2477 days ago

Sandbags

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Update ex-tropical Cyclone Gita Wednesday 12.05am: Christchurch received about 50 per cent less rain on Tuesday night than forecast and high tide has passed without any major incidents. There are no reports of any properties in Christchurch flooding above floor level. Read more at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...

Update ex-tropical Cyclone Gita 10.50pm:
Rainfall in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula tonight has been significantly lower than forecast. We are still monitoring the effects of the high tide and will bring you more information as it comes to hand.
Read more at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...

Update 7.45pm: Very heavy rainfall is expected across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula between now and midnight. Forecasts suggest we could get as much rain over the next three to four hours as we have had all day. These heavy falls will coincide with the high tide and are likely to cause flooding.

Update Cyclone Gita 6.20pm: A Civil Defence Centre will be open from 8pm at the Pioneer Sport and Recreation Centre for anyone who needs assistance.
People self-evacuating are encouraged to stay with friends and family if possible.
Individual schools in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula will decide whether they open tomorrow. Please contact your school directly to find out if they will be open.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

Update 5:00pm: If you are in a flood-prone area and are considering using sandbags to protect your property please look here bit.ly...

Update 4.20pm: Lianne Dalziel Christchurch Mayor has declared a State of Emergency for Christchurch City, which includes Banks Peninsula, due to the impacts of ex-tropical Cyclone Gita.
For live updates head to Newsline:bit.ly...

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Neighbourhood Riddle Duel: Who Will Guess First?

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🎄Let's get festive 🎄

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you've decked your halls with all things jolly, we think it deserves to be shown off!

Share a photo of your home in its Christmassy glory and be in to win a spot prize. Some of these entries will be chosen as a finalist for the grand title of NZ's Merriest Home which Neighbourly members can vote on!

Entries close Sunday, 15th of December so share a photo today 📸
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What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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