Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

2038 days ago

Demand for Christchurch's Cholmondeley Children's Centre up 150 per cent in nine years

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Solo dad Raymond was shaking when he first took his two children to stay at Cholmondeley Children's Centre in Christchurch.
But with no family support, he needed help.

It has been more than two years and his two children – Renee, 9, and Dray, 8 – stay at the respite centre for five … View more
Solo dad Raymond was shaking when he first took his two children to stay at Cholmondeley Children's Centre in Christchurch.
But with no family support, he needed help.

It has been more than two years and his two children – Renee, 9, and Dray, 8 – stay at the respite centre for five nights every six weeks.

More than 500 children stay at the largely community-funded Governors Bay centre each year, an unprecedented increase from less than 200 in 2011, which chief executive said could be indicative of the "increasing gap between the rich and the poor".

2038 days ago

A new way to report lost property to Police

New Zealand Police

Lost something? You can now report lost property to Police at police.govt.nz. Whether it’s your phone, a wallet or your keys that you’ve lost, you can now let Police know without picking up the phone. As well as reporting lost property, you can also report non-emergencies like theft, vandalism … View moreLost something? You can now report lost property to Police at police.govt.nz. Whether it’s your phone, a wallet or your keys that you’ve lost, you can now let Police know without picking up the phone. As well as reporting lost property, you can also report non-emergencies like theft, vandalism and shoplifting online, as well as get updates on a Police report you’ve already made. Just remember, always call 111 in event of an emergency. Find out more here. Find out more

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2038 days ago

Could you be our next Volunteer Support Worker?

Victim Support

We’re seeking Volunteer Support Workers throughout Aotearoa, New Zealand! Your role will be providing information and support to victims affected by crime and trauma in your own community. APPLY NOW or check out this video to learn more about the role. Learn more

2039 days ago

A quick and easy project for the weekend

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

If you’re someone who often looks at abstract art and thinks to yourself “I could do that,” this project will be right up your alley. Use a new frame or recycle an old one. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick … View moreIf you’re someone who often looks at abstract art and thinks to yourself “I could do that,” this project will be right up your alley. Use a new frame or recycle an old one. 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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2042 days ago

Kiwis need to halve car use by 2050 to sufficiently improve health

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

New Zealanders need to almost halve their number of car trips to satisfactorily improve our health and wellbeing, a new report claims.

The University of Otago report, Turning the Tide - from Cars to Active Transport, has recommended the Government put targets and legislation in place to reduce car… View more
New Zealanders need to almost halve their number of car trips to satisfactorily improve our health and wellbeing, a new report claims.

The University of Otago report, Turning the Tide - from Cars to Active Transport, has recommended the Government put targets and legislation in place to reduce car use in urban centres from 84 per cent of trips to 45 per cent by 2050.

The report claims two-thirds of car trips made for commuting between 2015 and 2017 were within a comfortable cycling distance (five kilometres or less), while one-third were within a reasonable walking distance (2km or less).

2041 days ago
2046 days ago

purchase or donation

Juliana from Sockburn

Hello everyone, good afternoon! I am pregnant, I live in Sockburn and am looking for crib and Changing table, used and in good condition, accepted as a donation, or to buy, for a fair price. Does anyone have or know anyone they have?
Thank you

2040 days ago

Helping Christchurch kids Feel Brave

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

An award-winning Kiwi author is teaming up with the Life Education Trust and technology company Cisco to help Christchurch children deal with anxiety, build resilience and practice empathy.

Avril McDonald is sharing her Feel Brave stories and strategies with five local schools this week, … View more
An award-winning Kiwi author is teaming up with the Life Education Trust and technology company Cisco to help Christchurch children deal with anxiety, build resilience and practice empathy.

Avril McDonald is sharing her Feel Brave stories and strategies with five local schools this week, including Riccarton Primary School, pictured below.

Life Education chief executive John O'Connell said many young people in Christchurch had experienced significant trauma, firstly with the earthquakes and more recently with the March 15 terror attack that forced schools across the city to go into lockdown.

"It doesn't compare to my experience growing up in Christchurch, or anywhere in New Zealand for that matter."

Every child needed support to help build resilience to deal with adveristy in their lives, he said.

