Burnside, Christchurch

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

1424 days ago

Heaton Intermediate uniform

Karen from Bishopdale

14 items in size 10 and 12

Price: $100

1425 days ago

Scarifier/lawn dethatcher

Chris from Bishopdale

Hi, I've got a very small lawn and want to scarify it but hire companies' prices are very high even for a half day. Just wondered if someone could hire me one at a cheap price, probably wouldn't take more than an hour! Many thanks.

1424 days ago

Go pro camera lost

Peter from Bryndwr

Hi all I need you guys be the look out if anyone know off someone who pick up a go pro camera 5 at corsia bay I lost it in the water as I when for a swim silly me Please i really need any information on it The main reason for getting it back there’s a lost off memory on my Sd card Thanks once … View moreHi all I need you guys be the look out if anyone know off someone who pick up a go pro camera 5 at corsia bay I lost it in the water as I when for a swim silly me Please i really need any information on it The main reason for getting it back there’s a lost off memory on my Sd card Thanks once again

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1424 days ago

Simple Laundry Balls

Jeff from Russley

Free to someone who has faith in their ability clean. I do not. Given to us. Four balls fully charged with pellets.

Free

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1428 days ago

Have you taken an EV on a road trip this summer?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Electric vehicle chargers have had a record-breaking holiday season – the number of fast-charges rose by more than a quarter compared to last year, according to ChargeNet.

All up, the network had its busiest two weeks ever, ChargeNet founder Steve West​ said. “It’s all been setting records… View more
Electric vehicle chargers have had a record-breaking holiday season – the number of fast-charges rose by more than a quarter compared to last year, according to ChargeNet.

All up, the network had its busiest two weeks ever, ChargeNet founder Steve West​ said. “It’s all been setting records this Christmas period.”
Read more here.

Did you take an EV on a road trip this summer? What was your experience of charging on the road? Comment below, send us a PM or email reporters@press.co.nz

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1430 days ago

total house cleaning

Cisca from Strowan

Can someone recommend a company who is reliable to do total house cleaning this weekend. The house is empty, just needs a thorough cleaning for the new owners. Many thanks.

1429 days ago

House sit

Karla from Redwood

Hi! Need your place looked after?
We are a married couple with an outside dog and are looking to house sit from now till the end of the month until we get to move into our new home.
We are happy to do some of the time if this works for you.
We are reliable, trustworthy, super tidy and are … View more
Hi! Need your place looked after?
We are a married couple with an outside dog and are looking to house sit from now till the end of the month until we get to move into our new home.
We are happy to do some of the time if this works for you.
We are reliable, trustworthy, super tidy and are happy to care for your pets. We can provide referees if needed.
Kind regards

1427 days ago

Are flies & insects driving you crazy this summer?

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Letting the fresh air in while keeping the bugs out of your home is easy with Exceed´s fly screens for windows & doors!

Exceed has a range of insect screens for the whole home, including this beautiful Monarch Glide screen specifically designed for large openings.

With a span of up to 3 … View more
Letting the fresh air in while keeping the bugs out of your home is easy with Exceed´s fly screens for windows & doors!

Exceed has a range of insect screens for the whole home, including this beautiful Monarch Glide screen specifically designed for large openings.

With a span of up to 3 metres high and 9 metres wide, the Monarch Glide Insect Screen is the perfect option for screening wide window and door configurations including, hinged, bi-fold, sliders, and French doors.
Its semi-transparent pleated mesh allows for maximum ventilation with minimal effect on your view.

Our insect screens are super EASY to use. Pull to close, push to open, that simple and best of all - they are a chemical free solution for protecting your family and home against those nasty summer insects.

Want to learn more about Exceed insect screens?
Visit:
www.exceed.co.nz...
Or call us on 0800 25 25 00
Exceed - we fix windows & doors
Watch more Exceed Fly Screens videos on: youtu.be...

1428 days ago

Get Your Summer Landscaping Sorted!

Urban Paving

Hi neighbours – its the team here from Urban Paving! We are proud to be your local one-stop landscaping shop.

