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491 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
486 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Recovery from Feeling Depressed

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low? Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated … View more
Recovery from Feeling Depressed

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low? Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated from family, friends and loved ones? Find out how AEA members have used the Twelve Step programme to overcome the low feelings associated with addictive eating and go on to live joyful, positive lives.

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486 days ago

Free tech clinic

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Geeks on Wheels will be holding their free drop in clinic on Wednesday, 30th August – 1-2pm
- 250 Colombo Street (within the Salvation Army centre)

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488 days ago

Are You a Low or Standard User?

The Team from NZ Compare

Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change … View more
Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change based on how many people are living at your house, what appliances you have running and/or what is used to cook with and heat the home.

Make sure you're on the right plan, take a squizz at our handy guide.
Learn more now

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492 days ago

Chicken manure! Rotary fund raiser!

Alan from Beckenham

Final notice!

This Saturday 26th August our highly prized fertiliser goes on sale at a main arterial near you!
At just $7 per 12kg (average) bag it is an absolute bargain.
We usually sell out by 1pm so you will need to be quick!

Sale sites:
Outside Cashmere Club.
Cashmere Road near Crichton Tce.
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Final notice!

This Saturday 26th August our highly prized fertiliser goes on sale at a main arterial near you!
At just $7 per 12kg (average) bag it is an absolute bargain.
We usually sell out by 1pm so you will need to be quick!

Sale sites:
Outside Cashmere Club.
Cashmere Road near Crichton Tce.
Halswell Road opp Halswell Timber.
Harewood Road near Nunweek Park.
Yaldhurst / Racecourse Roads corner.
Wairakei Road outside school.
Innes Road outside Malvern Park.
Pages / Woodham Roads corner.
McCormacks Bay near Soleares Ave.

All proceeds go to our charitable work.

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489 days ago

Cozy up with a coffee and your favourite magazine this winter

Mags4Gifts

Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best… View more
Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best sellers which include NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and The TV Guide. T&Cs apply.

The team at Mags4Gifts
Find out more

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516 days ago

Rotary Club chicken manure..

Alan from Beckenham

Rotary Club of Christchurch South. Chicken manure!
Greetings!
As mentioned..back with more info including selling sites!
The Rotary Club of Christchurch South is reminding folks that our annual fundraiser is on!
We will be home delivering (see our web site www.christchurchsouthrotary.org.nz...View more
Rotary Club of Christchurch South. Chicken manure!
Greetings!
As mentioned..back with more info including selling sites!
The Rotary Club of Christchurch South is reminding folks that our annual fundraiser is on!
We will be home delivering (see our web site www.christchurchsouthrotary.org.nz... and place an order under the item on chicken manure) on Saturday 19th August and selling from our usual street sites on Saturday Aust 26th. Reserve day if wet is Saturday September 2nd.
At just $7.00 per bag (delivery fee $10) it is a bargain not to be missed!
If ordering from our website please be advised you will need to type in www.christchurchrotary.org.nz... rather than searching with Google. Find our article and at the bottom is a link.
Selling sites: Colombo St, (outside Casmere Club). Cashmere Rd, (opp Crichton Tce). Halswell Rd,(opp Halswell Timber).
Wairakei Rd,( outside school). Harewood Rd, (near Nunweek Park). Pages Rd, (near Woodham Rd). McCormacks Bay Rd, (near Solearas Ave.). Innes Rd, (by Malvern Park). Yaldhurst Rd, (near Racecourse Rd.).
See you there anytime after 8 30 until early afternoon or all sold out!

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489 days ago
490 days ago

Do you need help with writing your CV ?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Our CV workshop is on !
If you need help with your CV then come along. It helps create a good first impression with a potential new employer.

This FREE workshop is held by an experienced CV writer who can advise you on how to make your CV the best it can be and help you get that dream job.
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Our CV workshop is on !
If you need help with your CV then come along. It helps create a good first impression with a potential new employer.

This FREE workshop is held by an experienced CV writer who can advise you on how to make your CV the best it can be and help you get that dream job.
The next workshop is on the 1st September, from 10.00-11.30am, at Hornby community centre ( same building as the library )

To book your place email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

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490 days ago

Worried About Winter Bills?

The Team from NZ Compare

Final call for winter deals, neighbours!
Worried about facing those winter bills? No worries, our budget-friendly power and broadband plans have you covered. Stay cozy, stay connected, and stress less. Hurry, these offers won't last!

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520 days ago

Cook a Heart Healthy Meal Today!

Heart Foundation NZ

A heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep … View moreA heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep your heart healthy. Let's get cooking! #HeartHealthy #EatingWell

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490 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for peas?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for pea recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 27, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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491 days ago

More Kiwis eligible for insulation grants

EECA

Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat … View more
Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump. In August, the eligibility criteria were extended so over 50,000 more households are eligible for insulation grants.

And you may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Check your eligibility, or check for your whānau.
Find out more

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521 days ago

Rotary Club Chicken Manure..

Alan from Beckenham

Greetings! The Rotary Club of Christchurch South is reminding folks that our annual fundraiser is on!
We will be home delivering (see our web site www.christchurchsouthrotary.org.nz... and place an order under the item on chicken manure) on Saturday 19th August and selling from our usual street … View more
Greetings! The Rotary Club of Christchurch South is reminding folks that our annual fundraiser is on!
We will be home delivering (see our web site www.christchurchsouthrotary.org.nz... and place an order under the item on chicken manure) on Saturday 19th August and selling from our usual street sites on Saturday Aust 26th. Reserve day if wet is Saturday September 2nd.
At just $7.00 per bag (delivery fee $10) it is a bargain not to be missed!
Selling sites will be advised in our next posting nearer the event.
If ordering from our website please be advised you will need to type in www.christchrchsouthrotary.org.nz... rather than searching with Google. Find our article and at the bottom is a link.
Back soon with more info!
Very best,.
Christchurch South Rotary.

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491 days ago

Nice Neighbour: Dave Murdoch - 'They don't come better!'

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time… View more
Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time they are emptied. He cleaned around our pool area after a storm recently as we were busy at work. He is always first to help others whenever he can whether they have an issue with their unit or a stranger having car trouble out on the street - They don’t come better!"

If you have a Nice Neighbour, don't keep it to yourself. You might win a $25 Prezzy® card each and a shoutout on Stuff. Go on, nominate them now!

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