Strowan, Christchurch

53 days ago

Scam Alert: Refund requests targeting small businesses

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.

Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.

Businesses should double-check any… View more
Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.

Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.

Businesses should double-check any payment details before responding to queries or processing refunds for customers.

If you receive suspicious communication regarding your accounts, contact your bank directly.

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58 days ago

Break in at The Vibe in Harris Crescent

Penny from Papanui

Our lovely local has been broken into again.
Please go and support them even just for a cuppa.
Attached is a screenshot from Facebook.

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54 days ago

Community Centre Talk

Nicola Smith from Mary Potter Community Centre

Community Centre Talk
Speaker: John Hewitson
A Personal Safari through Southern Africa


Come and hear John give a presentation about his recent travels to Southern Africa
complete with a photo slideshow.

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Community Centre Talk
Speaker: John Hewitson
A Personal Safari through Southern Africa


Come and hear John give a presentation about his recent travels to Southern Africa
complete with a photo slideshow.

All welcome and bring a friend
Mary Potter Community Centre
Monday 3 November 2025, 1.30-2.30pm
Cuppa to follow
Donation/Koha welcome

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56 days ago

Hedge trimming

Margaret from Bryndwr

Can anyone recommend a reliable person to do hedge trimming in the Bryndwr area. Margaret 0272526647.

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56 days ago

Plant sale

Julie from Bryndwr

Despite road works on Aorangi Road, this annual big plant sale is going ahead this coming Saturday 9-11am. Come along for a bargain. Bring a box and cash. We suggest you park on Brookside Tce. See you there.

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64 days ago

Poll: What would bring you back to the city centre?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our CBDs have been making headlines lately – they’re not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
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What would bring you back to the city centre?
  • 25.7% Delicious eats: cafés, restaurants, and foodie hotspots
    25.7% Complete
  • 30.6% Retail therapy: clothing, shops, and unique finds
    30.6% Complete
  • 25.5% Things to do: cinemas, arcades, entertainment
    25.5% Complete
  • 18.2% Services & businesses: the practical stuff
    18.2% Complete
1263 votes
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57 days ago

Wallpaper rolls - ends

Angela from Merivale

Free. 2 wallpaper ends of rolls. One is floral - as in photo. The other is a dark blue ribbed paper. Both good condition.

Free

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57 days ago

Desk or stand

Keith from Redwood

I have a small desk or could be used as a stand for free
Outside 249 Grimseys road

Free

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73 days ago

REDWOOD MARKET

Dianne from Redwood

Market returns on Saturday 4 October 9.30-12.30. 340 Main North Road (Redwood Hotel/Motel Carpark). Crafts, Books, Toys, Preserves, Car Boot Sales, Gift ideas and much more. Support local. New Stallholders welcome just $5 per stall. Booking to redwoodmarketnz@gmail.com Opening special, … View moreMarket returns on Saturday 4 October 9.30-12.30. 340 Main North Road (Redwood Hotel/Motel Carpark). Crafts, Books, Toys, Preserves, Car Boot Sales, Gift ideas and much more. Support local. New Stallholders welcome just $5 per stall. Booking to redwoodmarketnz@gmail.com Opening special, purchase from a Stall and receive an entry into the draw for a $100 Reddie Food and Beverage Voucher (drawn at 12.30)

58 days ago

Resene October Sale on now!

Resene

Save up to 30% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers, and sealers at Resene ColorShops!

Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint
Find out more

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58 days ago

Dianella nigra (Inkberry)

Kelly from Bryndwr

Dianella nigra, a flowering native groundcover. It produces white flowers followed by bright purple berries, an ideal way to add colour to the garden. Grows in a wide range of conditions, reaching about 60cm in height and diameter. Mass-planted, it can effectively suppress weeds, making it a low … View moreDianella nigra, a flowering native groundcover. It produces white flowers followed by bright purple berries, an ideal way to add colour to the garden. Grows in a wide range of conditions, reaching about 60cm in height and diameter. Mass-planted, it can effectively suppress weeds, making it a low maintenance alternative.

Canterbury sourced. Pickup in Bryndwr, price is per plant, payment by cash or direct deposit. 40 available at time of listing.

Price: $6

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58 days ago

Rengarenga (native lily)

Kelly from Bryndwr

Rengarenga, ready to plant. Flowering native lily, hardy to a range of environments. $5 each, 40 in stock at time of listing.

Pickup in Bryndwr, payment by cash or bank transfer.

Price: $5

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59 days ago
60 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Find out more

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60 days ago

DIY mini glasshouse makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Building your own glasshouse need not be a daunting task. Using recycled windows of equal size makes this project a whole lot easier. We painted ours in Resene Bilbao and Resene Bush. Find out how to create and paint your own mini glasshouse with these easy step by step instructions.

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