Bryndwr, Christchurch

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2215 days ago

$3500 bill for every household in small-town New Zealand to fix ageing wastewater plants

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Some Kiwi households could be hit with a bill of more than $3500 every year to help pay for billions of dollars of upgrades needed to fix New Zealand's wastewater systems.

Councils may have to find up to $2.1 billion to fund vital improvements to the ageing network so treatment plants meet … View more
Some Kiwi households could be hit with a bill of more than $3500 every year to help pay for billions of dollars of upgrades needed to fix New Zealand's wastewater systems.

Councils may have to find up to $2.1 billion to fund vital improvements to the ageing network so treatment plants meet environmental standards, a report found.

Read more by clicking the link below and let us know what you think in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

2215 days ago

Consumer Affairs

Jan Tedesco from NW WEA - a branch of CWEA

Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 26th October, to listen to Gloria Magee from Citizens' Advice Bureau talk about 'Consumer Affairs'.
Her talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the … View more
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 26th October, to listen to Gloria Magee from Citizens' Advice Bureau talk about 'Consumer Affairs'.
Her talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy. If you come at 10am you can have a tea or coffee and a biscuit first

2215 days ago

Save Barn’s summer showdown - Coming soon!

Save Barn

It’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Christchurch for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 3rd November!

Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.

Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee

Be one of … View more
It’s official! Save Barn’s Summer Showdown is coming to Christchurch for 1 DAY ONLY - Saturday 3rd November!

Saddle up for some serious savings on home and garden, trailers, tools, fishing, summer essentials and heaps more.

Plus - FREE sausage sizzle, FREE cake and coffee

Be one of the first 20 customers to make a purchase in store and get a FREE gift and from 12 noon we’ll be giving away spot prizes every hour!

It’s all going down at 1 Lancaster Street, Waltham, on Saturday 3rd November – We’ll see you there!
Find out more!

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2215 days ago

Build a solid future – start a trades course in February

Ara Institute

If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.

Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a… View more
If you want a career with variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss, a trade could be just the thing.

Ara Institute of Canterbury in Christchurch has trades programmes starting February in, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Pathway foundation course in building and construction, and the Timaru campus has programmes in painting and decorating and engineering trades.

These programmes are enrolling now so see the website or call 0800 24 24 76 for more details and apply today to start in February

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2215 days ago

Grounded Yoga Workshop

Robyn from St Albans

Perfect time to come and feel grounded, to rejuvenate before the Christmas rush, to feel calm & connected. Limited numbers, bookings essential through www.facebook.com...

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2215 days ago

Couple free movies tickets at Northland mall

Andy from Bryndwr

Time: Thursday the 1 st November. 7:30 pm.

Free

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2216 days ago

Where ever needed New Zealand Red Cross is there to help

Steve Davis from New Zealand Red Cross (Canterbury North Area)

Sending nurses to the hospital for the camps in Bangladesh, IT and Telecommunication support to the local and international Red Cross response to the Earthquake and Tsunami in Indonesia, around the country and around the world New Zealand Red Cross is Here for Good.

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2216 days ago

Poll: Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.
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Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.

(Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print)

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Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?
  • 28.5% 20 - 30 years old
    28.5% Complete
  • 24.3% 30 - 40 years old
    24.3% Complete
  • 23.5% 40 - 60 year old
    23.5% Complete
  • 12.5% 60+
    12.5% Complete
  • 11.2% 0 - 20 years old
    11.2% Complete
456 votes
2216 days ago

More bus lanes proposed for Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council is proposing creating bus lanes on Moorhouse Ave and Lincoln Rd, to cater for expected population growth in the southwest of the city.

Do you think they're a good idea, or will they slow down traffic too much? (Please write NFP if you don't want your comment… View more
The Christchurch City Council is proposing creating bus lanes on Moorhouse Ave and Lincoln Rd, to cater for expected population growth in the southwest of the city.

Do you think they're a good idea, or will they slow down traffic too much? (Please write NFP if you don't want your comment published on Stuff.co.nz or in print)

2216 days ago

Landlords - only 1 week to go!

Inline Property Management

This is the perfect opportunity to gain some much-needed clarity during a time of change in the tenancy space. Seats are limited so make sure you register soon!

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2216 days ago

Papanui High School Cup Cake Decorating Course

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Would you like to learn how to decorate some lovely Cupcakes for Christmas or create and decorate and tasty Gingerbread house?

Come along to Papanui High School and join this fun class where you will learn how to create amazing decorated Christmas Cupcakes either for Christmas Day or as a tasty … View more
Would you like to learn how to decorate some lovely Cupcakes for Christmas or create and decorate and tasty Gingerbread house?

Come along to Papanui High School and join this fun class where you will learn how to create amazing decorated Christmas Cupcakes either for Christmas Day or as a tasty contribution for the many pre-Christmas functions you or your family attend. The course will also cover creating and decorating a Gingerbread House which can provide a stunning addition to your Christmas Day Fare. No previous Cake Decorating experience required to join this class. All course details are listed below for enrolment please email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701

TUTOR Summer McCambridge
VENUE Papanui High School
TIME Sunday 25 November 10 am - 4 pm
START DATE 25 November
COURSE LENGTH 1 day
COURSE NUMBER 603/4
COURSE FEE $102
REQUIREMENTS Students will need to bring 6 cupcakes to decorate, lollies/decorations for Gingerbread House, ingredients for dough for Gingerbread House, 500 g butter and 1 kg of icing sugar,disposable piping bags and any cake decorating tools you have
ADDITIONAL COSTS Cost of ingredients

2216 days ago

Landlords - only 1 week to go!

Ray White Bishopdale

This is the perfect opportunity to gain some much-needed clarity during a time of change in the tenancy space. Seats are limited so make sure you register soon at the link below!

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2220 days ago

How do you feel about your city?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

What do you like about the Garden City? Christchurch's mood is changing as locals begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.

A quality of life survey has found Christchurch residents far more likely than those in other main centres to say their city … View more
Hi neighbours,

What do you like about the Garden City? Christchurch's mood is changing as locals begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.

A quality of life survey has found Christchurch residents far more likely than those in other main centres to say their city had become a better place to live in the past year. To read more, click here.

So, what do you think of these results? What do you love about your hometown? Are there things that bother you - if so, what improvements would you like to see? Let us know in the replies! (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2216 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with the Resene October Sale!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene… View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene cleaning range! Available at your local Resene ColorShop until 31 October 2018.

* Discount off the normal retail price. Excludes WallPrint, trade products and PaintWise levy. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Find out more

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2216 days ago

Free Confidence Ride for Adults TODAY 5pm, Riccarton House.

Connie Christensen from Go Cycle Christchurch

Ladies and Gentlemen!

Hop on your bike and join this leisurely free Spring confidence ride for adults Wednesday 24 October, 5pm start from Riccarton House.

All riders will receive free spoke reflectors or a bell!

Book your spot on 021 0277 9250 or GoCycleChristchurch@gmail.com

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