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1954 days ago

Poll: Do you support the teachers strike ?

Chanelle from Sydenham

Let us know by taking the poll coments welcomed

Do you support the teachers strike ?
  • 67.6% Yes i do
    67.6% Complete
  • 10.8% Undecided
    10.8% Complete
  • 21.6% No i dont
    21.6% Complete
37 votes
1954 days ago

Poll: Have you struggled to arrange childcare as a result of today's teacher strike?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Across the country, close to 50,000 primary, intermediate and secondary school teachers have said they will walk off the job for a one-day "mega-strike".

Education Minister Chris Hipkins, in the lead-up to the strike, said the offer to primary and secondary teachers worth $1.2 billion … View more
Across the country, close to 50,000 primary, intermediate and secondary school teachers have said they will walk off the job for a one-day "mega-strike".

Education Minister Chris Hipkins, in the lead-up to the strike, said the offer to primary and secondary teachers worth $1.2 billion over four years would not be increased.

To read more, click here

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Have you struggled to arrange childcare as a result of today's teacher strike?
  • 13.9% Yes
    13.9% Complete
  • 29.8% No
    29.8% Complete
  • 56.3% Does not impact me
    56.3% Complete
1184 votes
1955 days ago

Family-friendly Zumba class at the Hub - Wednesday 10am

Carly McCall from Phillipstown Community Hub

Looking for something fun to do while the kids are home tomorrow?
Join Fitclub at the Hub for a family-friendly Zumba party at the Hub! In Room 8, starting 10am (doors open 9:30) - Just $2 per adult, children are FREE. They can join in or simply hang out and play with some great friends. Snacks … View more
Looking for something fun to do while the kids are home tomorrow?
Join Fitclub at the Hub for a family-friendly Zumba party at the Hub! In Room 8, starting 10am (doors open 9:30) - Just $2 per adult, children are FREE. They can join in or simply hang out and play with some great friends. Snacks and toys provided <3

Zumba runs EVERY Wednesday at 10am - always just $2 - as well as a range of other terrific kid-friendly fitness classes five days per week. Visit Fitclub at the Hub on Facebook to learn more!

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1955 days ago

Talofa and Happy Samoa Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Samoa Language Week is an opportunity for every New Zealander to come together to help protect the stories, cultures and traditions our Pacific languages hold, for the benefit of future generations.

In honour of this month's national campaign, here's some common words you can learn to … View more
Samoa Language Week is an opportunity for every New Zealander to come together to help protect the stories, cultures and traditions our Pacific languages hold, for the benefit of future generations.

In honour of this month's national campaign, here's some common words you can learn to say and use in Samoan while out supporting our young people.

#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople

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1955 days ago

Severe weather watch - strong winds expected

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Area: Canterbury Plains including Christchurch and Banks Peninsula
Valid: 24 hours from 3:00pm Wednesday to 3:00pm Thursday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times, especially near the foothills and about Banks Peninsula.

Area: Otago and Southland
Valid: … View more
Area: Canterbury Plains including Christchurch and Banks Peninsula
Valid: 24 hours from 3:00pm Wednesday to 3:00pm Thursday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times, especially near the foothills and about Banks Peninsula.

Area: Otago and Southland
Valid: 9 hours from 2:00pm to 11:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places during this time.

Please note, that for western areas of the South Island, this is a significant rain event and that total accumulations may exceed 500mm in some places by the end of the week.

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1955 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.
Find out more

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1956 days ago
1956 days ago

Poll: Do you support the teachers' mega-strike this Wednesday?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

About 50,000 primary and secondary teachers will swap their pens for placards after their two unions rejected a series of pay offers. It will affect hundreds of thousands of students in more than 2000 schools.
To read more, click here

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Do you support the teachers' mega-strike this Wednesday?
  • 56.7% Yes!
    56.7% Complete
  • 37.6% No.
    37.6% Complete
  • 5.7% Haven't really thought about it.
    5.7% Complete
1924 votes
1959 days ago

Creative Writing Workshops at Phillipstown Hub

Carly McCall from Phillipstown Community Hub

Does the heart of a writer beat within you?
Ever wanted to write poetry? Or short stories?

