Sockburn, Christchurch

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564 days ago

Bookarama

Marina from Avonhead

I just came across this article: www.stuff.co.nz...
Now I know why only rubbishy books were available during recent Bookaramas. Who donates their good books to Rotary so booksellers can make a heap of money? Bookarama is a community event, not an opportunity for book sellers to make a huge profit.… View more
I just came across this article: www.stuff.co.nz...
Now I know why only rubbishy books were available during recent Bookaramas. Who donates their good books to Rotary so booksellers can make a heap of money? Bookarama is a community event, not an opportunity for book sellers to make a huge profit. Everyone should have the same chances. It's absolute bollocks that they put out more quality books. What they put out at the start is what was donated recently. Once the shelves get empty, they replenish with what was left over from the previous Bookarama. They should only allow bags up to a certain size. That would solve the problem and everyone would have the same chance.

562 days ago

Window Cleaning

Heather from Sills and Frills Window Washing

Still looking for a perfect gift for your mum this Mother's Day?
Get her the gift of clean windows, a gift that will keep giving for months to come.
Contact Heather on 0221871055 or heather@sillsandfrills.co.nz for an affordable and reliable service for you and your mum.

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562 days ago

Branching out!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Bring a bit of nature inside with a simple tree mural in Resene colours.

Find out how to add colour to you child's room with this handy advice.

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562 days ago

Unpleasant surprise in your bill?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free … View more
Talk to your provider and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

TDR helps over 3,000 Kiwis every year with their telco troubles. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact us online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
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566 days ago

Poll: Would you like NZ to become a republic?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be … View more
The King's coronation took place over the weekend which saw our Prime Minister pledging allegiance to King Charles III. Do you think Aotearoa should say goodbye to the royal family?
Share your thoughts and reasons below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Would you like NZ to become a republic?
  • 26.7% Yes, we should be an independent country
    26.7% Complete
  • 67.9% No, I want NZ to stick with the monarchy
    67.9% Complete
  • 5.3% I'm not sure
    5.3% Complete
6436 votes
564 days ago

COMBINATION OF ELECTRICITY, HOME PHONE & FIBRE WIFI

Daisy from Addington

Hi Neighbours, we are in need of reliable and trustworthy advice from lovely neighbours.
What is the best and reliable company in NZ to buy a 'bundle package" for electricity, unlimited wifi and home phone line please? With prices going up, we need to adjust our cost asap. Thank you for… View more
Hi Neighbours, we are in need of reliable and trustworthy advice from lovely neighbours.
What is the best and reliable company in NZ to buy a 'bundle package" for electricity, unlimited wifi and home phone line please? With prices going up, we need to adjust our cost asap. Thank you for any tips.

564 days ago

The cost of living is going up...

The Team from NZ Compare

But your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!

It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!

It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. … View more
But your Broadband and Power bills don't need to Neighbours!

It can be stressful to find more ways to save money. Comparing your bills using NZ Compare is one simple way you can cut costs!

It only takes a couple of minutes to check if you're on the right plan, for the right price. Remember the longer you leave it, the more money you could be choosing to spend instead of SAVE.

Read our guide on how to save on your Broadband and Power bills OR ring our NZ-based Customer Support Team on 0508 226 672 Monday-Friday 10am-6pm. They're here to help!
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571 days ago

Are you celebrating the King's coronation? How?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

King Charles III will be offically crowned on Saturday (NZ time) at Westminster Abbey. It will be the first coronation ceremony since Queen Elizabeth II's in 1953.
In other words, it's a very big deal for Great Britain and the rest of the Commonwealth.

Will you be celebrating King … View more
King Charles III will be offically crowned on Saturday (NZ time) at Westminster Abbey. It will be the first coronation ceremony since Queen Elizabeth II's in 1953.
In other words, it's a very big deal for Great Britain and the rest of the Commonwealth.

Will you be celebrating King Charles' coronation? We want to hear the details.

Are you having a party at your place, and who's invited?
Will you dress up in fancy dress or a costume?
Are you decorating your house? Or celebrating another way? Share your plans, or tell us what the coronation means to you (or doesn't mean) in the comments below.

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566 days ago

Live Stronger for Longer

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Download the free Nymbl app, and with just 10 minutes a day you can stay active and improve your balance. Find out more

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582 days ago

Double bed

Rachel from Russley

Am looking to buy a double bed but it’s hard to find what I’m looking for.
I’m looking for a quality bed that’s light and easy to transport, but also sturdy.
The mattress ideally would be 32cm high, plush top, innerspring pockets and soft to sleep on. Can’t be a firm mattress.
Please … View more
Am looking to buy a double bed but it’s hard to find what I’m looking for.
I’m looking for a quality bed that’s light and easy to transport, but also sturdy.
The mattress ideally would be 32cm high, plush top, innerspring pockets and soft to sleep on. Can’t be a firm mattress.
Please message me if you have a bed for sale, your location etc.
Thank you

567 days ago

Pure South Grass Fed Beef, Lamb and Venison

Puresouthshop.com

Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable … View more
Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable environmental care. We produce world class grass fed red meat with a flavourful taste and tender eating quality.

Produce of Alliance, New Zealand’s only 100% farmer-owned red meat co-operative.
Shop now

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569 days ago

Tech Support and Computer Repairs

Andrew King from The Computer Trainers - Tech Support

Looking for user-friendly computer repairs and tech support? I can help with technical support, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery and generally just making technology work.

Andrew King
021 116-7074

569 days ago

Do you need Curtains to help keep you warm? Can you donate some curtains?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Why curtains are important
Good quality, lined curtains that fit your windows well are an essential part of a warm, energy efficient home. If your curtains are thin, single layered, torn, or poorly fitting, they should be replaced. Even the energy efficiency of double-glazed windows is improved … View more
Why curtains are important
Good quality, lined curtains that fit your windows well are an essential part of a warm, energy efficient home. If your curtains are thin, single layered, torn, or poorly fitting, they should be replaced. Even the energy efficiency of double-glazed windows is improved with good curtains.

Curtain Bank
The Curtain Bank (CEA) collect donated second hand curtains and give them away to households who cannot afford curtains. Curtains from their Curtain Bank are available to anyone in need, you do not need a Community Services Card. Curtains are also available for rental properties. Their recycled curtains will be double-layered and resized where required.

Donating Curtains
If you have curtains you can donate see the link for times and locations where you can drop them off.

Check out the link under 'Read More' to apply for curtains.

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569 days ago

Garden on the go

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Create a mini kitchen garden and add a pop of Resene colour with this fun project.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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573 days ago

Poll: Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest … View moreThe month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest band/artist.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?
  • 49.5% Crowded House
    49.5% Complete
  • 5.8% Lorde
    5.8% Complete
  • 3.1% Bic Runga
    3.1% Complete
  • 1% Benee
    1% Complete
  • 23.8% Dave Dobbyn
    23.8% Complete
  • 1.3% OMC
    1.3% Complete
  • 15.6% SIX60
    15.6% Complete
2713 votes
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