Islington, Christchurch

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1548 days ago

Keeping Christchurch beautiful

Alexandra David's

Keep Christchurch Beautiful is a local branch of Keep New Zealand Beautiful, and has been working in and around Christchurch since the 1980s. Initially and mostly in the litter abatement area, but also in general beautification of our physical environment. This can include reporting and removing … View moreKeep Christchurch Beautiful is a local branch of Keep New Zealand Beautiful, and has been working in and around Christchurch since the 1980s. Initially and mostly in the litter abatement area, but also in general beautification of our physical environment. This can include reporting and removing graffiti; collaborating with schools and groups to paint murals on Chorus street side utility cabinets (to prevent graffiti); running our very successful schools environment programme (in its 27th year in 2020) which reaches around 40 schools a year; working with other environmental groups, individuals and community groups to carry out clean up and other environment enhancement events around the city; supporting and recognising volunteers who work regularly picking up rubbish, planting, caring for local parks, reserves and gardens, develop and maintain new native plantings in reserves; and also recognising those businesses that themselves support volunteers or have business practices that are environmentally sustainable.

KCB promotes and supports projects initiated by Keep New Zealand Beautiful, our parent organisation (while KCB is a branch, it is also independent and a stand-alone charity and incorporated society). KCB is also developing new projects, including scaling the schools programme to suits preschools; maintaining a ‘library’ of gear to lend and sometimes gift, to groups doing clean ups; and providing event coordination and management for business groups wanting to ‘give back’ to their communities with clean up events.

KCB is proud of its connections with other groups around the city; together we are more than the sum of our parts.
Find out more

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1552 days ago

Photocopying

Nicole from Halswell

Morning, I was wondering if anyone/a business out there has a laser printer/copier that would be willing to print out approximately 75-85 pages for us on 160 GSM paper this morning? We are happy to pay, just hoping to keep this local. Thanks, Nicole

1549 days ago

Having certainty inspires confidence

Woodcote Retirement Village

When you choose a Ryman village, you're set. Our Peace of Mind Guarantees are designed to protect you, so whatever the future holds, we've got your back.

Having certainty inspires confidence. It's just one of the ways we're pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement … View more
When you choose a Ryman village, you're set. Our Peace of Mind Guarantees are designed to protect you, so whatever the future holds, we've got your back.

Having certainty inspires confidence. It's just one of the ways we're pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

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1549 days ago

Meet our 2020 Houseplant Hero!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Congratulations to King George Diones , who wins $500 worth of Yates products and $300 worth of Kings Plant Barn vouchers. This surgical nurse in Auckland propagates and sells houseplants. He is currently giving all profits to colleagues in the Philippines to buy PPE.

1554 days ago

Seven-storey building offering medical services good for Christchurch?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey Cantabs,

A large health facility with procedure rooms and luxury recovery suites is proposed for a prominent site in Christchurch's health precinct.

The application proposes two levels of medical facilities and three levels of guest accommodation “proposed to function as luxury … View more
Hey Cantabs,

A large health facility with procedure rooms and luxury recovery suites is proposed for a prominent site in Christchurch's health precinct.

The application proposes two levels of medical facilities and three levels of guest accommodation “proposed to function as luxury recovery rooms” for procedures done on the lower floors.

Huadu International NZ chief executive Aaron Boddington said the company was excited to develop the project, but declined to answer questions on when the facility would be built, who would operate it and how much it would cost.

What do you think about this proposal? Comment below.

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1560 days ago

Do you have a DIY project on the go?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Sales of DIY items are on the rise again as New Zealanders prepare to spend more time at home.

New Zealand’s leading hardware stores say demand for power tools, plants and paint has spiked for the second time this year.

Do you have a home project on the go? Let us know what it is below.

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1549 days ago

Major scrub fire near Aoraki/Mt Cook burns for second day

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

A large blaze burning through wilding pines near the Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park has spread significantly overnight.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd (State Highway 80).

It grew to 2500 … View more
A large blaze burning through wilding pines near the Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park has spread significantly overnight.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd (State Highway 80).

