Ashburton District, Ashburton

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2285 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View more
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.

The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.

Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.

So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Find out more

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2287 days ago

How to grow trilliums

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

Your friendly neighbourhood expert plantsman Alan Trott says to give trilliums a go!

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2287 days ago
2288 days ago

Home Sweet Home

Catherine from Ashburton District

A home with something for everyone. You will find a fully fenced large section, 4 double sized bedrooms (2 upstairs, 2 downstairs), large lounge with large open plan dining room or a second lounge, family sized kitchen with loads of storage and a double wall oven. Double internal access garage with… View moreA home with something for everyone. You will find a fully fenced large section, 4 double sized bedrooms (2 upstairs, 2 downstairs), large lounge with large open plan dining room or a second lounge, family sized kitchen with loads of storage and a double wall oven. Double internal access garage with room above to store your possessions or build to extend the home! Bathroom upstairs, and a bathroom downstairs with a separate toilet beside it and a generous sized laundry, this home is a must view!

Negotiable

2288 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Share them on our page, and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

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2291 days ago

August Open Days at Alpine View

Alpine View

Alpine View Lifestyle Village is a new generation retirement village in Waitikiri, Christchurch. Alpine View offers a full continuum of care with options including: independent houses, serviced houses, serviced apartments, rest home and hospital level care.

At Alpine View we recognise that … View more
Alpine View Lifestyle Village is a new generation retirement village in Waitikiri, Christchurch. Alpine View offers a full continuum of care with options including: independent houses, serviced houses, serviced apartments, rest home and hospital level care.

At Alpine View we recognise that ‘Lifestyle is one of our most powerful medicines.’ We create; places, spaces, facilities, homes, food, events and activities that we, ourselves, would want!

Come along to one of our open days to enjoy a tour of our village.
When: Sunday 12th & Monday 13th August, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Alpine View Lifestyle Village, 448 Prestons Road, Waitikiri

For further information contact us on:
Phone: 03 383 1333
Email: Reception@alpineview.co.nz
Website: www.alpineview.co.nz
Find out more!

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2292 days ago

Ellesmere College PTA Quiz Night

Sharon from Leeston

When: 7th September 2018
Time: Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm Start
Theme: The 80's

Prizes for 1st overall, Best Dressed, Wooden Spoon and Best Student Team. A Student team is where at least 4 of the 6 players are Students year 13 or less.

Prices: $60 per open team, $30 per Student … View more
When: 7th September 2018
Time: Doors open 6.30pm for 7pm Start
Theme: The 80's

Prizes for 1st overall, Best Dressed, Wooden Spoon and Best Student Team. A Student team is where at least 4 of the 6 players are Students year 13 or less.

Prices: $60 per open team, $30 per Student team
$5 per social space (not participating in Quiz) located near Bar area.
All entry Includes Supper

Bar available selling Beer, Wine, Mixers and Soft Drinks. Tea, Coffee and Water free of charge.

Raffles, Table Games and lots of amazing Auctions including our three Star Prizes

1. $350 value voucher from Crate and Barrel
One nights accommodation for two, Main Dinner Meal for Two, Breakfast for Two and one bottle of house wine

2. $720 value - from Terrace Downs
A Round of Golf for 4 people including electric Carts at Terrace Downs
A round of Golf you will never forget.

3. Hanmer Springs Package
One nights mid week accommodation, Mini Group Pass (2 Adults, 3 children) at Hanmer Springs Hot Pools, 2 Adult Jet Boat rides value $250, a Family Mini Golf Pass and a Family Limo Bike Cruise voucher

Plus over 30 more fab auctions. For the full list, please follow and like our Facebook page Ellesmere College PTA.

To book in a team or social space, please email pta@ellesmere.school.nz or comment on the Facebook Page

All funds go towards Well being Programmes including
Positive Learning Behavior Programmes, Suicide Awareness Lectures, Anti Bullying Initiatives, and Whanau Support for families in crisis or need.

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2292 days ago

Spa Pool Sale starts this Friday

Alpine Spas

Hi neighbours, it’s Josh and the team here from the Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).

We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from … View more
Hi neighbours, it’s Josh and the team here from the Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).

We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from just $3,995. Or grab yourself a bargain with some of our lowest prices ever on Sellout Spas!

But you’ll have to hurry, as these deals will be available for 4 days only!

We are located at 105 Blenheim Rd, Riccarton and would love to see you!

Josh Townsend
Alpine Spas Christchurch Showroom Manager
Check out our range

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2292 days ago

Do you know what sick leave you’re entitled to?

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?

• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up … View more
With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?

• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up to a total of 20 days.
• Sick leave can be used when you’re sick or when you need to be off work to look after someone else who is sick or injured (your partner, child, or someone who relies on you for care).
• Even if you’re a part-time or casual worker, you’re still entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave a year (once you’ve worked for 6 months continuously or for an average of 10 hours per week, and at least one hour in every week or 40 hours in every month).
• Your employer can require you to provide a medical certificate if you’re sick for 3 or more days in a row, and you’ll need to pay to get it. If they want proof of sickness sooner then they will have to pay the costs of getting the proof.

These are the minimum sick leave entitlements. Your employer can agree to give you more.

Check out our website for more information about sick leave and other employment rights and responsibilities. If you’ve got questions get in touch with a CAB near you, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or contact us online.

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2294 days ago

Do you have unwanted chickens?

Amanda from Eyrewell Forest

With spring approaching on us some of you my find yourself with unwanted chicks and maybe later on Roosters.
For any reason you do not want them (any age or gender) North Canterbury Chicken Rescue are happy to help you out. No questions asked, we are here to help.
Send me a message on here or … View more
With spring approaching on us some of you my find yourself with unwanted chicks and maybe later on Roosters.
For any reason you do not want them (any age or gender) North Canterbury Chicken Rescue are happy to help you out. No questions asked, we are here to help.
Send me a message on here or message out Facebook page www.facebook.com...

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2293 days ago

Pumpkins

Glen from Ashburton District

Hello Everyone, we still have pumpkins available.



We are getting feedback that we have the best tasting pumpkin in the district....while we don't have scientific proof, we believe its because;1) organically grown.
2) grown in virgin soil.
3) hot summer meant early maturity = dryer … View more
Hello Everyone, we still have pumpkins available.



We are getting feedback that we have the best tasting pumpkin in the district....while we don't have scientific proof, we believe its because;1) organically grown.
2) grown in virgin soil.
3) hot summer meant early maturity = dryer pumpkin, better taste and longer keeping quality.
Time to make that pumpkin soup!!
$3 each , or two for $5.
small $ 2 each
smaller only $1
in our vege box on 98 taits rd.......dont forget to pay.

Negotiable

2299 days ago

STOLEN!!

Lana from Darfield

STOLEN from Darfield Volunteer Fire Brigade on North Terrace, sometime last week (23rd-26th) July. Is reasonably heavy and distinctive looking. Was also bolted down!! Taken possibly Thursday night. Please share if you can. Any info to Darfield Police please. Cheers.

2295 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.

The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.

So go on, encourage your local primary… View more
The Young Gardener Awards 2018 are open! So it’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to get their green fingers dirty again.

The new T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden.

So go on, encourage your local primary school to get stuck in. Share your passion for growing fresh, nutritious food and win! There are some amazing prizes up for grabs and it’s really easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Enter now

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2295 days ago

Superheroes raise money for deaf kids

Loud Shirt Day

Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?

This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear … View more
Are there any superheroes in your neighbourhood?

This September we are raising money to help deaf children listen and speak and we’d love to have you join our squad! Thousands of workplaces, schools and community groups will put on their loud shirts to support deaf Kiwi kids with cochlear implants.

Loud Shirt Day is a great way to commit serious fashion crimes and have a whole lot of fun. This year's theme is Superheroes, so grab your brightest, funkiest superhero outfits to wow others and raise money for a great cause. Register at loudshirtday.org.nz and we’ll send you a free fundraising pack. It’s that easy!

If you're keen to help kick-start our fundraising efforts, good news! You can donate via Givealittle here.

Thanks for your support,
Ankita
(Loud Shirt Day Coordinator)
Register now

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2297 days ago

Serious Furniture for Fun People

Kim Booth from The Best Furniture Shop

We’re local, we’re friendly and we’re here to provide the best possible products and service!

We have the latest offerings in everything you could imagine, and a huge space! Recently, a large selection of new mattresses arrived at the Brighton Mall showroom. If you thought getting a new, … View more
We’re local, we’re friendly and we’re here to provide the best possible products and service!

We have the latest offerings in everything you could imagine, and a huge space! Recently, a large selection of new mattresses arrived at the Brighton Mall showroom. If you thought getting a new, super snugly warm mattress was going to cost the earth, think again! Our single inner-sprung mattresses start at $99.

Surrounding them are a variety of the latest Steiner chairs, heavy wooden drawers, industrial and rustic tables and minimalist items in the Scandinavian style. Subtle hues and bursts of colour reflect global trends and boutique tastes.

“Our whole philosophy is to keep overheads down so people can get the same items that are in a higher-end store, but cheaper.

Come in and enjoy... you’ll be so glad you did.
Find out more!

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