Merivale, Christchurch

1196 days ago

CAB clinics update cancelled - where to go for help!

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Due to the ongoing level 4 restrictions all our free clinics are cancelled for this week If you were intending to go to one of our clinics here is the latest information to help ...
JP -clinic all JP service desks are shut and JPs are not taking home visits at Level 4 . If you need something … View more
Due to the ongoing level 4 restrictions all our free clinics are cancelled for this week If you were intending to go to one of our clinics here is the latest information to help ...
JP -clinic all JP service desks are shut and JPs are not taking home visits at Level 4 . If you need something verified the best thing to do is to contact the people who asked for the verification and see what their advice is .
Free Legal advice - Canterbury Community Law is available by phone - 03 366 6870 - you will need to leave a detailed message .
Employment advice - MBIE website has some great info plus a helpline .

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1196 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1200 days ago

! update to CAB services !

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

From today we will be available by phone via our 0800 number - 0800 367 222, between 10 am and 3 pm . This phone line is being manned by volunteers from Christchurch and all over New Zealand - we are here to help you - just a phone call, chat or email away.

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1201 days ago

Covid-19: Hospital visitors restricted, toilet paper in hot demand in Canterbury

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hi Cantabrians,

Hundreds are queueing for Covid-19 tests in Christchurch, while grocery shoppers are heeding pleas to not panic buy as the country enters the first day of a nationwide lockdown.

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the shift to alert level 4 for at least three … View more
Hi Cantabrians,

Hundreds are queueing for Covid-19 tests in Christchurch, while grocery shoppers are heeding pleas to not panic buy as the country enters the first day of a nationwide lockdown.

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the shift to alert level 4 for at least three days for the entire country after a 58-year-old Auckland man contracted Covid-19 from an unknown source.

On Wednesday, a long line of cars ran down the length of Orchard Rd near Christchurch Airport as people waited to access a Covid-19 testing centre – some as long as three hours. There were similar scenes at a centre on Pages Rd.

As panic buying set in after the 6pm announcement, some supermarkets were running out of toilet paper and flour. A number of photos had been shared on social media showing empty shelves and long queues.

Read the full story by clicking 'Read more' below.

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1201 days ago

Covid-19: What a move to alert level 4 means for New Zealand

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

All of New Zealand will move to alert level 4 at 11.59pm after a new community Covid-19 case emerged in Auckland.

New Zealand will initially spend three days at alert level 4, except for Auckland and the Coromandel, which will remain at level 4 for seven days at this stage.

What are the rules… View more
All of New Zealand will move to alert level 4 at 11.59pm after a new community Covid-19 case emerged in Auckland.

New Zealand will initially spend three days at alert level 4, except for Auckland and the Coromandel, which will remain at level 4 for seven days at this stage.

What are the rules at alert level 4?

Staying at home
People are asked to stay at home, unless they are undertaking essential travel to the supermarket or dairy, seeking necessary medical care or being tested for Covid-19, or to get physical exercise in their neighbourhood.

Unnecessary trips outdoors have spread the variant overseas, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said.

She advised people to wear a mask when leaving the house, and stay 2 metres away from others. “Stay local, do not congregate. Don't talk to your neighbours.”

Schools, workplaces and business

Businesses will be closed, except for essential services such as supermarkets, pharmacies, health clinics, petrol stations and lifeline utilities.

Only essential workers are permitted to go to work, others must work from home.

Schools and universities will shut down, and travel is severely limited.

Events and recreation
All gatherings are cancelled at alert level 4.

All public venues, including libraries, pools, leisure centres, gyms, early childcare centres, community venues and playgrounds are closed. Some public toilets will remain open.

Many large events have been canned.

Staying in your bubble
Once you go into a bubble you must stay in it, Ardern said.

If you are completely isolated, or you live alone, you can join a bubble with one other person.

Households are advised to nominate just one person to go shopping, and “always act like you have Covid-19”.

