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'!

3262 days ago

Firewood kindling for sale

Gus from St Albans

We have large bags of rimu offcut kindling $5 each this weekend only pick up st albans

3263 days ago

Heading into town this weekend?

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

The Crossing Car Park building is currently closed until next Wednesday (12 April). Good news though, plenty of parking is available in the Hereford car park building, as well as the West End car park building, entrance off Cashel St. You can plan your trip here: www.ccc.govt.nz...

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3263 days ago

The Migrant Times, Issue 20, April 5 - April 18, 2017

Kevin Park from Canterbury Migrants Centre

Happy reading.

* Interview: 2017 will be a landmark in regenerating Christchurch: Albert Brantley, Chief Executive of Otakaro, and a migrant himself : goo.gl...
* Stop the sexual abuse: MSSAT completes 20 years goo.gl...

* A true champion: Memea Bubsy Eleitino Ma'aelopa-Siania
* … View more
Happy reading.

* Interview: 2017 will be a landmark in regenerating Christchurch: Albert Brantley, Chief Executive of Otakaro, and a migrant himself : goo.gl...
* Stop the sexual abuse: MSSAT completes 20 years goo.gl...

* A true champion: Memea Bubsy Eleitino Ma'aelopa-Siania
* 'We are concerned about the report published in The Press: George Clark, Manager, Canterbury Migrants Centre
* Regenerate Christchurch: Community puts ideas forward
* Discussion: Eighth Annual Regional Refugee Forum
* Profile: Restorative Justice Services Otautahi Christchurch - provide opportunities for reconciliation for victims of crime, offenders and the community
* Profile: Prisoners Aid (PARS) - reducing reoffending through community support
* National Family Violence Summit in June
* New Ministry for Vulnerable Children, Oranga Tamariki launched
* Excellence: Migrants among the best bus drivers in New Zealand
* Increased pressure on staff to change grades: Tertiary Education Union
Support for multicultural community: Cultural Connections
* Dunedin Fridge Festival: The City introduced to Indian classical dances
* Festival: After this year's success, Lyttleton Summerfest may become an annual tradition
* Anti-racism: NZ's first Anti Racism campaign reaches more than 2 million people
* Culture: Islamic art display starts in Christchurch - - aims to educate the community about the Muslim culture
* Community group: ISCC completes 20 years of existence
* Women: Awareness is needed to tackle domestic violence in the South Asian community in Christchurch - Sahaayta
* Property: Help for the Indian community in buying the first home
* Music and dance: A Bollywood musical coming to Christchurch in April
* Muhammad Yunus – the Nobel Peace Prize winner from Bangladesh, coming to Christchurch on April 9
* Grateful: Christchurch says thank you to the rebuild workers
* A Kiwi's trip of a lifetime: To The Gambia in West Africa; and Dubai, Jordan, Israel and Palestine in the Middle East; via London
* Community radio: Faka’amanaki - Tongan radio programme
* Stop education trafficking: The man on a mission - Philippine Ambassador to New Zealand Jesus S. Domingo

3264 days ago

Fancy a game of footy this weekend? You may want to rethink your plans.

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Although the rain has cleared the fields remain very soggy.

“The risk of significant damage impacting the entire season from one weekend of use is too great so we’ve made the decision to close the fields," - Christchurch City Council Head of Parks Andrew Rutledge.

Read more at … View more
Although the rain has cleared the fields remain very soggy.

“The risk of significant damage impacting the entire season from one weekend of use is too great so we’ve made the decision to close the fields," - Christchurch City Council Head of Parks Andrew Rutledge.

Read more at NEWSLINE.

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3264 days ago

You're invited to our FREE New Home Builder's session

The Team from Jennian Homes

Building a new home is exciting - except when you have an 'OH NO' moment. We'd like to invite you to meet your local Jennian Homes team at our FREE upcoming New Home Builders’ Information Session.
Here's a little of what we'll cover off:
• How best to establish … View more
Building a new home is exciting - except when you have an 'OH NO' moment. We'd like to invite you to meet your local Jennian Homes team at our FREE upcoming New Home Builders’ Information Session.
Here's a little of what we'll cover off:
• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money by building an environmentally friendly home
• How to plan a home you've always wanted
As your local team, we'd love to share our construction industry and knowledge to ensure you're well prepared for your home building journey. It's a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have around designing your dream home.

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments; find out more at jennianinfo.com
Book now

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3264 days ago

Accident cnr Riccarton / Main South Road

Andrea from Bryndwr

Did anyone witness an accident about 8.20 pm on Thursday the 6th April. Have one witness and a number plate ELK798, the driver of this car did a runner. Our daughter says another older guy stopped to check on them but didn't leave his details. Anyone with any info please contact Andrea … View moreDid anyone witness an accident about 8.20 pm on Thursday the 6th April. Have one witness and a number plate ELK798, the driver of this car did a runner. Our daughter says another older guy stopped to check on them but didn't leave his details. Anyone with any info please contact Andrea 0211335577 or Stuart 0220331108

3264 days ago

Melbourne cubby houses raise $92,500 for Australian charity Kids Under Cover

Charlotte Evers from Playhouse Challenge

Ali of the TPA team was thrilled to be invited to Melbourne last week to Kids Under Cover's Cubby House Challenge auction. It was a lovely setting in the gardens and the auction was a fast and furious affair.

