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The New Zealand Dance Company is going on tour! Direct from Paris’ prestigious Théâtre National de Chaillot and the Capstone Theatre in Liverpool, The New Zealand Dance Company is proud to present one of its most celebrated and sought after programmes, Lumina, to Christchurch on Thursday 10 May… View moreThe New Zealand Dance Company is going on tour! Direct from Paris’ prestigious Théâtre National de Chaillot and the Capstone Theatre in Liverpool, The New Zealand Dance Company is proud to present one of its most celebrated and sought after programmes, Lumina, to Christchurch on Thursday 10 May at the Isaac Theatre Royal.
Book your tickets now, and join us at the intersection of contemporary light, music and movement.
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I have a lounge suite to give away, was made by a Chch company to order so is top quality although is getting a bit tire now and is missing the middle cushion on the couch "was in my car when it got stolen' Idea for someone to recover or just need a free lounge suite, if not gone by … View moreI have a lounge suite to give away, was made by a Chch company to order so is top quality although is getting a bit tire now and is missing the middle cushion on the couch "was in my car when it got stolen' Idea for someone to recover or just need a free lounge suite, if not gone by Saturday morning it is off to the dump. Can drop of for a small fee
Stephen 0276363736
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They marched, sang, and stood in silence. Thousands of people gathered around the country to remember the fallen on Anzac Day. For all your Anzac coverage, click here.
Every year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?
For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was… View moreEvery year without fail, the red blooms appear on politicians' jackets and in street appeals - but have you ever wondered where they came from?
For many younger New Zealanders, the poppy could seem to be a symbol of Anzac pride. However, it had little to do with the Anzacs at first, but was rather originally conceived for an American audience.
The symbol of the poppy itself comes from Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae's famous WW1 poem 'In Flanders fields', which begins with the opening lines: "In Flanders fields the poppies blow, between the crosses row on row".
It was these moving verses which inspired American war secretary Moina Michael to use red silk poppies as a symbol of remembrance.
After campaigning for two years to get the symbol recognised nationally, the poppy was adopted by the National American Legion as their official symbol at a conference in 1920.
Attending this conference was Frenchwoman Anna A Guérin, who saw the potential to sell poppies and put the proceeds towards caring for veterans, their families and poor children. She also had the foresight to take it beyond America to Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
After her representative Colonel Alfred Moffatt suggested the idea to the RSA in September 1921, a motion was passed and the RSA placed the first order for poppies.
Like the other countries, the RSA was planning to hold its first annual Poppy Appeal around Armistice Day (November 11): however, thanks to the French ship carrying the poppies arriving late, the decision was made to delay sales until Anzac Day, 1922.
The first Poppy Appeal was a huge success, birthing the tradition where poppies go on sale in the weeks before Anzac Day and thus tying them to the day forever.
While the poppies were originally sourced from France, the RSA began producing its own in 1931, which were made by former servicemen in Auckland and Christchurch. Production was to go offshore again in 2010: however, this proved controversial and the contract eventually returned to Christchurch for the period from 2014 to 2019.
As poppies reappear this year, take a moment to remember their long journey and how they help the very organisation caring for our soldiers.
Yet more importantly, like the generations before us moved by McCrae's poem, remember those Flanders fields and what the symbol truly stands for - to never forget.
Story by Jordan Gowan
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Staples Rodway Limited
Selling Fisher&Paykle washing mashine it is stuck in an unbalanced state so does not wash good for spares or mechanical person to fix.
Hi my 10 year old boy needs to earn some pocket money and will happy to come and vacuum your house for $10.00. I will be supervising to start with.
3 lovely books that help children take an interest in cooking. Pity I didn't find these before the holidays but I guess they will do for the next ones.
On Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.
Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than … View moreOn Wednesday, April 25, New Zealand and Australian soldiers – the Anzacs – landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey.
Since 1916, Anzac Day has become the day New Zealanders acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all people involved in military conflicts. It commemorates more than 300,000 New Zealanders who served their country and the 30,000 who have died in service, and had been a public holiday since 1921.
A list of the main services across the region is included in the link below. For local services contact your RSA.
SEEING GOD'S WORD IN A COMPLETELY NEW WAY
Tuesday 1st, Wednesday 2nd & Thursday 3rd May 7:30pm
(Thursday will be a Q&A session)
Empower Church I 140 Springfield Rd St Albans
Shane Willard is from Charleston, SC (USA), and has been in full-time ministry for over 20 years, with … View moreSEEING GOD'S WORD IN A COMPLETELY NEW WAY
Tuesday 1st, Wednesday 2nd & Thursday 3rd May 7:30pm
(Thursday will be a Q&A session)
Empower Church I 140 Springfield Rd St Albans
Shane Willard is from Charleston, SC (USA), and has been in full-time ministry for over 20 years, with degrees in both clinical psychology and theology.
Shane is known for being an informative, brilliant and humorous communicator, mentored by a pastor with rabbinical training, Shane teaches the context of the Scriptures from a Hebraic perspective.
This perspective helps people to see God's Word in a completely new way and leads them into a more intimate relationship with the Messiah, Jesus Christ. An offering will be taken during all sessions.
ENDORSED BY LEADING PASTORS AROUND THE WORLD,
SHANE IS A BIBLICAL COMMUNICATOR YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS.
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This is an invitation to come and join us for our Community Lunch, which is happening on Thursday 10th May 11:30am at Empower Church.
We always have a great time connecting with others from the community over a 2-course meal, and all it costs is a gold coin donation. The support that we receive … View moreThis is an invitation to come and join us for our Community Lunch, which is happening on Thursday 10th May 11:30am at Empower Church.
We always have a great time connecting with others from the community over a 2-course meal, and all it costs is a gold coin donation. The support that we receive from Empower Church, City Harvest NZ and St Albans Fruit & Vege Co-Op -(Foodtogether), helps us make this lunch happen every month.
So save the date and bring someone along, to enjoy lunch and a chance to meet new friends.
Thursday 10th May 11:30am I Empower Church I 140 Springfield Rd St Albans I Gold Coin Donation.
Complete today, thank you Craig Williams it was much appreciated and I’ll have two happy children now.
Does anyone want to earn some money, I have a new 14ft trampoline with instructions that I would like to pay someone to assemble for me please at anytime that suits you.
Location Papanui - … View moreComplete today, thank you Craig Williams it was much appreciated and I’ll have two happy children now.
Does anyone want to earn some money, I have a new 14ft trampoline with instructions that I would like to pay someone to assemble for me please at anytime that suits you.
Location Papanui - Main North Road by Foodstuffs.
If you are looking for quality Coconut Oil, then look no further. Empower Church has "Pure & Natural", 500ml Extra Virgin Coconut Oil for sale, as a fundraiser for our new building.
Pure & Natural Coconut Oil is made from fresh coconuts, cold pressed and naturally processed … View moreIf you are looking for quality Coconut Oil, then look no further. Empower Church has "Pure & Natural", 500ml Extra Virgin Coconut Oil for sale, as a fundraiser for our new building.
Pure & Natural Coconut Oil is made from fresh coconuts, cold pressed and naturally processed quickly and organically. There are no additives, chemicals or heating processes involved in its production. The result is a pure and natural, organic, unrefined and highly stable coconut oil, comprising 51.7% lauric acid content.
Check out the website for more info about this product or to purchase today!
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