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When 80-year-old Barry Souter landed his first job in a clothing store 64 years ago, the retail industry looked a lot different.
Customers were not able to browse the shelves but had to ask for clothes to be brought out from behind the counter. When a sale was made, … View moreHappy Tuesday neighbours,
When 80-year-old Barry Souter landed his first job in a clothing store 64 years ago, the retail industry looked a lot different.
Customers were not able to browse the shelves but had to ask for clothes to be brought out from behind the counter. When a sale was made, Souter had to handwrite the sale docket. And stock-taking was very much a manual task.
But through all the changes, Souter has never stopped having fun. “It’s the people that make it. Human interaction is what keeps us all going.”
Souter’s first job was at Hallensteins in Dunedin when he was 16, and he worked for Munns in Christchurch for a long time before opening his own business in Bishopdale nearly a decade ago.
Click 'Read more' below for the full story.
Lots of sunshine and warmth means lots of spring growth, and not just the flowers we all love! 🌸🌷🌻Lawns are sprouting and weeds are making themselves at home 🌱🌱
Here are some of the jobs we've been getting into over the last few days - we love transforming these gardens, and … View moreLots of sunshine and warmth means lots of spring growth, and not just the flowers we all love! 🌸🌷🌻Lawns are sprouting and weeds are making themselves at home 🌱🌱
Here are some of the jobs we've been getting into over the last few days - we love transforming these gardens, and it's great to be out enjoying this gorgeous weather.
If your lawns or weeds have gotten a bit wild and woolly over lockdown, we can help 😊 Message or call us for a free quote.
People have been advised to be on the lookout after reports of a door-to-door Covid-19 vaccine scam.
Two men are reported to have been knocking on doors in Christchurch’s Addington suburb, claiming to be health officials, according to the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB).
The pair have… View morePeople have been advised to be on the lookout after reports of a door-to-door Covid-19 vaccine scam.
Two men are reported to have been knocking on doors in Christchurch’s Addington suburb, claiming to be health officials, according to the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB).
The pair have an eftpos machine, and have been attempting to charge people a fee to book vaccine appointments.
RNZ reported the men were offering Covid vaccines for $100.
After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.
“We’d been … View moreAfter years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.
“We’d been trying to recruit a young person for a couple of years, says Stainless Machinings owner Brian Lawry. “Competenz provided us with an excellent service and took all the hard work out of finding someone."
Read the full story here
Hey neighbours!
Busy couple of weeks for me coming out of lockdown, but great to be back in the swing of things, catching up with some regulars and helping out some new faces.
If you're in need of some handyman help, please give me a call! I'd be happy to do a free quote for you.
… View moreHey neighbours!
Busy couple of weeks for me coming out of lockdown, but great to be back in the swing of things, catching up with some regulars and helping out some new faces.
If you're in need of some handyman help, please give me a call! I'd be happy to do a free quote for you.
Cheers,
Steve
Spring Cleaning time ✨
It’s not just a great time to clean up around the house, but a great time to clean up your sleep health!
By improving the quality of your sleep you are able to:
- Increase your body's immune system
- Decrease the probability of being the driver causing a car … View moreSpring Cleaning time ✨
It’s not just a great time to clean up around the house, but a great time to clean up your sleep health!
By improving the quality of your sleep you are able to:
- Increase your body's immune system
- Decrease the probability of being the driver causing a car accident by 250%
- Wake up feeling recharged 🥰
Contact us and we can organise a free sleep consultation, all you have to do is download an app and once you have two nights of sleep data, we can discuss your results with you!
Alternatively if you or your partner snores and you want it addressed now, get in contact and mention our Neighbourly post to receive 10% off your Snorex.
Hi neighbours,
The final design of Christchurch’s most controversial cycleway will not be confirmed until next year as the council makes several changes following unprecedented community feedback.
Christchurch City Council plans to build a $19 million 4.5-kilometre cycleway on Harewood Rd has … View moreHi neighbours,
The final design of Christchurch’s most controversial cycleway will not be confirmed until next year as the council makes several changes following unprecedented community feedback.
Christchurch City Council plans to build a $19 million 4.5-kilometre cycleway on Harewood Rd has attracted 1348 submissions – more than any other cycleway in the city so far.
Plans released in January showed the council proposed to reduce Harewood Rd from four lanes to two to make way for cycle lanes, and install eight new traffic lights, including at the Breens/Gardiners intersection and at each end of the Bishopdale roundabout.
Do you think the cycleway should go ahead?
We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.
Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based… View moreWe're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.
Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based information to provide tools and guidance as we strive to become more sustainable and resilient.
Please join us in welcoming Climate Insights and stay tuned for localised climate information, tools and much more!
Another testimonial from a very happy couple 🧡
If you want to address the snoring in your life, don't wait!
One of our clients, Joanna Giles (Stylist Consultant) in having a FREE style workshop at Barrington Mall that some of you may be interested in. The info follows..
DATES: Wednesday 22
September & Saturday
2 October
TIME: 1pm – 1.45pm
WHERE: Tenancy nextto Life Pharmacy
Bookings essential, … View moreOne of our clients, Joanna Giles (Stylist Consultant) in having a FREE style workshop at Barrington Mall that some of you may be interested in. The info follows..
DATES: Wednesday 22
September & Saturday
2 October
TIME: 1pm – 1.45pm
WHERE: Tenancy nextto Life Pharmacy
Bookings essential, limited to 20
guests per workshop. Book through
the Centre Management office on 03 332 4221.
Workshops! FREE
Love Your Style
Each guest will receive a free goodie bag
Look no further! Join Sam Mannering on Thursday the 23rd of September and cook your dinner along with him.
What’s on the menu? Sam is going to teach you how to make curry from scratch, and for dessert, a tarte tatin.
Get in quick because seats are limited!
Tried these this week - Sensational. 1st time with vanilla ice cream & choc sauce. Then on their own, just warmed in the toaster... our children absolutely loved them.
Dear neighbours,
As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, … View moreDear neighbours,
As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, you can submit it (now, or during the chat) at the link below. Then tune in today, Sept 17, at 3pm.
Give some plain store-bought pots a fresh new look using Resene FX Crackle effect. Use Resene FX Crackle effect to give a shabby chic look with on-trend paint colours.
Find out how to create your own.
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