Halswell, Christchurch

94 days ago

native grass seedlings free

Hilary from Wigram

...they come up in my gravel path, can easily be lifted..anyone? Almost certainly carex testacea...

Free

95 days ago

Make It Yours: Create a Custom House Number Plaque with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Create a stylish house number plaque from a terracotta plant saucer and some Resene testpots – we show you how. Find out how to make and finish your own plaque with these easy step by step instructions.

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95 days ago

Receive a skincare gift with your NZ House & Garden subscription this September

NZ House & Garden

Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a … View more
Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a beautiful magazine subscription and a self-care ritual, all in one.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

*T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 200 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years between August 25 - September 21, 2025.
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95 days ago

Nora roberts

Suzanne from Hoon Hay

Has anyone got any nora roberts books .for sale

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95 days ago

The Book Cellar in Cashmere

Gail from Cashmere

It's Thursday, so The Book Cellar is open again today (and Fridays and Saturdays as well). 10am to 4pm, in the basement rooms of Cashmere Presbyterian Church.
We have had a lot of philosophy books come in, so if you have a yearning to find out what Wittgenstein had to say, this is the place … View more
It's Thursday, so The Book Cellar is open again today (and Fridays and Saturdays as well). 10am to 4pm, in the basement rooms of Cashmere Presbyterian Church.
We have had a lot of philosophy books come in, so if you have a yearning to find out what Wittgenstein had to say, this is the place to visit.
Lots of other books as well, though! Children's books, novels, self-help, sport, biography.......
EFTPOS available.

96 days ago

Locals Building for Locals

GJ Gardener Homes

Our new local Christchurch City South team is passionate about building great homes in the communities they love.

Because G.J. Gardner Homes is a network of individual owner-operated businesses, you get all the advantages of dealing with local people in your community, backed up by the … View more
Our new local Christchurch City South team is passionate about building great homes in the communities they love.

Because G.J. Gardner Homes is a network of individual owner-operated businesses, you get all the advantages of dealing with local people in your community, backed up by the resources, buying power and security of a national group.

Talk to your local Christchurch City South team to start your new home journey today.
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106 days ago

Lemon Season: Got any ideas?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View more
It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance

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96 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

AEA: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What can I do if I am worried about my eating?
Ask for help. Whatever your problem with food, Addictive Eaters Anonymous can help.

2. What is Addictive Eaters Anonymous?
Addictive Eaters Anonymous is a Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. … View more
AEA: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What can I do if I am worried about my eating?
Ask for help. Whatever your problem with food, Addictive Eaters Anonymous can help.

2. What is Addictive Eaters Anonymous?
Addictive Eaters Anonymous is a Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. Through working the AEA Twelve Step Programme, members have found several decades of recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise.

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103 days ago

🏋️‍♀️ Help us exercise our brains!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
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We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...

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97 days ago

Plasma can help treat someone’s liver failure

NZ Blood

The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View more
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in need. But it’s in high demand.
Please help someone start their new life today.

Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Book to donate

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97 days ago

Share your strawberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We will give away free copies of the November 2025 issue to readers whose strawberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy strawberry (dessert, salad, main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by September 15, 2025.

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98 days ago

Halswell Community September Newsletter

Keri Glassenbury from Halswell Community Project

Out now! Read online or pick up a copy from us at the Halswell Community Hub 381 Halswell Road, or Halswell New World, Wigram New World, Hell's Pizza Wigram, and Te Hāpua Library.
www.halswellcommunity.net.nz...

99 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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105 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: We found a purrr-fect band-aid to stress

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Needing some ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) to calm your nerves? Visit an artificial purr-engine!

Use the sliders on the site to change whether the purr is a sleepy purr or an excited purr.

We hope this link brings a smile!

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99 days ago

Railway terrace Heathcote

Meg from Spreydon

Can someone living on Railway terrace ideally number 3 please message on 0221342159.

Also number 1 if possible. Ty.

A gas bottle was removed in error. Facebook Marketplace mishap.

Thank you Meg

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