Banks Peninsula, Akaroa

2737 days ago

Splash out this winter with some COLOUR

Resene

Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, … View more
Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, primers and wood stains 10L.

If you don’t have a Resene DIY card, sign up for your free card at your local Resene ColorShop or on the right here.
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These paint offers are available until 10 September 2018. www.resene.co.nz/promo Find out more.
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2738 days ago

Revised red zone offer

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The Government will offer uninsured property owners in the residential red zone the same buy-out terms offered to those with insurance.
For more on today's announcement, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2742 days ago

Do you want year-round lights at the botanic gardens?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Christchurch,

What did you think of your city's Botanic D'Lights festival? About 136,000 people visited the event over five nights last week. And now your city's gardens are set to be lit up all year round, thanks to a new light installation. However some ratepayers have … View more
Hi Christchurch,

What did you think of your city's Botanic D'Lights festival? About 136,000 people visited the event over five nights last week. And now your city's gardens are set to be lit up all year round, thanks to a new light installation. However some ratepayers have questioned the $900,000 cost to keep the Armstrong Lawn area adjacent to Rolleston Ave, lit.

So let's hear your thoughts. Are you happy for your rates to go towards the lighting display? Or do you think the money should be best spent elsewhere? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

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2739 days ago

Christchurch ready for refugees

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch will welcome new refugees to the city for the first time in eight years.
For more on Saturday's announcement, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2739 days ago

Lyttelton Harbour pipeline goes submarine

The Team from Christchurch City Council

A new 5 km pipeline will be laid underwater between Lyttelton and Governors Bay along a trench in the seabed in work starting today.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2739 days ago

Free seminar for parents of teens on Thursday

Grant from Halswell

Book now for free Parents as Career Educators seminar - being held at University of Canterbury at 7pm Thursday 23 August 2018.

If your child is in Year 9-13, this seminar will deliver tips and info to help you talk with them about their future.

Book here: www.canterbury.ac.nz...

Free

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2739 days ago

Vote for us

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Exciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at … View moreExciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at $2,499.99, and two De’longhi Distinta Flair Breakfast packages valued at $419.98.

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2739 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our … View moreGot any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

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2751 days ago

Poll: Would you agree to stop watering your garden if it meant chlorine-free drinking water?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Christchurch residents have been given a stark choice – cut your water use or put up with chlorinated water for longer. The city council has finalised its plans to upgrade 72 of the city's wells. When that work is completed it will mean about two-thirds of the city's water supply will … View moreChristchurch residents have been given a stark choice – cut your water use or put up with chlorinated water for longer. The city council has finalised its plans to upgrade 72 of the city's wells. When that work is completed it will mean about two-thirds of the city's water supply will be unchlorinated.

However, the timing of the works will depend on the availability of drilling machines and specialist contractors. It is also constrained by the number of wells that can be taken out of service, especially over the summer months when there is a high demand for water.

Unless people are willing to cut back on their water use, they won't be able to do much work over summer. The council may also have to resume using the below ground well heads we've shut off, which means water from those pump stations will have to be chlorinated.

Read more here

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Would you agree to stop watering your garden if it meant chlorine-free drinking water?
  • 60.4% Yes
    60.4% Complete
  • 34.2% No
    34.2% Complete
  • 5.4% Other (comment below)
    5.4% Complete
1367 votes
2740 days ago

Charging rates for granny flats

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

Do you think granny flats and sleep outs should be charged separately for rates? Selwyn District Council says yes, the Christchurch City Council says only if it has a full kitchen.

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2740 days ago

Does your property meet upcoming legislative requirements?

Project Quality Solutions (PQS)

Hi neighbours, landlords, property managers, advocacy groups and tenants. With 18 years of experience in the New Zealand property industry, few are better placed than PQS to offer market leading advice, providing transparent outcomes for both renters and landlords.

Safe and Healthy Homes
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Hi neighbours, landlords, property managers, advocacy groups and tenants. With 18 years of experience in the New Zealand property industry, few are better placed than PQS to offer market leading advice, providing transparent outcomes for both renters and landlords.

Safe and Healthy Homes
Call PQS to check if your rental property is healthy, safe and secure and meets all current and upcoming legislative requirements.

Property Condition Assessments
Talk to PQS about a tailor-made software solution that has the flexibility to adapt to the constantly changing nature of property assessments, solving business problems with the smarter use of technology.

If you're a landlord, property manager, advocacy group or tenant - call us for help with all of your property needs. Let us find the right solution for you.

Phone PQS now on 09 271 6026 or visit the PQS website.
Learn more

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2741 days ago

fancy bottle for sale

Lynda from Halswell

Fancy decoupaged and decorated bottle. The bottle has been painted and crackle glazed then decorated in pearls and feathers with a stork picture decoupaged on. And a pretty pink candle to finish it off
$20
Pick up Halswell

Price: $20

2744 days ago

Action plan to tackle alcohol-related harm

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The Christchurch Alcohol Action Plan aims to reduce alcohol-related injury and illness, reduce harm caused to children and shift attitudes away from harmful drinking.
For more on the joint Council, Police and CDHB strategy, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2741 days ago

WORD Festival hits Christchurch

The Team from Christchurch City Council

We are so proud to support WORD Christchurch Festival 2018!
Kicking off 29 August, you can listen to stories of extreme adventurers, all things Scottish and some very bold women!
Find out more and book your tickets at wordchristchurch.co.nz

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2741 days ago

It’s biscuit time, get yours now!

Girl Guiding New Zealand

GirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now … View moreGirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now and in the future.

Find out where the Girl Guides will be in Canterbury or buy online!

For more information on Guiding go to www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
Get your biscuits here!

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