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846 days ago

Concrete pad

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Transform a dull concrete pad into an attractive seating area with a little bit of help from Resene Walk-on flooring and paving paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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847 days ago

Experienced and sheer disappointment with Christchurch City Councils provided services in Northcote, Christchurch.

Gary Neighbourly Lead from Northcote

It was a complete surprise to note a public walkway (which very few local residents use) has recently been completely dug up, re-surfaced with new gravel, tar sealed, with accompanying fences painted (by City Care) when a large dent in the nearby street has been left un-repaired for many years. … View moreIt was a complete surprise to note a public walkway (which very few local residents use) has recently been completely dug up, re-surfaced with new gravel, tar sealed, with accompanying fences painted (by City Care) when a large dent in the nearby street has been left un-repaired for many years. This totally unnecessary work will prove great expense to the Council (including to the ratepayers) as it was quite obvious (including clearly recognized by many shocked local Northcote residents) City Care dragged out this job for quite sometime

847 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will… View more
Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will feature in the October magazine!

There are some amazing prizes up for grabs, so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for the greater good, nominate them now for Ryman Healthcare 2022 Gardener of the Year!

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847 days ago

See It, Love It, Live It!

Karen Ellis - Ray White Real Estate

JUST LISTED!
4🛏 | 2 🛁 | 2 🚗
12 Greenwich Street, Halswell

Our owners are relinquishing their investment property to a lucky new family, so be quick to seize this wonderful opportunity!

With this home being perfect for buyers and investors alike, we encourage you to put this at the … View more
JUST LISTED!
4🛏 | 2 🛁 | 2 🚗
12 Greenwich Street, Halswell

Our owners are relinquishing their investment property to a lucky new family, so be quick to seize this wonderful opportunity!

With this home being perfect for buyers and investors alike, we encourage you to put this at the top of your viewing list. Our owners are intent on selling at auction and a 'Sold' sign is paramount to their future plans.

Auction: 10:30am Friday 5 August 2022 (unless sold prior)

848 days ago

Babysitting

Jacqui from Redwood

Hey my 16 year old daughter is looking to babysit. She is very mature for her she and is very friendly. Message me if you are interested and she can send you her cv.
Thanks :)

848 days ago

South Island's biggest bulk retail centre planned for Rolleston

The Team Reporter from The Press

Rolleston near Christchurch could become home to the South Island’s biggest bulk shopping centre if a plan by property developer the Carter Group gets the go-ahead.

To be called The Station, the development would have about 50 stores and eateries, including a large hardware barn and parking for … View more
Rolleston near Christchurch could become home to the South Island’s biggest bulk shopping centre if a plan by property developer the Carter Group gets the go-ahead.

To be called The Station, the development would have about 50 stores and eateries, including a large hardware barn and parking for almost 2000 cars.

The 18-hectare site is in the Rolleston industrial area near State Highway 1. It is part of the Christchurch-based Carter Group’s $500 million Iport business park.

The land is opposite a 6-hectare site where the developer obtained resource consent in 2020 to build a Costco warehouse with about 875 car parks.

Carter Group director Tim Carter said The Station would be the South Island’s biggest outdoor shopping complex, and one-and-a-half times bigger than Tower Junction, Christchurch’s largest bulk retail complex.

It would have entrances off Jones Rd, Iport Dr, Link Dr and Hoskyns Rd, and include new internal roads.

Carter said they had been in negotiations with a number of potential tenants, including hardware chains.

“We now want to get on and get it consented, so we can sit down and focus on cementing agreements with tenants.”

He said he was unable to comment on any plans to build the Costco store.

Despite the Costco consent, the Carter Group would need to secure a deal with the American retail giant to go ahead with the project. The retailer has discount member-only bulk-buy stores around the world selling groceries and other items.

Costco will open its first New Zealand outlet in Auckland next month, and has announced an interest in expanding to Wellington and Christchurch.

Carter said that if Selwyn District Council approves the resource consent application for The Station, construction would start next year. It would be built in stages over several years.

They were confident of obtaining consent, he said, as zoning allowed bulk retail use and only minor matters of earthworks, waste management and access needed to be addressed.

The consent sketch plan shows a hardware barn at the north-west corner of the site, with a large furniture store and about 25 medium-sized stores selling goods including homewares, home furnishings, books, electronics, sporting goods, clothing and footwear, and auto parts.

