Sydenham, Christchurch

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1896 days ago

Create your own plant stand

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Slightly Scandi and very cool, this concrete plant stand is a stylish addition to any home. Finish the legs with your favourite Resene colour.

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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1896 days ago

Care Home Open Day

Heritage Team Member from George Manning Lifecare & Village

You're invited to George Manning Lifecare's Open Day.

Come and view our brand new West Wing with lovely spacious rooms all with their own ensuite.


Learn more: www.neighbourly.co.nz...

1896 days ago

Poll: Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the … View more
It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the actual and reasonable costs they incurred". Charging $65 for a short overstay in an empty carpark is as far from reasonable as you can get.

To find out what to do in this situation, click here

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Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?
  • 46.8% Yes, and I won!
    46.8% Complete
  • 32.4% Nah, I jut pay it
    32.4% Complete
  • 20.8% Yes, but I still had to pay
    20.8% Complete
1168 votes
1900 days ago

Who have you nominated for Gardener of the Year?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Don't forget to nominate your favourite homegrown hero for our Gardener of the Year. We're looking for gardeners who have used their green thumbs to help others and make a difference in their community. They'll win lots of prizes, including products from event sponsors LawnMaster, … View moreDon't forget to nominate your favourite homegrown hero for our Gardener of the Year. We're looking for gardeners who have used their green thumbs to help others and make a difference in their community. They'll win lots of prizes, including products from event sponsors LawnMaster, Tui and Escea! More information about the competition and how to nominate in the link below. Meanwhile, here's a video fo 2015 winner Helen Coker talking about her experience in the competition.

1897 days ago

Our vision is to provide you with the very best in care ...

Heritage Team Member from George Manning Lifecare & Village

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Our vision is to provide you with the very best in care and wellbeing, using our extensive experience in residential aged care to help individuals live their best life.​

1898 days ago

Hedge Trim

Kim from Sydenham

THANKS!

Thanks you for your offers.
What a lovely neighbourhood!

Chris Wooddin was the first to respond and arrived less than an hour later.

He stayed longer than I asked for, helped me remove the debris to a suitable drying location, and even helped me put a sign on the fence that I had … View more
THANKS!

Thanks you for your offers.
What a lovely neighbourhood!

Chris Wooddin was the first to respond and arrived less than an hour later.

He stayed longer than I asked for, helped me remove the debris to a suitable drying location, and even helped me put a sign on the fence that I had volunteered to put up for the not-for-profit Halswell Drama Group's upcoming show.

Chris went above and beyond and I can highly recommend his services for any handy work you require.

Thanks Chris, Love Kim xxx

Hi All,

Do any of my lovely neighbours have a hedge trimmer, maybe a small chainsaw, and some free time (today, she says hopefully!) to help with my hedge.

I haven’t measured, but it’s probably less that 5 metres across - I have a ladder and extension cords here if that helps. I've done most of the cut back manually on the footpath side, so its mainly the top and this side.
It should take an hour or less, and I'll take care of the clean up.

And would $50 or a dozen RTD’s be appropriate?
Or I am happy to swap for a healing (I am a certified Master Healer).

I’d like to keep it in check for the look, and to prevent loss of light and access on the footpath.

Love Kim xxx

1899 days ago

Kmart's list of 31 recalls

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, do you love Kmart?

Hundreds of thousands of inexpensive items that pass through the retail giant's checkouts every year, so it's only to be expected there will be recalls – Kmart even has a recalls page on its website, and there are 31 products on the list.

The $55 timber Occasional Chair is the latest casualty, although this is a withdrawal rather than a recall. We don't know the reason for its withdrawal, except Kmart says it is for "a potential quality issue". But what other products have been found wanting?

To find out what else is on the recall list, click here

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1899 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!
Find out more!

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1899 days ago

Free small shelf

Kelly from Woolston

No weekend pick ups or after 5.30pm sorry. Pick up from Woolston.
This shelf is free to anyone who wishes it. It is wonky as the screws need redoing otherwise in okay condition. I also have a green and black one with a back if wanted but the top is broken.

