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2936 days ago

Are you thinking of refinancing or buying a new home?

SBS Bank

Hi, I’m Alan Lover, your local SBS Bank Mobile Mortgage Manager. If you’re looking at a new mortgage, get in touch with me. I can come to you where and when it suits, and will handle the whole process from application right through to settlement.

Contact me anytime on 027 500 5545. T&Cs … View more
Hi, I’m Alan Lover, your local SBS Bank Mobile Mortgage Manager. If you’re looking at a new mortgage, get in touch with me. I can come to you where and when it suits, and will handle the whole process from application right through to settlement.

Contact me anytime on 027 500 5545. T&Cs apply.
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2936 days ago

NZ Cup and Show Week - How to get there

Luke Thomas from Transport for Christchurch

Want to know the best way to your venue during the biggest week of the year?
Get all your travel information on this years Cup and Show Week on our website. ^LT

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2937 days ago

Monarch Butterflies.

Pamela Neighbourly Lead from Templeton

I just love watching these butterflies. This is a wonderful site to join. This year I intend to report sightings and also tag the ones which hatch in my garden. I have planted six Swan plants and hopefully they will cope with the caterpillars!

Monarch Butterfly New Zealand Trust
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I just love watching these butterflies. This is a wonderful site to join. This year I intend to report sightings and also tag the ones which hatch in my garden. I have planted six Swan plants and hopefully they will cope with the caterpillars!

Monarch Butterfly New Zealand Trust
www.monarch.org.nz...
We know you are fascinated by Monarch butterflies… just like us! We are here to conserve New Zealand's biodiversity so that our butterflies and moths, and their ...

2937 days ago

9 popular Plants Than Can be Poisonous to animals.

Pamela Neighbourly Lead from Templeton

I had a friend whose dog ate lily bulbs and sadly died. Do be careful with plants and bulbs.

9 Popular Plants That Can Be Deadly for Your Pet.pdf Download View

2937 days ago

Today is World Tsunami Day

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few … View more
All of NZ’s coastline is at risk from tsunami. Take some time this weekend to make a plan with your family. If your street was evacuated where would you go? What would you take? What about pets? Do you have neighbours who might need your help?
In a local source tsunami we may only have a few minutes warning. Early warning saves lives. Know what to do and where to go. www.happens.nz...

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2938 days ago

Poll: Are property prices a concern for you?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This week in Pulse of the Nation, we're asking about property prices in your community. Do they concern you?
#pulseofthenation

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Are property prices a concern for you?
  • 33% Yes - it's simply not possible for me to buy in my community
    33% Complete
  • 51.4% I already own but I wouldn't want to buy in the current market
    51.4% Complete
  • 14% They don't concern me
    14% Complete
  • 1.6% I don't know
    1.6% Complete
2376 votes
2938 days ago

New Brighton Guy Fawkes Extravaganza

Luke Thomas from Transport for Christchurch

Far above the moon, the fireworks display will start at 9:10pm, with a light show under New Brighton Pier beginning at 9pm. Food stalls will be open from 5pm so come down early, get a comfy spot among the dunes and settle in to remember a hero, just for one day.

Check out the transport options … View more
Far above the moon, the fireworks display will start at 9:10pm, with a light show under New Brighton Pier beginning at 9pm. Food stalls will be open from 5pm so come down early, get a comfy spot among the dunes and settle in to remember a hero, just for one day.

Check out the transport options and restrictions by checking our website

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2938 days ago

How to get to the New Brighton fireworks

Social Media from Christchurch City Council

For those of you heading along to the fireworks at New Brighton Pier tomorrow night please have a read here to see the best route and all the road closures below:

Road Closures:

From 6pm to Midnight November 5, 2016.

* Marine Parade From Hawke Street to Hood Street

* Oram Avenue From … View more
For those of you heading along to the fireworks at New Brighton Pier tomorrow night please have a read here to see the best route and all the road closures below:

Road Closures:

From 6pm to Midnight November 5, 2016.

* Marine Parade From Hawke Street to Hood Street

* Oram Avenue From Beresford Street to Hood Street

* Brighton Mall Entire Length

* Beresford Street Entire Length

* Hardy Street From Collingwood Street to Seaview Road

* Hood Street Union Street to Oram Avenue

* Ida Street Entire Length

* Union Street Owles Terrace to Beresford Street

* Seaview Rd Hardy Street to Brighton Mall

Have an awesome time and enjoy the show in the sky!

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2938 days ago

P Contamination

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

P contamination in housing – something we need to worry about?

Follow this link to get further information on all the questions listed below.

www.cab.org.nz...

How much of a problem is “P” contamination?
What is the landlord’s responsibility around ensuring a rental property is … View more
P contamination in housing – something we need to worry about?

Follow this link to get further information on all the questions listed below.

www.cab.org.nz...

