Kainga - Brooklands, Christchurch

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584 days ago

iPhone XR

Toni from Kaiapoi

64gig iPhone XR
Always had a screen protector on but the back is cracked.
Great condition otherwise, everything works as it should.

Price: $300

585 days ago

NZ House & Garden Special Mother’s Day Offer

Mags4Gifts

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a subscription to New Zealand’s favourite lifestyle magazine, NZ House & Garden. Either gift or purchase a 1-year subscription to
NZ House & Garden for only $89, save $38!

NZ House & Garden is the authority on interiors, homes and gardens. We cross … View more
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a subscription to New Zealand’s favourite lifestyle magazine, NZ House & Garden. Either gift or purchase a 1-year subscription to
NZ House & Garden for only $89, save $38!

NZ House & Garden is the authority on interiors, homes and gardens. We cross the style boundaries — from the smallest, most beautifully crafted spaces to designer showstoppers. Then there’s the sumptuous food with recipes you’ll really want to try, carefully curated travel and all the latest homeware and shopping trends.

Happy Mother’s Day,
NZ House & Garden
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586 days ago

It's a whitewash!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Papanui

Refresh an old table with a Resene Colorwood Whitewash finish.

Learn how to make old new again wiith these handy instructions.

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586 days ago

Kiwanis Club Northwest Christchurch 50th Anniversary

Bryan and Barbara from Redwood

The Kiwanis Club of Northwest Christchurch is celebrating 50 years of service to the community on 10th June at the Chateau on the Park. For further information please contact Carolyn Hutchison on 0210488340 or email carolynhutch@hotmail.com

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586 days ago

Free guided tour round the Botanic gardens

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

As there is so much to see in the Botanic Gardens you might like to consider taking a tour. There are a number of different options for tours.

Running until the end of April. Check out the link in 'Read More' for full details.

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589 days ago

Found cat

Brooke from Woodend

Found cat last night, back again. Was scrambling through my bins for food. Gave kitty a munch & was inhaled faster then a vacuum. Is this anyones baby? Tuahiwi, between bramleys road & church bush road.

590 days ago

What's top of mind for this year's election?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The 2023 General Election is to be held on Saturday 14th October 2023 - that's less than 6 months until you make your vote!
In the lead up to the election, what issues are you most wanting to hear from parties and their candidates about?

Type NFP if you want your comments excluded from … View more
The 2023 General Election is to be held on Saturday 14th October 2023 - that's less than 6 months until you make your vote!
In the lead up to the election, what issues are you most wanting to hear from parties and their candidates about?

Type NFP if you want your comments excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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587 days ago

Last chance to win this home!

Heart Foundation

It’s your last chance to win this brand-new,, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an … View more
It’s your last chance to win this brand-new,, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental or even sell it. Tickets only $15 – get in quick and purchase more tickets today.
Find out more

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588 days ago

Vaping petitions

Charlie from Belfast

Hi everyone, just posting again to keep it recent. Thanks so much for everyone's support so far. If you are in a different neighborhood, please share to increase the chances of being seen in a wider area.


I have started 2 petitions to try to remove the sale of disposable vaping products… View more
Hi everyone, just posting again to keep it recent. Thanks so much for everyone's support so far. If you are in a different neighborhood, please share to increase the chances of being seen in a wider area.


I have started 2 petitions to try to remove the sale of disposable vaping products in dairies, service stations and supermarkets.
It has become an epidemic within our young people and its creating such a negative and harmful culture.

I heard only today from a friend that her daughter was sold a vape from a dairy! ......... she is 15.

This has to be stopped.

Thank you again for all of your support.

petitions.parliament.nz...

And

chng.it...

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588 days ago

Wanted to rent long term only.

Sharlene from Kainga - Brooklands

Wanted to rent long term for a friend of mine two to three bedrooms with garage and fully fenced has been in the house he is now for 8 years, for Father and son only. Must be kaiapoi woodend or rangiora areas please.

