South New Brighton, Christchurch

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1933 days ago

Poll: Would you expect your parents to help you into your first home?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Almost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.

Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.

It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More … View more
Almost a quarter of young people say the older generations should help first-home buyers into the property market, a new survey shows.

Westpac NZ polled 1000 people about their opinion on parents assisting their children into their first homes.

It found widespread acceptance of the idea: More than half the parents said they would loan money interest-free and only 38 per cent would expect it to be paid back.

To read more, click here

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Would you expect your parents to help you into your first home?
  • 6.3% Yes
    6.3% Complete
  • 39.4% No
    39.4% Complete
  • 54.3% I'd be grateful but I don't expect it
    54.3% Complete
1896 votes
1933 days ago

For a solid future, get a trade!

Ara Institute of Canterbury

If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentryView more
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, getting a trade is a smart move.

At Ara Institute of Canterbury we’ve got lots of trades courses starting in Christchurch in July. Options include painting and decorating, electrical engineering, carpentry and joinery. You’ll learn from inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments and you’ll get lots of hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace.

To find out more visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76.
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1934 days ago

Have you nominated yet???

Women of Influence

Time's running out. Nominations for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards are closing in 1 month.

Don't let the special women in your communities miss out on the recognition they deserve.

Nominate now!

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1934 days ago

Ways to celebrate National Volunteer Week 2019!

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.

Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great … View more
It's National Volunteer Week! This year’s theme is “Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together”. Volunteering, Mahi Aroha and social action weave people and communities together.

Interested in volunteering in your community? Contacting your local Volunteer Centre is a great place to start! Find more information here: www.volunteeringnz.org.nz....

Join us this National Volunteer Week to stand together in our differences and choose to connect! Take part in NVW by downloading NVW resources here: nationalvolunteerweek.nz....

National Volunteer Week 2019 runs from June 16-22.

#NVW2019 #WHIRIATETANGATA

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1934 days ago

Happy National Volunteer Week 2019! 💛🐝🌻🎉

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say a big THANK YOU to the 18,000+ 'busy bees' (volunteers) who help run Neighbourhood Support in our communities across the country. We wouldn't be able to do what we do without your generous support.

#NSNZgetinvolved

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1941 days ago

missing wee fluffy white dog, after attack by two alsatians

Annette from Burwood

Last night my daughter and I spent a couple of hours driving round the burwood , lower shirley area and the bottle lake plantation looking for MEE MEE or mimi. Shes just a small girl about halfway between a medium sized dog and a tiny one.
Her mums been out looking everywhere. She could be all the… View more
Last night my daughter and I spent a couple of hours driving round the burwood , lower shirley area and the bottle lake plantation looking for MEE MEE or mimi. Shes just a small girl about halfway between a medium sized dog and a tiny one.
Her mums been out looking everywhere. She could be all the way between nth beach and Shirley and may be injured. Please check your gardens or empty sections.
As a dog lover this distresses us. We saw her but she was gone by the time we got there, probably hiding.
This is also up on NEW bRIGHTON REPUBLICS messages online so check there for updates.

1937 days ago

Secrecy over future use of three Christchurch heritage buildings

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The future use of three significant Christchurch heritage buildings remains secret as the city council considers its options.

The Old Municipal Chambers on the corner of Worcester St and Oxford Tce, the Robert McDougall Art Gallery and the Sign of the Takahe were all being discussed behind closed … View more
The future use of three significant Christchurch heritage buildings remains secret as the city council considers its options.

The Old Municipal Chambers on the corner of Worcester St and Oxford Tce, the Robert McDougall Art Gallery and the Sign of the Takahe were all being discussed behind closed doors at a Christchurch City Council meeting on Thursday.

Little information has been publicly released about the possible future uses of the buildings as the council sites commercial sensitivity.

1937 days ago

SPARK COPPER PHONE LINES

Jude from Avondale

www.stuff.co.nz...
Like the people in this article i was told last year that i had to change to wireless as copper lines were being phased out and i would have no phone or internet if i didnt change. I also know of some elderly people that have been told the same information. Just curious to see … View more
www.stuff.co.nz...
Like the people in this article i was told last year that i had to change to wireless as copper lines were being phased out and i would have no phone or internet if i didnt change. I also know of some elderly people that have been told the same information. Just curious to see how many others are out there who have been told the same, It seems this is not the case....The incident comes as the Commerce Commission assesses a complaint that Spark may have breached the Fair Trading Act by encouraging copper home phone customers to switch to wireless broadband through a practice known as "inertia selling" – an allegation that Spark has denied.

1935 days ago

Gameday food for watching the footy

Mainland Cheese

One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View more
One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.

Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and impossible to fail Harvati quiche.

So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
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1936 days ago

*WIN* a French Country Collections diffuser!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Cosy up this winter and subscribe to your favourite magazine on Mags4Gifts and go in the draw to win one of 12 French Country diffuser! Valued at $59. Subscribe now

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1936 days ago

Digital Technologies Workshop

The Mind Lab

Teachers - are you eager to develop digital skills and fluency? Curious about the new Digital Technologies learning areas | Hangarau Matihiko tupuranga of the curriculum? Hungry to experience a Mind Lab activity? Don’t just watch from the sidelines – join us at a free workshop!

Our Digital … View more
Teachers - are you eager to develop digital skills and fluency? Curious about the new Digital Technologies learning areas | Hangarau Matihiko tupuranga of the curriculum? Hungry to experience a Mind Lab activity? Don’t just watch from the sidelines – join us at a free workshop!

Our Digital Technologies Workshop offers engaging, supportive and insightful introductions into The Mind Lab and the new Digital Technologies curriculum content.

You’ll meet a community of like-minded educators, speak with our friendly facilitators, learn about our Postgraduate Certificate in Digital and Collaborative Learning, and leave inspired to explore new ideas and ways of teaching.

Please bring a smartphone, tablet or laptop.

When?
20th June 2019, 4 pm - 6 pm
Where?
Christchurch East School, 311 Gloucester St, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8011
RSVP

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1937 days ago

Graeme Dingle Foundation and New Zealand Rugby empowering our tamariki!

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 As the official charity for New Zealand Rugby, we're proud to partner with our sporting heroes to help provide a better future for our tamariki.

Learn more in the link provided!

#NZR #Rugby #AllBlacks #BlackFerns #GraemeDingleFoundation

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1937 days ago

Tomorrow is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 💜

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If … View more
Did you know about 1 in 6 of our kaumātua will experience abuse at some point with over 75% of abuses occurring at the hands of family or relatives? Let's put our whānau first and end elder abuse once and for all by looking out for our older generations and challenging ageist attitudes.

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse know that it's okay to speak out...

Call 0800 EA NOT OK (08000 32 668 65) for free and confidential help or visit the Age Concern New Zealand website for more advice and resources:

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1937 days ago
1937 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For June it is 8am Sunday 16th (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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