St Albans, Christchurch

1911 days ago

Inspired by nature...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Leaves are big in art prints right now and are simple enough to create yourself.

Like this one inspired by an oversized leaf print, inspired by the Monstera leaf and bold Resene testpot colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View more
Leaves are big in art prints right now and are simple enough to create yourself.

Like this one inspired by an oversized leaf print, inspired by the Monstera leaf and bold Resene testpot colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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1911 days ago

Cash Paid for Old Sports Programmes

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Please message me or email hubby on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

Negotiable

1913 days ago

Emma Twaddell is running for Innes Community Board

Emma from St Albans

Hi everyone
My name is Emma Twaddell. I have put my name forward to represent the Innes Ward on the Papanui/Innes Community Board. I'm standing because the world needs to change and I can help us all make that happen starting from within our homes and communities.
People's happiness is … View more
Hi everyone
My name is Emma Twaddell. I have put my name forward to represent the Innes Ward on the Papanui/Innes Community Board. I'm standing because the world needs to change and I can help us all make that happen starting from within our homes and communities.
People's happiness is as important as climate change.

Hopefully you all support this move and will help me be successful. Word of mouth wins elections.

You can find more about the upcoming local elections and me here www.facebook.com... or contact me on 027 2886334. Thanks

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1912 days ago

KEA Kids News: What happens to all the illegal guns?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

This video bulletin is news for kids by kids. Help the young people you know understand our complicated world by watching KEA Kids News with them.
Find out more here.

1920 days ago

Christchurch City Council faces tough decision: fix some roads now, or more roads later

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council has to choose whether to take $40 million funding to fix quake-damaged roads or wait years for the chance of up to $70m.

Suburbs Richmond, New Brighton, Linwood/Woolston, Spreydon, and Fendalton/Riccarton have been earmarked for road repairs.

What street/suburb do … View more
The Christchurch City Council has to choose whether to take $40 million funding to fix quake-damaged roads or wait years for the chance of up to $70m.

Suburbs Richmond, New Brighton, Linwood/Woolston, Spreydon, and Fendalton/Riccarton have been earmarked for road repairs.

What street/suburb do you think needs fixing up most? Tell us in the comments below (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published)

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1919 days ago

Is Christchurch a rubbish city?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Billions of construction dollars have been pumped into Christchurch since the devastating 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

Nine years on, the rebuilt central city has emerged as the most modern in New Zealand. But there are still major gaps, most noticeably unfinished Crown anchor projects such as the … View more
Billions of construction dollars have been pumped into Christchurch since the devastating 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

Nine years on, the rebuilt central city has emerged as the most modern in New Zealand. But there are still major gaps, most noticeably unfinished Crown anchor projects such as the metro sports facility, convention centre and a new stadium.

In a contentious opinion piece, travel writer Brook Sabin said instead of finding a world-class central city taking shape, the prevailing feeling was one of sadness.

What do you think? Is Christchurch sad and soulless or progressive and beautiful?

Read the full stories by clicking the links below and tell us what you think in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff).

1915 days ago

UPDATE: Missing Christchurch girl: Police seeking information

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE: Abi has now been found.

Hi neighbours - have you seen this girl?

Police say they are "seriously concerned" for the wellbeing of a girl last seen in the vicinity of Cashmere Road and Hackthorne Road on Sunday around 4:30pm. Abbi has very long strawberry blonde hair and was … View more
UPDATE: Abi has now been found.

Hi neighbours - have you seen this girl?

Police say they are "seriously concerned" for the wellbeing of a girl last seen in the vicinity of Cashmere Road and Hackthorne Road on Sunday around 4:30pm. Abbi has very long strawberry blonde hair and was wearing a long navy jacket with a fur-lined hood, a taupe/neutral-coloured jersey and blue jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to call 105.

1913 days ago

Village Bryndwr Pop-Up Market this Saturday

Martin from Bryndwr

The Village Church Community Centre's Market is held in our new building cnr Ilam & Aorangi Rds first Saturdays of the month 9.30am-11.30am. This is run in conjunction with our weekly Clothing Shop. Quality household items, baking, retro & bits & pieces plus our wonderful … View moreThe Village Church Community Centre's Market is held in our new building cnr Ilam & Aorangi Rds first Saturdays of the month 9.30am-11.30am. This is run in conjunction with our weekly Clothing Shop. Quality household items, baking, retro & bits & pieces plus our wonderful barista-made koha coffee. Donations of good quality items are always welcome contact our office: 351-6664 for pickups or just drop them by in the mornings!

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1913 days ago

HOUSIE TONIGHT.

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

Don't forget our housie tonight.

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1913 days ago

Are you a fan of Neighbourly? Want to help lead your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using… View more
Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using Neighbourly and feel passionate about their corner of this country. They help neighbours to connect positively on the site and are happy to point members in the right direction.

If this sounds like you, please consider becoming a Neighbourly Lead for your suburb alongside dozens of other keen locals around the country!

You can find more information here.
Apply here

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1913 days ago

The Streets of St Albans Survey

Emma Twaddell from St Albans Residents Association (SARA) Inc

We want to know what you want your streets to be like in the future.

We are a group of final year geography students at the University of Canterbury and we are working with the St Albans Residents Association to understand what people want to see on their streets. We are looking for your … View more
We want to know what you want your streets to be like in the future.

We are a group of final year geography students at the University of Canterbury and we are working with the St Albans Residents Association to understand what people want to see on their streets. We are looking for your experiences within the suburb of St Albans and on your streets.

To tell us what you value please compete the survey below:
Tinyurl.com...

Enter the address above into a web browser or contact us on mls141@uclive.ac.nz for more information about what we are doing and how you can talk to us about your local streets.

1914 days ago

Poll: Do you bother to vote in local body elections?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Local elections impact us all, but many of us don't take the time to make our voices heard.

In fact, only 38.5% of Aucklanders voted in the 2016 local body election.

To read more, click here.

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Do you bother to vote in local body elections?
  • 84.5% Yes, of course
    84.5% Complete
  • 15.5% No, I can't be bothered
    15.5% Complete
1628 votes
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1914 days ago

WEDNESDAY NIGHT HOUSIE

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

HOUSIE. Every Wednesday night 7.15 start.
Good caller, good food. friendly atmosphere.

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1914 days ago

Thank you for making Father's Day special!

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

Wow, over 360 Father's Day bundles have been donated by our amazing community of Foodbank Project donors! Your generosity helped make Father's Day special for Kiwi dads who are finding things tough at the moment- thank you.

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1914 days ago

Showerdome shower top – stop steam forming

Install a Dome Chch Ltd

Install a dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your… View more
Install a dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your local area for more than 10 years, we are committed to giving great customer service and have a high standard of workmanship and we regularly get amazing feedback from our customers.

Install a Dome can either supply and install a Showerdome® shower top or install one that you have already purchased.
Book now!

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