Wigram, Christchurch

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2655 days ago

Mayor Lianne Dalziel says resource consent crisis was caused by an 'oversight'

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

An error in Christchurch's district plan that triggered a resource consents crisis in coastal communities was down to an oversight during the drafting stage by the key organisation tasked with drawing it up, Mayor Lianne Dalziel has claimed.

She has promised an independent inquiry into the … View more
An error in Christchurch's district plan that triggered a resource consents crisis in coastal communities was down to an oversight during the drafting stage by the key organisation tasked with drawing it up, Mayor Lianne Dalziel has claimed.

She has promised an independent inquiry into the fiasco.

2650 days ago

Poll: Jandals shaped the feet of a nation. What are the new jandals?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Jandals shaped the feet of a nation. What are the new jandals?
  • 49.4% Allbirds, the hi-tech shoe with an environmental goal, made from fine merino woo
    49.4% Complete
  • 31.8% Nomads, the 1980s crepe-soled schoolyard phenomenon set for a 2020 reboot;
    31.8% Complete
  • 18.9% Thick foot hair, as modelled by Peter Jackson’s hobbits.
    18.9% Complete
541 votes
2650 days ago

Drivers might pay more, learn why.

The Team from ACC New Zealand

At ACC, we’re proposing to increase the levies collected from road users to pay for the rising cost of road injuries. If you’re a road user, these proposals could affect you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2650 days ago

Reminder!

Harcourts Grenadier

Don't forget that daylight savings starts this weekend! Turn your clocks back one hour this Sunday at 2am. Here's to long summer nights and backyard BBQs!

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2660 days ago

Best fruit and vege shops in Christchurch

Anna Williams Reporter from The Press

Neat Places have collected a few of its favourite spots for picking up fresh weekly vegies. What's your go-to fruit and vege shop? Click the link below to read the full article.

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2650 days ago

Suspected killer of the Goose population at Westlake Park

Victoria from Wigram

I am a regular visitor to Westlake Park - walking with my dog, enjoying the community space, watching the children playing sport, families enjoying the surroundings and park and taking in the very friendly bird life on the lake. So many of us enjoy feeding the birds and enjoying watching them … View moreI am a regular visitor to Westlake Park - walking with my dog, enjoying the community space, watching the children playing sport, families enjoying the surroundings and park and taking in the very friendly bird life on the lake. So many of us enjoy feeding the birds and enjoying watching them raise their little families on the water. I'm hoping that you are familiar with the Geese at Westlake too - very trusting and taking the bread or seed directly from your hand. I have always immersed myself in this wee community however of late I have noticed a dwindling number of Geese and this last week I was talking to a couple who live on the perifery of the park and they mentioned to me that a couple of months ago their was 15 Geese who lived on the lake - all females. They have noticed the numbers dwindling over time and on searching can find no dead geese and as they cannot fly this has concerned them . Last Thursday there were only 5 Geese in total and they are aware of an elderly man that they reckon to be in his eighties who frequents the park with his camera and telescopic lens and is seen sitting on the shores supposedly taking 'photos'. This man has been overheard saying that the Geese are not native to the lake or area and they should be removed - in fact this conversation was with a Park Ranger. It is known that this same gentleman scopes out the Geese and in the early hours of the morning, decks himself out in waders and walks across to the island and disposes of the geese. Now we don't know how he is killing the birds but their bodies disappear. I was more than horrified to hear that this is happening in my community that someone has appointed himself to the position of "assassin" and is killing defenceless birds. This same gentleman who told me this horrific news says that he has been in touch with the council and police repeatedly but absolutely nothing has been done to stop this. I am hoping that this post will alert others in the neighbourhood who enjoy Westlake Park like I do to be aware of this evil person - be on the look out for an elderly man - slightly built walking or sitting on the banks of the lake with his camera.
Please lets spread the word as this morning on my walk there I saw only 2 Geese.
Please help preserve the wildlife - native or not, we are not here to judge, only to enjoy.!!!

Victoria

2650 days ago

Biketober 2018 is here!

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

The month of October is imminent and that means... Biketober is back! Yes, the award-winning festival of biking is back for the entire month right across Christchurch.

