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2219 days ago

Resene labour weekend project

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Need a headboard to finish off your master bedroom but can’t find one to suit? Why not create your own one inspired by the sun or moon using your favourite colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to … View moreNeed a headboard to finish off your master bedroom but can’t find one to suit? Why not create your own one inspired by the sun or moon using your favourite colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2219 days ago

Sustainability in action

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Graduates of Ara Institute of Canterbury’s sustainability and outdoor education programmes really ‘walk the talk’. With sustainability such an integral part of their studies, they’re naturally motivated to put sustainability into action, wherever they can.

Recent graduate Timea Kovacs … View more
Graduates of Ara Institute of Canterbury’s sustainability and outdoor education programmes really ‘walk the talk’. With sustainability such an integral part of their studies, they’re naturally motivated to put sustainability into action, wherever they can.

Recent graduate Timea Kovacs encouraged local tourism company Christchurch Sea Kayaking to sign up to Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s new sustainability initiative. Now, staff at the kayaking business collect rubbish as they move through the water and clients naturally join in. “We need more businesses, especially tour operators, to showcase this behaviour change,” says Timea.

Learn more about Ara’s sustainability programmes here.
Find out more!

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2220 days ago

Poll: At what age was your child fully toilet trained?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Schools and health boards are noticing some children starting school are struggling to fit in because they aren't toilet trained yet. Has this been a problem for your family or anyone you know? Why do you think this is an issue?

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Schools and health boards are noticing some children starting school are struggling to fit in because they aren't toilet trained yet. Has this been a problem for your family or anyone you know? Why do you think this is an issue?

(Please add NFP to your post if you don't wish for it to be used in print)

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At what age was your child fully toilet trained?
  • 66.9% Before they were 3?
    66.9% Complete
  • 29.7% Between 3 and 5?
    29.7% Complete
  • 1.8% It still hadn't happened when they started school.
    1.8% Complete
  • 1.7% Other - please comment below
    1.7% Complete
1081 votes
2220 days ago

Planning on hitting the water this weekend? ⛵💦

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia ora water-lovers!

Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:

1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's … View more
Kia ora water-lovers!

Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:

1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's Marine App makes it easy.

2. Tests your life jackets. Pull hard on the straps and see if any of them stretch or rip. Check all over for any existing tears in the straps and any cuts or punctures in the life jacket. If yes, do not use the life jacket, dispose of it, and replace it. Always check if it floats before putting them on. Keep in mind kapok life jackets should not be used as they can absorb water and sink, their cotton straps also easily rip! Burn them or bin them, but whatever you do - don't use or resell them.

3. For this year's Safer Boating Week, boaties are being reminded to “Prep, Check, Know” - prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules before going on the water.

Let's put in the time and effort to make sure there are NO water related accidents or deaths this Labour Day long-weekend! Don't forget to look out for each other and report any concerns you have to local authorities.

#SaferBoatingWeek
#NSNZemergencypreparedness

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2220 days ago

Don't forget to enter Colour Your Community!

Resene

For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Enter now

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2221 days ago

Wanted single garage to rent for storage

Lisa from Somerfield

Hi, does anyone know of a single garage to rent for a few months?

2221 days ago

DO NOT KNOCK (Salespeople) 2018 Consumer up date

Paula from Somerfield

Salespeople that ignore a DO NOT KNOCK Consumer sticker face prosecution!

www.consumer.org.nz...

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2221 days ago

Kitty Kast Off Secondhand clothing sale

Bronwyn Reader from Cat Rescue Christchurch

Cat Rescue is having a second hand clothing sale this Saturday at the Sydenham Community Centre.


We have had an amazing array of clothes donated and covers all sizes, (I am one of those curvy gals and I am excited), mens and childrens clothes, shoes and accessories.  It will be a treasure trove … View more
Cat Rescue is having a second hand clothing sale this Saturday at the Sydenham Community Centre.


We have had an amazing array of clothes donated and covers all sizes, (I am one of those curvy gals and I am excited), mens and childrens clothes, shoes and accessories.  It will be a treasure trove for those of us that like a bargain, and to purchase quality and designer clothes.


I have added a link below to the event on our facebook page so please go and like and share.


Open at 10am at 25 Hutchison Street and will be going until 3pm or earlier if all items sold.  We do have racks and racks and more racks.


We are also having microchipping in a room to the side so if your cat is not microchipped please bring them along in a cage.  Cost is $30 per cat and $25 for each cat from the same household.


Payment by Cash and we also have EFTPOS available.


If you have an questions please email fundraisingcatrescue@gmail.com.

