Hillsborough, Christchurch

2793 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...

2794 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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2794 days ago

Phillipstown residents relieved as social housing complex quietens down, but wonder how long it will last

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Andy Bean and his family can now get a good night's sleep after months of criminal behaviour at a neighbouring social housing complex has quietened.

The Christchurch man was among many in his neighbourhood suffering from burglaries, assaults and faeces being smeared on cars, believed to … View more
Andy Bean and his family can now get a good night's sleep after months of criminal behaviour at a neighbouring social housing complex has quietened.

The Christchurch man was among many in his neighbourhood suffering from burglaries, assaults and faeces being smeared on cars, believed to have stemmed from a Housing New Zealand complex in England St, Phillipstown, in the six months leading up to February.

2794 days ago

Highly anticipated films showing this week at Deluxe!

Deluxe Cinemas

deluxecinemas.co.nz/movie/isle-of-dogs
deluxecinemas.co.nz/movie/the-breaker-upperers
deluxecinemas.co.nz/movie/the-guernsey-literary-and-potato-peel-pie-society
deluxecinemas.co.nz/movie/sweet-country
deluxecinemas.co.nz/movie/lost-in-paris

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2795 days ago

No date for Cathedral Square plan, but mayor says Regenerate 'not behind schedule'

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Regenerate Christchurch has no set date for the completion of its strategy to revamp Cathedral Square, six months after it hoped to have a plan ready.

Meanwhile, the Central City Business Association has questioned why work cannot start in parts of the square.

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2796 days ago

Gutter cleaning..

Allie from Somerfield

The Post on gutter cleaning disappeared before I wrote down the recommendations. I am keen to get mine cleaned before too much bad weather sets in. And would appreciate seeing the results again.
(Maybe I’m just bad at looking in the right place on Neighbourly) Allie King.

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2796 days ago

Pernaflex - joint supplement for older dogs

Narina from Beckenham

Anyone interested in one large 250g tub of Pernaflex. Bought it for my older dog as it has great reviews for helpIng wIth joInts and arthritis but she doesn’t like it - she’s always been a fussy eater! Got green lipped mussel etc (see below). Cost $100 new and pretty much the whole lot left. … View moreAnyone interested in one large 250g tub of Pernaflex. Bought it for my older dog as it has great reviews for helpIng wIth joInts and arthritis but she doesn’t like it - she’s always been a fussy eater! Got green lipped mussel etc (see below). Cost $100 new and pretty much the whole lot left.

“Pernaflex is a natural supplement designed to maintain joint health for dogs and cats of all ages. It contains freeze dried green shelled mussel, shark cartilage and abalone and provides not less than 14% chondroitin sulphate and glucosamine. Administer once daily with food or drink.”

Pick up Beckenham or happy to courier it at your cost.
0212950504

Price: $80

2796 days ago

Cold ash goes in the red bin

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it time to clean your fire? Do you know that ash must be cool for five days and only goes in the red bin?
Find out why here: bit.ly...

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2796 days ago

Have you seen this homemade campervan?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

How gorgeous is this teardrop campervan? Christchurch furniture designer Carlton Pezaro built it for his wife Sarah, using wood from his mother's Durham Street home that was wrecked by the quakes.

"It was a bit beyond my abilities," says Carlton, who persevered with the project … View more
How gorgeous is this teardrop campervan? Christchurch furniture designer Carlton Pezaro built it for his wife Sarah, using wood from his mother's Durham Street home that was wrecked by the quakes.

"It was a bit beyond my abilities," says Carlton, who persevered with the project over two years. The results are stunning. See more, here.

2796 days ago

How to safely dispose of hot ashes

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it time to clean your fire? Do you know that ash must be cool for five days and only goes in the red bin?
Find out why here: bit.ly...

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2798 days ago

Bamford Primary School needs your help please

Blair from Woolston

Hello everyone, my daughters school has a school garden and has entered a Scarecrow into a national competition. Voting closes Monday night and we need every last vote we can get please. They are in first equal place. First price is $1500 in garden vouchers and equipment. 1.shortstack.com...
The … View more
Hello everyone, my daughters school has a school garden and has entered a Scarecrow into a national competition. Voting closes Monday night and we need every last vote we can get please. They are in first equal place. First price is $1500 in garden vouchers and equipment. 1.shortstack.com...
The scarecrow was made by the year 1, 5 and 6 year olds. Imagine how happy they will be if they win and are voted the best scarecrow in New Zealand. The Scarecrow is called Bamford The Scarecrow. Thank you for your support.

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2797 days ago
2797 days ago

Spiky and spectacular

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Perhaps you can spy Michael Marquet's giant plant from where you are?

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2797 days ago

Thinking of Living in a Retirement Village?

The Team from

The Commission for Financial Capability is running free seminars about living in retirement villages with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

The seminars focus on things to consider before choosing to live in a retirement village and provide … View more
The Commission for Financial Capability is running free seminars about living in retirement villages with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

The seminars focus on things to consider before choosing to live in a retirement village and provide practical tips before you sign up to live in a retirement village.

Speakers from the Commission, Retirement Village Association and the legal profession (if available), will discuss types of retirement village structure, costs, and operations. The seminar will also explain some important resident's rights and where you can find out more information.

The seminars are 90 minutes long and include plenty of dedicated question and answer time throughtout the event.

Places are limited and registering attendance is essential.

Tea, coffee and light refreshments provided.

Register by clicking on the link.

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