Last year, we enjoyed over 60 different events happening throughout the month; this year, the calendar is chocka with at least … View more
The month of October is imminent and that means... Biketober is back! Yes, the award-winning festival of biking is back for the entire month right across Christchurch.

Last year, we enjoyed over 60 different events happening throughout the month; this year, the calendar is chocka with at least 80 activities to choose from! Guided rides, NZ Bike Expo, beginner MTB sessions, bike repair workshops, kids skills fun days, social events - the list is endless...

The Biketober Passport is also back again, with 40 different businesses around the city awaiting your custom and the chance to win prizes.

More details on all this: cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

2651 days ago

SPOTLIGHT

Harcourts Grenadier

Dare to be Different at 59 Simeon Street, Spreydon

For more information visit: www.grenadier.harcourts.co.nz...

2651 days ago

Discover a new New Zealand

Great Journeys of New Zealand

On 14th November 2016, a quake devastated the region of Kaikōura. Out of the devastation has come the creation of a new landscape and a stronger Kaikōura community. “Parts of Kaikōura now look like an alien landscape” said Stuff.

Be one of the first to discover the new New Zealand on the … View more
On 14th November 2016, a quake devastated the region of Kaikōura. Out of the devastation has come the creation of a new landscape and a stronger Kaikōura community. “Parts of Kaikōura now look like an alien landscape” said Stuff.

Be one of the first to discover the new New Zealand on the Coastal Pacific train, re-opening December 1st.

Photo credit: Marine Ecology Research Group, University Of Canterbury
Find out more

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2651 days ago

Spring Bargain Time!

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

Time to update your Spring wardrobe or cupboards? Our $1 sale is starting Monday 1st October until Friday 5th. Come along and grab a bargain.
Hours: 9.30am - 3.30pm, Mon - Fri

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2651 days ago

UP-CYCLED by RAMSHACKLE DESIGN: 3 Piece Little Girls Set

Michelle from Halswell

This gorgeous 3 piece little girls set must go, just don't have the space to store, was lovingly up-cycled by me and a lot of work has gone into this unique piece.
Listed for $1.00 Reserve

www.trademe.co.nz...

Negotiable

2651 days ago

Unique Up-Cycled Berege

Michelle from Halswell

This must go is taking up to much room in my hallway have listed on trademe for $1.00 reserve.
A lot of love and work has gone into this unique piece would love for it to go to a lovely home. Happy to arrange shipping at buyers expense.

www.trademe.co.nz...

Negotiable

2651 days ago

Tsunami Siren testing this weekend

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just a reminder that Christchurch Emergency Managment is testing their Tsunami Sirens this Sunday at 11am.

They test their sirens twice a year on the daylight savings change over - think of it as a reminder to 1) change your clocks and 2) get prepared for an emergency and make a plan with your… View more
Just a reminder that Christchurch Emergency Managment is testing their Tsunami Sirens this Sunday at 11am.

They test their sirens twice a year on the daylight savings change over - think of it as a reminder to 1) change your clocks and 2) get prepared for an emergency and make a plan with your family or flatmates.

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2652 days ago

The place to spend your Golden Age

Golden Healthcare Group

It’s the little touches at Golden Age Rest Home that make it feel like home.

The space offers cosy community areas, beautifully manicured gardens and 24-hour nursing care.

Golden Age Rest Home offers the perfect balance of independence for residents and peace-of-mind for loved ones.

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It’s the little touches at Golden Age Rest Home that make it feel like home.

The space offers cosy community areas, beautifully manicured gardens and 24-hour nursing care.

Golden Age Rest Home offers the perfect balance of independence for residents and peace-of-mind for loved ones.

Call our staff to chat about life at Golden Age - 03 375 0720
Find out more!

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2653 days ago

Spring Fling - Fill A bag of Thifty Clothes

Michelle from Hoon Hay

Come down and fill a bag of Womens Clothes $10-00 per bag also a devoshire tea will be selling
Cash Sale ONLY no eftpos facility School Hall

Mens wool suits 25-00 set
shoes 5-00 dollars

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