Somerfield, Christchurch

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807 days ago

'She was everyone's Nana': Flags at half-mast as Christchurch mourns the Queen's death

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Flags across the city are being lowered to half-mast as Christchurch joins the rest of the Commonwealth in mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

The Queen, the world’s longest serving monarch, died on Friday morning at Balmoral, Scotland, at the age of 96.

In Christchurch, which the … View more
Flags across the city are being lowered to half-mast as Christchurch joins the rest of the Commonwealth in mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

The Queen, the world’s longest serving monarch, died on Friday morning at Balmoral, Scotland, at the age of 96.

In Christchurch, which the Queen visited nine times during her reign, flags are being flown at half-mast and condolence books are being opened at civic centres.

Mayor Lianne Dalziel said the Royal Family had been ardent supporters of the city, for which its residents would “always be grateful”.

805 days ago

Neighbours, get stuck in with a subscription to NZ Gardener.

New Zealand Gardener

Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to … View more
Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to spend online at Awapuni.

Just visit Mags4Gifts to purchase your subscription, or if you’d rather talk to one of our friendly staff members, call 0800 624 744. Offer valid for 1 and 2 year subscriptions at the normal rate.

T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ Gardener
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807 days ago

Native plants for sale

Patricia from Spreydon

Native plants $4 each Hebes sub alpina, cupriodes, buchanni, & others, lancewood trees. Contact Pat 022 305 4030 or email pat@slingshot.co.nz

Price: $4

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807 days ago

Selwyn CultureFest starts this weekend!

Selwyn District Council

Take your senses on a trip around the world! Enjoy performances, games, international stalls and food at Lincoln Domain this Sunday from 10am to 4pm.

The CultureFest celebrations continue at our two-week series of events. From dance classes, sport sessions, displays and art activities, there’s… View more
Take your senses on a trip around the world! Enjoy performances, games, international stalls and food at Lincoln Domain this Sunday from 10am to 4pm.

The CultureFest celebrations continue at our two-week series of events. From dance classes, sport sessions, displays and art activities, there’s plenty of events to keep you entertained.

Pick up a brochure from a Selwyn facility or check out the events online.
Find out more

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808 days ago

Your chance to win a 1-year subscription worth $101

NZ House and Garden

Hey Neighbours, add a touch of luxury to your home and lose yourself in the pages of NZ's favourite home & lifestyle magazine. Between now and 2 October, we have your chance to win 1 of 10 NZ House & Garden subscriptions worth $101.

Simply enter your details online and you're … View more
Hey Neighbours, add a touch of luxury to your home and lose yourself in the pages of NZ's favourite home & lifestyle magazine. Between now and 2 October, we have your chance to win 1 of 10 NZ House & Garden subscriptions worth $101.

Simply enter your details online and you're in the draw.
Find out more

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808 days ago

Who we are and what we do

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

Looking to find out more about who we are and what we do? Watch this awesome video we've put together about the Foundation on our website💚

809 days ago

International Literacy Day

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

International Literacy Day is observed worldwide on September 8, 2022. Literacy unlocks human potential and is the cornerstone of development. It leads to better health, better employment opportunities, and safer and more stable societies. Developing literacy skills in the early years is crucial to… View moreInternational Literacy Day is observed worldwide on September 8, 2022. Literacy unlocks human potential and is the cornerstone of development. It leads to better health, better employment opportunities, and safer and more stable societies. Developing literacy skills in the early years is crucial to a child’s success in school and later in life.

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810 days ago

Neighbourhood wide garage sale day.

Sarah from Waltham

Come along and find some great bargains.
All welcome.

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810 days ago

Finding mobile phone shopping hard work?

The Team from NZ Compare

We use our mobiles in almost every part of our life right?! They keep us up to date and connected with loved ones. They need to be fit for purpose!

So when it comes to choosing a new phone, it’s important to find one that meets your needs, including your budget. Don’t spend hours going from … View more
We use our mobiles in almost every part of our life right?! They keep us up to date and connected with loved ones. They need to be fit for purpose!

So when it comes to choosing a new phone, it’s important to find one that meets your needs, including your budget. Don’t spend hours going from site to site, shop to shop only to get stuck with a phone that really wasn’t what you wanted! Read PriceMe’s Mobile Phone buying guide for tips, then use PriceMe to compare all mobile phones and stockists without even leaving your couch. Easy right!
Read our guide

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810 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.

An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
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For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo.

An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world. Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.

We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including those at the world-class Whangara Farms.
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814 days ago

Raffle

Sarah from Waltham

Goods for Cans and the Phillipstown Community Hub are having a raffle.
Great prizes.
All funds raised go to support our food pantry.
Pop into the hub to purchase a ticket or pm me for more details.

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811 days ago

International Read a Book Day

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

For some people, reading is their ultimate form of relaxation and fun! For others, reading can seem like a bit of a chore. No matter what category you fall into, we encourage you to embrace National Read a Book Day. Usually, it is simply about finding the right book for you. From memoirs to sci-fi;… View moreFor some people, reading is their ultimate form of relaxation and fun! For others, reading can seem like a bit of a chore. No matter what category you fall into, we encourage you to embrace National Read a Book Day. Usually, it is simply about finding the right book for you. From memoirs to sci-fi; there are so many different types of books out there today. Use National Read a Book Day to find the perfect book for you to really get stuck into!

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813 days ago

STOLEN CAR!!! BLUE TOYOTA AQUA MYQ168

Aimee from Spreydon

CAR STOLEN!!!

Toyota Aqua 2015 stolen between 7.30pm and 11.30pm outside 43 diamond ave in spreydon.
Please keep an eye out!
Police report has been filed
Number plate MYQ168

825 days ago

Still Missing - Small Tabby Cat

Melody-Jane from Somerfield

UPDATE 18.08.22: Timmy Jarrah is still missing. Phoned around vets, spca, ccc, spoke to neighbours. Looked on websites. Left bedding and food out for him...will keep looking and calling. Thank you to everyone looking out for him.

16.08.22: Has anyone seen our cat Timmy Jarrah...he's not quite… View more
UPDATE 18.08.22: Timmy Jarrah is still missing. Phoned around vets, spca, ccc, spoke to neighbours. Looked on websites. Left bedding and food out for him...will keep looking and calling. Thank you to everyone looking out for him.

16.08.22: Has anyone seen our cat Timmy Jarrah...he's not quite one years old so a smaller cat...been missing since last night but usually comes home to sleep with us then again to eat throughout the day. We tried to keep a collar on him with name and number but he kept losing it. He is microchipped though. Rose Street, Lyttelton Street end.

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812 days ago

Shelving unit on castors - bookcase on wheels - dvd storage rack

Grant from Halswell

This double-sided shelving unit was originally used in a video rental store - long out of business.

Has been cut down to half the original length, so now approx 1,265mm long.

Has 5 shelves on each side. Shelf depth is approx 130mm deep.

Each shelf will hold approx 80 dvds or approx 40 … View more
This double-sided shelving unit was originally used in a video rental store - long out of business.

Has been cut down to half the original length, so now approx 1,265mm long.

Has 5 shelves on each side. Shelf depth is approx 130mm deep.

Each shelf will hold approx 80 dvds or approx 40 books or 40 videotapes.

Is wilder at base than at top as shelves are tiered. Approx 540mm wide at base and 330mm wide at top.

White shelves and pine look panel on one end.

Great for a library of books or movie collection or use it to display a range of items.

Pick up from Halswell, Christchurch.

Price: $40

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