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464 days ago

Are you thinking of being a volunteer?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are on the hunt for our next group of superstar volunteers. If you are looking for a way to give back, support the community, learn new skills, and meet new people, then get in touch.

We have 3 branches in Christchurch and there is free parking at all locations.
- West branch - 7 Goulding … View more
We are on the hunt for our next group of superstar volunteers. If you are looking for a way to give back, support the community, learn new skills, and meet new people, then get in touch.

We have 3 branches in Christchurch and there is free parking at all locations.
- West branch - 7 Goulding Avenue, Hornby (within Hornby Community centre)
- City branch – 250 Colombo Street, Sydenham (within Salvation army building)
- North branch – 4 Jeffreys Road, Fendalton (within Fendalton library)

If you think this might be you, and you want more information, then email manager.cabchch@gmail.com.

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464 days ago

Is your Mobile Plan adding stress?

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours!
Is your Mobile plan one of the many Winter bills piling up? It might be time to review it so you can relax..even just a smidge?! Compare all the mobile plans and providers on Mobile Compare and find a plan that lets you stay connected without overpaying.

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464 days ago

💥A Rolling Stone Fundraiser💥

Leanna from Bishopdale

💥A Rolling Stone Fundraiser💥
This Sunday 20th Aug Red Weekend are headlining this ALL AGES event. All proceeds go to help keep A Rolling Stone alive.
Come on down to check out this great line up of our local youth talent, and help support an amazing live music venue. Kick off is at 2pm to … View more
💥A Rolling Stone Fundraiser💥
This Sunday 20th Aug Red Weekend are headlining this ALL AGES event. All proceeds go to help keep A Rolling Stone alive.
Come on down to check out this great line up of our local youth talent, and help support an amazing live music venue. Kick off is at 2pm to 8pm.

#localmusic #chchgig #rockmusic #fundraiser #nzmusic #livemusic

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464 days ago

Black Beech trees

Ingrid from Ilam

Black Beech native trees

Price: $3

464 days ago

Back from black

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Transform a basic cabinet using four simple steps and Resene Enamacryl.
Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

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468 days ago

Poll: Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The leader of the National Party has announced a plan to ban cellphones from all classrooms to minimize distractions for students. The Labour party has commented that this is commonplace already and is a decision best left for individual schools. Do you think a ban should be enforced?

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Should cellphones stay out of classrooms?
  • 75.2% Yes, there's no need for phones in classrooms
    75.2% Complete
  • 24.1% Nah, let the school decide
    24.1% Complete
  • 0.7% I'm not sure
    0.7% Complete
4158 votes
466 days ago

Tom Christie Joins Ray White Bishopdale

Ray White Bishopdale

Ray White Bishopdale are proud to announce that Canterbury Rugby player Tom Christie has joined our team as brand ambassador.
A local and proud Cantabrian, Tom Christie is a humble bloke with an enormous work ethic on and off the field which aligns perfectly with our team at Ray White Bishopdale.… View more
Ray White Bishopdale are proud to announce that Canterbury Rugby player Tom Christie has joined our team as brand ambassador.
A local and proud Cantabrian, Tom Christie is a humble bloke with an enormous work ethic on and off the field which aligns perfectly with our team at Ray White Bishopdale.
He is a great supporter of our local community and is excited to join us as he believes in what Ray White Bishopdale have done and continue to do for their community.

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466 days ago

Thank you!

Ray White Bishopdale

Thank you so much to everyone who came down to our Quiz Night with Canterbury Rugby last night. With close to 50 teams entered and multiple Canterbury Rugby players, coaches and team members in attendance, the Papanui Club was packed and there was not an empty seat in the house.


We had an … View more
Thank you so much to everyone who came down to our Quiz Night with Canterbury Rugby last night. With close to 50 teams entered and multiple Canterbury Rugby players, coaches and team members in attendance, the Papanui Club was packed and there was not an empty seat in the house.


