Sydenham, Christchurch

907 days ago

Poll: Who is this year's Prospa Local Business Hero?

Prospa

Small businesses are the backbone of our communities and we are thrilled to give these businesses the recognition they deserve.

With $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs for our overall winner, we are now looking to you to vote for the most deserving - the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.

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Small businesses are the backbone of our communities and we are thrilled to give these businesses the recognition they deserve.

With $10,000 worth of prizes up for grabs for our overall winner, we are now looking to you to vote for the most deserving - the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero.

Excerpts of the nominations are below but click the business name to read it in full. When you've made your choice, go ahead and cast your vote!
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AUCKLAND: Melissa Wallace - Turua Gallery
"Turua Gallery in St Heliers not only brings beautiful artwork to the community, the owners Dean and Melissa also do amazing things for charities...They are just so generous and community-minded that it would be great for something nice to happen for them!"

BAY OF PLENTY: Michaela Wellauer - Full Cycle Bikes
"Michaela and Jon from Full Cycle Bikes in Whakatane go above and beyond in their support of our local biking community. Their generosity sees local families receiving free bikes through the Whanaū on Wheels programme. Many events exist because of their sponsorship. They are good, kind people who do an awful lot that flies under the radar."

CANTERBURY: Rob Fenwick - Fenwicks Pharmacy
"I nominate Robert Fenwick from our local Fenwicks Pharmacy in Kaiapoi. Always a friendly face and always helpful. Robert and staff had to remain open right through the lockdown, really putting themselves on the line. He's been through earthquakes, power cuts, floods and bereavement and he still opens with friendly conversation and a smile."

HAWKE'S BAY-GISBORNE: Jack Van Chan - Bayon Cafe
"Bayon Cafe and Bakery at 18 Carlyle St, Napier. Lovely family-run business with great coffee and the best, large slices of carrot cake in Napier. They also collect for funds to supply educational reading materials for children in their home country, Cambodia."

MANAWATŪ-WHANGANUI: The Team - Aorangi Bulb Nurseries
"NZ Bulbs (Aorangi Nurseries) run by Paul and Len Hoek had a very positive impact during the Covid lockdowns...During the extended lockdowns, their operation kept many people employed and their direct to consumer flower sales brought a touch of colour and break from the monotony to many people. "

NELSON-MARLBOROUGH: Peter & Caroline Pomeroy - Victoria Gardens
"Caroline and Pete of Victoria Gardens, Motueka, are always helpful and cheerful, selling excellent spray-free fruit that they have grown themselves. They looked after their customers through all the lockdowns, even in the face of having to restore their greenhouses and gardens after the disastrous Boxing Day hailstorm of 2020."

NORTHLAND: Tracey Haika - Or Near Offer Village Boutique
"On the main street of Hikurangi, Or Near Offer Boutique offers all sorts of second-hand goods and clothing. The owner, Tracey, really enhances the community spirit of Hikurangi with her friendly and welcoming manner and her beautifully creative, artistic shop exterior shows a truly entrepreneurial spirit. She's very involved in the community and is an inspiration to many in Hikurangi."

OTAGO-SOUTHLAND: Grant Kennedy - Otautau Tractors & Machinery
"Otautau Tractors & Machinery play a big part in keeping the farming industry going in western Southland by being always on call for repairs. Quite often the doors are still open after closing time. The owner, Grant is a volunteer in the Otautau fire brigade, and he is always sponsoring and donating to local groups, even parking classic cars out front for locals to enjoy."

TARANAKI: Paul Gundy - Waitara Bin Inn
"Waitara Bin Inn go the extra mile for their customers,...On a couple of occasions that I know of, items were dropped off a couple of hours north of the shop to customers. Paul has delivered the compost and potting mix for customers so that they didn't have to lift it. All staff have the right attitude of wanting to help you."

WAIKATO: Roger Nicholson - The Backyard Gastro Pub
"The local pub at Whatawhata make great fish n chips with generous servings. They're lifesavers - always there when the power is out on the Raglan side of the Waipa River. We've just had two full days out of power thanks to 'Cyclone Dovi' and they have come through once again. Local saviours!"

