Avonside - Dallington, Christchurch

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1511 days ago

Why 2021 will be the year of the long weekend

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once … View more
Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once you’ve tacked on the weekends, you’ll end up getting a whopping 25 days off out of those 10 stat days, plus your region’s anniversary day.

To find out how to get the most out of your annual leave next year, click here.

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1510 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a … View more
In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a year-round food supply. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and there’s another chance to win Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

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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1510 days ago

Are you having trouble heating or cooling your home?

The team from EnergySmart - Christchurch

Chances are your insulation is not performing optimally, it is a problem that is far more common than most people realise.

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1510 days ago

Bill Sutton House, swathe of Christchurch river red zone, gifted to city

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

The historic Bill Sutton House, in the river red zone, has been gifted to Christchurch.

About 70 hectares of red zone land in the Christchurch suburbs of Brooklands, Southshore and South New Brighton were also transferred to city council ownership.

The land was passed over as part of the global … View more
The historic Bill Sutton House, in the river red zone, has been gifted to Christchurch.

About 70 hectares of red zone land in the Christchurch suburbs of Brooklands, Southshore and South New Brighton were also transferred to city council ownership.

The land was passed over as part of the global settlement, wide-ranging agreement outlining the division of some earthquake recovery costs and responsibilities of the Christchurch City Council and the Crown. It was signed in September 2019.

Bill Sutton was a well-known New Zealand artist and his 1960s architecturally designed house in Templar St in Richmond has been extensively restored by the Crown. Sutton painted most of his celebrated works on the site. It will be set up as a museum.

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1510 days ago

What is double glazing?

RetroFit Double Glazing - Canterbury

What is double glazing? We’ve put together some information that might help you with your research if you're considering getting retrofit double glazing click here to read. If you’re interested, we offer a free no obligation quote click here or call us on 0800 658 658.

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1510 days ago

Paint a hat box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most… View more
Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

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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1510 days ago

Spring Open Days

Burlington Village Limited

Join us this weekend as we welcome spring at Burlington Village with live music, complimentary barista made coffees and village tours.
171 Prestons Road, Redwood

The head 2km down the road to Alpine View where we have Ice Cream Charlie providing free ice creams, demonstrations of our exciting … View more
Join us this weekend as we welcome spring at Burlington Village with live music, complimentary barista made coffees and village tours.
171 Prestons Road, Redwood

The head 2km down the road to Alpine View where we have Ice Cream Charlie providing free ice creams, demonstrations of our exciting Spritely technology and a chance to tour our facilities, apartments and show homes.
448 Prestons Road, Waitikiri

10am – 2pm, This Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September.
Contact us

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1510 days ago

Trailor plus labour

Justin from Shirley

Hi all I'm offering cheap trailor plus labour higher 20 dallors per hour plus gas for it you higher myself one of 2 trailers small single axel or furniture trailor around chch gas is usually 10 dallers depending on were to were. So if its picking up a purchase from trademe Facebook or here to … View moreHi all I'm offering cheap trailor plus labour higher 20 dallors per hour plus gas for it you higher myself one of 2 trailers small single axel or furniture trailor around chch gas is usually 10 dallers depending on were to were. So if its picking up a purchase from trademe Facebook or here to doing a dump run or supply's feel free to hit me up on here or 0211868029.

Negotiable

1519 days ago

Pruning apple trees.

Anne from Linwood

Hi all! I have 2 espaliered apple trees that badly need pruning. They aren't that tall, but I don't know how to do it. Is there anyone available that knows how to do it who could help please? I am able to pay a certain amount. Thanks.

1511 days ago

Craft Market

Julie Williams from Aranui Handiscope

Trio Craft Market is a unique little market held on the 1st Saturday of the  month at St Ambrose Church - 309 Breezes Rd  - next one the 3rd Oct  from 10 am- 2 pm. This is a lovely group of talented and friendly group of stall holders selling their hand made crafts at very reasonable prices, … View moreTrio Craft Market is a unique little market held on the 1st Saturday of the  month at St Ambrose Church - 309 Breezes Rd  - next one the 3rd Oct  from 10 am- 2 pm. This is a lovely group of talented and friendly group of stall holders selling their hand made crafts at very reasonable prices, great quality items and a little something for everyone. Great gifts too and with Christmas coming up, this is your chance to see what is available. Trio Craft also has a few stalls for community organizations to have  to help them with their own fund raising, a great way to support the community. There is spaces available and we are keen to have more people join us with your hand made crafts -for more information you can telephone Tina on :
027 351 2466 . We look forward to sharing this day with you all, so pop on down and see us. Grab a cuppa, something to eat and check out the stalls.

1511 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Wonderland - the 1906 equivalent of a theme park - was set up in Christchurch's Hagley Park during the New Zealand International Exhibition.

It included a "most riotous" water chute, which sent people hurtling into Victoria Lake on a small boat.

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1511 days ago

Happy New Zealand Sign Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

NZ Sign Language is unique to our country and is one of New Zealand's three official languages, so those are some great reasons to celebrate it!
Check out the Neighbourly team trying their hand at simple greetings that you could sign in your neighbourhood.

1512 days ago

Election 2020: Christchurch East candidates for local MP

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Christchurch East's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the … View more
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Christchurch East's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.

Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.

Why does my MP matter?

The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.

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1525 days ago

Home repairs and maintenance.

Pete from home n hosed ltd.

Roof and gutter repairs and maintenance.Most roof types...(except for Welsh slate 'cause it's a bugger).Gutter/spouting cleans.Small 'fix it' jobs.Timber repairs.
Most aspects of home maintenance attended to...
'from the lawns to the roof ridge'
Pete.02102209181

1512 days ago

November 3 day Empowering Positive Change programme

The Team from Kiwi Family Trust

Do you wonder why you think, feel and act the way you do? Do you sometimes feel like you're leaving yourself out of your own life? Do you feel stuck, or wonder which direction to go forward in? Call us on 03 963 8040 or email barb@kiwifamilytrust.org. This programme is free for anyone with a … View moreDo you wonder why you think, feel and act the way you do? Do you sometimes feel like you're leaving yourself out of your own life? Do you feel stuck, or wonder which direction to go forward in? Call us on 03 963 8040 or email barb@kiwifamilytrust.org. This programme is free for anyone with a community services card, or low waged, or under 20, or with compassionate grounds.

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