Banks Peninsula, Akaroa

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1255 days ago

Monster wasp nest

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Well, after a (relatively) quiet couple of summers, the vespula wasps have come back big time in some locations! Auckland and the Waikato are reporting big numbers and you may have seen this story about the monster nest found just outside of Nelson. We're continuing our efforts to control the … View moreWell, after a (relatively) quiet couple of summers, the vespula wasps have come back big time in some locations! Auckland and the Waikato are reporting big numbers and you may have seen this story about the monster nest found just outside of Nelson. We're continuing our efforts to control the wasps through the Wasp Wipeout project, but did you know you can help as well? For information on how to help or DIY click here: bit.ly... You can also donate to the project here: givealittle.co.nz...

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1248 days ago

Decade since Christchurch Earthquakes

Reporter Northern Outlook

Kia kaha Canterbury! Have you got any messages of support?

February 22 will mark the 10th anniversary of the Christchurch Earthquakes.

With uncertainties surrounding commemorations due to recent Covid-19 restrictions, the Christchurch City Council will live stream the event so that people … View more
Kia kaha Canterbury! Have you got any messages of support?

February 22 will mark the 10th anniversary of the Christchurch Earthquakes.

With uncertainties surrounding commemorations due to recent Covid-19 restrictions, the Christchurch City Council will live stream the event so that people worldwide will have to opportunity to pay their respects.

The council has worked closely with the Quakes Families Trust to create a memorial service that will acknowledge and commemorate those that lost their lives and all that have endured hardship due to the disaster.

“We want people, no matter where they are in the world, to feel part of the commemorations so we will be live-streaming both the national memorial service on 22 February and the free concert – Ōtautahi Together – on 28 February,” says Christchurch City Council Civic and International Relations Manager Matt Nichols.

185 Cantabrians lost their lives when a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck at a depth of 5km near south-east Christchurch in 2011.

Share your messages of support below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Northern Outlook.

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1244 days ago

2 x Rocky Mountain Folding Camping Chair With Arms Dark Green

Grant from Halswell

Bliss out on your folding chair outdoors while others squat and stand at that next outdoor event. Also great for simple luxury when camping and for the beach.

Strong steel construction

Arm rests

Extra strong double layered fabric
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Bliss out on your folding chair outdoors while others squat and stand at that next outdoor event. Also great for simple luxury when camping and for the beach.

Strong steel construction

Arm rests

Extra strong double layered fabric

Extra stitching around edges

Fade proof

Rust resistant

Holds up to 105kg

Dimensions: 80cm x 53cm x 53cm

In excellent condition.

Pack away tidily in bags for easy transport or carrying.
Pick up from Halswell in Christchurch.

Price: $15

1245 days ago

Introducing.. Busy Lizzy Gardens

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Meet Liz from Busy Lizzy Gardens. Liz runs one of our fantastic Premium Businesses who have used Neighbourly Premium as a platform to build a strong local presence within their community.

Find out how you can Grow your Business with Neighbourly Premium
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1246 days ago

Shop Local with Raeward Fresh!

Raeward Fresh

Your 100% Locally Owned and Operated Raeward Fresh is proud to be supplying you with only the freshest produce and best quality meat plus a unique range of local products.

We pride ourselves on being “Your Fresh Food People”.

Thank you for supporting local - we look forward to seeing you… View more
Your 100% Locally Owned and Operated Raeward Fresh is proud to be supplying you with only the freshest produce and best quality meat plus a unique range of local products.

We pride ourselves on being “Your Fresh Food People”.

Thank you for supporting local - we look forward to seeing you in store soon!
Find out more

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1247 days ago

bees or wasps nest

Lynnette from Halswell

can anybody give us a recommendation please for the removal of( we think bees ) as they dont look like wasps from our hay shed, if indeed they are bees we would not like to kill them, but would be happy for a bee keeper perhaps to take them, we need them removed, so need help, thanks

1247 days ago

Only one month to go until Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2021 kicks off!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to… View more
This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to a neighbour
• take some flowers to a neighbour
• organise a produce swap
• share garden tips or recipes for food in season
• create community gardens or berm pollinator pathways
• host an inclusive garden-themed working bee
• a friendly neighbourhood BBQ with homegrown ingredients

The options are endless! At the end of the day, our shared aim is to help bring people together by encouraging intentional connection with our neighbours. Whether that be organising a street party, sharing a cuppa, or simply saying ‘Kia Ora!” to those who live around you, every action helps to create a safer and more connected New Zealand.

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1250 days ago

Poll: Do you think saliva testing should be offered to Christchurch border staff?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Christchurch International Airport is not doing daily Covid-19 saliva tests for its border staff – unlike Auckland Airport, which is privately funding a saliva testing pilot.

Airport boss Malcolm Johns said it was not a financial issue, but it was unnecessary as almost all international … View more
Christchurch International Airport is not doing daily Covid-19 saliva tests for its border staff – unlike Auckland Airport, which is privately funding a saliva testing pilot.

Airport boss Malcolm Johns said it was not a financial issue, but it was unnecessary as almost all international travellers were arriving via Auckland. The bigger risk in Christchurch was at managed isolation and quarantine (MIQ) facilities.

Do you think saliva testing should be offered to Christchurch border staff?