As well as our huge range of pavers, we also sell an extensive selection of landscape supplies. With aggregates, barks, sands, soil, composts, coloured stones, pea straw and much … View more
Hi neighbours – its the team here from Urban Paving! We are proud to be your local one-stop landscaping shop.

As well as our huge range of pavers, we also sell an extensive selection of landscape supplies. With aggregates, barks, sands, soil, composts, coloured stones, pea straw and much more, there’s no need to drive all over town!

We’ve also got hire equipment, hire trailers, and a delivery service, making it easy for you to get your Summer landscaping sorted!
Visit us

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1428 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

An aerial view of old The Press building in Cathedral Square in 2007 shows the construction under way for a new hotel nearby.

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1429 days ago

Happy New Year!

The Team Reporter from NZ House & Garden

We hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves … View moreWe hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves unwinding as soon as they walk through its front gate. Where's your favourite place to unwind over the summer?

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1429 days ago

A supportive and social village life for Alan

Bupa Parkstone Retirement Village

Alan sadly lost his wife Phyllis just before the first lockdown in 2020, after the couple moved into the village five years ago.

“They have all been so supportive when I really needed it most. I wrote them all a personal letter to thank them.”

The 90 year old, who has spent his entire life in… View more
Alan sadly lost his wife Phyllis just before the first lockdown in 2020, after the couple moved into the village five years ago.

“They have all been so supportive when I really needed it most. I wrote them all a personal letter to thank them.”

The 90 year old, who has spent his entire life in Christchurch, says his regular expenses are down due to village living and was immediately taken with the apartment opportunity after a tour.

“The security of this place appealed to me, and it was very warm. I also liked that there’s nothing to worry about, you don’t have to think about getting a plumber in for example.”

The couple’s two daughters and son helped them both move into the village, a downsizing that was far easier than Alan thought it would be. Now with a two bedroom apartment, Alan says he really enjoys having a dwelling more compact than his original family home.

“You’ve got to adapt haven’t you, and an apartment is just so easy to keep clean and tidy. I still have a small garden and I like to grow runner beans.”

With a wool buying background and a stint as a golf professional too, Alan has had a busy career but says he prefers the quieter life these days with enough social activities, like bowls and mahjong, to keep him entertained.

Alan helped to start a village choir that now has 24 members and regular practice sessions to prepare for upcoming recitals. The grandfather of five grandchildren and six great grandchildren (pictured with artwork from one of his great grandchildren Tabitha) says he’s always open to welcoming new residents as neighbours.

“To be free of all that worry of maintenance at my time of life is a relief. Plus we could do with a few more in the choir too.”

Get more info about Bupa Parkstone at: www.bupa.co.nz...

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1430 days ago

Casebrook Intermediate school 2nd hand uniform sale

Grant and Rebecca from Casebrook

Secondhand uniform sale Tuesday January 19th 1pm - 3pm in the school Library. Cash only. Girls Skirts or Blouses and Boys Polo tops or Shorts $10 each. Jerseys $20. Limited supply of Jackets $40 each. Any enquires email unican@casebrook.school.nz

Negotiable

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1431 days ago

Wardrobe Organiser

Margot from Harewood

We will dismantle for pick-up

Used in spare room wardrobe

Trafford Street collection

Purchased from Mitre10 for $150

Price: $50

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1432 days ago

Car break in - Dunmurry Place

Rachael from Casebrook

Hi neighbours,

Please be aware we have some nice individuals in our neighbourhood that don’t feel the need to work for their stuff and entitled to steal ours. Our car has been broken into today in broad daylight - luckily not much taken but we did have a bag in sight - luckily they will be … View more
Hi neighbours,

Please be aware we have some nice individuals in our neighbourhood that don’t feel the need to work for their stuff and entitled to steal ours. Our car has been broken into today in broad daylight - luckily not much taken but we did have a bag in sight - luckily they will be very disappointed with the paper inside!!!

Keep safe and look out for your neighbours

Rachael

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