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2203 days ago

Car Accident Bassett Street/New Brighton Round about.

Helen from Burwood

Hi All. On Sunday 9th September at approx. 2pm I was sitting stationary at the roundabout on New Brighton Road turning left into Bassett Street when I was hit from behind. The person I was hit by did stop, but unfortunately gave me a bogus number. I'm now left to cover the excess unless … View moreHi All. On Sunday 9th September at approx. 2pm I was sitting stationary at the roundabout on New Brighton Road turning left into Bassett Street when I was hit from behind. The person I was hit by did stop, but unfortunately gave me a bogus number. I'm now left to cover the excess unless anyone else saw this and can help. There were several other vehicles at the time that witnessed this. I was driving a dark gunmetal Grey Holden and the car in question was a white Toyota Wish. If Anyone remembers seeing this and can help it would be greatly received. Many Thanks

2200 days ago

Kitty Kast-off's event coming up

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

We are looking donation's of good quality clothes and accessories for an secondhand clothing sale (called Kitty Kast-off's) on the 20th of October at the Sydenham Community Centre.


Great time to Spring Clean.!!!


I have attached a poster for you to look at (which shows contact … View more
We are looking donation's of good quality clothes and accessories for an secondhand clothing sale (called Kitty Kast-off's) on the 20th of October at the Sydenham Community Centre.


Great time to Spring Clean.!!!


I have attached a poster for you to look at (which shows contact details if you have any clothes to donate.) and if you could print and put at your workplace, or drop in your neighbours letter box, Cat Rescue and the cats would say a big MEOW thank you.


Thanks

Kitty Kast-offs (1).pdf Download View

2204 days ago

Watch: Do you know what can and can't be recycled?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Plastic supermarket bags and Tetra Pak cartons will no longer be accepted in Christchurch's kerbside recycling bin. The City Council has said it is not in a position to accept the items in the yellow bins. Click here to read more about this.

These items now have to go in the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Plastic supermarket bags and Tetra Pak cartons will no longer be accepted in Christchurch's kerbside recycling bin. The City Council has said it is not in a position to accept the items in the yellow bins. Click here to read more about this.

These items now have to go in the red rubbish bin, however plastic bags can be dropped off at special recycling bins at supermarkets. Visit ccc.govt.nz for a full list of what can be recycled.

What are your thoughts on this? What do you think needs to be done to fix our landfill-problem? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

2201 days ago

Subscribe to NZ Gardener's weekly ezine Get Growing and get free herb seeds!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)

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2201 days ago

Free entry to Hohepa Art & Sculpture Exhibition

Hohepa Canterbury

Hohepa Canterbury is hosting a fundraising Art & Sculpture Exhibition. The artworks are all for sale, and include works by Llew Summers, Dick Frizzell, Don Service, Marian Maguire, Ben Reid and 50 more artists!

Entry is free on Saturday and Sunday, and Opening Night tickets are available … View more
Hohepa Canterbury is hosting a fundraising Art & Sculpture Exhibition. The artworks are all for sale, and include works by Llew Summers, Dick Frizzell, Don Service, Marian Maguire, Ben Reid and 50 more artists!

Entry is free on Saturday and Sunday, and Opening Night tickets are available from our website. Cheeses, candles, wooden toys and other crafts made by the Hohepa community will also be on sale.

Hohepa Canterbury supports adults with an intellectual disability, guided by the principles of Rudolf Steiner. This is a great opportunity to support them, view beautiful art and sculpture, and learn a little more about Hohepa.
Find out more!

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2202 days ago

*WIN* an eco grocery shopping pack!

Croco

Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our … View more
Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our eco grocery shopping packs are on sale now. Each pack includes our 4 piece 100% organic cotton eco bags and a set of 2 cotton mesh string bags.

Croco reusable grocery bags are:
- all natural and chemical free
- lightweight and foldable
- can be easily stuffed in your pocket, purse or glove box
- machine washable in cold water

Ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some Croco eco grocery bags in your handbag or in the back of your car.

Don't forget to LIKE or THANK this post by Sunday 30th September 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
Order now and save!

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2202 days ago

Solid tiling business now for sale

ABC Business Sales

A & H Tiling has been around for over 25 years. On the market for the first time and it's waiting for a driven new owner to take it forward!

As there is an experienced team in place, a new owner is easily able to follow suit and put their focus into the sales side of the business.

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A & H Tiling has been around for over 25 years. On the market for the first time and it's waiting for a driven new owner to take it forward!

As there is an experienced team in place, a new owner is easily able to follow suit and put their focus into the sales side of the business.

Products are sourced from suppliers directly from Europe.

For the 2018 financial year, the business had total sales of around $3.2m with a return to the owner of over $270,000.
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2203 days ago

Top Soil

Dean from Burwood

Hi I have top soil taken from garden areas available for free removal.
Has some small plant roots

Free

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2203 days ago

Poll: Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The annual refugee quota will lift from 1000 to 1500 by July 2020, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this week. Before 2016 the refugee quota sat static at 750 for 30 years, well behind many other western nations. The National Government then raised it to 1000. Is it enough?

