Addington, Christchurch

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876 days ago

Phillipstown matariki star treasure hunt.

Sarah from Waltham

Have you started the Matariki Treasure Hunt in Phillipstown?
Have you seen the stars around Phillipstown?

We are delivering the maps to your letterboxes, but if you are keen to start, you can download it from our website (www.phillipstown.org...). You can also use an amazing App scanning the QR … View more
Have you started the Matariki Treasure Hunt in Phillipstown?
Have you seen the stars around Phillipstown?

We are delivering the maps to your letterboxes, but if you are keen to start, you can download it from our website (www.phillipstown.org...). You can also use an amazing App scanning the QR code on each of the posters. Start from Tupuanuku at the Phillipstown Community Hub.

9 prizes will be drawn for 9 lucky winners, each prize has a value of $75 and is connected to one of the Matariki Stars!

885 days ago

Councillors launch last-minute bid to defer Christchurch's planned excess water charges

The Team Reporter from The Press

From reporter Tina Law:
Charges for using excess water are expected to come into force from July 1, but some Christchurch city councillors have launched a last-minute bid to defer the policy.

The council decided last year, following public consultation, to charge from July this year those who use… View more
From reporter Tina Law:
Charges for using excess water are expected to come into force from July 1, but some Christchurch city councillors have launched a last-minute bid to defer the policy.

The council decided last year, following public consultation, to charge from July this year those who use more than an average of 700 litres of water a day over a three-month period.

Thousands of homeowners across Christchurch can expect to receive a bill, but only during the summer months for most.

About 30,000 homes across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula used an average of more than 700 litres a day during the 2020-21 summer.

But the council will not be sending out bills for $25 or less, so people will have to use more than 900 litres each day over 90 days to receive a bill. Once a bill goes above $25, the person will be charged for all usage above 700 litres.

Suburbs with the most households using more than 700 litres include Hornby (1392), Avonhead (1364), Burwood (1336), Halswell (1119) and Fendalton (1066).

Council three waters boss Helen Beaumont said 20,000 households were using more than 900 litres a day and could expect a bill if they did not reduce their use. Most of those bills would be less than $100.

The charge would be $1.35 for every 1000 extra litres used.

There will be exemptions for households with eight members or more who are using water responsibly.

However, five councillors – Sam MacDonald, James Gough, Phil Mauger, Aaron Keown and Catherine Chu – want the charges deferred.

Councillors will discuss and vote on this issue as part of next week’s annual plan sign off. Continue reading here.

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876 days ago

Matariki

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori! Happy Māori New Year!

We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does.

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876 days ago

MATARIKI

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

JUST A REMINDER -
Red Cross Manchester Street
Open Matariki
10am - 3pm

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876 days ago

Bulk DVDs 450-500 DVDs

Kathryn from Ilam

I am cutting out selling DVDs individually on Trade Me and now have around 450-500 DVDs for sale. Just wondering if anyone is interested in buying as 1 bulk lot. Various genres including TV series, wrestling dvds, action, drama etc. All in vg-excellent condition. Wouldn't be more than around … View moreI am cutting out selling DVDs individually on Trade Me and now have around 450-500 DVDs for sale. Just wondering if anyone is interested in buying as 1 bulk lot. Various genres including TV series, wrestling dvds, action, drama etc. All in vg-excellent condition. Wouldn't be more than around 15 ex rentals in there. I'm popping these up on Trade Me tomorrow in bulk, so if you're keen, message me today (Friday) and make me a reasonable offer.

Price: $12,345

877 days ago

Do you have a great tamarillo recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for tamarillo recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 8, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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877 days ago

New $125m overbridge plans released for Rolleston, Canterbury

The Team Reporter from The Press

From reporter Tina Law:

New plans have been released for a $125 million overbridge and safety improvements on State Highway 1 at Rolleston, south-west of Christchurch.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency announced in July last year it wanted to build a flyover across the highway linking the … View more
From reporter Tina Law:

New plans have been released for a $125 million overbridge and safety improvements on State Highway 1 at Rolleston, south-west of Christchurch.

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency announced in July last year it wanted to build a flyover across the highway linking the residential and industrial sides of the growing town.

Following consultation Waka Kotahi has changed its plans and it is now proposing a more direct flyover between Rolleston Dr North and Jones Rd rather than the angled or skewed option it consulted on last year.

It is also looking at adding more highway access points to ease travel and improve efficiency at the Weedons interchange.

Vehicles heading to Christchurch can take a free turn left onto the highway from Hoskyns Rd, after the rail crossing. Drivers from Christchurch can take a new off ramp to Rolleston and loop back over the flyover to Jones Rd.

Waka Kotahi is seeking community feedback on the plans from now until July 22.

