Avonside - Dallington, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2336 days ago

Poll: What do you wear in the garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Check out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For… View moreCheck out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For the apron, start with a smaller size than you would wear so it doesn't wrap around too far. Check that it has a lot of pockets." So tell us if you've got similarly fashionable, exclusive-for-the-garden glad rags, and if yes, why not post a photo in the Reply space too!

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What do you wear in the garden?
  • 69% I have something upcycled from old stuff.
    69% Complete
  • 5% I bought something especially.
    5% Complete
  • 26.1% No! I like gardening in the buff!
    26.1% Complete
422 votes
2336 days ago

Dates revealed for 're-imagined' buskers festival

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The World Buskers Festival has been re-imagined, and it's coming to Ōtautahi streets in January. For more on the new Bread & Circus - World Buskers Festival, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2341 days ago

Canterbury District Health Board axes oft-slated potholed and puddled car park

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A much-slated car park that's part of a park-and-ride service to Christchurch Hospital will close and be replaced by a council parking building.

The CDHB will now use the Christchurch City Council-owned Lichfield St car park building. It has 805 parks and is regularly well below capacity.
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A much-slated car park that's part of a park-and-ride service to Christchurch Hospital will close and be replaced by a council parking building.

The CDHB will now use the Christchurch City Council-owned Lichfield St car park building. It has 805 parks and is regularly well below capacity.

The park-and-ride service will operate from the building from July 2.

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2336 days ago

Electricity costs

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Consumer NZ's latest energy providers survey found a significant number of households have had trouble paying their power bills.

Visit the CAB website to find answers to frequently asked questions about electricity costs:
www.cab.org.nz...

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2347 days ago

Fatbags for birds suggestion

Marion from Richmond

After watching starlings initially dominate the waxeyes over the fatbags we'd put up, I noticed that once the fatbag had shrunk enough, the starlings could no longer land. So after putting up 2 new fatbags today I made a circular "lid" for one out of a bit of lino. The waxeyes can … View moreAfter watching starlings initially dominate the waxeyes over the fatbags we'd put up, I noticed that once the fatbag had shrunk enough, the starlings could no longer land. So after putting up 2 new fatbags today I made a circular "lid" for one out of a bit of lino. The waxeyes can still come in from the side and even hang upside down from the "lid" but the starlings can't hover or fly in from the side. I've left the second fatbag for the starlings.
I guess an old plastic lampshade would do or an old paint tin lid - even cardboard would last for the life of the fatbag. Cheers - John
PS No starlings were harmed - just annoyed!

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2337 days ago

Order your Entertainment book here to support Citizens Advice Bureau

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

At CAB we help people to know and understand their rights and obligations and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. We provide a free and independent service to all. Interviewers are Volunteers giving up their time freely in the service of others. Your purchase of an Entertainment … View moreAt CAB we help people to know and understand their rights and obligations and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. We provide a free and independent service to all. Interviewers are Volunteers giving up their time freely in the service of others. Your purchase of an Entertainment Membership contributes to our fundraising.

If you select the pick-up option when you order then we’ll contact you about when you can collect it from the Entertainment Book office at 191 Ferry Road.

The link to order is: www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...

The link to preview the 2018/19 Christchurch, Canterbury and Nelson book is: www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...

Please help us achieve our goal by sharing this link with your Friends and Family. Thanks for your support!

2337 days ago

Graeme Bergh's Ride Forever testimonial...

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, … View more
Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, “and that breaks my heart”, says Graeme. His solution? “Do some training”. It just might save your life.

Sign up for training today.
Enrol now

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2338 days ago

Food sharing app.

Sarah from Phillipstown

Check out olio. App for food (and other stuff) sharing and zero waste ideas.
olioex.com...
The more locals that use it the better it will be.

2338 days ago

Do you think the council is managing it's budgets well?

Gareth from Burwood

www.stuff.co.nz...

How do you feel about the city owing $2.1B
And do you really think the rates will drop in 2028 as the say?

2343 days ago

Will you be striking for better pay in Christchurch?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Will you be taking to the streets in your community to strike for better pay? The nurses union has "strongly rejected" a DHB pay and conditions offer and is seeking urgent mediation. That means strikes scheduled for July could still go ahead.

