Edgeware, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2386 days ago

Poll: Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Did you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when … View moreDid you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when it's a bit warmer. So what do you think?

Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?
  • 25.2% Yes, more people would take part if it was warmer
    25.2% Complete
  • 6.1% No, it's better as a global effort
    6.1% Complete
  • 68.7% It doesn't matter, there's no way I'm gardening naked
    68.7% Complete
1751 votes
2402 days ago

Christchurch City Council wants new fuel tax law to be widened

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council wants the Government to widen new fuel tax laws to allow city and district councils to introduce the tax, not just regional authorities.

"The council encourages the select committee to acknowledge that urban areas outside of Auckland are also in need of funding… View more
The Christchurch City Council wants the Government to widen new fuel tax laws to allow city and district councils to introduce the tax, not just regional authorities.

"The council encourages the select committee to acknowledge that urban areas outside of Auckland are also in need of funding assistance and alternative revenue tools," Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel says.

What do you think?

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2387 days ago

Shout your Mum a cruise for Mother's Day!

Lets Cruise

Lets Cruise is New Zealand's best online cruise agency and the perfect place to sort a present for your Mum for Mother's Day!

If you and your Mum love cruising as much as we do then jump on our website to see what's on offer. You could be cruising the Pacific Islands, discovering… View more
Lets Cruise is New Zealand's best online cruise agency and the perfect place to sort a present for your Mum for Mother's Day!

If you and your Mum love cruising as much as we do then jump on our website to see what's on offer. You could be cruising the Pacific Islands, discovering Vanuatu or exploring Fiji!

Happy cruising,
Mark Smith
Managing Director - Lets Cruise
Book a cruise here!

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2387 days ago

Is Shirley Christchurch's forgotten suburb?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

For years Shirley residents have watched as millions of dollars have been poured into other Christchurch suburbs to build community centres, new swimming pools and libraries.

2387 days ago

Biking Activities in Chch for May 2018

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

The end of the warm stuff as autumn arrives tends to mean fewer organised cycling activities around Christchurch. But fortunately there are still quite a few coming up in this month’s calendar for you to take part in, including social rides, bike skills sessions, and film nights. More info: see … View moreThe end of the warm stuff as autumn arrives tends to mean fewer organised cycling activities around Christchurch. But fortunately there are still quite a few coming up in this month’s calendar for you to take part in, including social rides, bike skills sessions, and film nights. More info: see cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

2388 days ago

St John ‘Be Prepared’ FREE Seminar

Alpine View

Alpine View Lifestyle Village, Waitikiri are excited to host: The St John 'Be Prepared' Seminar. These free seminars have been designed to appeal to anyone over 60 and will help you to understand everything that occurs during a medical emergency and assist you to be mentally and … View moreAlpine View Lifestyle Village, Waitikiri are excited to host: The St John 'Be Prepared' Seminar. These free seminars have been designed to appeal to anyone over 60 and will help you to understand everything that occurs during a medical emergency and assist you to be mentally and physically prepared.

* BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL *

Seminars will be held on Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th May.

These seminars include guest speakers from both St John and Alpine View Lifestyle Village and include a complementary morning tea.

Contact us now to find out more or book your seat: Phone: 03 383 1333 or email: reception@alpineview.co.nz
Find out more!

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2388 days ago

St Chad's OP shop,CNR BUCKLEYS Rd and CANARVON st.

Susanne from Phillipstown

We have a large amount of good quality clothing coming in,please come and have a look,also lots of men's clothing.Open Wed and Fri. 9-12 noon,bargains galore.

2388 days ago

Developers say big indoor sports hub would give needed boost to city sport

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Private developers want Christchurch City Council support to build a major sports facility inside a former grocery warehouse.

With up to 30 courts suitable for national competition and 450 car parks, the suburban Northcote venue could open a year before the central city's planned metro … View more
Private developers want Christchurch City Council support to build a major sports facility inside a former grocery warehouse.

With up to 30 courts suitable for national competition and 450 car parks, the suburban Northcote venue could open a year before the central city's planned metro sports facility.

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2388 days ago

Council proposes to add traffic lane to Barbadoes, Madras streets and make Cranford St a clearway

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council is considering adding an extra lane to three key roads in Edgeware in preparation for more traffic from the new Christchurch Northern Corridor motorway.

The plan will come at the cost of on-street parking though, worrying small business owners and residents in the … View more
The Christchurch City Council is considering adding an extra lane to three key roads in Edgeware in preparation for more traffic from the new Christchurch Northern Corridor motorway.

The plan will come at the cost of on-street parking though, worrying small business owners and residents in the area.

Do you agree with the proposed changes to Cranford, Barbadoes and Madras streets?

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2400 days ago

Kids and adult kids nerf battles

Anita from Edgeware

Looking for fun people to join us at St albans park for weekend nerf fun sat afternoons.
Everything nerf welcome bring own ammo and worry about mixing up ammo.
Starting 230 pm
Suggestions on game play and play area welcome.

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2391 days ago

Advice on water filters

Sharon from Burwood

Wanting to know what people have tried and what they would recommend.

2390 days ago

Sewing Machine Quick Fix

Robyn from St Albans

Both my kids school uniforms need mending yet I don’t have a sewing machine. I could do by hand yet would only take a few minutes to whiz up on machine for a longer lasting result. If someone would be happy to do a quick simple fix for me or I’d be happy to do it on your machine please.

2390 days ago

Cold ash goes in the red bin

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it time to clean your fire? Do you know that ash must be cool for five days and only goes in the red bin?
Find out why here: bit.ly...

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2390 days ago

Have you seen this homemade campervan?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

How gorgeous is this teardrop campervan? Christchurch furniture designer Carlton Pezaro built it for his wife Sarah, using wood from his mother's Durham Street home that was wrecked by the quakes.

"It was a bit beyond my abilities," says Carlton, who persevered with the project … View more
How gorgeous is this teardrop campervan? Christchurch furniture designer Carlton Pezaro built it for his wife Sarah, using wood from his mother's Durham Street home that was wrecked by the quakes.

"It was a bit beyond my abilities," says Carlton, who persevered with the project over two years. The results are stunning. See more, here.

2391 days ago

How to safely dispose of hot ashes

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it time to clean your fire? Do you know that ash must be cool for five days and only goes in the red bin?
Find out why here: bit.ly...

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