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2221 days ago

Buy a pen. Break the silence.

The Warehouse Riccarton

We're partnering with Youthline to support young people in crisis to get the help they need. When you buy a $2 pen or donate at the checkout before 30th Oct you’ll help ensure that every call, text, and email to Youthline gets answered.

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2221 days ago

Assortment Of Big And Small Appliances To Sell

Mark & Rachael from Upper Riccarton

I am selling the below things to try and raise money to get my husbands push bike repaired it needs new tires and tube and to get a small fridge for my son



ViewSonic VA1931WMA-LED model Vs13698. 18 inch letterbox shape.

Packard Bell model -Slimview 500 15inches square shaped (do not know if … View more
I am selling the below things to try and raise money to get my husbands push bike repaired it needs new tires and tube and to get a small fridge for my son



ViewSonic VA1931WMA-LED model Vs13698. 18 inch letterbox shape.

Packard Bell model -Slimview 500 15inches square shaped (do not know if this goes as I do not have a transformer for it )

Hewlett Packard L1906 18 inches square shaped.



VeiwSonic

Packard Bell are small monitors so really good if you have limited space.

LG Fridge-Freezer Model GR-282GV Goes really well has one foot that is slightly broken but this does not effect the stability of the Fridge/Freezer and there is some orange stuff on the inside of the Fridge Freezer left h by previous owner which I have tried to remove but can't



Harsper Flat Scene 40 Inch TV Model HP-4250B has great picture but no remote and some of the screen coating has come off but you od not notice this when the TV is on



There are four cameras which I am selling as these cameras do not suit my photography needs



Genius G-Shot V1200 -12megapixels , digital zoom 6.3x, optical zoom 3x. Uses two ordinary or rechargeable batteries and comes with case



Sony Cyber-Shot Dsc-tx10, optical zoom 4x , optical steadyshot , 16.2 megapixels, HD Avchd, waterproof 5.0m (16ft) .comes with case ,battery and charger.



Kodak Easy-share C653 , 3x optical zoom, 6.1 megapixes uses two ordinary or rechargeable batteries. comes with case



Fujifilm Fine-pix s2000HD .

10.0 megapixels, 15x optical zoom .Comes with case(but not original case)This camera takes 4 AA batteries .Either normal or rechargeable batteries can be used. Although this camera does take 4 batteries they last quite a while.



Phillips MC145 Micro System with Remote



Panasonic S500 DVD Player without Remote



The Luminaries Novel by Eleanor Catton.2013 The Man Booker Prize Winner

As is Where Is. Everything in good to excellent working condition except not sure about the Sony camera and Packard Bell monitor

Negotiable

2221 days ago

Civic Toastmasters next meeting Oct 23rd

John Marks from Civic Toastmasters Club

Our next meeting is scheduled for the evening of October 23rd 2018 at 5.45pm. We will have some formal speeches from from some of our members for your enjoyment. We will have an opportunity for everyone to speak during an impromptu speaking segment.
Come along and share the experience with us and … View more
Our next meeting is scheduled for the evening of October 23rd 2018 at 5.45pm. We will have some formal speeches from from some of our members for your enjoyment. We will have an opportunity for everyone to speak during an impromptu speaking segment.
Come along and share the experience with us and find out information on how you could become a member of this international organisation.

2221 days ago

Get Ready To Drop, Cover, Hold! 😁👍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia Ora Neighbourhood Supporters -

Friendly reminder that Shake Out, our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, is happening tomorrow.

At 9:30am over 800,000 people across the country will drop, cover, and hold!

Are you joining in?

#NSNZemergencypreparedness

2227 days ago

Faulty smart meter to blame for $1100 power bill

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Genesis Energy has admitted a faulty power meter is to blame for a Christchurch man receiving exorbitant electricity bills for 12 months.

Have you experienced any problems with smart meters or your power bill?

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Genesis Energy has admitted a faulty power meter is to blame for a Christchurch man receiving exorbitant electricity bills for 12 months.

Have you experienced any problems with smart meters or your power bill?

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2236 days ago

Have you seen rabbits or other wild animals around Christchurch?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Pest control may be used to combat the growing rabbit population in Christchurch's red zone.

Land Information New Zealand is investigating rabbit and rodent numbers in the red zone after neighbouring communities raised concerns about a perceived explosion in the rabbit population.

2225 days ago

Have you been bothered by magpies this spring?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hundreds of Kiwis have been attacked by magpies since they were first introduced to New Zealand from Australia in the 1860s.

Each spring, aggressive male magpies defend their nests by swooping down and attacking pedestrians and cyclists.

Click the link below to read more.

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