Do you support the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Will you be taking to the streets in your community to strike for better pay? The nurses union has "strongly rejected" a DHB pay and conditions offer and is seeking urgent mediation. That means strikes scheduled for July could still go ahead.

Do you support the nurses' stance? What do you think of the latest pay offer? Let us know in the replies. Click here to read more. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

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2342 days ago

Taiora QE11 pools and gym complex

Shirley from Burwood

So exciting to be able to enjoy all that this new facility can offer. Willie Pitama is back one again to run the QE11 50 + and Earlybirds club Monday Wednesday and Friday mornings from 6.30 to 9.30am. We have kept the core members together during the past seven years and now invite new members to… View moreSo exciting to be able to enjoy all that this new facility can offer. Willie Pitama is back one again to run the QE11 50 + and Earlybirds club Monday Wednesday and Friday mornings from 6.30 to 9.30am. We have kept the core members together during the past seven years and now invite new members to come along to socialise and enjoy a cuppa, toast or biscuit with us all. Please come along and start the day the healthy and friendly way. Only $5 subscription to cover expenses.

2339 days ago

Christchurch water

Gareth from Burwood

On Stuff at the moment under the Video section is an interview with Helen Beaumont, head of the repair programme for the city's well heads.
It's not very long and doesn't give great detail, but is interesting and gives some hope moving forward.
The video is called "Programme … View more
On Stuff at the moment under the Video section is an interview with Helen Beaumont, head of the repair programme for the city's well heads.
It's not very long and doesn't give great detail, but is interesting and gives some hope moving forward.
The video is called "Programme to turn the tide on city water problems"
There doesn't seem to be a way to link the exact video, but should be easy to find.
www.stuff.co.nz...

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2339 days ago

Two bedroom townhouse in St Martins

Judith from Avondale

I will have a townhouse for rent in St Martins ready in a week. Two bedrooms modern kitchen and living single garage
Washing machine new drapes and carpet
Access ramps for disabled people
Very sunny private courtyard
$350 per week

2339 days ago

Entertainment Books. You save and Charities win.

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

Ive got bad news everyone.
If you purchased an Entertainment Book or digital app last year, it’s now expired.

But don’t worry, Cat Rescue Christchurch have the new 2018/2019 books and digital apps in stock!

Cat Rescue Christchurch would not be able to continue the work we do without your … View more
Ive got bad news everyone.
If you purchased an Entertainment Book or digital app last year, it’s now expired.

But don’t worry, Cat Rescue Christchurch have the new 2018/2019 books and digital apps in stock!

Cat Rescue Christchurch would not be able to continue the work we do without your generous donations and support with our fundraisers.
Its not uncommon for us to have monthly vet bills of $30,000+.
For each book or app sold, Cat Rescue Christchurch will receive 20% back which goes straight into things like the vet bills which treat the unwell cats and kittens, as well as keeping our little friends as far away from being hungry as possible.
If not purchasing a book or digital app through us, please support us by liking, sharing or commenting.

With 100’s of 2 for 1 and up to 50% off offers at many of the top and your own favourite restaurants, cafes, takeaways, attractions and activities, as well as retail and travel offers – from Timaru through to Christchurch and up to Nelson, totalling to over $20,000 in savings in each book or app, why wouldn’t you have a book or app in your household?
Know someone who wants one? Want to get one yourself or for that special someone?
Simply visit www.entertainmentbook.co.nz... to purchase one today!
Pro tip – Cat Rescue Christchurch also have all editions across NZ, AUS and Bali available to purchase.

If you want to know more about Cat Rescue Christchurch and what we do – Go to our website, or like both our facebook page and our fundraising info page.

Thanks for your support!  If you order please put neighbourly as how you found out.

2341 days ago

Fuel Tax

Gareth from Burwood

Saw this in Stuff....
Appears both CCC & ECAN want a fuel tax for christchurch, so looks like we will get hit twice... that means up to 20 cents per litre plus GST.
To say this makes me angry is an understatement!

www.stuff.co.nz...

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