Opawa - Saint Martins, Christchurch

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1154 days ago

REDCROSS WOOLSTON

Maree Brogan from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Redcross Woolston are open Mon - Fri 9 - 5. Sat 10-4. Sun 10-3
Come and see us. We’re at 6/683 Ferry Rd right by dominos. We have 50c book sale, $1 & $2 racks of clearance clothing, 50c kids clothes, shoes at $2 and we’ve just got in some gym equipment, good if your wanting to get in shape … View more
Redcross Woolston are open Mon - Fri 9 - 5. Sat 10-4. Sun 10-3
Come and see us. We’re at 6/683 Ferry Rd right by dominos. We have 50c book sale, $1 & $2 racks of clearance clothing, 50c kids clothes, shoes at $2 and we’ve just got in some gym equipment, good if your wanting to get in shape for the coming summer months. Remember your mask& to sign in thanks.

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1157 days ago

Hi Neighbours!

Cherry from Heathcote Valley

We are in Heathcote Valley and thinking of doing a revamp of our slightly dated but functional kitchen! Can anybody recommend a friendly, helpful and knowledgeable kitchen company please? Not going to to be a full rebuild, just an updating. Many thanks for your help-stay safe! Cherry

1155 days ago

Māori Language Week 💚

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

We hope everyone is enjoying Māori Language Week 💚

Today, we thought we'd share two common phrases which you can start to practice and use when talking to your friends, whānau or work colleagues.

Ngā mihi nui | Thanks so much
Kia pai te rā | Have a good day

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1162 days ago

Let's make Christchurch a National Park City

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Press is supporting a campaign for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become recognised as a National Park City. This requires a commitment to protect and enhance nature within our urban area.

Pledge your support for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become a National Park City by signing up to the Universal … View more
The Press is supporting a campaign for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become recognised as a National Park City. This requires a commitment to protect and enhance nature within our urban area.

Pledge your support for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become a National Park City by signing up to the Universal Charter here and share your thoughts on the campaign in the comments below.

The pledge states we will work together for better:

- Lives, health and wellbeing
- Wildlife, trees and flowers
- Places, habitats, air, water, sea and land
- Time outdoors, culture, art, playing, walking, cycling & eating
- Locally-grown food and responsible consumption
- Decisions, sharing, learning and working together
- Relationships with nature and with each other

Click here to read more about this campaign and some of the eco-conscious projects already under way in Christchurch.

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1155 days ago

upcoming CAB seminar via zoom on the topic of "Consumer rights

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are holding a zoom seminar seminar on the topic of "Consumer rights", which will cover issues such as buying a car or boat and online shopping during COVID-19.
The seminar will be from 7 - 8:30pm on Thursday 23 September
Registration is essential as attendance is restricted to 100 … View more
We are holding a zoom seminar seminar on the topic of "Consumer rights", which will cover issues such as buying a car or boat and online shopping during COVID-19.
The seminar will be from 7 - 8:30pm on Thursday 23 September
Registration is essential as attendance is restricted to 100 people, on a 'first come, first served' basis. Please reserve your place by emailing migrant.cabchch@gmail.com.

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1155 days ago

Secret to saving money on your power bill

Airify

Secret to saving money on your power bill ... having a healthy heat pump.

Airify Christchurch is committed to ensuring your home has a healthy and effective heat pump, and we’re proud to offer our PREMIUM service for just $75!

Our Premium Heat Pump Clean & Service includes the latest … View more
Secret to saving money on your power bill ... having a healthy heat pump.

Airify Christchurch is committed to ensuring your home has a healthy and effective heat pump, and we’re proud to offer our PREMIUM service for just $75!

Our Premium Heat Pump Clean & Service includes the latest injection system technique to ensure your heat pump is properly sanitised and maintained. Our unique system cleans your heat pump’s coils of blockages, dust, bacteria and mould with industry approved disinfectant and anti-bacterial solutions.

We offer a discount on additional units when you have them serviced during the same visit.

Book online at http://airifychristchurch.gettimely.com/#services or call our friendly team on 0800 24 74 39.
Find out more

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1155 days ago

Noticed anything different?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you … View more
It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you keen to dive straight into te wiki? Here's a video by our mates at Stuff showing five te reo words that every person from across the motu (country) needs to know.

For more coverage on Māori language week, click the 'Read more' button below.

Ngā manaakitanga!

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1155 days ago

Have you experienced Taranaki? 💛🏔

Venture Taranaki

Just a short 90 minute direct flight away, you’ll find world-class modern art, delectable dining showcasing locally produced fare, endless tracks and trails, and vibrant events and experiences just waiting to be discovered.

A North Island weekend escape has never been so easy, and with so … View more
Just a short 90 minute direct flight away, you’ll find world-class modern art, delectable dining showcasing locally produced fare, endless tracks and trails, and vibrant events and experiences just waiting to be discovered.

A North Island weekend escape has never been so easy, and with so much on offer all year round, you’ll find there’s for everyone; from families, to garden and nature lovers, creatives and those self-proclaimed art critics, to foodies, adventurers, and history buffs.

Nau mai haere mai, it’s time to do something new. It’s time to experience Taranaki – a place like no other.
Find out more

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1157 days ago

Happy Māori Language Week

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

Ngā mihi o te wiki o te reo Māori e hoa mā | Happy Māori Language Week

Māori Language Week has officially started across Aotearoa. Throughout the week, we will be posting common words which you can start to use in everyday conversations such as kia pai te rā which means have a great day ⭐

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1157 days ago

Peace lily

Kate from Addington

Pick up is Fairfield Avenue.

Price: $10

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1157 days ago

Housesitter

Cazz from Linwood

Hi Im Caz and I am an honest and reliable house sitter with a very clean plolice record. I look after your wee fur babies so you dont have to put them in kennals.I look after them in your own home so to keep routines. I look after fur babies in Ferrymead, Heathcote, Sumner, Mt Pleasant and … View moreHi Im Caz and I am an honest and reliable house sitter with a very clean plolice record. I look after your wee fur babies so you dont have to put them in kennals.I look after them in your own home so to keep routines. I look after fur babies in Ferrymead, Heathcote, Sumner, Mt Pleasant and surrounding areas. I can do odd jobs around the house while you are away as well. Housework and light gardening if you wish or just plain housesitting is fine. I have worked in kennals and am very experienced with all types of animals. Im available any time. Thank you.

1157 days ago

Fonterra are hiring near you!

Competenz

Would you like to earn while you learn and gain an NZQA recognized qualification in mechanical engineering? If the answer is yes, great news! Fonterra are offering not one, but eight mechanical engineering apprenticeship opportunities in various locations around Aotearoa!

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1164 days ago

Recommendation for arborist

John from Spreydon

With Level 2 hopefully looming, I'm looking for an arborist to trim a large tree. Any recommendations welcomed. Preferably someone whose charges are reasonable, and who listens to what the client wants. (Our last exponent was rather condescending and removed some things I had not asked for. … View moreWith Level 2 hopefully looming, I'm looking for an arborist to trim a large tree. Any recommendations welcomed. Preferably someone whose charges are reasonable, and who listens to what the client wants. (Our last exponent was rather condescending and removed some things I had not asked for. Too late by then -- you can't tack a branch back on the tree!)

1161 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey Christchurch, do you know when and where this photo was taken?

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