Fendalton, 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.

2364 days ago

Queens Birthday Weekend Opening Hours

claire.jackson@mrcpaint.co.nz from Mainland Chroma

Queen's Birthday Weekend
Mainland Resene Colorshop will be open;
Sat 2 June 8.30 am - 4.00 pm
Mon 4 June - CLOSED - we'll be eating scones and drinking tea.

Have a safe and happy break!

2366 days ago

What's the water like in your region?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Canterbury,

In towns and cities across the South Island, people are fighting against having chlorinated drinking water. What's the water like in your community? Are you for chlorination or against it? Share your views! To read more, click here. Please add "NFP/not for print" if… View more
Hi Canterbury,

In towns and cities across the South Island, people are fighting against having chlorinated drinking water. What's the water like in your community? Are you for chlorination or against it? Share your views! To read more, click here. Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff

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2364 days ago

Rego for the doggo

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Dog registration tags are so important!
Tags help us return lost pups home while registration fees fund dog welfare and community safety services.
If your pooch is registered, you’ll soon be receiving information in the post about your 2018-19 fees.
Find out more on the Council website.

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2364 days ago

Going native in the Hills

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Nearly 500 native plants were planted at Marleys Hill by around 40 volunteers on Saturday.
All donated by Trees For Canterbury, around 17 varieties of plants were eco-sourced from the Port Hills including karamu, cabbage tree and kohuhu.
Marleys Hill, above Worsleys Road in the Port Hills, was … View more
Nearly 500 native plants were planted at Marleys Hill by around 40 volunteers on Saturday.
All donated by Trees For Canterbury, around 17 varieties of plants were eco-sourced from the Port Hills including karamu, cabbage tree and kohuhu.
Marleys Hill, above Worsleys Road in the Port Hills, was the site of a 15-year-old restoration project that was completely decimated by the Port Hills fires.
For more information about Port Hills Reserves volunteer days, head to: bit.ly...

2364 days ago

The gardeners in your neighbourhood saving thousands of dollars

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

They don't have to buy much fruit and vege as they're growing their own! Here's how they do it.

2364 days ago

The gardeners in your neighbourhood saving thousands of dollars

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

They don't have to buy much fruit and vege as they're growing their own! Here's how they do it.

2369 days ago

Is there too much chlorine in Christchurch's water?

The Team Reporter from The Press

Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel is asking staff if they can reduce the level of chlorine in the water supply following widespread dissatisfaction.

Residents have complained online, in print, to radio and TV programmes, about the taste and smell of tap water as well as citing worsening skin and… View more
Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel is asking staff if they can reduce the level of chlorine in the water supply following widespread dissatisfaction.

Residents have complained online, in print, to radio and TV programmes, about the taste and smell of tap water as well as citing worsening skin and eye irritations.

2365 days ago

Operatunity presents Shake, Rattle & Roll!

Claire Mitchell from Operatunity Daytime Concerts

The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance that ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!
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The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance that ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!

Iconic New Zealand artists like Suzanne Lynch (The Chicks) and Pat Urlich (Peking Man) will be joined by Operatunity’s favourite core artist Bonnie & Karl. We are in for a shaking, rattling and rolling good time! With songs from the likes of Elvis, Connie Francis, Bill Hayley and the Comets and more!
Book your tickets here!

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2365 days ago

Get organised this long weekend!

Waste Management

Long weekend’s coming... Planning a big clean up? What about the garden? Waste Management bins are perfect for any type of job!

Book online today

See online for collection zones, pricing and T&C’s
Find out more!

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2365 days ago

Sustainability

Jan Tedesco from NW WEA - a branch of CWEA

Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 1st June, to listen to Dr Matt Morris's talk on 'Sustainability'.
His talk starts at 10.30am
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone … View more
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 1st June, to listen to Dr Matt Morris's talk on 'Sustainability'.
His talk starts at 10.30am
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy. If you come at 10am you can have a tea or coffee and a biscuit firs.

2368 days ago

Canterbury DHB announces November opening for Christchurch outpatients building

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The new Christchurch outpatients building will open to patients from early November, the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) says.

The $72 million development, opposite Christchurch Hospital, will house outpatient services, clinical services, including diabetes and neurology, and Allied … View more
The new Christchurch outpatients building will open to patients from early November, the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) says.

The $72 million development, opposite Christchurch Hospital, will house outpatient services, clinical services, including diabetes and neurology, and Allied Health services, including physiotherapy and and speech language therapy.

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2366 days ago

Help

Omar from Upper Riccarton

Need a help.
My friend lost a passport in upper Riccarton area. Her name is Heena Sood. if anyone find. please contact me ASAP on this number. 0220647121

THANKS
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2367 days ago

Should the city council extend its one-hour free parking scheme?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Central city retailers are urging the Christchurch City Council to extend its free inner city parking scheme, saying their new retail precinct needs help to compete with malls, especially with the arrival of winter.

The call comes after more than 380 people wrote submissions to the council … View more
Central city retailers are urging the Christchurch City Council to extend its free inner city parking scheme, saying their new retail precinct needs help to compete with malls, especially with the arrival of winter.

The call comes after more than 380 people wrote submissions to the council urging it to extend the one-hour free parking at the Lichfield St and Art Gallery car parks beyond June 30. Another 95 are against it and about 30 have some concerns.

What do you think?

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2375 days ago

Migraines & Chlorinated water

Chris from Christchurch Central

Hi there, a friend has had a notable increase in her migraine attacks in recent weeks. After a quick Google search I found several articles and study references that said chlorine in tap water depletes the body of magnesium, increasing the incidence of asthma, pneumonia, and migraine attacks among … View moreHi there, a friend has had a notable increase in her migraine attacks in recent weeks. After a quick Google search I found several articles and study references that said chlorine in tap water depletes the body of magnesium, increasing the incidence of asthma, pneumonia, and migraine attacks among other ailments. If you have migraines, and drink unfiltered tap water in Christchurch, I'd be curious to know whether or not you have noticed any increase in the frequency and/or severity of the migraines you've experienced since the water treatment began in Christchurch. Regards.

2366 days ago

New Zealand youth urgently need your help

Appliance Shed

Did you know that three families lose a loved one to suicide every two days? You can help change this by donating to Mike King's work.

The current “harden up, stay staunch and let’s not talk about it” attitude is a problem. By changing this attitude, lives will be saved. Every … View more
Did you know that three families lose a loved one to suicide every two days? You can help change this by donating to Mike King's work.

The current “harden up, stay staunch and let’s not talk about it” attitude is a problem. By changing this attitude, lives will be saved. Every dollar raised enables Mike to continue his vital work with communities across NZ.

The Appliance Shed is leading a fundraising campaign to support Mike King's Key To Life Trust. Read more about the long-standing relationship Appliance Shed has with Mike King here

The Key to Life Trust equips our nation's young people to check in on their mates and remind them it’s okay to ask for help. It’s important we all feel valued and know that someone has our backs when times are tough. Please donate and make a difference in your community.

Thank you for your support!
Donate here

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