Fendalton, Christchurch

2974 days ago

What to do with Molesworth?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

The lease on the Molesworth Station expires in 2020 and the Department of Conservation is looking for ideas on what should be done with it - retain it as a working farm or open it up to more recreation? Have you been through the Molesworth? What do you think should become of the massive gem in the … View moreThe lease on the Molesworth Station expires in 2020 and the Department of Conservation is looking for ideas on what should be done with it - retain it as a working farm or open it up to more recreation? Have you been through the Molesworth? What do you think should become of the massive gem in the South Island crown?

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2976 days ago

In need of a post-holiday, holiday?

Readers Rail Tours

Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

North Island - … View more
Join us on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich culture of New Zealand and an experience of a lifetime from the comfort of a unique rail and coach tour. With two options this year, you can choose to explore the beauty of the deep South or the stunning scenic North.

North Island - presented by Sunday Star-Times
When: Saturday, 12 May - Friday, 26 May

South Island - presented by The Press
When: Thursday, 19 April - Wednesday, 2 May

Book now and be in to win one of five double-passes to an NZ House & Garden House tour of your choice. Simply quote "NEIGHBOURLY" when booking over the phone or online in the voucher section.
Find out more

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2976 days ago

Cat Rescue needs some Expert Help removing some BUMBLEBEES

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

We have BUMBLEBEES living under the Cat Rescue equipment shed which we are needing to shift!
Does anyone know someone who can help with relocation of these bees please?
If you do, could you email your contact details to fundraising.catrescue@gmail.com

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2982 days ago

Do you shun public transport?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

A story in todays Press says Christchurch is the car capital of the country, with more of us choosing to take the car than cycle or use public transport. Why do you think that is? When was the last time you got on the bus? What was it like? Do you own a bike, and bike around the city? Keen to get … View moreA story in todays Press says Christchurch is the car capital of the country, with more of us choosing to take the car than cycle or use public transport. Why do you think that is? When was the last time you got on the bus? What was it like? Do you own a bike, and bike around the city? Keen to get some feedback and see what's behind the results of the MoT survey.
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2976 days ago

Lace parasol and fan

Tracey from St Albans

Lace parasol and lace fan. Champagne colour

Price: $30

2977 days ago

Fundraising

Emma from St Albans

Hi everyone! We've created a fundraiser to give our special boys a trip later this year for their milestone birthdays of 13, 10 and 5. We are a little family with our eldest two having disabilities. They are such wonderful little guys who just carry on even when its hard, especially when i … View moreHi everyone! We've created a fundraiser to give our special boys a trip later this year for their milestone birthdays of 13, 10 and 5. We are a little family with our eldest two having disabilities. They are such wonderful little guys who just carry on even when its hard, especially when i cant be around, ive had a rough year with my mental health so we are wanting to have a break and take our boys away and have quality time with them later in the year. Please take a look at our page, and share it with your friends. We're going to be saving all year for this and any assistance you can give to help us on our journey would be very much appreciated! givealittle.co.nz...

2977 days ago

What's in a name?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

A colleague just told me about a friend of his, who has two sets of twins - no mean feat! The thing that stuck out for me, though, were their names: Bernie and Dorothy, and Betty and Delilah. We figured they'd been named after family members, or Mum has a love for old-fashioned names. But it … View moreA colleague just told me about a friend of his, who has two sets of twins - no mean feat! The thing that stuck out for me, though, were their names: Bernie and Dorothy, and Betty and Delilah. We figured they'd been named after family members, or Mum has a love for old-fashioned names. But it got me to thinking - do you have an unusual name? Where did it come from? Has it been a blessing or a curse? My brother (Kylee) tried to buy my name off me when we were teenagers, but he's now settled into his moniker. Of course, it gets a little confusing sometimes, with his partner named Kylie...
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2977 days ago

GET THAT PUPPY TRAINING STARTED NOW

High Five Puppy Skills

Get that puppy trained now. Please don’t wait for those behavioural issues to start. It is much nicer and easier to show the young puppy what it can do rather than having to correct the older puppy for what it should not do.
I am available to help you at times to suit you and the family i.e. … View more
Get that puppy trained now. Please don’t wait for those behavioural issues to start. It is much nicer and easier to show the young puppy what it can do rather than having to correct the older puppy for what it should not do.
I am available to help you at times to suit you and the family i.e. afternoons, evenings and weekends.
Look up my website www.highfivepuppyskills.co.nz... my facebook page highfivepuppyskills and give me a call 027 4239696.

