Bottle Lake, Christchurch

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1301 days ago

Mother's Day is this weekend

Sunday Star Times

Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code … View more
Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code SSTMOTHERSDAY at the checkout to redeem.

Hurry! Offer ends Sunday. T&C's apply.
Subscribe Now

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1303 days ago

Stolen scooter carrier for a car

Julie from Burwood

Hi, in the early hours of Monday 3 May the scooter carrier which was bolted to my car was stolen from my car in our driveway at 23 Araucana Way. It is a very distinctive all aluminium carrier. Any information leading to its recovery would be very helpful. I have attached a photo which shows the … View moreHi, in the early hours of Monday 3 May the scooter carrier which was bolted to my car was stolen from my car in our driveway at 23 Araucana Way. It is a very distinctive all aluminium carrier. Any information leading to its recovery would be very helpful. I have attached a photo which shows the carrier. Thankfully the scooter was not on the carrier at the time. Thankyou. Noel.

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1302 days ago

High Scent Throw Handmade Soy Candles

Gill from North New Brighton

Beautiful hand poured soy candles with a high hot & cold scent throw. Each candle is approximately 400mls and uniquely decorated. Please state your choice of fragrance at time of purchase. These would make a great Mothers Day gift!!

Angel Type Fragrance
Flowerbomb Type Fragrance
Chanel No5… View more
Beautiful hand poured soy candles with a high hot & cold scent throw. Each candle is approximately 400mls and uniquely decorated. Please state your choice of fragrance at time of purchase. These would make a great Mothers Day gift!!

Angel Type Fragrance
Flowerbomb Type Fragrance
Chanel No5 Type Fragrance
Opium Type Fragrance
Narciso Type Fragrance
CK One Type Fragrance
Jo Malone Lime, Basil & Mandarin Type Fragrance
Lavender
Jasmine
Musk
Nag Champa
Patchouli
Dragons Blood
Vanilla
Caramel
Sex on The Beach

Candles do not contain phthalates, additives & are clean burning , non toxic, completely natural & are made from renewable sources.
Other sizes & Melts by arrangement.
Some candles have been pre made. Orders will take 7-10 days to make and cure.
Pick up is in New Brighton.

Price: $30

1303 days ago

Incinerator to refit

Dilip from Belfast

Is any one does small work for fitting my Kitchen Incinerator as it has snapped from the join and fallen ?
I am in Belfast, christchurch

1307 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The South Island's first shopping mall opened on Riccarton Rd in 1965.

Christchurch property manager Reuel Livingstone developed the concept for Riccarton Mall from shopping centres in Australia. His new, self-contained shopping centre included 66 stores and parking for 600 cars. Many … View more
The South Island's first shopping mall opened on Riccarton Rd in 1965.

Christchurch property manager Reuel Livingstone developed the concept for Riccarton Mall from shopping centres in Australia. His new, self-contained shopping centre included 66 stores and parking for 600 cars. Many property purchases and building additions, and with the new name of Westfield, it is still one of New Zealand's leading malls.

At first, almost surrounded by houses and vacant sections, it now covers the block bounded by Riccarton Rd and Matipo, Maxwell and Rotherham streets.

We don't have a current aerial photo of the mall, but the second photo attached below shows the mall in 2012 and how much the landscape had changed since the 1960s.

1303 days ago

Are you our next Houseplant Hero?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Have you got New Zealand‘s best collection of houseplants?
We’re searching for indoor plant obsessives who have created impressive urban jungles… and there’s some great prizes to be won!

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1308 days ago

1983: The last great royal tour

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Good morning neighbours, an old gem for you...

Around 20,000 people came out to watch the Prince and Princess of Wales do a walkabout in Cathedral Square on April 28, 1983, despite “chilly, intermittent and penetrating rain”, but The Press also wondered if royal tours were approaching their … View more
Good morning neighbours, an old gem for you...

Around 20,000 people came out to watch the Prince and Princess of Wales do a walkabout in Cathedral Square on April 28, 1983, despite “chilly, intermittent and penetrating rain”, but The Press also wondered if royal tours were approaching their use-by date.

The tone of the paper’s editorial was very different from that struck 30 years earlier, when the Queen toured.

“Rapid communications and travel have removed much of the novelty from Royal appearances in New Zealand,” The Press said. “The charm and interest remain enhanced this time by the presence of the future Queen, Princess Diana, and the baby who could some day be King William V.”

The Press looked into the future: “Before the end of the century Prince Charles can probably expect to be King Charles III. His son, at present in Auckland, may well still be on the throne in the unimaginable world of the year 2050.

“Although New Zealand has not the vigorous republican movement evident in Australia, the question is reasonably asked here whether an​ hereditary monarch, living 12,000 miles away, will continue to be the most appropriate head of State for New Zealand.”

