St Albans, Christchurch

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1455 days ago

Council cracks down on 120 unconsented central Christchurch car parks

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch’s city centre is awash with “dirty, dusty, gravel pits” and the council has had enough.

About 120 car parks within the four avenues are potentially operating without the necessary consent, stifling the city’s revitalisation.

The Christchurch City Council will this month send … View more
Christchurch’s city centre is awash with “dirty, dusty, gravel pits” and the council has had enough.

About 120 car parks within the four avenues are potentially operating without the necessary consent, stifling the city’s revitalisation.

The Christchurch City Council will this month send letters to owners of those sites, giving them 90 days to either cease their operations or apply for and be granted a resource consent.

If they fail to do so, the council could issue owners with a $300 fine and issue an abatement notice to cease the activity. Owners who ignore the notice could face court action. Read more here.

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1451 days ago

Xmas Tree Lights

Janine from Shirley

Indoors only

Price: $10

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1453 days ago

We are looking to house sit!

Karla from Redwood

Kia ora everyone.
My name is Karla and my husband and I are looking to house sit over the Christmas/New year period until we take possession of our new house late Jan. The dates we are needing are from the 21st of Dec until the 29th of Jan, however, we can work around this. Just hoping not to … View more
Kia ora everyone.
My name is Karla and my husband and I are looking to house sit over the Christmas/New year period until we take possession of our new house late Jan. The dates we are needing are from the 21st of Dec until the 29th of Jan, however, we can work around this. Just hoping not to have to move too many times. We do have our lovely dog Obi too! He is an outdoor dog so won't come inside. We are happy to look after pets, mow your lawns, water your garden and I am super fussy and clean! If you can help or perhaps know of anyone who is travelling during this time, could you please private message me on this forum. We can supply a character ref no problem. Thanks everyone and have a lovely weekly.

1452 days ago

More about Cranford St

Belinda Carter from St Albans Residents Association (SARA) Inc

Christchurch City Council voted on November 26 (after St Albans News went to print) to trial a peak time only bus services in the extra lanes in Cranford St starting sometime in February. So a decision on what will happen to the section of Cranford St from Innes Rd to Berwick St won't be made … View moreChristchurch City Council voted on November 26 (after St Albans News went to print) to trial a peak time only bus services in the extra lanes in Cranford St starting sometime in February. So a decision on what will happen to the section of Cranford St from Innes Rd to Berwick St won't be made till sometime in the middle of next year. Options being considered for the section include clearways and making the lane accessible only to high occupancy vehicles (ie: one or more passengers)

1452 days ago

December 2020/January 2021 issue of St Albans News

Belinda Carter from St Albans Residents Association (SARA) Inc

Why did a cul de sac appear where Forfar St crosses Warrington St and will streets like Francis Ave face increased traffic instead? The saga of Cranford St has had many twists and turns, including one about the use of the extra lane between Innes Rd and Berwick St. Some ideas for stay at home … View moreWhy did a cul de sac appear where Forfar St crosses Warrington St and will streets like Francis Ave face increased traffic instead? The saga of Cranford St has had many twists and turns, including one about the use of the extra lane between Innes Rd and Berwick St. Some ideas for stay at home holidays (mostly in St Albans) completes a Christmas feature. But before we get to Christmas find out what was going on in Abberley Park on the last day of October.

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1452 days ago

Penguins

Christine from Redwood

Looking for the Code number of the Pop Up Penguins in Akaroa, can anyone help, thanks 🐧🐧🐧🐧🐧

1452 days ago

15 more chances to win...

Santa in the Suburbs

You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our … View more
You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our Santa in the Suburbs competition page.

Don't miss today's prize - a luxurious night in the executive suite of the Heritage Hotel.
Find Out More

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1453 days ago

It's International Volunteer Day!

The Team from Red Cross Store Manchester St

To our RC Shop Volunteers,

Thank you for your amazing support and the kindness you show Red Cross. Our shop couldn’t do it without you, you are the heart of our work and we are very grateful for the service you give to our shop. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

If you are not a Red Cross Shop … View more
To our RC Shop Volunteers,

Thank you for your amazing support and the kindness you show Red Cross. Our shop couldn’t do it without you, you are the heart of our work and we are very grateful for the service you give to our shop. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

If you are not a Red Cross Shop Volunteer yet and you would like to become one, just hit the Read More button for further information.

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1453 days ago

rocking horse (unicorn)

Stephanie from Redwood

would your little one like this for xmas? Upcycled ready for use Im located in redwood so easy to get to,just let me know if interested and as Im not on here a lot just txt me at 0220 464202 thanks steph

Price: $70

1453 days ago

International volunteer day

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Today is international volunteer day . The theme is TOGETHER WE CAN . Our volunteers have worked really hard this year , especially during lockdown , where our 3 branches worked together to keep our service open . Our volunteers worked from home helping people in need by providing help and advice … View moreToday is international volunteer day . The theme is TOGETHER WE CAN . Our volunteers have worked really hard this year , especially during lockdown , where our 3 branches worked together to keep our service open . Our volunteers worked from home helping people in need by providing help and advice via phone, email and live chat. Thank you so much to our wonderful volunteers and all the volunteers who give so much to our community- pai whakawhetai ki a koutou

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1453 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get … View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to fallsfree.co.nz and follow the easy instructions.
Register now

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1453 days ago

Need Christmas gifts in a hurry?

Not Socks Gifts Ltd

Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREEView more
Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREE over $85.

Proudly New Zealand owned & operated for over 10 years.
Find out more

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1454 days ago

Trail of brightly-coloured giant penguins goes on display in Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Fifty giant penguin sculptures have been installed throughout Christchurch and in the surrounding towns of Akaroa, Rolleston, Lincoln and Kaiapoi..

Each giant penguin sculpture has been decorated by commissioned artists, while 65 smaller penguins have been decorated by schoolchildren.

Visitors … View more
Fifty giant penguin sculptures have been installed throughout Christchurch and in the surrounding towns of Akaroa, Rolleston, Lincoln and Kaiapoi..

Each giant penguin sculpture has been decorated by commissioned artists, while 65 smaller penguins have been decorated by schoolchildren.

Visitors are encouraged to visit all the sculptures on the trail, upload photos of each, and vote for their favourite. This can all be done via the phone app Pop Up Penguins 2020. It contains information about each penguin, its artist and a map of where they can all be found. Read more here.

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1454 days ago

CPA Annual Christmas Market

Trish from Richmond

CPA Annual Christchurch Market, 13th December, 10am-3pm
395 Memorial Ave, Burnside.
Pottery by established and up and coming artists.
Herb plants from the Canterbury Herb Society.
Raffle, coffee cart, and sausage sizzle.
Cash and bank transfers only (no eftpos)

1454 days ago

Tomorrow is International Volunteer Day...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say THANK YOU to all of the amazing people who make Neighbourhood Support possible across Aotearoa!

If you know someone who is giving back in your community, show them some love. Don't let their acts of generosity go unnoticed.

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