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2225 days ago

1.Tree trimming & section maintenance. 2. Hard Landscaping

Gilda from Banks Peninsula

Can anyone recommend a business they have used who does 1. tree trimming & section maintenance in Hoon Hay area? 2. Hard landscaping eg rip up old concrete, level and re lay pavers etc...? Thanks

2223 days ago

Poll: Would you give your teenager a double bed?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Does it make sense to buy teenagers bigger beds so they have more room to grow? Or, like writer and mum Jayne D'Arcy, do you think a double could equal trouble later on?

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Would you give your teenager a double bed?
  • 42.8% Yes, single beds aren't big enough
    42.8% Complete
  • 38.2% It depends on the size of the room
    38.2% Complete
  • 19% No, a single bed is all they need
    19% Complete
2292 votes
2223 days ago

Poll: Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the … View more
After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the Government telling us when to take the day off.

We want to know your thoughts. Should people be able to make their own holiday arrangements? Or should we leave our holidays as is?

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Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?
  • 4% Yes, let's scrap them
    4% Complete
  • 90.8% No, leave them as is
    90.8% Complete
  • 5.2% Let's just keep Anzac and Waitangi Day
    5.2% Complete
2405 votes
2223 days ago

Volunteer for CAB and be part of the heart of your community

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

As this week is National Volunteer Week, we are celebrating the fantastic contribution volunteers make to our society. If you are thinking about a way to give back to the community, volunteering at CAB may be for you. Do you like problem solving, and want to make a difference to peoples' … View moreAs this week is National Volunteer Week, we are celebrating the fantastic contribution volunteers make to our society. If you are thinking about a way to give back to the community, volunteering at CAB may be for you. Do you like problem solving, and want to make a difference to peoples' lives? It can be challenging but is extremely rewarding work. Check our website for details. www.cab.org.nz...

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2223 days ago

New city centre pump track opens

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The longest night is here! To celebrate this year's Winter Solstice, come and check out the central city's new pump track after our Winter Solstice Night Light Bike Ride event through Hagley Park.
For more information, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2223 days ago

Food Lovers Masterclass.

The Team from Christchurch City Council

A friendly reminder, it is not too late to book for the Food Lovers Masterclasses happening this Friday 22 June.
Along with great food waste knowledge, skills and techniques, all attendees receive a goodie bag valued at $100. Find out more here: bit.ly...

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2223 days ago

Build a solid future – start a trades course in July!

Ara Institute

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 in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical tradesView more
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 in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Guarantee 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 July.
Find out more

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2223 days ago

Say thanks to our volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand … View more
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers are always standing by to help out when they’re needed. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do to keep us all safe.
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2224 days ago

Dog registration fees

The Team from Christchurch City Council

If you’ve got Responsible Dog Owner status, your discounted 2018/2019 registration fees are due by 30 June. We’ve made it easy for you with a range of ways to pay, including online: bit.ly...

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2224 days ago

Shuttle service to link hospital to central city

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The new shuttle service will pick up patients from the Lichfield St car park and take them to Christchurch Hospital from July 2.
Find out more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2224 days ago

Quote for National Volunteer Week 2018

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Sunday 17 to Saturday 23 June 2018 is NZ National Volunteer Week. We think this quote gets to the heart of the matter.

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2224 days ago

Akaroa butterfly lady's audience with magical monarchs

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Take a look at what Gay Epstein grows for her beloved butterflies and caterpillars too.

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2226 days ago

Poll: Does Victoria St need an upgrade?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A Christchurch property investor is calling for certainty over the future of Victoria St, as planned roadworks remain in limbo 11 months after they were meant to start.

Do you think Victoria St needs to be upgraded?

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Does Victoria St need an upgrade?
  • 25% Yes, the street is in desperate need of a facelift.
    25% Complete
  • 48.3% No, there are other areas more in need.
    48.3% Complete
  • 26.7% Perhaps, depending on what's planned for the street
    26.7% Complete
120 votes
2243 days ago

Why has the school gate became a parking war zone?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Parents' concern for safety and the road rules seem to fly out the window at school rush hours.

Mayhem erupts, with parents double-parking and blocking driveways, occasionally screaming at each other, and kids often running willy-nilly across the road.

When did the school gate become a… View more
Parents' concern for safety and the road rules seem to fly out the window at school rush hours.

Mayhem erupts, with parents double-parking and blocking driveways, occasionally screaming at each other, and kids often running willy-nilly across the road.

When did the school gate become a parking war zone?

2246 days ago

Are you excited for QEII's reopening this week?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Excitement is building in Christchurch's east as the new $38.6 million Taiora QEII Recreation and Sport Centre opens this week.

Thursday marks the end of a long and hard-fought battle by the community to get a pool rebuilt at QEII Park, after the much-loved former complex was demolished … View more
Excitement is building in Christchurch's east as the new $38.6 million Taiora QEII Recreation and Sport Centre opens this week.

Thursday marks the end of a long and hard-fought battle by the community to get a pool rebuilt at QEII Park, after the much-loved former complex was demolished following the February 2011 earthquake.

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