Sockburn, Christchurch

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2938 days ago

Are you concerned about violence in New Zealand?

White Ribbon

Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

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Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

Find out how to talk to your sons and use our Toolboxes at www.whiteribbon.org.nz or watch the film ‘Raise Our Men’ which provides an insight into how men are socialised into using violence. Help us end men’s violence towards women now.
Download the Toolboxes

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2939 days ago

Poll: What's the best Summer kai?

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

The weather is, by the estimation of most, hot.
Heat affects everything, especially what you want to eat. Want a big winter roast? Probably not.
So what is best choice of warm weather kai? Let us know if we missed out any options and as always, we hope to use your comments in our conversations … View more
The weather is, by the estimation of most, hot.
Heat affects everything, especially what you want to eat. Want a big winter roast? Probably not.
So what is best choice of warm weather kai? Let us know if we missed out any options and as always, we hope to use your comments in our conversations section. If you'd rather we didn't publish your comment, add #NFP to it.

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What's the best Summer kai?
  • 9.8% Fish and Chips
    9.8% Complete
  • 26% Healthy Salad (green or another healthy looking one)
    26% Complete
  • 8.1% Coleslaw/Potato Salad
    8.1% Complete
  • 32.9% BBQ (Your choice of meat)
    32.9% Complete
  • 4.6% Chicken Rolls
    4.6% Complete
  • 2.9% Burgers (with or without chips)
    2.9% Complete
  • 1.2% Anything out of a Hāngi
    1.2% Complete
  • 14.5% Fresh Caught Kai Moana (Seafood)
    14.5% Complete
173 votes
2939 days ago

Quality Second hand Furniture

Stephen Brian from Christchurch Auctions Clearance Depot

Hi neighbours.I do hope you are coping with not only the silly season but the heat! Gosh such scorcher days, remember the sun screen, and your fur babies. Xmas only comes once a year thank goodness! For all your house hold requirements pop in to 4 Curletts Rd or check out our website … View moreHi neighbours.I do hope you are coping with not only the silly season but the heat! Gosh such scorcher days, remember the sun screen, and your fur babies. Xmas only comes once a year thank goodness! For all your house hold requirements pop in to 4 Curletts Rd or check out our website www.christchurchauctions.co.nz........ We are open all weekend.

2939 days ago

Inflatable day

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Slip, slop and splash? Te Hapua Halswell Summer Pool, previously known as Halswell Aquatic Centre, is hosting an inflatable day on Thursday. For more information visit: bit.ly...

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2939 days ago

International Volunteer Day - Tuesday 5 December

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

International Volunteer Day (IV Day), a United Nations led initiative, is held
each year on 5 December.
Let’s use this day to celebrate and recognise New Zealand’s volunteers for the invaluable work they do in our communities, locally and globally.

“THE BEST WAY TO NOT FEEL HOPELESS IS … View more
International Volunteer Day (IV Day), a United Nations led initiative, is held
each year on 5 December.
Let’s use this day to celebrate and recognise New Zealand’s volunteers for the invaluable work they do in our communities, locally and globally.

“THE BEST WAY TO NOT FEEL HOPELESS IS TO GET UP AND DO SOMETHING...IF YOU GO OUT AND MAKE SOME GOOD THINGS HAPPEN, YOU WILL FILL THE WORLD WITH HOPE, YOU WILL FILL YOURSELF WITH HOPE.”
- Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States

For us I'd like to recognise the many Volunteer Interviewers who staff three branches and two satellites in Christchurch. Hours and hours of time are given to helping others and commitments to continued training and development. Thank you, thank you, thank you

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2939 days ago

Carols in Wycola Park.

Val from Broomfield - Hei Hei

Hi All. The Salvation Army in Manurere St will be having Carols in Wycola Park at 10.00am Tuesday 5th December ( tomorrow) just over the road from the Salvation Army just up from the play ground. Everyone welcome. Come along and enjoy a good old sing a long of Christmas songs.