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2977 days ago

Urgent short term rental

Christine from St Albans

Our landlord has decided not to let us go month by month on our lease meaning we have 3 weeks to find a place and move. Does anyone know of a 3 bedroom short term rental until end of March ?
Chris

2978 days ago

Wasp Wipeout - Paper Wasps

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Howdy all. Here at Wasp Wipeout we thought we'd give you some information on how to deal with the wasp that most populates urban gardens - the paper wasp.

Paper wasps can be easily identified by their long, drooping back legs and laid-back, slow style of flying.

Asian, Australian and … View more
Howdy all. Here at Wasp Wipeout we thought we'd give you some information on how to deal with the wasp that most populates urban gardens - the paper wasp.

Paper wasps can be easily identified by their long, drooping back legs and laid-back, slow style of flying.

Asian, Australian and European paper wasps have gradually made their homes around our houses and fences and over the past few years and while they are useful for some unwanted bugs like the great white cabbage butterfly, unfortunately they aren't picky and have been feasting on our monarch butterfly caterpillar and other useful native bugs as well.

At Wasp Wipeout we are working hard to help raise funds to wipe out the most invasive species of wasps - the vespula (common and German) variety which inhabit a lot of our bush areas and regularly invade picnics and barbecues. To help us fight this species you can donate here

If you want to find out more about paper wasps, you can read the story and watch the video here
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2978 days ago

An organised year?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

I'm a mad planner, and discovered bullet journalling last year - I now swear by it. I'm just interested, with the new year under way, what's your best tool for staying organised? Do you use a planner, a calendar, something on your phone, or do you just wing it? Photo is from my … View moreI'm a mad planner, and discovered bullet journalling last year - I now swear by it. I'm just interested, with the new year under way, what's your best tool for staying organised? Do you use a planner, a calendar, something on your phone, or do you just wing it? Photo is from my bullet journal for reference. :)
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2984 days ago

For Sale : NEW Mens Adidas Adipower Sport Boost Golf Shoes Grey/Black/White US8

Desiree from St Albans

These are for sale on Trade Me #1518196221
Bought them for my husband for Xmas but too small - have to sell to be able to buy another pair.
Anyone interested please let me know.

Price: $100

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2983 days ago

Groynes boat hire

Karyn from St Albans

Just read article in Stuff about the boat hire at The Groynes. Seems new guy took it over 6 months ago. Also seems Groynes now owned by E Can and not the council. Anyway new guy cannot open. Old owner worked for years with no permit. New guy came in and tried do everything right by applying … View moreJust read article in Stuff about the boat hire at The Groynes. Seems new guy took it over 6 months ago. Also seems Groynes now owned by E Can and not the council. Anyway new guy cannot open. Old owner worked for years with no permit. New guy came in and tried do everything right by applying for a permit. Council still havnt issued one and just say E Can has final say. E Can says when all plans finalized will be put out to tender. So this guy who bought the business and has tried to do things right is still stuck in limbo and boats closed at one of the busiest times of year.. This proves that even though Council and E Can say have our best interests at heart and support little businesses they in fact do not have them at heart and only interested in bleeding everyone dry. This guy has paid heaps try get permits. This is just being bullies. Like our water E Can will probably give the rights to run this to the Chinese with the councils ok. I do not understand why when guy tried do all legal they could not have at least given him permit for xmas period while things worked out. Like want him to go broke so then can move in and take over. Best interest of ChCh and small businesses my ass. E Can more interested in working for Chinese and council only interested in wasting money

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