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141 days ago

Do you have a quick question for a lawyer?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

On Thursday each week we hold free lawyer clinics.

These clinics allow you to see a lawyer at no cost for 10 mins. So, if you need help understanding a legal document or deciding whether to pursue a legal case, then this is a great starting point.

- 1pm - 133 Brighton Mall (entrance on Union … View more
On Thursday each week we hold free lawyer clinics.

These clinics allow you to see a lawyer at no cost for 10 mins. So, if you need help understanding a legal document or deciding whether to pursue a legal case, then this is a great starting point.

- 1pm - 133 Brighton Mall (entrance on Union Street, SBA office) – 03 366 6490
- 6.15pm - 8 Goulding Ave (Hornby community centre) – 03 349 5236

You will be given a number when you arrive, so everyone is seen in order and usually the lawyer can see 5-7 clients.

If you need a specialist lawyer or advisor for immigration, employment or ACC then email christchurchclinics@outlook.com to make an appointment with the separate clinics.

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140 days ago

A message from Christchurch Police

The Team from Canterbury Police

Christchurch Police are urging the community to ensure children are properly restrained following a concerning vehicle stop in Harewood. About 11:30am yesterday, Thursday 4 July, Police stopped a vehicle travelling almost 20kmh above the speed limit on Harewood Road.

When Police came to the … View more
Christchurch Police are urging the community to ensure children are properly restrained following a concerning vehicle stop in Harewood. About 11:30am yesterday, Thursday 4 July, Police stopped a vehicle travelling almost 20kmh above the speed limit on Harewood Road.

When Police came to the window, four children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years were seen in the back and front passenger seats with their car seats incorrectly fitted.
The driver was issued a formal warning and an infringement notice. Police are working with the driver around the correct way to secure seats, secure the children, and making sure they have the right seat for their size.

Inspector Ash Tabb says, ensuring car seats are properly attached and kids are properly restrained is essential in reducing the risk of serious injuries or worse if a crash occurs.
“I am glad this didn’t result in more serious consequences; not only were the kids not properly restrained, but the vehicle was also travelling almost 20 kmh above the speed limit, two of four known crash and serious crash contributors, labelled RIDS (Restraints, Impairment, Distraction, and Speed).

"We understand parents, and caregivers may not know what the right seat is, or how to attach it correctly for your child. There are several services available to assist people with this, including child restraint technicians who can provide advice on what restraint may be needed. They can also help you fit them to your vehicle,” Inspector Tabb says.

Check out Whānau Āwhina Plunket website here.
Or the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi website here.

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150 days ago

Kaitlyn

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

"I've been doing compost workshops for the community for four years. But I guess composting for like the past eight years.

It originally started because we moved and our house came with the compost bin. I was curious to know what it was, so we started composting, but like, just … View more
"I've been doing compost workshops for the community for four years. But I guess composting for like the past eight years.

It originally started because we moved and our house came with the compost bin. I was curious to know what it was, so we started composting, but like, just chucking stuff and not really knowing what we're doing. Then pumpkins and potatoes just started growing out of it.
I got into gardening during lockdown. My French teacher gave me some broccoli seeds, and I grew those and then obviously, you go through the journey of discovering soils are really important to grow healthy kai.

When I was in Year 13, I was volunteering at an orchard and I ran my first compost workshop. It was pretty cool. And then people just wanted me to keep doing them. Me and my sister got an internship at the Council doing compost education for the community but my compost passion actually came from hearing about Kaicycle's composting programme in Wellington. I want to set up a composting business like that.

Me and my sister started Compost Club at Uni last year. Our main aim is to make composting more accessible and commonplace on campus, especially for students because we find that students want to compost, but they don't know how or they don’t have the resources. We go to their flat and we run a mini workshop for them, come back three weeks later, check out how it's going.

I've taken a break this semester from burnout.

I just find it hard to say no, you get to that position where your body makes you say, no, I can't do any more. I feel like in the environmental space people burn out a lot. I guess why I've struggled with saying no, is because I feel like I can change the world. But no, I can't! We need everyone to do their little part to make a change.

I'm really passionate about cooking and growing healthy kai and having a slow life. And I haven't done that yet. But I'm working towards it."

