Avonhead, Christchurch

Borrow it!

Borrow it!

Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

2108 days ago

Coronavirus: Councils across New Zealand close facilities indefinitely

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council has closed all its community facilities from 4pm on Saturday.

That means there will be no public access to libraries, sport and recreation centres, pools, community centres, service centres, the Christchurch Art Gallery and the visitors' centre in the Botanic … View more
The Christchurch City Council has closed all its community facilities from 4pm on Saturday.

That means there will be no public access to libraries, sport and recreation centres, pools, community centres, service centres, the Christchurch Art Gallery and the visitors' centre in the Botanic Gardens until further notice.

Canterbury Museum and Quake City have also closed until further notice.

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2107 days ago

Support for Isolated Neighbours

Michele from Avonhead

Hi everyone, let's get creative to support one another and especially our 'isolated' neighbours. We can talk 'over the fence' or standing or sitting at a distance. Let's make sure that no one is lonely. Cheers and prayers.

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2106 days ago

Firewood - Free

Deborah from Bryndwr

Free - sitting on the outside fence to be picked up by passerbys in white bags. Help yourself. 65 Truman Rd.
It is green willow wood that will need to be dried before use and old, dried building wood that has been cut up.

Free

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2106 days ago

Ideas for connecting with your neighbours while self-isolating:

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

- Leave a note in the letterbox with your contact details
- Create a Facebook page for your street / building
- Start a WhatsApp or Viber group chat
- Give a wave from 2m away and ask how they're going
- Find and join a local Neighbourhood Support group here:

www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz...View more
- Leave a note in the letterbox with your contact details
- Create a Facebook page for your street / building
- Start a WhatsApp or Viber group chat
- Give a wave from 2m away and ask how they're going
- Find and join a local Neighbourhood Support group here:

www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz...

There are plenty of ways to keep in touch and support one another over the next several weeks. Just don't forget about those with limited internet or mobile phone access!

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2106 days ago

Covid-19 Announcement

General Manager from Musgroves Limited

As the Government has mandated, Musgroves will be closing from 1pm on Wednesday (25th March) for four weeks. We look forward to seeing what wonderful DIY projects you have been working on when we return.

2106 days ago

Avoid food poisoning at home

Ministry for Primary Industries

It’s a great time to cook for family, and whether you’re dining in or grilling on the BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home?

Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill. We all want to keep … View more
It’s a great time to cook for family, and whether you’re dining in or grilling on the BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home?

Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, and the 3Cs can help you avoid common foodborne illnesses.

Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for handy food safety tips.
Learn More

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2106 days ago

Artists for Penguins Required!

Pop Up Penguins

Pop Up Penguins is bringing giant penguins to the streets of Christchurch.

We are inviting new and established artists to submit designs to decorate the fibre-glass sculptures and bring them to life.

We will then present the designs to the Pop Up Penguins sponsors who will choose designs to… View more
Pop Up Penguins is bringing giant penguins to the streets of Christchurch.

We are inviting new and established artists to submit designs to decorate the fibre-glass sculptures and bring them to life.

We will then present the designs to the Pop Up Penguins sponsors who will choose designs to go on their sponsored penguin. Designs are welcome in any medium - traditional to new media, fine art to illustrations, graffiti and mosaic.

For more information, go to www.popuppenguins.co.nz where you can download the Artist Pack and submit your design. Design submission deadline is midnight on 31st March 2020.
Visit us online

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2107 days ago

Bear Hunt

Liana from Harewood

There is a facebook page for "Going on a Bear Hunt" - see the page and put a teddy bear in your window, for kids to look for while out getting fresh air while we're in lockdown. www.facebook.com...

2107 days ago

We're in this together!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is your chance to get organised and come up with a plan for supporting your neighbours and keeping in touch over the next several weeks. We've come up with this 'Our Neighbourhood Plan' template to help.