WELLINGTON: Josh Coe - Page 42 Cafe
"Page 42 Cafe are great employers who grow the skills of local youth, with a fantastic culture set by the owner Josh. During the pandemic, they had free coffee for critical workers and "Pay what you can afford" days - people can get a meal for $1, or pay more than the menu price to "pay it forward". Constant community support!"

Who is this year's Prospa Local Business Hero?
  • 11.1% AUCKLAND: Melissa Wallace - Turua Gallery
    11.1% Complete
  • 4.9% BAY OF PLENTY: Michaela Wellauer - Full Cycle Bikes
    4.9% Complete
  • 16.9% CANTERBURY: Rob Fenwick - Fenwicks Pharmacy
    16.9% Complete
  • 5.6% HAWKE'S BAY-GISBORNE: Jack Van Chan - Bayon Cafe
    5.6% Complete
  • 9.9% MANAWATŪ-WHANGANUI: The Team - Aorangi Bulb Nurseries
    9.9% Complete
  • 8.1% NELSON-MARLBOROUGH: Peter & Caroline Pomeroy - Victoria Gardens
    8.1% Complete
  • 4.7% NORTHLAND: Tracey Haika - Or Near Offer Village Boutique
    4.7% Complete
  • 3.5% OTAGO-SOUTHLAND: Grant Kennedy - Otautau Tractors & Machinery
    3.5% Complete
  • 7.7% TARANAKI: Paul Gundy - Waitara Bin Inn
    7.7% Complete
  • 6.2% WAIKATO: Roger Nicholson - The Backyard Gastro Pub
    6.2% Complete
  • 21.4% WELLINGTON: Josh Coe - Page 42 Cafe
    21.4% Complete
1050 votes
908 days ago

Do you have a great local cafe?

Stuff

...or bar? Or restaurant? Or a coffee hole-in-the-wall?

Hi neighbours! After a punishing couple of years, we want to help hospitality get back on its feet and you can help us!

If you have a local you love, let us know here and we’ll share it with New Zealand in our nationwide directory of… View more
...or bar? Or restaurant? Or a coffee hole-in-the-wall?

Hi neighbours! After a punishing couple of years, we want to help hospitality get back on its feet and you can help us!

If you have a local you love, let us know here and we’ll share it with New Zealand in our nationwide directory of great places that deserve our support.
Recommend it here!

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Driving Lessons 🚗 🚘 class 1 & Class 6 training 🏍

Rob from Opawa - Saint Martins

1ST STOP DRIVING SCHOOL provides excellent driving lessons for people of all ages and levels.
Our driving instructor are qualified with NZTA. patient and accommodating,provide a door to door service and are here to help.
Class 1 & Class 6 tuition and training
Motorcycles training/license… View more
1ST STOP DRIVING SCHOOL provides excellent driving lessons for people of all ages and levels.
Our driving instructor are qualified with NZTA. patient and accommodating,provide a door to door service and are here to help.
Class 1 & Class 6 tuition and training
Motorcycles training/license 🏍
Flexible hours
Weekends available

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Catch up and Clean up

mags4gifts.co.nz

Purchase a three month subscription to The Press and get a FREE clean freak cleaning kit (RRP$66) from WildClean, the world’s 1st plastic negative cleaning co.

Make sure to use the promo code “CLEAN” at checkout to redeem. Terms and conditions apply.
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Getting ready for winter

The Team from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Hi everyone
We have a selection of autumn/winter stock to keep out the cold. Plus a good supply of children’s wear for the 7 - 14 year age group. Pop in and check it out. New winter stock going out daily.
Open Monday - Friday 9.am - 5pm, we also open Saturday 10-4.pm and Sunday 10-3pm.
See you… View more
Hi everyone
We have a selection of autumn/winter stock to keep out the cold. Plus a good supply of children’s wear for the 7 - 14 year age group. Pop in and check it out. New winter stock going out daily.
Open Monday - Friday 9.am - 5pm, we also open Saturday 10-4.pm and Sunday 10-3pm.
See you soon.
683 Ferry Road, behind Domino’s.

