Merivale, Christchurch

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

655 days ago

Manchester Street Christchurch

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

The Material Table is Back!!! Get in quick for the best selection and this time we have some awesome large rolls kindly donated by local businesses.

Wow the Sun Catchers have been a hit!! We now have 2 designs to choose from. One with the copper Links $20 and one without $15

YES we will … View more
The Material Table is Back!!! Get in quick for the best selection and this time we have some awesome large rolls kindly donated by local businesses.

Wow the Sun Catchers have been a hit!! We now have 2 designs to choose from. One with the copper Links $20 and one without $15

YES we will send to you if out of town $5 within No. Just email shop.manchesterst@redcross.com or phone our store 03 3652 051 and we can take payments on line.

There is wonderful art work out and still more coming, as you can see in the photo we are also in need of more furniture so please if you have any surplus give us a call or your local Red Cross Store.

Hope you all having a great week, remember if its cheering up you need get into the op shops and shop shop shop (recycle recycle recycle).

655 days ago

Chair makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Jazz up a tired set of wicker chairs with eye-popping colours and Resene FX Metallic paint.

Find out how to add a little shimmer of your own with these easy instructions.

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656 days ago

Whareora Opportunity Shop

Jane Hill from Whareora Community House - Barrington

Do you like Patchwork Quilts? The Whareora Opportunity Shop has been gifted these two beautiful quilts. Be in the Raffle to win - tickets only $1 each. We also have some great jeans and baby clothes on sale - $2 each. The Shop is open Monday to Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm. Look for the Blue … View moreDo you like Patchwork Quilts? The Whareora Opportunity Shop has been gifted these two beautiful quilts. Be in the Raffle to win - tickets only $1 each. We also have some great jeans and baby clothes on sale - $2 each. The Shop is open Monday to Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm. Look for the Blue House at 8 Athelstan Street, opposite Barrington Mall and close to the Medical Centre.

658 days ago

Poll: Are you happy with your local council?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?

If you don't wish for your replies to be … View more
With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?

If you don't wish for your replies to be used in the We Say You Say column, include NFP in your comment.

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Are you happy with your local council?
  • 7.6% Yes, we are really lucky with our local council
    7.6% Complete
  • 22.7% Yes, I'm fairly happy with my local council
    22.7% Complete
  • 59% No, I'm really unhappy with my local council
    59% Complete
  • 10.7% I'm indifferent
    10.7% Complete
2406 votes
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657 days ago

**WANTED** Cash Paid for Old Sports Programmes & Sporting Memorabilia

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. … View moreCan anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. Please message me or email hubby on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

657 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Our February issue of our Seniors Newsletter is out now. In this issue we're keeping you in the know how on copper withdrawal and how that may affect you, plus lots more.

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657 days ago

Large carpets - pure wool

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

Beautiful 100% pure NZ wool carpet mats
7.13m x 3.15m
100% pure NZ wool
Purchased new 3 years ago. In great condition
Can be used for 1 big space or resized for smaller rooms.
2 mats available.
Price: $500 each There were purchased for new for $1000 each

Too Large to display in the … View more
Beautiful 100% pure NZ wool carpet mats
7.13m x 3.15m
100% pure NZ wool
Purchased new 3 years ago. In great condition
Can be used for 1 big space or resized for smaller rooms.
2 mats available.
Price: $500 each There were purchased for new for $1000 each

Too Large to display in the shop so will try and sell on here

Any questions please call 03 3652 0561.

657 days ago

Subscribe & receive a free 250g box of Guylian chocolates.

Mags4gifts

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, subscribe to NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, or TV Guide online at Mags4Gifts and receive an iconic box of Guylian Belgian seashells.

Simply enter the promo code ‘VALENTINES’ at the checkout to redeem this great offer. Valid until 11:59pm 14 February … View more
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, subscribe to NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, or TV Guide online at Mags4Gifts and receive an iconic box of Guylian Belgian seashells.

