Hillsborough, Christchurch

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2668 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2668 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2668 days ago

bunks wanted please

Tracey from Cashmere

Hi a friend requires set of bunks as reasonable price please as setting up a sleep out for him and his two children. I can advise his funds are limited but wants to have his children stay in weekends so pls if you could donate or small cash contribution please contact me. He has moved from … View moreHi a friend requires set of bunks as reasonable price please as setting up a sleep out for him and his two children. I can advise his funds are limited but wants to have his children stay in weekends so pls if you could donate or small cash contribution please contact me. He has moved from unsuitable accommodation to somewhere that he can have his children. Pls can you help. Thanks

2668 days ago

People the key to post-quake city

Reporter The Press

Christchurch isn't rebuilding, writes Vicki Anderson. We are ''reimagining'' ourselves as a city.

2669 days ago

Is your bin collected on a Monday?

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Some bins have tipped over in today’s strong winds, while others have ended up on the road.

If you happen to be at home, it would be great if you could check your bin is upright and the contents haven’t fallen out.

This would be a huge help to our collection truck drivers, who are … View more
Some bins have tipped over in today’s strong winds, while others have ended up on the road.

If you happen to be at home, it would be great if you could check your bin is upright and the contents haven’t fallen out.

This would be a huge help to our collection truck drivers, who are ensuring everyone’s bins are collected today.

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2669 days ago

Win a First Aid Course

Celeste from Sumner

Simply go to www.facebook.com... or visit www.actionsforsurvival.com... answer a few questions and you will go into the draw to win a free first aid course for up to 20 people.

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2669 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2669 days ago

Free red bricks

Lisa from Somerfield

Free red bricks - approx 40

Free

2675 days ago

Did you see the meteor in Canterbury?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.

The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.

The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the objects are about the size of a grain of sand.

The arrival of a meteor can be impressive, with even something pebble-sized lighting up in the sky, Canterbury Astronomical Society president Euan Mason says.

So what did you think of the meteor? Where were you when you saw it? And do you see them often from your place? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2670 days ago

Spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!

Manchester Unity Friendly Society

We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start … View more
We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start enjoying all the benefits of being a member of one of the oldest organisations in New Zealand.

- Enjoy kiwi holiday homes
- Meet like-minded people
- Save money
- Protect your family’s health
- Receive kids’ scholarships
- Enjoy togetherness

Use our national network of branches. We have 26 branches nationwide that we call Lodges. The Lodge is where we meet to organise projects that help local members, discuss the local and national business of Manchester Unity, learn meeting skills and get together with friends.

* dates subject to availability
Find out more

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2670 days ago

WANTED: WOOD CHIPS

Samantha from Woolston

Hello!
Are you in surplus of wood chips/ bark?
I am in need of approx 6 cubic meters of wood chips / bark.
Get in touch if you have some I can take off your hands!
Sammie

Free

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2670 days ago

Little cottage for rent

Chelsea from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

Know anyone needing a cute little rental cottage in Soleares Ave, McCormacks Bay?
Fully self contained, double bedroom, separate bathroom. North facing, sun drenched private garden. The cottage is on the same property as our family home, separate outlook, parking and access. Suit a single person… View more
Know anyone needing a cute little rental cottage in Soleares Ave, McCormacks Bay?
Fully self contained, double bedroom, separate bathroom. North facing, sun drenched private garden. The cottage is on the same property as our family home, separate outlook, parking and access. Suit a single person or couple, short – medium term.
Tenants must love dogs – we have a German Shorthair Pointer who is young, boisterous and need to be told to go away when he visits too often. He’s also a bit sneaky. So, sorry no other pets.
Furnished, and rent includes power and internet, all for $230/week. We’ve kept the rent low because of the needy dog … Contact me. References required.

Price: $230

2672 days ago

Get in the to draw win this car!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This month we're giving away a car. Not just any car, but a brand new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690 to one lucky member. To make sure you're in the draw just click the button below - it's that easy. Good luck! Winner

T&Cs apply.
Put me in the draw!

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2672 days ago

$12 million makeover for QEII mooted

Reporter The Press

A new playground, basketball half court and disc golf course are among the proposed plans for the multi-stage upgrade.

2673 days ago

Weekend events guide

The Team from Christchurch City Council

WORD Fest celebrates the written word, Anne Frank's life story is on display, and the Tannery's Spring Market offers boutique treasures. Head to Newsline for our weekend events guide: bit.ly...

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