Avonhead, Christchurch

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

771 days ago

There's still time (just!) to send in your basil recipe

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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772 days ago

PONANT’s ‘Explore to Inspire’ November events!

Ponant

PONANT are coming back for a second round of dates this November for their 'Explore to Inspire' Roadshow Series! And this time, they’ll be visiting three major cities in New Zealand – Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch!

Join PONANT’s fantastic team and guest speakers for an … View more
PONANT are coming back for a second round of dates this November for their 'Explore to Inspire' Roadshow Series! And this time, they’ll be visiting three major cities in New Zealand – Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch!

Join PONANT’s fantastic team and guest speakers for an inside look at what could be your next adventure, marvellous travel stories and presentations, and a glass of champagne… or two!

Registration is essential! Register now
Register now

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773 days ago

Packaged With Love - Shop Opening at 169 Wairakei Road

Penny from Papanui

Sharing on behalf:
The day has come.... The shop opens tomorrow - Tuesday 18th October at 10am.
Come see us at 169 Wairakei Road, Christchurch - we have loads of neat gift items that you can purchase on their own or you can have gift wrapped or gift boxed - lots of options!
The online store … View more
Sharing on behalf:
The day has come.... The shop opens tomorrow - Tuesday 18th October at 10am.
Come see us at 169 Wairakei Road, Christchurch - we have loads of neat gift items that you can purchase on their own or you can have gift wrapped or gift boxed - lots of options!
The online store continues the same as it has been and this is where you will order gifts for delivery.
More items will be added to the shop in the coming few weeks, we have your Christmas shopping sorted!

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774 days ago

STOP TREATING SOIL LIKE DIRT

Yates

Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a … View more
Nourish the soil and the soil will nourish you! Healthy soil is at the very foundation of gardening success - and life itself - and this National Gardening Week Yates wants to help you grow good soil.

We’ve pulled together a bunch of ways to measure your soil health – how about planting a pair of undies to find out how healthy your soil is? Or try a quick “worm count” test, building a “compost jar” (great fun for kids) or do a food waste audit.

Plus we’ve easy to follow steps on how to turn your food scraps & garden waste into fabulous compost.
Find out more

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775 days ago

Plant seeds every month with a subscription from Kings Seeds.

The TV Guide

Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, … View more
Sick of expensive veges from the supermarket? Purchase a subscription to the TV Guide for your chance to win 1 of 20 1-year seed subscriptions from Kings Seeds, worth $450. Delivered monthly to your home, what better way to go green and save money than growing your own food?

Purchase a 6 month, 1 year, or 2 year subscription to the TV Guide before 31 October and you’ll automatically be placed in the draw to win. There are three different subscriptions to choose from to suit your needs; Vegetable seeds, Microgreen seeds, and Sprouting seeds. To view the T&Cs click here.
Find out more

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776 days ago

Painted fence

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

It’s easy to transform a tired timber fence into a stylish feature with Resene Lumbersider. Find out how to create your own.

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777 days ago

GARAGE SALE

Caleb from Broomfield - Hei Hei

9 Peebles Drive, Hei Hei.
4 Family, Saturday 15 Oct 8am-11/12pm.
Box of free stuff too.
Write it down and come!

Negotiable

777 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for nasturtium?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made… View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for nasturtium recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 16, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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777 days ago

Merrin School PE Top

Karen from Avonhead

Hello,
I am looking for a second hand Merrin School PE Top for my daughter who is size 8 year 4.Just inform if anyone knows where I can avail it.Please comment.Thank you.

Free

777 days ago

What's New Zealand's coolest suburb?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Auckland inner-city suburb of Kingsland has been named one of the world’s ‘coolest’ neighbourhoods in the annual survey from Time Out.

The UK media outlet received thousands of contributions from around the world and compiled the top 51 alongside local writers and editors. Kingsland … View more
The Auckland inner-city suburb of Kingsland has been named one of the world’s ‘coolest’ neighbourhoods in the annual survey from Time Out.

The UK media outlet received thousands of contributions from around the world and compiled the top 51 alongside local writers and editors. Kingsland came in 43rd and was praised for its quirky shops and eclectic food scene.

Read more here.

But is it really the best ‘burb in the country? Tell us what your top pick is and why in the comments below.

778 days ago

Caravan for Sale !

Chantal from Broomfield - Hei Hei

Hey guys just seeing if there is any interest in my caravan very regretful sale however I don't have time to do her up, her vin number is somewhere on the A Frame the coupling I have for her is to small however you can weld steel on and bolt it on viewing would be Hei Hei and price is Ono She … View moreHey guys just seeing if there is any interest in my caravan very regretful sale however I don't have time to do her up, her vin number is somewhere on the A Frame the coupling I have for her is to small however you can weld steel on and bolt it on viewing would be Hei Hei and price is Ono She would be a beauty with time 😊
In one picture it looks like water damage but I can confirm is just from me ripping up the flooring 1 broken window but have the boarder for it.

Price: $3,000

781 days ago

WANTED 20 Clean Glass Bottles for a Community Flower Display next weekend.

Michele from Avonhead

CHRISTCHURCH PAEONY club have been invited to have a PAEONY display for HERITAGE WEEK at the Christchurch Chinese Association rooms 22 St Asaph St 9 - 4 Saturday 15th October. FREE Entry.

Please message me as I need to secure bottles to display the blooms. Could be on a borrow basis. :D Early … View more
CHRISTCHURCH PAEONY club have been invited to have a PAEONY display for HERITAGE WEEK at the Christchurch Chinese Association rooms 22 St Asaph St 9 - 4 Saturday 15th October. FREE Entry.

Please message me as I need to secure bottles to display the blooms. Could be on a borrow basis. :D Early Blooms would be great too if you have any. Many thanks.

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778 days ago

Spring Market

Helen from Papanui

Packe Street Park & Community Garden is holding a market this coming Saturday 10 am - 1 pm There are still free stall spaces available for individuals or organisations. We have a seedling and plant swap, book exchange, second hand decor and fashion, new babywear, sausage sizzle, and whatever… View morePacke Street Park & Community Garden is holding a market this coming Saturday 10 am - 1 pm There are still free stall spaces available for individuals or organisations. We have a seedling and plant swap, book exchange, second hand decor and fashion, new babywear, sausage sizzle, and whatever you would like to bring. Everyone welcome.

779 days ago

Ryman residents aren’t defined by dementia

Ryman Healthcare

Through Ryman’s bespoke model of dementia care, myRyman Life, our villages aim to challenge perspectives on dementia and to create inclusive communities where staff receive cutting-edge training, families can feel reassured, and residents can thrive.

At Ryman villages our focus is on … View more
Through Ryman’s bespoke model of dementia care, myRyman Life, our villages aim to challenge perspectives on dementia and to create inclusive communities where staff receive cutting-edge training, families can feel reassured, and residents can thrive.

At Ryman villages our focus is on experience-based care rather than processes, enabling residents to live in the moment and to feel kindness, love and security.

Most of all, Ryman residents living with dementia are supported to continue doing the things that bring them joy so they can live fulfilled lives.
Learn more

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779 days ago

St Aidan's plant sale

Julie from Bryndwr

SAVE THE DATE
Saturday 29 October 2022
9-11am

St Aidan's cnr Brookside Tce & Aorangi Rd in Bryndwr is having it's annual plant sale. Come along and grab a bargain.

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