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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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896 days ago

Jack Russell female puppy for sale (price negotiable) Genuine reasons

Linda from Parklands - Marshlands

Due to unforeseen issues lovely wee Trixie needs to be rehomed. Lovely friendly playful. Loves her walk, other dogs and easy to food train. She was microchipped by my vet, has her doggy plunket book, beds, pen, cage and walk harness. Everything she needs. Most important is she gets a good home,… View moreDue to unforeseen issues lovely wee Trixie needs to be rehomed. Lovely friendly playful. Loves her walk, other dogs and easy to food train. She was microchipped by my vet, has her doggy plunket book, beds, pen, cage and walk harness. Everything she needs. Most important is she gets a good home, well fenced and gets her daily walk. Contact me by private messaging here or cellphone 0274053257.

Negotiable

910 days ago

'Weaponising rates': Debate over plans to spur on vacant Christchurch landowner

The Team Reporter from The Press

From reporter Steven Walton:

Is it an illegal policy, or the perfect deterrent to land-bankers?

That was the clash of perspectives in the Christchurch City Council chamber on Wednesday, as developers and residents presented to councillors about its controversial proposal to significantly hike the… View more
From reporter Steven Walton:

Is it an illegal policy, or the perfect deterrent to land-bankers?

That was the clash of perspectives in the Christchurch City Council chamber on Wednesday, as developers and residents presented to councillors about its controversial proposal to significantly hike the rates of vacant central city land.

Prominent developers, including Richard Peebles, Philip Carter, Dean Marshall, and Ernest Duval, told city councillors on Wednesday they were going after the vacant land problem the wrong way. Carter claimed the proposal was illegal.

But, a central city neighbourhood association says the plan will stop land-bankers.

What is the proposal?
- From mid-2022, the council wants to more than double the differential on the “general” component of the rates bill for central city vacant landowners.
- If a site has consented use happening on it, for example a consented temporary car park, it would not be pinged.
- Only sites in the Central City Business Zone or the Central City Mixed Use (South Frame) Zone are part of the proposed hike.
- Sites that are “improved and maintained” in line with the council’s vacant sites improvement guide could apply for a rates remission. - Whether a site is complying will be decided by the council.

Read more here.

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898 days ago

Are you obsessed with your houseplants? Enter our Houseplant Hero competition!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what … View more
The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what you love about them. Send us up to five photos of your indoor plant displays. Email mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Meanwhile, here's last year's winner Alyce Read, from Nelson.

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899 days ago

wanted kind person to care for my horse marshlands/chaneys

Heather from Belfast

i have had a stroke & horse was on loan but came back with uncared for hooves & not good at handling them so needs someone with time & patience.she used to be good still easy to catch etc, was quiet to ride but dont know now she is about 15hh mare, dont want to loan her again till i see… View morei have had a stroke & horse was on loan but came back with uncared for hooves & not good at handling them so needs someone with time & patience.she used to be good still easy to catch etc, was quiet to ride but dont know now she is about 15hh mare, dont want to loan her again till i see if she will be looked after or can sell cheap to right home

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899 days ago

Need a welder?

Rory Lindebaum from Sirius Welding Limited

Hi Neighbours,

At Sirius Welding Limited we do general metal repair, welding and small fabrication.

Our TIG welding machines allow us to weld both aluminium and steel allowing us to repair just about anything.

If you would like a free no obligation quote please call us on 0210771276

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Hi Neighbours,

At Sirius Welding Limited we do general metal repair, welding and small fabrication.

Our TIG welding machines allow us to weld both aluminium and steel allowing us to repair just about anything.

If you would like a free no obligation quote please call us on 0210771276

Cheers,
Rory

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900 days ago

English Tutor

Sari from Kaiapoi

Hi. I am looking for an English Tutor for my 14 year old daughter. Needs coaching to build her confidence in English

902 days ago

Candle creations

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Who would have thought pine chair feet could make such an amazing addition to your home décor? Painting these with Resene testpots and stacking them to make contemporary candle holders is a breeze.

Find out how to create your own.

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902 days ago

Become a Web Developer with Vision!

Vision College

Thinking about a career in IT as a Web Developer? Our NZ Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5) will teach you how to develop great websites in just one year! This programme will give you the development and design skills you need to make your mark in an exciting industry.

No University… View more
Thinking about a career in IT as a Web Developer? Our NZ Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5) will teach you how to develop great websites in just one year! This programme will give you the development and design skills you need to make your mark in an exciting industry.

No University entrance required! All you need is NCEA Level 2 to |get yourself started| on this journey into the IT industry.

Enrol now for our July intake at vision.ac.nz
Find out more

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904 days ago

Organ Piano

Chris from Kaiapoi

Free to a good home, come and collect. Still in good working order. PM me for collection details.

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905 days ago

furniture removals

Dennis from Belfast

am looking for a part time casual to help us in our removal business would help if you had a class 2 if interested please leave a message or email Dennis on wiersma@xtra.co.nz and thank you

912 days ago

Poll: What should the city council do about Christchurch's new stadium budget blow-out?

The Team Reporter from The Press

From reporter Steven Walton:
Christchurch’s 30,000-seat stadium, Te Kaha, has blown its budget by at least another $50 million, Stuff understands.

City councillors will soon have to decide whether they either increase the $533m budget once again, head back to the drawing board or pause the … View more
From reporter Steven Walton:
Christchurch’s 30,000-seat stadium, Te Kaha, has blown its budget by at least another $50 million, Stuff understands.

City councillors will soon have to decide whether they either increase the $533m budget once again, head back to the drawing board or pause the project.

Council staff are refusing to comment on the spiralling costs, saying more information will be available in the coming weeks.

But the council has advised the Treasury of issues with the budget, a spokesperson for the Government department said. Read more here.

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What should the city council do about Christchurch's new stadium budget blow-out?
  • 71.3% Increase the budget and get it finished
    71.3% Complete
  • 5.5% Pause the project, wait and see
    5.5% Complete
  • 19.5% Head back to the drawing board
    19.5% Complete
  • 3.8% I'm not sure/something else (share your thoughts in the comments below)
    3.8% Complete
640 votes
906 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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906 days ago

Trust a farmer to give us their opinion.

PGG Wrightson

The new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be … View moreThe new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be with your needs front of mind.

We brought our decades of experience creating world-class performance gear. Add to that a legacy of Kiwi innovation, a challenger spirit and a practical attitude that’s been part of Line 7 since we started back in 1963.

Every detail has been reviewed and refined – without overlooking the obvious. Breathable, flexible, functional and comfortable, while still being supremely durable and waterproof. Made to fit farmers of all shapes and sizes, with a dedicated range for women. Built to last, and last a bit longer still, with an included repair kit that means you can fix it up quickly yourself.

Now take it out there, try it on and put it to the test. Wear it out and wear it again. We’re pretty damn confident you won’t be disappointed
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907 days ago

DEEP PHOTO FRAMES X2

Gill from North New Brighton

Two unusual cream photo frames.
Holds a 6 inch X 4 inch photo.
Frame is approx 22 cms wide, 27 cms long and 7 cms in depth.
Slight marking on frames, which is hardly noticeable!
Last photo shows worst mark.
Pick up is in New Brighton.

Price: $15

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