Bottle Lake, Christchurch

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688 days ago

Test Your Knowledge With The Great Kiwi Quiz

Sunday Star Times

Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between today and 29 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! The questions are based on our beautiful country so test your skills and see if you know New Zealand as well as you think you do.

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to… View more
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between today and 29 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! The questions are based on our beautiful country so test your skills and see if you know New Zealand as well as you think you do.

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to win a $200 Prezzy Card, with a total of $10,000 worth of Prezzy Cards to give away. The more correct answers you enter, the higher chance you have of walking away with a Prezzy Card this summer. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.

The team at Stuff and Sunday Star-Times
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718 days ago

Send in your little free library pictures

Reporter Community News

Stuff is doing a story on little free libraries. Nationwide they can be found in everything from fridges to bus stops and little red cupboards.
Please send a picture and short description of your library. Do not forget to tell us where it is.
nicholas.boyack@stuff.co.nz

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689 days ago

Garden stones

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

River-stone markers are the perfect way to identify your freshly planted seeds and seedlings, while adding a decorative touch to your vegetable garden. Use a range of Resene testpot colours to suit the produce you have growing.

Find out how to create your own.

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690 days ago

Subscribe to NZ House & Garden and get a $68 free gift

NZ House and Garden

Start the new year with a nourishing Antipodes’ night cream moisturiser. Subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years and receive a FREE Antipodes Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream worth $68. You’ll have until 22 January to take up this fantastic deal.

Antipodes is New … View more
Start the new year with a nourishing Antipodes’ night cream moisturiser. Subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years and receive a FREE Antipodes Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream worth $68. You’ll have until 22 January to take up this fantastic deal.

Antipodes is New Zealand’s Scientific Green Beauty brand, enhancing global beauty rituals with plant-powered, results-driven skincare featuring the world’s purest ingredients. To take part in this offer use the code ANTIPODES at checkout.

The team at Stuff and NZ House & Garden
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690 days ago

Hay for sale

Margaritha from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hay being cut now, pick up off paddock
$7.00 /bale
027 3798187

Negotiable

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695 days ago

Garden obelisk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

This easy-to-make climbing frame adds height, structure and style to your garden and vegetable beds; paint in your favourite Resene hue to add the colour.

Find out how to create your own.

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697 days ago

A Man Called Otto

Sony

Based on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an … View moreBased on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Experience a funny, heart-warming story about how some families come from the most unexpected places.

#AManCalledOtto, in cinemas January 1 – book tickets here!
Book now

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697 days ago

fresh flowers

Sue from Kaiapoi

choose your colour of fresh glads
$2 per stem
colours in photo plus reds and purples and other pinks
pick up of bramleys road
turn off lineside road
or can made small table top centres too
please text cell number 021 2222838 or ring 3139077

Negotiable

698 days ago

Attention DIY-loving neighbours!

Resene

It's your favourite time of the year; the Resene ColorShop SALE! Now's the time to Decorate and SAVE with quality Resene paints, stains, wallpaper and accessories.

Plus if you're a Resene DIY card holder you'll get an extra 5% off (yes you can sign up in store or online at … View more
It's your favourite time of the year; the Resene ColorShop SALE! Now's the time to Decorate and SAVE with quality Resene paints, stains, wallpaper and accessories.

Plus if you're a Resene DIY card holder you'll get an extra 5% off (yes you can sign up in store or online at or online!)
Find out more

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699 days ago

NZ House & Garden Tours 2023

NZ House & Garden Tours

Step inside the pages of New Zealand's favourite home and lifestyle magazine and experience a captivating mix of inspiring homes this summer.

From the 24th of Feb to 1st of April we will be in; Wānaka, Nelson, Manawatū and Clevedon
Find out more

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703 days ago
704 days ago

A Man Called Otto

Sony Pictures NZ

Based on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an … View moreBased on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Experience a funny, heart-warming story about how some families come from the most unexpected places.

#AManCalledOtto, in cinemas January 1 – book tickets now!

Rating: M Offensive Language and suicide themes.
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704 days ago

Green Glass

Ann & Dave from Belfast

Green glass collection over 20 years must be down sized. Collection is mainly depression but covers 1900 - 1970. Items include sets, bowls, vases, clocks, piano castors, plates, jugs, centre pieces, glass frogs/roses (clear and green), frosted and metal combos. Prices range from $5-$200. Bulk buys … View moreGreen glass collection over 20 years must be down sized. Collection is mainly depression but covers 1900 - 1970. Items include sets, bowls, vases, clocks, piano castors, plates, jugs, centre pieces, glass frogs/roses (clear and green), frosted and metal combos. Prices range from $5-$200. Bulk buys considered. Some uranium glass may be purchased after negotiation. All must go to loving homes. Please phone Ann on 027 323 9903 to arrange a time. Items must go by Saturday pm.

Negotiable

713 days ago

Poll: Is doing your bit to address climate change a priority for you in 2023?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With rising sea-levels threatening many parts of the South Island, the environment is on the mind.

Some New Zealanders are trying to do their bit for climate change by considering sustainability - whether they are biking more, planting trees, trying Meat-Free Mondays or only purchasing used … View more
With rising sea-levels threatening many parts of the South Island, the environment is on the mind.

Some New Zealanders are trying to do their bit for climate change by considering sustainability - whether they are biking more, planting trees, trying Meat-Free Mondays or only purchasing used clothing.

Vote in the poll and share any thoughts below - if you don't wish for your comments to be shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper alongside your first name and suburb, simply add Not For Print.

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Is doing your bit to address climate change a priority for you in 2023?
  • 4.1% Yes - it's a new year's resolution
    4.1% Complete
  • 54.4% Yes, but it's been a priority to me for awhile now
    54.4% Complete
  • 41.5% No - I won't be making any changes to my life
    41.5% Complete
436 votes
708 days ago

CHRISTMAS Day weather report

Don from Parklands - Marshlands

Christmas Day Weather Report
In the pre-Christmas rush, I predict the following weather report.
Turkeys will thaw in the morning, then warm in the oven to an afternoon high near 190F. The kitchen will turn hot and humid, and if you bother the cook, be ready for a severe squall or cold shoulder.
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Christmas Day Weather Report
In the pre-Christmas rush, I predict the following weather report.
Turkeys will thaw in the morning, then warm in the oven to an afternoon high near 190F. The kitchen will turn hot and humid, and if you bother the cook, be ready for a severe squall or cold shoulder.
During the late afternoon and evening, the cold front of a knife will slice through the turkey, causing an accumulation of one to two inches on plates. Mashed potatoes will drift across one side while cranberry sauce creates slippery spots on the other. Please pass the gravy.
A weight watch and indigestion warning have been issued for the entire area, with increased stuffiness around the beltway. During the evening, the turkey will diminish and taper off to leftovers, dropping to a low of 34F in the refrigerator.
Looking ahead to Friday and Saturday, high pressure to eat sandwiches will be established. Flurries of leftovers can be expected both days with a 50 percent chance of scattered soup late in the day. We expect a warming trend where soup develops. By early next week, eating pressure will be low as the only wish left will be the bone.

Cheers all and give a thought for others who aren't as fortunate as we are.

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