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2097 days ago

Want a Slice of Convenience?

Mainland NZ

There's nothing worse than a soggy sammy. The trick to keeping kids interested in eating their lunch (and stopping yourself getting bored making it) is mixing it up with variations on a theme that you know they already love.

So instead of a plain ham and cheese sandwich on sliced bread, … View more
There's nothing worse than a soggy sammy. The trick to keeping kids interested in eating their lunch (and stopping yourself getting bored making it) is mixing it up with variations on a theme that you know they already love.

So instead of a plain ham and cheese sandwich on sliced bread, try folding slices of ham and cheese into wedges of crunchy baguette or a soft bap. Save time and stress by using Mainland’s convenient sliced cheese – available in Edam, Tasty, Colby and Swiss to suit your family’s taste.

Head to mainland.co.nz for some quick and easy cheesy ideas.
Get lunchbox inspiration

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2108 days ago

WIN a Night Noodle Market VIP experience

Night Noodle Markets

How do COMPLIMENTARY dumplings and a drink sound surrounded by fairy lights and Chinese lanterns in an exclusive private dining area? We are looking for two families of FOUR to WIN a spot in the Night Noodle Markets private dining corner at the event on Sunday 10th February from 5 pm.

Simply … View more
How do COMPLIMENTARY dumplings and a drink sound surrounded by fairy lights and Chinese lanterns in an exclusive private dining area? We are looking for two families of FOUR to WIN a spot in the Night Noodle Markets private dining corner at the event on Sunday 10th February from 5 pm.

Simply like or thank this post for your family to go in the draw to WIN! (Winners will be contacted on Thursday 7th February, competition prize can only be redeemed on Sunday 10th February 2019).

Key Details:
Entry: FREE ( all ages and dogs allowed on a lead)
Location: North Hagley Park, Christchurch
Dates: 6th - 17th February (12 nights)
4 - 10 pm daily
1 - 10 pm Saturday 16th February (SPARK)
9 - 10 pm Sunday 17th February (Last night)

It's a cashless event so bring your EFTPOS or credit card!

T&Cs apply.
Find out more

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2098 days ago

Special offer for Neighbourly members with Insight Vacations

Insight vacations

Is Europe on your bucket list this year?

The team at Insight Vacations are pleased to make your 2019 adventures even more memorable with $100 off selected Europe journeys, exclusive to Neighbourly followers.

Travelling with Insight Vacations means you’ll always get to travel and stay in … View more
Is Europe on your bucket list this year?

The team at Insight Vacations are pleased to make your 2019 adventures even more memorable with $100 off selected Europe journeys, exclusive to Neighbourly followers.

Travelling with Insight Vacations means you’ll always get to travel and stay in style, enjoy small group camaraderie, and be immersed in the heart and soul of a destination and its people - like enjoying a Dine-at-Home experience with Nonna, in Alberobello, Italy.

Mention this ad to get $100 off select Europe trips.

Contact us on 0800 568 769 and visit our website to explore trips.
Find out more!

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2099 days ago

Overnight road closures in Lyttelton

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The NZ Transport Agency has three consecutive late night Lyttelton Tunnel closures coming up. These are on Sunday, 24 February, between 11pm and 4am, and also Monday and Tuesday nights, 25 and 26 February.

The closures are necessary to install and carry out essential testing of a new $29 million… View more
The NZ Transport Agency has three consecutive late night Lyttelton Tunnel closures coming up. These are on Sunday, 24 February, between 11pm and 4am, and also Monday and Tuesday nights, 25 and 26 February.

The closures are necessary to install and carry out essential testing of a new $29 million fire protection system in the tunnel. Read more

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2100 days ago

Silk cushion

Paula from Diamond Harbour

"Love Tree" by Sook Hwang. Freehand machine embroidery on silk. $179.
At Stoddart Cottage Galllery, Diamond Harbour.
See others on the Stoddart Cottage Gallery Facebook page

Price: $179

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2100 days ago

Stoddart Cottage Gallery in Diamond Harbour

Paula from Diamond Harbour

Historic Stoddart Cottage is the oldest colonial dwelling in Diamond Harbour and the birthplace of well-known Canterbury Impressionist painter Margaret Stoddart.

A visit to Stoddart Cottage is a great activity to include in a day out in Diamond Harbour. There are also cafes, walks and swimming … View more
Historic Stoddart Cottage is the oldest colonial dwelling in Diamond Harbour and the birthplace of well-known Canterbury Impressionist painter Margaret Stoddart.

A visit to Stoddart Cottage is a great activity to include in a day out in Diamond Harbour. There are also cafes, walks and swimming from the jetty or the beach.

Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am - 4pm, and most public holidays.

Stoddart Cottage Gallery is a not-for-profit enterprise run by the Stoddart Cottage Trust. We have exhibitions by local artists which change monthly and there is also a little shop run by a co-operative of local crafters and artists.

