Cracroft, Christchurch

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Entered our Christmas decorations competition yet?

Share a photo of your festive abode and be in to win a spot prize.

2669 days ago

Christchurch Arts Festival 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Experience the stories and skills of a wide range of artists who will come to Christchurch in 2017 for this year’s Christchurch Arts Festival. Artists have come from places as diverse as China, Mexico, Denmark, the UK, South Korea, Sweden, Germany, Australia and our home-grown talent. We can’t … View moreExperience the stories and skills of a wide range of artists who will come to Christchurch in 2017 for this year’s Christchurch Arts Festival. Artists have come from places as diverse as China, Mexico, Denmark, the UK, South Korea, Sweden, Germany, Australia and our home-grown talent. We can’t wait! Go to www.artsfestival.co.nz... to find out more #gowild #chchartsfest

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2669 days ago

Holden Astra 1998 For Sale

Chrystalle from Cashmere

Well serviced Cam Belt replaced at 200,000klms. WOF Expires Jan 2018 WOF Expires Feb 2018. Is Opal model assembled in Germany. $3000 ono.

Price: $2,000

2669 days ago

Report outlines multi-use arena costs

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Have a look at the results of the pre-feasibility study on a multi-use arena for Christchurch.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2669 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View more
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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2670 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
2670 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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2674 days ago

shabby chic cabinet for sale

Lynda from Halswell

This in an individual cabinet in a very on trend style. I have layered paint and crackle glazed to give the appearance of decades of peeling paint, yet it was only painted this month. I have used neutral colours to fit in any room of any home. It has had a vintage wax for protection and the paint … View moreThis in an individual cabinet in a very on trend style. I have layered paint and crackle glazed to give the appearance of decades of peeling paint, yet it was only painted this month. I have used neutral colours to fit in any room of any home. It has had a vintage wax for protection and the paint is Resene. The back has been decoupaged in a Resene wallpaper and given a coat of varnish. The Hessian bunting is removable. I welcome you to view if this is a style you are interested in.
Hight 75 cm
width 45 cm
depth 50 cm
this is a solid piece of furniture
Pick up Halswell Listed else where.

Price: $155

2671 days ago

ROCKFITNESS 😄😄😄

Teresa from Hoon Hay

ROCKFITNESS THIS WEEK 🤗🤗🤗

HI there all you awesome ladies and gents. Just a quick reminder about the ROCKFITNESS classes this week. If you overweight and want to start moving and make a positive change in your life, then this is the place you want to be!!! 😊 The classes are fun and … View more
ROCKFITNESS THIS WEEK 🤗🤗🤗

HI there all you awesome ladies and gents. Just a quick reminder about the ROCKFITNESS classes this week. If you overweight and want to start moving and make a positive change in your life, then this is the place you want to be!!! 😊 The classes are fun and easy to follow with no pressure or anyone to judge you. We do mostly walking on music and a bit of easy dancing just to relieve a bit of stress and to take a break while you getting fit aswell.😊 NO BOOKING REQUIRED. 😊 Just pop in and come see for yourself what everyone is talking about. 😉 If you have anymore questions please feel free to pm me. I will be more then happy to answer any questions. Even if you a bit unsure of what to do and if this class is right for you, I'll be happy to have a chat with you first. There is one on one classes aswell so feel free to request more information about it. Looking forward to see you all this week.
😄😄😄 REMEMBER ANY MOVEMENT IS BETTER THAN NO MOVEMENT 😄😄😄

PLACE : ST MARTIN CHURCH ON LINCOLN ROAD
TIMES : MONDAY MORNING 10AM
MONDAY EVENING 6:30PM
WEDNESDAY EVENING 6:30PM
COST: $5 per class.

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2672 days ago

cards for sale

Lynda from Halswell

two sets of cards
Magical unicorns $10
tarot for the heart $30

Negotiable

2676 days ago

No more FastPost

Christchurch Mail

NZ Post has just announced that it will be doing away with FastPost from January 1 next year, saying that only 1% of all mail is currently send this way. Do you use FastPost? Will you miss it? Mail continues to decline overall - is this something we should be worried about? How often do you post … View moreNZ Post has just announced that it will be doing away with FastPost from January 1 next year, saying that only 1% of all mail is currently send this way. Do you use FastPost? Will you miss it? Mail continues to decline overall - is this something we should be worried about? How often do you post things and what are you mailing?
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2672 days ago

Everyone’s a winner with a $40 gift from Ring!

