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789 days ago

Attention all pet owners! Win your spot on the 2023 Cutest Pet Calendar.

Sunday Star Times

The Cutest Pet Competition is back by popular demand! Show off your furry friend this October to see if you’ve got the cutest pet in the country. This year’s competition is sponsored by Wishbone, giving you the chance to win your share of $10,000 worth of pet food.

From 26 September, … View more
The Cutest Pet Competition is back by popular demand! Show off your furry friend this October to see if you’ve got the cutest pet in the country. This year’s competition is sponsored by Wishbone, giving you the chance to win your share of $10,000 worth of pet food.

From 26 September, purchase a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, find our promo ad, and follow the link to submit a photo of your pet online. If your pet is selected, they’ll feature in our promotional adverts across all Stuff newspapers for a day, plus you will receive $50 worth of Wishbone pet food so you can spoil them rotten. For more information on the prizes and to view the T&Cs, click here!

The team at Stunday Star-Times
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790 days ago

Who is your favourite gardening superhero?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, in the October issue of NZ Gardener, you'll see the five finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year competition. They've all done amazing things for their communities. You can read about their wonderful work here, and then vote for your favourite.

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790 days ago

NZ Listener Magazines WANTED 1960-70s

Helen from Strowan

Would anyone have any old New Zealand Listener Magazines kicking around from the 1960-70s.
If so..... Please contact me by private message or via email on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

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791 days ago

Tutus on Tour back in Christchurch!

Royal NZ Ballet

Spring is in the air, which means that the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Tutus on Tour is back and coming to Isaac Theatre Royal on 5 November!

See dancers from your national ballet company performing an enchanting programme including classical favourites and new works which are sure to delight … View more
Spring is in the air, which means that the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Tutus on Tour is back and coming to Isaac Theatre Royal on 5 November!

See dancers from your national ballet company performing an enchanting programme including classical favourites and new works which are sure to delight dance fans of all ages.

With just one show and adult tickets starting at $35 plus booking fee, seats are selling fast.

Find out more and book at rnzb.org.nz.
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791 days ago

To Giveaway: One for all indoor antenna

Penny from Papanui

To Giveaway:One for All Indoor Antenna - SV9420R02
Pick up in Papanui

Free

792 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for celery?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for new potato recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 3, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing… View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for new potato recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 3, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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792 days ago

WEA North West Branch Speaker Schedule

Community Development Worker from Bishopdale Community Trust

NORTH WEST Branch Term 4 from 21 Oct - 9 Dec 2022
21 Oct Heritage NZ: Fiona Wykes and Rosemary Baird on Diamond Harbour and Ripapa Island
28 Oct Funeral Director: Steven Phillips, from Little Kiwi Funeral company discusses funerals
4 Nov King of the Fairies: Warren Hunt, King of the Fairies, … View more
NORTH WEST Branch Term 4 from 21 Oct - 9 Dec 2022
21 Oct Heritage NZ: Fiona Wykes and Rosemary Baird on Diamond Harbour and Ripapa Island
28 Oct Funeral Director: Steven Phillips, from Little Kiwi Funeral company discusses funerals
4 Nov King of the Fairies: Warren Hunt, King of the Fairies, Burwood Forest explains his duties
18 Nov Canterbury Pilgrims: Discover more about these early settlers and their experiences
25 Nov Cathedral Restoration: Hear about the restoration of the Christchurch Cathedral
2 Dec Census: Find out why some questions are included in the census, what the information is used for and what will be in the upcoming census.
9 Dec Quiz and Christmas Function: Test your general knowledge then celebrate Christmas together.
Cost $4 - includes a cuppa. Call Barbara on 355-2040 to find out more. Or visit our website: cwea.org.nz
Venue: Chapel Street Hall Address: Cnr of Chapel St/Harewood Rd Day: Friday Time: 10am-11.30am

792 days ago

Your base weekly fee is fixed

Ryman Healthcare

Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little… View more
Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little on yourself if you feel like it! Take up that hobby you’ve dreamed of or plan a holiday somewhere warm.

It’s easy to live life your way when you have freedom to do the things you enjoy. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.
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794 days ago

Spring Windows

Heather from Sills and Frills Window Washing

Experienced, affordable, reliable, and local. Book now to freshen up your house with a Spring Window Clean. Call Heather at Sills and Frills on 022 187 1055, or reply below and I'll call you.

793 days ago

Queens Memorial

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

"I know of no single formula for success, but over the years I have observed that some attributes of leadership are universal, and are often about finding ways of encouraging people to combine their efforts, their talents, their insights, their enthusiasm and their inspiration, to work … View more"I know of no single formula for success, but over the years I have observed that some attributes of leadership are universal, and are often about finding ways of encouraging people to combine their efforts, their talents, their insights, their enthusiasm and their inspiration, to work together." - said during an address to the United Nations General Assembly

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793 days ago

Mental Health Awareness Week

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week. We hope you and your family are taking time to Kōrero and create space for conversations about mental health and well-being. A little chat can go a long way!

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796 days ago

Victa lawn mower

Shaun from Burnside

Victa vantage mower for sale fold down handles good height adjustments solid plastic catcher. Powered by freshly serviced 4 stroke motor new blades fitted. Starts easily runs and cuts well buy in confidence as I offer a 3 month mechanical warranty on all of my mowers also offer trade ins. First in … View moreVicta vantage mower for sale fold down handles good height adjustments solid plastic catcher. Powered by freshly serviced 4 stroke motor new blades fitted. Starts easily runs and cuts well buy in confidence as I offer a 3 month mechanical warranty on all of my mowers also offer trade ins. First in first served basis cash payment on test and takeaway pick up Burnside. 0221049734

Price: $150

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796 days ago

Morrison lawn mower

Shaun from Burnside

Morrison lawn mower for sale in good condition. Fold down handles good height adjustments solid plastic catcher. Powered by freshly serviced briggs and stratton 4 stroke motor easy to start runs and cuts well. Buy in confidence as I offer a 3 month mechanical warranty on all of my mowers cash … View moreMorrison lawn mower for sale in good condition. Fold down handles good height adjustments solid plastic catcher. Powered by freshly serviced briggs and stratton 4 stroke motor easy to start runs and cuts well. Buy in confidence as I offer a 3 month mechanical warranty on all of my mowers cash payment on test and takeaway pick up Burnside first in first served basis.

Price: $150

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796 days ago

For Waitangi Day

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Simple stripes create stunning results with these great craft ideas. Brighten up some old napkins (or plain new ones) with eye-catching designs inspired by traditional patterns using Resene paint. Plus paint your own height chart and Ti rakau.

Find out how to create your own.

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798 days ago

Window cleaner

Barbara from Bishopdale

Looking for someone to clean our windows inside and out. 2 storey house

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