Hillmorton, Christchurch

1306 days ago

Looking for mobile coffee vendor

Joanne Hand from Hagar New Zealand

I'm hosting a fundraising event in Manukau for around 100 women and would love to find a mobile coffee vendor to provide coffee for the women who want a 'proper' coffee:) the event is on Saturday 29th May from 8am-3pm. If you would like more details please PM me: 022 043 8091

1311 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The South Island's first shopping mall opened on Riccarton Rd in 1965.

Christchurch property manager Reuel Livingstone developed the concept for Riccarton Mall from shopping centres in Australia. His new, self-contained shopping centre included 66 stores and parking for 600 cars. Many … View more
The South Island's first shopping mall opened on Riccarton Rd in 1965.

Christchurch property manager Reuel Livingstone developed the concept for Riccarton Mall from shopping centres in Australia. His new, self-contained shopping centre included 66 stores and parking for 600 cars. Many property purchases and building additions, and with the new name of Westfield, it is still one of New Zealand's leading malls.

At first, almost surrounded by houses and vacant sections, it now covers the block bounded by Riccarton Rd and Matipo, Maxwell and Rotherham streets.

We don't have a current aerial photo of the mall, but the second photo attached below shows the mall in 2012 and how much the landscape had changed since the 1960s.

1307 days ago

Hoping Some One Can Help Us!!!

Mark & Rachael from Upper Riccarton

Hi we have the The Final Events of Bible Prophecy DVD Hosted by Doug Batchelor Released in 2004. Unfortunately my husband when wanting to watch this DVD broke the disk when trying to take it out of the DVD case .We are woundering how we might be able to get another copy. Does anyone have a copy … View moreHi we have the The Final Events of Bible Prophecy DVD Hosted by Doug Batchelor Released in 2004. Unfortunately my husband when wanting to watch this DVD broke the disk when trying to take it out of the DVD case .We are woundering how we might be able to get another copy. Does anyone have a copy they do not want anymore or know how we can get a copy

God Bless

1307 days ago

Are you our next Houseplant Hero?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Have you got New Zealand‘s best collection of houseplants?
We’re searching for indoor plant obsessives who have created impressive urban jungles… and there’s some great prizes to be won!

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1311 days ago

1983: The last great royal tour

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Good morning neighbours, an old gem for you...

Around 20,000 people came out to watch the Prince and Princess of Wales do a walkabout in Cathedral Square on April 28, 1983, despite “chilly, intermittent and penetrating rain”, but The Press also wondered if royal tours were approaching their … View more
Good morning neighbours, an old gem for you...

Around 20,000 people came out to watch the Prince and Princess of Wales do a walkabout in Cathedral Square on April 28, 1983, despite “chilly, intermittent and penetrating rain”, but The Press also wondered if royal tours were approaching their use-by date.

The tone of the paper’s editorial was very different from that struck 30 years earlier, when the Queen toured.

“Rapid communications and travel have removed much of the novelty from Royal appearances in New Zealand,” The Press said. “The charm and interest remain enhanced this time by the presence of the future Queen, Princess Diana, and the baby who could some day be King William V.”

The Press looked into the future: “Before the end of the century Prince Charles can probably expect to be King Charles III. His son, at present in Auckland, may well still be on the throne in the unimaginable world of the year 2050.

“Although New Zealand has not the vigorous republican movement evident in Australia, the question is reasonably asked here whether an​ hereditary monarch, living 12,000 miles away, will continue to be the most appropriate head of State for New Zealand.”

Despite this, every move was still recorded and star power was very evident, as The Press reported.

“A faint touch of blue shone through the clouds about 10 minutes before the end of the walkabout. It highlighted the Princess’ hair and brought favourable comments from a cluster of young girls.

“Many people were surprised at how tall and slender the Princess is. ‘Her face is thinner than I expected, but much prettier,’ said one woman.

“The glowing natural complexion of the Princess needed little highlight, just a glimmer of gold eye-shadow, a touch of mascara, and a subtle lip-colouring.”

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1308 days ago

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund … View more
Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund ground-breaking work by some of our country’s top breast cancer researchers, educate people about breast health, and provide free support services for breast cancer patients and their families.

What are you waiting for! Sign up today.
Find out more

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1308 days ago

Stolen .

Raylene from Hoon Hay

Stolen this morning my black handbag/purse. O’Leary Street. Had 4 foldup shopping bags on clips on the outside of it. Pink, electric blue and 2 black. Had 2 westfield vouchers in it. Have Put a stop on them. Had my phone charger in it as well. If you see it dumped any where can you let me… View moreStolen this morning my black handbag/purse. O’Leary Street. Had 4 foldup shopping bags on clips on the outside of it. Pink, electric blue and 2 black. Had 2 westfield vouchers in it. Have Put a stop on them. Had my phone charger in it as well. If you see it dumped any where can you let me know. Raylene 0274842103

1309 days ago

Living Well Festival Sunday 2 May 10am-2pm

Alex Peaston-Jones from Good Friends Homecare

We’d love to see you and your good friends at our beautiful new community Living Well Centre at our Open Day this Sunday 2 May 10am-2pm.

You are welcome to come and look around and enjoy our list of free programmed events such as:

• Senior New Zealander of the Year Dr Doug Wilson
• TV … View more
We’d love to see you and your good friends at our beautiful new community Living Well Centre at our Open Day this Sunday 2 May 10am-2pm.