877 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
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878 days ago

Open Matariki

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

Yes we are open Friday 24th 10 - 3pm.

Come in and grab a treasure at fantastic prices.

878 days ago

Tai Chi Class - Exercising with Energy

Sandy from Aidanfield

Tai Chi for Joy Class – exercise with energy healing, 1pm Monday, Halswell
Welcome to try your first class for FREE!
Guided by experienced Chinese teacher, Sandy Jiang, an accredited provider of the Strength and Balance Programme (Sport Canterbury)

Venue: Halswell Community Hall, 450 … View more
Tai Chi for Joy Class – exercise with energy healing, 1pm Monday, Halswell
Welcome to try your first class for FREE!
Guided by experienced Chinese teacher, Sandy Jiang, an accredited provider of the Strength and Balance Programme (Sport Canterbury)

Venue: Halswell Community Hall, 450 Halswell Road, Christchurch
Time: Mondays, 8 classes a term

Improving balance, posture, memory, flexibility, energy, immune system, relaxation, and well-being and proven to prevent falls, protecting bones and joints.

Free 1st visit: Come and try the graceful Tai Chi movements
~ the combination of gentle stretching, flowing meditative movements and energy healing ~

Contact your teacher: Sandy Email: sandyjsky@gmail.com

Beginners: 1~ 2 pm
$80 per term ($10) or $12 casual,
$64 per term ($8) or $10 casual for Community Service card or SuperGold card holders
Practising Warm-up, Tai Chi for Arthritis, Qigong (Rotating Tiger, Shaking Plumes or La Qi and Qi Penetrating Therapy)

Experienced: 1 ~ 2:30 pm
$112 per term ($14) or $16 casual,
$96 per term ($12) or $14 casual for Community Service card or SuperGold card holders
Practising Yang style Tai Chi - 8 form and 24 form, Tai Chi Kungfu Fan during the last 30 min

What to bring:
1. Mask use is encouraged.
2. We will sit down about 10 min in between to read a Qigong book (Qigong is the foundation to Tai Chi). If you need reading glasses, please bring them with you.
3. Drinking bottle: a thermal one is suggested
4. Wear comfortable clothes with a pair of flat-soled shoes.

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878 days ago

Laptops and desktop computer for sale

Alan from Ecotech Services

We have a range of refurbished and gauranteed laptops and desktop computers for sale.
Full systems or selected items are available.
Prices start at $80.
Cables and chargers are included.

Ecotech Services Ltd
139A Wordsworth St
Sydenham
3770773
ecotechservices.co.nz...

Price: $80

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878 days ago

Have you told us about your amazing houseplant collection?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

You have just a few more days to send your entries for our Houseplant Hero competition. You could win some great prizes and of course, more houseplanst!

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880 days ago

Israeli folk dancing

Patricia from Spreydon

Experience the joy of Israel ***
Israeli folk dancing/beginners welcome
1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month 7.45-9.15pm Cost $5- $6 advanced
Contact Pat tel:03)337 0079 mob; 022 305 4030

880 days ago

Handknitted homespun greasy wool mittens

Patricia from Spreydon

Wonderful for keeping your warm hands for skiing, ski touring, driving, dog walking.. just about anything really. They last for years & if they matt a bit they get even warmer. Price $35 ladies $38 men's Contact Pat email: pat@slingshot.co.nz tel: 03)337 0079 mob: 022 305 4030 … View moreWonderful for keeping your warm hands for skiing, ski touring, driving, dog walking.. just about anything really. They last for years & if they matt a bit they get even warmer. Price $35 ladies $38 men's Contact Pat email: pat@slingshot.co.nz tel: 03)337 0079 mob: 022 305 4030 (texts)

Negotiable

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880 days ago

Fill your day with things you love.

Oceania

Whether it's staying cosy in your own Care Suite or taking part in our carefully curated activities, you'll find it easy to fill your day with things you love at The Bellevue.

Our Care suites with Rest Home and Hospital level care give you the freedom to spend your days however you … View more
Whether it's staying cosy in your own Care Suite or taking part in our carefully curated activities, you'll find it easy to fill your day with things you love at The Bellevue.

Our Care suites with Rest Home and Hospital level care give you the freedom to spend your days however you wish, knowing you're taken care of. Listen to your old favourites or discover new ones with our award-winning I Love Music programme. Infact, if there's a specific activity that has always brought you joy, we'll happily do our best to make sure you can keep on doing it at The Bellevue. Whether it's crosswords, knitting, or something else entirely, we're here to help make it happen.

Experience care without compromise - enquire now about our Care Suites with
Rest Home and Hospital care - call Russell on 0800 333 688 to find out more.
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