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Should New Zealand take in 1500 refugees? Is it enough?
  • 19% Yes, we should take more
    19% Complete
  • 18.2% No, 1500 is enough
    18.2% Complete
  • 58.1% No - we shouldn't be taking so many
    58.1% Complete
  • 3.6% Don't mind either way
    3.6% Complete
  • 1.1% No opinion
    1.1% Complete
4134 votes
2204 days ago

Dog owners prepare for tighter restraint laws

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A dog owner who believes all dogs in moving vehicles should be restrained is applauding new animal welfare regulations coming into force soon.

From next month, the regulations can mean fines for dog owners who don't have their pooches restrained on moving vehicles. Dogs on the back of a … View more
A dog owner who believes all dogs in moving vehicles should be restrained is applauding new animal welfare regulations coming into force soon.

From next month, the regulations can mean fines for dog owners who don't have their pooches restrained on moving vehicles. Dogs on the back of a truck, trailer or ute, travelling on a public road, had to be tied up with a leash or rope, if not in a cage or crate.

Those caught breaking that law could be fined up to $900 under new Animal Welfare Regulations from next month. Read more from Stuff here

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2204 days ago

We're proud to support CanTeen.

Warehouse Stationery

When young people are living with cancer, education tends to take a back seat. Help young people get their education back on track by donating to CanTeen at your local Warehouse Stationery store today.

Warehouse Stationery, partnering with you for a better community.
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2214 days ago

Did you know it's Māori language week? This Christchurch woman says learning te reo is a way to appreciate NZ's wider heritage

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Jess Matthews considers herself to be a pretty typical New Zealander – but where she differs from most Pākehā is that she speaks te reo Māori.

From knowing nothing but the basics eight years ago, she and her husband now raise their children as both English and Māori speakers and she says … View more
Jess Matthews considers herself to be a pretty typical New Zealander – but where she differs from most Pākehā is that she speaks te reo Māori.

From knowing nothing but the basics eight years ago, she and her husband now raise their children as both English and Māori speakers and she says that anyone can learn the language.

2205 days ago

POP UP MARKET

Julie Williams from Aranui Handiscope

Good morning everyone. Just to let you know that Aranui Handiscope is holding it's next MARKET next FRIDAY 28th September  4- 6pm. At St Ambrose Church 309 Breezes Road. We held our first one last month, although the weather was against us - we all had a lovely time inside. So many wonderful … View moreGood morning everyone. Just to let you know that Aranui Handiscope is holding it's next MARKET next FRIDAY 28th September  4- 6pm. At St Ambrose Church 309 Breezes Road. We held our first one last month, although the weather was against us - we all had a lovely time inside. So many wonderful items and at great bargins for everyone. So come on down next week and check us out, as lots of wonderful stalls. Any information give me a call. Julie ( supervisor for Aranui Handiscope ) 3884 184 or 027 4518 796

2205 days ago

Do you have problems with hearing?

The Team at Hear Again in the Hub, Hornby, will put any concerns you may have about your ears or hearing quickly to bed. They take the time to listen, get to know you and fully assess how they can help.

Using micro-suction, ear-wax can be removed simply and comfortably; usually providing an … View more
The Team at Hear Again in the Hub, Hornby, will put any concerns you may have about your ears or hearing quickly to bed. They take the time to listen, get to know you and fully assess how they can help.

Using micro-suction, ear-wax can be removed simply and comfortably; usually providing an instant result. A FREE Initial Hearing Assessment will quickly establish if you need further assistance, and with high-quality hearing aids available from only $495, fitted and personalised (terms and conditions apply), they can also allay any concerns about the costs involved.

Call the friendly, professional team today on 03 974 1658.
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2205 days ago

Biketober Christchurch 2018 is nearly here!

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

It's now less than two weeks before Biketober returns to Christchurch, with a month-long festival of rides, community/social events, maintenance workshops, a bike expo weekend, and much more. Last year more than 60 events crammed the calendar and 2018 promises to be just as tantalising!


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It's now less than two weeks before Biketober returns to Christchurch, with a month-long festival of rides, community/social events, maintenance workshops, a bike expo weekend, and much more. Last year more than 60 events crammed the calendar and 2018 promises to be just as tantalising!


Check out the Biketober website (www.biketober.nz...) for the full programme of activities. This includes the "Pedal into Spring" extravaganza of 12 central city rides to choose from on Oct 6th, and the return of the NZ Bike Expo on Oct 13-14th. Pick up a Biketober Passport and bike to 40 different retail destinations for discounts, special deals and the chance to win great prizes at the end of the month.


Whether you're a regular commuter, hard-core MTBer/roadie, recreational rider with the family, or maybe just thinking about getting into biking, Biketober has something for everyone! So check out the programme and mark a few things on your calendar...

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