Wigram, Christchurch

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If you know of crime happening locally, let your neighbours know here.

2703 days ago

We're hitting the road!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.

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2704 days ago

Make a career out of Te Reo

Ara Institute of Canterbury

“A gift from the gods, a reflection of our environment.” Te Reo exists only in New Zealand and it’s an important part of our national identity.

You can help spread its use throughout society – and at the same time open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in many sectors – by… View more
“A gift from the gods, a reflection of our environment.” Te Reo exists only in New Zealand and it’s an important part of our national identity.

You can help spread its use throughout society – and at the same time open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in many sectors – by studying the Bachelor of Māori Language and Indigenous Studies at Ara Institute of Canterbury.

You’ll become fluent within a supportive whānau environment, and you’ll have the opportunity to combine your Te Reo studies with other subjects relating to your personal career aspirations. The degree starts in February; learn more here and apply now.
Find out more!

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2704 days ago

Poll: Who did you want to win The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?

If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.

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Who did you want to win The Block NZ?
  • 6.4% House 1 - Claire and Agni
    6.4% Complete
  • 42.2% House 2 - Ben and Tom
    42.2% Complete
  • 15.7% House 3 - Chlo and Em
    15.7% Complete
  • 35.7% House 4 - Amy and Stu
    35.7% Complete
1227 votes
2710 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.

2704 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
2705 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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2705 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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2715 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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2705 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

2705 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...

2705 days ago

SPOTLIGHT

Harcourts Grenadier

Dare to be Different at 59 Simeon Street, Spreydon

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

2706 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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2706 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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2706 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

2706 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

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