Hillsborough, Christchurch

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The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*Weekly fee’s only increase if you change from independent living to serviced apartment living, or you add extra care options. Find out more

Looking For A Job

Jenny from Somerfield

Subject: Seeking Cash Job Opportunity

Hi Neighbours, I hope you all are doing well. I'm reaching out to see if there are any cash job opportunities available for my partner. We have been living in NewZealand from past 4.5 yrs!

He has experience in kitchen work, meat factories, restaurants, … View moreSubject: Seeking Cash Job Opportunity

Hi Neighbours, I hope you all are doing well. I'm reaching out to see if there are any cash job opportunities available for my partner. We have been living in NewZealand from past 4.5 yrs!

He has experience in kitchen work, meat factories, restaurants, cash handling, customer service, cleaning, cooking, basic gardening, and driving. He's also a friendly, polite individual who loves cricket. We're eager to find the right fit for him. Please let us know if there's any opportunity available.

Email: karkizenisa@gmail.com or hrishab6616@gmail.com

Thank you,
Jenny Karki

Autumn Garden Tour

Gail from Cashmere

The Autumn Garden Tour, run by Cashmere Presbyterian Church, is on this Saturday, 2nd March.

Ranging between Cashmere and Tai Tapu, these six gardens will show how much can be achieved – whether your garden is small, large, or over 4 hectares! Gardens will be open between 11am and 4pm.

… View moreThe Autumn Garden Tour, run by Cashmere Presbyterian Church, is on this Saturday, 2nd March.

Ranging between Cashmere and Tai Tapu, these six gardens will show how much can be achieved – whether your garden is small, large, or over 4 hectares! Gardens will be open between 11am and 4pm.

Tickets ($50 each) are available from the Church Office during these hours:
Today (Thursday) until 4pm
Friday 1st March, 9.30am to 4pm
Saturday 2nd March from 10am.

You can also purchase online at events.humanitix.com... and collect your guide brochure from the church office later.

As an added treat, we will have Cream Teas being served in the Church Hall. For just $7.50 per person you can enjoy a delicious scone, served with cream and jam and accompanied by tea, coffee or cordial. (Cream teas can be purchased even if you are not doing the garden tour.)

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Essie Summers Retirement Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager… View moreIf you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

Damson Plums $5/kig

Justin from Somerfield

Selling 5-7pm all week and this weekend. If you have a soft spot for these plums that you can't get in the shop stop by 41 Rose St, Somerfield. Would consider an even swap for Black Boy Peaches or Tomatoes.

Price: $5

Understanding the Treaty of Waitangi

Sharon from Beckenham

One day public workshops are being held in March (22nd or 23rd). open to all people, to understand and increase our confidence around the Treaty of Waitangi and its meaning today. These are being held at a small cost or donation. See the attached flyer for further details and contacts.

Public workshop 2024 (2).pdf Download View

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Recovery from Bulimia

Do you have a secret life where food is concerned? Have you used compulsive exercise, laxatives or vomiting to try and control your weight? Have you tried every available bulimia treatment out there? Do you find it exhausting trying to maintain a ‘normal’ weight? Find … View moreRecovery from Bulimia

Do you have a secret life where food is concerned? Have you used compulsive exercise, laxatives or vomiting to try and control your weight? Have you tried every available bulimia treatment out there? Do you find it exhausting trying to maintain a ‘normal’ weight? Find out how our bulimic members have turned their lives around through the Twelve Steps of AEA.

Have you made a nomination yet?

Prospa

Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms … View moreLet your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms in town nominate them now and make a small business' day.

Share a few words about your favourite local now. You could help them win an incredible prize package worth $10,000. Nominate now

Sustainable Style. A Special Price.

Mazda NZ

If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is… View moreIf you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is perfect for zipping around your neighbourhood.

Find out more and book a test drive at your local Mazda Dealer today. Read More

Handy caddy

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ferrymead

Make your own portable gardening tool organiser in your favourite Resene colour.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to … View moreHunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to bring in canned pet food, we can accept that also and will donate it to the SPCA and local community animal shelters.

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

Plums!

Alina from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

Tons of fresh, organic, never-sprayed plums available! Just picked today. Please help yourself!
The plums in the blue buckets are very ripe. Great for baking/cooking. The plums in the pink bucket are a little less ripe.
Plums are by donation - please bring cash.
Please bring your own bags!!
… View moreTons of fresh, organic, never-sprayed plums available! Just picked today. Please help yourself!
The plums in the blue buckets are very ripe. Great for baking/cooking. The plums in the pink bucket are a little less ripe.
Plums are by donation - please bring cash.
Please bring your own bags!!

Pickup at 262 Major Hornbook Road, Mt. Pleasant, 8081.
Call/text Alina before coming 022-159-7199.

Ways to Lower your Power Bill

The Team from NZ Compare

Feeling the Summer heat? Don't let your power bill skyrocket along with the temperatures!

Check out these 10 simple tips to keep cool and save money on your power bills this season.

The Christchurch Art Show is back!

The Christchurch Art Show

The Christchurch Art Show is back at Te Pae Convention Centre March 8 – 10!

Expect amazing artwork of all types, artist demonstrations, and award- winning artists at New Zealand’s largest art show. The Christchurch Art Show’s new VIP Preview event opens 8 March 5pm, the ever-popular … View moreThe Christchurch Art Show is back at Te Pae Convention Centre March 8 – 10!

Expect amazing artwork of all types, artist demonstrations, and award- winning artists at New Zealand’s largest art show. The Christchurch Art Show’s new VIP Preview event opens 8 March 5pm, the ever-popular opening night follows this at 7:30pm. Both are pre- sale catered events and opening night will sell out!

Show Days are: Sat 9th March 10am-8pm and Sun 10th March 10am - 5pm.

Come and view thousands of original quality artworks, meet the artists and view live art demonstrations. Make it a day out and enjoy The Christchurch Art Show!

Buy Christchurch Tickets (New) – ART SHOW TICKETING Book now

Declutter and organise photos with Peter Walsh

Essie Summers Retirement Village

Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says … View morePeter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says Peter.

Boxes of unsorted photos can feel overwhelming to organise so they often get left for many years to clutter up our houses. In addition to this, most of us have smartphones that make it easy to take photos anywhere, so pretty soon our digital photo life becomes cluttered too.

Click read more for the full article.