Sydenham, Christchurch

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

2894 days ago

Connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season - Tip 2

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.

2. Pop over with a hand-made card from a child
A little note to say Happy Holidays can make the world of difference to an older neighbour. Have your son or daughter make up a card or get your crafty hat on and make one yourself. It’s a great excuse to pop over and have a nice chat.

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2893 days ago

If you have to think, don't drink

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Do you wonder if one or two drinks will have you over the limit? It's as simple as not getting behind the wheel. Today we launch a road safety campaign as we head into the festive season. Check out what Scott Pearson has to say after 20 years working as an emergency doctor. ccc.govt.nz...

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2894 days ago

An easy way to give this Christmas!

FreshChoice New Zealand

What is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? FreshChoice Supermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add… View moreWhat is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? FreshChoice Supermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a second one for the donation trolley. An easy way to give locally this Christmas. Learn more

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2894 days ago

Garage Sale

Melanie from Woolston

9am - 12pm Saturday 17th December 16 Ashmole Street, Woolston. Moving house and need to downsize. Clothes, toys, stereo, books, generator, work equipment etc.

2894 days ago

Pioneer Leisure Pool

After Hours from Christchurch City Council

Good afternoon everyone. Our Leisure Pool at Pioneer Rec and Sport Centre is currently closed for unscheduled maintenance, and is expected to re-open at 5:00pm this afternoon. Our Lane Pools, Spa, Sauna and Steam Rooms are still operational. ^SW4

2895 days ago

GARAGE SALE...176 TANCRED STREET...JUST OFF WOODHAM RD END......SUNDAY FROM 9AM

Jan from Linwood

HEY THERE,,OUR GARAGE SALE WILL CONTINUE SUNDAY 11TH FROM 9AM....THANKS TO ALL THAT CAME ON SATURDAY......LOTS OF ITEMS ...WORTH A LOOK...SEE YOU THERE.....176 TANCRED STREET, AVONSIDE...JUST OFF WOODHAM RD END...

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2896 days ago

Learn Tai Chi - resolution for better health

Diane from Christchurch Central

Come along and learn Sing Ong Tai Chi to improve your health and wellbeing, relax and do your daily exercise at the same time. West Spreydon School Hall, 147 Lyttelton Street, Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30pm to 8:30pm. Small classes, individual tuition. Reasonable prices.

2896 days ago

GARAGE SALE...176 TANCRED STREET...JUST OFF WOODHAM RD END......SATURDAY..8AM - 1PM

Jan from Linwood

WE ARE HAVING A GARAGE SALE....SATURDAY 10TH.....176 TANCRED STREET....BETWEEN LINWOOD AVE AND WOODHAM RD.....LOTS OF BARGAINS, UNIQUE ITEMS, JEWELLERY...ART FOR YOUR WALL....GARDEN POTS....LOTS OF KNICK KNACKS.....SEE YOU THERE..

2908 days ago

Christms baking

Annie from Linwood

Moist light Christmas cake with or without marzipan butter icing baked in a ring tin 22cm across 7cm deep, Christmas decoration on top of cake $25.00


Moist Christmas pies one dozen $15.00
Delicious Shortbread one dozen $15.00


Taking orders now. Phone or text 0276444841 od email  … View more
Moist light Christmas cake with or without marzipan butter icing baked in a ring tin 22cm across 7cm deep, Christmas decoration on top of cake $25.00


Moist Christmas pies one dozen $15.00
Delicious Shortbread one dozen $15.00


Taking orders now. Phone or text 0276444841 od email  annie.webb@clear.net.nz
Will deliver if required at an extra charge of $5.00

2896 days ago

Universal remote

Sheree Neighbourly Lead from Linwood

Does anyone have one of these lying around that they don't need I just got a TV for my little nieces birthday but it's got no remote willing to buy 1 please get in touch if u have 1 avaliable thank u the TV is Sony

2897 days ago

Last chance to enter our Christmas letterbox competition!

Mike Pero Real Estate New Zealand - HQ

Untangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and … View moreUntangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!

Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
Find out more

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2897 days ago

Garage Sale Saturday 10th December

Alison from Spreydon

Combined house clear out so many bargains to be had. Includes a table of brand new gifts so come along and do some Christmas shopping
115 Simeon Street
8.00am -2.00pm

Negotiable

2897 days ago

Our new show homes are open!

Compass Homes (Canterbury) Ltd

If you are looking to build your new home, come and have a look at our gorgeous new show homes and chat to our excellent sales staff.
They are located at:
54 Footbridge Terrace, Silverstream, Clarkville
and
4 Rosewood Drive, Oakfields, Amberley

Both are open from Wednesday to Sunday between … View more
If you are looking to build your new home, come and have a look at our gorgeous new show homes and chat to our excellent sales staff.
They are located at:
54 Footbridge Terrace, Silverstream, Clarkville
and
4 Rosewood Drive, Oakfields, Amberley

Both are open from Wednesday to Sunday between 12pm and 4pm but you are welcome to make an appointment for any other time.

We also have a show home at 7 Broomleigh Drive, Faringdon, Rolleston with the same opening hours.

Negotiable

2897 days ago

Connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.

1. Invite your older neighbour to share a meal or a cup of tea
Christmas can be a tough time for older people, especially those who live alone. Invite your older neighbour over for a meal this holiday season. This will give you a chance to build a relationship with them.

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2897 days ago

Long or strong, get gone

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately … View more
All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately to high ground, or as far inland as possible.
The earthquake is your first warning, tsunami waves can arrive within minutes. Do not wait for official advice or warning systems.
Contact your local civil defence group for tsunami zone maps and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
Talk to your neighbours about where you will go, and who might need your help.

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