Sydenham, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1622 days ago

Will you make the most of changes to DIY rules?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about the changes to building consent rules for low-risk home projects?

The government says the change will save homeowners time and money, but pro builder and The Block NZ foreman Peter Wolfkamp, is advising caution if you're planning a DIY sleep-out or … View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about the changes to building consent rules for low-risk home projects?

The government says the change will save homeowners time and money, but pro builder and The Block NZ foreman Peter Wolfkamp, is advising caution if you're planning a DIY sleep-out or office. Find out why, here.

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1622 days ago

Maths in Daily Life

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

Have you heard your child say "Why do I ever need to know this?" Relating maths to real life can help your child understand the why!

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1622 days ago

Reverse Equity Mortgage gives you options.

SBS Bank

Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the … View more
Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the flexible loan means regular payments aren’t required and you can repay all or some of the loan at any time.

For more details visit our website, contact your local SBS branch or call 0800 727 2265.

Eligibility Criteria, Terms and Conditions, and fees apply.
Find out more

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1623 days ago

How to attract and keep quality tenants during the Covid 19 downturn

Ruby Housing from Ruby Housing

Between tenancies:
1. Bring forward planned maintenance such as repainting the bathroom or living areas
2. Update landscaping with easy care shrubs and plenty of mulch
3. Add extra heating or ventilation systems, such as a heatpump or air exchange/ HRV type system near bedrooms.
4. Replace the … View more
Between tenancies:
1. Bring forward planned maintenance such as repainting the bathroom or living areas
2. Update landscaping with easy care shrubs and plenty of mulch
3. Add extra heating or ventilation systems, such as a heatpump or air exchange/ HRV type system near bedrooms.
4. Replace the kitchen benchtop with a durable and contemporary material
5. Update kitchen units with new handles and re-sprayed door fronts
6. Replace the letterbox to a modern style
7. Repaint the front door in a bright and contemporary colour
8. Clean out gutters and replace any broken or leaking downpipes
9. Add a french drain to deal with water pooling and soggy lawns
10. Waterblast paths and steps to remove moss and improve the look of accessways
11. Repaint window exteriors
12. Replace south facing bedroom windows with double glazing
13. Have the house exterior commercially cleaned before photos
14. Replace damaged fence palings

Easy updates during tenancies:
1. Add a bathroom heater and heated towel rail
2. Replace lighting with LED for lower energy costs
3. Update older style curtains to lined, warm fabrics in neutral colours
4. Add a front porch canopy
5. Fit security motion detector lights to the front and rear of the house
6. Add an auto garage door opener
7. Cut back overhanging trees and shrubs to allow more light and fresh air into the home
8. Scarify lawns and re-sow bare patches
9. Install a paved path to the clothesline
10. Extend or add hard paving for an outdoor seating area in Summer
11. Install additional power points
12. If there is space consider adding a dishwasher
13. Have storage systems installed in the wardrobes and garage

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1624 days ago

New local business idea - help wanted for short survey

Adam from Hoon Hay

My partner is looking to start a business and is doing some market research. This survey below will take 2 minutes of your time and she’d be very grateful if you could fill it out. She’s trying to get as many opinions as possible from a wide variety of people :)


www.surveymonkey.com...

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My partner is looking to start a business and is doing some market research. This survey below will take 2 minutes of your time and she’d be very grateful if you could fill it out. She’s trying to get as many opinions as possible from a wide variety of people :)


www.surveymonkey.com...

Thanks in advance.

1623 days ago

Inside New Zealand's hidden cave hotels

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

From Waikato to the Bay of Islands, we reveal three subterranean secret spots you can escape to #backyourbackyard

1624 days ago

Protect your investment with Amsoil!

Amsoil NZ

Modern Diesel Engine protection from Amsoil gives you;

- Extended Service Intervals
- Reduce running costs
- Lower maintenance costs

Next time your changing your oil - use Amsoil.

See our full range of products at syntheticoilnz.co.nz

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1624 days ago

Over 65? We want to hear from you!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

We are looking for feedback from Neighbourly members throughout New Zealand on their health and wellbeing - and whether they saw our recent programme with TVNZ, Healthy For Life.

We'd love you to take our survey. It'll only take a couple of minutes.
Take the survey

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1624 days ago

Are you a local business needing support?

Support Local Shop Local

We're proud to be working with our friends at Stanley Street to help support all New Zealand businesses in these troubled times.

We think you'll love these free Support Local toolkits. If you spot one of these in a window of a business near you (or on your takeaway coffee cup!) … View more
We're proud to be working with our friends at Stanley Street to help support all New Zealand businesses in these troubled times.

We think you'll love these free Support Local toolkits. If you spot one of these in a window of a business near you (or on your takeaway coffee cup!) you'll know you're helping a proudly local company.
Find out more

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1625 days ago

Suzuki Swift 2004

Gary from Spreydon

Bought from Hollands and serviced by them from import at 11000ks, now 78ks, excellent condition, auto, 1500cc new WOF, airbags, ABS brakes.

Price: $4,950

1625 days ago

Answers to your property price questions

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a … View moreHey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a live Q&A to help answer your property questions.

We had a huge response, so if you sent in a question or dropped in for the chat, thank you. If you missed it, you can still check out the recap, here.

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1626 days ago

Compact that garage mess...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Upcycle a pallet and old kitchen forks to help keep garden tools organised.

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

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1627 days ago

500 COLOUR BUSINESS CARDS - ONLY $79

Matthew from Christchurch Central

500 Colour Business cards only $79 includes design and setup - other products available including stickers, flyers, fridge magnets and more
www.officeprint.co.nz...

Price: $79

1634 days ago

TechMate are on the move

TechMate

Welcome to Level 2! TechMate are in the process of moving premises so we are not yet able to reopen. Once we are ready to open again we will post here and on our Website. In the meantime you can contact us by phone or drop us a line at info@techmate.org.nz - we look forward to hearing from you and … View moreWelcome to Level 2! TechMate are in the process of moving premises so we are not yet able to reopen. Once we are ready to open again we will post here and on our Website. In the meantime you can contact us by phone or drop us a line at info@techmate.org.nz - we look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our new premises

1627 days ago

Over 98% of our Ruby Housing tenants continued to pay their rent on time over the Covid 19 lockdown!

Ruby Housing from Ruby Housing

We are delighted that over 98% of our Ruby Housing tenants continued to pay their rent on time over the Covid 19 lockdown! The very few tenants who were waiting on financial help and were only able to pay part rent initially, let us know promptly so we could keep owners informed.
How did we achieve… View more
We are delighted that over 98% of our Ruby Housing tenants continued to pay their rent on time over the Covid 19 lockdown! The very few tenants who were waiting on financial help and were only able to pay part rent initially, let us know promptly so we could keep owners informed.
How did we achieve such a great result for owners over this stressful and financially difficult period? Please contact us to find out, and have a chat about what we can do for your rental investments.
03-379 5033

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