Addington, Christchurch

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2935 days ago

Bus with Metro to New Brighton Fireworks Spectacular

Claire Nicholls from Metroinfo

On Saturday 5th November there will be additional buses provided for the New Brighton Fireworks Spectacular. Save yourself the hassle of parking and jump on board one of these buses. For more information on which bus service to use check out the link below. Standard fares apply.

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2936 days ago

Some locals in the news :)

Steve Neighbourly Lead from Upper Riccarton

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See www.neighbourly.co.nz... for full Christchurch Mail.

2936 days ago

The Migrant Times, Issue 11, November 2 - November 15, 2016

Kevin Park from Canterbury Migrants Centre

What's inside in this issue?

* PM will announce something big on police numbers: Judith Collins, Minister of Police

* Engagement: Welcoming migrants in Waimakariri

* Hockey: Golden Oldies mesmerise with their stick skills
* Music: Celebration of Balkan's musical heritage
* … View more
What's inside in this issue?

* PM will announce something big on police numbers: Judith Collins, Minister of Police

* Engagement: Welcoming migrants in Waimakariri

* Hockey: Golden Oldies mesmerise with their stick skills
* Music: Celebration of Balkan's musical heritage
* Ethni-cities: an effort to identify the travails of a newly-emerging multicultural New Zealand
* Pegasus should and will do more to engage with culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities: Vince Barry, CEO
* Expo: Community comes together in Amberley
Want Council's decision-making to be more open and transparent through engaging residents: Jimmy Chen, re-elected City Councillor
* Report:Government and some industries see immigration as an easy-fix to skill shortages, rather than tipping the balance in favour of upskilling young New Zealanders - Salvation Army NZ
* Immigration: Changes in NZ Residence Programme
* Voting: Lift in voter turnout provides good foundation for future engagement- Local Govt NZ
* World peace: Canterbury Interfaith Society prays for world peace
* Canterbury Migrants Centre's Big Spring Carpark and Sausage Sizzle event
* Religion: Lord Rama's life enacted at Hamilton's Diwali
Pistang Pilipino Sa Wellington 2017
* Music & Dance: ISA's My Big Fat Indian Wedding

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2935 days ago

Poll: Are property prices a concern for you?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This week in Pulse of the Nation, we're asking about property prices in your community. Do they concern you?
#pulseofthenation

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Are property prices a concern for you?
  • 33% Yes - it's simply not possible for me to buy in my community
    33% Complete
  • 51.4% I already own but I wouldn't want to buy in the current market
    51.4% Complete
  • 14% They don't concern me
    14% Complete
  • 1.6% I don't know
    1.6% Complete
2376 votes
2935 days ago

New Brighton Guy Fawkes Extravaganza

Luke Thomas from Transport for Christchurch

Far above the moon, the fireworks display will start at 9:10pm, with a light show under New Brighton Pier beginning at 9pm. Food stalls will be open from 5pm so come down early, get a comfy spot among the dunes and settle in to remember a hero, just for one day.

Check out the transport options … View more
Far above the moon, the fireworks display will start at 9:10pm, with a light show under New Brighton Pier beginning at 9pm. Food stalls will be open from 5pm so come down early, get a comfy spot among the dunes and settle in to remember a hero, just for one day.

Check out the transport options and restrictions by checking our website

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2935 days ago

How to get to the New Brighton fireworks

Social Media from Christchurch City Council

For those of you heading along to the fireworks at New Brighton Pier tomorrow night please have a read here to see the best route and all the road closures below:

Road Closures:

From 6pm to Midnight November 5, 2016.

* Marine Parade From Hawke Street to Hood Street

* Oram Avenue From … View more
For those of you heading along to the fireworks at New Brighton Pier tomorrow night please have a read here to see the best route and all the road closures below:

Road Closures:

From 6pm to Midnight November 5, 2016.

* Marine Parade From Hawke Street to Hood Street

* Oram Avenue From Beresford Street to Hood Street

* Brighton Mall Entire Length

* Beresford Street Entire Length

* Hardy Street From Collingwood Street to Seaview Road

* Hood Street Union Street to Oram Avenue

* Ida Street Entire Length

* Union Street Owles Terrace to Beresford Street

* Seaview Rd Hardy Street to Brighton Mall

Have an awesome time and enjoy the show in the sky!

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2936 days ago

P Contamination

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

P contamination in housing – something we need to worry about?

Follow this link to get further information on all the questions listed below.

www.cab.org.nz...

How much of a problem is “P” contamination?
What is the landlord’s responsibility around ensuring a rental property is … View more
P contamination in housing – something we need to worry about?

Follow this link to get further information on all the questions listed below.

www.cab.org.nz...

How much of a problem is “P” contamination?
What is the landlord’s responsibility around ensuring a rental property is not contaminated by methamphetamine?
The landlord of the place I used to rent wants me to pay for the cost of decontaminating the property , after the rental tested positive for “P” contamination. What are my rights?
How can I tell whether a property is contaminated?
What about meth testing?
What should I do if I think a property has been contaminated?

