Waimairi Beach, Christchurch

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1735 days ago

BARNABUS BOOK SHOP ,NEW BRIGHTON . 121SEAVIEW ROAD.

Susanne from St Chad's and St Ambrose Anglican Church of Linwood and Aranui.

Just to let everyone know we are staying open on Mondays for March,and would love to keep seeing all those that cruise around Brighton on that day.
Lots of books having been coming in lately,so come in and have a browse,always new stock to have a look through.
CLASSICS,our stock is getting low if … View more
Just to let everyone know we are staying open on Mondays for March,and would love to keep seeing all those that cruise around Brighton on that day.
Lots of books having been coming in lately,so come in and have a browse,always new stock to have a look through.
CLASSICS,our stock is getting low if anyone has books in good condition to pass on.OPEN MON TO SATURDAY 10--4.pm.

1735 days ago

There's no place like it

Homed

Hi Neighbours,

Welcome to Homed, New Zealand’s biggest place for everything Home and property.

Take a look inside this weekend’s Sunday Star-times, where you’ll find the new look Homed publication, full of inspirational and award-winning content from Stuff, NZ House & Garden and NZ… View more
Hi Neighbours,

Welcome to Homed, New Zealand’s biggest place for everything Home and property.

Take a look inside this weekend’s Sunday Star-times, where you’ll find the new look Homed publication, full of inspirational and award-winning content from Stuff, NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener as well as the latest property listings from all around the country.

For even more home ideas, take a look at Homed.co.nz or neighbourly.co.nz for listings in your area.
Find out more

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1740 days ago

Clothes swap

Shaz from New Brighton

Hey guys. I have some woman clothes size 6 and a few size 7 shoes that if someone is keen we could do a bit of a clothes swap. I’d have say a bagful in return for a bagful 😊 we can message photos to see if it’s our style. Let me know by commenting or flick me a message

1736 days ago

Hello Hornby is coming - 7th of March

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Are you looking for something to do next weekend - look no further then Hello Hornby ! The event is next Saturday Mar 07 at 12:00 pm - 3pm
at Wycola Park, Manurere Street . Get down for all the rides, stalls, entertainment and the talent quest of course as well! Our team of fantastic … View more
Are you looking for something to do next weekend - look no further then Hello Hornby ! The event is next Saturday Mar 07 at 12:00 pm - 3pm
at Wycola Park, Manurere Street . Get down for all the rides, stalls, entertainment and the talent quest of course as well! Our team of fantastic volunteers will be there so come and say " hello ".

1737 days ago

Nominate your kind neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you know a kind neighbour? A caring person that goes out of their way to spread a little kindness in their community. Head over to the Neighbourly's Kind Neighbour page to nominate them now and you could both receive a $50 prezzy card! Nominate now

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1737 days ago

Create scrabble art

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Repurpose old Scrabble tiles and picture frames together to create cute and colourful word art.

Have fun creating your own messages and paint the frames in your favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create… View more
Repurpose old Scrabble tiles and picture frames together to create cute and colourful word art.

Have fun creating your own messages and paint the frames in your favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1738 days ago

Garage Sale

Gavin from North New Brighton

Sat 29th Feb
8am-12pm

Negotiable

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1738 days ago

Council closing beach car park to freedom campers on weekends

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Concerns over safety and public access has prompted the Christchurch City Council to close a beach car park popular with freedom campers during weekends.

The North Beach car park, which services both the surf lifesaving club and the North New Brighton community centre on Marine Pde in North New … View more
Concerns over safety and public access has prompted the Christchurch City Council to close a beach car park popular with freedom campers during weekends.

The North Beach car park, which services both the surf lifesaving club and the North New Brighton community centre on Marine Pde in North New Brighton, will be off limits to freedom campers from 7pm on Fridays until Monday morning.

The closure will apply from this weekend until Easter Sunday and again from Labour Weekend until New Year's Eve to coincide with the surf lifesaving season.

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1742 days ago

Dog Agility. Come and watch our show 8th March.

Sandra McHugh from Canterbury Canine Agility Training Society

If you are interested in joining us in our sport and are not yet sure what it is all about then you are invited to come and watch our next show.
When: Sunday 8th March
Where: Mairehau High School backfield

Entrance off Innes Road. Please drive slowly; follow the tennis court (on your right) out to… View more
If you are interested in joining us in our sport and are not yet sure what it is all about then you are invited to come and watch our next show.
When: Sunday 8th March
Where: Mairehau High School backfield

Entrance off Innes Road. Please drive slowly; follow the tennis court (on your right) out to the field

Time: 9-2pm

All dogs not competing must be on the lead (yes you need to train first to compete).

