Addington, Christchurch

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272 days ago

Proposed Southland Wind Farm Project

Contact Energy

Contact Energy is preparing a resource consent application for the proposed Southland Wind Farm.

The site is on elevated land east of Wyndham. Our early concepts estimate the farm could have about 50 wind turbines and generate as much as 300MW, providing a significant contribution to the energy… View more
Contact Energy is preparing a resource consent application for the proposed Southland Wind Farm.

The site is on elevated land east of Wyndham. Our early concepts estimate the farm could have about 50 wind turbines and generate as much as 300MW, providing a significant contribution to the energy supply in Southland and New Zealand.

Contact us: 0800 268 236 (goes through to a member of our project team) or windprojects@contactenergy.co.nz
Find out more

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272 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking … View more
What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking away with $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Stay connected with NZ Compare for the latest broadband and power deals and exciting competitions. We're all about making it easy for you to compare and save money! CLICK HERE to learn more: www.nzcompare.com...

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273 days ago

Sunday, 1st October is Grandparents day

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

New Zealand Grandparent’s Day is about celebrating the grandparents. It’s a day that celebrates all the joy and value that Grandparents bring to the lives of Kiwi kids. Whether they be Grandparents by blood, or Grandparents by love, we celebrate them.

Sunday, 1 October 2023 is a chance for … View more
New Zealand Grandparent’s Day is about celebrating the grandparents. It’s a day that celebrates all the joy and value that Grandparents bring to the lives of Kiwi kids. Whether they be Grandparents by blood, or Grandparents by love, we celebrate them.

Sunday, 1 October 2023 is a chance for families to gather together and talk, laugh and reminisce as we collectively thank the Grandparents of New Zealand.

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273 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Diets and fasting never stopped me bingeing and vomiting

There was never a time I did not have a fascination for food. I regularly stole money and stole food thinking that it was normal to want to eat all the time. Many people must have gone without milk when I pinched the coins out of the milk … View more
Diets and fasting never stopped me bingeing and vomiting

There was never a time I did not have a fascination for food. I regularly stole money and stole food thinking that it was normal to want to eat all the time. Many people must have gone without milk when I pinched the coins out of the milk bottles of people in my street, I would rush to the dairy and then have the agony of deciding what to buy. When I left home and got my first job, my very first pay went on packets of bite-sized chocolate bars which were hidden under my bed.

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274 days ago

Show us your game-day photos!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to… View more
We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to win, simply post your photo on Neighbourly along with the word: RWCfan

Go, Team!

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277 days ago

Should cats follow some rules?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention … View moreWe can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention creating nuisance for neighbours. Do you think some laws should be in place for our feline friends?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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285 days ago

voting this year

Julie from Sockburn

HI who are you voting for this year, Before voting red or blue take a look at NZ LOYAL and see what you think

275 days ago

Are you a keen gardener?

NZ Gardener

Subscribe to NZ Gardener this month and receive a Free Earths Botanics Gardeners Hand Cream worth $24 thanks to Matakana Botanicals. It’s hand cream made by gardeners, for gardeners. This offer is only available until October 1, so get in quick. T&Cs apply.

Every issue of NZ Gardener is … View more
Subscribe to NZ Gardener this month and receive a Free Earths Botanics Gardeners Hand Cream worth $24 thanks to Matakana Botanicals. It’s hand cream made by gardeners, for gardeners. This offer is only available until October 1, so get in quick. T&Cs apply.

Every issue of NZ Gardener is packed with amazing New Zealand stories, plus subscribers save money every month!

Happy Gardening,
The team at NZ Gardener
Subscribe now

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275 days ago

Nominate Your Tech-Savvy Grandparent to WIN!

The Team from NZ Compare

Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries … View more
Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries close 2 Oct 2023.
Compare now

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276 days ago

horse manure

Patricia from Spreydon

HI, Does anyone have horse manure for sale or knows of someone who does? I need to get the vege garden ready for summer. Pat tel: 022 305 4030

283 days ago

Council proposes ‘pro-people’ speed limit drops across Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Speed limits on vast chunks of Christchurch roads will drop to 30 or 40kph - and some to even 10kph - under a new city council proposal to improve safety.

The existing 60kph speed limits on main roads like Memorial Ave, Aldwins Rd, Linwood Ave and Blenheim Rd could also be dumped in favour of … View more
Speed limits on vast chunks of Christchurch roads will drop to 30 or 40kph - and some to even 10kph - under a new city council proposal to improve safety.

The existing 60kph speed limits on main roads like Memorial Ave, Aldwins Rd, Linwood Ave and Blenheim Rd could also be dumped in favour of new 50kph limits.

The proposals feature in Christchurch City Council’s draft Safer Speed Plan, released for public consultation on Monday.

Click here to read reporter Tina Law’s full story (subscription required), and see more on the council’s website here and tell us what you think in the comments below.

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276 days ago

Looking Back to 2002

Matthew from Computer Help NZ

Below is our very first newsletter. Boy how times have changed, technology has improved and we've grown.
Look out for mentions of Windows 98 and CD-ROMs!

302 days ago

Try this heart-healthy dessert today!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

A heart-healthy diet doesn't have to mean you give up dessert entirely. Our chocolate brownie is deliciously rich, easy to make and sure to be a hit for the entire whānau. Try it for yourself today!

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277 days ago

Hanmer Holiday House

Sharon from Addington

Hi is there anyone here who has a holiday house in Hanmer or knows of one 2 bedrooms. For 1 night stay at a reasonable cost please?

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