Bishopdale, 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.

1702 days ago

Subscribe to our free ezine Get Growing!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we say bring on the feijoa season and share growing tips and the latest new varieties. We also have advice on bagging fruit, swapping seeds, feeding soil bacteria and planting nut trees, plus we have a cool hack for avoiding spray drift.

Check out our … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we say bring on the feijoa season and share growing tips and the latest new varieties. We also have advice on bagging fruit, swapping seeds, feeding soil bacteria and planting nut trees, plus we have a cool hack for avoiding spray drift.

Check out our list of some of our favourite seed, plant and gardenware retailers who offer online shopping and discover some striking late-season bulbs.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1702 days ago

Our most distinctive luxury SUV

Archibalds Motors Ltd

The new Range Rover Evoque wasn’t designed to be just another car amongst traffic. It was designed to turn heads with its unique flowing lines and unmistakable shape. The elegance extends to the inside, with refined, luxurious features and sophisticated intuitive technology. Conquer any urban … View moreThe new Range Rover Evoque wasn’t designed to be just another car amongst traffic. It was designed to turn heads with its unique flowing lines and unmistakable shape. The elegance extends to the inside, with refined, luxurious features and sophisticated intuitive technology. Conquer any urban obstacle – and look good doing it, all for $92,900*.

Test drive a Range Rover Evoque or any other new Land Rover and go into the draw to win 500,000 Emirates Skywards Miles.

To book a test drive today, please contact Archibalds on 021 907 961.
*T&Cs apply.
Book now

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1703 days ago

A little bit of caring goes a long way. Let's work together to spread kindness around, not germs. ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

As more people begin to self isolate and distance themselves, we'll need our neighbours support now more than ever before. The following can be printed at home and filled-in with your details to drop around your street or community.

For the latest COVID-19 advice, visit: covid19.govt.nz/

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1703 days ago

Free used plywood (trellis now taken).

Rose from Northcote

Two large pieces of plywood (trellis has been taken). Please pickup. All seperate pieces. 2m x 1.4m.

Free

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1703 days ago

Save up to 20% on NZ's best pet products

Pet Direct

Hi Neighbours! Our fur babies are an important part of the family, so why not look after them as well as we look after ourselves?

We have an amazing range of products hand-picked by our experts, which include a nutritionist, a vet, a trainer and a groomer. Combined, we have over 350 dog years of… View more
Hi Neighbours! Our fur babies are an important part of the family, so why not look after them as well as we look after ourselves?

We have an amazing range of products hand-picked by our experts, which include a nutritionist, a vet, a trainer and a groomer. Combined, we have over 350 dog years of experience (and enough pets to open a zoo).

We'd love you to try our speedy delivery with up to 20% off site-wide.

Got questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out to our amazing customer service team, we’re all ears.
Stock up now

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1704 days ago

Are you trying to contact our call centre?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear gardeners,

Please note that staff at call centre are currently unable to answer calls due to international Covid-19 restrictions. In the interim, please email your request to subs@mags4gifts.co.nz. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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1710 days ago

What does declaring a pandemic for Covid-19 mean?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The coronavirus "outbreak" has been officially declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation – but what does that mean?

To read more, click here.

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1705 days ago

Have you taken steps to futureproof your career?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Have you found yourself back in the classroom - virtual or otherwise - long after you left school? We’re looking for people who have taken steps to futureproof their careers by upskilling.

Perhaps you’re teaching yourself to code, or maybe you’ve enrolled in an evening class or online … View more
Have you found yourself back in the classroom - virtual or otherwise - long after you left school? We’re looking for people who have taken steps to futureproof their careers by upskilling.

Perhaps you’re teaching yourself to code, or maybe you’ve enrolled in an evening class or online course to help your employment prospects. It might have been something you did with your employer’s blessing, or maybe you’ve struck out on your own.

Maybe you’ve struggled to find work and did it as a way to get back on the career ladder, or perhaps you’re concerned about the pace of change in your field and want to stay ahead.

Whatever your brand of lifelong learning, we want to hear from you - email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz

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1705 days ago

firewood sacks

Ingrid from Ilam

large sacks of dry untreated pine ideal for getting your fire going quickly free delivery if you order 5 or more sacks

Price: $5

1706 days ago

Proposed changes to footpaths and streets

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Make sure to have your say and spread the word about the Government's proposed 'accessible streets' rule changes.

One of the biggest changes would allow people riding things like bicycles, skateboards and e-scooters (powered scooter) to use the footpath, with a … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Make sure to have your say and spread the word about the Government's proposed 'accessible streets' rule changes.

One of the biggest changes would allow people riding things like bicycles, skateboards and e-scooters (powered scooter) to use the footpath, with a speed limit of 15 kilometres per hour.

Find out about all the changes and submit your feedback on this important issue here: bit.ly...

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1706 days ago

What can I do to help during a pandemic?

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

There's no better time than now to get to know your neighbours, start a Neighbourhood Support group or update your group contact details. Together let's REACH OUT, LOOK OUT, and HELP OUT to keep our communities safe, resilient and connected.

For the latest COVID-19 health advice, visit … View more
There's no better time than now to get to know your neighbours, start a Neighbourhood Support group or update your group contact details. Together let's REACH OUT, LOOK OUT, and HELP OUT to keep our communities safe, resilient and connected.

For the latest COVID-19 health advice, visit the Ministry of Health - Manatū Hauora's website.

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1706 days ago

Good solid large wheelbarrow

Julie and Neville from Redwood

A very solid wheelbarrow in good condition as has had little use. Metal tray, pneumatic tyres. Pick up Redwood. PM us for address please.

Price: $50

1707 days ago

Time to look at lighting

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

With the change to Autumn and slowly getting darker, colder its time look at your lighting. Your inside lights will be on longer, so why not upgrade to LED lights. It will reduce your power bill, greater LUX levels (brighter) for less wattage, has benefit of insulation being able to be laid over … View moreWith the change to Autumn and slowly getting darker, colder its time look at your lighting. Your inside lights will be on longer, so why not upgrade to LED lights. It will reduce your power bill, greater LUX levels (brighter) for less wattage, has benefit of insulation being able to be laid over top unlike down lights, less fire risk. 7-10 year warrenty on LED and driver.
Also available are LED security lights and with more darkness means more cover for burglars and Surface LEDs light fittings.
Call Patrick Elusions friendly sparky on 021525123, elusionelectrical@gmail.com, Google Elusion Electrical or go to www.elusionelectrical.co.nz...
Discount available for CDHB staff, goldcard holders and as a Autum special we will discount the first 5 lighting upgrades booked and completed .

1708 days ago

Bathroom

Don from Harewood

I’m looking for Affordable bathroom renovation person. Any recommendation.?
Thanks

1708 days ago

Life of Moses part 4: A personal Experience of God

Wairakei Road Bible Church

Come along to our 4th part of our Life of Moses series. 10am all welcome

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