2939 days ago

Pop Up Wardrobe Event This Sunday 10th Dec

Bonny from Hornby

Come along to the Aspire building 314 Worcester Street on Sunday 10am to 3pm and Support Muscular Dystrophy, pre-loved clothing, morning & afternoon tea, saus sizzle, bouncy castle, face painting, raffles, great day for the whole family while supporting a wonderful cause, snap up some awesome … View moreCome along to the Aspire building 314 Worcester Street on Sunday 10am to 3pm and Support Muscular Dystrophy, pre-loved clothing, morning & afternoon tea, saus sizzle, bouncy castle, face painting, raffles, great day for the whole family while supporting a wonderful cause, snap up some awesome bargains nothing over $5.00

2939 days ago

OP SHOP - $1 SALE CONTINUES

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

We've had such a fantastic response to our sale we've decided to continue it for one more week. More great bargains out every day. Look forward to seeing you.

2941 days ago

We’ve dropped our online delivery fees

Countdown

Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

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Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

Pick up is now free if you spend $50 or more, or just $5 for all other orders. Online orders now have a flat-rate fee of $12 for orders up to $199.99, and $8 for orders $200 and over.

Head over to the Countdown website and try online shopping today.

Sally Copland
Countdown’s Head of Online
Try online shopping now!

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2941 days ago

ALL ABOUT GARDENING monthly meetings at Canterbury Horticulture Society

Michele from Avonhead

Canterbury Horticulture Society have their ALL ABOUT GARDENING monthly meetings on the first Monday of the month and following Tuesday morning. This coming week the December meetings will be held at 7pm at the Christchurch Bridge Club in Nova Place, just off Barbadoes St. (best to arrive early - … View moreCanterbury Horticulture Society have their ALL ABOUT GARDENING monthly meetings on the first Monday of the month and following Tuesday morning. This coming week the December meetings will be held at 7pm at the Christchurch Bridge Club in Nova Place, just off Barbadoes St. (best to arrive early - lots of easy parking). There will be a demonstration of Making a Christmas Wreath as well as the usual current gardening advice and garden problems questions answered. Cost for casual is $5, supper included.

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2941 days ago

From Prague to Helsinki - 23 June - 17 July 2018

Roger from Avonhead

This is a guided bus tour through Czech Republic, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and by ferry across the Baltic to Helsinki, Finland, with most expenses paid for within a total cost of $9,000. I have been leading these tours to central and eastern Europe for nearly 20 years and most of the … View moreThis is a guided bus tour through Czech Republic, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and by ferry across the Baltic to Helsinki, Finland, with most expenses paid for within a total cost of $9,000. I have been leading these tours to central and eastern Europe for nearly 20 years and most of the tour members are people who have been on previous tours. So there is no advertising, it has all been by word of mouth. The 2018 tour has 30 people enrolled and it happens that two people have just cancelled because of ill-health. The hotels and other attractions are all booked so there is an opportunity here for anyone interested in a tour which takes you off the beaten track, meeting the locals and enjoying folk song and dance festivals on the way. For further details, email roger.buckton@canterbury.ac.nz

2942 days ago

Is your neighbour an Awesome Neighbour?

Electric Kiwi

We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the … View more
We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.

Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
Enter now

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2942 days ago

Free soil wanted.

Mohan Neighbourly Lead from Sockburn

Can any body offer soil for my vege patch please?

Free

2942 days ago

Pics from Santa Parade wanted

John from Riccarton Community Hub

I am the co-ordinator of a new website, Riccarton Community Hub (www.riccarton.org.nz). I would love a few pics from this Sunday's Santa Parade to put on the website, but will be unable to attend myself. If anyone can kindly email some, it would be a real blessing. If you let me know whether … View moreI am the co-ordinator of a new website, Riccarton Community Hub (www.riccarton.org.nz). I would love a few pics from this Sunday's Santa Parade to put on the website, but will be unable to attend myself. If anyone can kindly email some, it would be a real blessing. If you let me know whether you can help, I can give you an email address to send them. Many thanks.

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