Mairehau, Christchurch

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557 days ago

Windback Wednesday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

An ancient craft: Mr E Parish and his assistant, Mr F Gill, make repairs to the thatching of a sod house being rebuilt at the Ferrymead Bridge in 1944.

Photo: Press Historic Collection

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559 days ago

Enjoy life on your terms

The Team from

Ryman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.

From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

With several Peace of Mind … View more
Ryman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.

From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

With several Peace of Mind Guarantees you can you feel confident and secure in your decision to move to a Ryman village.

Enjoy the everyday and have financial certainty with Ryman.
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563 days ago

Do you think dental care in New Zealand needs to be overhauled?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch Hospital’s dental service has been inundated with GP referrals and self-admissions for treatment, a situation the New Zealand Dental Association says is not sustainable.

The association has called on the Government to improve funding for community dental care to prevent services … View more
Christchurch Hospital’s dental service has been inundated with GP referrals and self-admissions for treatment, a situation the New Zealand Dental Association says is not sustainable.

The association has called on the Government to improve funding for community dental care to prevent services in hospitals from being clogged up.

It wants free dental care extended from age 18 to 25, an age group more financially disadvantaged than others. It also urged the Government to expand income thresholds for dental grants and enable Ministry of Social Development dental grants to be used for check-ups.

What do you think of the availability and cost of dental care in New Zealand? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

You can also read reporter Kristie Boland's full story on the issue here.

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560 days ago

How Ethan found his voice

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Ethan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.

The programme helped … View more
Ethan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.

The programme helped him explore different career paths and Ethan became one of the top graduates from his cohort. The Foundation took the opportunity to hire him and he now helps other young people involved in the programme on their career journeys.

Find out more about how the Graeme Dingle Foundation helps young people realise potential.
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564 days ago

Windback Wednesday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Police outside the North New Brighton Post Office after it was robbed on December 2, 1982.

We'll be sharing more old photos from Christchurch and Canterbury each Wednesday. Let us know if there's a particular place or memory you'd like to revisit.

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561 days ago

Happy Mother's Day Neighbours!

The Team from NZ Compare

To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!

We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with … View more
To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!

We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with smiles, appreciation and love. Happy Mother's Day.

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561 days ago

REPLICA BURIED ARMY SOLDIER(One pair)

Jude from Shirley

sell one PAIR Terracotta Soldiers Great for the Garden.
Good Condition. MUST BE SOLD! ONLY $10 EACH!

Price: $20

561 days ago

SELL MINIATURE WALL CABINET $30 o.n.o

Jude from Shirley

Lovely Two Door Magnetised Cabinet to hold all your valuable Miniatures
Good Condition with Fixed Shelving. Must be Sold.

Price: $30

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561 days ago

GARAGE SALE

Bruce from Papanui

8am start time - Garage Sale Saturday 13th May at St Ives Street, off Gardiners Road, Bishopdale. It will be well sign-posted. Combined households, lots of bargains.

562 days ago

Victim Support needs you!

Victim Support

Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing … View more
Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime and trauma. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our locally based staff.

Check out our website or call 0800 volunteer (0800 86 58 68) for more information.
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562 days ago

Papanui High School Term 2 Nightclasses

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

We have limited places available in the following courses for this term. Get your enrolments in quick to avoid disappointment
MONDAY STARTING 15 MAY
General English for Speakers of Other Languages

Photography Beginners for DSLR Cameras
TUESDAY STARTING 16 MAY
Creative Writing
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We have limited places available in the following courses for this term. Get your enrolments in quick to avoid disappointment
MONDAY STARTING 15 MAY
General English for Speakers of Other Languages

Photography Beginners for DSLR Cameras
TUESDAY STARTING 16 MAY
Creative Writing
Photography Beyond Beginners for DSLR Cameras
Ukulele for Beginners
Ukulele Intermediate
WEDNESDAY STARTING 24 MAY
Barista Intro Course
Paverpol Sculpture
Spanish Cooking
THURSDAY STARTING 18 MAY
Dressmaking
Tai Chi
Thai Cooking
WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
Resin Jewellery Making 20 May
Millinery Make a Fedora Hat 27 May
Cheesemaking 10 June
Reiki Intro Course 10 & 11 June
Roman Blind Makin g 10 & 11 June
Special Effects Makeup 10 & 17 June
Upholstery 17 & 18 June
Soap Making 17 June
Candle Making 25 June
For further information and enrolment in any of these courses please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email ace@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701.

562 days ago

Weekend Zumba Classes

Zumba 4 U Christchurch

Zumba classes are happening at Marshland School (11 Te Korari St) every weekend!
Saturdays, 9.00am
Sundays, 6.00pm
New participants are welcome any time, no need to book in advance, you can just show up! It costs only a gold coin for your first class!

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562 days ago

Branching out!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Bring a bit of nature inside with a simple tree mural in Resene colours.

Find out how to add colour to you child's room with this handy advice.

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563 days ago

Unpleasant surprise in your bill?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free … View more
Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact us online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
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566 days ago

Poll: Would you like NZ to become a republic?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be … View more
The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Would you like NZ to become a republic?
  • 26.7% Yes, we should be an independent country
    26.7% Complete
  • 67.9% No, I want NZ to stick with the monarchy
    67.9% Complete
  • 5.3% I'm not sure
    5.3% Complete
6436 votes
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