McLeans and Coutts Islands, Christchurch

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1395 days ago

Bees

Raewyn from Papanui

I have a swarm of bees nesting in my compost bin. Any ideas about what I should do?

1393 days ago

Need a handyman?!

Stephen from Master Multi-Tasker - Christchurch Handyman Services

How is it February already!?

The summer months are the perfect time to get all those jobs finished around the house and garden!

Let me give you a hand!

As a Qualified Tradesman with 43 years of experience, there's not a lot I can't do

For all your handyman needs, feel free to send… View more
How is it February already!?

The summer months are the perfect time to get all those jobs finished around the house and garden!

Let me give you a hand!

As a Qualified Tradesman with 43 years of experience, there's not a lot I can't do

For all your handyman needs, feel free to send me a message, or call 027 4086 199

- Steve

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1398 days ago

Have you been to see Canterbury's waddle of Pop-up Penguins?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

From Rangiora to Rolleston, Christchurch to Kaiapoi, 120 penguin sculptures have brought joy to the streets of Canterbury this summer.

This weekend sees the end of the Pop Up Penguins art trail, but there is still time to visit a few more before they are gathered up to be sold at a charity auction… View more
From Rangiora to Rolleston, Christchurch to Kaiapoi, 120 penguin sculptures have brought joy to the streets of Canterbury this summer.

This weekend sees the end of the Pop Up Penguins art trail, but there is still time to visit a few more before they are gathered up to be sold at a charity auction next month.

Will you check them out before they go? Or have you been already?

Let us know your thoughts on the penguins in the comments below.

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1394 days ago

Start the school year strong!

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

The new school year is upon us! Though we can’t predict what 2021 will bring, we can set our children up for success, and help them start the school year strong.

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1399 days ago

NZ's friendliest regions and towns

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, … View more
Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, Paihia and Twizel.
We'd be really keen to hear your thoughts on this based on your own travels around New Zealand. Do you think Canterbury is NZ's most welcoming region? And are these our most welcoming towns?
Where in NZ have you been made to feel particularly welcome on your travels?
As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it to be included in an article. Cheers.

1395 days ago

💖 Love Where You Live - February 1st to 28th 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, … View more
Love is in the air this month! We’re not just talking about Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about this month’s national campaign.

Our theme for February is all about finding ways to show your home and community a little extra love and care. Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, collaborating on a mural, putting together a working bee, or installing a communal pātaka or library - there are countless ways to make our neighbourhoods more beautiful and enjoyable for everyone.

Share your tips, projects, photos and experiences with us by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us at:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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February 2021 National Campaign.pdf Download View

1395 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Addictive Eaters Anonymous On Air

Addictive Eaters Anonymous on Air is a 25 minute show which features a member of Addictive Eaters Anonymous sharing about their addictive eating and recovery from the compulsion and obsession with food. This will include what their life was like when they were … View more
Addictive Eaters Anonymous On Air

Addictive Eaters Anonymous on Air is a 25 minute show which features a member of Addictive Eaters Anonymous sharing about their addictive eating and recovery from the compulsion and obsession with food. This will include what their life was like when they were caught in addiction, how finding sobriety in Addictive Eaters Anonymous changed their lives, and what their lives are like now.

Our show airs at 12 noon on the 4th Monday of each month.

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1398 days ago

Poll: Do you wash chicken before cooking?

New Zealand Food Safety

Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any … View more
Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any pink meat in the centre.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety.
Find out more

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Do you wash chicken before cooking?
  • 36% Yes I thought washing cleans it
    36% Complete
  • 64% No Chicken shouldn’t be washed
    64% Complete
125 votes
1398 days ago

Volunteers needed

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are still on the look out for 14 people to join our fab team of volunteers . If you love meeting new people, are community minded and have the time to help than get in contact . For more information email manager.cabchch@gmail.com .

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1402 days ago

Replacement of 2 piles

Patsy from Avonhead

Hi all - just wondering of anyone can recommend someone to replace 2 piles under our character house. My husband currently unable to do job as recently has had bowel surgery. This is effecting being able to obtain insurance so need to have sorted soon.
Thanks :)

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1399 days ago

Garage Sale - Saturday 30 January

Leslie from Redwood

62 Regency Crescent
8am - 12pm
Household items, China, books, sports gear

1402 days ago

What are your plans for back-to-back days above 30 degrees?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Monday Christchurch,

It's set to be a scorcher of a week in The Garden City.

MetService's seven-day forecast says Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to hit highs of 35 and 32 degrees respectively – well over January's average maximum temperature of 23 degrees.

A high of … View more
Happy Monday Christchurch,

It's set to be a scorcher of a week in The Garden City.

MetService's seven-day forecast says Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to hit highs of 35 and 32 degrees respectively – well over January's average maximum temperature of 23 degrees.

A high of 28 degrees is forecast for Monday (today).

How will you make the most of (or avoid) the heat this week?

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1401 days ago

Is your shed the best in New Zealand?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

There's still time to enter The Resene Shed of the Year 2021. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.

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1405 days ago

Poll: Will you check out the multi-million dollar global sailing event coming to Lyttelton, Christchurch?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Christchurch has beaten other New Zealand cities to host a major international sailing event showcasing the region to a global broadcast audience.

The New Zealand grand prix event will be held on Lyttelton Harbour next January as part of SailGP’s second season. The SailGP league involves teams … View more
Christchurch has beaten other New Zealand cities to host a major international sailing event showcasing the region to a global broadcast audience.

The New Zealand grand prix event will be held on Lyttelton Harbour next January as part of SailGP’s second season. The SailGP league involves teams racing identical hydrofoiling catamarans at speeds of up to 50 knots (100kmh).

Olympic and world champions Peter Burling and Blair Tuke will head New Zealand’s first entry in the event. Also competing will be Sir Ben Ainslie, skippering the British boat, and Australian Jimmy Spithill piloting for the United States.

Will you be watching?

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Will you check out the multi-million dollar global sailing event coming to Lyttelton, Christchurch?
  • 57.8% Yes
    57.8% Complete
  • 33.1% No
    33.1% Complete
  • 9.1% I'm undecided
    9.1% Complete
528 votes
1402 days ago

Free legal clinic - Immigration - this Thursday at Hornby community Centre

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Citizens advice bureau is starting a new clinic – First one this January – 28th from 6.15pm at Hornby Community Centre
.This clinic is run by a specialist immigration lawyer who is experienced in Immigration law.
If you have an immigration issue which you need legal help to solve, then our … View more
Citizens advice bureau is starting a new clinic – First one this January – 28th from 6.15pm at Hornby Community Centre
.This clinic is run by a specialist immigration lawyer who is experienced in Immigration law.
If you have an immigration issue which you need legal help to solve, then our clinic could be a great starting point. Our lawyer will listen to the issue, let you know whether you have a legal case and give you information to get you started. To book your place phone our West Branch 03 349 5236.

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