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554 days ago

Are you celebrating the King's coronation? How?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

King Charles III will be offically crowned on Saturday (NZ time) at Westminster Abbey. It will be the first coronation ceremony since Queen Elizabeth II's in 1953.
In other words, it's a very big deal for Great Britain and the rest of the Commonwealth.

Will you be celebrating King … View more
King Charles III will be offically crowned on Saturday (NZ time) at Westminster Abbey. It will be the first coronation ceremony since Queen Elizabeth II's in 1953.
In other words, it's a very big deal for Great Britain and the rest of the Commonwealth.

Will you be celebrating King Charles' coronation? We want to hear the details.

Are you having a party at your place, and who's invited?
Will you dress up in fancy dress or a costume?
Are you decorating your house? Or celebrating another way? Share your plans, or tell us what the coronation means to you (or doesn't mean) in the comments below.

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550 days ago

Live Stronger for Longer

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Download the free Nymbl app, and with just 10 minutes a day you can stay active and improve your balance. Find out more

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551 days ago

Pure South Grass Fed Beef, Lamb and Venison

Puresouthshop.com

Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable … View more
Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable environmental care. We produce world class grass fed red meat with a flavourful taste and tender eating quality.

Produce of Alliance, New Zealand’s only 100% farmer-owned red meat co-operative.
Shop now

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552 days ago

Do you need Curtains to help keep you warm? Can you donate some curtains?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Why curtains are important
Good quality, lined curtains that fit your windows well are an essential part of a warm, energy efficient home. If your curtains are thin, single layered, torn, or poorly fitting, they should be replaced. Even the energy efficiency of double-glazed windows is improved … View more
Why curtains are important
Good quality, lined curtains that fit your windows well are an essential part of a warm, energy efficient home. If your curtains are thin, single layered, torn, or poorly fitting, they should be replaced. Even the energy efficiency of double-glazed windows is improved with good curtains.

Curtain Bank
The Curtain Bank (CEA) collect donated second hand curtains and give them away to households who cannot afford curtains. Curtains from their Curtain Bank are available to anyone in need, you do not need a Community Services Card. Curtains are also available for rental properties. Their recycled curtains will be double-layered and resized where required.

Donating Curtains
If you have curtains you can donate see the link for times and locations where you can drop them off.

Check out the link under 'Read More' to apply for curtains.

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553 days ago

Garden on the go

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Create a mini kitchen garden and add a pop of Resene colour with this fun project.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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556 days ago

Poll: Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest … View moreThe month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest band/artist.

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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Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?
  • 49.5% Crowded House
    49.5% Complete
  • 5.8% Lorde
    5.8% Complete
  • 3.1% Bic Runga
    3.1% Complete
  • 1% Benee
    1% Complete
  • 23.8% Dave Dobbyn
    23.8% Complete
  • 1.3% OMC
    1.3% Complete
  • 15.6% SIX60
    15.6% Complete
2713 votes
554 days ago

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556 days ago

WACST's Program for this week on the East

Mike Gibbs from Avondale Neighbours Group

Week 16 - 2023
Activities on this week at WACST@Burwood 58 Bassett Street Burwood

Monday
Tai Chi - 10am to 11am - Only $3 per person
ZUMBA - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

Tuesday
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Week 16 - 2023
Activities on this week at WACST@Burwood 58 Bassett Street Burwood

Monday
Tai Chi - 10am to 11am - Only $3 per person
ZUMBA - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

Tuesday
Craft - 10am to Midday - Only $2 per person.
Line Dancing - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

Wednesday
Move it / Lose it - 10.30am to 11.30am - Only $3 per person.
Guest Lecturer. - 11.45am to 12.45pm
WiNZ Superannuation Entitlements
Graemme Anderson - CEO Superannuation
Only $3.00 per person
ZUMBA - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

