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1237 days ago

No barriers to learning

Competenz

"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to … View more
"Being deaf is no barrier to learning and seeing someone like me achieving qualifications and working in a job that has a lot of responsibility has hopefully encouraged them to give it a go.”

When Erich Krogmann started the Food and Beverage Level 2 qualification, he had to learn how to balance study with a night job and a young family, but his main challenge came in the form of his hearing disability.

Erich says he thinks he’s inspired other people with a disability to take on training.
Read Erichs full story here

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1241 days ago

Covid-19 keeps teenage sweethearts waiting after 50-year separation

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hi neighbours, here's one to pull on the heart strings...

Teenage sweethearts who rekindled their romance after more than 50 years – and nearly 20,000 kilometres apart – are still waiting to reunite thanks to Covid-19.

Jock Anderson, 74, and Elizabeth Robertson, 73, were teenage … View more
Hi neighbours, here's one to pull on the heart strings...

Teenage sweethearts who rekindled their romance after more than 50 years – and nearly 20,000 kilometres apart – are still waiting to reunite thanks to Covid-19.

Jock Anderson, 74, and Elizabeth Robertson, 73, were teenage sweethearts after attending Macandrew Intermediate School in Dunedin together in the 1960s.

The pair reignited their spark in 2019 after half a century apart when Anderson travelled to Scotland for a holiday and got in touch with Robertson, who moved there in 1972.

“As soon as I saw her, I knew the spark was still there,” Anderson said.

Their romantic story has been featured on The Times and BBC in the UK.

Read the full story on Stuff by clicking the link below.

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1238 days ago

Heat pumps

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

A couple of Heat pump installs done by Patrick.

1238 days ago

Push further, defy expectations!

No one dreams bigger than an Olympian, and nothing connects us as a nation quite like sport!
As a proud partner of the New Zealand Olympic Team, we’re getting behind our Olympians so they can turn their dreams into a reality.
Learn more

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1241 days ago

RSV outbreak: Virus hitting Kiwi kids

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hospitals around New Zealand have been strained this week by the growing number of babies and children with RSV symptoms.

Christchurch Hospital has been forced to treat all patients as being potentially infected with Covid-19 as the symptoms are similar.

One Canterbury toddler, Meah Radford, was… View more
Hospitals around New Zealand have been strained this week by the growing number of babies and children with RSV symptoms.

Christchurch Hospital has been forced to treat all patients as being potentially infected with Covid-19 as the symptoms are similar.

One Canterbury toddler, Meah Radford, was fine on Friday, but four days was in hospital in a life-threatening condition.

Mum Brittany Beddoes says it was the "scariest thing" she had ever experienced.

Click here to read more about Meah's experience and about the RSV outbreak.

What is RSV?
- A common respiratory illness caused by a virus
-Typically mild with symptoms similar to the common cold
-Can be severe in infants and vulnerable adults who can suffer fever, severe cough and difficulty breathing
-Parents are advised to call Healthline if concerned on 0800 611 116

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1240 days ago

Papanui High School Woodwork Nightclasses Term 3

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Papanui High School is offering both Beginners and Experienced Woodwork classes for Term 3. The Beginners classes are designed for people who are beginners in the field of woodwork. The class will make a common project and after gaining skills from this project they can move on to make a project … View morePapanui High School is offering both Beginners and Experienced Woodwork classes for Term 3. The Beginners classes are designed for people who are beginners in the field of woodwork. The class will make a common project and after gaining skills from this project they can move on to make a project of their own choice. The Experienced Woodwork course gives students the opportunity to develop skills and friendships while they work on a project of their own choice. Wood turning is also available in this course.

For further information and enrolment in either of these courses please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701

1240 days ago

Paint a cute cane basket

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Bring some ordinary storage baskets to life using a few Resene testpots of Resene Nero, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene White and some leafy house plants!

Find out how to create your own.

