Sockburn, Christchurch

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2413 days ago

Who said storage can't be beautiful?

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Floating shelves are a clever way to add flair to your walls, without taking up too much real estate.

Here’s a simple way to bring them into your home. 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 … View more
Floating shelves are a clever way to add flair to your walls, without taking up too much real estate.

Here’s a simple way to bring them into your home. 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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2413 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 May it is 8am Sunday 19th (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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2414 days ago

Pyroclassic Fires now approved ULEBs

Pyroclassic Fires Ltd

There’s a new fire in town…. we are absolutely thrilled to announce that both the Pyroclassic IV and Mini Wood burning fires are now ULEBs. One of the cleanest wood burning fires, made right here in New Zealand, this unique Kiwi fire can now become a part of your family.

The ceramic cast … View more
There’s a new fire in town…. we are absolutely thrilled to announce that both the Pyroclassic IV and Mini Wood burning fires are now ULEBs. One of the cleanest wood burning fires, made right here in New Zealand, this unique Kiwi fire can now become a part of your family.

The ceramic cast cylinder of the fire chamber retains heat like a kiln so you can enjoy consistent warmth, large heat storage and the ultimate convenience of having to reload the fire less.

Can you imagine? Loading your fire up at night and waking up warm with your new Pyro that has provided an overnight burn to take off the chill of the cooler winter mornings. Available in over 200 colour options and with a 10mm thick steel top plate that also provides an excellent additional cooking surface.

Visit our website to learn more about Pyroclassic Fires.
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2415 days ago

Poll: Do you know how to change a car tyre?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Half of 18-24 year-old drivers don't know how to check oil levels or tyre pressures on a car, according to a recent survey.

To read the story, click here

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Do you know how to change a car tyre?
  • 79.3% Yes, I do.
    79.3% Complete
  • 20.7% No, I don't.
    20.7% Complete
516 votes
2415 days ago

Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*

Resene

We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

Find out more about … View more
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We need YOU to vote for your favourite in BOTH categories.

Vote for your favourite Redecorated item here.
Vote for your favourite Repurposed item here.

Find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There's still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced.
Cast your votes

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2420 days ago

Dog walker

Kenneth from Ilam

We had brilliant dog walker who is now off to enjoy a summer camp and would like to see if someone can help walk our two dogs, 3 times a week 1hr a day.

Last one has a lot to live up to and been great for the dogs!!!

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2416 days ago

Bed Sale Salvation Army Hornby

Terry from Hornby

The Salvation Army Family Store @ 1 Amyes Road is having a sale on single beds with unmatched bases. They are $35 for each bed and base. Feel free to stop by, we're open from 9am to 4:30 pm Mon - Fri and 9:30am to 1:30pm Saturday. 03 349 4163.

Negotiable

2416 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Check out these creative kiwis! We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details hereView moreCheck out these creative kiwis! We've been blown away with the entries for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. It wasn't easy to pick these 5 finalists... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite Resene Repurposed masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favourite Resene Redecorated category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Repurposed*
  • 18.8% WAS: Skateboards - NOW: Shelf (Natanya Aston from Putaruru)
    18.8% Complete
  • 10.7% WAS: Fence - NOW: Clock (Diane McGarvey from South Waikato)
    10.7% Complete
  • 12% WAS: Plastic Wrapping - NOW: Handbag (Jo Clendon from Hutt Central)
    12% Complete
  • 10.9% WAS: Sewing Machine - NOW: Table (Ben Conway from Waterloo)
    10.9% Complete
  • 47.6% WAS: Spoons - NOW: Bird Ornament (David Pennell from Rangiora)
    47.6% Complete
1380 votes
2416 days ago

Poll: It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Look at these creative cookies! The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Redecorated Category... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the … View moreLook at these creative cookies! The competition is tough for this years Resene Upcycling Awards. We've narrowed it down 5 finalists for the Redecorated Category... now it's over to YOU! Take a look at the before and after images below or check out the finalist piece description details here and vote for your favourite recycled masterpiece!

(Make sure to vote for your favourite Resene Repurposed category entry too!)

It's time to vote! *Resene Redecorated*
  • 34.7% Upcycled Couch - (Dani Matthews from Awapuni)
    34.7% Complete
  • 28.2% Upcycled Dresser - (Kristy Bedi from St Albans)
    28.2% Complete
  • 7.2% Upcycled Draws- (Lynda Cree from Halswell)
    7.2% Complete
  • 16.2% Upcycled Sideboard - (Nicola Stanners from Glendowie)
    16.2% Complete
  • 13.6% Upcycled Table - (Jackie Simons from Woolston)
    13.6% Complete
1313 votes
2416 days ago

Showerdome shower top – stop steam forming

Install a Dome Chch Ltd

Install a Dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your… View more
Install a Dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your local area for more than 10 years, our current installers have been working with us for 5 years and we regularly get amazing feedback about their workmanship and customer service.

