Harewood, Christchurch

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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2790 days ago

Subscribe to Get Growing for the chance to WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bringing your irrigation in out of the frost, harvesting and storing nuts, the tastiest feijoa varieties, storing cooking apples and leaving plants to self-seed.

Subscribe today and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bringing your irrigation in out of the frost, harvesting and storing nuts, the tastiest feijoa varieties, storing cooking apples and leaving plants to self-seed.

Subscribe today and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.

Our crop of the week in Get Growing is the humble choko ("Don't knock 'em till you try them," says our Waikato queen of sustainability Sheryn Clothier) and we have a special feature on moving trees. Plus try recipes from new vegan cookbook PLANTLAB and be in to WIN some great prizes!

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.

For competition T&Cs click here.
Subscribe and you could WIN!

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2791 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
2792 days ago

Merivale wives outraged at city councillor Aaron Keown's 'sexist' comment

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A Christchurch City councillor says he's sorry if anyone was offended, but he doesn't regret his comment about Merivale women at a council meeting.

"I look at Banks Peninsula as more like a Merivale wife – they look really good, but very expensive," Aaron Keown said.

Do… View more
A Christchurch City councillor says he's sorry if anyone was offended, but he doesn't regret his comment about Merivale women at a council meeting.

"I look at Banks Peninsula as more like a Merivale wife – they look really good, but very expensive," Aaron Keown said.

Do you think his comments are offensive?

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2791 days ago

Saturday specials

Matthew from

Easy peel seedles Manderine $2.99kg
Large gold kiwi $2.99kg
Feijoa $1.99kg
Ginger $3.99kg
So many deal so many stock arrives daily...see you soon.

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2806 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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2791 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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2791 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.

2792 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...

2792 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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2793 days ago

Toyota Fielder for Sale

Mark from Belfast

2004 Toyota Fielder X G Model
Top of the line model - All the Bells & Whistles
Great condition, Runs very well.
Colour Black
Interior Grey velour
131200kms certified
Keyless entry
Cam chain, no belt to worry about
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2004 Toyota Fielder X G Model
Top of the line model - All the Bells & Whistles
Great condition, Runs very well.
Colour Black
Interior Grey velour
131200kms certified
Keyless entry
Cam chain, no belt to worry about
Regularly serviced
1.5 litre 4 cylinder
Very good on fuel.
Factory Tinted Rear Windows
Seat Belted for 5
Huge boot with interior privacy cover.
Towbar
New Front Tyres Good Tread On Rear Tyres.
Alloy Wheels
A/C & Heater work perfectly.
WOF until December 18
Rego due in June but will put three months on if close to asking price.
Please Note. Car does have two supermarket dents in left front door.
Welcome to view and Test Drive
Mark 022-187-2850

Price: $5,500

2793 days ago

New specials

Matthew from

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New specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale starting Thursday 03rd May. And all I can think about now, is making a good old Kiwi Pavalova with delicious Kiwifruit on top. Hmmmmm.

Gold Kiwifruit: $2.99kg
Apples still from: … View more
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New specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale starting Thursday 03rd May. And all I can think about now, is making a good old Kiwi Pavalova with delicious Kiwifruit on top. Hmmmmm.

Gold Kiwifruit: $2.99kg
Apples still from: 99ckg
Feijoas are now: $1.99kg

We have plenty more fresh local produce in-store arriving daily.

And don't forget, Mother's Day is just around the corner, so keep on an eye on the Facebook page. 😊

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2795 days ago
2794 days ago

Kangen Water Meeting

Brian from Belfast

To all who are interested in coming along to a WATER HYDRATION meeting and watching a demonstration about Kangen Water and how it can improve your health. It takes about an hour and there's opportunity to ask questions . Very beneficial to all now our water is chlorinated. And possibly … View moreTo all who are interested in coming along to a WATER HYDRATION meeting and watching a demonstration about Kangen Water and how it can improve your health. It takes about an hour and there's opportunity to ask questions . Very beneficial to all now our water is chlorinated. And possibly permanently!

May 9th
7pm to 8pm
217 Lichfield St
Plenty of free parking

Come and TRY this fantastic water

No obligation and there's no cost to come and listen, learn, participate and enjoy the water

Guaranteed no chlorine in Kangen Water

See you all here. Bring a friend and bring a sample of the water you drink for testing. The results are instant.

Thanks

Brian Musson
Hydration Specialist (in Training).

2794 days ago

Business Photo's

Bridget from Northwood

With Style Photography

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