South New Brighton, Christchurch

2827 days ago

Givealittle call out to our supporters and all cat lovers out in the community.

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

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As mentioned in the givealittle we have had a $17,000 vet bill for January and am asking if anyone can donate a little monies to the cause.  Every $5 + you donate to givealittle (they will provide a receipt) where you can claim back 30% in your year end tax calculation.  … View more
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As mentioned in the givealittle we have had a $17,000 vet bill for January and am asking if anyone can donate a little monies to the cause.  Every $5 + you donate to givealittle (they will provide a receipt) where you can claim back 30% in your year end tax calculation.  Small donations by a lot of people all add up to a lot.  This is the silly kitten session and hence costs are always high at this time.


We are busy collecting free fruit and jars and making jams/chutney's and fresh tomato and plum sauce to sell at our stalls and making crafts (custions and cat beds etc) with donated goods.  So we are trying to fundraise anyway we can with lots of volunteer support.


We will have a stall at the Sumner Market this Sunday the 12th and the Halswell Market on the 26th so would love to see you. 


I have attached two recent articles about what we do and how we help stray cats and the resulting kittens that come from unsprayed animals.


Any questions please go to our website or pm me and ask.
Thanks for reading

2827 days ago

Chapel of the Waves to replace quake-damaged union church in New Brighton

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

An intimate chapel drawing inspiration from landmarks like the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo, will be built in New Brighton this year.

The Chapel of the Waves will incorporate a wave-design feature roof – a salute to the beach zone where it will stand on the site of the old New … View more
An intimate chapel drawing inspiration from landmarks like the Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo, will be built in New Brighton this year.

The Chapel of the Waves will incorporate a wave-design feature roof – a salute to the beach zone where it will stand on the site of the old New Brighton Union Church in Union St which was demolished in September 2011 after Canterbury's earthquakes.

Minister Mark Gibson said the new "small but iconic chapel" in Union St would reflect New Brighton.

It will have seating for 40 people, and interior symbolism will strongly reflect the natural features of the beachside strip, including, for example, godwits.

"We've drawn inspiration from other iconic chapels such as Lake Tekapo's, also a small chapel at Hororata and the chapel at Arthur's Pass," Gibson said.


The $1 million-plus development will include an adjacent community house, with a designated hospitality area and administration space, which will provide an eastern hub for two staff of the Christchurch Methodist Mission.

"It's a very exciting project. There will be a huge celebration to which the community will be invited," Gibson said.

The decision to build a chapel rather than an all-purpose hall was driven by local residents and parishioners.

"They very clearly wanted a sacred place, set aside for the purpose."

The chapel and community house will be built with an insurance payout and financial support from the Central South Island Methodist Synod.

Ground work is about to start and construction will continue through to early next year.

The complex has been designed by PXA Architects. The building contractor is Avon Dickie, and the project manager is Tripro (Tailored Project Solutions).

The work had been delayed by resource consent issues due to changed requirements for floor levels in flood plain areas.

Raised floors would mean "a lot of ramping" to allow maximum accessibility for wheelchair users, Gibson said.

Existing hall facilities will also be upgraded to ensure they are more user-friendly for the community.

The Purple Door Boutique op-shop, which has operated from a separate building on site, will be relocated into the new community house.

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2827 days ago

Distinguished concert pianists to perform, teach in Christchurch

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Two distinguished international concert pianists will perform and teach in Christchurch at the end of this month.

The visit of Santiago-based Edith Fischer, protege of Claudio Arrau – renowned as one of the supreme keyboard masters of the century – and her husband Jorge Pepi-Alos, is being … View more
Two distinguished international concert pianists will perform and teach in Christchurch at the end of this month.

The visit of Santiago-based Edith Fischer, protege of Claudio Arrau – renowned as one of the supreme keyboard masters of the century – and her husband Jorge Pepi-Alos, is being hailed as a "very important event", especially for the musical and cultural life of the city.

Fischer has played under the direction of some of the greatest conductors of these times, notably with Erich Kleiber, Paul Ketzski, Sir John Barbirolli among other distinguished directors.

She has also performed at festivals such as Salzburg, Gstaad, Montreal, Stresa, Paris and Flanders.

Pepi-Alos, composer and professor at the University of Chile, studied piano with Fischer and attended the Menuhin Academy in Gdstaad (chamber music). He went on to co-found the Bionay chamber music festival with Fischer. Pepi-Alos went on to win a series of illustrious international prizes.