Simply enter the promo code ‘VALENTINES’ at the checkout to redeem this great offer. Valid until 11:59pm 14 February 2023, white stocks last. For full terms and conditions click here.

The team at Mags4Gifts.
Find out more

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658 days ago

Proud to sponsor Show Jumping Canterbury

Simon from MTF Finance Northlands, Papanui - Local Lending Experts

MTF Finance Northlands were proud to sponsor Show Jumping Canterbury FEI CSI 1. Well done and congratulations to the winners - Gus Taylor and Sea Coral.
If you are thinking of upgrading your horse float or even a new vehicle to tow it with, MTF Finance Northlands are here to help. Contact the … View more
MTF Finance Northlands were proud to sponsor Show Jumping Canterbury FEI CSI 1. Well done and congratulations to the winners - Gus Taylor and Sea Coral.
If you are thinking of upgrading your horse float or even a new vehicle to tow it with, MTF Finance Northlands are here to help. Contact the team www...
Offer of finance is subject to terms, conditions, lending criteria, responsible lending inquiries and checks. See mtf.co.nz/terms for details.

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667 days ago

Are you past landing a job at 55? The reality of ageism despite labour shortages

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

From reporter Amanda Cropp:

For older job-seekers like Christine Black, the low unemployment rate has improved her odds of getting an interview.

The 61-year-old accountant recently got shortlisted for a call centre job, an improvement on five years ago when she applied for the same position … View more
From reporter Amanda Cropp:

For older job-seekers like Christine Black, the low unemployment rate has improved her odds of getting an interview.

The 61-year-old accountant recently got shortlisted for a call centre job, an improvement on five years ago when she applied for the same position and didn’t get a look in.

Being asked if you have any health issues or told you are over-qualified, (which she was for the call centre position), can be shorthand for “you’re too old,” and Black says ageism is still a problem.

“Somebody said to me ‘your life experience exceeds our expectations’ ... I know a lot of under-employed women between 50 and 65.”

A third of the workforce is over the age of 55, and the proportion working past retirement age has risen steadily.

In 2008, 15% of those aged 65-plus were employed, compared with just over 25% in 2022.

According to Stats NZ forecasts, by 2043 the labour force will have up to 386,000 people aged 65-plus, almost double the number in 2020.

The Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, and unless it is a genuine qualification for a job – such as bar work – it can be unlawful for an employer to ask your age in a job interview.

Read the full story here.

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658 days ago

Support NZ junior Handball team

John & Kelly from Fendalton

Hi wonderful neighbourly,
Just a shout out to everyone. Our under 19 mens team are representing NZ at the junior Handball World Champion competition in Croatia and need our support. Any donation big or small will help these boys. Lets get behind them and help them get there :)
Please go to the … View more
Hi wonderful neighbourly,
Just a shout out to everyone. Our under 19 mens team are representing NZ at the junior Handball World Champion competition in Croatia and need our support. Any donation big or small will help these boys. Lets get behind them and help them get there :)
Please go to the link below for more information on how you can help these fine young, dedicated and talented young men.
nzyouthhandball.raisely.com...

659 days ago

Casual/ part time work

Bruce from Edgeware

I am a ex truckie looking for casual/ part time work, I have all classes up to five. Message me or text on 0221713116

660 days ago

Jobs

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

Just some jobs from Elusion Electrical end of 2022 and the Special Kids Christmas Party that we sponsor for the last 5 years.

660 days ago

Making a plan could save your life…

The Hello Project

All too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan … View moreAll too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan and talk through what warning signs to look out for should something be wrong. It could just save your life.

For more information, and tips to help you make a plan go to thehelloproject.nz
Learn more

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661 days ago

Want something to listen to this weekend?

Stuff

Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a … View more
Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a psycho-social expert in disaster and disruption. In this short podcast interview, Jolie shares her expert advice on what you, or the people you want to support, may need right now.

Whether you're currently involved, or you want to help others, it's worth a quick listen!
Listen now

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