- Kaitlyn

View more stories, or nominate someone: @humansofchch
www.humansofchch.org...

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140 days ago

Free Beginners Pilates taster classes

Roger from Sydenham

6:00PM - Mon, Jul 15, 7:00PM
This event has been cancelled! but if would like to be contacted for future dates for enrolments please contact me.


6-8 clients are needed for a beginner's class.

For two weeks only come and learn for free the secrets to good breathing techniques, … View more
6:00PM - Mon, Jul 15, 7:00PM
This event has been cancelled! but if would like to be contacted for future dates for enrolments please contact me.


6-8 clients are needed for a beginner's class.

For two weeks only come and learn for free the secrets to good breathing techniques, posture, flexibity and how to strengthen that all important core.

You will be greeted by an experienced instructor and support team of newbies to make you feel comfortable.

Feel free to ask them about the experience as Beginners.

Monday 6.05pm Hunsbury Community Centre 8th and 15h July 32 Hunsbury Avenue.
or
Wednesday the 10th of July 9.35am St Paul Church Papanui cnr Harewood road.

You must be relatively fit with no on going back, neck or shoulder injuries.

Text your name and how many mats to reserve for you and your friends to Roger at 0212089196.

Cancelled until enough interest 8 clients needed, please contact to put you name on the list!!

141 days ago

Plywood pegboard

Resene National Head Office

Easily change the height and layout of the shelves any time as your plants grow or the items you want to showcase change with this handy pegboard finished in Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

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

Items to sell

Eric from Halswell

Make an offer

142 days ago

Part time housekeeper wanted - 2hrs per week

Tim from Westmorland

Stepping Stone Trust is looking for a caring and compassionate person to undertake housekeeping tasks on Monday mornings from 10am to 12noon at our Wellness respite home in Westmorland. Tasks include stripping and remaking beds and general cleaning and housekeeping.

142 days ago

Halswell July Newsletter

Keri Glassenbury from Halswell Community Project

Halswell July Newsletter is out now. Paper copies can be picked up at Halswell New World, Wigram New World, and from us at the Halswell Community Hub, 381 Halswell Road. Don't forget to sign up to receive it in your inbox on the 1st of the month.

143 days ago

Last chance to share your Bright Spot...

Resene

From stunning sunsets to quirky murals - we're loving seeing the beautiful photos that members are sharing across the country. These local Bright Spots add a little colour and brighten the day.

Our Bright Spots campaign closes on Sunday, 15 July so time is running out to share yours. With … View more
From stunning sunsets to quirky murals - we're loving seeing the beautiful photos that members are sharing across the country. These local Bright Spots add a little colour and brighten the day.

Our Bright Spots campaign closes on Sunday, 15 July so time is running out to share yours. With 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs, do take a moment and share this happy place with us.

Enter your local Bright Spots pics here today and be in to *WIN*.
Find out more

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143 days ago

Covid update - National figures

Gordon from Halswell

Phew. Last week's figures were not indicative of the full picture and look's more like a timing issue with reporting, possible to do with public holidays.
There is still an issue with COVID as deaths are staying high, so take care.

All the recommendations for vaccination and … View more
Phew. Last week's figures were not indicative of the full picture and look's more like a timing issue with reporting, possible to do with public holidays.
There is still an issue with COVID as deaths are staying high, so take care.

All the recommendations for vaccination and safeguards should be in place.
Masks for the vulnerable would not go amiss in crowds

Stay aware and safe folks.

New
Cases- Deaths - % of National --- Cant new cases

3657 - 40......................13.2%---------481
8943 - 25......................14.0%---------1250
4778 - 37 .....................15.9%---------763
5230 - 20......................15.4% --------805
6142 - 1........................12.0%---------738
6636 - 7 .......................12.6% --------883
6148 - 19.......................10.3% ------ 667
3922 - 13.......................11.3% ------ 444
2287 - 19.......................13.6% ------ 310
2343 -11........................17.0% ------ 399
2383 - 21.......................16.6% ------ 396
2618 - 8.........................16.6%
3385 - 13 ......................16.0%

