Aranui, Christchurch

1375 days ago

Have you seen this pest plant?

Environment Canterbury

Purple loosestrife/Lythrum salicaria
- Rapidly invades damp ground and shallow water.
- Overtops native species with dense bushy growth.
- Is an upright, perennial that can grow to 3m high.
- Has long purple/pink flower-spikes appear at the end of the stems, Dec-Feb.
- Leaves are in pairs,… View more
Purple loosestrife/Lythrum salicaria
- Rapidly invades damp ground and shallow water.
- Overtops native species with dense bushy growth.
- Is an upright, perennial that can grow to 3m high.
- Has long purple/pink flower-spikes appear at the end of the stems, Dec-Feb.
- Leaves are in pairs, opposite each other.
- The stems are usually square in cross-section.
- Leaves and stems die back in winter to re-emerge in spring.

Report pests using the Find-A-Pest app, or by contacting us direct on 0800 324 636 or biosecurity@ecan.govt.nz.

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1375 days ago

Tell us about a local business that makes your day?

Prospa

With the craziness of last year behind us, it’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.

As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at … View more
With the craziness of last year behind us, it’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.

As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach their goals with a faster, easier approach to business loans. And we’re proud to be back sponsoring the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
Nominate now

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1377 days ago

Bumblebee ride

Keith from Avonside - Dallington

Went for a ride, buzzed over to travis county wetlands. Got lost ended up going in a circle. Stopped at the end of now hill rd. What was the name of the pub on the corner and the one on the other side of the road?. So I hoped over to ferrymead
Landed on this concrete slab. Where in ferrymead am I?

1377 days ago

What's your experience with pre-fabricated homes?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is looking into the rise of transportable/ kit-set/ pre fabricated homes. The upsides are build-efficiency, quality of design, and cost. The downsides appear to be land supply, red-tape with council and difficulty getting lending from banks. If you're willing to share … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is looking into the rise of transportable/ kit-set/ pre fabricated homes. The upsides are build-efficiency, quality of design, and cost. The downsides appear to be land supply, red-tape with council and difficulty getting lending from banks. If you're willing to share your experience - good or bad - email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz, otherwise leave a comment. Is there an aspect of transportable housing you'd like us to enquire about for you?

1379 days ago

What is your favourite heritage building being restored since the earthquakes?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Christchurch’s iconic heritage buildings have experienced differing fates in the 10 years since the earthquakes struck. But some of the city’s most famous sites are being saved.

Here's our list: www.stuff.co.nz...

What is your favourite building being saved in the rebuild?

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1377 days ago

Canterbury regional council rates could jump more than 24 per cent

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The average Christchurch ratepayer could be an extra $250 a year out of pocket if steep regional council rate hikes thought to be one among the highest in the country are brought in.

Environment Canterbury (ECan) is proposing increasing rates by either 24.5 per cent or 18 per cent, to cover the … View more
The average Christchurch ratepayer could be an extra $250 a year out of pocket if steep regional council rate hikes thought to be one among the highest in the country are brought in.

Environment Canterbury (ECan) is proposing increasing rates by either 24.5 per cent or 18 per cent, to cover the fallout of the Government’s new freshwater regulations.

This would be on top of district council rate rises, such as Christchurch City Council’s proposed five per cent increase, leaving many concerned about the combined toll of the cost to ratepayers. Read more here.

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1376 days ago

Missing cat

Kylie from Avondale

Our Tigger has gone missing today. Grey/beige short haired tabby 10 months old. Last seen this morning at around 6am, but he didn't come in for breakfast and hasn't been seen since. We're worried he may be locked in someones garage or shed. If you could please keep an eye out for him… View moreOur Tigger has gone missing today. Grey/beige short haired tabby 10 months old. Last seen this morning at around 6am, but he didn't come in for breakfast and hasn't been seen since. We're worried he may be locked in someones garage or shed. If you could please keep an eye out for him and let us know if you see him . 0274745490

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1376 days ago

Garage Sale

Chris from Linwood

51 Rhona Street, Linwood..
Saturday 27 Febuary 2021
9am-2pm
Lots of household items for sale..
See you there

Negotiable

1378 days ago

Our Hometown

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Good morning Cantabrians,

Copies of The Press's special 10th anniversary earthquake supplement Our Hometown are available from The Press reception at 158 Gloucester Street. The 28-page magazine profiles business survivors and quake heroes, heritage which has survived and been lost and … View more
Good morning Cantabrians,

Copies of The Press's special 10th anniversary earthquake supplement Our Hometown are available from The Press reception at 158 Gloucester Street. The 28-page magazine profiles business survivors and quake heroes, heritage which has survived and been lost and considers how our city's leadership has changed.

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1379 days ago

HOMED Saturday 20th February

Julia Gailey Reporter from Homed - The Press

What's your favorite Canterbury property from this week's issue of HOMED?
Click the link below to choose

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1378 days ago

Pop Cakes

Cathy from Bromley

I bought this pop cake baking set but have never got around to using it. If interested feel free to get in touch on 0211110058.

Price: $10

1381 days ago

Maree Designs Selling at Trade Me Since 2003

Maree from Aranui

I create Kiwi fashion with that individual flavor to stand out in the crowd in a Maree Designs Classic Garment. Specialist for the fuller figure.
Check out www.kiwitalk.ws...

In To Win with our Fab Prize giveaways at Facebook. NZKiwitalk
Join us today.

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1383 days ago

Parklands United Sports Club 15th Grade Football Trials

Carl from North New Brighton

Parklands United Sports Club will be having trials for its 15th grade CUDL team. Trials are set for 6:00pm, 3 March 2021 at Parklands domain.
Any questions to parklandsyouthfootball@gmail.com

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1390 days ago

Monster wasp nest

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

Well, after a (relatively) quiet couple of summers, the vespula wasps have come back big time in some locations! Auckland and the Waikato are reporting big numbers and you may have seen this story about the monster nest found just outside of Nelson. We're continuing our efforts to control the … View moreWell, after a (relatively) quiet couple of summers, the vespula wasps have come back big time in some locations! Auckland and the Waikato are reporting big numbers and you may have seen this story about the monster nest found just outside of Nelson. We're continuing our efforts to control the wasps through the Wasp Wipeout project, but did you know you can help as well? For information on how to help or DIY click here: bit.ly... You can also donate to the project here: givealittle.co.nz...

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1379 days ago

Earthquake memorial

Keith from Avonside - Dallington

Good turnout for the Sumner Earthquake memorial service today. Thanks to the Sumner fire service, who on this day 10 years ago saved 5 lives as they responded to the first call out, The Sumner RSA right across the road from them. And today for using their engine's for traffic control.

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