2100 days ago

Lyttelton Tunnel to close for three nights

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Lyttelton Tunnel will be closed on the evenings of February 24, 25 and 26 to install and carry out essential testing of a new fire protection system in the tunnel.

More at Newsline.

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2100 days ago

Akaroa Health Hub funding

The Team from Christchurch City Council

You can have your say on how the Akaroa Health Hub will be funded from next month.

Find out more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2105 days ago

Bottling expansion could see 9 billion litres of pristine Christchurch water sold overseas

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Cloud Ocean Water has bought land for a second bottling plant across the road from a factory it is developing on the site of a former wool scour.

The China-owned company could be eyeing up billions more litres of water from beneath Christchurch to bottle and sell overseas as part of a major … View more
Cloud Ocean Water has bought land for a second bottling plant across the road from a factory it is developing on the site of a former wool scour.

The China-owned company could be eyeing up billions more litres of water from beneath Christchurch to bottle and sell overseas as part of a major expansion of its operations in Belfast.

At least eight bores with permission to take drinking water are on or next to the new site.

If it gains consent to use them, it could have access to another 7.5 billion litres of the city's water – five times what it can already take – for export each year.

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2100 days ago

New Wigram Skies Veterinary Clinic and Good Dog Spa

Vic from Halswell

Hello Everyone! There is a new exciting destination for pets in Wigram Skies opening up in a few weeks. It's on 155 Corsair Drive, Opposite the New World. We are opening a Veterinary Clinic, and the 'Good Dog Spa' which contains a Doggy Daycare, Groomers, and Canine Physical … View moreHello Everyone! There is a new exciting destination for pets in Wigram Skies opening up in a few weeks. It's on 155 Corsair Drive, Opposite the New World. We are opening a Veterinary Clinic, and the 'Good Dog Spa' which contains a Doggy Daycare, Groomers, and Canine Physical Therapist. It is the first of it's kind in New Zealand!
If you are interested in the progress of this facility, please follow their Facebook pages.

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2100 days ago

Fancy collecting benefits while you shop?

Rod from Cashback World

No problem! Simply register with Cashback World for free online or in one of our Cashback Shops and start benefiting from your very first purchase.

Cashback
- Up to 5% of the total purchase price back
- Cashback is transferred straight to your bank account
- Cashback is paid out once you have… View more
No problem! Simply register with Cashback World for free online or in one of our Cashback Shops and start benefiting from your very first purchase.

Cashback
- Up to 5% of the total purchase price back
- Cashback is transferred straight to your bank account
- Cashback is paid out once you have collected NZ$ 20

Shopping points
- You will also collect Shopping Points on all of your purchases
- Get your hands on incredible discounts with Shopping Point Deals
- Redeeming deals generates even more Cashback and Shopping Points

Registration is always free, no matter which option you go for. Contact Rod on 021 770 297 or sign up for free here.
Register here!

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2102 days ago

♥️ Love Where You Live – Feb. 1st to 28th ♥️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! And no, we’re not just talking about the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and cheesy cards lining the aisles of stores... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign. February is all about finding ways to show your community a little extra love and care.
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Love is in the air this month! And no, we’re not just talking about the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and cheesy cards lining the aisles of stores... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign. February is all about finding ways to show your community a little extra love and care.

Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, putting together a working bee to paint a community mural, or installing a communal free kai pantry or library - there are so many ways to make our neighbourhoods that much more enjoyable for everyone.

Share your experiences with us by email or tag us online including the following hashtag:

#NSNZlovewhereyoulive

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2102 days ago

Could native birds replace pesticides?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Just as honeybees pollinating orchards provide a service that benefits humans through fruit production, birds provide a valuable service too. What native birds do you see in your garden?

2108 days ago

What do you think of the plans for the South Express cycleway?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

The proposed South Express cycleway, which links Templeton to Hagley Park, will turn sections of residential streets into culs-de-sac and also see about 65 trees replaced.

New traffic signals will be added at 11 intersections along the route.

The work is part of the … View more
Hey neighbours,

The proposed South Express cycleway, which links Templeton to Hagley Park, will turn sections of residential streets into culs-de-sac and also see about 65 trees replaced.

New traffic signals will be added at 11 intersections along the route.

The work is part of the council's $252m major cycleways programme that will see suburbs connected to the central city through 13 separate routes.

What do you think of the plans? How will the roading changes affect you? Do you think this is the best use of the NZ Transport Agency's funding?

To read more, click here.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2103 days ago

Have your say on UK-NZ trade

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict… View more
New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict the flow of goods and services between our countries, and closer cooperation on progressive trade issues, including environmental protection.

Submissions are closing on 11 February, so to make your voice heard, just answer our quick poll question and share your thoughts now.
Have your say

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