About 20 smaller tenants in the centre of the complex could include food and drink outlets, a bank, post store, pharmacy, hair salon, and real estate office.

The Station plan includes space for a potential park-and-ride facility and bus station, alongside Rolleston’s existing city-bound railway station.

The Carter Group has recently argued that a flyover to be built by Waka Kotahi linking Rolleston residential and industrial areas should be angled to end near Iport and the railway station.

A park-and-ride could then be used for residents to catch buses, and in future trains, into the city, it says.

Carter said while this facility would be very helpful for Rolleston, it was not vital to the success of The Station.

Last year the Carter Group applied to the council to rezone 98 hectares nearby, between Two Chain Rd and Main South Rd, from rural to industrial.

The group also has plans for a subdivision with 2100 homes and a commercial area in Rolleston, but its rezoning application was turned down by the council earlier this year. The Carter Group has appealed the decision to the Environment Court, but a hearing date is yet to be set.

Another Christchurch developer, Cooper Developments, is seeking tenants for a planned town centre style shopping centre on the residential side of the town, to be called Rolleston Fields.

849 days ago

Reduce rising living costs

Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that … View more
Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that this financial security helps them plan ahead for large expenses like holidays while still enjoying themselves today. Because fewer responsibilities mean that you can live on your own terms. It’s one of the ways we’re pioneering retirement living – so you can embrace life and blaze a new trail in retirement.
Learn more

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849 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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849 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

with a variety of stalls just in your local area, we look forward to seeing you

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849 days ago

Level 3 First Aid Instructor (actively recruiting across New Zealand)

The Team from Red Cross - North Canterbury Service Centre

Teach people new skills and give them confidence in medical emergencies. We are actively recruiting for Level 3 First Aid Instructors across New Zealand.

About NZRC and its culture:

New Zealand Red Cross is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Our work is guided… View more
Teach people new skills and give them confidence in medical emergencies. We are actively recruiting for Level 3 First Aid Instructors across New Zealand.

About NZRC and its culture:

New Zealand Red Cross is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Our work is guided by seven fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

New Zealand Red Cross plays a vital role in providing assistance to vulnerable people in New Zealand and overseas. We are an organisation with 10,000 volunteers and over 500 staff.
We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce and adhere to best practice equal employment opportunity principles in all aspects of our recruitment and our ways of working.
To be a successful applicant, to apply for the position, and to download the job description, please click the link below to be taken to New Zealand Red Cross Website.

Note: All applications must be submitted online, last date of submitting application is 8 August 2022.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Craig Gribble/Scott Walker at Craig.Gribble@redcross.org.nz / Scott.Walker@redcross.org.nz

849 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web Events
Held on the third Sunday of each month at 8:00am - 9:00am

Free monthly online meeting on Zoom with three 10 minute speakers and followed by member sharing. Anyone can join from their phone, desktop, mobile and tablet devices. ALL WELCOME



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850 days ago

Popular ice cream product recalled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has recalled a specific batch of their product due to a low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination

The ice cream product is the Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups (4x95mL) with the Best Before dates from the 04.07.2022 up to and including … View more
Popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has recalled a specific batch of their product due to a low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination

The ice cream product is the Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups (4x95mL) with the Best Before dates from the 04.07.2022 up to and including 21.07.2023.

Ethylene Oxide has been found in the vanilla cup. This chemical is normally used as a fumigant for controlling post-harvest insects, moulds, and pathogens in a variety of food however there is low risk from ingesting this amount.

This product is sold in Pak'n Save, New World, Four Square, and Gilmours stores throughout the North Island and can be returned to these stores for a full refund.

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852 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

We would like to formally let everyone know we have our committee for this year
Retaining their positions: Mike Mooney President Stephanie Heaver Secretary and Janene Hawke Treasurer Gerald Breeze and 2 new members to the team, Catherine Dacre-Johnston and Victoria Wells

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851 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

Can I just ask if anyone wants to e mail us please do so at Northernmarketchristchurch@gmail.com as there is a similiar one to us but is on a break we would love to hear from you and hope this doesnt keep happening. Also if you have a food or coffee cart we would love to hear from you thank you :)

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853 days ago

Terracotta planter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

It’s easy to create this simple planter using a couple of terracotta pots and some Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own.

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