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2538 days ago

Teenager behind cow sanctuary wants people to see the animals for more than meat

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A philanthropic teenager who has devoted her life to rescuing cows has saved hundreds from slaughter on her own dime.

Jasmine Hubber, 19, runs a not-for-profit cow rescue and sanctuary near her rural home of Cust, 40 kilometres north of Christchurch.

"[Cows] are so much like us — they feel… View more
A philanthropic teenager who has devoted her life to rescuing cows has saved hundreds from slaughter on her own dime.

Jasmine Hubber, 19, runs a not-for-profit cow rescue and sanctuary near her rural home of Cust, 40 kilometres north of Christchurch.

"[Cows] are so much like us — they feel happiness, sadness, loneliness, fear and love," she said. "They make friends, enemies, and mourn the loss of their loved ones just like us, yet they are one of the most exploited creatures on earth," she says.

2538 days ago

A little movement can really help

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed … View moreIf you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed especially for those over 65.

They're fun, social and affordable. Visit livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
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2538 days ago

Martial Arts

Connor from Loburn

Hi
CME Active martial arts club 033128751
612 Loburn Whiterock road North Loburn
Martial arts classes all ages on Mondays and Wednesday's
Kids 4-4:45pm, Teens 6:15-7pm, Adults 7-8:30pm
First 2 class free

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2541 days ago

Two free tickets to Selwyn Sounds Music Festival- Saturday 2 March

Robin from Kaiapoi

Unable to go- two free tickets- call Robin 0211552968.

2539 days ago

holiday houses

Raylene from Rangiora

can anyone recommend a good website for renting baches e.g diamond harbour by two mature people. No dates in mind at the moment but all the websites I have been to recently just show really expensive ones to rent. Thanks in advance.....

2539 days ago

Need finance to grow your business?

Prospa

Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or … View more
Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or weekly) over terms from 3 to 24 months, and no security is required to access up to $100,000. Apply in 10 minutes and you could have the funds in 24-48 hours for whatever your business needs. Visit prospa.co.nz or call 0800 005 797 to apply.

*Conditions Apply
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2540 days ago

Help needed please

Maria from Kaiapoi

As we receive many wonderful donations for toddler bundles, our need for storage containers continues to grow as well.
We are in urgent need of large or small containers to house all of the donations until they are sorted and given away to families in need.
There are drop off locations throughout… View more
As we receive many wonderful donations for toddler bundles, our need for storage containers continues to grow as well.
We are in urgent need of large or small containers to house all of the donations until they are sorted and given away to families in need.
There are drop off locations throughout Christchurch, as well as Kaiapoi and Rangiora.
If you can help please pop us a message at It Takes a Village Hub, New Zealand. Feel free to share this post around if you know anyone else that might be able to help us out.

Thanks

The ITAV Team

#ittakesavillage #itav
#charity #RAOK #kindness #giving #NewZealand
#donate #payingitforward #babybundles #toddlerbundles #help #support
#mentalhealth

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2540 days ago

Teaching that changes us all

The Team from Ministry of Education

All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the … View more
All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the whole country. And because entering means sharing their achievements, other teachers can follow in their footsteps.

Be inspired by what teams at schools, kura and early learning services are doing for our children and young people – watch the videos now.

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2541 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

Again this Sunday 3rd March, the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on at the Blake street car park from 9 am to 2 pm. FREE ENTRY ALL DAY as usual. Some new stalls. Lots of great bargains for all from, swan plants for those hungry monarch caterpillars, health products, vegies, soaps, books, toys, bikes, … View moreAgain this Sunday 3rd March, the RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on at the Blake street car park from 9 am to 2 pm. FREE ENTRY ALL DAY as usual. Some new stalls. Lots of great bargains for all from, swan plants for those hungry monarch caterpillars, health products, vegies, soaps, books, toys, bikes, fishing rods, garden tools, plants, household items, woodcraft, painted plant pots, sun hats for the hot weather, clothing, tee shirts with interesting words on them etc etc. And for the young children, THOMAS AND FRIENDS in our clubrooms beside the market to drive and also RANGI Rangiora's friend of THOMAS. Children can sit in Rangi and have their photo taken. Don't forget the great coffee at FOOLS OF DESIRE by the market at the end of Conway Lane. Check out their beehive while waiting for your coffee.

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2540 days ago

CHAMPION HOODIE

Nikki from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Champion hoodie men’s medium. Brand new in perfect condition with no marks or stains, only worn acouple times. Selling because I’ve just got a new one.

Price: $60

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2540 days ago

Firewood for Sale

Penny from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Green Pine 6 cubic metres
Available now - delivery included
Contact Penny 027 6300313


Also available: Willow + Pine $320  Bluegum + Pine $550
Delivery charge ie past Rolleston $20

Price: $350

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2541 days ago

Award winning CATS, extensive tour of NZ in 2019.

Cats the Musical

One of the world’s best-loved musicals, CATS, will embark on its most extensive tour of New Zealand ever in 2019. Bagging multiple awards, including Best Musical at both the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards, CATS is considered among the all-time favourites of musical theatre fans.

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One of the world’s best-loved musicals, CATS, will embark on its most extensive tour of New Zealand ever in 2019. Bagging multiple awards, including Best Musical at both the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards, CATS is considered among the all-time favourites of musical theatre fans.

This new production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber masterpiece will visit 16 cities nationwide in April and May. As well as, being the first major theatrical performance at the $127.5 million refurbished Christchurch Town Hall it will also visit Auckland and Wellington and many of the larger regional theatres throughout New Zealand - details below.

Since its world premiere, CATS has been presented in over 30 countries and has been seen by over 73 million people worldwide. CATS is based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. The musical tells the story of a tribe of cats called the Jellicles and the night they make what is known as "the Jellicle choice" and decide which cat will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new life.
Book your tickets now!

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2541 days ago

Self-Directed Life Drawing Sessions at Arts in Oxford

Life Drawing sessions starting again on 19th March at the gallery. Please contact the gallery for a registration form if you are interested. See attached image for more details.

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2541 days ago

New Exhibitions

Arts in Oxford Gallery is showcasing the "Shearers in the Shed" series of paintings by Roddy Kidd at the gallery 9 - 27 March. There will be an opening at 3pm on Saturday 9 March - all welcome to attend. The Shearers series has kindly been lent to the gallery for this show by John … View moreArts in Oxford Gallery is showcasing the "Shearers in the Shed" series of paintings by Roddy Kidd at the gallery 9 - 27 March. There will be an opening at 3pm on Saturday 9 March - all welcome to attend. The Shearers series has kindly been lent to the gallery for this show by John Manuel. Roddy also is exhibiting two new landscape paintings as well, one of which is shown here.

Opening on the same afternoon, in the main gallery we have a selection of works on the theme of 'the figure in action and inaction'. A group show with Gavin Chai, Quilliam Collister, Philip Beadle and Nigel Wilson.

2541 days ago

Gardening.

Marianne from Rangiora

Does anyone have any trilliums that they are splitting up as I would be very interested in acquiring some please.

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