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Our Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.
Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, … View moreOur Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.
Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, causing a large number of the population to be wiped out.
Yates is getting behind the drive to avert a similar crisis this year by giving away various free butterfly friendly seeds including Yates new Butterfly Field Mix seeds between 1st and 14th October. Just register here during this time to receive your packet of seeds.
A national planting day will be held on 20th October. Plant a Swan plant or other butterfly friendly plants in your garden, in your neighbour’s garden, at school, in your local community garden – and let’s help Monarch butterflies flourish.
National Gardening Week aims to foster a love of gardening with a focus on growing not only plants but friendships, good health, strong communities and closer connections with nature.
Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.
If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac… View moreDid you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.
If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac arrest the best chance of survival!
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Celebrating some of the greatest singers of all-time including Mario Lanza, Richard Tauber, Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Joan Sutherland, Maria Callas and Dame Kiri.
A programme interspersed with film and great anecdotes, humour and a mix of opera arias like Nessun Dorma, and the Pearl Fishers … View moreCelebrating some of the greatest singers of all-time including Mario Lanza, Richard Tauber, Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Joan Sutherland, Maria Callas and Dame Kiri.
A programme interspersed with film and great anecdotes, humour and a mix of opera arias like Nessun Dorma, and the Pearl Fishers duet.
Don’t worry, not everything is opera! Featuring melodies such as Tauber’s You are my Hearts Delight and Pedro the Fisherman, and Mario Lanza’s I’ll Walk with God.
As well as our Three Tenors we have Amanda Atlas, star of Opera Australia and New Zealand Opera, Susan Boland and David Kelly, principal accompanist and répétiteur with New Zealand Opera.
I know this enquiry will refer to something that is rather "ancient" now, but I have a box of CDs, and an instruction booklet for making all sorts of cards, banners, certificates, scrap booking, and numerous other things that can be made but, my problem is that I can no longer use this … View moreI know this enquiry will refer to something that is rather "ancient" now, but I have a box of CDs, and an instruction booklet for making all sorts of cards, banners, certificates, scrap booking, and numerous other things that can be made but, my problem is that I can no longer use this product because it won't work on my computer. I bought this item many years ago, and have had many happy hours using it, but it can only be used on a computer which has a processor number 95/98/2000/NT. It is called PRINT ARTIST, and this version is number 8. I am now using version 23, so you will see how this product has grown over the years. It's brilliant to use, and I have made lots of wonderful items with this product. My reason for putting it on Neighbourly is that, if anyone did have an old computer on which it could be used, I am more than happy to pass this product to that person, as it seems such a shame to throw away something so worthwhile. I have added a picture of the top of the box.
Tsunami Siren Testing on Sunday 30th September
On Sunday, 30th September, the tsunami sirens installed along the coastline between Brooklands and Taylors Mistake will be tested as part of a biannual testing exercise to coincide with daylight savings.
The sirens will sound at 11am for up to … View moreTsunami Siren Testing on Sunday 30th September
On Sunday, 30th September, the tsunami sirens installed along the coastline between Brooklands and Taylors Mistake will be tested as part of a biannual testing exercise to coincide with daylight savings.
The sirens will sound at 11am for up to three minutes and can usually be heard a few blocks from the coastline.
It’s a good time for people to check whether you are in a tsunami evacuation zone, and to work out with your family on where to go if you needed to evacuate and how you will get there.
Find out more about the different tsunami evacuation zones and learn what to do click here for more information or the link below:
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Picking up a Metrocard for the city’s bus network is now a lot easier.
Selected Christchurch City Council Customer Service Centres will sell the cards from today, starting with the Shirley centre and followed by Linwood.
These will add to the established network of selected Council libraries … View morePicking up a Metrocard for the city’s bus network is now a lot easier.
Selected Christchurch City Council Customer Service Centres will sell the cards from today, starting with the Shirley centre and followed by Linwood.
These will add to the established network of selected Council libraries that also offer the service.
Find out more HERE
Come along to our Spring Plant Sale!
Saturday October 27 10-2pm
We'll have lots of seedlings, plants, books, tools and bric-a-brac.
Linwood Resource Centre, 332 Linwood Ave
See you there!
Plastic supermarket bags and Tetra Pak cartons will no longer be accepted in Christchurch's kerbside recycling bin.
Hi neighbours,
You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The … View moreHi neighbours,
You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.
Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?
From today people can report problems, request services, pay some bills and give feedback online. Find out more HERE
When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.
The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.
If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.
Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.
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ECAN have rescinded their decision to cancel the 135 bus route. Instead they have extended the route which will now include The Palms Shirley, Marshlands Road, Prestons Road, Travis Road, QE11, Bower Ave, Beach Road, Effingham Street, Marine Parade, Oram Ave. Service will be hourly Monday - … View moreECAN have rescinded their decision to cancel the 135 bus route. Instead they have extended the route which will now include The Palms Shirley, Marshlands Road, Prestons Road, Travis Road, QE11, Bower Ave, Beach Road, Effingham Street, Marine Parade, Oram Ave. Service will be hourly Monday - Saturday . However there will be NO SERVICE on SUNDAYS.
This means that there will be NO public transport to places such as North Beach Surf Club and foreshore , North New Brighton Community Hall or Thomson Playground and Skate Park on SUNDAYS.
“A gift from the gods, a reflection of our environment.” Te Reo exists only in New Zealand and it’s an important part of our national identity.
You can help spread its use throughout society – and at the same time open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in many sectors – by… View more“A gift from the gods, a reflection of our environment.” Te Reo exists only in New Zealand and it’s an important part of our national identity.
You can help spread its use throughout society – and at the same time open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in many sectors – by studying the Bachelor of Māori Language and Indigenous Studies at Ara Institute of Canterbury.
You’ll become fluent within a supportive whānau environment, and you’ll have the opportunity to combine your Te Reo studies with other subjects relating to your personal career aspirations. The degree starts in February; learn more here and apply now.
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