Merivale, Christchurch

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1139 days ago

STRAWBERRIES FOR LIFE

Mark from St Albans

Selection of strawberry plants, prices begin at $10 for plant in basic pot
$25 for a plant in an old-style kettle
$45 for a … View more
Selection of strawberry plants, prices begin at $10 for plant in basic pot
$25 for a plant in an old-style kettle
$45 for a self-watering self-contained strawberry patch
All plants come with 500 ml of liquid fertilizer concentrate.

Price: $10

1139 days ago

Happy National Gardening Week! πŸ‘©β€πŸŒΎπŸ…

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This year Kiwis are being encouraged to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

Backyard and communal edible gardens not only provide healthy, sustainable and tasty kai, they also create greater food resiliency within our … View more
This year Kiwis are being encouraged to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

Backyard and communal edible gardens not only provide healthy, sustainable and tasty kai, they also create greater food resiliency within our hapori.

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1140 days ago

Halloween has arrived at Red Cross Manchester Street

The Team from Red Cross Store Manchester St

Come in and see us at 334 Manchester Street we have some great Halloween products πŸŽƒπŸ‘»πŸ’€πŸŽƒπŸ‘»πŸ’€

1140 days ago

How important is sustainability to you?

NowNext

Take the survey and be in to WIN a share of $2,500 worth of prizes - including a luxury escape in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand’s food and wine country – where a sustainable weekend away tastes absolutely delicious!

Plus, each entry will also go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $100 gift vouchersView more
Take the survey and be in to WIN a share of $2,500 worth of prizes - including a luxury escape in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand’s food and wine country – where a sustainable weekend away tastes absolutely delicious!

Plus, each entry will also go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $100 gift vouchers from the Restaurant Association of New Zealand.
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1140 days ago

Looking for a job?

Competenz

Looking for a job and keen to get qualified? Our job board has new opportunities being listed regularly across our 37 sectors!

And good news, we have an exciting new function available – our CV builder. Now, anyone looking for an apprenticeship or job opportunity through Competenz can use our … View more
Looking for a job and keen to get qualified? Our job board has new opportunities being listed regularly across our 37 sectors!

And good news, we have an exciting new function available – our CV builder. Now, anyone looking for an apprenticeship or job opportunity through Competenz can use our CV Builder tool to create a professional CV with the right information to get the attention of employers.

Check out our CV builder here. Or keep an eye on our Job Board for new opportunities!
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1140 days ago

Solid recycled timber planters

Bruce from Edgeware

430x430x270 in depth or can make one to suit your needs

Price: $150

1141 days ago

Grow an extra row

Yates

While some Kiwis are enjoying home grown vegies, many are going without vegetables altogether.

This National Gardening Week we’re encouraging gardeners to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

To help get your … View more
While some Kiwis are enjoying home grown vegies, many are going without vegetables altogether.

This National Gardening Week we’re encouraging gardeners to grow-an-extra-row to share with neighbours, community pantries, food banks and other local food donation agencies.

To help get your extra row underway Yates is lending a helping hand.

Just register online HERE between 1st and 25th October to receive a FREE packet of Yates Vegie Seeds.

Once you’ve grown your vegies to share (or if you have spare now) please visit HERE to find a list of the organisations that would welcome your donation of fresh homegrown vegies.
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1141 days ago

Why should I update my will?​

Public Trust

Just like times change, so should your will – soΒ it’s important to keep it up to date. ​
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You’ve built a life around the things and peopleΒ that matter most. An up-to-date will is the bestΒ way to protect your legacy and share it with theΒ people you love. ​
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If you last made… View more
Just like times change, so should your will – soΒ it’s important to keep it up to date. ​
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You’ve built a life around the things and peopleΒ that matter most. An up-to-date will is the bestΒ way to protect your legacy and share it with theΒ people you love. ​
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If you last made a will back in the days ofΒ cassette tapes and telethons, it may be time for anΒ update. ​
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1141 days ago

Vanity basin for sale

Tanja from Richmond

Caroma Garnet Vanity Basin - new

Price: $30

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1142 days ago

Jars

Nikki from Bryndwr

Random assortment of jars. Free to whoever wants them.

Free

1142 days ago

Kickstart your vegie patch

Yates

Join this supportive & fun online community, for local help to successfully grow your own vegies.

Yates are growing an online community of gardeners, and it’s free to join! Whether you’re just getting started, or an old hand – we can all do with help & support on the journey of … View more
Join this supportive & fun online community, for local help to successfully grow your own vegies.

Yates are growing an online community of gardeners, and it’s free to join! Whether you’re just getting started, or an old hand – we can all do with help & support on the journey of growing our own food.

Yates expert Sarah O’Neil will be on hand to help with problems too. Plus there are over $4000 worth of prizes up for grabs!
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1146 days ago

Things for people to think about

Vicki from Papanui

Hi folks I'm not passing judgement and saying whether I agree or disagree with this but thought I should share this.

It has been launched tonight by Phil Mauger who is going to be running for Mayor. To ring fence the South Island temporarily.

If you agree sign if not that's ok. … View more
Hi folks I'm not passing judgement and saying whether I agree or disagree with this but thought I should share this.

It has been launched tonight by Phil Mauger who is going to be running for Mayor. To ring fence the South Island temporarily.

If you agree sign if not that's ok. Everyone is entitled to their opinions but not hatred to those who agree or disagree. Dont shoot me the messenger lol.

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1143 days ago

Mind games

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

This matching pairs memory game painted in Resene colours is great for brain-training, fun to paint and play and would make a fabulous gift.

Find out how to create your own.

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1143 days ago

Christchurch Heritage Festival 2021

Christchurch City Council

Heritage Festival is running 9-25 October. Enjoy over 2 weeks of walks, open days, exhibitions, performances and more!

This year’s theme is People and Place – our stories revealed. It is an opportunity to share stories that reflect the relationship of our communities to places here in the … View more
Heritage Festival is running 9-25 October. Enjoy over 2 weeks of walks, open days, exhibitions, performances and more!

This year’s theme is People and Place – our stories revealed. It is an opportunity to share stories that reflect the relationship of our communities to places here in the Ōtautahi-Christchurch District or the wider Canterbury region.

Discover the exciting events happening near you!
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1143 days ago

The Impacts of Climate Change on Insurance costs

Climate Insights

Our homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.

Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to β€œexpect climate risks to raise global … View more
Our homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.

Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to β€œexpect climate risks to raise global property premiums by 33-41% between 2020 and 2040”. The potential increase was deemed a direct consequence of our changing climate.

Our Climate Insights property report provides easily understood information on change to risks for your current or a future property. The report includes robust and actionable information for residential property owners, tenants and investors to enhance their property’s climate resilience.
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