Avonhead, Christchurch

997 days ago

Paint it purple for Epilepsy NZ

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Help Resene raise awareness for Epilepsy NZ. Buy any purple testpot during March and Resene will donate $1 to Epilepsy NZ. Offer applies to all Resene purple 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-31 March 2022 at Resene owned ColorShops NZ.

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Help Resene raise awareness for Epilepsy NZ. Buy any purple testpot during March and Resene will donate $1 to Epilepsy NZ. Offer applies to all Resene purple 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-31 March 2022 at Resene owned ColorShops NZ.

To find your nearest Resene ColorShop, click here. To find out more about Epilepsy NZ and how you can help, visit the Epilepsy NZ website. Happy purple painting!

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998 days ago

Protect your garden in a changing climate

Climate Insights

Next to our homes, our garden can be our most prized possession! If you want to protect yours from our changing climate: keep an eye out for Climate Insight’s next tool, which will identify any risks your garden may face and give you advice on how to mitigate them. Your personalised report will … View moreNext to our homes, our garden can be our most prized possession! If you want to protect yours from our changing climate: keep an eye out for Climate Insight’s next tool, which will identify any risks your garden may face and give you advice on how to mitigate them. Your personalised report will delve into projected changes in temperature, precipitation, heat waves, growing degree days and much more allowing you to future proof that special space!

Check out our website for more information: www.climateinsights.global....

To get a risk assessment for your home check out our residential property reports.
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998 days ago

Will everyone catch Covid in the current wave?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive … View more
For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive 'Explained' straight to your inbox, here.

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998 days ago

Hyperboles

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

We teach a variety of language features in our program – hyperbole, personification, similes, metaphors, onomatopoeia and alliteration.

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998 days ago

RAT Tests

Jeanette from Templeton

MOH approved RAT tests available to buy on www.ecotest.co.nz...

Negotiable

1002 days ago

THE WELLINGTON PROTESTORS, A COMMENT.

Robert from Bryndwr

Things start to get interesting when a couple of protestors reportedly claimed to the media that there was NO epidemic.
They apparently claimed it was a Government plot for social control. Maybe the person was intentionally indulging in some tongue-in-cheek hyperbole. Possibly too, it could be … View more
Things start to get interesting when a couple of protestors reportedly claimed to the media that there was NO epidemic.
They apparently claimed it was a Government plot for social control. Maybe the person was intentionally indulging in some tongue-in-cheek hyperbole. Possibly too, it could be that a serious therapeutic reality check for that protestor and along with some ongoing calming medication would be helpful....

999 days ago

Lovely, luscious local pears- don't miss out!

Shirley from Harewood

Follow the signs at the ends of Crofton Rd in Harewood to our very rustic pear stall right at the end of Chilvers Way. 2kg bags for $5, 5kg bags $15, 12kg boxes for $30, and 4kg bags of 'seconds & windfalls' for just $8. These are Bon Chretien pears- the best ones for cooking and … View moreFollow the signs at the ends of Crofton Rd in Harewood to our very rustic pear stall right at the end of Chilvers Way. 2kg bags for $5, 5kg bags $15, 12kg boxes for $30, and 4kg bags of 'seconds & windfalls' for just $8. These are Bon Chretien pears- the best ones for cooking and bottling, and excellent for eating fresh too. Some Taylors Gold pears too if you strike the right day, and some apples too! Cheers, Shirley and Dave

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1000 days ago

Got a business that's made your day?

Prospa

It’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes. 

As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach … View more
It’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes. 

As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach their goals with a faster, easier approach to business loans. And we’re proud to be back sponsoring the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
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1000 days ago

Stuff Explained launches (free) newsletter

Stuff

Stuff Explained seeks to explain the 'why' behind the news, delivered straight to your inbox.

Curated by Stuff's Explainer Editor Keith Lynch, the fortnightly newsletter explains everything from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, to the inner workings of the economy, to the forces … View more
Stuff Explained seeks to explain the 'why' behind the news, delivered straight to your inbox.

Curated by Stuff's Explainer Editor Keith Lynch, the fortnightly newsletter explains everything from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, to the inner workings of the economy, to the forces that are shaping how New Zealanders live. It will feature original explainer reporting keeping you up to date with the biggest issues, along with the very best in Stuff Explained reporting you may have missed.

Sign up here (it's free!).
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1002 days ago

LAWNMOWERS WANTED.

Shaun from Burnside

Hello everybody I'm on the hunt for anyone who may have a broken down petrol rotary mower in the shed running or not gathering dust save the hassle of taking to the dump I am happy to pick up if you have anything at all you can help me with please message me 😊 Thankyou shaun. Also selling… View moreHello everybody I'm on the hunt for anyone who may have a broken down petrol rotary mower in the shed running or not gathering dust save the hassle of taking to the dump I am happy to pick up if you have anything at all you can help me with please message me 😊 Thankyou shaun. Also selling parts cheap. Thanks in advance.

1001 days ago

Win a 9 day Southern Dream tour for two.

Stuff

Enjoy a 9 day dream touring experience for two across the South Island and immerse yourself in incredible landscapes, heritage and culture.

Itinerary includes popular destinations such as Queenstown, Dunedin and Doubtful Sound. Terms and Competitions apply.
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1001 days ago

Lost keys

Lesley from Avonhead

Found corner Steadman and Yaldhurst roads. They’re sitting on top of black power box

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1003 days ago

THE OPPOSITE VIEW>>>

Robert from Bryndwr

Taking the most perverse view on vaccination, on the views held by the freedom protestors, doesn't necessarily make them seemingly fashionable, correct or right.

1003 days ago

Nomination for Queen's Honours..

Robert from Bryndwr

A New Zealand university Humanities Professor is considering advocating for nomination from their peers for Queens Honours (to Dame/Knight) having just gained community recognition for some academic and community roles. Is that how nomination for honours is done? We are considering our nomination … View moreA New Zealand university Humanities Professor is considering advocating for nomination from their peers for Queens Honours (to Dame/Knight) having just gained community recognition for some academic and community roles. Is that how nomination for honours is done? We are considering our nomination for that person....

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