Avonside - Dallington, Christchurch

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1933 days ago

10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people… View more
Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.

To read more, click here.

If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.

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1932 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry, help someone with a broken down car or flat tire, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month also coincides with World Humanitarian Day on August 19th and Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1932 days ago

Strong Wind Warning

Bas. from Wainoni

Area: Canterbury Coast and Plains
Valid: For 9 hours from around 1900 (7:00 pm) Friday, through to approx. 0400 (4:00 am) Saturday
Forecast: Southwest winds may approach severe Gale Force, up to 50 knots (75–88 km/h) in exposed places during this time.

(Beaufort wind force scale. #9)

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Area: Canterbury Coast and Plains
Valid: For 9 hours from around 1900 (7:00 pm) Friday, through to approx. 0400 (4:00 am) Saturday
Forecast: Southwest winds may approach severe Gale Force, up to 50 knots (75–88 km/h) in exposed places during this time.

(Beaufort wind force scale. #9)

Thanks to Gets Ready at christchurch.getsready.net....

1932 days ago

Poll: What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite … View more
While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite here's hoping you enjoy tonight's takeaways :)

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What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?
  • 1.3% Monday
    1.3% Complete
  • 1.6% Tuesday
    1.6% Complete
  • 3.1% Wednesday
    3.1% Complete
  • 6.2% Thursday
    6.2% Complete
  • 68.1% Friday
    68.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Saturday
    12.8% Complete
  • 6.8% Sunday
    6.8% Complete
1635 votes
1932 days ago

Should you be leaving your heat pump on?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

There's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. … View moreThere's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. Check them out, here.

And if you don't have a heat pump, don't despair. There's plenty you can do to make your heating more efficient and your home a little warmer... Here are some common home heating mistakes you may be making and how to fix them.

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1933 days ago

The Great Britain Rugby League Lions return!

GB Rugby League Lions Tour and Oceania Cup 2019

International Rugby League returns to the South Island with a doubleheader at Christchurch’s Orangetheory Stadium.

The New Zealand Kiwis, the Great Britain Rugby League Lions, Papua New Guinea Kumuls and Fiji Bati will be in action in the Garden City on November 9.

The first game of the … View more
International Rugby League returns to the South Island with a doubleheader at Christchurch’s Orangetheory Stadium.

The New Zealand Kiwis, the Great Britain Rugby League Lions, Papua New Guinea Kumuls and Fiji Bati will be in action in the Garden City on November 9.

The first game of the doubleheader sees Oceania Cup Pool B rivals Fiji Bati and Papua New Guinea Kumuls play. Followed by historical rivals the Kiwis and the Great Britain Rugby League Lions battle it out for supremacy in their final Test match against each.

Tickets from $20 + fees (Adults) and $10 (kids) + fees.
Buy tickets

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1933 days ago

Fast burning oregan kindling - UPDATE

Ricky from Burwood

KINDLING FUNDRAISER
My sons are off to Australia with their Shirley Boys High cricket team in September and I am making them raise half the cost of their trip.

$10 per box.

We can deliver 6 boxes or more for free within the Chch area (at a time that suits)

Kindling can also be picked up from … View more
KINDLING FUNDRAISER
My sons are off to Australia with their Shirley Boys High cricket team in September and I am making them raise half the cost of their trip.

$10 per box.

We can deliver 6 boxes or more for free within the Chch area (at a time that suits)

Kindling can also be picked up from either Burwood or Harewood (Near Bishopdale)

For any elderly people living in the Brighton area (or nearish to Burwood rd) we will happily deliver a single box if that is all you need as we have had a few elderly men and woman whom aren't able to get out and don't require 6 boxes. We would rather drop a box off to you than you be cold.

They have sold a lot to very happy people but still have boxes left.

Price: $10

1933 days ago

Bird Feeder.

John from Burwood

Feeder for our feathered friends. Simple feeder that holds an an Apple or pear. Wax eyes love it. Ph 0224444702
I still have several more of these feeders for sale.

Price: $10

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1945 days ago

LOST: TV CHANNELS !! REPAIR/HANDYMAN needed URGENTLY !

Carolyn Faye from Linwood

Hi, I am missing some of my favorite programs ! yesterday my TV 1 faded out totally. I checked other channels. Most are gone. I CAN get channel 3 okay. My TV is not old, only about 8 years old, bought new, Akai brand. Could be the aerial ? Can anyone help , who has 'some' … View moreHi, I am missing some of my favorite programs ! yesterday my TV 1 faded out totally. I checked other channels. Most are gone. I CAN get channel 3 okay. My TV is not old, only about 8 years old, bought new, Akai brand. Could be the aerial ? Can anyone help , who has 'some' knowledge of this problem.....and who doesn't charge the earth. Thankyou kindly, (Pensioner).

1934 days ago

Become a Teacher

Ministry Of Education

Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View more
Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
Learn more

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1946 days ago

Large outdoor flower painting stolen from Cumnor Tce

Laila from Woolston

Hi all. On Tuesday afternoon I had a large, original, outdoor painting stolen from my front porch in Cumnor Tce, Woolston.
The painting is of several red and white flowers floating on a dark blue background. It is airbrushed onto a large metal canvas.
It is extremely valuable to me, as it took … View more
Hi all. On Tuesday afternoon I had a large, original, outdoor painting stolen from my front porch in Cumnor Tce, Woolston.
The painting is of several red and white flowers floating on a dark blue background. It is airbrushed onto a large metal canvas.
It is extremely valuable to me, as it took weeks of work on my part, and was painted for my mother. Market value is upwards of $1000. It would be impossible for me to duplicate it.
Any information regarding it's whereabouts - or its safe return - would be immensely appreciated!
Thank you.
Laila

1936 days ago

4.30am sirens

Denise from Avondale

Anybody know what the siren chaos was about at 4.30am this morning? Cops flying at full speed down Breezes Rd and all over by the sounds of all the sirens.

1934 days ago

Bird Nesting Boxes.

John from Burwood

To encourage more songsters into your area. Made from H3.2 pine gauged timber, so have excellent lasting quality. The roof is removable for easy cleaning. Hanging hooks built in. Peaked roof model $20. Flat roof $25.

Price: $20

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1934 days ago

Bird Nesting Boxes.

John from Burwood

To encourage more songsters into your area. Made from H3.2 pine gauged timber, so have excellent lasting quality. The roof is removable for easy cleaning. Hanging hooks built in. Peaked roof model $20. Flat roof $25.

Price: $25

1934 days ago

Heavy snow warnings issued for South Island's east coast

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The coldest blast of winter so far is starting to move on to the south of the country ahead of expected disruption from heavy snow on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

MetService has issued heavy snow warnings for much of Canterbury and Marlborough, and parts of Central Otago, from Tuesday evening … View more
The coldest blast of winter so far is starting to move on to the south of the country ahead of expected disruption from heavy snow on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

MetService has issued heavy snow warnings for much of Canterbury and Marlborough, and parts of Central Otago, from Tuesday evening until Wednesday afternoon, advising that snow will fall as low as 200 metres causing problems for travellers and farmers.

Below 200m, sleet and heavy rain may also be a problem for Christchurch and parts of Banks Peninsula on Wednesday morning.

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