Opawa - Saint Martins, Christchurch

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1268 days ago

English is confusing!

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

This is certainly one of the more obvious errors in a child’s writing. Knowing which one to use can be confusing.

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1269 days ago

Bottle

Sarah from Waltham

Hi.
Looking for any bottles similar to these.
If anyone has any lying around that they want to re-home. Please send me a message. Thanks.

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1274 days ago

Hundreds support tenant who had her vege garden destroyed by her landlord

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Zhang Wang’s vegetable garden destroyed on Monday when her landlord, Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust (ŌCHT), removed it without warning.

It said neighbours had raised concerns about the size of the garden and access to a washing line.

Wang had lovingly tended the garden at her Addington … View more
Zhang Wang’s vegetable garden destroyed on Monday when her landlord, Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust (ŌCHT), removed it without warning.

It said neighbours had raised concerns about the size of the garden and access to a washing line.

Wang had lovingly tended the garden at her Addington social housing unit for the past 10 years. She grew 14 kinds of vegetables and 13 varieties of rare Chinese herbs. One small patch of Chinese radish remains.

ŌCHT has “unreservedly apologised” for not telling Wang it planned to bring the digger in on Monday, but it stands by its decision to turn the garden into grass.

However, on Wednesday, ŌCHT tenancy operations manager Martin Pearce said the trust wanted to make things right and raised beds would be installed at the end of this week.

1270 days ago

We’re big believers in small business!

Prospa

NZ small businesses believe in themselves, we believe in them too. That’s why we offer small business loans up to $300K to support cash flow or help them invest in the future.

Business Loan applications take less than 10 minutes online, you’ll get a fast decision and funding is possible in … View more
NZ small businesses believe in themselves, we believe in them too. That’s why we offer small business loans up to $300K to support cash flow or help them invest in the future.

Business Loan applications take less than 10 minutes online, you’ll get a fast decision and funding is possible in 24 hours. Plus, no asset security is required upfront to access funding up to $150K.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you reach your next milestone. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
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1273 days ago

Throwback Thursday: Drill display

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Four thousand primary children perform physical jerks at Lancaster Park, on April 10, 1940.
Here the girls go through their drills, demonstrating surprising precision for so many pupils from so many schools. The open-air movement has highlighted the need for physical fitness training and the … View more
Four thousand primary children perform physical jerks at Lancaster Park, on April 10, 1940.
Here the girls go through their drills, demonstrating surprising precision for so many pupils from so many schools. The open-air movement has highlighted the need for physical fitness training and the virtues of outdoor activity. Schools have responded with regular drill sessions and outdoor games. With increasing numbers of children seen to be destined for sedentary lifestyles, and with the British Empire at war with the Axis forces, fitness and hardiness are being strongly promoted.

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1272 days ago

Enjoy learning over a coffee?

Advisor from Kyle McElwain - Resure Insurance Advisers

I really enjoyed the opportunity to speak at Joe's Garage (Cranford Street) with The Networkers Northcote this morning. I was about to share my story, what drew me to become a financial advisor and 8 reasons why you should work with an advisor when reviewing your insurance needs.

Need to … View more
I really enjoyed the opportunity to speak at Joe's Garage (Cranford Street) with The Networkers Northcote this morning. I was about to share my story, what drew me to become a financial advisor and 8 reasons why you should work with an advisor when reviewing your insurance needs.

Need to review your insurance needs?

Get in contact with me today - kyle.mcelwain@resure.co.nz or 027 819 7713

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1276 days ago

Poll: Are you a fan of Christchurch's newest public art, a diving board with no water?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Good afternoon neighbours,

A concrete diving board has been plucked from a modernist haven in northern India and stranded on the banks of the Avon River in central Christchurch.

The new permanent artwork, The Pool by Kiwi artist Natalie Guy, was installed opposite the Antigua Boatsheds on Friday.… View more
Good afternoon neighbours,

A concrete diving board has been plucked from a modernist haven in northern India and stranded on the banks of the Avon River in central Christchurch.

