South New Brighton, Christchurch

2737 days ago

Heading into town this weekend?

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

The Crossing Car Park building is currently closed until next Wednesday (12 April). Good news though, plenty of parking is available in the Hereford car park building, as well as the West End car park building, entrance off Cashel St. You can plan your trip here: www.ccc.govt.nz...

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2737 days ago

Fancy a game of footy this weekend? You may want to rethink your plans.

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Although the rain has cleared the fields remain very soggy.

“The risk of significant damage impacting the entire season from one weekend of use is too great so we’ve made the decision to close the fields," - Christchurch City Council Head of Parks Andrew Rutledge.

Read more at … View more
Although the rain has cleared the fields remain very soggy.

“The risk of significant damage impacting the entire season from one weekend of use is too great so we’ve made the decision to close the fields," - Christchurch City Council Head of Parks Andrew Rutledge.

Read more at NEWSLINE.

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2738 days ago

Annual Plan 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

#cccplan We are looking at ways to make our recreation facilities more accessible. One of the proposals included in our Draft Annual Plan is free swimming lessons for those who find the cost a barrier. This would mean a rates increase of 30 cents per year for the average household.
Do you think … View more
#cccplan We are looking at ways to make our recreation facilities more accessible. One of the proposals included in our Draft Annual Plan is free swimming lessons for those who find the cost a barrier. This would mean a rates increase of 30 cents per year for the average household.
Do you think this is a good idea?

You can make a formal submission here: ccc.govt.nz...

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2759 days ago

Kitchen, desk and keyboard to give away

Jan from South New Brighton

We are replacing our kitchen and want to dispose of the old one. We are happy to give it away in exchange for someone taking out the old one and taking it away. It includes a fridge and freezer (side by side stand alone type), an oven, a sink unit, a pantry and various other cupboards and … View moreWe are replacing our kitchen and want to dispose of the old one. We are happy to give it away in exchange for someone taking out the old one and taking it away. It includes a fridge and freezer (side by side stand alone type), an oven, a sink unit, a pantry and various other cupboards and drawers. The bench is a darkish green colour and the cabinets are a lighter toning green. We are thinking it will be ready to go early May at this stage. Please phone Jan, 027 552 8769, if you want to come and have a look or I can send photos.

We also have a corner computer desk and a computer keyboard to give away.

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2738 days ago

You're invited to our FREE New Home Builder's session

The Team from Jennian Homes

Building a new home is exciting - except when you have an 'OH NO' moment. We'd like to invite you to meet your local Jennian Homes team at our FREE upcoming New Home Builders’ Information Session.
Here's a little of what we'll cover off:
• How best to establish … View more
Building a new home is exciting - except when you have an 'OH NO' moment. We'd like to invite you to meet your local Jennian Homes team at our FREE upcoming New Home Builders’ Information Session.
Here's a little of what we'll cover off:
• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money by building an environmentally friendly home
• How to plan a home you've always wanted
As your local team, we'd love to share our construction industry and knowledge to ensure you're well prepared for your home building journey. It's a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have around designing your dream home.

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments; find out more at jennianinfo.com
Book now

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2738 days ago

Drivers warned to take extra care as surface flooding hits

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Surface flooding is causing some issues on roads around Christchurch and Banks Peninsula as rain continues to fall.

Riverlaw Tce between Tennyson St and Wilsons Rd has been closed because of flooding while other roads around the Heathcote are being closely monitored.

One lane of Fitzgerald … View more
Surface flooding is causing some issues on roads around Christchurch and Banks Peninsula as rain continues to fall.

Riverlaw Tce between Tennyson St and Wilsons Rd has been closed because of flooding while other roads around the Heathcote are being closely monitored.

One lane of Fitzgerald Ave, north of Kilmore St, has also been closed to traffic because of surface flooding.

On Banks Peninsula the State Highway is close to flooding at Cooptown and Little River.

For more information visit: ccc.govt.nz...

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2738 days ago

Heading into the Central City?

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

The Crossing car park on Lichfield Street will be closed from today, re-opening on Monday, to allow construction work to be completed and parking technology to be installed. After that it will become a paid car park offering more than 400 short term carparks. Two new parking options have opened up … View moreThe Crossing car park on Lichfield Street will be closed from today, re-opening on Monday, to allow construction work to be completed and parking technology to be installed. After that it will become a paid car park offering more than 400 short term carparks. Two new parking options have opened up this week, the Hereford Carpark, near the corner of Colombo St has about 570 parking spaces, and The West End car park, between Hereford and Cashel Street, accessed via Cashel Street, with about 265 short-term public parking spaces.
Visit Parksmart: www.ccc.govt.nz... for central city parking options.

