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1228 days ago

Cultivate Christchurch’s Fiona Stewart is growing fruit, veges and young lives

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

Fiona Stewart’s farm upbringing has shaped her into the person she is today.

It taught her the importance of food, animals and wellbeing, and how these can be used to better people’s lives, particularly youths.

Cultivate Christchurch is her baby. She first started the … View more
Hey neighbours,

Fiona Stewart’s farm upbringing has shaped her into the person she is today.

It taught her the importance of food, animals and wellbeing, and how these can be used to better people’s lives, particularly youths.

Cultivate Christchurch is her baby. She first started the initiative with the idea it would be rurally based, but meeting co-founder Bailey Perryman, an ecologist, in 2015 showed her a farm school could be done without having to leave the city.

Click the 'Read More' button below to read her full story.

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1229 days ago

Recommendations for Tree Feller/Arborist wanted please to

Leslie from Avonside - Dallington

Remove 1 large Elm tree limb & a half please. The tree was cut back considerably last year but needs tidying up.

1229 days ago

New Free Clinic - today 1-3pm

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Are you having trouble with technology ? Got a lap top giving you grief ?
Our City Branch is hosting a free tech support clinic every week (Wednesdays) from 1pm-3pm . Just drop in to our City Branch - Corner of Ferry Road and Barbadoes street - look out for the yellow flag

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1229 days ago

Night Light - an evening of earthy contrast

NZ Dance Company

In their first Christchurch performance since 2018, The New Zealand Dance Company will present Night Light, a thrilling double bill at the James Hay Theatre for one night only on September 16.

An evening of earthy contrast by two dynamic New Zealand choreographers, Night Light will leave you in… View more
In their first Christchurch performance since 2018, The New Zealand Dance Company will present Night Light, a thrilling double bill at the James Hay Theatre for one night only on September 16.

An evening of earthy contrast by two dynamic New Zealand choreographers, Night Light will leave you in awe of the artistry brewing right here on our shores.

Tickets are on sale today - don't miss out!
Learn more

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1230 days ago

Meet Russell, The Bellevue’s passionate Care Manager.

Oceania Healthcare

Oceania has always believed in better and so does The Bellevue’s Care Manager, Russell.

Since returning to the South Island five years ago, Russell has been proud to witness Christchurch’s resurgence. “Christchurch is like a phoenix risen from the ashes, with a tremendous opportunity to … View more
Oceania has always believed in better and so does The Bellevue’s Care Manager, Russell.

Since returning to the South Island five years ago, Russell has been proud to witness Christchurch’s resurgence. “Christchurch is like a phoenix risen from the ashes, with a tremendous opportunity to redefine itself.” And now he is playing his part in reimagining our city’s aged care offering.

Russell has built his team at The Bellevue with one goal in mind. “As the Care Manager I believe I have a principle responsibility to set the scene in providing an environment where staff can truly excel, feel empowered and make a positive difference to the lives of residents, families and each other.”

During the transition to care, extra support is provided. “Our fantastic Guest Services Manager is the key to helping residents feel at ease when they first move in, as she provides a hospitality overlay. She’ll get to know you so that she can provide all the extra touches that make you feel at home,” says Russell.

Another initiative Russell is proud of is that couples can stay together in the same room, even if their needs are not aligned. Russell has seen the impact it has on residents - “It is just wonderful to offer couples Care Suites which allow couples to stay together – just as they always have,” says Russell.

To find out more about our Care Suites, with Rest Home and Hospital level care, get in touch with Russell today.
Find out more

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1233 days ago

Bins have been removed from 200 Christchurch parks but the rubbish remains

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Removing hundreds of bins from across Christchurch has turned some parks into “eyesores” and led to calls for them to be returned.

The Christchurch City Council has taken away 840 bins from parks and is installing 81 “smart” bins instead, leaving 211 neighbourhood parks without a rubbish… View more
Removing hundreds of bins from across Christchurch has turned some parks into “eyesores” and led to calls for them to be returned.

The Christchurch City Council has taken away 840 bins from parks and is installing 81 “smart” bins instead, leaving 211 neighbourhood parks without a rubbish bin and others with fewer bins than before.

While the council says the transition has been “very smooth” and has only resulted in a few litter complaints, residents and councillors are reporting a different picture.

Residents have resorted to picking up litter themselves, but their patience is wearing thin. Some are blaming the council for taking the bins away in the first place, while others say people need to be responsible for their own rubbish and take it home. Continue reading here.

1231 days ago

Firewood Gum

Amanda from Parklands - Marshlands

Had my 20 metre high Eucalyptus tree felled and have some large slabs left. You will need a chainsaw. $150 for a caged trailer since wood is green and you will need to cut it yourself.

Price: $150

1232 days ago

Paint it red with Resene for Red Nose Day!

Resene ColorShop

Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

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Buy any red testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 13-31 July 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to CureKids Red Nose Day!

The more red testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene red testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwi children.
Find your local Resene ColorShop
Find out more

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1232 days ago

Selling

Sally from Parklands - Marshlands

Relocating sale all household items
Do you need something ?

Price: $70

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1233 days ago

Looking for a Kitten

Rose from Avondale

If you know of any lovely wee kittens please redirect me; as end of season. Thanks so kindly

1236 days ago

Missed bin pickups in hundreds of Christchurch streets as industry deals with rubbish truck driver shortage

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A shortage of wheelie bin truck drivers meant residents in 377 Christchurch streets had their bins missed during a single month.

Meanwhile, a union representative says the wheelie bin collection industry was struggling to find workers nationwide because rubbish truck drivers are put off by 60-hour… View more
A shortage of wheelie bin truck drivers meant residents in 377 Christchurch streets had their bins missed during a single month.

Meanwhile, a union representative says the wheelie bin collection industry was struggling to find workers nationwide because rubbish truck drivers are put off by 60-hour work weeks.

The Christchurch City Council's rubbish collecting contractor, Waste Management NZ, is set a target of missing just 1.5 streets each working day. In April, the average number of streets missed was 17.1.

Were your wheelie bins missed recently? Share your experience in the comments below.

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1234 days ago

Licenced Builders.

Scott Bennetts from Reaction Homes Ltd

Hi Neighbors,
Liam and I are both qualified licensed builders that specialize in:
Bathroom renovations
Major renovations
Roof leaks
General building & repairs
Small maintenance jobs
We also build… View more
Hi Neighbors,
Liam and I are both qualified licensed builders that specialize in:
Bathroom renovations
Major renovations
Roof leaks
General building & repairs
Small maintenance jobs
We also build
Decks & Pergolas

If you would like a free no obligation quote please call me or liam
Scott 0278442388
Liam 0221011367

Keep it local 🙂
Cheers Scott.

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1233 days ago

Work Wanted Please Mature Reliable Female Part-time

Rose from Avondale

Retail, Sales, Customer Service/ Contact, Horticulture, Tourism, Cleaning experienced. Good quality character, presentation, qualifications and experience. Thank you.

1233 days ago

Magazine rack

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Breathe new life into an old magazine rack by adding a pop of colour with Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own.

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1241 days ago

Stacy and Adam's Block heritage apartment up for sale

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

We think this was the best apartment on The Block NZ: Firehouse in Kingsland. Stacy and Adam did a stellar job, and now it is going to auction for a second time, on July 28. 2021. Great character apartment, great location.

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