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1505 days ago

What are the best home features for people who aren't fully abled?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from… View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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1508 days ago

Dear Neighbourly

Matthew from

Buy Courgette now!, 😋
🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒🥒
🥒Fresh Courgettes $17.88kg
🍠Orange kumara $3.88kg
😆Fresh Ginger $5.69 kg
🥦Broccoli 98c each
Lots more deals in store. Come on in and see the friendly team at Leacroft St Bishopdale
Where fresh produce tastes best!

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1505 days ago

Floor/wall tiles

Jan from Harewood

Brand new (over ordered) 450 x 450 x 15 - approximately 4 square metres.Welcome to view Harewood
Must pick up

Price: $120

1505 days ago

Canterbury, who's your Local Hero?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Know a local hero in Canterbury?

The countdown is on. You’ve got 12 days to nominate an everyday hero doing extraordinary things in your community! Don’t let their mahi go unnoticed – share them below and nominate now.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1506 days ago

COMPETITION: A Dad Like No Other

WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best… View more
WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best friend, hero, a voice of reason, rib-tickler. Share what you love most about your dad with New Zealand and be in to WIN! Get in quick – entries close on the 30th August. T&C's Apply.
Enter here!

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1514 days ago

Ethos wood burners?

Ian from Papanui

Has any had experience with this brand of fire? They appear to be the only model that doesn’t cancel itself by dragging cold combustion air into the house....???

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1506 days ago

Bacon Fundraiser!!!

Natasha from St Albans

That time of year again where my boys are fundraising for a tournament. Due to the events this year it’s a local tournament. We are still fundraising for entry and uniform as a lot of us have had an up and down year.

Its Awesome bacon.

If your interested then let me know. Thanks in Advance.

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1507 days ago

Ever thought about becoming a park ranger?

Jake Kenny Reporter from The Press

Hey neighbours,

Park ranger skills are being offered to jobseekers in an extended conservation course in Canterbury.

Ranger positions at Aoraki/Mt Cook and Queenstown have already been filled from the course, among others.

What are your thoughts on these kinds of courses? Reply below!

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1507 days ago

NEW Showhomes opening soon in Rolleston!

Peter Ray Homes Limited

Since 1990 Peter Ray Homes has proudly helped over 2000 families achieve their dream of Designing and Building their new home.

We are passionate about Designing and Building quality homes that are unique to each owner, to suit their taste, lifestyle and budget.

With a reputation as the … View more
Since 1990 Peter Ray Homes has proudly helped over 2000 families achieve their dream of Designing and Building their new home.

We are passionate about Designing and Building quality homes that are unique to each owner, to suit their taste, lifestyle and budget.

With a reputation as the trusted name in Canterbury building, we value the referrals and repeat business from our clients as it tells us we are not only building great homes, but great relationships.

There are many new builders starting up, but with over 30 years of knowledge and proven experience in Design and Construction Peter Ray Homes are still the obvious choice for new home Builds.
Find out more

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1507 days ago

The NZ election is delayed until October 17

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an … View more
Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an outbreak of Covid-19 in the community, leading to a halt in most political campaigning.

To read more about the new election date, click here.

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1511 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Traffic at the intersection of High, Lichfield and Manchester streets
circa 1962.

The Majestic Theatre is on the right and the Canterbury Building Society building in the centre, on the corner of High and Manchester streets.

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1509 days ago

Wai-mana Chapel - Garden of Memories Opens

Manager from Lamb & Hayward

Lamb & Hayward have created the Garden of Memories at Wai-mana Chapel, Rangiora. A respectful and restful place. Creating an ash interment that honours your loved one.
Read more….

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1509 days ago

Small FARFISA ORGAN (good working order)

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

This is a very nice little organ ideal for the home enthusiast or a child who wants to learn.It is in very good working order.
The front panel is fabric and in reasonable condition for its age.
The only reason it is being sold is moving from a 4 bed home to a 2 bed and the lack of space means I… View more
This is a very nice little organ ideal for the home enthusiast or a child who wants to learn.It is in very good working order.
The front panel is fabric and in reasonable condition for its age.
The only reason it is being sold is moving from a 4 bed home to a 2 bed and the lack of space means I have to sell my little organ. Pick up is from a smoke free Northwood home.

Price: $40

1514 days ago

Bin stickers

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Want a sticker to pop on the lids of your three bins so you can double check what goes in each?

Head down to any of our libraries or service centres and our friendly team will be able to give you a set!

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1509 days ago

Immigration (Immigration NZ) + "Visitor Care Manaaki Manuhiri" programme (Red Cross)

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Although we are currently at Level 2 we are still running our Immigration seminar with of course social distancing measures in place . We are also live streaming the event .
If you wish to come in person it will take place from 7 - 8:30pm on Monday 17 August 2020
at Baylis Lounge, Lincoln Event … View more
Although we are currently at Level 2 we are still running our Immigration seminar with of course social distancing measures in place . We are also live streaming the event .
If you wish to come in person it will take place from 7 - 8:30pm on Monday 17 August 2020
at Baylis Lounge, Lincoln Event Centre, 15 Meijer Drive, Lincoln. People wanting to attend the webinar MUST register for the webinar link by emailing migrant.cabchch@gmail.com or Amy.Penketh@selwyn.govt.nz
If Canterbury moves up Alert Levels over the weekend, the session will be live streamed only (attendees must register in order to receive the webinar link).

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