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2349 days ago

Queen’s Birthday advice for South Island drivers

Elesha Gordon from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as … View more
The NZ Transport Agency is encouraging people in the South Island who are heading away for the long weekend, to plan ahead to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.

The Transport Agency has set up a traffic hot spot map, showing the areas which are the traditional long weekend congestion points, as well as predicted peak times.

Important tips from NZTA:
- Bear in mind localised events and winter conditions
- Allow extra time as weather and road conditions can change in a relatively short period of time at this time of year
- Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter driving and stocked with food, water and blankets in case of any delays.
- Central Otago drivers: The Brass Monkey Rally, Idaburn Dam, Oturehua: Please take care whether you are in a car or on a motorbike with many more motorcyclists using the highways leading to and from Idaburn Dam this long weekend.

Check the latest weather conditions and warnings here:
- Keep updated with - Metservice's weather updates.
- Motorists can get real-time information from 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49)
- Follow traffic updates at the NZTA website.

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2349 days ago

Biking Activities around Chch for June 2018

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

It might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see … View moreIt might be getting a bit frostier, but funnily enough the cycling action around Christchurch is just starting to hot up! A number of exciting bike-related activities are happening this month, both on and off your saddle, including films, rides, theatre, and cycle skills. More info, see cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

2368 days ago

CHRISTCHURCH COUNCIL AGAIN

Jude from Avondale

www.stuff.co.nz...

Does anyone else have a problem with fact that the council are only spending $32M on road smoothing, sealing and surfacing $115M and $206M on cycleways???? Also on their pie chart.... just what is it that comes under the heading of Various Unnamed Programmes at $325M. Enough … View more
www.stuff.co.nz...

Does anyone else have a problem with fact that the council are only spending $32M on road smoothing, sealing and surfacing $115M and $206M on cycleways???? Also on their pie chart.... just what is it that comes under the heading of Various Unnamed Programmes at $325M. Enough is enough i say...use this money more wisely and fix our city.

2349 days ago

Why did the chicken cross the road? *WIN*

Hell Pizza

There’s no punchy punchline here...she was just going to hang with her neighbours. Which is what you could be doing armed with five delicious back-by-popular-demand Death by Chicken pizzas.

Death by Chicken is the best way to go: we’re talking Free Range Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Red … View more
There’s no punchy punchline here...she was just going to hang with her neighbours. Which is what you could be doing armed with five delicious back-by-popular-demand Death by Chicken pizzas.

Death by Chicken is the best way to go: we’re talking Free Range Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Red Onions, Free Range Bacon, Mustard BBQ Sauce, topped with melted Swiss Cheese and Gherkin Mayo.

To celebrate the rebirth/revival of Death by Chicken, we’re giving SIX lucky Neighbourly member​s​ the chance to win five pizzas - for you and your neighbours.

Want your ‘hood in the draw? Just like or thank this post and we'll chuck you in the draw to win. ​Five Death by Chicken pizzas.

​Winners announced, Friday 08 June
​Quote: "Neighbourlychicken" to get free delivery for any order over $20
Order your pizza now!

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2350 days ago

What spot do you think most urgently needs to be made safer for pedestrians?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A busy central Christchurch street crossed daily by hundreds of students – and described by one as a "gamble" – is high on the city council's wish list for pedestrian safety upgrades.

The council maintains an active list of places it hopes to upgrade for pedestrian safety. … View more
A busy central Christchurch street crossed daily by hundreds of students – and described by one as a "gamble" – is high on the city council's wish list for pedestrian safety upgrades.

The council maintains an active list of places it hopes to upgrade for pedestrian safety. Staff said none of the projects on the list were scheduled yet.

Click the link below to see the list of spots on the council's wish list - and please tell us what spots you think should be added. (Let us know if you don't want your comments published).

2349 days ago

Are you excited to visit New Brighton Pier?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Christchurch,

Are you hoping to head to New Brighton beach this Queen's Birthday weekend? If so, you're in luck because it's pier is set to reopen on Saturday following a 16-month earthquake repair job. Are you happy to see the pier open once again? To read more, click here.

2349 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

Who doesn’t love a good quote?! 😍

With National Volunteer Week coming up next month (17-23 June) we’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW slogan.

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

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Who doesn’t love a good quote?! 😍

With National Volunteer Week coming up next month (17-23 June) we’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW slogan.

