Northcote, Christchurch

1352 days ago

Canterbury and Westland to be pelted with heavy downpours, surface flooding possible

Neighbourly.co.nz

Otira and Canterbury Lakes residents should expect rainfall rates of between 15-25mm/h today through until early Wednesday morning.

In a statement issued Tuesday morning, MetService warned that the severe downpours would make driving in the areas hazardous, with rising rivers and surface … View more
Otira and Canterbury Lakes residents should expect rainfall rates of between 15-25mm/h today through until early Wednesday morning.

In a statement issued Tuesday morning, MetService warned that the severe downpours would make driving in the areas hazardous, with rising rivers and surface flooding possible.

What you need to know:

For Otira residents
- Expect 150 to 250mm to fall.
- Thunderstorms are likely.
- Freezing level at 2400m dropping to 1400m on Tuesday night.

For residents near Canterbury Lakes
- Expect 90 to 140mm of rain to fall, with higher rates expected near the main divide.
- Thunderstorms are likely.
- Freezing level about 2400 metres this morning, lowering to 1600 metres tonight (Tuesday).

To keep up to date with the latest weather warnings, please visit MetService's National Severe Weather Information Homepage.

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1353 days ago

Grooves up or down? Decking debate settled

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

The great kiwi deck, every home should have one. But there's a decking debate raging in DIY and Reno circles: Should the grooves go up or down?
We think we've settled the argument here.

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1356 days ago

Christchurch residents restricted to watering gardens on alternate days

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council has imposed water restrictions to ensure there is enough water for firefighting, after residents used an average of 400 litres each on Wednesday.

Under level one restrictions, residents at odd-numbered addresses can use their hoses, sprinklers, and garden irrigation … View more
The Christchurch City Council has imposed water restrictions to ensure there is enough water for firefighting, after residents used an average of 400 litres each on Wednesday.

Under level one restrictions, residents at odd-numbered addresses can use their hoses, sprinklers, and garden irrigation systems before 3pm or after 9pm on odd dates, with residents at even-numbered addresses doing so on even dates.

“Watering gardens and lawns using irrigation systems, hoses and sprinklers is the real challenge - washing the car using a bucket, using a watering can in the garden, or filling a small paddling pool, on any day, is fine under level one restrictions," head of three waters Helen Beaumont says.

Level two water restrictions were introduced last month in Akaroa, Duvauchelle and Takamatua on Banks Peninsula, as the streams that supply drinking water to those towns had been especially low.

Read more here.

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1358 days ago

Terminally-ill social housing resident fears council will destroy her 'eco-refuge'

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Lynda McKenzie has spent 16 years creating an “eco-sanctuary” at her Christchurch social housing complex.

But now she is devastated that the council could destroy her refuge – and says she is happy she won’t be around to see it chopped back.

McKenzie, who is terminally ill, has planted … View more
Lynda McKenzie has spent 16 years creating an “eco-sanctuary” at her Christchurch social housing complex.

But now she is devastated that the council could destroy her refuge – and says she is happy she won’t be around to see it chopped back.

McKenzie, who is terminally ill, has planted numerous trees around the 24-unit St Albans complex over the years, and residents now regularly see fantails, bellbirds and wood pigeons in their garden.

But last week, the property’s 24 tenants received a letter from Christchurch City Council telling them it was starting work imminently to remove some trees and heavily prune others.

What do you think should happen to McKenzie's "eco-sanctuary"?

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1356 days ago

Christchurch's dog-friendly hospitality spots, do you know of any?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

It’s a dog’s life, now more than ever.

There are at least 15 cafes or restaurants in Christchurch where your dog can dine too.

The number has continued to rise as new, progressive venues open with a pet-friendly approach.

Click the 'Read More' button to see our … View more
Hey neighbours,

It’s a dog’s life, now more than ever.

There are at least 15 cafes or restaurants in Christchurch where your dog can dine too.

The number has continued to rise as new, progressive venues open with a pet-friendly approach.

Click the 'Read More' button to see our list, and please comment below if you know of a dog-friendly place we haven't included.

