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888 days ago

Board notes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

You’ll never forget those important shopping items or appointments with these write-on boards made using Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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888 days ago

More misery for Christchurch residents as putrid smell set to get worse

The Team Reporter from The Press

Mask up, bolt the windows and don’t hang out your undies because removing the stinking mass of material from Christchurch’s fire-damaged wastewater treatment plant is expected to make the putrid odour worse in the coming days.

For long-suffering residents of Bromley, the free $200 Prezzy card … View more
Mask up, bolt the windows and don’t hang out your undies because removing the stinking mass of material from Christchurch’s fire-damaged wastewater treatment plant is expected to make the putrid odour worse in the coming days.

For long-suffering residents of Bromley, the free $200 Prezzy card handed out by the Christchurch City Council this week, may not be enough to compensate for an even denser odour expected to blanket the area later this week.

Many residents have complained the pong has had significant health effects, including headaches, burning eyes and sore throats.

The council’s three waters head, Helen Beaumont, said the smell would get worse as material deep inside the trickling filters became exposed to the elements and started rotting.

“It’s also possible there could be some dust, but spray misters will be used continuously to control this and the odour.”

Alongside the stench and the dust, local residents are being warned there will be more noise at the treatment plant due to two chippers that will be used to process material quickly.

Beaumont said the council would monitor noise levels during the test run and explore a range of measures to keep the noise down.

The first loads of rotting material from the filters will be taken to Kate Valley Landfill in North Canterbury on Friday via Breezes Rd, State Highway 74 and SH1.

It’s unlikely residents and businesses along the route will smell the stench, as the chipped and compacted material will be placed into bins before they are sealed with a tough plastic membrane.

The ongoing struggle to live with the smelly problem in east Christchurch led the council to offer a one-off $200 Prezzy card payment to 3300 households in Bromley.

Applications for the payment opened on Monday and $23,800 was dished out that day, according to the council, but supplies ran so low that those yet to apply were asked to wait until the end of the week before doing so.

The support package was available to all residents in the area bounded by Buckleys Rd, Pages Rd, SH74 and Linwood Ave.

Affected residents who wanted a Prezzy card need to bring proof of address and photo ID to one of the following providers:
- Ngā Hau E Whā (250 Pages Rd), open from 9am to 3pm. Phone 03 382 6628.
- He Waka Tapu (161 Pages Rd), open from 8.30am to 3pm. Phone 03 373 8150.
- Bromley Community Centre (45 Bromley Rd), open from 9am to 2.30pm. Phone 03 389 1657.
- The Loft (Level 1, Eastgate Shopping Centre), open from 9am to 5pm. Phone 0800 THE LOFT (0800 865 638).

888 days ago

Happy Samoan Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fa’afetai mo le agalelei fa’atua’oi literally translates to "thank you for your neighbourly kindness". We think that's a pretty special way to show your appreciation for a neighbour. Happy Samoan Language Week!

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888 days ago

Start your career in Business Administration!

Vision

Vision College’s NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. If you’re looking to work in an administration role, run the admin side of your own business, or upskill, this is the programme for you!

This hands-on … View more
Vision College’s NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. If you’re looking to work in an administration role, run the admin side of your own business, or upskill, this is the programme for you!

This hands-on programme will help you to grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite. It covers Microsoft computer applications, business report writing communication skills and document creation.

We are enrolling now for our June intake! Visit our website to enrol or to find out more.
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889 days ago

Queens Birthday weekend

Adrenalin Forest Christchurch

Queens birthday weekend is only a few days away and we are open the entire long weekend!

Briefings start at 10am and go every half hour until 2pm.

Be sure to book online or call ahead to avoid disappointment.

www.adrenalin... for restrictions and bookings

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889 days ago

Have you got a crazy collection of houseplants? There's still time to become a Houseplant Hero!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're getting some amazing entries from gardeners obsessed with their indoor plants, and we're enjoying their stories too. There's still time to send us your entry for our Houseplant Hero 2022 competition. You could win some great prizes, and (of course) more houseplants!

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890 days ago

5 Stags Stand up Comedy Night

Tina from Swannanoa - Ohoka

Tomorrow night is open mic night at 5 Stags Rangioria. Come on out for a fun night of laughs. I even have some prizes to give away. For the Best pick up line ever and the worst date ever. Best story's get the prize.

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891 days ago

boys winter Galaxy Jacket

Mandy & Andrew from Belfast

Boys Size 7/8 Winter Jacket polar fleece lined great condition

Price: $8

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891 days ago

$ave with the Resene wallpaper sale

Resene

Get 30% off the normal retail price of Resene wallpapers at your local Resene ColorShop until 20 June 2022.

Choose from thousands of wallpaper designs in the Resene Wallpaper Collection – everything from nature and geo inspired designs to textured and plain wallpapers – there really is … View more
Get 30% off the normal retail price of Resene wallpapers at your local Resene ColorShop until 20 June 2022.

Choose from thousands of wallpaper designs in the Resene Wallpaper Collection – everything from nature and geo inspired designs to textured and plain wallpapers – there really is something to suit all tastes!

Excludes wall decals, WallPrint and clearance items. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.

View the full collection at your local Resene ColorShop or get a taste of the latest wallpaper release and trends online.
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892 days ago

CANDLES

Chris from Woodend

Hi ,has anyone got any old candles they don’t want or need , doesn’t matter what condition they are in if so please ring Graeme on 033127700 ,cheers

892 days ago

The Ryman Guide

Retirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site … View moreRetirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site so you can plan for the future. The Ryman Guide will help you choose the lifestyle you want to live at a Ryman village, so you can embrace every opportunity.

Click here to get your free copy.
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893 days ago

Can you help at Short Notice?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you ever walk past a business affected by Covid and wonder what you could do to help? We created Short Notice to link community members with spare time on their hands to surrounding businesses in need.

Whether you have a week, a day or an hour to volunteer, head to the … View more
Do you ever walk past a business affected by Covid and wonder what you could do to help? We created Short Notice to link community members with spare time on their hands to surrounding businesses in need.

Whether you have a week, a day or an hour to volunteer, head to the Short Notice community hub to introduce yourself and share how you can lend a hand.

If you're a business owner sign up for a FREE Premium Business listing to get access to Short Notice and let your community know what help you need.

Together, let's help keep our small businesses thriving!
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894 days ago

Get Upcycling and win in 2022!

Resene

It's time to unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so … View more
It's time to unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.

Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
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895 days ago

Do you have a great yam recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for yam recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before June 3, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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895 days ago

Make your own sculptural side table

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Ombre tones help create a gallery-worthy table. Choose tone on tone hues from the Resene Multifinish collection for a quick ombre look.

Find out how to create your own.

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