Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

558 days ago

Submissions on the Housing Intensification Legislation.

Jim from Bryndwr

If you are a home owner or wish to become one or you rent a home you will have opinions on what you would like your surrounding environment to be like. If you wish to purchase you will want to know what could be built next door. If you own a home you would have chosen where to purchase based upon … View moreIf you are a home owner or wish to become one or you rent a home you will have opinions on what you would like your surrounding environment to be like. If you wish to purchase you will want to know what could be built next door. If you own a home you would have chosen where to purchase based upon the zoning rules and would never have envisaged that zone to change. It is proposed that this is going to happen. To make a submission, and you should, go to ccc.govt.nz/haveyoursay . There is apparently information at the libraries as well. Nb, this intensification legislation is being forced upon all tier one cities in NZ by the Government and if adopted will result in far more losers than winners. One of the reasons for the legislation is to make housing more affordable, it won't, affordability is market driven. More buyers, price increases and prices decrease with less buyers as per the apartment market at present. In making a submission maybe talk to your neighbours or friends. If you wish to know what new zone you will be in there is an interactive map, most of suburban Chch is in the new zone ie Medium Density Zone. 11 meters high one meter off your Northern boundary !! Not flash is it!

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554 days ago

Lawn Mowers wanted running or not .

Shaun from Burnside

Hello everybody i am after anyone's unwanted running or not petrol lawn mowers that may be gathering dust in the garage or shed after breaking down. Save yourself the hassle of taking to the dump I can pick up anywhere.would be much appreciated if you can help. Please send me a message :) … View moreHello everybody i am after anyone's unwanted running or not petrol lawn mowers that may be gathering dust in the garage or shed after breaking down. Save yourself the hassle of taking to the dump I can pick up anywhere.would be much appreciated if you can help. Please send me a message :) 0221049734. Cheers shaun.

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555 days ago

Gift a subscription and Receive Oriental Lily Bulbs Free!

NZ Gardener

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For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business… View more
Spoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.

For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business has shipped hundreds of spring and summer flowering bulbs and tubers all over New Zealand from their base near Feilding.

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555 days ago

Floating flowers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Create art using Resene paint and your own breath.

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

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559 days ago

Poll: Should we scrap daylight saving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

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This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

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 we scrap daylight saving?
  • 32.5% Yes, scrap daylight savings
    32.5% Complete
  • 54.1% No, keep daylight savings
    54.1% Complete
  • 7% I don't mind either way
    7% Complete
  • 6.4% Keep daylight savings but change the dates
    6.4% Complete
6075 votes
557 days ago

New SPCA Op Shop coming soon to Sydenham 📍

The Team from SPCA Christchurch - Centre & Op Shops

Our Christchurch stores are growing, with another new Op Shop on the way located at 428 Colombo Street, Sydenham. Keep an eye out on our page for announcements of our opening date and more details for you to get your paws on some pre-loved pieces 💙

We are also in need of volunteer support to … View more
Our Christchurch stores are growing, with another new Op Shop on the way located at 428 Colombo Street, Sydenham. Keep an eye out on our page for announcements of our opening date and more details for you to get your paws on some pre-loved pieces 💙

We are also in need of volunteer support to help prepare and set-up the store, as well as support with the ongoing day-to-day operations once open. If you can help, we'd love to hear from you at ➡️ www.spca.nz...

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558 days ago

Well attended public meeting at Avonhead

Shirish Paranjape from Community Board member, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood C.Board

Scores of residents braved sleety winter weather to attend a public meeting organised by Cr Sam MacDonald, together with Mayor Phil Mauger.

Many relevant community issues were discussed with lots of questions from those present.

Those were two productive hours. Waimairi Community Board … View more
Scores of residents braved sleety winter weather to attend a public meeting organised by Cr Sam MacDonald, together with Mayor Phil Mauger.

Many relevant community issues were discussed with lots of questions from those present.

Those were two productive hours. Waimairi Community Board members Nicola and I were both there to listen to the issues raised.

Residents were encouraged to make their submissions on the draft annual plan.

ccc.govt.nz...

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557 days ago

The Vocal Collective Reimagine:70s Edition

Sue from Fendalton

The Vocal Collective, contemporary choir, Reimagine the 70s. All those songs you know so well, specially Rearranged to take full advantage of the huge and unique sound of The Vocal Collective. Sat 27 May eve at St Margaret's College, book at www.eventfinda.co.nz...

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70s reimagine Poster (1) (1).pdf Download View

558 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Audio Recovery Stories
Hear how some of our members came to find a solution to their food obsession in Addictive Eaters Anonymous.

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559 days ago

Sam Whitelock Webinar

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Neighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.

For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....… View more
Neighbourhood Support members across New Zealand are invited to attend a special wellbeing webinar, 'Building Strong Communities', with Farmstrong Ambassador, Sam Whitelock, at 7:30pm on Tuesday April 4th.

For more information and to register, head to www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz....

Please invite those on your street and in your neighbourhood who might be interested (it's not just for rural folk, although those of you in rural communities might be particularly interested).

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559 days ago

Free tech clinic

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Geeks on Wheels will be holding their free drop in clinic
- Wednesday, 29 March – 1-2pm
- 250 Colombo Street (Salvation Army centre)

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560 days ago

'Move over, Auckland' - Christchurch up there as 'the capital of cool'

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch’s economic development agency says it’s “very happy” with the country’s inaugural Sail Grand Prix (SailGP) last week, despite feedback about a lack of a windfall for Lyttelton businesses over the two days of racing.

Australian men’s lifestyle website, Man Of Many, … View more
Christchurch’s economic development agency says it’s “very happy” with the country’s inaugural Sail Grand Prix (SailGP) last week, despite feedback about a lack of a windfall for Lyttelton businesses over the two days of racing.

Australian men’s lifestyle website, Man Of Many, declared: “Move over, Auckland; Christchurch is giving you a run for your money as New Zealand’s capital of cool.” Read the full story from reporter Steven Walton here and tell us if you agree Christchurch is the "capital of cool" in the comments below (and why or why not).

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562 days ago

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562 days ago

Rengarenga

Kelly from Bryndwr

Native rock lily. White flowers, low maintenace. Hardy to a wide range of environments.

Price is per plant, 50 available at time of listing. Pickup in Bryndwr.

Price: $6

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