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2389 days ago

Spooky Men are coming!

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

The Spooky Men's Chorale - founded by Christchurch born Stephen Taberner - are coming to the city this weekend! Do you have tickets? Their Saturday evening show is sold out but the 4pm family show will still pack the full Spooky experience.
There is also a singing workshop hosted by the men … View more
The Spooky Men's Chorale - founded by Christchurch born Stephen Taberner - are coming to the city this weekend! Do you have tickets? Their Saturday evening show is sold out but the 4pm family show will still pack the full Spooky experience.
There is also a singing workshop hosted by the men at Cathedral College tomorrow. See the story below for details and links.
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2389 days ago

Operatunity Concert Rat Pack Returns!

Claire Mitchell from Operatunity Daytime Concerts

Join Operatunity for the Rat Pack Returns! Led by crowd pleaser Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and accompanied by a live band, we pay tribute to The Rat Pack. Featuring many of the all-time favourites like My Way and Fly Me to the Moon. Joining them is the multi-talented Rutene Spooner - he promises to … View moreJoin Operatunity for the Rat Pack Returns! Led by crowd pleaser Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and accompanied by a live band, we pay tribute to The Rat Pack. Featuring many of the all-time favourites like My Way and Fly Me to the Moon. Joining them is the multi-talented Rutene Spooner - he promises to reprise his amazing version of Mr Bojangles - and our exciting newcomer Tainui Kuru.

Take a walk down memory lane as our singers blend vocally with tight harmonies and melodious singing, and enjoy the camaraderie and antics that the original Rat Pack were famous for.
Buy tickets now!

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2393 days ago

Opposition to Liquor Licence on my patch!!!

Paul from Phillipstown

On Monday 19/3 & Tuesday 20/3 the Hearing to oppose the building of a Liquorland store takes place @ 180 Smith St from 10am-5pm. A huge effort has gone in by the Phillipstown/Linwood community and others. We need as many citizens as possible to come to not only support us who will speak but … View moreOn Monday 19/3 & Tuesday 20/3 the Hearing to oppose the building of a Liquorland store takes place @ 180 Smith St from 10am-5pm. A huge effort has gone in by the Phillipstown/Linwood community and others. We need as many citizens as possible to come to not only support us who will speak but indicate to the Applicant, and any others this license is not good for our community. Please attend when you can.
Thanks.
 Paul Mulvaney

2389 days ago

City council must find another $1.6 million to finish Christchurch's delayed Ngā Puna Wai sports hub

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council needs to find another $1.6 million to complete the delayed first stage of the multimillion-dollar Ngā Puna Wai sports hub.

Stage one's athletics and hockey facilities are now expected to open this winter, while tennis facilities will open next summer and rugby… View more
The Christchurch City Council needs to find another $1.6 million to complete the delayed first stage of the multimillion-dollar Ngā Puna Wai sports hub.

Stage one's athletics and hockey facilities are now expected to open this winter, while tennis facilities will open next summer and rugby league facilities will open in autumn 2019.

2389 days ago

Quirky products at Mainland Chroma

claire.jackson@mrcpaint.co.nz from Mainland Chroma

Wood Rosin - It looks a little like yellow Kryptonite and has many different powers. Wood Rosin has been traditional used by dancers to increase the grip on their shoes. We recently sold Wood Rosin to a dancer Liberate Pole Dance & Exercise studio.

2389 days ago

Neighbours Day this Weekend!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018

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2390 days ago

5 Star Google Review!

Sarah Rea from

5 Star Google Review, thanks to our excellent maintenance team led by Tom Greenem!

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2390 days ago

GARAGE SALE

Susan from Woolston

This Saturday 24 March rain or shine. Portman St, Woolston. Signs and balloons out at 8.30am - 12.30. All sorts of items. Anything left for the last 30 minutes will be half the price.

2390 days ago

Have your say on the future of tax

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working … View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website today to watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Have your say on the future of tax at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
Find out more

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2401 days ago
2390 days ago

Recap: Your decorating dilemmas answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

A talented duo of colour and painting experts from Resene joined us for a chat on Homed tonight to answer all your colour conundrums and share their top tips for perfecting your paint jobs.

If you missed it, you can still check out what they had to say and pick up some new ideas, here.

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2390 days ago

Wednesday Zumba is ON at the Phillipstown Hub! Just $2!

Carly from Waltham

Kia ora neighbours!


It's almost Wednesday, and you know what that means!
ZUMBA, baby. Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, 10am for Zumba with Lisa.

You'll find us in Room 6 at the Phillipstown Community Hub, 39 Nursery Rd. Kids are very welcome - we've got toys and a few shared snacks … View more
Kia ora neighbours!


It's almost Wednesday, and you know what that means!
ZUMBA, baby. Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, 10am for Zumba with Lisa.

You'll find us in Room 6 at the Phillipstown Community Hub, 39 Nursery Rd. Kids are very welcome - we've got toys and a few shared snacks for those who don't feel like joining in :)

Zumba is just $2 and don't forget your water bottle!
Join us for a great affordable workout in a fun, encouraging, non-judgemental space. We'd love to see you there.

<3
Your Fitclub team - Carly , Tash, Rachel (and Lisa!)
Search 'Fitclub at the Hub' on Facebook for more info on our FOUR weekly $2 fitness sessions :)

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2391 days ago

Hood Hairdryer

Paul from Woolston

We would like to bu a salon style hood hairdryer. Retro would be great, but newer would still be ok. Many thanks, Cathy & Paul

2392 days ago

Boxfit Tuesday at Phillipstown Community Hub! 10am

Carly from Waltham

Who's keen for some Boxfit?!

Boxfit Tuesday is back tomorrow at 10 am, Room 4, at the Phillipstown Hub (39 Nursery Rd.) 👊👍😂


No spoilers on tomorrow's workout but you know it's going to make you sweat and you're going to love it! As always, just $2 per session and … View more
Who's keen for some Boxfit?!

Boxfit Tuesday is back tomorrow at 10 am, Room 4, at the Phillipstown Hub (39 Nursery Rd.) 👊👍😂


No spoilers on tomorrow's workout but you know it's going to make you sweat and you're going to love it! As always, just $2 per session and don't forget that water bottle. Gloves and pads provided, but you're welcome to bring your own.


We <3 kids at Fitclub. We have toys and snacks on offer, plus lots of company, to keep them busy while you work out.Feel free to bring a shared snack for the communal table but it's not compulsory, kids can graze regardless.


Everyone's welcome - all ages, sizes, genders welcome to join in and give it a go. We'll do our best to help you make it work for you and your abilities! If you have any questions please drop us a line.
Search 'Fitclub at the Hub' on Facebook to learn more about us and our four fitness sessions each week.

See you there!
Carly, Rachel & Tash - the Fitclub team.

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2392 days ago

A beginner's guide to upcycling

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.

We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life … View more
Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.

We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life into pre-loved treasures. We'd love to see the results of your own upcycling projects - you can share your before and after pics here. And don't forget you can enter them in Neighbourly's Upcycling awards too!

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