Despite this, every move was still recorded and star power was very evident, as The Press reported.

“A faint touch of blue shone through the clouds about 10 minutes before the end of the walkabout. It highlighted the Princess’ hair and brought favourable comments from a cluster of young girls.

“Many people were surprised at how tall and slender the Princess is. ‘Her face is thinner than I expected, but much prettier,’ said one woman.

“The glowing natural complexion of the Princess needed little highlight, just a glimmer of gold eye-shadow, a touch of mascara, and a subtle lip-colouring.”

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1304 days ago

Garage Sale - 69 Georgina Street (Prestons Park) - All remaining items are now FREE

Clinton from Parklands - Marshlands

The Garage Sale has finished, but all remaining items are now FREE.
On the curb at 69 Georgina Street.

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1304 days ago

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund … View more
Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund ground-breaking work by some of our country’s top breast cancer researchers, educate people about breast health, and provide free support services for breast cancer patients and their families.

What are you waiting for! Sign up today.
Find out more

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1306 days ago

Come and visit us today!

The Sterling, Kaiapoi

Michelle and Marg would love to meet you to discuss how The Sterling can meet your needs and wants. Come and visit them today!

Open 11am - 3pm, Monday to Saturday at 1/42 Silverstream Boulevard, Kaiapoi.

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1306 days ago

Why choose Middleton Grange School for your son/daughter?

Middleton Grange School

We are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from Year 1 – 13. Our point of difference - We are a Christ-Centred, student oriented school. Our ‘Why’ is to offer families a holistic education for their children, focusing on Character, Excellence and Service – for … View moreWe are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from Year 1 – 13. Our point of difference - We are a Christ-Centred, student oriented school. Our ‘Why’ is to offer families a holistic education for their children, focusing on Character, Excellence and Service – for the glory of God.

Middleton Grange School provides a first-rate general education with academic results of the highest quality, and we do this by providing an environment in which the Biblical truths of Jesus Christ are taught and lived.

We see learning as holistic; it aims to instruct the mind, shape the heart and prepare the hands for service.

We want our young people to critically engage in the rapidly changing society and culture that they live in, in order to be a positive influence and to point others to God by their example.

We look forward to welcoming you to be part of the Middleton Grange School family – a school community of Special Character!

Please check our website for further information:
www.middleton.school.nz
Learn more

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1306 days ago

shelving

Judith from Avondale

We are a vintage car club and have a 3 x 3 shed to store parts for our members. Does anyone have strong metal shelving they don't need anymore that we could use? We are happy to look at anything. Free or low cost would be wonderful.

1308 days ago

Competition Time

Katrina from Health Screening New Zealand

Cardiovascular Disease is the biggest killer in New Zealand – but it doesn’t have to be.

In one short and simple test, Health Screening NZ are able to screen your heart and artery health and provide straightforward advice to decrease your risk of a heart attack.

We ❤ Mums and want to keep … View more
Cardiovascular Disease is the biggest killer in New Zealand – but it doesn’t have to be.

In one short and simple test, Health Screening NZ are able to screen your heart and artery health and provide straightforward advice to decrease your risk of a heart attack.

We ❤ Mums and want to keep Kiwi families as healthy as possible which is why we are giving away 1 free heart screening this Mother’s Day. Show your Mum you care and give her the gift of health!

www.healthscreeningnz.com...

To be eligible to win:

Tag a Christchurch-based Mum on our Facebook page post and share it in order to go into the draw. - Follow the link below.


*T+C’s apply: Competition closes 9th May and the winner will be announced 10th May. Can only be redeemed in our Christchurch clinics during operational hours.

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1308 days ago

Stage 1 Villas Selling Now!

The Sterling, Kaiapoi

Enjoy life in an elegant and modern villa at The Sterling with floor to ceiling windows, ducted heating and underfloor heating in the bathrooms to keep you warm and stylish. Stage 1 selling now from $495,000.

Contact Michelle on 0508 783 754 today!

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1308 days ago

New amenities and health and wellbeing big positives for Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Whether it’s because of new amenities, affordable housing or quality of life, a new survey has found Christchurch residents are feeling better about their city.

Christchurch has scored highest of the main cities for health and wellbeing in New Zealand’s latest national Quality of Life survey, … View more
Whether it’s because of new amenities, affordable housing or quality of life, a new survey has found Christchurch residents are feeling better about their city.

Christchurch has scored highest of the main cities for health and wellbeing in New Zealand’s latest national Quality of Life survey, and recorded by far the biggest improvement in how the city is ranked by its residents.
It also scored top in housing affordability.

In other areas, including dangerous drivers and vandalism, Christchurch scored worst.

Read the full story here and share in the comments what you like most - or least - about living in Christchurch.

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