Writing workshops at the Hub have commenced on Wednesdays 1-3pm, $2 koha.
Everyone welcome!

Contact Hub office for more information tel 379 3256 or 0204 121 6155 or email info@phillipstown.org.nz

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1958 days ago

Looking to spruce up your walls?

Resene

Dress up and your walls and save 30% with Resene!

We have thousands of wallpaper collections available with a huge range of designs - from modern and contemporary to retro to colourful and creative for the kids.

Pop into your local Resene ColorShop and our team can help you find the perfect … View more
Dress up and your walls and save 30% with Resene!

We have thousands of wallpaper collections available with a huge range of designs - from modern and contemporary to retro to colourful and creative for the kids.

Pop into your local Resene ColorShop and our team can help you find the perfect design to suit.

Hurry, sale ends 4th June 2019.
Colour your walls

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1958 days ago

Attention !! Investment Opportunity or First Home Buyers "Offers over $228,000"

Mike from Addington

Address: Flat 5,28 Taramea Place, Addington , Christchurch
To view phone 0272064550


Well-proportioned two Double Bedroom unit For Sale. Concrete block construction and small gardens off low maintenance,and with new Hot water cylinder and carpet throughout.

Addington is a fantastic location in … View more
Address: Flat 5,28 Taramea Place, Addington , Christchurch
To view phone 0272064550


Well-proportioned two Double Bedroom unit For Sale. Concrete block construction and small gardens off low maintenance,and with new Hot water cylinder and carpet throughout.

Addington is a fantastic location in the Garden City as not far from central Christchurch but even more so the local convenience stores, cafes,restaurants,Parks and of course Christchurch Stadium and Events Centre are all within walking distance.



Some of the great features Include:



-New Carpet

-New Hot Water Cylinder

-Heatpump

-Dishwasher

-2 Double Bedrooms

-Conservatory

-Privacy and Security

-Large Living

-Aluminium Joinery and Partially retrofitted Double Glazing



GV. $240,000

Floor area 74m2

Price: $228,000

1959 days ago

Happy Friday Neighbourhood Supporters! 🗣💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here's some good food for thought as we head into the weekend.

#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople

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1959 days ago

Poll: Do you support students striking for climate change?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Tens of thousands of students will take to the streets for the second time this year to strike for climate change action.

From marches and rallies to tree planting and beach clean ups, New Zealand's youth are doing all they can to bring attention to the issue.

To read more here

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Do you support students striking for climate change?
  • 48.1% Yes, absolutely.
    48.1% Complete
  • 5.5% I don't care.
    5.5% Complete
  • 46.3% No, I don't.
    46.3% Complete
2270 votes
1959 days ago

Poll: Do you support the 70,000 primary and secondary teachers going on strike?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Teachers in area schools have voted to join primary and secondary teachers in New Zealand's largest-ever education strike on May 29.

The strike is the first time all teachers in the compulsory schooling sector have taken strike action simultaneously.

The teachers, who are jointly … View more
Teachers in area schools have voted to join primary and secondary teachers in New Zealand's largest-ever education strike on May 29.

The strike is the first time all teachers in the compulsory schooling sector have taken strike action simultaneously.

The teachers, who are jointly represented by primary and secondary teachers' unions NZEI Te Riu Roa and PPTA, voted to strike after four days of talks with the Ministry of Education failed to result in an offer. Read more here.

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Do you support the 70,000 primary and secondary teachers going on strike?
  • 60.1% Yes, they deserve a better deal.
    60.1% Complete
  • 3.5% No, it's inconvenient having to arrange childcare.
    3.5% Complete
  • 36.5% No, the unions should accept the offer on the table
    36.5% Complete
1094 votes
1959 days ago

Create memories in your home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Get arty with the kids by creating this fun wall flag.

Follow our design or create your own personalised design and colour combinations.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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