Ring

Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive… View more
Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive $40 discount only for Neighbourly members.

To claim your discount, simply go to Ring.com and purchase a Video Doorbell or Security Camera. During the checkout process, enter promo code NEIGHBOURLY40 to save $40 on your new device. The promo code will expire on August 31, so be sure to redeem it soon. Limit two per household.

Ring sends alerts to your phone, tablet and PC whenever motion is detected. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. With Ring, you’ll never miss another visitor. Because with Ring, you’re always home.
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2673 days ago

Fish Tank with Custom Made Rimu Cabinet plus accessories (no fish)

Narina from Beckenham

I’m having to sell my whole tank and pretty much everything with it (no fish).

145 litre glass tank with custom made Rimu cabinet. It's missing one of the tank's back corner wood coverings. Has a few scuffs here and there but nothing serious - pretty good condition and a real beauty … View more
I’m having to sell my whole tank and pretty much everything with it (no fish).

145 litre glass tank with custom made Rimu cabinet. It's missing one of the tank's back corner wood coverings. Has a few scuffs here and there but nothing serious - pretty good condition and a real beauty when set up.

Comes with:
200W Heater – about 1 year old
Aqua One Filter
Aqua One Light
Bubble machine (I got this second hand but never used it but it should still work)
Accessories:
7 x decorations including large ship (4 small columns and an asian looking house/hut not pictured - these have some chips)
1 x floating jellyfish (white) – my fish loved playing in and around this!
3 x double sided backdrops – that’s 6 different options!
1 x large cleaning syphon
Full chemical testing kit (almost new and costs $69 in shops)
Extra Ammonia Test strips
Chemi Carb – Carbon (half container left)
Bio Noodles – just under half container left
Small Thermometer
Small net
Prime – 325ml bottle almost full
Stability – 250ml bottle just over half full
Garlic Guard – 100ml 2/3rds full
Excel Flourish – 250ml bottle just under half full
1 x Oxyshell – 25g
1 x Holiday Fish Food
1 x bag of Aqua One Aquarium filter wool pad (70 x 24cm) - unopened

Please note no fish come with this aquarium.

Welcome to view - 0212950504
Pick up Beckenham.

Price: $600

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2673 days ago

Brand new - AquaOne 620 Fish Tank and Stand (Curved Glass & LED lighting)

Narina from Beckenham

Brand new and has not been used. I made up the stand (it was flatpacked) but a change in circumstances means I'm not going to set it up and it has to go! Over $540 in the shops and that's flat packed!!

All in mint condition - just not in boxes anymore.

Details:
* Black
* … View more
Brand new and has not been used. I made up the stand (it was flatpacked) but a change in circumstances means I'm not going to set it up and it has to go! Over $540 in the shops and that's flat packed!!

All in mint condition - just not in boxes anymore.

Details:
* Black
* Dimensions (W x D x H): 62 x 39 x 52 cm
* Litres: 90L
* Complete with built in biological wet/dry filter
* Lighting: Two-way single switch LED lighting technology; Moonlight
function with ‘Blue Only’ option or ‘All Lights’ (RGB) option. LED
lighting promotes lush plant growth, as well as intensifies the
natural colours in your fish.
* Filtration: 2 x Carbon Cartridge w/filter wool + 2 x Sponge Pads
Ceramic Noodles
* Flow Rate: 550L/hrGloss
* Black Cabinet - 62 wide x 39 deep x 76 height (cm)

Welcome to view - 0212950504
Must pick up - Beckenham.

Price: $480

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2673 days ago

Celebrating World Orangutan Day

The Warehouse New Zealand

Saturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose … View moreSaturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose these products, you’re helping to protect forests and the animals that call them home. Find out more. Learn more

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