Shirley, Christchurch

549 days ago

Your alfresco space transformed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Use some Resene paint and a little imagination to revamp your outdoor room.

Follow this handy advice to get started.

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551 days ago

Windback Wednesday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

How far we have come in such a short period. This photograph of central Christchurch was taken on May 22, 2012, little more than a year after the earthquakes. How different the city looks now - Te Pae, Tūranga and the housing of the east frame are all bold additions. Do you recognise any buildings… View moreHow far we have come in such a short period. This photograph of central Christchurch was taken on May 22, 2012, little more than a year after the earthquakes. How different the city looks now - Te Pae, Tūranga and the housing of the east frame are all bold additions. Do you recognise any buildings which have since been demolished?

Photo: Kirk Hargreaves/The Press

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554 days ago

Poll: Should we have a four-day work week?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your… View moreIn 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your vote and share any thoughts 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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Should we have a four-day work week?
  • 67.9% Yes, I support a four-day working week.
    67.9% Complete
  • 21.1% No, a five-day working week is needed.
    21.1% Complete
  • 11% I'd need more information
    11% Complete
3639 votes
550 days ago

Resene Wallpaper Sale on now!

Resene

Now’s a great time to dress up your walls with 25% off the huge range of the latest Resene Wallpaper styles. Come in and see us today at your local Resene ColorShop! Learn more

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551 days ago

The Pink Caravan is coming to Christchurch!

Talia from Pink Caravan Education & Awareness - Canterbury

The last dates have been booked for our South Island Tour!

Each year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk.

Our nurses have valuable advice about … View more
The last dates have been booked for our South Island Tour!

Each year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk.

Our nurses have valuable advice about symptoms, treatments, support groups and post-surgery options. The breast care nurses have visual and hands-on displays of breast cancer symptoms that most haven’t seen before, and will use prosthetic breasts to show what a lump feels like.

Our breast nurses would love to have a chat to you so pop in and say hi. We’ll be at the locations below on the following dates:

Wednesday, 24 May 2023
Aranui Community Trust Incorporated Society
37 Hampshire Street, Aranui

Thursday, 25 May 2023
He Waka Tapu
161 Pages Road, Wainoni, Christchurch 8061

Sunday, 28 May 2023
Ricarton Market
Riccarton Park, Racecourse Road, Christchurch

Monday, 29 May 2023
City Mission
288 Worchester Street, Christchurch

Tuesday, 30 May 2023
Amberley Countdown
Brackenfields Retail Centre, 129 Carters Road, Amberley 7410

Wednesday, 31 May 2023
Te Pou Toetoe: Linwood Pool
141 Smith Street, Linwood, Christchurch 8062

Thursday, 1 June 2023
New World Durham Street
175 Durham Street South, Christchurch

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552 days ago

Auckland's Mid-Year Festival Returns

Auckland Elemental

Elemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining … View more
Elemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining experiences, immersive and interactive art installations, side-splitting live theatre, glittering city lights and more.

Learn more at aucklandnz.com/elemental
Find out more

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552 days ago

Poolwerx is turning 4!

Michelle Bennett from Poolwerx Christchurch

🎁 🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US!!! 🎂🍾🥳
22nd May marked 4 years since we opened the doors of Poolwerx Christchurch.
We grown from no clients to close to 300 regular clients and we couldn't have done it without you!

We are grateful to our amazing clients and promoters who have … View more
🎁 🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US!!! 🎂🍾🥳
22nd May marked 4 years since we opened the doors of Poolwerx Christchurch.
We grown from no clients to close to 300 regular clients and we couldn't have done it without you!

We are grateful to our amazing clients and promoters who have supported us over the last 4 years.
As a way of saying Thank You we have this awesome prize pack up for grabs.
🎂 Artisan Bakery Birthday Cake Gift Voucher Valued at $85
🍾 Plus a bottle of bubbles 🥳
To be in to win, all you need to do is head to our Facebook Page and follow the instructions.
Competition closes 31st May so get in and enter NOW!