Free

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1899 days ago

Three seed packets for $1 LAST DAY FOR PICK UP MONDAY

Kelly from Woolston

No weekend pickups or after 5.30pm sorry. Pick up from Woolston.

I'm clearing out my seed collection so you can choose any three seed packets from a wide selection given and I'll throw in two plants free (that's five items total for only $1). It's first in first served and … View more
No weekend pickups or after 5.30pm sorry. Pick up from Woolston.

I'm clearing out my seed collection so you can choose any three seed packets from a wide selection given and I'll throw in two plants free (that's five items total for only $1). It's first in first served and items won't be held. Pictures are indicative of some of the seed plant varieties currently available but there are others not mentioned.

Price: $1

1899 days ago

Three plants for $1 LAST DAY FOR PICK UP MONDAY

Kelly from Woolston

No weekend pick ups sorry or after 5.30pm.

I'm clearing out my excess plants before the planting rush in spring. It's first in first served and items won't be held so be quick to get the best choices. New plants and bulbs added everyday and many more than shown. Please note that the… View more
No weekend pick ups sorry or after 5.30pm.

I'm clearing out my excess plants before the planting rush in spring. It's first in first served and items won't be held so be quick to get the best choices. New plants and bulbs added everyday and many more than shown. Please note that the plants will be smaller versions of the bigger ones shown. Many of the pots have multiple plants/bulbs yet still count as one plant so you get even more of a bargain.

For every three that you buy I'll give you a choice of two other free plants from a selection on the day you pick up. You therefore get 5 plants for $1 total.

Price: $1

1899 days ago

Investors choosing apartments in Christchurch over pricey North Island homes

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

North Island investors are turning their backs on higher prices in their home cities to snap up central Christchurch apartments.

The city has had a noticeable upswing in out-of-towners buying apartments and townhouses in the past few months.

"When average prices are $500,000 in Christchurch … View more
North Island investors are turning their backs on higher prices in their home cities to snap up central Christchurch apartments.

The city has had a noticeable upswing in out-of-towners buying apartments and townhouses in the past few months.

"When average prices are $500,000 in Christchurch and $1 million in Auckland, you can certainly see the appeal," said Kelvin Davidson, senior economist for property analysis firm CoreLogic.

1908 days ago

Earthquake donations earmarked for Christchurch cenotaph removal

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The controversial relocation of Christchurch's Citizens' War Memorial has received financial backing for a proposed move to Cranmer Square.

The Christchurch Earthquake Appeal Trust (CEAT), set up to administer post-earthquake donations, has confirmed it will "support" the … View more
The controversial relocation of Christchurch's Citizens' War Memorial has received financial backing for a proposed move to Cranmer Square.

The Christchurch Earthquake Appeal Trust (CEAT), set up to administer post-earthquake donations, has confirmed it will "support" the removal of the 82-year-old cenotaph, which has stood alongside Christ Church Cathedral since 1937, if resource consent is approved.

Moving the 300-tonne cenotaph is estimated to cost up to $1.5 million, but CEAT secretary Neil Cooper would not say how much the trust would cover "as we've not made this figure public yet".

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1900 days ago

RISINGHOLME SINGERS

Jean from Linwood

Hi Folks, it’s the turn of my other choir, Risingholme Singers, this time, for our forthcoming concert, on Saturday, 3rd August at Heaton Normal Intermediate School, commencing 3.00 p.m. We have a lovely program, including music from such greats as Aspects of Love; Joseph; Les Miserables; Guys … View moreHi Folks, it’s the turn of my other choir, Risingholme Singers, this time, for our forthcoming concert, on Saturday, 3rd August at Heaton Normal Intermediate School, commencing 3.00 p.m. We have a lovely program, including music from such greats as Aspects of Love; Joseph; Les Miserables; Guys and Dolls; etc., so hope you can join us for what I’m sure will be a very enjoyable afternoon. Further details can be found in the poster I have attached.

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1902 days ago

Aerial image shows the aftermath of the Christchurch explosion

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

An aerial image shows the extent of the damage after a huge explosion in Christchurch.
📷: John Kirk-Anderson/ Stuff

To read more, click here.

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