Northcote, Christchurch

2647 days ago

CHRISTCHURCH visit: Rami Sherman-Operation Entebbe: a personal recollection: August 20

Cori from Bishopdale

Rami Sherman was an operations officer in the special forces squad that successfully rescued 102 of 106 hostages from terrorists at Entebbe International Airport in 1976. He is travelling through NZ and is giving a series of public addresses to tell his fascinating story.

It turns out that a … View more
Rami Sherman was an operations officer in the special forces squad that successfully rescued 102 of 106 hostages from terrorists at Entebbe International Airport in 1976. He is travelling through NZ and is giving a series of public addresses to tell his fascinating story.

It turns out that a New Zealander was also amongst the hostages, Colin Hardie, who used to be an editor of the Christchurch Star. The local papers wrote about Colin here: www.nzherald.co.nz... and here: www.pressreader.com...

Rami Sherman will be speaking on Sunday, August 20, at 2PM, at the Air Force Museum lecture theatre, Wigram, Christchurch

A collection will be taken at the Christchurch event to help defray costs.

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2647 days ago

Vinyl from The Flooring Centre

Elizabeth from Bryndwr

On July 5 I had new vinyl installed in my kitchen-dining-living room by The Flooring Centre. The immediate smell was revolting, and now seven weeks later it is still unpleasant. According to The Flooring Centre the smell is coming from something else in my house, and the fact that it started when … View moreOn July 5 I had new vinyl installed in my kitchen-dining-living room by The Flooring Centre. The immediate smell was revolting, and now seven weeks later it is still unpleasant. According to The Flooring Centre the smell is coming from something else in my house, and the fact that it started when the vinyl was laid is pure coincidence. I have had to hire some environmental scientists to conduct tests. Onsite they assured me the gases are coming from the vinyl, or the glue, but I have to wait for a written report. Flooring Centre is adamant that this is a coincidence. They told me to ventilate the room, and provided an industrial fan for me to use, (doors and windows wide open in single digit temperatures). Then they told me I just have a sensitive nose. The last seven weeks have been ghastly, and the end is not in sight.

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2647 days ago

Africa Film Festival

Malcom from Bishopdale

Dont forget the Africa Film Festival Films for Somalia this saturday night at C1 Theatre University of Canterbury. watch the trailers Ben and Ara youtu.be... The Wedding Ring youtu.be... can be purchased here www.dashtickets.co.nz...

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2658 days ago

Wheelie Bins

Noel from Northwood

Does anyone know why some of the green wheelie bins have been taken away from Talbot Road in Northwood?

2647 days ago

MTF Northlands - Vehicle Finance

Hi neighbours, we often assist young families who are experiencing uncertainty around how they can afford to purchase their next vehicle! Judith and I have been able to put together finance packages that are affordable and also allow these families to get the vehicle they need. If you or someone … View moreHi neighbours, we often assist young families who are experiencing uncertainty around how they can afford to purchase their next vehicle! Judith and I have been able to put together finance packages that are affordable and also allow these families to get the vehicle they need. If you or someone you know would like to discuss how we can assist, please call into MTF Northlands at the corner of Harewood and Papanui Roads or alternatively call Judith and I on 352 7555.
Regards,
Simon Jackson


finance terms and conditions will apply.

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2647 days ago

Attention first home builders! Our experts are here to help

The Team from Jennian Homes

Most new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?

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Most new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?

Questions like these are exactly the sort of questions we answer at our FREE Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions. We invite you to come along, meet your local Jennian team and join us for an informative evening which will cover off these common questions and more.

Want to find out the answer to these key topics and more? Book a FREE complimentary seat at our next info session in your area.
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2648 days ago

Weather Update

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

2.05pm: The rain has eased, with no reports of serious flooding.
"Although we saw steady rainfall in the city, as the storm developed the rain moved more quickly to the south than forecast and saved us from more severe rainfall that some forecasts were suggesting,'' says Council … View more
2.05pm: The rain has eased, with no reports of serious flooding.
"Although we saw steady rainfall in the city, as the storm developed the rain moved more quickly to the south than forecast and saved us from more severe rainfall that some forecasts were suggesting,'' says Council Land Drainage Operations Team Leader Tim Joyce.

2648 days ago

Returning Echo?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

There's a campaign underway to return the artwork, ECHO, to the Arts Centre - the 'house' suspended from the quad. Should we bring back the old favourite or should we be ringing in the changes with something new?
*NOTE Comments may be used as conversation starters in the … View more
There's a campaign underway to return the artwork, ECHO, to the Arts Centre - the 'house' suspended from the quad. Should we bring back the old favourite or should we be ringing in the changes with something new?
*NOTE Comments may be used as conversation starters in the Christchurch Mail. Please indicate if you do not wish your comments to be published.

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2648 days ago

Weather Update

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

9.35am: Surface flooding is starting to cause some road closures. Parts of Bellbrook Cres, Emmett St and Orcades St, in Shirley, are closed due to flooding. Flooding is also starting to cause issues on McFaddens Rd, Edgeware Rd, and Weston Rd.

Residents who are concerned by flooding in their … View more
9.35am: Surface flooding is starting to cause some road closures. Parts of Bellbrook Cres, Emmett St and Orcades St, in Shirley, are closed due to flooding. Flooding is also starting to cause issues on McFaddens Rd, Edgeware Rd, and Weston Rd.

Residents who are concerned by flooding in their area should contact the Council contact centre on 0800 800 169.

2648 days ago

Weather updates: Get the latest info

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Drivers are being urged to take extra care on Christchurch and Banks Peninsula roads today as the heavy rain is likely to cause surface flooding and make roads slippery.

Newsline has live updates on today's wet weather: ccc.govt.nz...

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2649 days ago

Back Fill Soil for garden

Gavin / Sheryl from Casebrook

I want to top up an area at the back of my house. Tar sealed driveway so cant take too heavy a load

2651 days ago

What magnesium does for your body

FreshChoice New Zealand

Our supplement hero for this month is Magnesium! If you’re not sure what exactly our friend magnesium does for you, it relaxes tight muscles, assists with relief of muscular spasms, cramps, tension, muscle soreness, neck pain, tension headaches, and premenstrual symptoms. Magnesium is an … View moreOur supplement hero for this month is Magnesium! If you’re not sure what exactly our friend magnesium does for you, it relaxes tight muscles, assists with relief of muscular spasms, cramps, tension, muscle soreness, neck pain, tension headaches, and premenstrual symptoms. Magnesium is an important nutrient for the cardiovascular system and regulates calcium absorption. So yes, it does good things to our body! Find out more

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2658 days ago

Turntable

Karen from Bryndwr

Hi all has anybody got a turntable to sell please?
We are looking to buy one for ours sons 22nd birthday .
Text me on 0274064332 or message me on here .

Many thanks

Karen Voisin

2651 days ago

Changes are coming on Worcester Street

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Changes are coming on Worcester Street, vehicles will be able to turn left off Worcester Street and onto Fitzgerald Avenue, but only cyclists will be able to travel through the Fitzgerald Street intersection.

Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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