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There was an interesting article in the news that came up on the computer this morning with regard to recent cases of Gold Card Fraud.
For those of you who have one, ( or who may have elderly parents with one), like me until recently ,you may not be aware that if it is taken to your local AA office… View moreThere was an interesting article in the news that came up on the computer this morning with regard to recent cases of Gold Card Fraud.
For those of you who have one, ( or who may have elderly parents with one), like me until recently ,you may not be aware that if it is taken to your local AA office along with suitable identification they will put the holders photo on it for free!
Not only does it identify the holder and possibly stop it being used if lost, but it can also be useful as a means of Identification particularly if a person no longer has a driving licence which is the normal means of photo ID.
It was not mentioned in the article which surprised me, but very few of the people and friends I have talked to have ever heard of it.
It is surprising how many businesses will give you a discount if you ask for it.
We most frequently use ours at our local Challenge Garage that gives a 15 cents per Litre discount when it is produced every time.
We have also used it to travel free on the Diamond harbour Ferry and will be going to Auckland soon and intend to use it to visit Waiheke Island.
We do not use them on the bus services but as I understand it free bus travel outside the busy travel periods is one of the main benefits that the cards are used for.
So please protect your cards and don't let them be abused or we may all loose them and that would be a sad loss.
Cheers and have a great day. Colin B.
Local emergency services have told us the routes they need to use in the event of an earthquake.
Have we missed any key transport routes in the district?
Check out the map and have your say here: bit.ly...
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View moreNew Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.
ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.
"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."
Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here
Our parks in Banks Peninsula are special, so it goes without saying we want to look after them.
To do that, we’ve come up with a plan to protect two major reserves - Misty Peaks and Te Oka.
Head online and tell us if you think of our plans - they’re still in draft form, so your feedback will … View moreOur parks in Banks Peninsula are special, so it goes without saying we want to look after them.
To do that, we’ve come up with a plan to protect two major reserves - Misty Peaks and Te Oka.
Head online and tell us if you think of our plans - they’re still in draft form, so your feedback will help us create the final versions - just click the link below!
Thanks Nadja Mclean for providing this beautiful image 😍
Does anyone need their deck....concrete etc cleaned before Christmas. If so please send me a private message and i will get back to you to discuss details. Thankyou and have a lovely day :)
Has your community got anything planned for Halloween this year? We want to hear about anything scary, cool or quirky happening this All Hallows' Eve (Wednesday - October 31). (Please let us know if you don't want your comments published by writing NFP.)
The attached pics are from the … View moreHas your community got anything planned for Halloween this year? We want to hear about anything scary, cool or quirky happening this All Hallows' Eve (Wednesday - October 31). (Please let us know if you don't want your comments published by writing NFP.)
The attached pics are from the Thrill the World event in Christchurch's Cathedral Square on Sunday, where 'zombies' gathered to dance to Michael Jackson's Thriller. The event was held in various cities around the world to celebrate how we are all one community, regardless of our political, economic and racial backgrounds.
We’re taking a closer look at how we’re managing on-street parking in the suburbs.
So, we’ve created a draft policy to try and address some of the challenges our stakeholders have identified.
Before we go any further though, we need to hear from you.
So tell us: have we got it right? … View moreWe’re taking a closer look at how we’re managing on-street parking in the suburbs.
So, we’ve created a draft policy to try and address some of the challenges our stakeholders have identified.
Before we go any further though, we need to hear from you.
So tell us: have we got it right? bit.ly...
Hi, if the driver of a white ute involved in a nose to tail outside the innes rd bp station on friday about 2.45 pm would like a witness, just call me on 0274375003
Residents living in coastal areas including Redcliffs and Sumner, who evacuated the night of the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake, are being called to take part in a major research project.
Canterbury University is aiming to survey as many residents as possible to collect data on the tsunami evacuation … View moreResidents living in coastal areas including Redcliffs and Sumner, who evacuated the night of the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake, are being called to take part in a major research project.
Canterbury University is aiming to survey as many residents as possible to collect data on the tsunami evacuation response which took place following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake.
It will focus on residents living in coastal areas such as New Brighton, Southshore and the bays of Banks Peninsula.
The survey will run over several months and a preliminary report will be completed at the end of the
year.
Survey link:
canterbury.qualtrics.com...
Full newspaper article here: www.star.kiwi...
Strong Wind Watch
Area: Canterbury Plains (including Banks Peninsula) and North Otago
Valid: 17 hours from 6:00am to 11:00pm Saturday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale at times.
Christchurch residents will have to conserve water or face restrictions as the city council races to repair wells and remove chlorine from drinking supplies before the May deadline.
A five-month campaign to cut use will kick in next week to ensure adequate water supplies while council staff shut… View moreChristchurch residents will have to conserve water or face restrictions as the city council races to repair wells and remove chlorine from drinking supplies before the May deadline.
A five-month campaign to cut use will kick in next week to ensure adequate water supplies while council staff shut down and fix 13 wells as part of improvements to infrastructure. Read more here
A special service will be held at Christchurch's Abberley Park Hall at 3.30pm on Saturday (November 3) to remember the children who have died from heart conditions.
About 12 Kiwi babies are born with heart defects every week. Many have to undergo multiple open-heart surgeries. It is the most… View moreA special service will be held at Christchurch's Abberley Park Hall at 3.30pm on Saturday (November 3) to remember the children who have died from heart conditions.
About 12 Kiwi babies are born with heart defects every week. Many have to undergo multiple open-heart surgeries. It is the most common serious birth abnormality and the leading cause of death for infants and babies in New Zealand.
The Heart Kids charity supports these children - like preschooler Poppy Taggart, pictured with her parents, Jo and Ashley.
Christchurch Family Support co-ordinator Margaret Hewitt-Hawker says Saturday's event is a chance to acknowledge these children and celebrate their lives with other heart families.
Visit www.heartcanterbury.org.nz... for more information.
Hi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! … View moreHi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.
Hey Christchurch!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating… View moreHey Christchurch!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating Subway® in Christchurch. Buy a Sub. Get one FREE. AND Subway® will donate a meal to charity. Because everyone deserves a good feed.
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