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Temuka folks get together! REMINDER!

Alan from Beckenham

Calling all former Temuka residents!

There is to be a get together on Sunday 24th April 2022 at the Cashmere Club, Hunter Terrace, Beckenham at 2pm.

The function will be self funding with drinks and bar snacks available.

Interest has been shown by quite a number of folk currently living … View more
Calling all former Temuka residents!

There is to be a get together on Sunday 24th April 2022 at the Cashmere Club, Hunter Terrace, Beckenham at 2pm.

The function will be self funding with drinks and bar snacks available.

Interest has been shown by quite a number of folk currently living in or near Christchurch so feel free to join in and catch up with some old friends or make some new ones!

The function is defiantly on and will go ahead regardless of numbers so don’t be shy as we look forward to seeing as many people as possible to ensure a memorable event! Please pass this on to any other Temuka folk.

Sunday 24th April, Cashmere Cub, Beckenham. “Come on the white!”

Co hosts include: Alex Smith, Bevan Smith, Graeme Niles, Stu Nolan, Athol McCully, Nigel Clark.

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Project K

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

Project K arms young people with a belief in their own ability to complete tasks, achieve goals and helps them find purpose and direction. 💜

Find out more through the link below.

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New Carpet for Sale

Brian from Somerfield

We have a 7.6m x 3.66m roll of Feltex Dream Shadows Vapar 0098 for sale.
This is a pale grey 55oz solution dyed nylon carpet that is still in the factory wrapping.
We paid $1260 (receipt available) but are prepared to sell it for $600.
The photos show the same carpet in our lounge.
Please phone… View more
We have a 7.6m x 3.66m roll of Feltex Dream Shadows Vapar 0098 for sale.
This is a pale grey 55oz solution dyed nylon carpet that is still in the factory wrapping.
We paid $1260 (receipt available) but are prepared to sell it for $600.
The photos show the same carpet in our lounge.
Please phone 3325228 if you have any questions or if you would like to view the carpet. Thank you.

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Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Is Addictive Eaters Anonymous for you?

Only you can decide whether or not Addictive Eaters Anonymous is for you. For many of us, accepting that we were addictive eaters is the best thing we have ever done; it was our first step on the road to recovery. Take a look at the following fifteen … View more
Is Addictive Eaters Anonymous for you?

Only you can decide whether or not Addictive Eaters Anonymous is for you. For many of us, accepting that we were addictive eaters is the best thing we have ever done; it was our first step on the road to recovery. Take a look at the following fifteen questions below. Approach them honestly and with an open mind.

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End of Daylight Savings

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

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Meal planning with Stuff’s Dinner Sorted

Stuff

Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole … View more
Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole family, sent to your inbox on Saturday mornings. As a bonus you'll also get our Weekend Baking collection, perfect for filling the baking tins, lunchboxes, or that 4pm gap.

Subscribe by 5pm on 4 April and go in the draw to win a 65" Sony TV. For details and T&Cs see here.

Sign up here (it's free!).
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Sit back and stream the best shows of 2022!

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!

But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t … View more
Hey Neighbours!
We're all feeling a bit tired lately, you don't even need a reason to just make a cuppa, sit down and relax to the best shows to stream right now!

But with all the choice… it can be hard to actually find good shows to watch. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t worry! We’re here to break it down for you.

We’ve covered the best shows to watch on Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime and Neon right now.

Plus, we’ve got the lowdown on which broadband providers are offering free subscriptions to these streaming services!!

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NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

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Speak to our team today about how we can help… View more
Taking small steps and setting smaller goals has the power to reduce distractions, clear our path to success, and increase motivation and productivity. It is important to focus on the small steps to reach our end goal, as each step propels us closer.

Speak to our team today about how we can help your child take the next step with their learning.

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Brrrrrr!!!!

The Team from Red Cross Store Manchester St

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