Merivale, Christchurch

Has your garden blessed you with a surplus this year?

Has your garden blessed you with a surplus this year?

What are you doing with your extra greens? Share your secrets in dealing with the 'Great Veggie Glut'!

3258 days ago

Are you prepared for the wild weather?

Red Cross - North Canterbury Service Centre

With the wild weather hitting many parts of New Zealand today, it’s important to be prepared for widespread flooding, heavy rain, slips, and wind damage. You can be prepared by ensuring your emergency kits are fully-stocked and you’ve got plenty of water.

* Find out which items to put in … View more
With the wild weather hitting many parts of New Zealand today, it’s important to be prepared for widespread flooding, heavy rain, slips, and wind damage. You can be prepared by ensuring your emergency kits are fully-stocked and you’ve got plenty of water.

* Find out which items to put in your emergency kit
* Keep an eye on MetService weather updates for more information. Remember to check in on your neighbours to make sure they’re OK. Stay safe on the roads, and consider altering your Easter travel plans.

With hundreds of Bay of Plenty residents already hit hard with severe flooding, we’ve launched an appeal to help. Many families will never be able to return to their homes. 100% of donations will go to those in need, please donate now.

Stay safe!
The team at New Zealand Red Cross

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3258 days ago

Treat your tummy to a Beetroot and Feta Tart!

FreshChoice New Zealand

Before the Easter weekend chocolate blitz, be kind to your bodies with this quick and tasty Beetroot and Feta Tart, perfect for work and school lunches! The sweet taste of beetroot relish combined with the richness of goats cheese and peppery rocket give this tart a perfect combination of flavours.… View moreBefore the Easter weekend chocolate blitz, be kind to your bodies with this quick and tasty Beetroot and Feta Tart, perfect for work and school lunches! The sweet taste of beetroot relish combined with the richness of goats cheese and peppery rocket give this tart a perfect combination of flavours.

Want more recipes from us? Join your local foodies group!
Check out the recipe!

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3258 days ago

Third Playhouse Challenge Entrant

Charlotte Evers from Playhouse Challenge

We're excited to announce that our third entrant for this year's Playhouse Challenge is ... Irving Builders!

Owner Lance Irving says, "We can't wait to bring our design to this year's competition. We're recognised for creating high end builds that are at the cutting… View more
We're excited to announce that our third entrant for this year's Playhouse Challenge is ... Irving Builders!

Owner Lance Irving says, "We can't wait to bring our design to this year's competition. We're recognised for creating high end builds that are at the cutting edge of modern trends. Our playhouse is exactly along the same lines."

You can find out more about Irving Builders and the team at
irvingbuilders.co.nz...

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3259 days ago

Community Newsletter - 7 April 2017

Shirish Paranjape from

Please find attached the latest issue of Community Newsletter.
If you have any items for suggested inclusion, please let us know.

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3259 days ago

What can your region expect from Cyclone Cook?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand is once again preparing for it's second cyclone in as many weeks. Please ensure you and your neighbours are prepared by becoming familiar with the following resources:
• Get live weather updates from the team at Stuff.co.nz
• Take a look at at what your region can expect … View more
New Zealand is once again preparing for it's second cyclone in as many weeks. Please ensure you and your neighbours are prepared by becoming familiar with the following resources:
• Get live weather updates from the team at Stuff.co.nz
• Take a look at at what your region can expect from Cyclone Cook here: www.stuff.co.nz...
• Sign up to send and receive text and email updates for emergency situations. Find out more about Neighbourly Urgent Alerts.
• To spread the word and notify others of what's happening around your neighbourhood contact your local reporter to share details and/or photos

3259 days ago

Don't forget - changes to kerbside collection dates for Good Friday

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

This only applies if your kerbside collection normally falls on a Friday. There will be no changes to collection dates on Easter Monday.

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3259 days ago

$140 of upfront savings

Genesis Energy

Switch.Save.Easy - At Genesis Energy we make it easy for you to switch your bottled gas supply to us, with $140 of upfront savings and up to 12% off your bill each month on our LPG Bottled Gas Smart Plan. As a new customer, with our current offer, you'll get 1 free 45kg bottle of gas and 3 … View moreSwitch.Save.Easy - At Genesis Energy we make it easy for you to switch your bottled gas supply to us, with $140 of upfront savings and up to 12% off your bill each month on our LPG Bottled Gas Smart Plan. As a new customer, with our current offer, you'll get 1 free 45kg bottle of gas and 3 months free bottle rental on a flexible plan with no term. Offer ends 31 July 2017. Terms and conditions apply. Sign up now

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3259 days ago
3260 days ago

Last chance to save 25%

Resene

Don't miss your chance to save 25% off* Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! You only have a few more days; offer ends 18 April 2017. Learn more now.

Wishing you a happy and safe Easter from your local Resene team.
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Don't miss your chance to save 25% off* Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! You only have a few more days; offer ends 18 April 2017. Learn more now.