The couple were invited to Christchurch by dazzling young pianist and composer Tony Chen Lin, who has been regularly invited to perform as young guest artist at the 'Semaine Internationale de Piano et de musique de chambre' in Bionay, Switzerland by festival founder and mentor Edith Fischer.

"This will be a rare opportunity to witness two world-class musicians in performance and working with young New Zealand talent," Lin said.

The couple will give piano master classes in the chamber at The Piano: Centre for Music and Arts on Sunday February 26. 1pm- 6pm. Admission is free.

On Monday, February 27, Fischer and Pepi-Alos will perform in The Piano's concert hall at 7.30pm, the works of Schumann, Brahms, Ravel, VillaLobos, Jenny McLeod, and Pepi-Alos. Adults $30, students $10.

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2827 days ago

AMI Community Grants!

Cassandra from South New Brighton

Check out on the left hand side "AMI Community Grants" and get voting!


Member Project Grants: these Grants are individuals (Neighbourly members) who are working on projects that will benefit their local community – or have a project they want to get off the ground. Those projects … View more
Check out on the left hand side "AMI Community Grants" and get voting!


Member Project Grants: these Grants are individuals (Neighbourly members) who are working on projects that will benefit their local community – or have a project they want to get off the ground. Those projects which will be focused on creating safer, more connected communities will be

Neighbourly member community projects - 4 x $1000
Grand Prize - 1 x $3000

Organisation Grants: these Grants are for established organisations and not-for-profits focused on community wellbeing and/or safer communities.

Not-for-profits / Community Organisations - 4 x $2000
Grand Prize - 1 x $5000


Get Behind it!!!!

2827 days ago

Night Noodle Markets

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

The Night Noodle Markets are back! Do you plan to go? Or perhaps you have already been and tried some of the Asian street food on sale? Let us know how you found it. Did you have any problem with queues? Did you like the food? Will you go back?

2828 days ago

Spotted us around?

Stuff Fibre

Hello neighbours! I'm Sam from Stuff Fibre (on the left) - and that's my mate Casey, Neighbourly's co-founder. As a couple of tech start-up founders, we're really excited to have joined forces to help make a difference in every corner of New Zealand.

Neighbourly do it by … View more
Hello neighbours! I'm Sam from Stuff Fibre (on the left) - and that's my mate Casey, Neighbourly's co-founder. As a couple of tech start-up founders, we're really excited to have joined forces to help make a difference in every corner of New Zealand.

Neighbourly do it by connecting you with your neighbours - Stuff Fibre is doing it by providing a better, simpler internet experience. Stuff Fibre delivers super speedy internet supported by local customer service from our team in Auckland (wahoo!), unlimited data and no fixed term contracts so that you get our best price always. Over the coming weeks and months we'll be working with Neighbourly to help you understand about what this 'fibre stuff' is all about and why it should matter to you. In the meantime - it's great to be here!

Curious? Find out more about how we're shaking things up.

- Sam Morse, Stuff Fibre co-founder
Find out more

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2828 days ago

Volunteer with Us

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

On 23 March 2017 we are commencing Induction Training for potential Volunteer Interviewers. Interested? Please read:

Volunteer Interviewer - Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch Area

Short Description
Telephone and Face to Face Interviewer to provide free and confidential advice to … View more
On 23 March 2017 we are commencing Induction Training for potential Volunteer Interviewers. Interested? Please read:

Volunteer Interviewer - Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch Area

Short Description
Telephone and Face to Face Interviewer to provide free and confidential advice to everyone. Take the time to listen and equip clients with the information, options and support that fit their needs.

Detailed Description
It's all about the client - Our Volunteer Interviewers say: "I feel good about helping others", "I make a difference", "I learn things myself too".

It takes a team of trained Volunteers who give at least 3 hours a week of their skills, time and knowledge. We offer clients information to enable them to make informed decisions on anything from consumer rights, work conditions, neighbour disputes to relationship issues. There’s certainly never a dull moment .

Full training and support provided.
Want to help?
Want to be part of this dedicated team?
Got computer knowledge?
Willing to attend on-going training to stay up-to-date?
Willing to commit long term - 2+ years?
Want to find out more? Contact us now, see below:.

