Burnside, Christchurch

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2803 days ago

Food Lovers Masterclass.

The Team from Christchurch City Council

A friendly reminder, it is not too late to book for the Food Lovers Masterclasses happening this Friday 22 June.
Along with great food waste knowledge, skills and techniques, all attendees receive a goodie bag valued at $100. Find out more here: bit.ly...

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2803 days ago

Build a solid future – start a trades course in July!

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 in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical tradesView 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 in July in carpentry and building, painting and decorating, engineering trades, electrical trades and joinery. There’s a Youth Guarantee 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 July.
Find out more

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2803 days ago

Say thanks to our volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand … View more
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers are always standing by to help out when they’re needed. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do to keep us all safe.
Share your message now

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2803 days ago

Dog registration fees

The Team from Christchurch City Council

If you’ve got Responsible Dog Owner status, your discounted 2018/2019 registration fees are due by 30 June. We’ve made it easy for you with a range of ways to pay, including online: bit.ly...

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2803 days ago

Shuttle service to link hospital to central city

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The new shuttle service will pick up patients from the Lichfield St car park and take them to Christchurch Hospital from July 2.
Find out more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2803 days ago

Quote for National Volunteer Week 2018

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Sunday 17 to Saturday 23 June 2018 is NZ National Volunteer Week. We think this quote gets to the heart of the matter.

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2803 days ago

Family Home Parents/Caregivers Needed

Jan from Papanui

Family Home Parents Needed


Live-in caregivers needed for local
Christchurch Family Homes
We are looking for people who understand and have skills with children and young people to move into one of our Christchurch Family Homes.
As a Family Home Carer you will create a safe and stable home … View more
Family Home Parents Needed


Live-in caregivers needed for local
Christchurch Family Homes
We are looking for people who understand and have skills with children and young people to move into one of our Christchurch Family Homes.
As a Family Home Carer you will create a safe and stable home environment for up to five young people transitioning to permanent homes or independence, whose stay could last anywhere from a few days to a few months.
You will live rent-free and have general household costs covered with regular time off. This opportunity allows for one ‘carer’ to undertake full-time employment.
You will be part of a team and receive support, professional training and on-going advice from a social worker.
Couples are welcome to apply together.


Foster caregivers needed for children and young people in Canterbury

We are looking for a caregiver or caregivers in the Canterbury area for children and young people from 0-18 years.

Many children requiring caregivers have had a tough start in life and at times can show some challenging behaviours. If you are in the position to offer a stable, nurturing home you will become part of a team. You will receive support, professional training, on-going advice and financial assistance and most importantly you will see how you have made a difference to a child or young person’s life.

Please contact for more information please contact:
Kay.Rogal@ot.govt.nz 029 650 0928 or
Dyanne.Bensley@ot.govt.nz 029 650 0119

2804 days ago

Dear neighbourly 😁😁😁

Matthew from

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One day of madness deals at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale, Wednesday 20 June 2018.

Frsh crisp Koru Apples: $1.38kg
Seedless Mandarins: $2.48kg
New season Avocados from: $1.99 each
Fresh jumbo eggs: from $5.99 a tray
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One day of madness deals at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale, Wednesday 20 June 2018.

Frsh crisp Koru Apples: $1.38kg
Seedless Mandarins: $2.48kg
New season Avocados from: $1.99 each
Fresh jumbo eggs: from $5.99 a tray
Freshly baked Afagan bread. Great for pizza bases, dunking into soups or curries, making salad rolls plus many many more uses. You will love it.

Don't forget we are selling Girl Guides biscuits in store now. Get in quick as these are selling fast.

Have a great Wednesday everyone. 😊

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2804 days ago

Foreno Antique Monsoon Shower Rose Fitting

Mark from Bryndwr

New Monsoon shower rose complete in box, the reason for selling is incorrect fitting for our shower. Costs $65.00 selling for $45.

Price: $45

2805 days ago

Poll: Does Victoria St need an upgrade?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A Christchurch property investor is calling for certainty over the future of Victoria St, as planned roadworks remain in limbo 11 months after they were meant to start.

Do you think Victoria St needs to be upgraded?

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Does Victoria St need an upgrade?
  • 25% Yes, the street is in desperate need of a facelift.
    25% Complete
  • 48.3% No, there are other areas more in need.
    48.3% Complete
  • 26.7% Perhaps, depending on what's planned for the street
    26.7% Complete
120 votes
2806 days ago

Car snooping

Josh Neighbourly Lead from Upper Riccarton

Beware Riccarton area, just had a tall skinny looking teen snooping around and under our vehicles down Suva Street, looked at mine plus both of the neighbours vehicles on the road side and had even entered our property slinking along to my neighbours. They were laying underneath them until he … View moreBeware Riccarton area, just had a tall skinny looking teen snooping around and under our vehicles down Suva Street, looked at mine plus both of the neighbours vehicles on the road side and had even entered our property slinking along to my neighbours. They were laying underneath them until he spotted me n mrs watching him out the window. He went running down the street towards Curletts Road while his mate/driver that didn’t exit car flew in reverse towards Curletts road then left. Wish had more info but his mate snooping cars was left on foot to gap by himself hahaha and car was white or silver from looks of it what Bloody scum, keep ya cars safe Chch


* Happened around Midnight this morning 18/6, forgot to post it here *

2804 days ago

FREE MENS CUTS

Christina from Frendz On Papanui Hair Designers

Mens Clipper Cuts wanted for 3rd year apprentice in training phone now to book ask for Alesha
(03)3528341

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2804 days ago

Carved Camphor Style Chest

Yvonne from Bishopdale

This lovely Chest is ideal for storage.
Width 880mm Height 490mm Depth 430mm
Needs inside hinge reattached, simple job.
0272222005

Price: $100

2822 days ago

Why has the school gate became a parking war zone?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Parents' concern for safety and the road rules seem to fly out the window at school rush hours.

Mayhem erupts, with parents double-parking and blocking driveways, occasionally screaming at each other, and kids often running willy-nilly across the road.

When did the school gate become a… View more
Parents' concern for safety and the road rules seem to fly out the window at school rush hours.

Mayhem erupts, with parents double-parking and blocking driveways, occasionally screaming at each other, and kids often running willy-nilly across the road.

When did the school gate become a parking war zone?

2825 days ago

Are you excited for QEII's reopening this week?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Excitement is building in Christchurch's east as the new $38.6 million Taiora QEII Recreation and Sport Centre opens this week.

Thursday marks the end of a long and hard-fought battle by the community to get a pool rebuilt at QEII Park, after the much-loved former complex was demolished … View more
Excitement is building in Christchurch's east as the new $38.6 million Taiora QEII Recreation and Sport Centre opens this week.

Thursday marks the end of a long and hard-fought battle by the community to get a pool rebuilt at QEII Park, after the much-loved former complex was demolished following the February 2011 earthquake.

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