Avonhead, Christchurch

1573 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Traffic at the intersection of High, Lichfield and Manchester streets
circa 1962.

The Majestic Theatre is on the right and the Canterbury Building Society building in the centre, on the corner of High and Manchester streets.

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1571 days ago

Ali Cats Cattery - where Cats go for a vacation....

Alison Tewnion from Ali Cats Cattery

Purpose built, safe, warm (under floor heating) and secure. Charges start from only $15 per day.
www.cattery.co.nz......
Ph 03 3421424

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1571 days ago

Wai-mana Chapel - Garden of Memories Opens

Manager from Lamb & Hayward

Lamb & Hayward have created the Garden of Memories at Wai-mana Chapel, Rangiora. A respectful and restful place. Creating an ash interment that honours your loved one.
Read more….

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1573 days ago

Missing Shoe

Mark & Rachael from Upper Riccarton

If you live in Christchurch and find a shoe like the one in the photograph while you are out and about please let me know as it might be my lost shoe. Somehow my shoe must have fallen out of our car when hubby and I were out and about recently. One of my favourite pairs of shoes so sad one is … View moreIf you live in Christchurch and find a shoe like the one in the photograph while you are out and about please let me know as it might be my lost shoe. Somehow my shoe must have fallen out of our car when hubby and I were out and about recently. One of my favourite pairs of shoes so sad one is missing

1576 days ago

Bin stickers

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Want a sticker to pop on the lids of your three bins so you can double check what goes in each?

Head down to any of our libraries or service centres and our friendly team will be able to give you a set!

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1571 days ago

Immigration (Immigration NZ) + "Visitor Care Manaaki Manuhiri" programme (Red Cross)

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Although we are currently at Level 2 we are still running our Immigration seminar with of course social distancing measures in place . We are also live streaming the event .
If you wish to come in person it will take place from 7 - 8:30pm on Monday 17 August 2020
at Baylis Lounge, Lincoln Event … View more
Although we are currently at Level 2 we are still running our Immigration seminar with of course social distancing measures in place . We are also live streaming the event .
If you wish to come in person it will take place from 7 - 8:30pm on Monday 17 August 2020
at Baylis Lounge, Lincoln Event Centre, 15 Meijer Drive, Lincoln. People wanting to attend the webinar MUST register for the webinar link by emailing migrant.cabchch@gmail.com or Amy.Penketh@selwyn.govt.nz
If Canterbury moves up Alert Levels over the weekend, the session will be live streamed only (attendees must register in order to receive the webinar link).

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1571 days ago

Bring out the best in your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card … View more
Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card sign up free online or while you’re in store.
Get your card

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1572 days ago

Did you know it's time to get eggplants started?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and … View more
In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and nominate a gardening hero for Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for $35 vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries and sensational new peace lilies from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1572 days ago

Notice of AGM - 28TH AUGUST 10AM

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch Area is holding it's 2020 Annual General Meeting at 10 am on the 28th of August. It is being held at Christchurch North Methodist Church on Harewood road. Our guest speaker is Tony McNeill (Relationship Manager, MBIE Settlement Team within Immigration NZ.) … View moreCitizens Advice Bureau Christchurch Area is holding it's 2020 Annual General Meeting at 10 am on the 28th of August. It is being held at Christchurch North Methodist Church on Harewood road. Our guest speaker is Tony McNeill (Relationship Manager, MBIE Settlement Team within Immigration NZ.) Members of the public are welcome to attend .

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1572 days ago

Use toy figures to make candy jars and bookends

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Use plastic animal figurines to make fun and easy projects for your home painted with Resene testpots. Colourful bookends and fun jar lids.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own

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1572 days ago

Blitzit! Declutter and Organise

Anne from BLITZIT

Book me while you can !! I can help you declutter and organise any room or garage so you can enjoy living in your home and become super efficient . You will feel emotionally and physically recharged !!
Mobile :027 254 8948

1573 days ago

We are fully operational during alert level 2 & 3

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Hi Neighbours,

Whether it is an urgent issue that needs fixing or planning for the repair of windows and doors around your home, we can help with everything you need. Our team is fully operational and able to help you during Alert Level 2 & 3 :)

We are following stringent health & safety … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Whether it is an urgent issue that needs fixing or planning for the repair of windows and doors around your home, we can help with everything you need. Our team is fully operational and able to help you during Alert Level 2 & 3 :)

We are following stringent health & safety protocols to ensure the safety of all our customers and teams.
Head to our dedicated Covid-19 updates page for information on our Alert Level 2 & 3 H&S procedures:

Take care, stay safe and be kind to one another!

From your Exceed - we fix windows & doors team

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1573 days ago

Are granny flats a good retirement option?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family … View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family member, we'd like to hear about why a granny flat was right for you. What was the process of getting one and learning to live together like? If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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1573 days ago

Reminder - no JP or Free Legal clinics today

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Citizens advice bureau is open at Level 2 although there are some changes to our service for the next 3 days .
Our City and West (Hornby) branches will open as normal but there will be no JP clinics or Free Legal clinics .
Our North branch (Fendalton) will be closed for face to face but will take … View more
Citizens advice bureau is open at Level 2 although there are some changes to our service for the next 3 days .
Our City and West (Hornby) branches will open as normal but there will be no JP clinics or Free Legal clinics .
Our North branch (Fendalton) will be closed for face to face but will take calls , emails and online chat. Our 0800 number is operational as normal. Our website has also been updated with C-19 links .

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