588 days ago

Wool and knitting for Ukraine

Marianne from Rangiora

A very big Thank You to Faye who posted me some beautiful new wool. Very much appreciated. Here is a photo of a little cardi for a 0-3 month old baby just about to come off the needles to show what we are doing. We need to get these little items finished and in the post by the end of June for the … View moreA very big Thank You to Faye who posted me some beautiful new wool. Very much appreciated. Here is a photo of a little cardi for a 0-3 month old baby just about to come off the needles to show what we are doing. We need to get these little items finished and in the post by the end of June for the northern winter.

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588 days ago

Fire wood.

Warren from Swannanoa - Ohoka

HI I Have pine fire wood for sale 4.2 cub $360.

593 days ago

Safety complaint could sound death knell for children's campground paradise

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

From reporter Nadine Roberts:

It’s a slice of Kiwi childhood, with a helping of rough and tumble adventure where cotton wool is banished.

But Little River Campground on Banks Peninsula may be about to have its last marshmallow toast on the unfenced campfire, after a complaint to WorkSafe … View more
From reporter Nadine Roberts:

It’s a slice of Kiwi childhood, with a helping of rough and tumble adventure where cotton wool is banished.

But Little River Campground on Banks Peninsula may be about to have its last marshmallow toast on the unfenced campfire, after a complaint to WorkSafe left owners Marcus Puentener​ and Megan Gainsford​ afraid of the liability they face in order to be safety compliant.

An unknown complainant reported safety concerns after a woman dislocated her leg on the slippery slide in February.

The complainant also said the boardwalks through the native forest were rotten, a trampoline was dangerous and an outdoor power cord to a glitter globe above a campfire was not safe when it rained.

Puentener said the accident in February was unfortunate and was created because the polythene sheet was in two sections. One sheet blew up, causing the woman to get caught, he said. He immediately closed the slide down and was working on how to make it safer.

It was just the second serious accident since the couple took over the campground – the other was after a woman jumped off a trampoline and injured her leg on slippery grass.

Although WorkSafe had been supportive and helpful so far, Puentener said the complaint had forced the couple to re-evaluate the future of the campground.

A WorkSafe spokesperson confirmed they had been contacted about a “number of concerns” relating to the campground but said it could continue operating while addressing health and safety concerns.

“The concerns raised are easily resolvable with attention, which will both keep children safe and provide that reassurance to parents and caregivers,” the spokesperson said.

However, Puentener said if they had to upgrade the boardwalk through five hectares of native bush they would have to find hundreds of thousands of dollars or more. With Puentener as the only employee, large scale changes were not financially viable.

Now the couple are weighing up what they can do in order to reopen in October, but Puentener admits to feeling disheartened and unsure of the way forward after a difficult year when numbers through the gate have not been what he hoped.

Options include closing off the native area or putting it under the guidance of a trust. Both would see the demise of the slippery slide, giant swing and boardwalk.

The couple are also considering upping the price for campers or offering a membership scheme. Their least favourite option is closing, but it’s something they will seriously consider when the campground closes for the season on April 24.

In the meantime a social media campaign has heated up, with members of the public considering setting up a Givealitte page to help save the campground.

Others are offering to do a working bee.

The outpouring of support has been welcomed by Puentener.

“It’s humbling to know that people do have a connection with the place.”

589 days ago

SAMSUNG VS APPLE

The Team from NZ Compare

The comparison you've been waiting for! Are you team Apple or team Samsung?!

Both companies have their own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to technology and it can get pretty heated. It's always best to check before you invest - so compare the pro's and con's of … View more
The comparison you've been waiting for! Are you team Apple or team Samsung?!

Both companies have their own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to technology and it can get pretty heated. It's always best to check before you invest - so compare the pro's and con's of Samsung and Apple now with this easy guide.

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589 days ago

DONATIONS WANTED

Arthur from Rangiora

THRIVE OP SHOP, 96 High St., Rangiora (GABLES ARCADE). needs your donations of quality women's top quality winter clothing; belts and handbags; novels; glassware,(wine and tumblers); jigsaws etc.
We are at the New World end of Gables Arcade. Thank you in advance. We are a branch of … View more
THRIVE OP SHOP, 96 High St., Rangiora (GABLES ARCADE). needs your donations of quality women's top quality winter clothing; belts and handbags; novels; glassware,(wine and tumblers); jigsaws etc.
We are at the New World end of Gables Arcade. Thank you in advance. We are a branch of Christchurch City Mission, helping those in need.

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