Current Branches operate at the following locations:
Hornby Library
Fendalton Library
Ara (City Centre)

Two Induction Training Sessions per year: March and September

Check out this link to see maps and opening hours www.cab.org.nz...
Hotline: 0800-367-222

Email: assist.cabchch3128@gmail.com
Manager: Mollie Howarth
(Tel: 349-5236)

Volunteer Interviewer Role Description.pdf Download View

2828 days ago

Our events are going green!

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Heading along to tonight's Night Noodle Markets? Help the planet while you're at it – Christchurch is trialling compostable packaging for the food and drink available at the Night Noodle Markets this year – which means a lot less waste for the landfill.

If it's brown - it … View more
Heading along to tonight's Night Noodle Markets? Help the planet while you're at it – Christchurch is trialling compostable packaging for the food and drink available at the Night Noodle Markets this year – which means a lot less waste for the landfill.

If it's brown - it will break down.
Look for the ECO symbol and put it in the green bin.
All other packaging goes into the red bin.

The ECO symbol means "Event Compostable Only" – make sure you bin it at the event, and not at home.

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2835 days ago

Gardener wanted !

Victoria from South New Brighton

wanted for 2/ 3 hours a fortnight for general tidying and weeding Pine ave area
cheers

2829 days ago

need help

Raewin from Aranui

I am in need of a plumber please as my shower head will not turn off  I have replace washers and it still will not turn off

2830 days ago

Protect your child against most HPV cancers

Ministry of Health

From 2017, HPV immunisation will be free for everyone aged 9 to 26. That means boys can also be protected against some types of cancer.

HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop, the viruses are mostly transmitted by teenagers and young adults but often aren’t diagnosed until later. … View more
From 2017, HPV immunisation will be free for everyone aged 9 to 26. That means boys can also be protected against some types of cancer.

HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop, the viruses are mostly transmitted by teenagers and young adults but often aren’t diagnosed until later. That’s why it’s important for children to be immunised when they are young. Around 80% of people will be exposed to HPV at some point in their life. Protecting children before they are exposed to HPV will protect their health in the future.

For more information about HPV immunisation, see www.health.govt.nz/hpv
Learn more

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2833 days ago

Walnut tree seedlings need a new home

Tina from Wainoni

Hi - I have some Walnut tree seedlings that need a loving home and space to grow - call 0221007298 to arrange pick up - Yes we are free - 2 seedlings

Free

2832 days ago

Biking activities in Christchurch this February

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

Back to work, back to school, it must be February again! It also makes it Go By Bike month, that time of the year when the country celebrates biking for work and play. And there are a number of bike-related activities on around Chch, plus heaps of other activities that are good excuses for biking … View moreBack to work, back to school, it must be February again! It also makes it Go By Bike month, that time of the year when the country celebrates biking for work and play. And there are a number of bike-related activities on around Chch, plus heaps of other activities that are good excuses for biking to. Check it all out at cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

2832 days ago

Our events are going green!

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Are you going to a Summertimes event this year? Great news! Christchurch is trailing compostable packaging for the food and drink available at selected Summertimes events – because no one likes landfill.

If it's brown - it will break down.
Look for the ECO symbol and put it in the … View more
Are you going to a Summertimes event this year? Great news! Christchurch is trailing compostable packaging for the food and drink available at selected Summertimes events – because no one likes landfill.

If it's brown - it will break down.
Look for the ECO symbol and put it in the green bin.
All other packaging goes into the red bin.

The ECO symbol means "Event Compostable Only" – make sure you bin it at the event, and not at home.

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2833 days ago

WIN one of 4 divine Ti Ora Tea gift sets

FreshChoice New Zealand

To celebrate Valentines Day, FreshChoice are giving away FOUR chances to win one of these amazing Ti Ora Tea prize packs! Blended and packed locally; these premium teas make a perfect gift for someone special. If you and your loved one (or your neighbour!) are fans of a nice cuppa, this is the … View moreTo celebrate Valentines Day, FreshChoice are giving away FOUR chances to win one of these amazing Ti Ora Tea prize packs! Blended and packed locally; these premium teas make a perfect gift for someone special. If you and your loved one (or your neighbour!) are fans of a nice cuppa, this is the competition for you.

For your chance to win simply LIKE or THANK this post and you're in the draw!

Winners announced Monday 13 Feb. T&Cs apply.

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