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The Port Hills Park Trust are planting 1,500 native trees at Mt Vernon, and would love your help.
This project is part of the Trust's commitment to preserve and grow the park for everyone in Canterbury to enjoy.
Help plant to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, and … View moreThe Port Hills Park Trust are planting 1,500 native trees at Mt Vernon, and would love your help.
This project is part of the Trust's commitment to preserve and grow the park for everyone in Canterbury to enjoy.
Help plant to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, and you'll be part of shaping this amazing recreation asset for hundreds of years to come.
FREE trampoline to give away. It is setup on our lawn and would need to be taken apart but if you have a few strong guys, could just take apart some of it and take it away. Comes with ladder. Has had a lot of use but still some life in it. Bit of rust in metal (we live close to the sea) but … View moreFREE trampoline to give away. It is setup on our lawn and would need to be taken apart but if you have a few strong guys, could just take apart some of it and take it away. Comes with ladder. Has had a lot of use but still some life in it. Bit of rust in metal (we live close to the sea) but still safe enough to use. Parklands area, Bower Ave. Ring 027 723 9443 if interested.
Hi I have a brand new Beeville bread maker and a george foreman grill for sale .the bread maker was 300 plus and the grill 150.Am wanting 150 for both items.
A married Christchurch woman says it is “ridiculous” she is paid less New Zealand Superannuation than someone who is single and living with another adult.
A married person gets a pension of $817.32 a fortnight, before tax, compared with the $990.20 received by a person sharing with someone who… View moreA married Christchurch woman says it is “ridiculous” she is paid less New Zealand Superannuation than someone who is single and living with another adult.
A married person gets a pension of $817.32 a fortnight, before tax, compared with the $990.20 received by a person sharing with someone who is not their spouse or partner.
“I have a friend who isn't in a relationship, but she's sharing a house, and they share all the expenses, and she's going to end up getting $172.88 more than me a fortnight which is just plain wrong,” said Daphne, who did not want her last name used for privacy concerns.
The combined fortnightly payment for a couple is $1634.64.
The Ministry of Social Development said people in a relationship were more likely to share a wider range of costs and resources than a single person living with another adult.
Read the full story here and tell us what you think in the comments below.
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My Name is Matthew Walton, I am 20 years old and am living in Saint Albans. I am offering any IT Computer Lessons/Support Troubleshooting to anyone who is interested. I studied a year of Computer Science at Auckland University of Technology along with various separate IT courses … View moreHello Everyone,
My Name is Matthew Walton, I am 20 years old and am living in Saint Albans. I am offering any IT Computer Lessons/Support Troubleshooting to anyone who is interested. I studied a year of Computer Science at Auckland University of Technology along with various separate IT courses and I currently work at Noel Leeming. IT support is a strong passion of mine and would love to help anyone in need of any assistance with any Technical problems.
This includes arriving at your home to assist with any IT/Tech issues you are currently dealing. This includes, Computers, laptops, phones, printers, TVs, monitors and more
For lessons I do 1 hour minimum and 2 hours maximum. This Includes
teaching you how to do basic or advanced computer or phone activities, sending texts or emails, downloading or uploading photos/documents, windows folder organization, setting up a Computer/TV/Laptop/Phone/Printer plus more
Please note that I am much more experienced on Window's devices rather than Apple devices, although I am still capable on Apple, it would usually take longer
Also note I am fully Vaccinated and will be wearing a mask during the interaction
If this Interests you or someone you know you, please contact me on 0284106923 or email on matthew.walton.nz23@gmail.com with your name and what you would like.
I also have a Facebook Page for my services in more detail:
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The charges for the service are as follows:
For your first Service from me, travelling to your house and the first 30 minutes of service is free (must be reasonably local)
But the rest of the service will $30 an hour for up to a maximum of 3 hours
If I cannot resolve your issue or provide a workaround to your satisfaction then no fee will be asked for
Thanks,
Matt
Brooklands and Spencerville residents are exhausted and fed up worrying about the threat of regular flooding and are pleading with the Christchurch City Council to do something about it.
A petition, signed by 159 residents of the two settlements on the city’s northern outskirts, was presented to… View moreBrooklands and Spencerville residents are exhausted and fed up worrying about the threat of regular flooding and are pleading with the Christchurch City Council to do something about it.
A petition, signed by 159 residents of the two settlements on the city’s northern outskirts, was presented to the council on Thursday.
The residents want the council to build a stop bank around the lagoon to prevent flooding of their properties.
Community leader Amanda Neil told the council, residents were exhausted trying to maintain their resilience.
“They are worried and anxious every time the rain starts and all the more so when it continues all day and night.
”They are desperately concerned for their family’s safety and their homes which are constantly under threat of damage and further devaluation.
”They lose far too much sleep which can severely and sadly affect their mental health.”
A large part of Brooklands was red-zoned after the 2011 quake, but not all of it.
Brooklands and Spencerville were prone to flooding because they were low-lying and nestled between the Styx River and the Brooklands Lagoon, which feed into the mouth of the Waimakariri River.
Neil has been trying to get the council’s attention since being evacuated from her Brooklands home by local fire crews during a 2017 storm.
Flooding caused her outdoor power box to explode, setting a hedge on fire.
“If we continue to try living in denial, we will end up trying to live in de-Waimak.”
Neil urged the council to spend the money needed to build the stop bank.
“Hardly anyone believes any more that any help will come.”
Another resident Jan Burney urged the council to end the uncertainty and to consult with the people.
She appealed to the council to address earthquake damage, sea-level rise and climate changes to ensure sustainable outcomes for everyone.
As a result of Neil’s petition, the council requested staff advice on the issue.
Mayor Lianne Dalziel thanked Neil for her “passion and commitment”.
Dalziel pointed out that Environment Canterbury (ECan) was responsible for the Waimakariri stop banks and the city council was responsible for the Styx River banks.
Council chief executive Dawn Baxendale said she expected staff to talk with ECan and the two authorities to come to conclusions together.
In a response to questions provided to Stuff before the meeting, council planning and consents head John Higgins said it was likely the issues around Brooklands and Spencerville would be addressed as part of the council’s plan to deal with the impacts of sea level rise.
The newly established coastal hazards adaptation planning programme would begin in the Lyttelton Harbour basin in spring.
But exactly when Brooklands and Spencerville would be looked at as part of the programme had not been decided, Higgins said.
Dear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View moreDear neighbours,
To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).
So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.
Use Resene Colorwood stain and colour to easily refresh a dated bedside drawer unit.
Find out how to create your own.
With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View moreWith the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.
That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.
We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
Hi. After losing our dog, we are looking for a family dog that needs to be re-homed. We have a lifestyle block just outside of Christchurch City. Dog must be good with children and other pets and livestock. Please phone to discuss thanks. Ph 0273204195
My 3yr old cat has been missing since 5/8/22
Does not like people and is very timid, likely to be hiding please could you check your garage/sheds
Aaliyah is a grey/white and cream tabby
She is microchipped and desexed
Please Call or txt 0273754914
Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no … View moreKnitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.
We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.
We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no small ask!
If you can knit, know someone who can or would like to find out how you can help, please click on the link below.
Dear neighbours,
How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.
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