It grew to 2500 hectares and had a 23 kilometre perimeter by Sunday night but on Monday, there was "significant spread" overnight and it was now covering 3100 hectares.

There are 17 helicopters and two fixed-wing aircraft battling the fire, with the first helicopters equipped with monsoon buckets going up at first light.

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1554 days ago

Christchurch recycling plant gets $16.8m boost for upgrades

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

State-of-the-art sorting equipment will be installed at Christchurch’s recycling plant thanks to a multi-million dollar grant from the Government.

The upgrade will make it easier to remove contaminants from recycling and sort plastics into individual types.

Christchurch mayor Lianne Dalziel … View more
State-of-the-art sorting equipment will be installed at Christchurch’s recycling plant thanks to a multi-million dollar grant from the Government.

The upgrade will make it easier to remove contaminants from recycling and sort plastics into individual types.

Christchurch mayor Lianne Dalziel says the boost is a game changer for the people of Christchurch. What do you think?

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1554 days ago

Poll: Should bus drivers be allowed to self-enforce social distancing rules?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Bus commuters have been passed at bus stops in Christchurch as some drivers adopt a harder line on level 2 social distancing.

With capacity on buses reduced due to social distancing requirements, some Christchurch users have reported delays and passengers being left behind because there was not … View more
Bus commuters have been passed at bus stops in Christchurch as some drivers adopt a harder line on level 2 social distancing.

With capacity on buses reduced due to social distancing requirements, some Christchurch users have reported delays and passengers being left behind because there was not enough room.

A Christchurch commuter said "some bus drivers care about how many are on the bus and some don't".

Do you think it's okay that bus drivers self-enforce social distancing?

Read more here

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Should bus drivers be allowed to self-enforce social distancing rules?
  • 61.9% Yes - they should be allowed to enforce
    61.9% Complete
  • 38.1% No - enforcing is not their job
    38.1% Complete
407 votes
1553 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

How's this for a throwback, Cantabs?

Cantabrians rush to Seaview Rd, New Brighton to get some last minute Christmas shopping in - Christmas Eve, 1955.

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1549 days ago

Enrol and update your details at The Hub Hornby

Aroha from Hornby

Our youth community liaisons are at The Hub Hornby in September on Thursday 3rd, Friday 4th and Saturday 5th. Come and visit them if you have moved and need to update your details or if you have never voted and want to enrol for the first time. They will be able to answer questions about enrolling … View moreOur youth community liaisons are at The Hub Hornby in September on Thursday 3rd, Friday 4th and Saturday 5th. Come and visit them if you have moved and need to update your details or if you have never voted and want to enrol for the first time. They will be able to answer questions about enrolling and voting and have information on the referenda. The election dates have changed. To receive an easy vote card in your mail box you must enrol by the 13th September. Advanced voting is for everyone and is from the 3rd October to 17th October. To make it quicker at the polling booths vote during advanced voting.
Nau mai haere mai

1553 days ago

Poll: Should all of Christchurch's parking meters be cashless?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

Christchurch City Council recently converted 65 of its 196 meters to credit/debit card only to combat damage and theft.

However, it is not easy to identify which machines no longer take cash.

Do you think we should move to a totally cashless system?

Read more here.

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Should all of Christchurch's parking meters be cashless?
  • 33.7% Yes - cashless is the new way
    33.7% Complete
  • 66.3% No - cash is still king
    66.3% Complete
326 votes
1549 days ago

Homestead destroyed as major South Canterbury scrub fire burns for second day

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had … View more
Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had grown to 2500 hectares and had a 23 kilometre perimeter by Sunday night.

The fire jumped Mt Cook Rd – State Highway 80 (SH80) – and is burning on both sides. SH80 and SH8 remain closed.

To read more, click here

1549 days ago

Homestead destroyed as major South Canterbury scrub fire burns for second day

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had … View more
Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had grown to 2500 hectares and had a 23 kilometre perimeter by Sunday night.

The fire jumped Mt Cook Rd – State Highway 80 (SH80) – and is burning on both sides. SH80 and SH8 remain closed.

To read more, click here

1549 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.

It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get… View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.

It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to nymblscience.com...
Register now

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