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1244 days ago

Neighbourly asking to verify email

Chris from Mairehau

Hi all, I've received 2 emails in the space of 4 hours, purportedly from Neighbourly, asking me to verify my email address with them - has anyone else received similar? It says anyone who hasn't logged into the site for 4 months will receive email claiming that your account will be … View moreHi all, I've received 2 emails in the space of 4 hours, purportedly from Neighbourly, asking me to verify my email address with them - has anyone else received similar? It says anyone who hasn't logged into the site for 4 months will receive email claiming that your account will be removed if you don't verify the email. I've definitely logged in at least a couple of times weekly. There are tiny formatting differences between these 2 emails and legit ones from Neighbourly, so I'm suspicious.

1269 days ago

Kitty Cat needing loving home

Andrea from Edgeware

This is Kitty. She needs a new home without other cats as she is afraid of them. She loves cuddles. Has all shots, spade and is micro chipped.
Please message
0221505707

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1240 days ago

Product of the week

Maree from Richmond

Rawleighs digestive support its great for heart burn and has a pleasant taste too .if you have any questions i will answer your questions as best i can

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1244 days ago

MEDIA ALCOHOL ADVERTISING

Robert from Bryndwr

I heartily agree about opposing alcohol but definitely NOT as prohibition (history has proven time and time again that Prohibition cannot and does not work). Personally, I love a beer with a nice Indian curry! I am opposed to any media advertising of alcohol and especially any promotion of it as a… View moreI heartily agree about opposing alcohol but definitely NOT as prohibition (history has proven time and time again that Prohibition cannot and does not work). Personally, I love a beer with a nice Indian curry! I am opposed to any media advertising of alcohol and especially any promotion of it as a necessary social lubricant... The topic is, essentially, about harm minimization. About not glamorizing it to youth and children or those with potential substance and drug abuse problems.
Incidentally, Chloe Swarbrick, (Greens Party) a get-up-and-go person, has just (circa June, 2021) floated a Bill proposal in Parliament opposing alcohol advertising. The Labour Party also has a long held and firm Party resolution on on their books about NO alcohol advertising.

The Alcohol sector has a LOT of Parties' election funds to spread around and can purchase the finest governments money can buy! The Australian Federal Government banned alcohol advertising some 30 years or so ago.

The Nats have NO interest in banning alcohol advertising because, Simon Bridges (my personal eye-to eye meeting with him) says it "will cost jobs." A very typical NeoLiberal political stance.
Regards, Robert Walker, B.A. Grad. Dip Sc. PG Cert.Arts.

1241 days ago

Papanui High School Watercolour Painting Nightclasses Term 3

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Would you like to learn how to paint? Papanui High School is offering a Watercolour Painting for Beginners Nightclass for Term 3 beginning on Monday 2 August 7-9 pm for 7 weeks at a cost of $134. This course taught by Verity Busby will teach students how to choose the correct papers, paints and … View moreWould you like to learn how to paint? Papanui High School is offering a Watercolour Painting for Beginners Nightclass for Term 3 beginning on Monday 2 August 7-9 pm for 7 weeks at a cost of $134. This course taught by Verity Busby will teach students how to choose the correct papers, paints and brushes as well as how to mix colours, control water and a variety of techniques for creating fun and beautiful works of art. For further information and enrolment please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701

1241 days ago

Service > Selection> Price >

Smiths Sports Shoes

At Smiths Sports Shoes we really do believe in looking after your feet.

We are very keen to find out what you will be using your footwear for and will use this information to find the ideal footwear choice for you.

You will be looked after by friendly helpful people who care about your … View more
At Smiths Sports Shoes we really do believe in looking after your feet.

We are very keen to find out what you will be using your footwear for and will use this information to find the ideal footwear choice for you.

You will be looked after by friendly helpful people who care about your footwear needs.

On top of the exceptional service we provide, you will also benefit from the massive range we carry. Currently over 5000 pairs in store. On top of this we can offer you over 2500 pairs with savings of 30-50% off RRP.

At Smiths we have all bases covered Service, Selection and Price.
Shop now

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1243 days ago

Hairdressing Models wanted

Christina from Papanui

My name is Savannah, I am a year 3 apprentice and I am looking for models for....
Chemical straightening or
Removal of unwanted colour.
There will be a minimal cost involved to cover product only.
Contact Savannah on 03 352 8341

1242 days ago

Hi All

Andrea from Edgeware

Im looking for about 10hrs extra work in a dairy or retail.. can do more if needed. My number is 0221595707,😁

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