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2242 days ago

Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.

2242 days ago

Timebands, Parental Locks and Classifications

BSA

Do you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?

The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on… View more
Do you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?

The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on free-to-air television and want to hear what you think.

We will be holding a public meeting in Christchurch where you can get more information and ask questions. It will be on Wednesday 22 August at Christchurch Community House from 10.30am-12.30pm, please register on our website if you plan to attend.

You can also find out what is being considered and give your feedback through our 5-10-minute online survey.

Email us at info@bsa.govt.nz or visit the website for more information.
Complete our survey here!

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2242 days ago

Free info sessions in Christchurch!

Scenic Tours

Join Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Christchurch on Tuesday 21 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you … View moreJoin Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Christchurch on Tuesday 21 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you plan your next dream holiday.

Exclusive offers available only on the day. Strictly limited spaces – secure your seat now.
Find out more

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2243 days ago

Bringing the Indian journey into focus

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Photo exhibition Mokaa - The Land of Opportunity kicks off today, celebrating 125 years of Indians in NZ.
Come by our Civic Offices this week or next and check it out!
For more info, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2243 days ago

Food recall: Havoc Farm Pork brand ham products

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Havoc Farm Pork is recalling all batches and dates of its Havoc Farm Pork brand ham products due to a lack of process control. These products are sold in plastic vacuumed packs of varying sizes with a Havoc Farm Pork sticker as pictured below.

Affected product should not be consumed. There have … View more
Havoc Farm Pork is recalling all batches and dates of its Havoc Farm Pork brand ham products due to a lack of process control. These products are sold in plastic vacuumed packs of varying sizes with a Havoc Farm Pork sticker as pictured below.

Affected product should not be consumed. There have been no reports of illness, however, if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.

The products are sold in the following retail stores:

Commonsense Organics stores throughout the North Island
Raeward Fresh Queenstown, 53 Robins Road, Queenstown
Soul Food, 74 Ardmore SHatreet, Wanaka
Liberty Market, 493 Moorhouse Ave, Christchurch
Otago Farmers Market, Dunedin Railway Station, Dunedin
Havoc Farm Pork Factory store, 759 Kaikorai Valley Road, Dunedin.

If you have questions, contact Havoc Farm Pork:

Phone: 03 488 1389
Address: 759 Kaikorai Valley Road, Dunedin.

Source: mpi.govt.nz/

2244 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Share them on our page, and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

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2245 days ago

Looking for experienced tax and business advisors?

McCoy & Co Accountants and Advisors

McCoy & Co is a results-driven, technology-focused advisory firm. Our goal is to partner with our clients to ensure a strategic and considered approach to business planning and development.

We have expanded our skills with the introduction of a dedicated cloud software specialist, Josh … View more
McCoy & Co is a results-driven, technology-focused advisory firm. Our goal is to partner with our clients to ensure a strategic and considered approach to business planning and development.

We have expanded our skills with the introduction of a dedicated cloud software specialist, Josh Wilson (centre), and our new, legally trained specialist tax director, Julia Johnston (left) and our experienced compliance director, Rachael Meates (right).

Ask us how we can help:
- Want your software to work harder & smarter? Talk to Josh today.
- Do you need a second opinion on a tax matter that is worrying you? Let Julia take care of it.
- Are you not getting what you need from your current accountant? Speak to Rachael about Financial Reporting

Not happy with your current advisor? Contact McCoy & Co today.
Learn more

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2246 days ago

Your weekend event guide

The Team from Christchurch City Council

It's a busy weekend ahead with Botanic D'Lights, Game of Three Halves, Disney on Ice and more!
Check out our weekend guide on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2246 days ago

New Queen bed for Sale

Lyn from Wainoni

Near new Quqlity queen bed for sale. Cost over $2000 for sale $550 only selling to down sizing.Pick up Beckenham. ph. 3387119 or 0277462286

Negotiable

2247 days ago

Legal Advice

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Do you know how to find a good lawyer, and where you can get legal advice if you can't afford a lawyer? We do run free legal advice clinics at our City and West Branches on Thursdays, or we can give you details of other legal services. Please call us for details on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR … View moreDo you know how to find a good lawyer, and where you can get legal advice if you can't afford a lawyer? We do run free legal advice clinics at our City and West Branches on Thursdays, or we can give you details of other legal services. Please call us for details on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB) or check our website for further information.
www.cab.org.nz...

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2247 days ago

August Open Days at Alpine View

Alpine View

Alpine View Lifestyle Village is a new generation retirement village in Waitikiri, Christchurch. Alpine View offers a full continuum of care with options including: independent houses, serviced houses, serviced apartments, rest home and hospital level care.

At Alpine View we recognise that … View more
Alpine View Lifestyle Village is a new generation retirement village in Waitikiri, Christchurch. Alpine View offers a full continuum of care with options including: independent houses, serviced houses, serviced apartments, rest home and hospital level care.

At Alpine View we recognise that ‘Lifestyle is one of our most powerful medicines.’ We create; places, spaces, facilities, homes, food, events and activities that we, ourselves, would want!

Come along to one of our open days to enjoy a tour of our village.
When: Sunday 12th & Monday 13th August, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Alpine View Lifestyle Village, 448 Prestons Road, Waitikiri

For further information contact us on:
Phone: 03 383 1333
Email: Reception@alpineview.co.nz
Website: www.alpineview.co.nz
Find out more!

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2248 days ago

Poll: Does the South Island have cultural cringe about our native plants?

Jo McCarroll Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Fiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the … View moreFiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the South Island think?

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Does the South Island have cultural cringe about our native plants?
  • 19.3% I grow heaps of natives and I'm in the South Island.
    19.3% Complete
  • 22.3% I'm in the South Island and I love pretty flowers, edibles and exotics.
    22.3% Complete
  • 22% I'm in the North Island and it's all natives at my place.
    22% Complete
  • 36.4% I love pretty flowers, edibles and exotics and I'm in the North Island.
    36.4% Complete
264 votes
2248 days ago

Spa Pool Sale starts this Friday

Alpine Spas

Hi neighbours, it’s Josh and the team here from the Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).

We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from … View more
Hi neighbours, it’s Josh and the team here from the Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).

We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from just $3,995. Or grab yourself a bargain with some of our lowest prices ever on Sellout Spas!

But you’ll have to hurry, as these deals will be available for 4 days only!

We are located at 105 Blenheim Rd, Riccarton and would love to see you!

Josh Townsend
Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom Manager
Check out our range

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2248 days ago

Vintage bargains

Brian from Finders Keepers

We have just got in a range of great vintage stock.
We have a full rack of dress, skirts and tops from the 60's, 70's and 80's and the best thing is that nothing is priced more than $20.
First in best dressed.

2248 days ago

Council finalises upgrade plan for 72 wells

The Team from Christchurch City Council

We've confirmed details for upgrading 72 wells, which will move us towards more unchlorinated water city-wide.
For the latest water update, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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