Sydenham, Christchurch

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Check out the goodies on offer here. Or...it's not too late to list your own items for sale!

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478 days ago

Bexely dog park

Gary from Linwood

I wish to thank all those involved to help me back to my wobbly legs when I went head over heels at bexley dog park yesterday,,,I was trying to pick up my dog's poos and went head over heels, when a young lady and 2 gentlemen helped me back up,,,as I am aging I think I will take one … View moreI wish to thank all those involved to help me back to my wobbly legs when I went head over heels at bexley dog park yesterday,,,I was trying to pick up my dog's poos and went head over heels, when a young lady and 2 gentlemen helped me back up,,,as I am aging I think I will take one gentleman's advise and carry a stick from now on,,,Thank you guys and dolls so much!!

480 days ago

Poll: Should all homes have curtains?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid… View more
Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid living in cold, damp conditions. Do you think curtains should be mandatory for New Zealand homes?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should all homes have curtains?
  • 78.5% Yes - it should be a must
    78.5% Complete
  • 13.9% No - it should be up to the landlord
    13.9% Complete
  • 7.6% I'd need more information
    7.6% Complete
2481 votes
479 days ago

Do you have a Bright Spot in your neighbourhood?

Resene

The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots… View more
The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots in your neighbourhood that bring a smile to your face and add a little colour to your day.

There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!

Enter your local bright spots pics today and be in to *WIN*.
Share a Bright Spot!

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480 days ago

Whareora Community House

Jane Hill from Whareora Community House - Barrington

Did you know that the Whareora Community House Activity Programme includes a Monthly Bus Trip? The next one is going to Conway Flat (Hurunui) on Wednesday 21 June, departing 9.30am. The cost is $30 p/p and includes a finger food lunch. Bookings Essential. Further information is available from our… View moreDid you know that the Whareora Community House Activity Programme includes a Monthly Bus Trip? The next one is going to Conway Flat (Hurunui) on Wednesday 21 June, departing 9.30am. The cost is $30 p/p and includes a finger food lunch. Bookings Essential. Further information is available from our Office and Opportunity Shop, or send us a message. The Shop is open Monday to Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm. Look for the Blue House at 8 Athelstan Street, opposite Barrington Mall and close to the Medical Centre.

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481 days ago

CAB Volunteers at the Loft and Rolleston Library - Tuesday, 6 June

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Our team are out and about to help you
- the Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall) every week - Tuesday, from 11am- 2pm

- Rolleston Library - every 4 weeks - Tuesday from 10am-1pm

If you have an issue or you need help and prefer to talk face to face, just pop on in.

You can also go into … View more
Our team are out and about to help you
- the Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall) every week - Tuesday, from 11am- 2pm

- Rolleston Library - every 4 weeks - Tuesday from 10am-1pm

If you have an issue or you need help and prefer to talk face to face, just pop on in.

You can also go into any of our branches at Fendalton Library, Hornby Community centre and 250 Colombo Street (Salvation army building). Open Monday to Friday, times vary.

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481 days ago

Your adventures change, the fees won’t

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*some conditions apply
Learn more

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498 days ago

Poll: Should Christchurch have a city-wide alcohol ban?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

At a council meeting this week, city councillor Kelly Barber said he the council to implement a city-wide alcohol ban. He said allowing people to drink unsupervised in public was a bad look for the city.

Cr Aaron Keown supported Barber’s call for a city-wide ban, saying it was something the … View more
At a council meeting this week, city councillor Kelly Barber said he the council to implement a city-wide alcohol ban. He said allowing people to drink unsupervised in public was a bad look for the city.

Cr Aaron Keown supported Barber’s call for a city-wide ban, saying it was something the council should be exploring.

The comments were made during a discussion about a temporary alcohol ban around Woolston village, put in place in December 2022 after residents raised concerns about drinking and antisocial behaviour in the village. The council voted on Wednesday to extend the existing temporary ban until a permanent ban could be put in place.

Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board Paul McMahon​ said a city-wide ban would be harder to argue for than a specific one like Woolston's because the problem has to be proportional to the action taken.

What do you think? Should public drinking be banned across Christchurch? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts in the comments below.

You can also read reporter Tina Law's full story on the Woolston alcohol ban on The Press' masthead site here (subscription required).

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Should Christchurch have a city-wide alcohol ban?
  • 62.6% Yes
    62.6% Complete
  • 32.9% No
    32.9% Complete
  • 4.5% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments)
    4.5% Complete
377 votes
482 days ago

Closed for Kings Birthday

The Team from Red Cross Store Manchester St

The team at Manchester Street are having a well -earned rest to celebrate The Kings Birthday. See you Tuesday at 9am.

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483 days ago

Bathroom vanity

Liz from Huntsbury

White 900mm two drawer vanity. As new but one end needs relaminating or painting. Phone 03 3326128 to collect

Free

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483 days ago

Grazing for my horse

Jansje from Addington

URGENTLY-looking for grazing for one quiet mare.
Wanting something with either an arena or paddock that you can ride in.
Respectful and reliable.
Ideally looking at Halswell or Hoonhay or anything close to town.

483 days ago

Vote in Stuff’s Love Your Local Awards...

The Team from Love Your Local

Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do! Vote now

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485 days ago

Winter Soup Kitchen - This Saturday 3 June 11-12.30 Christchurch South Community Gardens 188 Strickland St, Sydenham. Free Soup & Toast

Christine Blance from Christchurch South Community Gardens

To mark World Environment Day (June 5 - # Beat Plastic Pollution) and to try something tasty and Free - come along this Saturday 3 June for some Green Goddess Soup & Toast - 11am - 12.30pm)- All welcome .

484 days ago

Cloche encounters of the vegetable kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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488 days ago

Poll: Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View more
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.

Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?
  • 69% Yes
    69% Complete
  • 28.5% No
    28.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure
    2.5% Complete
4436 votes
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485 days ago

Garage sale at 8 Townson Road Preston's Park

Brenda from Linwood

3 families have sorted their goodies and will be available after 8 on Saturday. Household goods books jewellery clothing dads etc

Price: $12,345

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