2936 days ago

PAMS BAKE BEANS CHARITY AUCTION

Matthew Whittle from CHARITY for CHRISTCHURCH

PAMS BAKE BEANS CHARITY AUCTION
More items to be auction.
Sometime in November
CHARITY FOR CHRISTCHURCH
OPEN FROM 9am to 3pm
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
30 Charles Upham ave Hillmorton
FOOD BANKS WE ARE DONATING TO
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PAMS BAKE BEANS CHARITY AUCTION
More items to be auction.
Sometime in November
CHARITY FOR CHRISTCHURCH
OPEN FROM 9am to 3pm
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
30 Charles Upham ave Hillmorton
FOOD BANKS WE ARE DONATING TO
Delta Community Support Trust
Catholic Social Services.
Help for the Homeless, Christchurch.
Salvation Army in Christchurch.
Christchurch City Mission.
PH MATT 02108439932

2936 days ago

Looking for faster broadband at home?

Vodafone New Zealand

We’re excited to introduce FibreX in parts of Wellington, Kapiti and Christchurch. It’s our fantastic upgraded broadband network that gives you superfast download speeds!

And to make your move super simple, we’ll set up your WiFi and make sure all of your devices are connected completely … View more
We’re excited to introduce FibreX in parts of Wellington, Kapiti and Christchurch. It’s our fantastic upgraded broadband network that gives you superfast download speeds!

And to make your move super simple, we’ll set up your WiFi and make sure all of your devices are connected completely free of charge. If your house is pre-cabled, you’ll get installed in just 3 working days or we’ll give you a $100 credit if you’re not installed in that time.

Unlimited broadband data plans start from just $69.99 per month on a 24 month term with an eligible On Account mobile.
Check if it's at your place and find out more

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2936 days ago

Win a Home Survival Kit

Accessible Survival Kits

See the complete survival kit on display at the
Addington Fun Fair, Saturday 19th November, Church Square, 11am – 3pm
visit the Addington Neighbourhood Association stall where you can
enter the draw to win a home survival kit.

Only $2 per entry. All money raised helps get survival kits in … View more
See the complete survival kit on display at the
Addington Fun Fair, Saturday 19th November, Church Square, 11am – 3pm
visit the Addington Neighbourhood Association stall where you can
enter the draw to win a home survival kit.

Only $2 per entry. All money raised helps get survival kits in homes.

Kit includes: first aid kit, face masks, hand sanitizer, bucket with lid, rubbish bags, torch with radio, gas cooker, gas canisters, cooking pot and spoon, can opener and heavy duty storage container.

Learn more about how Accessible Survival Kits can help you,
your family and friends by visiting www.addington.org.nz...

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2937 days ago

Argh! Where's my Christchurch Mail?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Plenty of people have been asking that this morning! Due to a print plant upgrade, today's Christchurch Mail hasn't been included in today's edition of the Christchurch Press. But fear not! The delivery fairies are delivering your favourite community paper around the city right now, … View morePlenty of people have been asking that this morning! Due to a print plant upgrade, today's Christchurch Mail hasn't been included in today's edition of the Christchurch Press. But fear not! The delivery fairies are delivering your favourite community paper around the city right now, or you can pop online and check it out on Neighbourly:
www.neighbourly.co.nz...
Normal service will resume next week!

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2937 days ago

We are serious - LEDs could save you more than they cost!

Free Lighting Assessments from Total LED Solutions Ltd

Learn how you can SAVE YOUR MONEY by replacing your incandescent, halogen bulbs and downlights with LEDs. Everyone knows that its a great idea, but which solution is best for your home? Sign up for up for a Free lighting assessment and find out. Register here ecobulb.leadpages.co... or check out … View moreLearn how you can SAVE YOUR MONEY by replacing your incandescent, halogen bulbs and downlights with LEDs. Everyone knows that its a great idea, but which solution is best for your home? Sign up for up for a Free lighting assessment and find out. Register here ecobulb.leadpages.co... or check out our Summer BBQ Hamper prize draw here ecobulb.leadpages.co...

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2937 days ago

Get Biking this November!

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

As the days get warmer and longer, more excuses to get out on your bikes keep on coming. There are lots of interesting cycling events happening around Chch in November, including friendly rides, bike workshops, discussions, and more. Find out all about it at "Cycling in Chch": … View moreAs the days get warmer and longer, more excuses to get out on your bikes keep on coming. There are lots of interesting cycling events happening around Chch in November, including friendly rides, bike workshops, discussions, and more. Find out all about it at "Cycling in Chch": cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...

2937 days ago

Cashmere High Alumni

Alumni from Cashmere High School Foundation & Alumni

With the advance of technology, most of us have lost track of old friends and classmates. The Cashmere High School Foundation is compiling current details of all past pupils, teachers, support staff and friends of Cashmere High School.

Register your current details on the website … View more
With the advance of technology, most of us have lost track of old friends and classmates. The Cashmere High School Foundation is compiling current details of all past pupils, teachers, support staff and friends of Cashmere High School.

Register your current details on the website cashmerehighfoundation.org.nz, Join us on Facebook, Connect with us on LinkedIn and Spread the word through your networks to help us connect you and facilitate our shared goal of supporting Cashmere High School past, present and future students.

2939 days ago

WIN a Summer BBQ Hamper

Free Lighting Assessments from Total LED Solutions Ltd

To Help kiwis celebrate a long summer, relaxing weekends and fun times with friends, we have created the Summer BBQ Hamper. Plus everyone who enters the draw will get a discount off Ecobulb LED downlights. Enter here: ecobulb.leadpages.co...

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