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908 days ago

Regional leaders non-committal over helping pay $150m 'funding gap' for Christchurch stadium

The Team Reporter from The Press

Canterbury's regional leaders remain guarded and non-committal about whether they will help pay the rising costs of a central Christchurch stadium, with many saying such a decision would require public consultation.

Building the 30,000-seat covered stadium will now cost up to $683 million –… View more
Canterbury's regional leaders remain guarded and non-committal about whether they will help pay the rising costs of a central Christchurch stadium, with many saying such a decision would require public consultation.

Building the 30,000-seat covered stadium will now cost up to $683 million – $150m more than the $533m budget.

If Christchurch city councillors push on with the current design, they will have to underwrite an extra $150m, taking their total contribution to $453m.

Some city councillors say it is time for neighbouring councils to offer a helping hand.

The stadium would be a regional facility and its economic benefits would go beyond Christchurch, a council spokesperson said.

Other Canterbury councils have been contacted about the latest cost blowout and the city council intends to hold further discussions before making a formal proposal, the spokesperson said.

One mooted method is a regional targeted rate, which could be administered by Environment Canterbury.

Read more here and tell us what you think in the comments below.

899 days ago

ANYONE KNOW THESE MEN -SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITIES IN ADDINGTON,CHCH

Daisy from Addington

Dear neighbours, are these men familiar to anyone? They're peeping through kitchen, bedroom windows, around 10:34 a.m. Saturday 11th June. Four people seen at the driveway entrance. Two came this way. Other two disappeared. If they're genuine they'd have come again or placed a card … View moreDear neighbours, are these men familiar to anyone? They're peeping through kitchen, bedroom windows, around 10:34 a.m. Saturday 11th June. Four people seen at the driveway entrance. Two came this way. Other two disappeared. If they're genuine they'd have come again or placed a card in the letter boxes. Please keep an eye on them. Have reported to Police too.

900 days ago

Get Upcycling and win in 2022!

Resene

Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go … View more
Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.

Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
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900 days ago

Your base weekly fee is fixed

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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900 days ago

**WANTED** Cash Paid For Old Rugby Programmes & Sports Memorabilia

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. … View moreCan anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. Please message me or email hubby on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

901 days ago

Is This Your Lucky Day?

Karen Ellis - Ray White Real Estate

JUST LISTED!
3🛏 | 1 🛁 | 2 🚗
37 Vanguard Drive, Broomfield

Our owner's tenure of 44 years speaks volumes about this home's location and liveability.

Located within walking distance to schools and transport with Hornby Mall a short distance away. Our owner has purchased and… View more
JUST LISTED!
3🛏 | 1 🛁 | 2 🚗
37 Vanguard Drive, Broomfield

Our owner's tenure of 44 years speaks volumes about this home's location and liveability.

Located within walking distance to schools and transport with Hornby Mall a short distance away. Our owner has purchased and this home needs to be sold so make sure you come and seize this wonderful opportunity and make this your lucky day!

901 days ago

Have Stained carpet or Dirty?

Patrick from Carpet Care Solutions

Then Pick up your phone and call Carpet Care Solutions, your one on only carpet cleaning company who go the extra mile and get stains Out.

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901 days ago

Cookie product recalled due to foreign matter

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular cookie brand Mrs Higgins has recalled a specific batch of their product due to the possible presence of white plastic.

The cookies affected are the Mrs Higgins Shortbread Cookies in the 350g bag with a Best Before date of 4/10/22.

These cookies are found at all Countdown stores across… View more
Popular cookie brand Mrs Higgins has recalled a specific batch of their product due to the possible presence of white plastic.

The cookies affected are the Mrs Higgins Shortbread Cookies in the 350g bag with a Best Before date of 4/10/22.

These cookies are found at all Countdown stores across New Zealand and customers can return these affected goods for a full refund.

This recall does not affect any other of the Mrs Higgins products.

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901 days ago

Air plant plaques

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Decorate small sunny nooks or bare walls with cute decorative hanging plant plaques and soothing Resene colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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902 days ago

WIN $10,000* towards your KiwiSaver!

NZ Compare

Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!

Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!

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Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!

Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!

Hate feeling obligated? You're not! The health check will let you know if there is a better KiwiSaver provider for you - it's up to you if you do anything about it. Why wait till you're 65, make sure your KiwiSaver is working for you now!
Check my KiwiSaver

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903 days ago

Cleaner or cleaners needed Monday to Friday

Stuart from Merivale

Busy happy friendly Merivale family of 3 needs nice and reliable housekeeper / cleaner to help out on Monday to Friday mornings for around 3 hours per day from around 8.30 am. Please reply or contact Stu on 0274 333 190. And also a bit of care and company for my sick wife. Could suit someone who … View moreBusy happy friendly Merivale family of 3 needs nice and reliable housekeeper / cleaner to help out on Monday to Friday mornings for around 3 hours per day from around 8.30 am. Please reply or contact Stu on 0274 333 190. And also a bit of care and company for my sick wife. Could suit someone who can only to do some of the days as two people preferred.

903 days ago

World Ocean Day

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

On World Ocean Day, people across the globe unite to celebrate and take action for our shared blue planet, with one ocean and one climate, which connect us all. Get together with your family and community, and join with millions of others around our blue planet to create a better future.

By … View more
On World Ocean Day, people across the globe unite to celebrate and take action for our shared blue planet, with one ocean and one climate, which connect us all. Get together with your family and community, and join with millions of others around our blue planet to create a better future.

By working together, we can - and will - protect and restore our shared ocean and climate. Join this growing global celebration on June 8!

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904 days ago

Garage Sale

Julie from Bryndwr

St Aidan's Church
Cnr Brookside Tce & Aorangi Rd

Saturday 11th June, 9-11am

Furniture, clothing, toys, kitchen items, electrical goods and sausage sizzle.

Bring your own bags

Mask wearing indoors - sanitizer available

Negotiable

904 days ago

Meet The Oaks’ new Care Manager

Oceania

The Oaks new Care Manager Desme Daniels relishes in the daily transformations that take place across The Oaks Care Suites, “Witnessing people make new friends and participate in group activities - sometimes after living alone for sometime - it's wonderful to see.”

Oceania has always … View more
The Oaks new Care Manager Desme Daniels relishes in the daily transformations that take place across The Oaks Care Suites, “Witnessing people make new friends and participate in group activities - sometimes after living alone for sometime - it's wonderful to see.”

Oceania has always been about creating homes for people, not just bricks and mortar. As Desme explains, “Great care looks like home and family. Coming to The Oaks you get to be surrounded by staff who quickly become your friends, and whilst the clinical care is excellent, because we don’t look like a hospital or feel like a hospital or clinic, you sometimes don’t even realise how well cared for you are.”

To learn more about our Care Suites, chat to Desme on 0800 333 688.
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904 days ago

PETstock puppy Preschool

Tania from Strowan

Know any puppies aged between 8-15weeks?
Petstock Northwood has one more space available for our puppy pre school starting this Wednesday night,
7.15-8.15pm, 5 week course $150, any inquiries, call 03 323 5705

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