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574 days ago

Are you celebrating the King's coronation? How?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

King Charles III will be offically crowned on Saturday (NZ time) at Westminster Abbey. It will be the first coronation ceremony since Queen Elizabeth II's in 1953.
In other words, it's a very big deal for Great Britain and the rest of the Commonwealth.

Will you be celebrating King … View more
King Charles III will be offically crowned on Saturday (NZ time) at Westminster Abbey. It will be the first coronation ceremony since Queen Elizabeth II's in 1953.
In other words, it's a very big deal for Great Britain and the rest of the Commonwealth.

Will you be celebrating King Charles' coronation? We want to hear the details.

Are you having a party at your place, and who's invited?
Will you dress up in fancy dress or a costume?
Are you decorating your house? Or celebrating another way? Share your plans, or tell us what the coronation means to you (or doesn't mean) in the comments below.

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569 days ago

Gynae Cancer peer to peer support group - Meeting tonight

Catharine from Rangiora

We are meeting at 143 Percival Street tonight at 7:00pm. All ages and stages warmly welcomed. Enjoy time out from everyday life and be a part of a wonderful group of women who understand through their own experience what living with gynae cancer is like. Any questions please contact Catharine on … View moreWe are meeting at 143 Percival Street tonight at 7:00pm. All ages and stages warmly welcomed. Enjoy time out from everyday life and be a part of a wonderful group of women who understand through their own experience what living with gynae cancer is like. Any questions please contact Catharine on (022) 0465 070 or Gabrielle on (021) 904 907 at the NC Cancer Society, isn't today stunning! Just beautiful.

569 days ago

Live Stronger for Longer

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Download the free Nymbl app, and with just 10 minutes a day you can stay active and improve your balance. Find out more

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570 days ago

Pure South Grass Fed Beef, Lamb and Venison

Puresouthshop.com

Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable … View more
Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable environmental care. We produce world class grass fed red meat with a flavourful taste and tender eating quality.

Produce of Alliance, New Zealand’s only 100% farmer-owned red meat co-operative.
Shop now

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575 days ago

Sewing

Sue from Swannanoa - Ohoka

I am in need of someone to take up some hems and a few alterations. Please reply via Neighbourly. Thanks in advance.

577 days ago

CANDLES

Chris from Woodend

Hi ,has anyone got any old candles they don’t want or need , doesn’t matter what condition they are in if so please ring Chris or Graeme on 033127700 ,cheers

573 days ago

Pinecones - placed to find Chch or nearby

Johanna from Redwood

Anyone have a favourite patch where they collect pinecones? Having a family day out and wanting to run the dog and pick up pine cones.

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572 days ago

CHURCH STREET MARKET RANGIORA

Arthur from Rangiora

Another great market tomorrow at the CHURCH STREET MARKET cnr of High St and Church St. Lots of great bargains for all. Lots of new items, craft items, clothing, garden tools great coffee and fresh treats. Arthur will be there with his Raupo seedhead garden sculptures, Fairy house fronts for … View moreAnother great market tomorrow at the CHURCH STREET MARKET cnr of High St and Church St. Lots of great bargains for all. Lots of new items, craft items, clothing, garden tools great coffee and fresh treats. Arthur will be there with his Raupo seedhead garden sculptures, Fairy house fronts for children, rustic bird feeders, a few plants and some older camera lenses etc.

572 days ago

Do you need Curtains to help keep you warm? Can you donate some curtains?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Why curtains are important
Good quality, lined curtains that fit your windows well are an essential part of a warm, energy efficient home. If your curtains are thin, single layered, torn, or poorly fitting, they should be replaced. Even the energy efficiency of double-glazed windows is improved … View more
Why curtains are important
Good quality, lined curtains that fit your windows well are an essential part of a warm, energy efficient home. If your curtains are thin, single layered, torn, or poorly fitting, they should be replaced. Even the energy efficiency of double-glazed windows is improved with good curtains.

Curtain Bank
The Curtain Bank (CEA) collect donated second hand curtains and give them away to households who cannot afford curtains. Curtains from their Curtain Bank are available to anyone in need, you do not need a Community Services Card. Curtains are also available for rental properties. Their recycled curtains will be double-layered and resized where required.

Donating Curtains
If you have curtains you can donate see the link for times and locations where you can drop them off.

Check out the link under 'Read More' to apply for curtains.

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572 days ago

Saturday morning Zumba classes

Zumba 4 U Christchurch

Start your weekend with an hour of fun-filled cardiovascular exercise by coming along to Zumba, 9am Saturdays at Marshland School! It's the workout that doesn't feel like a workout! Just bring a gold coin for your first session :)

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572 days ago

Garden on the go

The Team from Resene ColorShop Papanui

Create a mini kitchen garden and add a pop of Resene colour with this fun project.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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572 days ago

Monthly Service Postponed

Jeneane Hobby from Ashley Community Church Incorporated

The first Sunday of the month family-friendly service (scheduled for 7 May) has been postponed due to Covid. It will be held on Sunday 14 May instead.
Enquiries to Paul or Lesley, Ph 021 140 2074
39 Canterbury St, Ashley.

576 days ago

Poll: Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest … View moreThe month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest band/artist.

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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Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?
  • 49.5% Crowded House
    49.5% Complete
  • 5.8% Lorde
    5.8% Complete
  • 3.1% Bic Runga
    3.1% Complete
  • 1% Benee
    1% Complete
  • 23.8% Dave Dobbyn
    23.8% Complete
  • 1.3% OMC
    1.3% Complete
  • 15.6% SIX60
    15.6% Complete
2713 votes
573 days ago

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575 days ago

THRIVE OP SHOP RANGIORA

Arthur from Rangiora

A BIG THANK YOU to all our valued customers who have made donations over the last month. We are now unable to accept any more clothing at this time. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT. THRIVE OP SHOP 96 HIGH STREET, THA GABLES ARCADE RANGIORA.

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