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This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.
94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to … View moreHi New Zealand,
This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.
94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to this wonderful organisation through Givealittle!
A girls' high school sevens team and a rowing eight beat out netballers, basketballers and footballers for the title of Canterbury's most outstanding young sports team at the 28th Zonta awards, held at the Hornby Working Men's Club on Thursday night.
The awards celebrate young … View moreA girls' high school sevens team and a rowing eight beat out netballers, basketballers and footballers for the title of Canterbury's most outstanding young sports team at the 28th Zonta awards, held at the Hornby Working Men's Club on Thursday night.
The awards celebrate young Cantabrians' sporting achievements and can herald the beginning of longstanding and highly successful international careers.
Click the link below for the full list of winners.
Our vendor is seeking an experienced operator to be hands-on in this exciting new build childcare in Rolleston. This is a rare opportunity to walk into a purpose-built, top of the line development licensed for 150 children.
Rolleston is a constantly growing town 20 minutes south of Christchurch … View moreOur vendor is seeking an experienced operator to be hands-on in this exciting new build childcare in Rolleston. This is a rare opportunity to walk into a purpose-built, top of the line development licensed for 150 children.
Rolleston is a constantly growing town 20 minutes south of Christchurch and this centre is perfectly located a stones throw from the bustling new suburb of Faringdon.
This development will be one of the standout childcare facilities in the Canterbury Area. This is the next step for a successful childcare centre owner to expand their portfolio greatly.
Hi Neighbours!
Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.
In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose … View moreHi Neighbours!
Want news for and about older New Zealanders? Then check out the latest edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter.
In the October issue we celebrate seniors as part of International Day of Older Persons. Telecommunications Commissioner, Dr Stephen Gale, talks about how to choose the right internet plan and we learn more about how to become a Dementia Friend.
To subscribe, follow this link: bit.ly...
To view past editions go to www.superseniors.msd.govt.nz...
Hi neighbours,
Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View moreHi neighbours,
Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.
As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.
Have you got an opinion on the topic? Share your thoughts in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Some Kiwi households could be hit with a bill of more than $3500 every year to help pay for billions of dollars of upgrades needed to fix New Zealand's wastewater systems.
Councils may have to find up to $2.1 billion to fund vital improvements to the ageing network so treatment plants meet … View moreSome Kiwi households could be hit with a bill of more than $3500 every year to help pay for billions of dollars of upgrades needed to fix New Zealand's wastewater systems.
Councils may have to find up to $2.1 billion to fund vital improvements to the ageing network so treatment plants meet environmental standards, a report found.
Read more by clicking the link below and let us know what you think in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).
It’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Christchurch for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 3rd November!
Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.
Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee
Be one of … View moreIt’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Christchurch for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 3rd November!
Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.
Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee
Be one of the first 20 customers to make a purchase in store and get a FREE gift and from 12 noon we’ll be giving away spot prizes every hour!
It’s all going down at 1 Lancaster Street, Waltham, on Saturday 3rd November – We’ll see you there!
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.
Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a… View moreIf you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.
Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Pathway foundation course in building and construction, and the Timaru campus has programmes in painting and decorating and engineering trades.
These programmes are enrolling now so see the website or call 0800 24 24 76 for more details and apply today to start in February
Neighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene… View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene cleaning range! Available at your local Resene ColorShop until 31 October 2018.
* Discount off the normal retail price. Excludes WallPrint, trade products and PaintWise levy. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
The famous Southern Woods annual sale is now on! We’ve got great discounts on thousands of selected plants, with savings of up to 60%.
Come and check out our brand new, purpose-built plant centre, just off SH1 between Templeton & Rolleston. Your garden will thank you for it!
For most workers, part of your wage goes to ACC. We’re proposing you pay more because accidents and medical costs have gone up. If you’re a wage earner, these proposals could affect you.
Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
We know you’d rather be getting into your new home than talking about your mortgage.
And we’d love to help you get into that new home more quickly, so our Mobile Mortgage Managers can meet you at work, at home, at a cafe, or even in the middle of an empty section. They'll meet you at a … View moreWe know you’d rather be getting into your new home than talking about your mortgage.
And we’d love to help you get into that new home more quickly, so our Mobile Mortgage Managers can meet you at work, at home, at a cafe, or even in the middle of an empty section. They'll meet you at a time that works best for you and are available seven days a week and in some cases, can even approve your loan for you on the spot.
Click through to find a Mobile Mortgage Manager in Christchurch.
Come and talk to us today.
Stay safe out there this Labour Day Weekend! Any death on our roads is too many. We're committed to reducing death and injury on our roads. But we cannot do it alone, we need everyone’s help to keep our roads safe.
Note on speed threshold: Over the holiday period – 4pm on Friday 19 … View moreStay safe out there this Labour Day Weekend! Any death on our roads is too many. We're committed to reducing death and injury on our roads. But we cannot do it alone, we need everyone’s help to keep our roads safe.
Note on speed threshold: Over the holiday period – 4pm on Friday 19 October to 6am on Tuesday 23 October 2018 – if you're detected by a safe speed camera exceeding the posted speed limit by more than 4 km/h, you are highly likely to be ticketed.
Be patient and considerate, don’t attempt to overtake other traffic unless it’s completely safe to do so. Share the driving if you can. If you can’t and you’re tired, distracted, or feeling fed up, pull over and take a break.
We’ll be out on the roads this weekend targeting known hot spots and risky behaviours such as speed enforcement, drug and alcohol testing, cell phone use, and seat belt checks. We know these are the four main behaviours which contribute to death and serious injury on our roads.
The public can free phone *555 from any mobile, using a hands free kit if you’re driving, to report any non-life threatening road incidents such as erratic driving, non-injury crashes, traffic congestion, breakdowns and obstructions to the highway. In an emergency always call emergency services on 111.
Graduates of Ara Institute of Canterbury’s sustainability and outdoor education programmes really ‘walk the talk’. With sustainability such an integral part of their studies, they’re naturally motivated to put sustainability into action, wherever they can.
Recent graduate Timea Kovacs … View moreGraduates of Ara Institute of Canterbury’s sustainability and outdoor education programmes really ‘walk the talk’. With sustainability such an integral part of their studies, they’re naturally motivated to put sustainability into action, wherever they can.
Recent graduate Timea Kovacs encouraged local tourism company Christchurch Sea Kayaking to sign up to Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s new sustainability initiative. Now, staff at the kayaking business collect rubbish as they move through the water and clients naturally join in. “We need more businesses, especially tour operators, to showcase this behaviour change,” says Timea.
Learn more about Ara’s sustainability programmes here.
Kia ora water-lovers!
Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:
1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's … View moreKia ora water-lovers!
Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:
1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's Marine App makes it easy.
2. Tests your life jackets. Pull hard on the straps and see if any of them stretch or rip. Check all over for any existing tears in the straps and any cuts or punctures in the life jacket. If yes, do not use the life jacket, dispose of it, and replace it. Always check if it floats before putting them on. Keep in mind kapok life jackets should not be used as they can absorb water and sink, their cotton straps also easily rip! Burn them or bin them, but whatever you do - don't use or resell them.
3. For this year's Safer Boating Week, boaties are being reminded to “Prep, Check, Know” - prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules before going on the water.
Let's put in the time and effort to make sure there are NO water related accidents or deaths this Labour Day long-weekend! Don't forget to look out for each other and report any concerns you have to local authorities.
#SaferBoatingWeek
#NSNZemergencypreparedness
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