For additional advice and resources, visit our website at the below link:

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2107 days ago

Found Kitten

Marie from Templeton

Hi all, I have a very scared wee grey kitten here, it was running round outside my home here yesterday and then hid inside. Grey shorthaired no collar. Clear green/yellow eyes, shiny coat. Cannot get near him/her, they are in my spare room away from my own cats, have had biscuits, water and used… View moreHi all, I have a very scared wee grey kitten here, it was running round outside my home here yesterday and then hid inside. Grey shorthaired no collar. Clear green/yellow eyes, shiny coat. Cannot get near him/her, they are in my spare room away from my own cats, have had biscuits, water and used a litterbox but will not come out from undera bed. Please respond here if you are missing a kitten.

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2107 days ago

Panasonic portable phones

Kay from Papanui

Panasonic portable phone with two handsets. Well used as we chat lots, work perfectly ...👍one speaker ph. Key doesn’t work not necessary to make and receive calls, the other handset is fine comes with a brand new unused battery for future use cost 39.95 , pick up Papanui. PM me.

Price: $25

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2107 days ago

FREE WOOD AND TOP SOIL FOR RAISED VEGE GARDEN

Kay from Papanui

We have taken out a raised garden with wooden sides all wood free and Approx , 1 trailer load FREE soil help yourself easy access Papanui just off Harewood road, Don’t delay won’t last long, some free growing lettuces with it. You will need a trailer, shovel, barrow and manpower to help … View moreWe have taken out a raised garden with wooden sides all wood free and Approx , 1 trailer load FREE soil help yourself easy access Papanui just off Harewood road, Don’t delay won’t last long, some free growing lettuces with it. You will need a trailer, shovel, barrow and manpower to help yourself back right up to it, very nearby. Good quality has been used as a raised vege garden bed. GROW YOUR OWN VEGES. PM ME

Free

2108 days ago

Community Op Shop Temporary Closure

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

In light of the recent coronavirus announcements, it has been decided to temporarily close the Community Op Shop here in the Hornby Community Centre. As much as it saddens us to have to close, it is in the best interest of our most valuable assets…our volunteers and our community. For those that … View moreIn light of the recent coronavirus announcements, it has been decided to temporarily close the Community Op Shop here in the Hornby Community Centre. As much as it saddens us to have to close, it is in the best interest of our most valuable assets…our volunteers and our community. For those that know our little shop, our volunteers are mostly older adults over 70 or those who have compromised immune systems due to underlying medical conditions so we are not prepared to risk their health. After speaking with all the volunteers, be rest assured they are all keen to be back on board at the Op Shop once this health crisis is over. In the meantime, if anyone in our community is in serious need of clothing or household goods please ring Linda on (03) 349-9793 for assistance. Please take care of yourselves and your family. Keep in touch with loved ones, friends and neighbours. And please….let’s make KINDNESS contagious instead

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2108 days ago

Elusion Electrical commitment during Covid 19

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

Elusion would like to acknowledge the current Covid 19 outbreak has caused a lot of stress among our communities. Be it concern for your own and families health or financial stress.

One of the benefits of Elusion being a small business is less exposure to the unknown and more control of the … View more
Elusion would like to acknowledge the current Covid 19 outbreak has caused a lot of stress among our communities. Be it concern for your own and families health or financial stress.

One of the benefits of Elusion being a small business is less exposure to the unknown and more control of the situations our staff are exposed to. Patrick is now carrying hand sanitizer in the truck and tool box and using regularly. As a family we are regularly washing hands and we expect our teens also to play the part to keep everyone well, especially as Patrick is potentially doing work for our customers who may be over 70 or at risk group.

We ask in return that if you are unwell just let us know in advance. There may be ways to do the job but reduce risk which is where we use Elusions PA/ ED Nurse Shan to assess if job should go ahead or be rescheduled. Shan is still on leave from ED post hip surgery so not at increased risk of infection either.

Elusion Electrical remains running at full capacity at present, and our March lighting specials are still running.

Again we would like to remind all our valued clients we consider power and hot water as essential. We will always prioritize power and hot water as urgent and for these we are available 24/7.

Kia Kaha
Patrick and Shan
Elusion Electrical

2108 days ago

Christian message about COVID-19

Michele from Avonhead

Hi, anyone is welcome to watch our church service (Christchurch) at home, just click this link. This is helpful to find the Christian view of this pandemic. What we can and should do.

www.youtube.com...

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