Cracroft, Christchurch

New lottery, new home

New lottery, new home

For just $15, you could win a fully furnished home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million. Buy your tickets today!

33 days ago

Bookarama 2024

Terry Fullerton from The Rotary Club Of Cashmere

The Cashmere Rotary Club is once again raising funds for charity with another Bookarama. This year’s sale will be held at the Addington Raceway Stables from 9am to 6pm Thursday 21 November to 9am to 2pm Sunday 24 November. Everything half price on Sunday. EFTPOS available
We need your … View more
The Cashmere Rotary Club is once again raising funds for charity with another Bookarama. This year’s sale will be held at the Addington Raceway Stables from 9am to 6pm Thursday 21 November to 9am to 2pm Sunday 24 November. Everything half price on Sunday. EFTPOS available
We need your donations of books, CDs, LPs, DVDs, Jigsaws and Games

Please put your donations into a bag and place in the bins at one of these convenient collection points between 20th October and 17th November
Halswell New World Z Moorhouse Avenue BP Sparks Rd
St Martins New World Z Addington Raceway BP Halswell
Wigram New World Z Barrington BP Redcliffs
Countdown Colombo St Z Curletts Rd Oderings Cashmere Rd
Challenge – Milton St Z Colombo Portstone Garden Centre
Z Shirley Raeward Fresh – Tower Junction

For larger boxed donations please email info@rotaryinfo.org.nz for drop-off venue.
www.rotaryinfo.org.nz...

Image
33 days ago

Bird house

Resene

It’s easy to create your own colourful bird house from an old wooden box and some Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

Image
34 days ago

Oxford Edge – Accountancy, Advice, Strategy.

Oxford Edge

Oxford Edge offers business intelligence underpinned by accountancy and business advisory and our edge is in the business solutions and value we can add. Our range of accountancy and advisory services is broad, just like the challenges that a business can face.

Services include business advice,… View more
Oxford Edge offers business intelligence underpinned by accountancy and business advisory and our edge is in the business solutions and value we can add. Our range of accountancy and advisory services is broad, just like the challenges that a business can face.

Services include business advice, structuring, valuations, exit and growth strategies, tax and compliance and forensic accounting.
Find out more

Image
35 days ago

Light Party

Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church from Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church

Come and join us for a Light Party at Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church on Thursday the 31st of October from 4pm to 6pm.

We will have:

Treasure Hunt Sheet for Children. Complete challenges and find answers to earn yourselves one free item from our OP Shop.

Our OP Shop will be open. Take … View more
Come and join us for a Light Party at Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church on Thursday the 31st of October from 4pm to 6pm.

We will have:

Treasure Hunt Sheet for Children. Complete challenges and find answers to earn yourselves one free item from our OP Shop.

Our OP Shop will be open. Take advantage of the opportunity to pop in and purchase reasonably priced clothing and items for your home.

Christchurch Meccano Club display. Come in and interact with the amazing range of items all of which have been made using this incredible construction toy. Stay for a while and have a go at constructing a model of your own.

Bar-be-que. Come and enjoy a free sausage off our Bar-be-que. (A limited number of gluten free sausages will also be available).

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

G
35 days ago

PLANTARAMA - 19 October

Gail from Cashmere

PLANTARAMA is tomorrow!!
9am to 12noon, at Cashmere Presbyterian Church.
We have lots and lots of plants - herbs, veges, flowers, succulents. Come along and stock up for your spring gardening.
Don't forget the sausage sizzle.
EFTPOS will be available.

35 days ago

Halswell Community Hub Xmas Donations

Keri Glassenbury from Halswell Community Project

Every year for the past 7 years we have collaborated with several agencies around Halswell and Christchurch. From Odyssey House, the Hoon Hay Food Bank, Open Home Foundation, City Mission Outreach and Project Esther, to local families in need. The aim is to bring a little relief and hopefully a … View moreEvery year for the past 7 years we have collaborated with several agencies around Halswell and Christchurch. From Odyssey House, the Hoon Hay Food Bank, Open Home Foundation, City Mission Outreach and Project Esther, to local families in need. The aim is to bring a little relief and hopefully a little joy at Christmas. It can be a stressful and expensive time of year for many. While we realise October seems a little early to start thinking about Christmas, we need time to receive donations, sort them and pass them on to the recipients before each organisation pauses over the Christmas period. We do ask that all items are new only please.
Drop off to: the Halswell Community Hub, 381 Halswell Road from October through to mid December.
This year we are partnering with:
Ngā Maihi - Steppingstones Trust/Odyssey House/Purapua Whetu
Open Home Foundation
Local families
Donations required:
Toiletry packs – shampoo, conditioners, sanitary items (period underwear/pads/tampons/cups etc), deodorant, toothbrushes & paste, cotton buds, body wash/soap, lip balm, hairbrush, razors, hair ties, shaving cream, sunscreen and cosmetic bag/toiletries bag. Outdoor sports equipment/toys, weighted soft animals, squishmallow toys, unicorns, pokemon cards, books, transformers, fidget toys, art supplies like a sketch pad/ watercolour pencils Voucher activity(Swimming Pools etc).

Image
35 days ago

Sweeten the pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Show your potted plants off in a self-decorated container using Resene Non-Skid Deck & Path or Resene Sandtex. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

Image
D
36 days ago

Fridge/Freezer - FREE

Diane from Westmorland

It still goes well, clean, but more suitable as a beer fridge and spare freezer in the garage. 1.6m tall and .6 wide, collect from Ravensdale Rise, text for details 027 656 2446

Free

36 days ago

Resene October sale on now!

Resene

Save 25% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers and wallpapers at Resene ColorShops!
Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint.
Find out more

Image
36 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of … View more
Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of arsenic!)
On The Go chip products
Pams cracked pepper salmon & Origin salmon
All Good Barista Oat Milk

Product recalls:
Toyota Pruis model years 2022-2024
Brompton t line bike
John Deere 1023ev tractor
Suzuki GSX1300RRQ model years 2020-2024
UVC Disinfection Unit Purifier
Kia EV9 model years 2024-2025
Polaris xp kinetic ranger
Cummins diesel engine
Mazda models years 2013-2020

We hope this update was helpful to you and your whānau.

Image
37 days ago

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in October and November.

Experience the Ryman lifestyle and learn about our living options, tour our showhomes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

Click find out more for more information.
Find out more

Image
D
39 days ago

paintings

Diana from Halswell

Hi. We have downsized our home and have a lot of paintings we need to sell as we no longer have room to hang them. Most of them were bought overseas. Can anyone advise me how I go about advertising them overseas as nz is a very limited market to advertise in

46 days ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

Image
Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 42.3% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    42.3% Complete
  • 57.1% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    57.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
2156 votes
38 days ago

Win this brand new home!

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz
Find out more

Image
39 days ago

Maintaining independence as we age

Anthony Wilding Retirement Village

As we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging … View moreAs we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging independence is key.

Chris Sinclair, Ryman's Community Liaison Leader, shares helpful tips for families and caregivers on how to promote independence and support overall wellbeing.

Click read more for the full article.

Image
Top