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Do you think saliva testing should be offered to Christchurch border staff?
  • 87.3% Yes
    87.3% Complete
  • 7.7% No
    7.7% Complete
  • 5% I'm undecided
    5% Complete
339 votes
1251 days ago

Auckland to move to Alert Level 2, rest of New Zealand to move to Alert Level 1

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert … View more
UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert Level 1 with Auckland moving to Alert Level 2.
- These restrictions will be reviewed February 22.
- There has been an additional 1 case confirmed, with the positive case a member of the same household bubble.
- New locations of interest have been loaded on the Ministry of Health website.
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UPDATE
16 February
1.09pm

There are no new community cases Ashley Bloomfield confirmed in a 1pm update today. There are no new cases in MIQ facilities.
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UPDATE
15 February
4.20pm

Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- The Prime Minister says there's a variety of scenarios on how the virus got into the community. To date, health officials are still attempting to establish the source of the outbreak.
- 42 people have been identified as close contacts.
- The first batch of Pfizer vaccines - 60,000 doses - arrived this morning on a Singapore Airlines flight.
- Vaccines will be offered to border and MIQ workers from this Saturday.
- This will be the largest vaccine programme in New Zealand's history, Jacinda Ardern says.
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UPDATE
February 15
1.36pm

The Ministry of Health has confirmed five new cases of Covid-19 in managed isolation. There are no new community cases.
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UPDATE
February 15
8.18am

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the first two February cases are the highly infectious UK strain. There is no link to any MIQ infections.
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All regions outside Auckland have moved to Alert Level 2.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern addressed the nation at 7.00pm Sunday, announcing all regions excluding Auckland, will move to Alert Level 2 from 11.59pm tonight.

Here's what you need to know:
- Gatherings of more than 100 people are prohibited.
- Mask use is encouraged when it is difficult to maintain physical distancing.
- From 11.59pm tonight, travel to Auckland will no longer be possible with the heightened alert level - unless you are returning home.
- The full list of rules under Alert Level 2 can be found here.
- Here's the full list of locations of interest where the cases visited.

Neighbourly will update this message as further information comes to hand.

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1249 days ago

What's Your Poison? - Kim Hill Hot Topic

Lincoln Envirotown Coordinator from Lincoln Envirotown

Join Kim Hill and panellists in a stimulating discussion that will examine such issues as:

• Pesticides - good or evil?

• What is fact or myth in the management of pests, diseases and weeds?

• Are these agri-chemicals helping or harming us and the environment?

Wednesday 24 March, 6.30pm
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Join Kim Hill and panellists in a stimulating discussion that will examine such issues as:

• Pesticides - good or evil?

• What is fact or myth in the management of pests, diseases and weeds?

• Are these agri-chemicals helping or harming us and the environment?

Wednesday 24 March, 6.30pm
Stewart Building, Lincoln University
$5 koha appreciated
For more information see Eventbrite

1255 days ago

Something special for your windows & doors this Valentine! - Exceed we fix windows & doors

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

WIN A $200 Exceed voucher and give your windows & doors the love they deserve!

To be in the draw to win this Valentine´s treat for your windows & doors, simply:
-Tell us what problems you are having with your window or door
-Share our Valentine´s giveaway with a friend whose windows … View more
WIN A $200 Exceed voucher and give your windows & doors the love they deserve!

To be in the draw to win this Valentine´s treat for your windows & doors, simply:
-Tell us what problems you are having with your window or door
-Share our Valentine´s giveaway with a friend whose windows & doors are also in need of some TLC
-Like or Follow our page

Good luck to all participants!

T&C: Competition ends Sunday 14th February at midnight. One winner will be chosen from a random draw of entries received via Exceed´s Facebook, Instagram & Neighbourly pages. The winner will be contacted over private message. The winner will receive $200 voucher to use towards any of Exceed – we fix windows & doors services (window repairs, door repairs, window & door fly screens and hinged security screen doors). Voucher is only valid around NZ local areas serviced by Exceed Technicians.

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1250 days ago

Pams bacon pieces recalled

Neighbourly.co.nz

It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no… View more
It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no reports of associated injuries but if consumers have any concerns about their health, they should contact health officials.

What you need to know:
- The product is sold in Pak'n Save, Four Square and New World stores throughout the country.
- The best before date is February 28 2021.
- The bacon pieces weigh 350g and are contained in a plastic wrapping.

Customers are asked to return the product to their retailer for a full refund. Further queries can be directed to Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd on 0800 24 51 14

For further information on the recall please visit the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1250 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Worldwide Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For February it is 9.00 am on Sunday 21st (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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1251 days ago

HOMED Saturday 13th February

Julia Gailey Reporter from Homed - The Press

So many magnificent properties hit the market last week.
Check them out in this week's edition of HOMED.

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1251 days ago

COVID 19 UPDATE

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Following on the latest NZ Government announcement and Covid-19 Alert guidelines (Level 3 for Auckland and Level 2 for the rest of NZ), we are pleased to say that all of our local Exceed teams around NZ are fully operational and able to help customers with their window & door repair, … View moreFollowing on the latest NZ Government announcement and Covid-19 Alert guidelines (Level 3 for Auckland and Level 2 for the rest of NZ), we are pleased to say that all of our local Exceed teams around NZ are fully operational and able to help customers with their window & door repair, maintenance and security needs.

Our customer care team is also available for you!
If you have any concerns or questions about your interactions with Exceed during this time or would like to discuss any issues you are experiencing, call us on 0800 25 25 00

Click the read more button to visit our dedicated Covid-19 page for information on our Alert Level 2 & 3 H&S procedures.

Stay safe!
The Exceed we fix windows & doors team :)

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