143 days ago

NEW MEMBERS NIGHT

Sally from Halswell

Canterbury Singers have a New Members night on Tuesday 16th July.
We're especially looking for LOW VOICES! Women with low voices to sing Alto or Men's tenor, and Men to sing Tenor Baritone or Bass!
So, if you are tired of straining to sing high melody parts or even Alto is too high for… View more
Canterbury Singers have a New Members night on Tuesday 16th July.
We're especially looking for LOW VOICES! Women with low voices to sing Alto or Men's tenor, and Men to sing Tenor Baritone or Bass!
So, if you are tired of straining to sing high melody parts or even Alto is too high for you, come and join us! We're a choir with a proud tradition of over 50 years entertaining audiences, but now after Covid and a number of retirements, we're looking for vibrant people to swell the ranks and magnify our sound!
So..... if you love to sing, can sing in tune, and hold a part, we want your voice! Come and join us as we start our new repertoire for our December Concert.
If you haven't sung in a choir for years, want a change from singing Acapella or other forms of music, come and be part of the joyful sould of a full choir accompanied by our talented pianist - Jean, and directed by our talented young Conductor Henry Nicholson,
Date: 16th July Arrive 7:15pm
Place: Chapel St Centre, Corner of Chapel St and Harewood Road Papanui

144 days ago

Try Joy’s Oven Hāngi Recipe

Essie Summers Retirement Village

This warming Hāngi recipe, created by Joy from Murray Halberg Village, serves six people with plenty of leftovers to enjoy the next day. Serve hot and enjoy with family or friends on a chilly winters night.

Click read more for the full recipe.

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151 days ago

Are we there yet? A city stuck in traffic

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch is New Zealand’s fastest-growing main centre but has the lowest spend on public transport, an incomplete cycling network, and the worst peak-time traffic congestion.

For the second year running, data from global navigation company Tomtom shows it takes longer to travel 10km in … View more
Christchurch is New Zealand’s fastest-growing main centre but has the lowest spend on public transport, an incomplete cycling network, and the worst peak-time traffic congestion.

For the second year running, data from global navigation company Tomtom shows it takes longer to travel 10km in Christchurch during rush hour than New Zealand’s other main centres, and it is getting worse.

Tomtom’s data also shows that during rush hour, Christchurch can have 50 traffic jams across the city, with over 30km of clogged roads.

Driving that 10km takes an average of 19 minutes and 10 seconds, up from 18 mins 30 secs last year. Last week’s slowest day was Wednesday at 5pm, with 24 mins.

While Aucklanders’ longer journeys and extra motorways mean slightly more time overall in rush hour traffic, they cover 10km quicker at an average of 16mins and 30secs. Wellingtonians takes 18mins 20secs.

How's your commute? Read the full story by reporter Liz McDonald here and share your thoughts in the comments below. (A subscription is required, or you can see two free articles a month).

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145 days ago

Long Running Singing Group Seeking Members

John from Westmorland

The CTW has been running SING concerts for 25 years and was awarded a Civic Award in 2019. Currently the SING Group is under the guidance of Annette Begg and the amazing accompanist, Heather Ross. Due to some older members retiring, the CTW SING Group is running a membership drive for people keen… View moreThe CTW has been running SING concerts for 25 years and was awarded a Civic Award in 2019. Currently the SING Group is under the guidance of Annette Begg and the amazing accompanist, Heather Ross. Due to some older members retiring, the CTW SING Group is running a membership drive for people keen to get involved. The SING Group rehearse once a week in the afternoon and perform concerts every other month, also in the afternoon. The concert audiences are mostly from Retirement Homes and the like. The aim of the group is to have fun and provide entertainment and enjoyment for the audience.
No auditions, all you need is to enjoy singing and being part of a fun group.

If you are interested contact Annette 339 8448 or John 027 339 8448 or Heather 027 646 6718

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145 days ago

Centaurus Combined Probus

Lynley from Hillsborough

Hi all! just letting you know that there will be no meeting at the Cashmere Club on Tuesday 2nd July. The group is celebrating Mid Winter with a luncheon elsewhere.

The next regular meeting will be at the Cashmere Club on Tues 5th, August, 2pm.

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