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475 days ago

Green bin organics

Christchurch City Council

Christchurch City Council needs a new way to manage green bin organics. Residents say odours from the Organics Processing Plant in Bromley are affecting their health and quality of life.

A permanent solution won’t be up and running for another three to five years. Something is needed sooner, … View more
Christchurch City Council needs a new way to manage green bin organics. Residents say odours from the Organics Processing Plant in Bromley are affecting their health and quality of life.

A permanent solution won’t be up and running for another three to five years. Something is needed sooner, so five short-term options are being considered.

This change affects everyone, to learn more and give your feedback.
Find out more

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475 days ago

New World cookware stickers

Jacqui from Sydenham

Hi. I’m on a single income and will not be able to collect enough stickers for a frying pan. Does anyone have spares or have any please can I have them. Much appreciated

Free

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475 days ago

Ferrymead Lions PEA STRAW Sale tomorrow.

Bernard from Sumner

Your final reminder!

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475 days ago

Hatching a plan

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Transform your hen house into a colourful garden feature with Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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476 days ago

More sale options ready for you this weekend.

The Team from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Hi everyone
This weekend only, we have 25% off children’s clothes. Our clearance rack and $1 & $2 racks are all refreshed. If you’re looking to do a spot of reading this weekend we have all fiction/novels at $1.00.
Open 7 days, Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm, … View more
Hi everyone
This weekend only, we have 25% off children’s clothes. Our clearance rack and $1 & $2 racks are all refreshed. If you’re looking to do a spot of reading this weekend we have all fiction/novels at $1.00.
Open 7 days, Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm, Sunday 9.00am - 3.00pm
Find us at 683 Ferry Road, behind Dominoes.

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476 days ago

Cat, is it yours?

Dannielle from Opawa - Saint Martins

Sorry I couldn't figure out where to post this. This car was on my property and it looks like there is a gash out of its neck. Does anyone own this cat?

Free

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476 days ago

7 free new world stamps to give away.

Lilly from Linwood

stamps who ever needs thaem.

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476 days ago

National's ACTUAL tax proposal 31 Aug. (not the spin).

Hans & Fiona from Westmorland

Quote: “A couple, without children, earning üp to $120k PA” (ie $119,999 PA jointly or $60k each) would get an extra $100 per fortnight”.

It's actually only $60.76 /fn !! That's a $1020 pa “HOLE”. (Here's the maths.) … View more
Quote: “A couple, without children, earning üp to $120k PA” (ie $119,999 PA jointly or $60k each) would get an extra $100 per fortnight”.

It's actually only $60.76 /fn !! That's a $1020 pa “HOLE”. (Here's the maths.)
Existing Thresholds
First $14,000 @ 10.5% =$1470
Then $34,000 (to $48,000) @ 17.5% =$5950
Then $12,000 (to $60,000) @ 30% = $3600
Total Tax paid each =$11,020
National's, proposal
First $15,600 @ 10.5% =$1638
Then $37,900 (to $53,500) @ 17.5% = $6632
Then $6500 (to $60,000) @ 30% = $1950
Total Tax paid each =$10,220
ACTUAL SAVINGS =$800PA (each $30.76/fortnight) or $61.53/fn for a couple - NOT $100


“A superannuant couple ($22,869ea X 2) up to $26 boost “ It's ACTUALLY only $8.61 /fn !! That's a $452 pa “HOLE” !
Existing Thresholds
First $14,000 @ 10.5% =$1470
Then $8869 @ 17.5% =$1552
Total Tax paid each =$3022

National's, proposal
First $15,600 @ 10.5% =$1638
Then $7269 @ 17.5% = $1272
Total Tax paid each =$2910
ACTUAL SAVINGS =$112 PA (each $4.30/fortnight) or $8.61/fn for a couple. NOT $26.

When you think about the cuts (austerity) that will be needed. It's actually pretty underwhelming and insulting.

476 days ago

WanderSearch Canterbury

Emma from Spreydon

Hello. My name is Emma and i work for WanderSearch Canterbury Charitable Trust.
WanderSearch Canterbury supports vulnerable individuals who are at risk of going missing to live healthy, active lifestyles, in the communities they love.
We support vulnerable individuals who are at risk of going … View more
Hello. My name is Emma and i work for WanderSearch Canterbury Charitable Trust.
WanderSearch Canterbury supports vulnerable individuals who are at risk of going missing to live healthy, active lifestyles, in the communities they love.
We support vulnerable individuals who are at risk of going missing by supplying radio frequency devices that can be worn by the individual and allow them to be found quickly by NZ Police and Land Search and Rescue, should they go missing.