How much of a problem is “P” contamination?
What is the landlord’s responsibility around ensuring a rental property is not contaminated by methamphetamine?
The landlord of the place I used to rent wants me to pay for the cost of decontaminating the property , after the rental tested positive for “P” contamination. What are my rights?
How can I tell whether a property is contaminated?
What about meth testing?
What should I do if I think a property has been contaminated?

2939 days ago

REMINDER - TONIGHT: CYBER SAFETY

Alison from Avonhead

Are you a parent/guardian concerned about how your child uses the Internet or their mobile phone?
Cybercrime is a very real issue facing families in NZ, but there are easy practical steps to help prevent it. Avonhead Community Trust invites you to a free presentation on the issues and dangers … View more
Are you a parent/guardian concerned about how your child uses the Internet or their mobile phone?
Cybercrime is a very real issue facing families in NZ, but there are easy practical steps to help prevent it. Avonhead Community Trust invites you to a free presentation on the issues and dangers associated with the inappropriate use of computers, mobile phones and the Internet.
Hosted by NZ Cyber Security expert John Parsons, you will leave with the knowledge to help, support and protect your family. Topics covered include online grooming; sexting; cyber bullying; reputation management and more.
All welcome :-) Free entry.
Avonhead Baptist Church, 102 Avonhead Rd,
Thursday 3 November, 7.30pm

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2940 days ago

Get Biking this November!

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

As the days get warmer and longer, more excuses to get out on your bikes keep on coming. There are lots of interesting cycling events happening around Chch in November, including friendly rides, bike workshops, discussions, and more. Find out all about it at "Cycling in Chch": … View moreAs the days get warmer and longer, more excuses to get out on your bikes keep on coming. There are lots of interesting cycling events happening around Chch in November, including friendly rides, bike workshops, discussions, and more. Find out all about it at "Cycling in Chch": cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

2960 days ago

Fish'n'Chip favourite?

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

The time for the kiwi summer classic, a feed of fish and chips, is upon us.
We want to know where to get the best Fish and Chip.
What is your order and where from?

***Comments can be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (not for print)***

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2940 days ago

New issue out now

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

This week's issue is out now. If are having delivery issues you can now submit your missed delivery here: www.fixmydelivery.co.nz...

If you are in an area where we don't deliver, you can grab your copy from these places each week:

Burnham Four Square
Rolleston New World
Rolleston… View more
This week's issue is out now. If are having delivery issues you can now submit your missed delivery here: www.fixmydelivery.co.nz...

If you are in an area where we don't deliver, you can grab your copy from these places each week:

Burnham Four Square
Rolleston New World
Rolleston Service Centre
Selwyn District Council HQ, Rolleston
Selwyn District Council, Lincoln
Hororata Motors
Selwyn District Council, Darfield
Z Darfield
Challenge Leeston
Doyleston Store
Dunsandel Store
Ralph Ogg Service Station
Tai Tapu Café Store

And, of course, you can always read it, in full, online, right here on Neighbourly www.neighbourly.co.nz...

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2947 days ago

Want to head along to the NZ Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure Show next weekend at Horncastle Arena?

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

** CONGRATULATIONS to Claire Thomason from Prebbleton and Lisa Paget from Leeston. Please email shannon.beynon@fairfaxmedia.co.nz and we'll get those tickets to you before the weekend. Well done!

The competition is now closed, but you can get along to the NZ Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure … View more
** CONGRATULATIONS to Claire Thomason from Prebbleton and Lisa Paget from Leeston. Please email shannon.beynon@fairfaxmedia.co.nz and we'll get those tickets to you before the weekend. Well done!

The competition is now closed, but you can get along to the NZ Motorhome, Caravan and Leisure show all this weekend at Horncastle Arena for $15 or or grab a multi day pass for $22. Children under 16 free.

Simply comment on this post, telling us where your favourite NZ holiday destination is. Tickets will be drawn on Monday October 31.

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2942 days ago

HORNBY COMMUNITY WORKERS GROUP LUNCHEON MEETING

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

If you are a Community Worker/Organisation involved with our local Community, we would love for you to come along to our monthly Luncheon Meeting.

WEDNESDAY 2ND NOVEMBER 2016, 12PM - 1.15PM

HORNBY COMMUNITY CARE CENTRE
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If you are a Community Worker/Organisation involved with our local Community, we would love for you to come along to our monthly Luncheon Meeting.

WEDNESDAY 2ND NOVEMBER 2016, 12PM - 1.15PM

HORNBY COMMUNITY CARE CENTRE
8 Goulding Avenue, Hornby

Light lunch, tea & coffee provided

Our guest speaker for this month is Amanda Cook, Ministry of Social Development, Work & Income.

Look forward to seeing you.

Linda Turner
Coordinator

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