Riccarton, Christchurch

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It is almost the weekend!

List your pre-loved gems in Neighbourly Market.

2349 days ago

Industrial light shades - sold together or separately.

Christina from Bryndwr

Classic industrial light shades:
Powder coated dark chocolate nearly black: white powder coated on the inside.

Finished house renos and changed all lights.
Check out the white ones too.
Pick up fendalton

Negotiable

2349 days ago

New blog post: Neighbourly in the news!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.

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2349 days ago

HELP NEEDED/Conquers Series

Mark and Rachael from Upper Riccarton

Hi hoping some one cand HELP us .Has anyone got a copy of the Conquers Series Study guide and six DVD set that they would be willing to lend to my husband and I for a few months .As we no it is expensive we would be willing to pay a hireage/bond fee and sign a contract agreeing that we would … View moreHi hoping some one cand HELP us .Has anyone got a copy of the Conquers Series Study guide and six DVD set that they would be willing to lend to my husband and I for a few months .As we no it is expensive we would be willing to pay a hireage/bond fee and sign a contract agreeing that we would replace the manuel and DVDs at our cost should any damage be caused or any of it go missing and also get some one like our GP or Husbands support worker sign contact to say they vouch for us that we are honest and will return the book and DVDs etc.

2350 days ago

Strong wind watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Christchurch.

Valid: 11 hours from 5:00pm Monday to 4:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Northwesterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 16 Sep 2019.

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2350 days ago

Heavy rain and strong wind warning

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a heavy rain and strong wind warning for the headwaters of the Canterbury Lakes and Rivers and the Canterbury High Country.

RAIN: Valid: 12 hours from 3:00pm Monday to 3:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Expect 100 to 140mm of rain to accumulate near the main divide, and 70 to 100m … View more
MetService has issued a heavy rain and strong wind warning for the headwaters of the Canterbury Lakes and Rivers and the Canterbury High Country.

RAIN: Valid: 12 hours from 3:00pm Monday to 3:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Expect 100 to 140mm of rain to accumulate near the main divide, and 70 to 100m within 15km east of the divide. Peak rates of 15 to 25mm/h, with possible thunderstorms.

WIND: Valid: 12 hours from 6:00pm Monday to 6:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Northwesterly gales are forecast to be severe at times, with gusts reaching 120km/h in exposed places.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 16 Sep 2019.

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2350 days ago

Poll: Do you intend to vote in the upcoming local council elections?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It will soon be time to have your say on who represents your community by voting in the 2019 local elections. Do you intend to vote?

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Do you intend to vote in the upcoming local council elections?
  • 66.5% Yes definitely, democracy is vital
    66.5% Complete
  • 24.8% Maybe, I'm struggling to find anyone I want to vote for
    24.8% Complete
  • 8.7% No, I just can't be bothered with local councils
    8.7% Complete
1610 votes
2350 days ago

Become a Dementia Friend

Alzheimers NZ

Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?

September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends … View more
Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?

September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends worldwide. So why not you?

Learn how you can help in simple and small ways. Wear a badge. Take time to listen. Pop over for a cuppa. It only takes 20 minutes online.

Show your support and help people with dementia to live well too. Join Dementia Friends today.
Learn More

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2351 days ago

0% weeds, 100% Happiness. Win a Fiskars Xact™ weed puller!

Fiskars

A day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.

The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing… View more
A day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.

The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing muscle strain and backache. Its simple ergonomic design is changing the strenuous outdoor job of pulling weeds. You'll have the neighbours lining up to borrow yours!

We have 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to give away. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to go in the draw to WIN!

To find out more and buy the product, visit a Bunnings or Mitre 10 store near you

Never bow down to weeds again!

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* Competition entries accepted from 1.00am Sunday 15th September 2019 to 8:00am Monday 23rd September 2019. Five 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to be won. Winners will be contacted by email or phone on Monday 23rd September 2019. The prize will be couriered to the address specified by the winner within 4 weeks of the competition closing
Find out more

2352 days ago

Take the stress out of retirement living

The Team from

In retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.

It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the … View more
In retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.

It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the village. As a Ryman Healthcare village, Bert Sutcliffe residents enjoy a fixed base weekly fee for life – guaranteed.*
Judith explains, “For us it was a no brainer, it was the best decision.

*Some conditions apply
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2353 days ago

Transform your candle holders

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

A marble finish always looks elegant whichever form it takes, from kitchen islands to smaller ornaments such as candle holders.

Painting your own marbled effect has become a hot trend of late, and the good news is that it’s so easy to create using Resene Lusta-Glo.

Make the most of this … View more
A marble finish always looks elegant whichever form it takes, from kitchen islands to smaller ornaments such as candle holders.

Painting your own marbled effect has become a hot trend of late, and the good news is that it’s so easy to create using Resene Lusta-Glo.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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2353 days ago

Major Christchurch sports hub - and city's main new burial site - given green light

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hi neighbours - city councillors have approved development plans to be drawn up that will outline how to convert a 115 hectare section of land on the outskirts of Templeton into a sports park and new cemetery.

The hub will provide sporting and recreational facilities for people in the area for at … View more
Hi neighbours - city councillors have approved development plans to be drawn up that will outline how to convert a 115 hectare section of land on the outskirts of Templeton into a sports park and new cemetery.

The hub will provide sporting and recreational facilities for people in the area for at least the next 30 years, with the potential to host large-scale tournaments and events.

2358 days ago

Do you treasure your phonebook or chuck it straight in the recycling bin?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hey neighbours - Do you still use the phone book?

It lists the names, addresses and phone numbers of people, but according to some it belongs in the recycling bin of history.

However, with nearly two million Yellow and White Pages landing in letterboxes up and down the country, the directory may… View more
Hey neighbours - Do you still use the phone book?

It lists the names, addresses and phone numbers of people, but according to some it belongs in the recycling bin of history.

However, with nearly two million Yellow and White Pages landing in letterboxes up and down the country, the directory may still prove more popular than rhetoric would suggest.

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2353 days ago

Meet your Riccarton Council Candidate Luke Chandler

Luke from Sockburn

Our community needs solutions, independence and action from a new generation of public representation. As your City Councillor, I will stand up and suggest solutions, not promises.

It’s time to push pause on trees down Riccarton Road, curb rapidly rising rates, Time take party politics out of … View more
Our community needs solutions, independence and action from a new generation of public representation. As your City Councillor, I will stand up and suggest solutions, not promises.

It’s time to push pause on trees down Riccarton Road, curb rapidly rising rates, Time take party politics out of our city and keep control in the hands of Christchurch residents, work with Central Government and Regional Council to more reliable, frequent, accessible and disability-friendly public transport, fight to keep pristine water rights for the next generation and against unnecessary chlorination

I will be at Riccarton Mall 23rd September from 10:30am to 1pm (beside Westpac). I look forward to meeting you!

2353 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For September it is 8am Sunday 22nd (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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2353 days ago

Christchurch Mayoral candidate

Judith from Ilam

Received an A4 paper, mail drop from Darryll Park recently which, in part, stated that he is responsive to email queries, giving his email address in the text. Emailed him with the question of what is his stance on Fireworks. No reply. Emailed again and to date, nothing. Hardly augers well from… View moreReceived an A4 paper, mail drop from Darryll Park recently which, in part, stated that he is responsive to email queries, giving his email address in the text. Emailed him with the question of what is his stance on Fireworks. No reply. Emailed again and to date, nothing. Hardly augers well from a candidate who says he is responsive. What do others think?

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