Our next new Beginners Class starts Wednesday next term. You must register online to join our new class.

Check our website for further information CCATS.co.nz

Canterbury Canine Agility Training

1739 days ago

Join our new Canterbury Parenting group

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours!

Join our new Canterbury Parenting Group - a safe place to connect with other parents, grandparents and guardians.

Use the Group to organise coffee catch-ups and playdates - and to share advice, tips and tricks for growing happy little neighbours. (There’ll even be chances … View more
Hi neighbours!

Join our new Canterbury Parenting Group - a safe place to connect with other parents, grandparents and guardians.

Use the Group to organise coffee catch-ups and playdates - and to share advice, tips and tricks for growing happy little neighbours. (There’ll even be chances to win great prizes).
Join now

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1741 days ago

Residents long for 'hidden gem' Christchurch walkway to be fixed

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

It was once a "hidden gem" for walkers, runners and cyclists.
Now it's a boggy, overgrown, broken mess.

Where other parts of the Christchurch residential red zone have been maintained and used for recreation, the Horseshoe Lake walkway has deteriorated so much since the Canterbury … View more
It was once a "hidden gem" for walkers, runners and cyclists.
Now it's a boggy, overgrown, broken mess.

Where other parts of the Christchurch residential red zone have been maintained and used for recreation, the Horseshoe Lake walkway has deteriorated so much since the Canterbury earthquakes people can no longer access it.

Do you think the walkway should be restored? Read the full story here and tell us what you think in the comments below.

1740 days ago

The South Island Journey presented by The Press

The Team from Readers Tours

Are you ready to discover the beauty of the South Island with a group of likeminded individuals and experienced tour guides?

Our next South Island Tour offers adventurous seniors the chance to explore the hidden gems that the South Island has to offer including the natural and mountainous … View more
Are you ready to discover the beauty of the South Island with a group of likeminded individuals and experienced tour guides?

Our next South Island Tour offers adventurous seniors the chance to explore the hidden gems that the South Island has to offer including the natural and mountainous landscapes. Travel via train, coach and ferry over this diverse 14-day itinerary.

8 - 21 OCTOBER 2020

Bookings are limited. Visit www.readerstours.co.nz... to find out more or call us on 0800 080 099.

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1740 days ago

20 Bay Leaves

Steve from North New Brighton

They can be used fresh or when they are dried the flavour intensifies. Dried bay leaves will keep for ages.

Bay leaves release their flavor during slow cooking, so the longer the better. They can be added to casseroles, stews, soups, marinades, pasta sauces and spaghetti bolognese. Bay leaves also… View more
They can be used fresh or when they are dried the flavour intensifies. Dried bay leaves will keep for ages.

Bay leaves release their flavor during slow cooking, so the longer the better. They can be added to casseroles, stews, soups, marinades, pasta sauces and spaghetti bolognese. Bay leaves also impart a great flavor to white, cream or cheese sauces.



Do not forget them to pop them in any pickles you are making.

Price: $2

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1740 days ago

Canterbury Japan Day 2020 - Sunday 1 March!

Japanese Society

Come and join us on our 9th instalment of Canterbury Japan Day on 1st March at Riccarton Racecourse! This is a free event for the whole family.

Our theme this year is the"Japanese Winter" and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. We will have our usual delicious food stalls, prominent business … View more
Come and join us on our 9th instalment of Canterbury Japan Day on 1st March at Riccarton Racecourse! This is a free event for the whole family.

Our theme this year is the"Japanese Winter" and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. We will have our usual delicious food stalls, prominent business stalls and entertaining experiences for all.

We have an entertaining line up on our indoor and outdoor stages in addition to cultural experiences such as the Japanese Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy. With an Olympic area, Sapporo Beer Garden, Drift car display and performances by the Japanese Drumming Group Takumi, there will be something for everyone at this event!

Visit us on Facebook.
See you on 1 March at Riccarton Racecourse!
Find out more

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1748 days ago

Water restrictions for Christchurch to protect firefighting supplies

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Water restrictions have been introduced in Christchurch to ensure there are enough supplies to fight fires.

The ban, the lowest of four levels, means water cannot be used outside between 3pm and 9pm, with use of hoses, sprinklers and garden irrigation systems allowed only on alternate days.

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Water restrictions have been introduced in Christchurch to ensure there are enough supplies to fight fires.

The ban, the lowest of four levels, means water cannot be used outside between 3pm and 9pm, with use of hoses, sprinklers and garden irrigation systems allowed only on alternate days.

People living at odd-numbered addresses should water gardens on odd dates, even-numbered houses on even dates.

Read more here

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