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1353 days ago

Come visit and nurture a conversation

Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help … View more
Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help nurture those conversations, we invite you to our Care Centre Open Days at your local Ryman village. A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village communities and the exceptional care we provide. Care options include the extra support of a serviced apartment, resthome, hospital and specialist dementia care.
Find out more

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1353 days ago

Securing your property, vehicles and most importantly dogs!

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

Elusion has noticed an increase over Christmas and the New Year of puppy nappings, break ins, prowlers and cars going missing, or packages being stolen from the driveway.

It has especially broken our heart seeing a young pup going missing from a dairy but with great community spirit, security … View more
Elusion has noticed an increase over Christmas and the New Year of puppy nappings, break ins, prowlers and cars going missing, or packages being stolen from the driveway.

It has especially broken our heart seeing a young pup going missing from a dairy but with great community spirit, security footage of offender and the power of social media we see he is now at home in his rightful place.

More and more we have seen great footage of offenders shared online and also warnings to others.

Its is good reminder to everyone to always lock doors and windows, have good security lighting around your whole house, get to know your neighbors and contemplate security cameras.

While security cameras can be a slightly expensive option we can't recommend it enough if you have puppies, or tools stored in vehicles, or lots of packages coming and going like we do. We love having the added security of our whole business and property monitored even while we put our feet up for a weeks camping in Hanmer springs recently.


Feel free to contact us to talk about security cameras, outside lighting or any other electrical needs.

Gold card and CDHB discounts apply
Call Patrick on 021 525 123
Elusionelectrical@gmail.com
Www.elusionelectrical.co.nz

1354 days ago

Lounge Suite Protection

Robert from Easy Clean Glass Solutions

Hi Neighbours

We are running a Neighbourly special this week to clear out some of our old stock. For this week only we are offering lounge suite protection for just $99. Our state of the art nanocoating can protect your lounge suite fabric from spills and stains for up to 2 years. It is also … View more
Hi Neighbours

We are running a Neighbourly special this week to clear out some of our old stock. For this week only we are offering lounge suite protection for just $99. Our state of the art nanocoating can protect your lounge suite fabric from spills and stains for up to 2 years. It is also waterbased and non-toxic. Due to limited stock it is first come first served at this price. Phone us on 0800 3925326 or visit www.easycleanglass.co.nz...

1354 days ago

Shop Local with Raeward Fresh!

Raeward Fresh

Your 100% Locally Owned and Operated Raeward Fresh is proud to be supplying you with only the freshest produce and best quality meat plus a unique range of local products.

We pride ourselves on being “Your Fresh Food People”.

Thank you for supporting local - we look forward to seeing you… View more
Your 100% Locally Owned and Operated Raeward Fresh is proud to be supplying you with only the freshest produce and best quality meat plus a unique range of local products.

We pride ourselves on being “Your Fresh Food People”.

Thank you for supporting local - we look forward to seeing you in store soon!
Find out more

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1356 days ago

Trainer wheels for child's bike

Liz from Harewood

Hi if anyone has a pair of children's bicycle trainer wheels lying around would be most grateful would pay for them thanks Liz

1355 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Worldwide Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For January it is 9.00 am on Sunday 17th (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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1355 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.

If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.

Happy decorating!
Sign up now

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1355 days ago

Smiths City BYOD Sorted

Smiths City

Dreaming of the kids being back at school? Start planning for it today. Find out more

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1357 days ago

wanted to rent 3broom

Sandra from Northcote

house or flat has to b 3 room for 2 adults' 1 working 2 chrildren who are only there every 2nd wkend and well trained cats garage would be good
papanui redwood bish belfast or as far over as hornby can pay round $400 A WK good tenents only moving cause house being sold good refs
thank u … View more
house or flat has to b 3 room for 2 adults' 1 working 2 chrildren who are only there every 2nd wkend and well trained cats garage would be good
papanui redwood bish belfast or as far over as hornby can pay round $400 A WK good tenents only moving cause house being sold good refs
thank u for reading sandy

1356 days ago

How to create your own blackboard city

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. … View more
Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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