Thursday
Indoor Bowls - 10am to Midday Walking Group - 10.30am to Midday
Euchre (Card Game) Board Games, Cards, Table Tennis Anyone - 1pm to 3pm Only $2 per person

Friday
Line Dancing Intermediate - 10am to 11am - Only $3 per person. Line Dancing Beginners - 11am to Midday - Only $3 per person. If you take both groups $5 per person.
Coronation Luncheon - Kings Quiche Luncheon 11.30am to 1.30pm
Love to have you join us,
Dress for a Royal occasion!!
Only $5 per person.
All Welcome


* More activities added or changed from time to time, so keep an eye on the schedule:
Enquiries to Betty Chapman 3892285
Cell 0277278277
Email wacst.burwood@gmail.com or wainoni.wacst@xtra.co.nz
New Members Welcome
Any Questions - Just ask

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559 days ago

Exercycle

Bruce from Parklands - Marshlands

Must be cheap

557 days ago

TV Guide Has You Sorted This Mother’s Day

The TV Guide

Treat that special person in your life this Mother’s Day with a TV Guide subscription. We’ve slashed the price of our 1-year subscription. You’ll save $57 off retail and receive a new issue every week delivered right to your home. Discounted price valid until 14 May.

The TV Guide is New … View more
Treat that special person in your life this Mother’s Day with a TV Guide subscription. We’ve slashed the price of our 1-year subscription. You’ll save $57 off retail and receive a new issue every week delivered right to your home. Discounted price valid until 14 May.

The TV Guide is New Zealand's most comprehensive and interactive entertainment magazine, providing TV listings, entertainment, gossip, competitions, puzzles and much much more! The perfect coffee table staple for all households.

Happy Mother’s Day,
TV Guide
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559 days ago

Why choose Middleton Grange School for your son/daughter?

Middleton Grange School

We are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from Year 1 – 13. Our point of difference - We are a Christ-Centred, student oriented school. Our ‘Why’ is to offer families a holistic education for their children, focusing on Character, Excellence and Service – for … View moreWe are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from Year 1 – 13. Our point of difference - We are a Christ-Centred, student oriented school. Our ‘Why’ is to offer families a holistic education for their children, focusing on Character, Excellence and Service – for the glory of God.

Middleton Grange School provides a first-rate general education with academic results of the highest quality, and we do this by providing an environment in which the Biblical truths of Jesus Christ are taught and lived.

We see learning as holistic; it aims to instruct the mind, shape the heart and prepare the hands for service.

We want our young people to critically engage in the rapidly changing society and culture that they live in, in order to be a positive influence and to point others to God by their example.

2024 Enrolments Close
Friday, 9 June (Y7-13)
Thursday, 17 August (Y1-6)
If your child turns 5 before 21 Nov 2024 and will start school in 2024 you must apply this year

Open Days
16 & 18 May 2023

We look forward to welcoming you to be part of the Middleton Grange School family – a school community of Special Character!

Please check our website for further information. Email to office@middleton.school.nz
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559 days ago

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The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Make the most of your open shelves with a refresh using Resene paints.

Find out how to bring out the best in your shelves with this easy to follow advice.

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560 days ago

Financial terms to protect you

The Team from

When you move into a Ryman village, the last thing you want to think about are your finances. From the day you move in, you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

Ryman offers several Peace of Mind Guarantees, each one is designed to help … View more
When you move into a Ryman village, the last thing you want to think about are your finances. From the day you move in, you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

Ryman offers several Peace of Mind Guarantees, each one is designed to help you feel confident and secure in your decision to move to a Ryman village. With financial certainty you can focus on enjoying the exciting everyday of life.
Learn More

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560 days ago

Tree felling / Tree removals

Ben from Canterbury Tree Experts

Its a great time to start thinking about fire wood for next year 🌲🪵

With many larger trees the cost of us felling and cutting into rings is completely offset by the value of the fire wood you get from it.

Tough access through muddy paddocks isn't an issue either 😁

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