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27 days ago

Lincoln Clothes Swap - Free

Lincoln Envirotown Coordinator from Lincoln Envirotown

Have fun swapping your pre-loved clothes for other quality clothes donated.

About this event
Free donated clothes will be on display so bring your friends and make an evening of it.

Women’s, Men’s, Kid's clothing and accessories accepted, please no undergarments. If you don’t have… View more
Have fun swapping your pre-loved clothes for other quality clothes donated.

About this event
Free donated clothes will be on display so bring your friends and make an evening of it.

Women’s, Men’s, Kid's clothing and accessories accepted, please no undergarments. If you don’t have clothes to drop off you can still come along on the evening and help yourself to free clothes.

VIP tickets are given to those who drop off their clothes before the event, this ticket will give you and a friend early entry to the event.

Drop-off can be arranged in Lincoln. We also have several drop-off locations and times listed below, we can be identified by our blue Lincoln Envirotown t-shirt with a fantail on it.

You can also get in touch by email lincolnenvirotowntrust@gmail.com or call 03 423 0456 to arrange.

DROP OFF LOCATIONS:

Lincoln Library
Thursdays, 7 pm-7.45 pm
24th October
31st October
7th November
14th November
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Te Ara Ātea, Rolleston
Thursdays, 7 pm-7.45 pm
24th October
31st October
7th November
14th November
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Leeston Library
Thursdays, 2 pm-3 pm
7th November
14th November
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Lincoln University, Mrs O’s Cafe
Mondays, 9 am-10 am
4th November
11th November
18th November

and

Wednesdays, 9 am-10 am
30th October
6th November
13th November
20th November
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Our Sponsors
A big thank you to our wonderful sponsors! We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors Rātā Foundation, Selwyn District Council, Community Operations South Island - Department of Internal Affairs - COGS, Lottery Community, Lincoln University and Lincoln Community Trust.

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32 days ago

Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.

Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.

So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?

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Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
  • 67.7% Yes
    67.7% Complete
  • 29% No
    29% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - I'll share below
    3.3% Complete
2917 votes
28 days ago

Prize draw winners!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The winners of the $100 Westfield vouchers are:

Patrice Hamilton from Sunnyhills

Lorraine Heffernan from Wigram

Rodney Norris from Papatoetoe

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The winners of the $100 Westfield vouchers are:

Patrice Hamilton from Sunnyhills

Lorraine Heffernan from Wigram

Rodney Norris from Papatoetoe

Lucy Ayres from Richmond

If you're a winner, get in touch here.

If you're not a winner this week, check back next week!

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29 days ago

FREE Chromebook with Laptop Bundle purchase

Matthew from Computer Help NZ

For a limited time, we are giving away a quality ruggedized Chromebook with every laptop bundle purchased.
The Chromebook is an Acer C734 valued at $500 and has been built especially rugged to handle those rough and tough times.

Of course, you may not want a Chromebook, in which case you might … View more
For a limited time, we are giving away a quality ruggedized Chromebook with every laptop bundle purchased.
The Chromebook is an Acer C734 valued at $500 and has been built especially rugged to handle those rough and tough times.

Of course, you may not want a Chromebook, in which case you might like the $300 cashback.
www.chnz.co.nz...

Negotiable

29 days ago

Aged Advisor People's Choice Award Winners - for the fifth time!

Anthony Wilding Retirement Village

We're proud to be named Best Provider Nationwide - for the fifth time - at the 2024 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities.

The high ratings and reviews we receive from our residents and their families reflects the effort our team puts … View more
We're proud to be named Best Provider Nationwide - for the fifth time - at the 2024 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities.

The high ratings and reviews we receive from our residents and their families reflects the effort our team puts into providing the best possible experience for our residents.

Our passion is creating communities where our residents can thrive. Receiving this award for the fifth time tells us that we’re on the right track.

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30 days ago

Bookarama 2024

Terry Fullerton from The Rotary Club Of Cashmere

The Cashmere Rotary Club is once again raising funds for charity with another Bookarama. This year’s sale will be held at the Addington Raceway Stables from 9am to 6pm Thursday 21 November to 9am to 2pm Sunday 24 November. Everything half price on Sunday. EFTPOS available
We need your … View more
The Cashmere Rotary Club is once again raising funds for charity with another Bookarama. This year’s sale will be held at the Addington Raceway Stables from 9am to 6pm Thursday 21 November to 9am to 2pm Sunday 24 November. Everything half price on Sunday. EFTPOS available
We need your donations of books, CDs, LPs, DVDs, Jigsaws and Games

Please put your donations into a bag and place in the bins at one of these convenient collection points between 20th October and 17th November
Halswell New World Z Moorhouse Avenue BP Sparks Rd
St Martins New World Z Addington Raceway BP Halswell
Wigram New World Z Barrington BP Redcliffs
Countdown Colombo St Z Curletts Rd Oderings Cashmere Rd
Challenge – Milton St Z Colombo Portstone Garden Centre
Z Shirley Raeward Fresh – Tower Junction

For larger boxed donations please email info@rotaryinfo.org.nz for drop-off venue.
www.rotaryinfo.org.nz...