Travelling home
There is a grace period of 48 hours for people who are away from home to return home, if they cannot shelter safely in place. After this time, movement between regions will be restricted.

Covid-19 jabs
Covid-19 vaccinations will be suspended for 48 hours to ensure they can be carried out safely.

Read more here.

1198 days ago

Leather sling Bag

Alex Neighbourly Lead from Ilam

Excess to requirements. Leather sling bag .. rarely used with 3 pouches and a zipper to close them . There is also a side pocket.
Bought from overseas Neg over $15

Negotiable

1198 days ago

National lockdown continues until at least 11.59pm on Tuesday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Alert level 4 will be extended for the entire country until 11.59pm on Tuesday, August 24.

There are 11 new cases of Covid-19 on Friday, bringing the cluster to 31.

Eight of the cases are in Auckland and three are in Wellington.

Meanwhile in Christchurch, hundreds have queued for Covid-19 … View more
Alert level 4 will be extended for the entire country until 11.59pm on Tuesday, August 24.

There are 11 new cases of Covid-19 on Friday, bringing the cluster to 31.

Eight of the cases are in Auckland and three are in Wellington.

Meanwhile in Christchurch, hundreds have queued for Covid-19 vaccines and tests, while the city centre remains eerily quiet (as it should during lockdown).

Visual journalist Stacy Squires took some photos of the city in a way it's not normally seen.

1199 days ago

Do you have a great rocket recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for rocket recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before Aug 31, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1199 days ago

Bin storage

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Form meets function in this stylish bin storage and planter combination painted in bold Resene hues. Find out how to create your own.

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1199 days ago

Aotearoa, we’ll get through this together.

Mags4gifts

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1200 days ago

Digital Boost is here to help

Digital Boost

Lockdowns are tough for many in business, so let us share the load.

Whether it's setting up technology to keep your business running smoothly, or advice on working remotely.

Get in touch with us, we’d love to help.

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1199 days ago

Fast Fashion Waste

Judith from Ilam

To all those who indulge in 'fast fashion' should watch this for how it impacts the world we live in.
www.abc.net.au...

1200 days ago

Industry Skills Development Handbook

Competenz

Is this you?

You know building the skills and capability of your staff is vital, but it’s hard to know where to start or even where to turn for advice, so it keeps sliding down your to-do list.

Use this guidebook to develop your company’s capability and improve your bottom line.
Free download

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1200 days ago

Quoting in my bubble

Stephen from Master Multi-Tasker - Christchurch Handyman Services

Hi all!

Here we are in lockdown, again. It's certainly disappointing for small businesses - but, it's the right thing to do to keep everyone safe.

I'm obviously not operating at this time, but am still able to quote up your jobs (from home) and take (tentative) bookings for the … View more
Hi all!

Here we are in lockdown, again. It's certainly disappointing for small businesses - but, it's the right thing to do to keep everyone safe.

I'm obviously not operating at this time, but am still able to quote up your jobs (from home) and take (tentative) bookings for the coming weeks.

So if there's anything you need a hand with, please send me a message or give me a call!

- Steve

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1200 days ago

Elusion Electrical Level 4

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

Hey guys hope you are all well.
Just a reminder Elusion level 4 means essential services only. This means power, heating and cooking. Patrick and Laura have both been swabbed today as have colds and a RSV contact but we have a friend who is self employed who we can contract out to for essential … View more
Hey guys hope you are all well.
Just a reminder Elusion level 4 means essential services only. This means power, heating and cooking. Patrick and Laura have both been swabbed today as have colds and a RSV contact but we have a friend who is self employed who we can contract out to for essential jobs while we are off line.
If in doubt phone 021 525 123 and Patrick will triage jobs.
Again we remind our customers no matter what level please notify us if unwell! Help us keep our community safe.
Keep safe everyone and remember reach out if your struggling.
Nga Mihi
Patrick Shan and team

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