Sockburn, Christchurch

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If you know of crime happening locally, let your neighbours know here.

3094 days ago

Nō hea koe? Where are you from?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Here is a selection of Aotearoa – New Zealand Māori place names. While it's not extensive, can you spot the name of the town closest to you?

Do you know your Kawatiri from your Kirikiriroa? Take Stuff's quick quiz on Māori place names here.

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3094 days ago

New Home Builders Info Session coming up!

The Team from Jennian Homes

Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View more
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted

Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Register now

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3095 days ago

Video mihi - Rā Rua

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Tēnā koutou readers!
Our second mihi comes from reporter Monique Steele. How are you going at using te reo Māori this week?
Look out for Emma Dangerfield tomorrow!
Link:www.facebook.com...

3095 days ago

Maori Language Week 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We would like to celebrate Maori Language Week by learning one new saying each day through out the week. Here's day two:

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3095 days ago

Video mihi - Rā Tahi

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Tēnā koutou e hoa mā! As part of out wiki o te reo Māori coverage we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring one of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills. No pressure ae? ? Our first mihi is from Matthew Salmons, enjoy.
(sorry … View more
Tēnā koutou e hoa mā! As part of out wiki o te reo Māori coverage we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring one of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills. No pressure ae? ? Our first mihi is from Matthew Salmons, enjoy.
(sorry for the delay - we had some technical issues in getting the video to Neighbourly)
Link:www.facebook.com...

3102 days ago

FLORAL DESIGN CLASSES - Hornby Community Centre

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

Starting Wednesday 13th September, 10.30 am - 12pm.

This class - be guided through all steps to create you own special Orchid Design, perfect for a small gift or your own home. Have fun learning a new skill, a few basics of design and tips & hints as you go.
More classes to follow including… View more
Starting Wednesday 13th September, 10.30 am - 12pm.

This class - be guided through all steps to create you own special Orchid Design, perfect for a small gift or your own home. Have fun learning a new skill, a few basics of design and tips & hints as you go.
More classes to follow including Kokodama (Japanese moss balls), Christmas Wreaths and Christmas Table Design.

$20.00 per class

For more information go to www.nzgiftboxes.co.nz... or phone Sandy 0274 484 211. Alternatively talk to Linda at the Centre ph: 349-9793

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3095 days ago

2017 GENERAL ELECTION - ADVANCE VOTING HERE!!!

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

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3095 days ago

New traffic signal for busy Halswell intersection

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Do you use Halswell Junction/Springs Road for your daily commute?
A traffic signal is being installed to reduce congestion. bit.ly...

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3095 days ago

Maori Language Week 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We would like to celebrate Maori Language Week by learning one new saying each day through out the week. Here's day one:

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3095 days ago

Eat fresh, eat healthy - make your own veggie garden

Raewyn from Ilam

Simply Gardening - for beginner/learner gardeners, learn the skills and knowledge needed to set up a small veggie garden - practical skills learned, questions answered. Spread over 2 months to enable you to implement at home. 4 X Wednesdays 1.00-3.00pm Sept 20th, October 18th, November 15th & … View moreSimply Gardening - for beginner/learner gardeners, learn the skills and knowledge needed to set up a small veggie garden - practical skills learned, questions answered. Spread over 2 months to enable you to implement at home. 4 X Wednesdays 1.00-3.00pm Sept 20th, October 18th, November 15th & 22th. Pen, handouts supplied. $3.00 per session. Northcity Church building, 95A Sawyers Arms Rd, Papanui (next to railway). Registration required - Ph 375 0850 Karen/Raewyn 027 629 6668 (Raewyn)

3095 days ago

Voting is now open!

Electoral Commission

Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View more
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
Find out more

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3099 days ago

Steam Mop

Audry from Wigram

I am desperately looking for a steam mop, shark steam mop or similar. Please help, maybe someone knows where I can get one.

3096 days ago

CGHS student wins first Windsor Art Gallery high school art competition

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Congratulations to all the students who took part in the first Windsor Art Gallery competition last week. The judges had a hard time coming up with a winner. All entries are on show at the art gallery until September 20 - check out the next generation of brilliance today!

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3096 days ago

Need inspiration for the school holidays?

Ara Institute of Canterbury

With an exciting range of activities on offer, the school holidays are the perfect time for students in Years 9-13 to experience Ara and have a whole lot of fun while they’re at it.

Our holiday workshops aim to educate and entertain through hands-on experiences. There are opportunities to … View more
With an exciting range of activities on offer, the school holidays are the perfect time for students in Years 9-13 to experience Ara and have a whole lot of fun while they’re at it.

Our holiday workshops aim to educate and entertain through hands-on experiences. There are opportunities to build robots and rockets, launch a mission to Antarctica and explore Japanese language and culture. All of our October holiday workshops are FREE. To secure a place, register online today!
Find out more

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3097 days ago

Oilskin Coat for sale

Jane from Addington

Excellant condition. Hard wearing, will last a lifetime.
Hat is detachable and can be pulled tight round face..
4 front external pockets, 3 inside pockets (one of which is hidden).
Medium size (77cm length from neck and 62cm armpit to armpit).

Price: $175

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