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30 days ago

Bird house

Resene

It’s easy to create your own colourful bird house from an old wooden box and some Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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31 days ago

Oxford Edge – Accountancy, Advice, Strategy.

Oxford Edge

Oxford Edge offers business intelligence underpinned by accountancy and business advisory and our edge is in the business solutions and value we can add. Our range of accountancy and advisory services is broad, just like the challenges that a business can face.

Services include business advice,… View more
Oxford Edge offers business intelligence underpinned by accountancy and business advisory and our edge is in the business solutions and value we can add. Our range of accountancy and advisory services is broad, just like the challenges that a business can face.

Services include business advice, structuring, valuations, exit and growth strategies, tax and compliance and forensic accounting.
Find out more

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32 days ago

PLANTARAMA - 19 October

Gail from Cashmere

PLANTARAMA is tomorrow!!
9am to 12noon, at Cashmere Presbyterian Church.
We have lots and lots of plants - herbs, veges, flowers, succulents. Come along and stock up for your spring gardening.
Don't forget the sausage sizzle.
EFTPOS will be available.

32 days ago

Halswell Community Hub Xmas Donations

Keri Glassenbury from Halswell Community Project

Every year for the past 7 years we have collaborated with several agencies around Halswell and Christchurch. From Odyssey House, the Hoon Hay Food Bank, Open Home Foundation, City Mission Outreach and Project Esther, to local families in need. The aim is to bring a little relief and hopefully a … View moreEvery year for the past 7 years we have collaborated with several agencies around Halswell and Christchurch. From Odyssey House, the Hoon Hay Food Bank, Open Home Foundation, City Mission Outreach and Project Esther, to local families in need. The aim is to bring a little relief and hopefully a little joy at Christmas. It can be a stressful and expensive time of year for many. While we realise October seems a little early to start thinking about Christmas, we need time to receive donations, sort them and pass them on to the recipients before each organisation pauses over the Christmas period. We do ask that all items are new only please.
Drop off to: the Halswell Community Hub, 381 Halswell Road from October through to mid December.
This year we are partnering with:
Ngā Maihi - Steppingstones Trust/Odyssey House/Purapua Whetu
Open Home Foundation
Local families
Donations required:
Toiletry packs – shampoo, conditioners, sanitary items (period underwear/pads/tampons/cups etc), deodorant, toothbrushes & paste, cotton buds, body wash/soap, lip balm, hairbrush, razors, hair ties, shaving cream, sunscreen and cosmetic bag/toiletries bag. Outdoor sports equipment/toys, weighted soft animals, squishmallow toys, unicorns, pokemon cards, books, transformers, fidget toys, art supplies like a sketch pad/ watercolour pencils Voucher activity(Swimming Pools etc).

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33 days ago

Fridge/Freezer - FREE

Diane from Westmorland

It still goes well, clean, but more suitable as a beer fridge and spare freezer in the garage. 1.6m tall and .6 wide, collect from Ravensdale Rise, text for details 027 656 2446

Free

33 days ago

Resene October sale on now!

Resene

Save 25% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers and wallpapers at Resene ColorShops!
Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint.
Find out more

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33 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of … View more
Here are some items that have been recalled during September - October. Click on the blue title to learn more details about the recalled product.

Food recalls:
Farro Kitchen pulled lamb shank ragu (product may contain glass!)
ABC sweet soy sauce
Kelp & Seaweed Products (elevated level of arsenic!)
On The Go chip products
Pams cracked pepper salmon & Origin salmon
All Good Barista Oat Milk

Product recalls:
Toyota Pruis model years 2022-2024
Brompton t line bike
John Deere 1023ev tractor
Suzuki GSX1300RRQ model years 2020-2024
UVC Disinfection Unit Purifier
Kia EV9 model years 2024-2025
Polaris xp kinetic ranger
Cummins diesel engine
Mazda models years 2013-2020

We hope this update was helpful to you and your whānau.

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34 days ago

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in October and November.

Experience the Ryman lifestyle and learn about our living options, tour our showhomes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

Click find out more for more information.
Find out more

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36 days ago

paintings

Diana from Halswell

Hi. We have downsized our home and have a lot of paintings we need to sell as we no longer have room to hang them. Most of them were bought overseas. Can anyone advise me how I go about advertising them overseas as nz is a very limited market to advertise in

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