You are welcome to come and look around and enjoy our list of free programmed events such as:

• Senior New Zealander of the Year Dr Doug Wilson
• TV personality and cookbook author Annabelle White
• Yoga, Pilates and information sessions from top exercise, dietitian and physiotherapy professionals from our friends at the Older Adults Health Collective
• Listen to the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Trio at Natter Café and enjoy a $5 food deal
• $10 shape and shine nail service at Gorgeous George
• Watch synchronised swimming and aquarobics demonstrations in our heated pool

All sessions are free but it is a good idea to book online – www.goodfriends.co.nz...



Look forward to seeing you there!

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1310 days ago

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $5.00 Each Cheap.!!

Murray from Halswell

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $5.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All
We still have Boxes Available
We end up with surplus Wooded Crates & we sell them off for the Work Social Club.

They are Clean / Strong Wooden / Ply with metal corners for strength
Come with lids.… View more
CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $5.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All
We still have Boxes Available
We end up with surplus Wooded Crates & we sell them off for the Work Social Club.

They are Clean / Strong Wooden / Ply with metal corners for strength
Come with lids.

3 Main Sizes

1000mm x 800mm x 900mm

or

1200mm x 800mm x 900mm

or

1000 mm x 800mm x 600 mm

can be used for all sorts of things.
General Storage / Fire Wood storage / Made into Pet Houses - etc etc

Collection or Viewing welcome in Hornby area Christchurch.

Location is SPAREX /AGCO Ltd
65 FOREMANS ROAD.
( we located down a lane way - turn at the Large TIL FREIGHT sign on
Foremans Road & go to end of lane towards Railway line we are the Yard
of Tractors.)

Please Phone / Txt 0276103128 ask for Daniel or Stephen.
Between 8 - 5pm.
Thanks :-)

Price: $5.00
Price: $5

Price: $5

1310 days ago

Why choose Middleton Grange School for your son/daughter?

Middleton Grange School

We are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from Year 1 – 13. Our point of difference - We are a Christ-Centred, student oriented school. Our ‘Why’ is to offer families a holistic education for their children, focusing on Character, Excellence and Service – for … View moreWe are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from Year 1 – 13. Our point of difference - We are a Christ-Centred, student oriented school. Our ‘Why’ is to offer families a holistic education for their children, focusing on Character, Excellence and Service – for the glory of God.

Middleton Grange School provides a first-rate general education with academic results of the highest quality, and we do this by providing an environment in which the Biblical truths of Jesus Christ are taught and lived.

We see learning as holistic; it aims to instruct the mind, shape the heart and prepare the hands for service.

We want our young people to critically engage in the rapidly changing society and culture that they live in, in order to be a positive influence and to point others to God by their example.

We look forward to welcoming you to be part of the Middleton Grange School family – a school community of Special Character!

Please check our website for further information:
www.middleton.school.nz
Learn more

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1310 days ago

Time to kill that moss and lichen on your roof!

Adrian from 0800 MOSSKILLER

Hello all!
Autumn is a great time to get your roof sprayed for moss, mold and lichen.
Wind and rain play their part in removing debris once it has been treated.
Moss and lichen clog up tile laps leading to leaks - something no home needs, especially in winter.
Give me a call, I'm a local … View more
Hello all!
Autumn is a great time to get your roof sprayed for moss, mold and lichen.
Wind and rain play their part in removing debris once it has been treated.
Moss and lichen clog up tile laps leading to leaks - something no home needs, especially in winter.
Give me a call, I'm a local owner-operator, who has an interest in providing a quality service to the neighbourhood.

All exterior treatments including moss control, siliconing and water-blasting.
Give Adrian a call.
0800MOSSKILLER
0800 66 77 54

1312 days ago

New amenities and health and wellbeing big positives for Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Whether it’s because of new amenities, affordable housing or quality of life, a new survey has found Christchurch residents are feeling better about their city.

Christchurch has scored highest of the main cities for health and wellbeing in New Zealand’s latest national Quality of Life survey, … View more
Whether it’s because of new amenities, affordable housing or quality of life, a new survey has found Christchurch residents are feeling better about their city.

Christchurch has scored highest of the main cities for health and wellbeing in New Zealand’s latest national Quality of Life survey, and recorded by far the biggest improvement in how the city is ranked by its residents.
It also scored top in housing affordability.

In other areas, including dangerous drivers and vandalism, Christchurch scored worst.

Read the full story here and share in the comments what you like most - or least - about living in Christchurch.

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1312 days ago

Have your say: Casino Licence Conditions

Gambling Commission New Zealand

The Gambling Commission invites submissions on its review of the Charitable Trust Licence Conditions for the casino in your area. These conditions help to ensure that money from gambling benefits the community.

Why are the Conditions being reviewed?

The Commission wants to review these … View more
The Gambling Commission invites submissions on its review of the Charitable Trust Licence Conditions for the casino in your area. These conditions help to ensure that money from gambling benefits the community.

Why are the Conditions being reviewed?

The Commission wants to review these Conditions for each casino in New Zealand to ensure that they are fit-for-purpose.

Visit the Gambling Commission’s website to find out more about the review and how to have your say: www.gamblingcommission.govt.nz.
Have your say

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1312 days ago

Kathmandu winter hiking boots

Di from Spreydon

Excellent second hand condition, pick up hoon hay, has kids size in picture but could fit women's size 5, have been sprayed with waterproof protector

Price: $50

1312 days ago

Troublesome windows & doors? - Exceed experts can find solutions for you :)

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Exceed experts busy at training, sharing knowledge amongst each other and finding new ways to help our customers enjoy healthier, safer & better homes.

Teamwork & continuing professional development, these are just two of the many things that make our windows & doors experts so … View more
Exceed experts busy at training, sharing knowledge amongst each other and finding new ways to help our customers enjoy healthier, safer & better homes.

Teamwork & continuing professional development, these are just two of the many things that make our windows & doors experts so Exceedingly good at what they do :)

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