Addington, Christchurch

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.

887 days ago

NZ’s sweetest spots to live revealed

Sweet Spots

Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.

Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning … View more
Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.

Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff.

There’s also an interactive tool that you can tinker with to find your perfect place, based on the criteria that matter to you. Who knows, you might be inspired to make a change.
Find out more

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896 days ago

Extension to Christchurch tram allows patrons to circle the city

The Team Reporter from The Press

The extension to Christchurch's tram has finally been completed and was opened to the public on Thursday.

Trams now continue travelling from the corner of Manchester St along High St, up Tuam St and turning into Poplar St before heading back down Lichfield St.

Christchurch City Council … View more
The extension to Christchurch's tram has finally been completed and was opened to the public on Thursday.

Trams now continue travelling from the corner of Manchester St along High St, up Tuam St and turning into Poplar St before heading back down Lichfield St.

Christchurch City Council head of transport and waste management Lynette Ellis said the project had "really added to the special character of High St".

A new tram stop and shelter had also been installed at the intersection of Tuam and High
streets intersection

The life-sized bronze corgis that were installed in High St
in 2003 to mark the Queen’s golden jubilee have been moved to sit
beside the new shelter.

Jewel Lewis, 78, made the most of her time hunkering down at home during Covid to create a special tribute to Christchurch's tram.

"Forty years ago, while driving down the long drive into the Canterbury Sun Club at Rolleston, I was always taken with an old tram sitting in a paddock and used as a shed. Our Pop was particularly fond of it as he used to drive the same tram on the Sumner route many years before," she said.

"It has since been on my bucket list to replicate this in miniature and I have finally done so. I researched it, drew up all the plans ... and sent it through to my 85-year-old friend who has a laser cutter in his back shed."

She then made kits for her miniaturist-loving friends. The photos below show one tram in pristine form "as a lady shed snug" and one in "bashed form where it turns into an old decrepit shed".

897 days ago

Regional leaders non-committal over helping pay $150m 'funding gap' for Christchurch stadium

The Team Reporter from The Press

Canterbury's regional leaders remain guarded and non-committal about whether they will help pay the rising costs of a central Christchurch stadium, with many saying such a decision would require public consultation.

Building the 30,000-seat covered stadium will now cost up to $683 million –… View more
Canterbury's regional leaders remain guarded and non-committal about whether they will help pay the rising costs of a central Christchurch stadium, with many saying such a decision would require public consultation.

Building the 30,000-seat covered stadium will now cost up to $683 million – $150m more than the $533m budget.

If Christchurch city councillors push on with the current design, they will have to underwrite an extra $150m, taking their total contribution to $453m.

Some city councillors say it is time for neighbouring councils to offer a helping hand.

The stadium would be a regional facility and its economic benefits would go beyond Christchurch, a council spokesperson said.

Other Canterbury councils have been contacted about the latest cost blowout and the city council intends to hold further discussions before making a formal proposal, the spokesperson said.

One mooted method is a regional targeted rate, which could be administered by Environment Canterbury.

Read more here and tell us what you think in the comments below.

888 days ago

ANYONE KNOW THESE MEN -SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITIES IN ADDINGTON,CHCH

Daisy from Addington

Dear neighbours, are these men familiar to anyone? They're peeping through kitchen, bedroom windows, around 10:34 a.m. Saturday 11th June. Four people seen at the driveway entrance. Two came this way. Other two disappeared. If they're genuine they'd have come again or placed a card … View moreDear neighbours, are these men familiar to anyone? They're peeping through kitchen, bedroom windows, around 10:34 a.m. Saturday 11th June. Four people seen at the driveway entrance. Two came this way. Other two disappeared. If they're genuine they'd have come again or placed a card in the letter boxes. Please keep an eye on them. Have reported to Police too.

889 days ago

Get Upcycling and win in 2022!

Resene

Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go … View more
Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.

Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out more

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889 days ago

Your base weekly fee is fixed

Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little… View more
Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little on yourself if you feel like it! Take up that hobby you’ve dreamed of or plan a holiday somewhere warm.

It’s easy to live life your way when you have freedom to do the things you enjoy. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.
Learn more

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890 days ago

Have Stained carpet or Dirty?

Patrick from Carpet Care Solutions

Then Pick up your phone and call Carpet Care Solutions, your one on only carpet cleaning company who go the extra mile and get stains Out.

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890 days ago

Cookie product recalled due to foreign matter

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular cookie brand Mrs Higgins has recalled a specific batch of their product due to the possible presence of white plastic.

The cookies affected are the Mrs Higgins Shortbread Cookies in the 350g bag with a Best Before date of 4/10/22.

These cookies are found at all Countdown stores across… View more
Popular cookie brand Mrs Higgins has recalled a specific batch of their product due to the possible presence of white plastic.

The cookies affected are the Mrs Higgins Shortbread Cookies in the 350g bag with a Best Before date of 4/10/22.

These cookies are found at all Countdown stores across New Zealand and customers can return these affected goods for a full refund.

This recall does not affect any other of the Mrs Higgins products.

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890 days ago

Air plant plaques

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Decorate small sunny nooks or bare walls with cute decorative hanging plant plaques and soothing Resene colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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891 days ago

Market Day - Sat 18th June - Christchurch South Community Gardens

Christine Blance from Christchurch South Community Gardens

Matariki Market Day - Saturday 18th June
Christchurch South Community Gardens
188 Strickland Street, Sydenham
Plants ~ Produce ~ Preserves ~ Baking ~ Sausage Sizzle ~ Roast Vegetable Soup ~ Second Hand Goods
All Welcome - cash only
Contact Christine info@cscommunitygardens.net.nz

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891 days ago

WIN $10,000* towards your KiwiSaver!

NZ Compare

Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!

Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!

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Every dollar counts towards that first home or retirement. Are you confident your KiwiSaver is performing or maybe like a lot of us you tend not to think about it!

Get a FREE KiwiSaver health check and go in the draw to win up to $10,000* from our partners National Capital. It’s easy as!

Hate feeling obligated? You're not! The health check will let you know if there is a better KiwiSaver provider for you - it's up to you if you do anything about it. Why wait till you're 65, make sure your KiwiSaver is working for you now!
Check my KiwiSaver

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891 days ago

✨Jaleel's Project K Story✨

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Canterbury

"Amy, my mentor, didn’t give up on me. We formed a unique bond; I can’t explain it but I’m glad she didn’t give up on me. I struggled with a few of my goals but after discussing with Amy we managed to adjust a couple and I managed to achieve them."

Help rangatahi like Jaleel by… View more
"Amy, my mentor, didn’t give up on me. We formed a unique bond; I can’t explain it but I’m glad she didn’t give up on me. I struggled with a few of my goals but after discussing with Amy we managed to adjust a couple and I managed to achieve them."

Help rangatahi like Jaleel by becoming a youth mentor today through the link below.

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892 days ago

Cleaner or cleaners needed Monday to Friday

Stuart from Merivale

Busy happy friendly Merivale family of 3 needs nice and reliable housekeeper / cleaner to help out on Monday to Friday mornings for around 3 hours per day from around 8.30 am. Please reply or contact Stu on 0274 333 190. And also a bit of care and company for my sick wife. Could suit someone who … View moreBusy happy friendly Merivale family of 3 needs nice and reliable housekeeper / cleaner to help out on Monday to Friday mornings for around 3 hours per day from around 8.30 am. Please reply or contact Stu on 0274 333 190. And also a bit of care and company for my sick wife. Could suit someone who can only to do some of the days as two people preferred.

892 days ago

Top soil or similar

Jacqui from Sydenham

I’m in need of some old top soil or similar for leveling some ground to lay some large rubber tiles on. I can come and collect it. Thanks

Free

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