The new permanent artwork, The Pool by Kiwi artist Natalie Guy, was installed opposite the Antigua Boatsheds on Friday.

What do you think of this new central city artwork?

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Are you a fan of Christchurch's newest public art, a diving board with no water?
  • 9.5% Yes
    9.5% Complete
  • 82.1% No
    82.1% Complete
  • 8.4% I'm undecided
    8.4% Complete
95 votes
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1275 days ago

Free Incontinence Pads and Pants

Julie from Addington

I have 2 packs of Molicare Incontinence Pants for Males, size 14 medium # 2, 1pack of Attends size 8 pads and 1 bag of loose( clean ) Molicare Pants size 14. They are free to anyone who needs them.

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1279 days ago

Removed Posts

Tom from Woolston

If your wondering why a post you wrote on this platform has been removed,
and how dare they do that to something you have slaved over!
It's not a Trumpian conspiracy perpetrated by the dark forces of evil lurking in the shadows of Neighbourly!! you must carefully consider the fact that your … View more
If your wondering why a post you wrote on this platform has been removed,
and how dare they do that to something you have slaved over!
It's not a Trumpian conspiracy perpetrated by the dark forces of evil lurking in the shadows of Neighbourly!! you must carefully consider the fact that your post is either Rubbish or Gibberish or perhaps a combination of both!! If you feel the need to rant and bleat perhaps you could take a stance in the town square with a megaphone and have your say there, what a great way to exercise your right to free speech that is being denied to you on this platform.

1275 days ago

Benefits of taking breaks

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking … View more
As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus!

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1275 days ago

Malicious email impersonating NZ Post circulating

Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any… View more
New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any individual has received these emails, NZ Post has advised to delete it immediately.

In a statement sent to Neighbourly, NZ Post confirmed that it had taken 24 websites offline in relation to the scam.

For more information on the scam, please see the NZ Post's Cyber Security Alerts page.

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1275 days ago

Get Out More and explore this Autumn!

Explore Central North Island

Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give … View more
Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give you the ideas – you just choose when and where, and pack the car. Time to get planning!
Find out more

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1276 days ago

Eastside Neighbourhood Walks: Phillipstown

Viviana Zanetti from Phillipstown Community Hub

There are still some spaces available for the Eastside Neighbourhood Walks: Phillipstown on the 22 May.

It will be a guided walk starting at Edmonds Gardens and finishing at Phillipstown Community Hub with free coffee and great kōrero.
Join us and share stories about your life in Phillipstown and… View more
There are still some spaces available for the Eastside Neighbourhood Walks: Phillipstown on the 22 May.

It will be a guided walk starting at Edmonds Gardens and finishing at Phillipstown Community Hub with free coffee and great kōrero.
Join us and share stories about your life in Phillipstown and discuss with us the changing form of our neighbourhoods.

We look forward to meeting many local residents and talk about dreams and aspiration, and why not, even of what we do not relly like and want to change!

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1278 days ago

Lost Keys

Wills from Linwood

I lost a key with 2 remotes attached somewhere on Cashel Street probably between Percy St and Stanmore Rd or further towards town. Lost Saturday morning 15 May between 9 am and 10 am. If you find them please message or contact me 0212815010. Reward. Thank you. William

1283 days ago

A tale of two book lovers: Second-hand bookshops open next door to each other

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Monday neighbours,

Second-hand bookstores are like buses: You wait years for one, and then two come along at once.

A pair of second-hand bookstores have opened next door to each other in Woolston in a bid to transform Ferry Rd into a “book destination”.

At first sight it may appear … View more
Happy Monday neighbours,

Second-hand bookstores are like buses: You wait years for one, and then two come along at once.

A pair of second-hand bookstores have opened next door to each other in Woolston in a bid to transform Ferry Rd into a “book destination”.

At first sight it may appear like a sitcom about two rival booksellers, but the owners of Steadfast Books and Book Barn decided opening next door to each other would help bring in more customers.

What do you think about this as a business decision? Savvy?

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