Fendalton, Christchurch

662 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Albatross Coffee House in Cathedral Square - photograph from March 22, 1986.

Do you remember this spot?

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659 days ago

Get into the Hospitality Industry

Skills Update

Join our Leve 2 fee's free course* at Christchurch Campus. Over 13 weeks you’ll learn crucial skills that will help you with your career in the hospitality industry such as:

• Food safety and hygiene
• Barista
• Beverages (cocktails and mocktails)
• Food service
• Cooking
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Join our Leve 2 fee's free course* at Christchurch Campus. Over 13 weeks you’ll learn crucial skills that will help you with your career in the hospitality industry such as:

• Food safety and hygiene
• Barista
• Beverages (cocktails and mocktails)
• Food service
• Cooking

Click on the link below and one of our awesome team will be in touch. T&C's Apply
Find out more

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661 days ago

Lost cat?

Jo from Bryndwr

Hi

I just saw this grey cat on St Andrews Square. Very friendly, but thin and a bit bedraggled looking. I couldn’t get too close to it as I was walking my greyhound. A colleague of mine lives on St Andrew’s Sq and she said she’s going to call the SPCA about it tomorrow. Thought I’d post… View more
Hi

I just saw this grey cat on St Andrews Square. Very friendly, but thin and a bit bedraggled looking. I couldn’t get too close to it as I was walking my greyhound. A colleague of mine lives on St Andrew’s Sq and she said she’s going to call the SPCA about it tomorrow. Thought I’d post it here in case anybody is missing it.

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660 days ago

Leptinella 'Platt's black'

Kelly from Bryndwr

L. squalida, platt's black. Colourful native ground cover that is hardy to sunny environments. Useful as grass replacement or for weed suppression.

Price is per plant, pickup in Bryndwr. Payment by cash or bank transfer.

Price: $6

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660 days ago

Malborough rock daisy

Kelly from Bryndwr

3 Malborough rock daisy plants. $6 each or $15 for all three.

Pickup in Bryndwr.

Price: $6

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660 days ago

Help those in need...

Resene

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!

Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help… View more
Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot with Hunger for Colour!

Simply bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). We'll donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
Find out more

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661 days ago

Mobile Compare has Launched!

The Team from NZ Compare

The newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!

Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.

Whether you’re … View more
The newest addition to the NZ Compare suite of comparison brands has landed - Mobile Compare is the home of Kiwi Mobile Plans. A one stop shop for Neighbours everywhere!

Start 2023 right! Forget overspending and getting stuck with a plan that offers too much or too little.

Whether you’re after unlimited minutes and calling, endless data or flexible payment options to fit your budget, Mobile Compare has it all from your favourite providers. Plus, the website is super easy to use — you’ll find a fantastic deal in no time! Check it out today!

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661 days ago

Manchester Street Christchurch

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

The Material Table is Back!!! Get in quick for the best selection and this time we have some awesome large rolls kindly donated by local businesses.

Wow the Sun Catchers have been a hit!! We now have 2 designs to choose from. One with the copper Links $20 and one without $15

YES we will … View more
The Material Table is Back!!! Get in quick for the best selection and this time we have some awesome large rolls kindly donated by local businesses.

Wow the Sun Catchers have been a hit!! We now have 2 designs to choose from. One with the copper Links $20 and one without $15

YES we will send to you if out of town $5 within No. Just email shop.manchesterst@redcross.com or phone our store 03 3652 051 and we can take payments on line.

There is wonderful art work out and still more coming, as you can see in the photo we are also in need of more furniture so please if you have any surplus give us a call or your local Red Cross Store.

Hope you all having a great week, remember if its cheering up you need get into the op shops and shop shop shop (recycle recycle recycle).

661 days ago

Chair makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Jazz up a tired set of wicker chairs with eye-popping colours and Resene FX Metallic paint.

Find out how to add a little shimmer of your own with these easy instructions.

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662 days ago

Whareora Opportunity Shop

Jane Hill from Whareora Community House - Barrington

Do you like Patchwork Quilts? The Whareora Opportunity Shop has been gifted these two beautiful quilts. Be in the Raffle to win - tickets only $1 each. We also have some great jeans and baby clothes on sale - $2 each. The Shop is open Monday to Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm. Look for the Blue … View moreDo you like Patchwork Quilts? The Whareora Opportunity Shop has been gifted these two beautiful quilts. Be in the Raffle to win - tickets only $1 each. We also have some great jeans and baby clothes on sale - $2 each. The Shop is open Monday to Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm. Look for the Blue House at 8 Athelstan Street, opposite Barrington Mall and close to the Medical Centre.

664 days ago

Poll: Are you happy with your local council?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?

If you don't wish for your replies to be … View more
With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?

If you don't wish for your replies to be used in the We Say You Say column, include NFP in your comment.

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Are you happy with your local council?
  • 7.6% Yes, we are really lucky with our local council
    7.6% Complete
  • 22.7% Yes, I'm fairly happy with my local council
    22.7% Complete
  • 59% No, I'm really unhappy with my local council
    59% Complete
  • 10.7% I'm indifferent
    10.7% Complete
2406 votes
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663 days ago

**WANTED** Cash Paid for Old Sports Programmes & Sporting Memorabilia

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. … View moreCan anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. Please message me or email hubby on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

663 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Our February issue of our Seniors Newsletter is out now. In this issue we're keeping you in the know how on copper withdrawal and how that may affect you, plus lots more.

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663 days ago

Large carpets - pure wool

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

Beautiful 100% pure NZ wool carpet mats
7.13m x 3.15m
100% pure NZ wool
Purchased new 3 years ago. In great condition
Can be used for 1 big space or resized for smaller rooms.
2 mats available.
Price: $500 each There were purchased for new for $1000 each

Too Large to display in the … View more
Beautiful 100% pure NZ wool carpet mats
7.13m x 3.15m
100% pure NZ wool
Purchased new 3 years ago. In great condition
Can be used for 1 big space or resized for smaller rooms.
2 mats available.
Price: $500 each There were purchased for new for $1000 each

Too Large to display in the shop so will try and sell on here

Any questions please call 03 3652 0561.

663 days ago

Courage

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

Courage doesn’t always come easily. Some are naturally born with confidence, while others may need an extra boost. We help young learners build confidence in themselves and their ability to succeed in and out of school. Our fun and engaging maths and English tuition is personalised to each … View moreCourage doesn’t always come easily. Some are naturally born with confidence, while others may need an extra boost. We help young learners build confidence in themselves and their ability to succeed in and out of school. Our fun and engaging maths and English tuition is personalised to each child’s learning style and needs.

Learn more about NumberWorks’nWords maths and English tutoring.

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