Kainga - Brooklands, Christchurch

2738 days ago

Breathe clean air this Spring......;-).

Hamish from

I have just changed the filter in our heatpump, as I do every winter. About 80% of all new cars come with a similar filter called a cabin air filter. The cabin air filter serves a similar purpose to the filter for your heat pump. It helps keep dust, allergens, and pollutants from coming into the … View moreI have just changed the filter in our heatpump, as I do every winter. About 80% of all new cars come with a similar filter called a cabin air filter. The cabin air filter serves a similar purpose to the filter for your heat pump. It helps keep dust, allergens, and pollutants from coming into the car through the vent system. Cabin Air Filters first appeared in the 1980s but became more prominent around 1995. Many people don’t know their vehicles have these filters.

Cars over time can develop a musty smell inside the cabin. Changing the cabin air filter every 20,000 to 30,000km, like most manufacturers recommend, will help eliminate odors and promote fresh air. The picture shows a dirty cabin air filter we recently pulled from a car. They can be very dirty, especially when they have been in a vehicle for 100,000km.

Cabin air filters generally take only 15 to 20 minutes to replace. They are often located behind or under the dash. Costs vary by manufacturer, but are relatively inexpensive. Since most folks don’t know they have these filters, when they see the dirty one come out of their vehicle, they are excited to replace it. As we head into spring, often using the heat or air conditioning in our cars, make sure you are breathing clean air by having your cabin air filter checked at your next service appointment.

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2739 days ago

Road Safety

Alan from Rangiora

Is it just me - I have noticed that Flaxton Road down near the Ohoka turn off is getting very worn, so much so, that when it is wet you feel as it you are driving on ice. I have decent tread on my tyres, and my tyre pressure is within the recommended limits. To me this section of road us getting … View moreIs it just me - I have noticed that Flaxton Road down near the Ohoka turn off is getting very worn, so much so, that when it is wet you feel as it you are driving on ice. I have decent tread on my tyres, and my tyre pressure is within the recommended limits. To me this section of road us getting very Dangerous.

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2739 days ago

2400 masport shredder. Green

Rhana from Woodend

$160 call 021375777

Negotiable

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2739 days ago

FREE MEASURE AND QUOTE

Flooring Connection

We offer a free measure and quote service- so bring in your house plans or give us a call and we can arrange to pop around for a quick measure

Email: sales@flooringconnection.co.nz

Phone: 310 8578

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2739 days ago

Nat's tile pick

Dakota Tiles

Pop in and check out these gorgeous patterned tiles we have in-store - you are bound to fall in love...

Tile: West Coast Deco One 300x300

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2739 days ago

People the key to post-quake city

Reporter The Press

Christchurch isn't rebuilding, writes Vicki Anderson. We are ''reimagining'' ourselves as a city.

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2739 days ago

Hardwood Posts

Victoria from Rangiora

Posts x 4 Measurement are: 1600 x 90 x 70
Posts x 2 Measurement are: 2700 x 90 x 90
Not Rotten

Price: $20

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2739 days ago

Concrete Pavers

Victoria from Rangiora

Second Hand Concrete Pavers, some marked.
Thirteen 500 x 500 pavers
Six 440 x 440 pavers

Price: $60

2739 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2739 days ago

147 chalk plaques to hang on your wall. Bossons, Legandware etc

Gill from Woodend

I have collected these over 25 years but now downsizing our house and there's no room for these English plaques from the 50s.
An insurance valuation is for $4,000

Price: $1,000

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2739 days ago

Raised Garden Beds & Planter Boxes

James from Redwood

Getting ready for the Spring planting season -

Raised garden beds are ideal for the family to grow your own vegetables or other plants and there are many benefits in using them including

- extending the planting season significantly as the beds will warm faster and hold the warmth
- … View more
Getting ready for the Spring planting season -

Raised garden beds are ideal for the family to grow your own vegetables or other plants and there are many benefits in using them including

- extending the planting season significantly as the beds will warm faster and hold the warmth
- allowing better drainage
- as the gardener doesn’t walk on the garden bed, the soil doesn’t become compacted
- the soil will remain light and loose allowing it to hold more air helping the vegetable roots to grow with less effort
- ability to reduce the number of weeds
- if using close plant spacing your raised vegetable garden bed will create a micro-climate which will contain moisture and further discourage weeds.
Fill with compost, mulch, good soil and fertilzer mix.

If you are looking for a raised garden bed or planter box drop me a message or give me a call

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2745 days ago

Did you see the meteor in Canterbury?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.

The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.

The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the objects are about the size of a grain of sand.

The arrival of a meteor can be impressive, with even something pebble-sized lighting up in the sky, Canterbury Astronomical Society president Euan Mason says.

So what did you think of the meteor? Where were you when you saw it? And do you see them often from your place? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2740 days ago

RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET.

Arthur from Rangiora

The RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on Sunday the 16th September. There is still more stall space available. Call Arthur on 745 91 48, a Rangiora number to book a stall. It would be great to have some food stalls, also more community groups would be very welcome. A great opportunity for your group to … View moreThe RANGIORA SUNDAY MARKET is on Sunday the 16th September. There is still more stall space available. Call Arthur on 745 91 48, a Rangiora number to book a stall. It would be great to have some food stalls, also more community groups would be very welcome. A great opportunity for your group to raise some funds and promote your activity.

2740 days ago

2-3bed rental home wanted

Jeanine Neighbourly Lead from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Hi all. My lovely cousin and her 3 beautiful kids (aged 5,3 &2) have recently moved to Christchurch from Taupo and are looking for a rental home so she can get her eldest daughter back into school ASAP. As the little ones prefer being together in one room she is looking for a 2-3brm home. Fully… View moreHi all. My lovely cousin and her 3 beautiful kids (aged 5,3 &2) have recently moved to Christchurch from Taupo and are looking for a rental home so she can get her eldest daughter back into school ASAP. As the little ones prefer being together in one room she is looking for a 2-3brm home. Fully fenced is a must, as is heating (warm/dry) and a bath. Long term lease preferred. She registered with local real estate agents today but I said I’d see if any ‘neighbours’ might know if anything properties available now/coming up. Thanks in advance! Cheers Jeanine

2740 days ago

Spiritual and Wellbeing Expo – Hillmorton, Saturday 8th September.

Brenda from Northwood

This Expo will be at Hillmorton High school in Christchurch. Doors open 11 - 4pm. $5 entry, under 12 years free entry. Free Workshops on the day.

A mix of Readings/Clairvoyance, Reiki, Access Bars Sessions, Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Crystals, Incense, Jewellery, Soy Candles, … View more
This Expo will be at Hillmorton High school in Christchurch. Doors open 11 - 4pm. $5 entry, under 12 years free entry. Free Workshops on the day.

A mix of Readings/Clairvoyance, Reiki, Access Bars Sessions, Massage, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Crystals, Incense, Jewellery, Soy Candles, Herbs and Spices, Maori Healing, Chakra Balancing, PXP Purple Rice, Holistic Pulsing, do Terra Oils, Tarot Readings, Energy Healing, Arbonne Skin care, Scentsy, Spiritual Art, Akashic Records, Clothing, Scarves, Readings, Food Intuitive, Crystal Pyramids, Gift Ideas and Vouchers, so much to choose from.

For more information: www.facebook.com...

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