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2738 days ago

Important info for those affected by Cyclone Debbie

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Cyclone Debbie is causing devastation around the country including serious flooding, landslides, road closures and evacuations. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you're kept up-to-date and best prepared.
• For live updates on how Cyclone Debbie is affecting your community … View more
Cyclone Debbie is causing devastation around the country including serious flooding, landslides, road closures and evacuations. Here are a few things you can do to ensure you're kept up-to-date and best prepared.
• For live updates on how Cyclone Debbie is affecting your community visit the Stuff Live blog.
• To send or receive urgent updates on time-sensitive emergency events in your community, sign up for Neighbourly Urgent Alerts. These are completely free to send and receive, and can be sent as a SMS text message or email.
• If you can support a neighbour in need, please share details of how you help on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Make a post now.
• To spread the word and notify others of what's happening around your neighbourhood contact your local reporter to share details and/or photos
Get live updates

2739 days ago

Homemade hot cross buns straight out of the oven!

FreshChoice New Zealand

You can't beat freshly baked hot cross buns straight out the oven! Warm yourself this Autumn with this scrumptious homemade hot cross bun recipe. Invite your friends, family and neighbours over and serve with butter and a jam of your choosing. These also make a perfect packed snack if … View moreYou can't beat freshly baked hot cross buns straight out the oven! Warm yourself this Autumn with this scrumptious homemade hot cross bun recipe. Invite your friends, family and neighbours over and serve with butter and a jam of your choosing. These also make a perfect packed snack if you're heading away for the long weekend!

Want more recipes from us? Join your local foodies group!
Check out the recipe!

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2739 days ago

Christchurch is in for a wet 24 hours

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Cyclone Debbie is bringing steady rain to Christchurch, so we're setting up temporary pumps as a precaution. The worst of the rain is expected to hit Christchurch this afternoon and overnight.

Council contractors have been out clearing grates, checking pumps and making sure the drainage … View more
Cyclone Debbie is bringing steady rain to Christchurch, so we're setting up temporary pumps as a precaution. The worst of the rain is expected to hit Christchurch this afternoon and overnight.

Council contractors have been out clearing grates, checking pumps and making sure the drainage network is operating as it should. If you spot a blocked or overflowing public street drain you can report it to the Council’s Contact Centre.

For all you need to know click here.
Learn more

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2739 days ago

Annual Plan 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Check out some examples of the types of projects that are in this year’s Draft Annual Plan #cccplan

More information on what's planned here: bit.ly...

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2739 days ago

Register a Great Community Clean Up Event and WIN!

The Warehouse New Zealand

Do you care about how your community looks? The Great Community Clean Up is all about taking ownership of the places we live and love - our neighbourhoods. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs … View moreDo you care about how your community looks? The Great Community Clean Up is all about taking ownership of the places we live and love - our neighbourhoods. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs from a nearby beach are all great events! Plus, register an event between 27 April and 3 May you could WIN great prizes.

So grab your flatmates, your kids, your neighbour or your whole street and head to a place that you love in your community and make a difference. Your contributions will help make your community a cleaner and happier place to live! #CleanUpNZ
Register now

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2740 days ago

Have you seen the latest forecast?

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch's Port Hills could get a big dumping of rain over the next 24 hours.
We have got our contractors out around the city clearing grates, checking pumps and making sure the drainage network is operating as it should. They will stay on stand-by to respond to any problems that might … View more
Christchurch's Port Hills could get a big dumping of rain over the next 24 hours.
We have got our contractors out around the city clearing grates, checking pumps and making sure the drainage network is operating as it should. They will stay on stand-by to respond to any problems that might arise as a result of the wet weather. For all you need to know visit: ccc.govt.nz...

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2740 days ago

A Further Phone Scam.

John from New Brighton

New Zealanders are being targeted in a 'Wangiri' phone scam where phone users miss calls, then get charged a large amount to call the number back. The phone numbers have apparently all started with 0088 or 0023 and seem to be originating from Chad, in Africa. If you have had a number like… View moreNew Zealanders are being targeted in a 'Wangiri' phone scam where phone users miss calls, then get charged a large amount to call the number back. The phone numbers have apparently all started with 0088 or 0023 and seem to be originating from Chad, in Africa. If you have had a number like this calling your phone, do not call it back and delete it and the log from your phone.
For further information please refer to the TV3 Newshub article; www.newshub.co.nz...

2741 days ago

Cut down your power bill this autumn!

Electric Kiwi

See our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges … View more
See our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Find out more!

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