Five storey-telling videos showing powerful coping strategies would be produced from McDonald's visit in Christchurch and shared with children around New Zealand and the world.

2040 days ago

Supporting Our Young People – May 1st to 31st 👥

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

‘The children are our future.’ It’s a well-loved cliché around the world because it’s absolutely true. The hopes and dreams we have for our communities are only as strong as the children and young people who continue to believe in them long after we’re gone.

This month is all about … View more
‘The children are our future.’ It’s a well-loved cliché around the world because it’s absolutely true. The hopes and dreams we have for our communities are only as strong as the children and young people who continue to believe in them long after we’re gone.

This month is all about supporting our young people, to encourage and empower them to not only be the change-makers and community builders of tomorrow but also the best versions of themselves. To listen to their perspective and remember that it’s not just about what we can teach them, but what lessons they can teach us. After all, the recipe for creating healthy, happy children includes a lot of the same ingredients for building safer, more resilient and connected communities.

Want to share your thoughts?

Let us know how you’re supporting young people in your communities this month by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZsupportingouryoungpeople

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2041 days ago

The Resene Upcyling Awards - Last call!

Resene

Last Call for all of you creative cookies and DIY devotees to submit your work in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Remember, it can be an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for. Let us see these creations!

Submit your entry in the 2019 Resene … View more
Last Call for all of you creative cookies and DIY devotees to submit your work in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Remember, it can be an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for. Let us see these creations!

Submit your entry in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Of course, there are goodies to be won including four prizes up for grabs worth $500 (plus spot prizes). Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Enter now

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2041 days ago

Hornby Toy Library Volunteers Needed

Amanda from Wigram

The Hornby Toy Library is in desperate need of some help.  We are in the old Sockburn School grounds at 34 Springs Road.  We are open Thur 5.30 to 7pm & on Saturday 9.30 till 12.  The Library is run by a volunteer committee and a paid librarian.  We need help checking of toys when they are … View moreThe Hornby Toy Library is in desperate need of some help.  We are in the old Sockburn School grounds at 34 Springs Road.  We are open Thur 5.30 to 7pm & on Saturday 9.30 till 12.  The Library is run by a volunteer committee and a paid librarian.  We need help checking of toys when they are returned and other bits & pieces.  No experience is needed and any help would be greatly appreciated.  If you have the time to give even 1 session a week or month if would really help us out.  Give me a call or text Amanda 0276283080

2042 days ago

Save these natives - plant them in your garden

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

More than 80 per cent of our native plants occur nowhere else in the world.

2042 days ago

Things for Sale ,Raising Money To Buy Ink Cartridges

Mark & Rachael from Upper Riccarton

For Sale
Trampoline
$15 Warehouse Voucher
$50 Farmers Voucher
$20 Bendon Voucher
Fourposter Barbie bed(suitable for collector to display doll on)
Assortment of Wood and Garden Sleepers

$130 for the lot (will consider selling items separately)

Price: $130

2042 days ago

Rain causes surface flooding on some roads

The Team from Christchurch City Council

We're seeing some strong winds which are set to continue into the evening. There's also patches of heavy rain across the region with some surface water on the roads. Take care while driving!

For information about roads affected by surface flooding: www.ccc.govt.nz...

If you'd like … View more
We're seeing some strong winds which are set to continue into the evening. There's also patches of heavy rain across the region with some surface water on the roads. Take care while driving!

For information about roads affected by surface flooding: www.ccc.govt.nz...

If you'd like to get in touch with us, give us a call on 03 941 8999

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2042 days ago

Severe Weather Watch - strong winds

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This Watch covers the possibility of south to southwest winds rising to severe gale in exposed coastal parts of Canterbury this afternoon and evening.

Area: Coastal Canterbury, including Christchurch and especially Banks Peninsula
Valid: 9 hours from 12:00pm to 9:00pm Monday
Forecast: South to… View more
This Watch covers the possibility of south to southwest winds rising to severe gale in exposed coastal parts of Canterbury this afternoon and evening.

Area: Coastal Canterbury, including Christchurch and especially Banks Peninsula
Valid: 9 hours from 12:00pm to 9:00pm Monday
Forecast: South to southwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places during this time, especially about higher parts of Banks Peninsula.

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