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549 days ago

Poll: Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View more
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.

Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.

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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Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?
  • 69% Yes
    69% Complete
  • 28.5% No
    28.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure
    2.5% Complete
4436 votes
548 days ago

1 of 100 Skin-Hydrating Sets Up For Grabs With NZ Gardener

NZ Gardener

We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and … View more
We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and Baptise H2O Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel (RRP $52), the perfect combo to use on your skin after a good day out in the garden.
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548 days ago

4 day working week

Gordon from Halswell

I see on One news tonight, that the results from the 4 day working week poll that our people contributed to, was rolled out as being 'the survey' on the subject. Despite all the suggestions, conditions, and debates. It was FACT.
Please be careful when taking part in these polls as they … View more
I see on One news tonight, that the results from the 4 day working week poll that our people contributed to, was rolled out as being 'the survey' on the subject. Despite all the suggestions, conditions, and debates. It was FACT.
Please be careful when taking part in these polls as they can be used as the media wishes them to be.
That depends on how they ask the question to get the result they would like.

550 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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551 days ago

Your alfresco space transformed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Use some Resene paint and a little imagination to revamp your outdoor room.

Follow this handy advice to get started.

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558 days ago

Shed Deconstruction and Reconstruction

Grant from Cashmere

I have a Duratuf shed 2.6m x 2.6m with a bench and flooring. I need to deconstruct it here in Cashmere (on the flat) and reconstruct it in St Martins. Don't care how many pieces (whole walls?) as long as it goes back together.

554 days ago

Windback Wednesday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

How far we have come in such a short period. This photograph of central Christchurch was taken on May 22, 2012, little more than a year after the earthquakes. How different the city looks now - Te Pae, Tūranga and the housing of the east frame are all bold additions. Do you recognise any buildings… View moreHow far we have come in such a short period. This photograph of central Christchurch was taken on May 22, 2012, little more than a year after the earthquakes. How different the city looks now - Te Pae, Tūranga and the housing of the east frame are all bold additions. Do you recognise any buildings which have since been demolished?

Photo: Kirk Hargreaves/The Press

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556 days ago

Poll: Should we have a four-day work week?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your… View moreIn 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your vote and share any thoughts below.

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 we have a four-day work week?
  • 67.9% Yes, I support a four-day working week.
    67.9% Complete
  • 21.1% No, a five-day working week is needed.
    21.1% Complete
  • 11% I'd need more information
    11% Complete
3639 votes
552 days ago

Resene Wallpaper Sale on now!

Resene

Now’s a great time to dress up your walls with 25% off the huge range of the latest Resene Wallpaper styles. Come in and see us today at your local Resene ColorShop! Learn more

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553 days ago

Worst attempted Scam yet

Gordon from Halswell

Investment of $55 Million Dollars can i trust you? if yes contact me

Regards,
Mr. Iurkov Vladimir Ivanovich

Retired Crude Oil Production Director


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Investment of $55 Million Dollars can i trust you? if yes contact me

Regards,
Mr. Iurkov Vladimir Ivanovich

Retired Crude Oil Production Director




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"Independencia y Patria Socialista, Viviremos y Venceremos"

553 days ago

Cost to build new road link in west Christchurch increases 41%

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

From reporter Tina Law:

The cost to build a new road link in Christchurch’s west has ballooned 41% to $25 million.

The Christchurch City Council is making changes to Halswell Junction Rd at Waterloo Rd, to provide a safer, more direct route for vehicles, especially large trucks accessing a … View more
From reporter Tina Law:

The cost to build a new road link in Christchurch’s west has ballooned 41% to $25 million.

The Christchurch City Council is making changes to Halswell Junction Rd at Waterloo Rd, to provide a safer, more direct route for vehicles, especially large trucks accessing a nearby industrial area.

The cost to do the work has increased by $7.25m to $25m up from the $17.75m previously budgeted and there is a risk it could increase even further.

The work, being undertaken by Fulton Hogan, involves building a new road between Foremans​ Rd and Waterloo Rd, bypassing the existing section of Halswell Junction Rd, which will become a cul-de-sac.

A new rail crossing will be built at the end of the new link and the old crossing at Halswell Junction Rd by Waterloo Rd will be removed.

KiwiRail’s portion of the project has increased by $3.97m due to the rising cost of signal designs, and materials and construction.

The remaining $3.28m increase was due to escalating utility prices, and roading construction costs, the council said.

The project is completely funded by the council, with no subsidy from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.

The work was expected to start mid-June and was expected to take a total of about 14 to 18 months.

554 days ago

The Pink Caravan is coming to Christchurch!

Talia from Pink Caravan Education & Awareness - Canterbury

The last dates have been booked for our South Island Tour!

Each year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk.

Our nurses have valuable advice about … View more
The last dates have been booked for our South Island Tour!

Each year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk.

Our nurses have valuable advice about symptoms, treatments, support groups and post-surgery options. The breast care nurses have visual and hands-on displays of breast cancer symptoms that most haven’t seen before, and will use prosthetic breasts to show what a lump feels like.

Our breast nurses would love to have a chat to you so pop in and say hi. We’ll be at the locations below on the following dates:

Wednesday, 24 May 2023
Aranui Community Trust Incorporated Society
37 Hampshire Street, Aranui

Thursday, 25 May 2023
He Waka Tapu
161 Pages Road, Wainoni, Christchurch 8061

Sunday, 28 May 2023
Ricarton Market
Riccarton Park, Racecourse Road, Christchurch

Monday, 29 May 2023
City Mission
288 Worchester Street, Christchurch

Tuesday, 30 May 2023
Amberley Countdown
Brackenfields Retail Centre, 129 Carters Road, Amberley 7410

Wednesday, 31 May 2023
Te Pou Toetoe: Linwood Pool
141 Smith Street, Linwood, Christchurch 8062

Thursday, 1 June 2023
New World Durham Street
175 Durham Street South, Christchurch

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554 days ago

Auckland's Mid-Year Festival Returns

Auckland Elemental

Elemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining … View more
Elemental AKL returns this July & August with 30+ curated events that celebrate the best Arts, Eats and Beats of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

For 17 days, Auckland will come alive with incredible concerts from international headliners, table talk with top chefs over curated dining experiences, immersive and interactive art installations, side-splitting live theatre, glittering city lights and more.

Learn more at aucklandnz.com/elemental
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554 days ago

Temporary accommodation

Leonard from Kennedys Bush

In the first week of September our house will start under going some earthquake re-repairs.
Therefor we looking for some temporary accommodation for the duration of about 24 weeks ( September till end of January 2024)
Please let us knowing any if anything springs to mind
Thanks in advance Lenny

555 days ago

Avonside Girls’ and Shirley Boys’ in lockdown

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Christchurch high schools Avonside Girls’ and Shirley Boys’ have gone into lockdown as confirmed by the schools.

Shirley Boys’ High School website shares that the school has gone into lockdown due to a unauthorized person on site.

Avonside Girls High School website asks that no one … View more
Christchurch high schools Avonside Girls’ and Shirley Boys’ have gone into lockdown as confirmed by the schools.

Shirley Boys’ High School website shares that the school has gone into lockdown due to a unauthorized person on site.

Avonside Girls High School website asks that no one comes to the school or phones the school as it may cause disruption to the management of this incident and could potentially place yourselves and/or our staff and student’s safety at risk.

UPDATE: Lockdown has been lifted as at 12.45pm Tuesday 23 May. You can find further details about the incident on the Stuff website.

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