Wishing you a happy and safe Easter from your local Resene team.
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* Discount off the normal retail price Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers.
Find out more

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3260 days ago

Indoor Spaces

Victoria from Canterbury Builders Ltd

With indoor weather fast approaching its a good time to get your indoor spaces sorted to enjoy those longer winter evenings. Welcome winter head on:

- install a new fire
- double glaze larger chilly windows
- insulate high use areas
- add cover to your front entrance so you don't get … View more
With indoor weather fast approaching its a good time to get your indoor spaces sorted to enjoy those longer winter evenings. Welcome winter head on:

- install a new fire
- double glaze larger chilly windows
- insulate high use areas
- add cover to your front entrance so you don't get drenched fumbling for keys
- update floor coverings to lush thick carpet
- add storage for winter coats, umbrellas and winter toys
- subscribe to Netflix and hibernate until spring

3260 days ago

Easter Weekend is Coming!

Harcourts Holmwood Merivale - Cindy-Lee Sinclair

Are you thinking about selling your home? Or just ready for a fresh look? Here are some tips you can get done over the upcoming long weekend to get your home looking spic-an-span!

Entrance, entrance, entrance!
First impressions count. Make sure that as soon as you walk in the front door the … View more
Are you thinking about selling your home? Or just ready for a fresh look? Here are some tips you can get done over the upcoming long weekend to get your home looking spic-an-span!

Entrance, entrance, entrance!
First impressions count. Make sure that as soon as you walk in the front door the space is clean, clear and light! A feature painting or fresh flowers give off a great effect.

Clean your house, start one room at a time and get rid of any items that you no longer need/use. If you’re thinking of selling getting rid of old junk will also make the moving process a whole lot easier.

Hide away any leftover clutter from each room or consider putting unused items in storage. Reducing home clutter saves you time, energy, and makes your life less stressful! Everyone has their ideal level of simplicity — what matters most is keeping what’s essential to you, and getting rid of the rest.

• Go further than a standard clean up. Polish up skirting boards, window sills, walls, and get rid of any stains in the carpet (you can hire a rug doctor from the supermarket).
• Ensure your home is odour free- scented candles have a lasting effect and can rid the home of cooking and pet odours.
• Get new light bulbs (especially bright LED lights for the kitchen), Light rooms can make all the difference.
• Hide away electrical cables, distracting clutter can take away from positive qualities.

3261 days ago

Are you an Easter Instant winner?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've given 30 (!) Neighbourly winners a little Easter treat. If your name's on the list below then your Easter is going to be a little sweeter. You've won a $20 voucher for your local The Warehouse so you can head down to grab yourself your favourite Easter chocolate treats. You … View moreWe've given 30 (!) Neighbourly winners a little Easter treat. If your name's on the list below then your Easter is going to be a little sweeter. You've won a $20 voucher for your local The Warehouse so you can head down to grab yourself your favourite Easter chocolate treats. You might even treat your favourite neighbour to something delicious.

Congratulations to:
Philip Taramai - Lower Hutt
Mere Wetere - Nelson
Ann Mackay - Oamaru
Terry Green - Porirua
Andrew Douglas - Invercargill
Priya Patel - Wellington
Lynne Street - Rotorua
Vijen Reddy - Hamilton
Rob Voss - Whangaparaoa
Dianna Cork - Mount Maunganui
Joanna Fleet - Otaki
Catriona Greig - Porirua
Donald Fowler - Nelson
Liz Claridge - Whangamata
Billy Boston - Christchurch
Elizabeth Mark - Waikanae
Brett Lovegrove - Christchurch
John Dowling - Auckland
Tracy Morton - Raglan
Jacqueline Ross from Blenheim
Ntombi Mupariwa - Paraparaumu
Florentina McInnes - Napier
Morag Hughson - Tauranga
Marjo Plessius - Putaruru
Beverley Broad - Christchurch
Mahendra Patel - Hamilton
Leonie Hona - Whangarei
Mandy Clark - North Auckland
Sean McNulty - Kerikeri
Sue Scott - Gisborne

To claim your prize just get in touch with the Neighbourly team before 12pm Thursday 13 April to claim their prize. If you spot a familiar name from your neighbourhood, be sure to give them the good news!

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3261 days ago

FreshChoice store hours this Easter weekend!

FreshChoice Merivale

It’s Easter this weekend! Check out our Easter opening hours and make sure you stock up on goodies before your trip away or relaxing weekend in.

Merivale Supermarket:

Good Friday 14th April CLOSED
Saturday 15th April 7am – 9pm
Easter Sunday 16th April CLOSED
Easter Monday 17th April … View more
It’s Easter this weekend! Check out our Easter opening hours and make sure you stock up on goodies before your trip away or relaxing weekend in.

Merivale Supermarket:

Good Friday 14th April CLOSED
Saturday 15th April 7am – 9pm
Easter Sunday 16th April CLOSED
Easter Monday 17th April 7am – 9pm
Find your local store

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3261 days ago

Are you planning on doing any DIY over Easter?

ACC New Zealand

Don’t wobble your way through your home DIY jobs this weekend. Take a couple of minutes to plan your work with these three key ladder tips:
1) Secure your ladder so that it’s stable and doesn’t wobble
2) Maintain three points of contact and
3) Take care not to over-reach!
We hope all … View more
Don’t wobble your way through your home DIY jobs this weekend. Take a couple of minutes to plan your work with these three key ladder tips:
1) Secure your ladder so that it’s stable and doesn’t wobble
2) Maintain three points of contact and
3) Take care not to over-reach!
We hope all your home DIY projects over the long weekend go well.
See more DIY tips

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