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2184 days ago

Resene labour weekend project

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Need a headboard to finish off your master bedroom but can’t find one to suit? Why not create your own one inspired by the sun or moon using your favourite colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreNeed a headboard to finish off your master bedroom but can’t find one to suit? Why not create your own one inspired by the sun or moon using your favourite colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2184 days ago

Buy a pen. Break the silence.

The Warehouse Hornby

We're partnering with Youthline to support young people in crisis to get the help they need. When you buy a $2 pen or donate at the checkout before 30th Oct you’ll help ensure that every call, text, and email to Youthline gets answered.

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2184 days ago

Sustainability in action

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Graduates of Ara Institute of Canterbury’s sustainability and outdoor education programmes really ‘walk the talk’. With sustainability such an integral part of their studies, they’re naturally motivated to put sustainability into action, wherever they can.

Recent graduate Timea Kovacs … View more
Graduates of Ara Institute of Canterbury’s sustainability and outdoor education programmes really ‘walk the talk’. With sustainability such an integral part of their studies, they’re naturally motivated to put sustainability into action, wherever they can.

Recent graduate Timea Kovacs encouraged local tourism company Christchurch Sea Kayaking to sign up to Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s new sustainability initiative. Now, staff at the kayaking business collect rubbish as they move through the water and clients naturally join in. “We need more businesses, especially tour operators, to showcase this behaviour change,” says Timea.

Learn more about Ara’s sustainability programmes here.
Find out more!

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2184 days ago

Residents vow to continue fighting against Christchurch funeral home

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Residents of a Christchurch street are convinced their fight to stop a funeral home setting up on the corner is not over.

Bell Lamb and Trotter managing director Andrew Bell has been granted consent to operate a home office from his property at 1 Rochdale St in Fendalton.

Residents believe the … View more
Residents of a Christchurch street are convinced their fight to stop a funeral home setting up on the corner is not over.

Bell Lamb and Trotter managing director Andrew Bell has been granted consent to operate a home office from his property at 1 Rochdale St in Fendalton.

Residents believe the move is a "back door" approach to running a funeral home at the property. They expect Bell to reapply for a resource consent to operate a funeral home from the house.

2185 days ago

Poll: At what age was your child fully toilet trained?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Schools and health boards are noticing some children starting school are struggling to fit in because they aren't toilet trained yet. Has this been a problem for your family or anyone you know? Why do you think this is an issue?

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Schools and health boards are noticing some children starting school are struggling to fit in because they aren't toilet trained yet. Has this been a problem for your family or anyone you know? Why do you think this is an issue?

(Please add NFP to your post if you don't wish for it to be used in print)

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At what age was your child fully toilet trained?
  • 66.9% Before they were 3?
    66.9% Complete
  • 29.7% Between 3 and 5?
    29.7% Complete
  • 1.8% It still hadn't happened when they started school.
    1.8% Complete
  • 1.7% Other - please comment below
    1.7% Complete
1081 votes
2184 days ago

Planning on hitting the water this weekend? ⛵💦

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia ora water-lovers!

Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:

1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's … View more
Kia ora water-lovers!

Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:

1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's Marine App makes it easy.

2. Tests your life jackets. Pull hard on the straps and see if any of them stretch or rip. Check all over for any existing tears in the straps and any cuts or punctures in the life jacket. If yes, do not use the life jacket, dispose of it, and replace it. Always check if it floats before putting them on. Keep in mind kapok life jackets should not be used as they can absorb water and sink, their cotton straps also easily rip! Burn them or bin them, but whatever you do - don't use or resell them.

3. For this year's Safer Boating Week, boaties are being reminded to “Prep, Check, Know” - prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules before going on the water.

Let's put in the time and effort to make sure there are NO water related accidents or deaths this Labour Day long-weekend! Don't forget to look out for each other and report any concerns you have to local authorities.

#SaferBoatingWeek
#NSNZemergencypreparedness

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2185 days ago

Don't forget to enter Colour Your Community!

Resene

For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Enter now

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2185 days ago

Office Desks Free

Judith from Hornby

We have few dismantled desks to give away. Must be gone by Wed we are in Leslie Hills Dr pick up 8am to 4pm only, Thurs Fri or next Tues only as this is business.

Free

2185 days ago

Kitty Kast Off Secondhand clothing sale

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

Cat Rescue is having a second hand clothing sale this Saturday at the Sydenham Community Centre.


We have had an amazing array of clothes donated and covers all sizes, (I am one of those curvy gals and I am excited), mens and childrens clothes, shoes and accessories.  It will be a treasure trove … View more
Cat Rescue is having a second hand clothing sale this Saturday at the Sydenham Community Centre.


We have had an amazing array of clothes donated and covers all sizes, (I am one of those curvy gals and I am excited), mens and childrens clothes, shoes and accessories.  It will be a treasure trove for those of us that like a bargain, and to purchase quality and designer clothes.


I have added a link below to the event on our facebook page so please go and like and share.


Open at 10am at 25 Hutchison Street and will be going until 3pm or earlier if all items sold.  We do have racks and racks and more racks.


We are also having microchipping in a room to the side so if your cat is not microchipped please bring them along in a cage.  Cost is $30 per cat and $25 for each cat from the same household.


Payment by Cash and we also have EFTPOS available.


If you have an questions please email fundraisingcatrescue@gmail.com.

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2185 days ago

This made my day!!!

Trish from Trish Greenwood Mortgage & Insurance Adviser

WOW!!.......Just had a phone call from Matthew at Garden Fresh Greengrocer store in Leacroft Street, Bishopdale. I don't know Matthew at all, he phoned to thank me for my posts and said he tells his customers the same things as my posts about budgeting, saving for a first home etc.

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WOW!!.......Just had a phone call from Matthew at Garden Fresh Greengrocer store in Leacroft Street, Bishopdale. I don't know Matthew at all, he phoned to thank me for my posts and said he tells his customers the same things as my posts about budgeting, saving for a first home etc.

Matthew's call just absolutely made my day. How kind of him to reach out to someone he doesn't know and be so encouraging. This is a lovely "Random Act of Kindness" and he inspires me to make sure I pass that on!! What a lovely human he is!! How lucky his community is to have him and their fruit and vege man! :)

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2185 days ago
2186 days ago

Get Ready To Drop, Cover, Hold! 😁👍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia Ora Neighbourhood Supporters -

Friendly reminder that Shake Out, our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, is happening tomorrow.

At 9:30am over 800,000 people across the country will drop, cover, and hold!

Are you joining in?

#NSNZemergencypreparedness

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2186 days ago

Salvation Army Family Store Summer Hours

Terry from Hornby

The Salvation Army Family Stores in Hornby and Church Corner are pleased to announce they are now open LATE on Thursdays until 6:30pm through the summer months. The Church Corner Family Store is also staying open until 4:00pm on Saturdays through the summer months.

2192 days ago

Faulty smart meter to blame for $1100 power bill

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Genesis Energy has admitted a faulty power meter is to blame for a Christchurch man receiving exorbitant electricity bills for 12 months.

Have you experienced any problems with smart meters or your power bill?

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Genesis Energy has admitted a faulty power meter is to blame for a Christchurch man receiving exorbitant electricity bills for 12 months.

Have you experienced any problems with smart meters or your power bill?

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2200 days ago

Have you seen rabbits or other wild animals around Christchurch?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Pest control may be used to combat the growing rabbit population in Christchurch's red zone.

Land Information New Zealand is investigating rabbit and rodent numbers in the red zone after neighbouring communities raised concerns about a perceived explosion in the rabbit population.

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