Install a Dome can either supply and install a Showerdome® shower top or install one that you have already purchased. Book now!
Find out more!

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2422 days ago

Poll: Should cannabis be legalised?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Cannabis could soon be sold and grown legally in New Zealand, but in Christchurch it seems there is little rush to immerse the city's bars, cafes and shops in a new drug culture.

The Government announced on Tuesday that the public will decide on whether the drug should be legalised through … View more
Cannabis could soon be sold and grown legally in New Zealand, but in Christchurch it seems there is little rush to immerse the city's bars, cafes and shops in a new drug culture.

The Government announced on Tuesday that the public will decide on whether the drug should be legalised through a referendum at next year's general election.

What do you think? Vote in our poll and tell us your thoughts in the comments below. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff)

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should cannabis be legalised?
  • 34.7% Yes - for medicinal and recreational use
    34.7% Complete
  • 45.3% Yes - but only for medicinal use
    45.3% Complete
  • 19.3% No - not at all
    19.3% Complete
  • 0.7% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments below)
    0.7% Complete
1421 votes
2423 days ago

Christchurch's chlorine-free drinking water target now end of July

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

It was May, then October, but now the Christchurch City Council hopes all residents will be able to enjoy a glass of chlorine-free water "most of the time" by the end of July.

The council says to reach that deadline it will need to reroute part of its water network to mainly use the … View more
It was May, then October, but now the Christchurch City Council hopes all residents will be able to enjoy a glass of chlorine-free water "most of the time" by the end of July.

The council says to reach that deadline it will need to reroute part of its water network to mainly use the pumping stations supplied by upgraded wells.

2417 days ago

Christchurch’s burning issue: Battery-sparked fires in waste

The Team from Christchurch City Council

A 12-month battery collection trial is under way in Christchurch amid rising concerns over battery-sparked fires in wheelie bin collection trucks and at processing facilities.

Under the collection trial, you can dispose of unwanted batteries used in common devices such as laptops and cell phones … View more
A 12-month battery collection trial is under way in Christchurch amid rising concerns over battery-sparked fires in wheelie bin collection trucks and at processing facilities.

Under the collection trial, you can dispose of unwanted batteries used in common devices such as laptops and cell phones for free at any of the following places:

✅Bunnings Tower Junction

✅Countdown Ferrymead

✅EcoDrop Parkhouse Road

✅EcoDrop Metro Place

✅EcoDrop Styx Mill

✅Mitre 10 Mega Papanui

✅New World Durham Street

For more information, head to Newsline: ccc.govt.nz...

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2439 days ago

Dog droppings

Alison (elle) from Broomfield - Hei Hei

I have recently got a dog and walk it twice daily. I have noticed how many dog droppings are left on pavements, in parks and on walkways and berms. DOG OWNERS ARE NOT PICKING UP THEIR DOG'S POOP. Most of the droppings I see are from larger dogs, indeed some are huge piles and right on … View moreI have recently got a dog and walk it twice daily. I have noticed how many dog droppings are left on pavements, in parks and on walkways and berms. DOG OWNERS ARE NOT PICKING UP THEIR DOG'S POOP. Most of the droppings I see are from larger dogs, indeed some are huge piles and right on pavements where children walk to school, or in parks and reserves where children play. If you don't pick up your dog's poop you should be ashamed of yourself. Not only is it unsightly and smelly but is unhygienic and a health risk. It's also an offence, but that's beside the point. It's pure laziness to not pick it up. I implore dog owners to please ALWAYS PICK UP YOUR DOG'S POOP. If you don't, dogs may be excluded from more and more places because of it and that would be a shame for the responsible dog owners.

2417 days ago

We’re coming to Christchurch!

Laser Clinics New Zealand

Laser Clinics New Zealand is coming to Christchurch soon and we are looking to partner with a go-getter that knows the area and people. We are the world leader in laser hair removal, cosmetic injectables and skin treatments and are expanding to your city, so the Christchurch locals can see what all… View moreLaser Clinics New Zealand is coming to Christchurch soon and we are looking to partner with a go-getter that knows the area and people. We are the world leader in laser hair removal, cosmetic injectables and skin treatments and are expanding to your city, so the Christchurch locals can see what all the fuss is about!

We are a retail franchise, our model is a 50/50 partnership, which means the set-up costs are shared. The successful franchise partner would receive comprehensive training, ongoing support and a salary of $100K from day one!

Find out more about this opportunity with Laser Clinics New Zealand.
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