Kainga - Brooklands, Christchurch

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563 days ago

Happy Mother's Day Neighbours!

The Team from NZ Compare

To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!

We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with … View more
To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!

We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with smiles, appreciation and love. Happy Mother's Day.

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563 days ago

Family Friendly Service and Discussion

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

Paul and Lesley Askin lead their next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 14 May - at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm.
Bring a plate of finger food for a shared meal afterwards.
Dress up warmly and remember to go before you come because there is no toilet on site.
NB the usual … View more
Paul and Lesley Askin lead their next family-friendly monthly service - Sunday, 14 May - at the Ashley Community Church from 4.30 pm.
Bring a plate of finger food for a shared meal afterwards.
Dress up warmly and remember to go before you come because there is no toilet on site.
NB the usual first-of-the-month gathering was postponed to this Sunday.

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566 days ago

Vaping Petitions

Charlie from Belfast

Hi everyone, just a reminder about the current petitions circulating. With all of the news reports about vaping, now is a great time to jump on board!

I have started 2 petitions to remove disposable vapes and their products from dairies, supermarkets and service stations.

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Hi everyone, just a reminder about the current petitions circulating. With all of the news reports about vaping, now is a great time to jump on board!

I have started 2 petitions to remove disposable vapes and their products from dairies, supermarkets and service stations.

petitions.parliament.nz...

And

chng.it...

564 days ago

The Soup Bar

Tina from Swannanoa - Ohoka

The soup bar opened inside of The Riverside Market. The soup bar offers Keto, Vegan and Gluten Free soup selections every day.
Soup and Cornbread combo is just $10.00

Happy from 3:00 with half price soup and cornbread combo.
Check us out on facebook the soup bar chch.

564 days ago

Victim Support needs you!

Victim Support

Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing … View more
Want to give something back to your community? How about volunteering with Victim Support? We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood now.

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime and trauma. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and support from our locally based staff.

Check out our website or call 0800 volunteer (0800 86 58 68) for more information.
Find out more

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565 days ago

20L plastic buckets to give away?

Richard from Rangiora

Hi, anyone got a heap of 20L plastic buckets (usually white buckets with air-tight red lids that originally contained concrete powder)? I'd love 4-5 in good condition with lids but can take more buckets in poorer condition without lids.
Thanks a million.

565 days ago

Weekend Zumba Classes

Zumba 4 U Christchurch

Zumba classes are happening at Marshland School (11 Te Korari St) every weekend!
Saturdays, 9.00am
Sundays, 6.00pm
New participants are welcome any time, no need to book in advance, you can just show up! It costs only a gold coin for your first class!

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565 days ago

Branching out!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Papanui

Bring a bit of nature inside with a simple tree mural in Resene colours.

Find out how to add colour to you child's room with this handy advice.

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565 days ago

Unpleasant surprise in your bill?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free … View more
Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact us online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
Find out more

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569 days ago

Poll: Would you like NZ to become a republic?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be … View more
The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Would you like NZ to become a republic?
  • 26.7% Yes, we should be an independent country
    26.7% Complete
  • 67.9% No, I want NZ to stick with the monarchy
    67.9% Complete
  • 5.3% I'm not sure
    5.3% Complete
6436 votes
569 days ago

Wool for Ukraine

Marianne from Rangiora

Thank you again Dominique for the beautifully knitted little set thats now ready to go. Such a lovely little boy set. See photo below.
We are more than grateful for all the help we are getting but we still need more, knitters and wool both. Pure wool only and new knitted items are what is needed. … View more
Thank you again Dominique for the beautifully knitted little set thats now ready to go. Such a lovely little boy set. See photo below.
We are more than grateful for all the help we are getting but we still need more, knitters and wool both. Pure wool only and new knitted items are what is needed. Thank you all. Some photos I have added to show some of our progress.

567 days ago

The cost of living is going up...

The Team from NZ Compare

But your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!

It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!

It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. … View more
But your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!

It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!

It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. Remember the longer you leave it, the more money you could be choosing to spend instead of SAVE.

Read our guide on how to save on your Broadband and Power bills OR ring our NZ-based Customer Support Team on 0508 226 672 Monday-Friday 10am-6pm. They're here to help!
Check ways to save

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571 days ago

Stump Grinding

Coral from Rangiora

Can anyone recommend someone to grind out x5 Griselinia stumps? The two local companies I contacted have not got back to me :(
Thanks

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568 days ago

RAUPO SEEDHEAD (BULL RUSHES) GARDEN SCULPTURES

Arthur from Rangiora

Just the thing for mother's garden. Made from tanalised timber and stained, only $19 ea with the Paua dots and $17 ea for plain. Pickup ,is in Rangiora.

Negotiable

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