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552 days ago

Avonside Girls’ and Shirley Boys’ in lockdown

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Christchurch high schools Avonside Girls’ and Shirley Boys’ have gone into lockdown as confirmed by the schools.

Shirley Boys’ High School website shares that the school has gone into lockdown due to a unauthorized person on site.

Avonside Girls High School website asks that no one … View more
Christchurch high schools Avonside Girls’ and Shirley Boys’ have gone into lockdown as confirmed by the schools.

Shirley Boys’ High School website shares that the school has gone into lockdown due to a unauthorized person on site.

Avonside Girls High School website asks that no one comes to the school or phones the school as it may cause disruption to the management of this incident and could potentially place yourselves and/or our staff and student’s safety at risk.

UPDATE: Lockdown has been lifted as at 12.45pm Tuesday 23 May. You can find further details about the incident on the Stuff website.

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552 days ago

Do you have a great recipe for shell-out beans?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for shell-out bean recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by May 29, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the July issue of NZ Gardener.

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553 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Find out more

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553 days ago

Volunteer Puppy Raisers

Jane Davies from Assistance Dogs New Zealand Trust

Hi Assistance Dogs are looking for puppy raisers for new puppies coming into Christchurch over the next few months. If you feel you could open your home for the next 14-16 months before our pups go into formal training, then please get in touch. We cover the cost of vet bills, puppy food and … View moreHi Assistance Dogs are looking for puppy raisers for new puppies coming into Christchurch over the next few months. If you feel you could open your home for the next 14-16 months before our pups go into formal training, then please get in touch. We cover the cost of vet bills, puppy food and other essential daily expenses. Applicants must be at least 20 years of age, not working full time or working flexibly from home, and your property must be fully fenced. If you want more information, please go to assistancedogstrust.org.nz, select "What We Do" then "Puppy Development" and follow the link. Thanks

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553 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

What is Addictive Eaters Anonymous?

Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addictive eating.

AEA has members who have suffered from… View more
What is Addictive Eaters Anonymous?

Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addictive eating.

AEA has members who have suffered from anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. Many have been underweight, overweight or obese; others were people of average weight yet suffered with an obsession with food. Members may have used exercise and other substances to try and control their weight. Before coming to AEA, members found that they were powerless over food, and unable to stop the food obsession.

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554 days ago

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559 days ago

Christchurch to be 'forced' to chlorinate remainder of water supply, mayor says

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch’s water supply may become permanently chlorinated after the national water regulator indicated it will reject the city council’s exemption applications.

In 2022, the Christchurch City Council applied to Taumata Arowai for chlorine exemptions, but on Tuesday was told these will … View more
Christchurch’s water supply may become permanently chlorinated after the national water regulator indicated it will reject the city council’s exemption applications.

In 2022, the Christchurch City Council applied to Taumata Arowai for chlorine exemptions, but on Tuesday was told these will fail.

Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger said he and fellow councillors were “outraged” and described it as the council being “forced to chlorinate our water supply.”

To be exempt from chlorination, the council would need to make substantial and expensive upgrades to its water supply network, according to a council statement.

“[E]ven then, it may not be possible,” it said.

Read the rest of reporter Sinead Gill's story on The Press' masthead site (subscription required) here and find more on this issue on The Press site and in the paper on Wednesday.

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555 days ago

Nominate your most loved local!

The Team from Love Your Local

Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the … View more
Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the finalists, to determine our regional winners.

You're invited to nominate your:
- Most Loved Food Truck or takeaway
- Most Loved Roadside Stall
- Most Loved Barista
- Most Loved Bartender or Publican
- Most Loved Front of House/Service Person or Team
- Most Loved New Business (open less than 12 months)

Your vote will put your 'Most Loved' up for the national title in each category as determined by our incredible judging panel including New Zealand chef Peter Gordon, Eat New Zealand CEO and owner of permaculture property The Food Farm Angela Clifford, and Stuff food editor Emily Brookes.
Nominate now

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