Contact Mark on 027 9157789 for more info

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1807 days ago

Still looking for a last-minute Christmas gift?

NZ House & Garden Tours

Treat yourself or a loved one to a fabulous day out this summer at the NZ House & Garden House Tours - the perfect stocking filler that’ll be sure to make you the favourite around the Christmas tree. And what’s more, tickets are affordable at just $85, with proceeds from ticket sales going… View moreTreat yourself or a loved one to a fabulous day out this summer at the NZ House & Garden House Tours - the perfect stocking filler that’ll be sure to make you the favourite around the Christmas tree. And what’s more, tickets are affordable at just $85, with proceeds from ticket sales going to the Breast Cancer Foundation.

Indulge and spoil yourself, mum, sister or nana and step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s much-loved magazines. Limited tickets are available to all locations. So get your planning party together, choose your favourite location and make a weekend of it.

For more information, please visit our website.

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1807 days ago

Be in to win with The Editors’ Escape!

The Editors' Escape

If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this … View more
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.

Be in to win with The Editors' Escape! Our friends at NZ House & Garden are giving away tickets to their popular House Tours this season. Tell us your favourite New Zealand destination where you'd like to escape with us via this link and be in to win one of five double passes to a House Tour of your choice.

Visit www.editorsescape.co.nz... for more information and to secure your spot today.

Competition closes on 15th January 2020.

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1807 days ago

Meri Kirihimete + Happy New Year Neighbourhood Supporters! 💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Thank you for all of your mahi and support over the past year - we couldn't have done it without you.

Please note our National Office will be closed from today (Friday 20 December) at 11am with the first of staff set to return Monday 13 January at 9am.

Wishing you all a safe and joyous … View more
Thank you for all of your mahi and support over the past year - we couldn't have done it without you.

Please note our National Office will be closed from today (Friday 20 December) at 11am with the first of staff set to return Monday 13 January at 9am.

Wishing you all a safe and joyous holiday season ahead! Looking forward to creating even more safe, resilient and connected communities with all of you in 2020.

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1808 days ago

Cloudy Bay Sparkling & Festive Reds

Laithwaites Wine

For just $10.99 a bottle, enjoy ten BIG reds from around Australia & Italy + 2 bottles of iconic New Zealand Sparkling!

This special Christmas offer is just $131.88 – plus delivery included!

Order now to get your wines in time for Christmas!
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1808 days ago

Become an early childhood teacher

Ministry Of Education

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for children and young people, with lessons that can seem small, but are significant in terms of their impact.

These are lessons about important life skills such as confidence, identity, respect and persistence.

Become a teacherView more
Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for children and young people, with lessons that can seem small, but are significant in terms of their impact.

These are lessons about important life skills such as confidence, identity, respect and persistence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our children and young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
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1808 days ago

What a great start to the season!

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Wow! Your generosity is making sure we can get a lot of areas on our target list baited for wasps this summer. We've still a wee way to go, but every dollar sure does help. We'll keep you updated through the season, but this is a great start. Thank you! Click on the link if you wish to … View moreWow! Your generosity is making sure we can get a lot of areas on our target list baited for wasps this summer. We've still a wee way to go, but every dollar sure does help. We'll keep you updated through the season, but this is a great start. Thank you! Click on the link if you wish to donate :) givealittle.co.nz...

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1808 days ago

New research shows disparities in quality of kids' sleep

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Hi parents and families, we are looking to speak to parents of young children who are willing to talk about their kids' sleep quality, to accompany a story about new research on children's sleep patterns. If you are willing to be named and photographed, please contact us here, or email … View moreHi parents and families, we are looking to speak to parents of young children who are willing to talk about their kids' sleep quality, to accompany a story about new research on children's sleep patterns. If you are willing to be named and photographed, please contact us here, or email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

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