Addington, Christchurch

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1437 days ago

Need Christmas gifts in a hurry?

Not Socks Gifts Ltd

Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREEView more
Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREE over $85.

Proudly New Zealand owned & operated for over 10 years.
Find out more

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1438 days ago

Trail of brightly-coloured giant penguins goes on display in Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Fifty giant penguin sculptures have been installed throughout Christchurch and in the surrounding towns of Akaroa, Rolleston, Lincoln and Kaiapoi..

Each giant penguin sculpture has been decorated by commissioned artists, while 65 smaller penguins have been decorated by schoolchildren.

Visitors … View more
Fifty giant penguin sculptures have been installed throughout Christchurch and in the surrounding towns of Akaroa, Rolleston, Lincoln and Kaiapoi..

Each giant penguin sculpture has been decorated by commissioned artists, while 65 smaller penguins have been decorated by schoolchildren.

Visitors are encouraged to visit all the sculptures on the trail, upload photos of each, and vote for their favourite. This can all be done via the phone app Pop Up Penguins 2020. It contains information about each penguin, its artist and a map of where they can all be found. Read more here.

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1437 days ago

Brother Printer MFC-5890CN

Barbara from Ilam

Printer to give away.
Plus User's Guide and a new black inkjet cartridge.
Copies and scans okay. Printing ok but very faint.
Might be good for spare parts but could be fixable.

Free

1437 days ago

Health Screening NZ

Katrina from Unichem Lincoln Road Pharmacy

Our goal is to improve the overall health of New Zealanders while making it as accessible and affordable as possible

In New Zealand, Cardiovascular disease kills one person every 90 minutes. Most of us do not even know that we have cardiovascular disease, but it is predictable and in most cases it… View more
Our goal is to improve the overall health of New Zealanders while making it as accessible and affordable as possible

In New Zealand, Cardiovascular disease kills one person every 90 minutes. Most of us do not even know that we have cardiovascular disease, but it is predictable and in most cases it is preventable. Health Screening NZ is a New Zealand founded company that is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders and ensuring that preventative treatment is accessible and affordable for all.

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1437 days ago

Tomorrow is International Volunteer Day...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say THANK YOU to all of the amazing people who make Neighbourhood Support possible across Aotearoa!

If you know someone who is giving back in your community, show them some love. Don't let their acts of generosity go unnoticed.

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1438 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter December 2020

Office for Seniors

Our December SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now.

In this issue, we introduce you to the new Minister for Seniors, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall. We also have tips from CERT NZ on avoiding scams this festive season, details on low-cost prepaid broadband for seniors and much more!

Make sure you read it … View more
Our December SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now.

In this issue, we introduce you to the new Minister for Seniors, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall. We also have tips from CERT NZ on avoiding scams this festive season, details on low-cost prepaid broadband for seniors and much more!

Make sure you read it and pass it on to others you think might be interested bit.ly...

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1439 days ago

Christchurch Christmas markets - where do you go for gifts?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

The Garden City is hosting a range of Christmas markets in the lead up to the festive season.

Markets on offer include an eco-friendly range of clothing, art, music and food across three storeys at The Boxed Quarter, weekly Sunday markets, a traditional Christchurch farmers market and a vegan … View more
The Garden City is hosting a range of Christmas markets in the lead up to the festive season.

Markets on offer include an eco-friendly range of clothing, art, music and food across three storeys at The Boxed Quarter, weekly Sunday markets, a traditional Christchurch farmers market and a vegan market offering in late December.

Do you go to markets for your Christmas shopping?

What is your go-to market each year to attend?

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1438 days ago

PT in the Park POP Up edition - New Brighton on Saturday!

Dena Cowen-Willis from PT in the Park

Another great 60 minutes of professionally designed and delivered training – this time with a beach view!
Where: New Brighton Beach – meet by the Library
When: December 5th Saturday morning from 9:00-10:00am – look for the Flags and Trailer by the New Brighton Library stairs

1438 days ago

Santa's grotto and christmas market - 10-5 Saturday 5th December

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

The woolston development project along with brickonymous are putting on a Christmas Lego grotto and market this Saturday as a fundraiser.
The Woolston Development Project (WDP) which began in 1987 is a non-profit community organisation which provides safe recreational/social/educational … View more
The woolston development project along with brickonymous are putting on a Christmas Lego grotto and market this Saturday as a fundraiser.
The Woolston Development Project (WDP) which began in 1987 is a non-profit community organisation which provides safe recreational/social/educational opportunities for children, women and families - see the link below to their website for more information about the work they do. Why not pop along to 497 Ferry road and support the great work they do.

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1439 days ago

$50 challenge: How to spend a day in Christchurch on an (almost) $50 budget

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

With vibrant urban precincts to explore, excellent museums and galleries, and plenty of good-value eating and drinking opportunities, you don't have to break the bank on a trip to the South Island’s biggest city.

Here’s our itinerary for how you can spend a day in Christchurch on a $50 … View more
With vibrant urban precincts to explore, excellent museums and galleries, and plenty of good-value eating and drinking opportunities, you don't have to break the bank on a trip to the South Island’s biggest city.

Here’s our itinerary for how you can spend a day in Christchurch on a $50 budget.

What are your tips for free or cheap eats and entertainment in Christchurch?

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1438 days ago

The Broons and Oor Wullie Books

Chrystal from Spreydon

The Broons and Oor Wullie the Glory Years 1956-1969

The Broons and Oor Wullie At War 1939-1945

Price: $50

1438 days ago

a black handbag for sale

Robert and Faye from Hillmorton

Hello we have a black handbag for sale/ in very good order .
its got seven pockets all together in the bag males and women can use the bag /only been used twice .
please call Robert cell on 021 0494 210/or 338 1636
call any time .it would be good for some one for xmas

Price: $50

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1439 days ago

SMEG knives promo

Jacqui from Sydenham

Hi,
I’m collecting the New World SMEG knives, well just 1 and I need about 33 stickers to complete a card. I’m currently not employed and cannot afford to spend enough to reach the goal. I’d love for anyone who has excess or not wanting the voucher to gift me some. Any extras I shall pass … View more
Hi,
I’m collecting the New World SMEG knives, well just 1 and I need about 33 stickers to complete a card. I’m currently not employed and cannot afford to spend enough to reach the goal. I’d love for anyone who has excess or not wanting the voucher to gift me some. Any extras I shall pass on. Thanks

1438 days ago

Neighbours Day Aotearoa is back and has even more ways you can get involved next year with their theme: The Great Plant Swap 🌻

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've … View more
The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've experienced with their new 'Notes for Neighbours' - any sort of note goes including poems! These will be shared on their Facebook, Instagram and website and 5 will be specially chosen to be featured on posters across Aotearoa.

Register your event, big or small, here today:

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