The winning cubby (playhouse) GLOWB by Playce and Agency of Sculpture fetched an … View more
Ali of the TPA team was thrilled to be invited to Melbourne last week to Kids Under Cover's Cubby House Challenge auction. It was a lovely setting in the gardens and the auction was a fast and furious affair.

The winning cubby (playhouse) GLOWB by Playce and Agency of Sculpture fetched an amazing $26,000! Bidders broke all auction records, with a massive $92,500 raised.

A big thank you to Kids Under Cover for their wonderful hospitality and ongoing support of our first Playhouse Challenge at the upcoming Star Home and Leisure Show. Watch out for the TPA/Birthright Playhouse Challenge designs (soon to be released) They too are amazing!

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3264 days ago

Drivers warned to take extra care as surface flooding hits

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Surface flooding is causing some issues on roads around Christchurch and Banks Peninsula as rain continues to fall.

Riverlaw Tce between Tennyson St and Wilsons Rd has been closed because of flooding while other roads around the Heathcote are being closely monitored.

One lane of Fitzgerald … View more
Surface flooding is causing some issues on roads around Christchurch and Banks Peninsula as rain continues to fall.

Riverlaw Tce between Tennyson St and Wilsons Rd has been closed because of flooding while other roads around the Heathcote are being closely monitored.

One lane of Fitzgerald Ave, north of Kilmore St, has also been closed to traffic because of surface flooding.

On Banks Peninsula the State Highway is close to flooding at Cooptown and Little River.

For more information visit: ccc.govt.nz...

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3264 days ago

100 Years and Counting!

Rhonda Kaire from Chrstichurch Host Lions Club

Lions Clubs are for everyone. No matter whether you are 12 or 100 we have a club for you! With 366 Clubs across the country, it's easy to get involved, meet new people, and do some awesome stuff to help your neighbours and your community.

Why not come check out one our clubs and see what … View more
Lions Clubs are for everyone. No matter whether you are 12 or 100 we have a club for you! With 366 Clubs across the country, it's easy to get involved, meet new people, and do some awesome stuff to help your neighbours and your community.

Why not come check out one our clubs and see what you think, or even better, get a bunch of mates together and start your very own club! We'd love to see you.

Happy Thursday Everyone!

From all of us at Lions.

Check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com...

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3264 days ago

100 Years and Counting!

Rhonda Kaire from Christchurch City Breakfast Lions Club

Lions Clubs are for everyone. No matter whether you are 12 or 100 we have a club for you! With 366 Clubs across the country, it's easy to get involved, meet new people, and do some awesome stuff to help your neighbours and your community.

Why not come check out one our clubs and see what … View more
Lions Clubs are for everyone. No matter whether you are 12 or 100 we have a club for you! With 366 Clubs across the country, it's easy to get involved, meet new people, and do some awesome stuff to help your neighbours and your community.

Why not come check out one our clubs and see what you think, or even better, get a bunch of mates together and start your very own club! We'd love to see you.

Happy Thursday Everyone!

From all of us at Lions.

Check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com...

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3265 days ago

Heading into the Central City?

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

The Crossing car park on Lichfield Street will be closed from today, re-opening on Monday, to allow construction work to be completed and parking technology to be installed. After that it will become a paid car park offering more than 400 short term carparks. Two new parking options have opened up … View moreThe Crossing car park on Lichfield Street will be closed from today, re-opening on Monday, to allow construction work to be completed and parking technology to be installed. After that it will become a paid car park offering more than 400 short term carparks. Two new parking options have opened up this week, the Hereford Carpark, near the corner of Colombo St has about 570 parking spaces, and The West End car park, between Hereford and Cashel Street, accessed via Cashel Street, with about 265 short-term public parking spaces.
Visit Parksmart: www.ccc.govt.nz... for central city parking options.

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3265 days ago

MTF Northlands part of the Golf Sponsorship Day!

Judith and I had a great day last Sunday out at Mclean Island Golf with our friends from FC Twenty11 Football Club. Thanks to Mark and Jackie for making up our team of 4!
It's great being part of the larger community!

3265 days ago

Important info for those affected by Cyclone Debbie

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Cyclone Debbie is causing devastation around the country including serious flooding, landslides, road closures and evacuations. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you're kept up-to-date and best prepared.
• For live updates on how Cyclone Debbie is affecting your community … View more
Cyclone Debbie is causing devastation around the country including serious flooding, landslides, road closures and evacuations. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you're kept up-to-date and best prepared.
• For live updates on how Cyclone Debbie is affecting your community visit the Stuff Live blog.
• To send or receive urgent updates on time-sensitive emergency events in your community, sign up for Neighbourly Urgent Alerts. These are completely free to send and receive, and can be sent as a SMS text message or email.
• If you can support a neighbour in need, please share details of how you help on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Make a post now.
• To spread the word and notify others of what's happening around your neighbourhood contact your local reporter to share details and/or photos
Get live updates

3265 days ago

Annual Plan 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

#cccplan We are looking at ways to make our recreation facilities more accessible. One of the proposals included in our Draft Annual Plan is free swimming lessons for those who find the cost a barrier. This would mean a rates increase of 30 cents per year for the average household.
Do you think … View more
#cccplan We are looking at ways to make our recreation facilities more accessible. One of the proposals included in our Draft Annual Plan is free swimming lessons for those who find the cost a barrier. This would mean a rates increase of 30 cents per year for the average household.
Do you think this is a good idea?

You can make a formal submission here: ccc.govt.nz...

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