We work with all age groups and conditions e.g. dementia, autism and brain injury to name a few. A device provides peace of mind for the individual and their families that should they go missing there are methods to assist in locating them quickly.

WanderSearch Canterbury strongly believes that income should not be a barrier to receiving this vital support which is why we supply devices on a loan basis.

You can learn more about our devices here: www.wandersearch.nz...

If this sounds like something you are interested in, you can get in touch by emailing info@wandersearch.nz or call 03 907 0072.

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480 days ago

Poll: Should you mow your neighbour's berm?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The sun is out, the grass is dry and you've fired up the mower. Your neighbour's half is looking a little overgrown, do you do theirs too?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should you mow your neighbour's berm?
  • 63.9% Yes, it's the neighbourly thing to do
    63.9% Complete
  • 30.7% No, they might start to expect it
    30.7% Complete
  • 3.7% I didn't know we were supposed to mow berms?
    3.7% Complete
  • 1.7% What's a berm?
    1.7% Complete
2425 votes
503 days ago

Poll: True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

To find out the answer, click the link below and take our ‘Truth about alcohol' quiz.

www.heartfoundation.org.nz...

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True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.
  • 50.1% True
    50.1% Complete
  • 49.9% False
    49.9% Complete
2429 votes
477 days ago

Don't miss out, neighbour!

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477 days ago

CAB free clinics coming up – 30 August-5 September 2023

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Wow - we have a really busy week with lots of free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and specialist legal advice for employment and immigration, plus our Tech clinic and CV Workshop.

1. Tech clinic – Geeks on Wheels - Wednesday, 30th – 1-2pm. … View more
Wow - we have a really busy week with lots of free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and specialist legal advice for employment and immigration, plus our Tech clinic and CV Workshop.

1. Tech clinic – Geeks on Wheels - Wednesday, 30th – 1-2pm. 250 Colombo Street (Salvation Army centre) – Drop in clinic – 03 366 6490

2. Employment free legal clinic by Zoom - Wednesday, 30th from 5.45 pm - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

3. Justice of the peace – Thursday, 31st - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

4. Free legal clinics – Thursday, 31st – drop in clinic
- 1pm - 250 Colombo Street (Salvation Army centre) – 03 366 6490
- 6.15pm - 8 Goulding Ave (Hornby community centre) – 03 349 5236

5. Immigration legal advice – Thursday, 31st - 6.15pm - Hornby community centre - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

6. CV Workshop – Friday, 1st – 10am - Hornby community centre - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

7. Justice of the peace – Monday, 4th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

8. Our CAB volunteers are at the Loft – Tuesday, 5th – 11am-2pm. Upstairs in Eastgate Mall in the Library. Drop in for a chat if you want to talk through a problem.

For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.

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484 days ago

Poll: Should The Southerner passenger rail service be reinstated?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Southerner passenger train will be resurrected if The Opportunities Party (TOP) wins a seat at the general election, its leader says.

TOP’s transport policy, released on Wednesday, pledges support for a five year trial of The Southerner, the passenger rail service between Christchurch and … View more
The Southerner passenger train will be resurrected if The Opportunities Party (TOP) wins a seat at the general election, its leader says.

TOP’s transport policy, released on Wednesday, pledges support for a five year trial of The Southerner, the passenger rail service between Christchurch and Invercargill which ended in 2002.

TOP leader and Ilam candidate Raf Manji said the trial would operate between Christchurch and Dunedin, stopping in towns like Timaru and Ashburton along the way.

Depending on demand, it could operate five to seven days a week and do two or three return journeys a day. TOP has estimated the cost at $100 million, based on the costings of the Hamilton to Auckland train service, Te Huia.

What do you think? Should the service be reinstated? Read reporter Sinead Gill's full story here (subscription required) and let us know what you think in the comments below.

Should The Southerner passenger rail service be reinstated?
  • 85.9% Yes
    85.9% Complete
  • 10.7% No
    10.7% Complete
  • 3.4% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments)
    3.4% Complete
609 votes
478 days ago

Gift options, sale items and much more…

The Team from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Hi everyone
This week we have all novels/fiction books at $1.00. Be in quick for some great buys here.
Our $1, $2 and clearance racks are loaded. Plus new stock going out daily.
Open 7 days, Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday10.am - 4.00pm, Sunday 10.am - 3.pm
Find us at 683 Ferry Road, … View more
Hi everyone
This week we have all novels/fiction books at $1.00. Be in quick for some great buys here.
Our $1, $2 and clearance racks are loaded. Plus new stock going out daily.
Open 7 days, Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday10.am - 4.00pm, Sunday 10.am - 3.pm
Find us at 683 Ferry Road, opposite Dominoes.

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