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

nationalvolunteerweek.nz...

Have a favourite volunteering quote? Share it below!

#NVW2018 #volunteering #newzealand

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2350 days ago

Poll: Would you live in a retirement village?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

New retirement villages are popping up everywhere, with some retirees so keen to get in they're putting down their money before building begins. But would you live in one or would you rather stay in your own home?

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New retirement villages are popping up everywhere, with some retirees so keen to get in they're putting down their money before building begins. But would you live in one or would you rather stay in your own home?

Find out more about the upsides, downsides and realities of retirement village living, and let us know what would influence (or already has influenced) your decision for or against it.

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Would you live in a retirement village?
  • 11.1% Yes, it's already on the agenda
    11.1% Complete
  • 51.2% Possibly, I wouldn't rule it out
    51.2% Complete
  • 37.7% No, it's not for me
    37.7% Complete
2274 votes
2350 days ago

Be The Roaster & Café Owner

ABC Business Sales

This popular café, started by the awesome team at Black & White Coffee Cartel, has a huge following due to the fantastic freshly roasted coffee (on-site is a micro roaster) and great city vibe. It is easy to see why they have achieved growth year on year with sales now in excess of $830,000.
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This popular café, started by the awesome team at Black & White Coffee Cartel, has a huge following due to the fantastic freshly roasted coffee (on-site is a micro roaster) and great city vibe. It is easy to see why they have achieved growth year on year with sales now in excess of $830,000.

This is a unique franchise system. You the owner, control the coffee process from start to finish. This is achieved through the on-site processes of roasting green beans – taking the raw product and transforming it into something magical.

It is currently running fully managed and would be perfectly suited to a passionate individual or partnership who understands what this café is all about.

If this sounds like you, please contact Sami today on 021 0297 8810.
Find out more!

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2350 days ago

Womens jeans sale

Brian from Finders Keepers

Starting tomorrow we have a rack of womens jeans all priced at $1.00. We have plenty of stock so the rack will be replenished throughout the day. Come and see us at 105 New Brighton Mall and get your share of Christchurch cheapest and best quality preloved clothing.

2363 days ago

Are the dead trees in central Christchurch an embarrassment to the Garden City?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

New plants in a central Christchurch park are dying and have to be replaced.

The $30 million taxpayer-funded Rauora Park opened in the city's east frame in December with 14,000 plants, including 312 trees. A large number are now dead or dying.

Crown rebuild company Ōtākaro says some … View more
New plants in a central Christchurch park are dying and have to be replaced.

The $30 million taxpayer-funded Rauora Park opened in the city's east frame in December with 14,000 plants, including 312 trees. A large number are now dead or dying.

Crown rebuild company Ōtākaro says some deaths were inevitable, but plant experts say the work was poorly planned and done with no respect for the plants.

2350 days ago

Recycling: keep it loose!

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Did you know bagged recyclable items cannot be processed as operators cannot open individual bags? This is due to around 25 tonnes of recycling getting processed every hour, so bagged items often end up at the landfill.
To avoid this, simply have recyclables and plastic bags loose when throwing … View more
Did you know bagged recyclable items cannot be processed as operators cannot open individual bags? This is due to around 25 tonnes of recycling getting processed every hour, so bagged items often end up at the landfill.
To avoid this, simply have recyclables and plastic bags loose when throwing them in the yellow bin.
Find out if you’re recycling the right way here: ccc.govt.nz/recycling

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2350 days ago

Fresh water on tap for Christchurch residents

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch residents are queuing at a free well to avoid drinking the chlorinated water coming from their taps.

The well can be found at Lotus at Siam Thai Day Spa on Ernlea Tce in Cashmere.

2351 days ago

Did you know houses where meth was smoked are considered safe?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Christchurch,

Did you know there's no risk to humans from third hand exposure to houses where methamphetamine has been consumed? A Government report found mould was a much larger health risk to tenants than meth residue. Would you live in a house where meth has been smoked? To read more … View more
Hi Christchurch,

Did you know there's no risk to humans from third hand exposure to houses where methamphetamine has been consumed? A Government report found mould was a much larger health risk to tenants than meth residue. Would you live in a house where meth has been smoked? To read more about the report, click here. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

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2350 days ago

Gym members can spin into action

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Gym junkies: who likes to spin?!
The popular spin classes at Council gyms will be included in membership fees from Friday.
For more information head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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