Bishopdale, Christchurch

417 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene

Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask … View more
Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask our staff for expert advice on everything from choosing the right colour and paint to how to apply it for the best finish.
Find out more

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417 days ago

RED WEEKEND GIG THIS SAT 7TH OCT

Leanna from Bishopdale

No stopping Red Weekend they are back at the Woolston Sports Bar 669 Ferry Rd. Come on down this Saturday 7th Oct 8pm for another great night of music and entertainment. Get Ready to Rock!!
Follow @redweekendmusic

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420 days ago

What's it like living with a loud voice

Sanda Reporter from Stuff

Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you… View more
Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you can relate to any such scenario, I would love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or you can email me at sanda.arambepola@stuff.co.nz
Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article.

Thank you for taking the time to share your stories.

418 days ago

Kiwi Rugby Fever: WIN SKY Sport!

The Team from NZ Compare

We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

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We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

But that's not all! Many broadband plans currently offer FREE subscriptions to top streaming services. It's the perfect time to switch!
Compare your broadband and power bills to save big this Spring!
COMPARE NOW: www.broadbandcompare.co.nz...

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420 days ago

Poll: Top sheet or duvet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share … View more
It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share your vote and your reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Top sheet or duvet?
  • 78.8% Top sheet
    78.8% Complete
  • 20.6% Duvet
    20.6% Complete
  • 0.6% Neither - I'll share below!
    0.6% Complete
2205 votes
418 days ago

personalised pet paintings

Stephanie from Redwood

would you like a personalised shadow painting of your pet with either a moon or sunset background? handpainted onto canvas 40x50cm for only $20 makes a great gift Juts get in contact with me stephanieheaver@gmail.com with pic of your pet .You will have to be available to pick it up. These are quite… View morewould you like a personalised shadow painting of your pet with either a moon or sunset background? handpainted onto canvas 40x50cm for only $20 makes a great gift Juts get in contact with me stephanieheaver@gmail.com with pic of your pet .You will have to be available to pick it up. These are quite popular so allow some time for me to get back to you :) No time wasters please

Price: $20

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418 days ago

Safer Speed Plan

Christchurch City Council

Lower speeds can saves lives and prevent serious injury. Reducing the speed vehicles travel makes a major difference in a crash. People make mistakes on our roads, and those mistakes shouldn’t cost our neighbours, whānau or pets their lives.

We're asking for … View more
Lower speeds can saves lives and prevent serious injury. Reducing the speed vehicles travel makes a major difference in a crash. People make mistakes on our roads, and those mistakes shouldn’t cost our neighbours, whānau or pets their lives.

We're asking for feedback on a Draft Safer Speed Plan which sets out a three-year implementation plan and 10-year vision for safe speed areas in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.

To read the plan and give feedback by 25 October visit our website.
Find out more

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418 days ago

Life-saving heart research ❤️

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Our research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this … View moreOur research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this investment in heart health possible.

Click the link to find out more about the transformative research projects.

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419 days ago

Telephone dictation voting in the 2023 General Election

The Team from Electoral Commission

If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do … View more
If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do need to register to use this service though, before noon (NZ time) on Saturday 14 October.

You can find more information on our website here: vote.nz...

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437 days ago

Lawn mowers wanted

Shaun from Burnside

Hello I'm after anyone's broken down petrol rotary mowers will pay upto $40 condition depending. If you have anything gathering dust please message me 0221049734.

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419 days ago

American Polo Towels

Gavin / Sheryl from Casebrook

I'm looking to buy American Polo bath towels that were sold at Spotlight. See pics attached.
I have made covers for my outdoor furniture arms.I need one or two to cover another seat. I have tried Spotlight, but they have no stock left.
Gavin Pollock 02102982841

423 days ago

Try this heart smart chicken stir-fry!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Whip up this heart smart spring chicken stir-fry for World Heart Day. Packed with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a zesty stir-fry sauce, this dish is both flavourful and nutritious.

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420 days ago

Voting is now open in the 2023 General Election!

The Team from Electoral Commission

You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't … View more
You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't arrived yet you can vote without it! Find your nearest voting place here:
map.vote.nz...

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420 days ago

No notification to local residents regarding streets closing within Christchurch.

Gary Neighbourly Lead from Northcote

Street signs have suddenly appeared in a busy section of Paddington Street (Christchurch) outlining in being temporarily closed. It would unfortunately appear this is a familiar and ongoing major concern for the many affected residents in Christchurch. Believe this is also a failure in the … View moreStreet signs have suddenly appeared in a busy section of Paddington Street (Christchurch) outlining in being temporarily closed. It would unfortunately appear this is a familiar and ongoing major concern for the many affected residents in Christchurch. Believe this is also a failure in the acknowledging of current NZ transport legislative regulations by the Christchurch City Council.

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421 days ago

Electric jug

Daniel from Redwood

Would somebody like this? It works really well. Just has a piece missing off the top but doesn't effect it at all.
We just want to try keep it out of landfill.

Free

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