We had an awesome night and would like to thank everyone who came along. We are very proud to say that we raised $714 for The Christchurch Kidney Society on the night.

“It is so lovely to have support in our community to raise much needed funds and create awareness of kidney disease.” Says Jo Houghton, The Christchurch Kidney Society Manager. For more information on what The Christchurch Kidney Society do and how you can help, visit christchurchkidneysociety.co.nz

466 days ago

Do you know a gardener using their greenthumbs to help their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Tell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.

Send up to five… View more
Tell us about gardeners doing something worth celebrating in your community, and they could be in the running for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! The winner will receive Vegepod product worth $1000. And the most colourful character receives $1000 worth of Resene paint.

Send up to five high-resolution photos and explain why you wish to nominate a person or group to be the Ryman Healthcare 2023 Gardener of the Year. Email your entry to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Or post your nomination to 2023 Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Victoria St West, Auckland 1142.

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466 days ago

Free clothing rack - can be delivered at a small charge

Sue McManus from Red Cross Shop Hornby

Free sturdy clothing rack surplus to requirement.

Width 70cm, height 129cm and length 197cm

Pop instore to view at :

Red Cross Hornby
1/5 Amyes road… View more
Free sturdy clothing rack surplus to requirement.

Width 70cm, height 129cm and length 197cm

Pop instore to view at :

Red Cross Hornby
1/5 Amyes road
Hornby

Open 7 days
9am - 5pm

466 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is always held on the 3rd Sunday of the … View more
Monthly AEA Web Events
The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is always held on the 3rd Sunday of the month at 8.00am (9.00am Daylight Saving Time). Except in October 2023 when it will fall on the 4th Sunday.

ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.



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466 days ago

CAB free clinics coming up – 16-22 August 2023

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We have several free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and specialised free legal help for both Employment and Immigration.

1. Employment free legal clinic by Zoom - Wednesday, 16th from 5.45 pm - Bookings essential email … View more
We have several free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and specialised free legal help for both Employment and Immigration.

1. Employment free legal clinic by Zoom - Wednesday, 16th from 5.45 pm - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

2. Justice of the peace – Thursday, 17th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

3. Free legal clinics – Thursday, 17th – drop in clinic
- 1pm - 250 Colombo Street (Salvation Army centre) – 03 366 6490
- 6.15pm - 8 Goulding Ave (Hornby community centre) – 03 349 5236

4. Immigration legal advice – Thursday, 17th - 6.15pm - Hornby community centre - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

5. Justice of the peace – Monday, 21st - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

6. Our CAB volunteers are at the Loft – Tuesday, 22nd – 11am-2pm. Upstairs in Eastgate Mall in the Library. Drop in for a chat if you want to talk through a problem.

For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.

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466 days ago

Red Weekend Gig This Sat 19th Aug

Leanna from Bishopdale

It's been a while, but Red Weekend are back at the Woolston Sports Bar 669 Ferry Rd. Come on down this Saturday19th Aug 8pm for another great night of entertainment. Get Ready to Rock!!
Follow @redweekendmusic

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467 days ago

F&P Washing Machine - Free to a good home.

Andrew & Lisa from Hornby

Top Loader model MW613, slightly wider than the standard ones 6.5KG load.

It is a bit dusty and has a few paint and cut marks on the lid and sides, and one of the internal fins is broken, but works fine, we were using ourselves up to a week or two ago.

We have a smaller one now so no need … View more
Top Loader model MW613, slightly wider than the standard ones 6.5KG load.

It is a bit dusty and has a few paint and cut marks on the lid and sides, and one of the internal fins is broken, but works fine, we were using ourselves up to a week or two ago.

We have a smaller one now so no need for this...

photos attached show the condition etc

Call/text 021 116-7074 if you want it...

Free

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467 days ago

Dishwasher Repair Person

Jeannie from Bryndwr

Hi Everyone, can anyone recommend someone to fix our dishwasher please? Thank you.

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