Bottle Lake, Christchurch

DIY right first time #resenetip

DIY right first time #resenetip

Need to brush up your DIY skills? Check out the free MasterStroke by Resene DIY Decorating Manual for everything you need to get started.

2468 days ago

Christchurch's long-awaited $140 million Terrace development to be complete next week

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The first bar in Christchurch's long-awaited $140 million Terrace hospitality development is nearly ready to open.

Botanic owner Daniel Taiaroa says preparations are on a "knife-edge" to open on Friday (February 16).

His is one of 17 hospitality outlets in the first stage of … View more
The first bar in Christchurch's long-awaited $140 million Terrace hospitality development is nearly ready to open.

Botanic owner Daniel Taiaroa says preparations are on a "knife-edge" to open on Friday (February 16).

His is one of 17 hospitality outlets in the first stage of Antony Gough's The Terrace. After several years, delays and funding hurdles, construction is due to finish this month – seven years on from the devastating February 22 earthquake.

2468 days ago

Let’s join together and put tamariki first!

Children's Day

There are lots of awesome events happening in neighbourhoods around Aotearoa for Children’s Day, Sunday 4 March. Check out what’s on near you. If you don’t head along to an event, remember the most important thing you can give tamariki is your time and aroha! Find out more

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2469 days ago

Water bottling plant petition

Gareth from Burwood

Here is an update for anyone interested.

"Hi everyone. We are now at the 85,000 plus signature mark, which is the perfect timing to offer you all a bit of an update. I am aware of a group who is currently working on a legal challenge to the consents, and with a bit of luck, I will have more… View more
Here is an update for anyone interested.

"Hi everyone. We are now at the 85,000 plus signature mark, which is the perfect timing to offer you all a bit of an update. I am aware of a group who is currently working on a legal challenge to the consents, and with a bit of luck, I will have more information for you in the coming weeks. So, continue to share this petition, because our fight is far from over!"

Read the full update or sign the petition here...
www.change.org...

2469 days ago

Poll: What part does meat play in your diet?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

More Kiwis are cutting back on meat; more farmers are noticing the downturn. So what part does meat play in your diet?

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What part does meat play in your diet?
  • 52% I eat meat most days
    52% Complete
  • 29.2% I am reducing the amount of meat in my diet
    29.2% Complete
  • 4.5% I eat only white meat
    4.5% Complete
  • 3% I eat only fish
    3% Complete
  • 7.2% I don't eat any meat
    7.2% Complete
  • 4% I don't eat any animal products at all
    4% Complete
2794 votes
2469 days ago

Live chat recap: Your gardening dilemmas answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Gardening expert and author Lynda Hallinan joined us us live on Homed on Valentine's Day to share her love of gardening and answer your plant-based dilemmas.

If you missed it, you can see what Lynda had to say and maybe get some new ideas to try in your own garden, by clicking here.

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2469 days ago

Humble sausage sizzle raises much needed funds for local charities

The Warehouse New Zealand

We’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk … View moreWe’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk past don’t forget to purchase a sausage sizzle as all funds go back to your local community. Watch the video

2469 days ago

Gardening Services

Brian Farrant from 'That Guy' Gardening and Home Services

Have you got an untidy garden that needs attending? In need of a general tidy up or lawns need mowing?
Leave your weekends free to do what you WANT to do.. Let me do it all for you!
Hard working, and affordable..
Please call/text or email Brian for a FREE quote.
0274857373 or … View more
Have you got an untidy garden that needs attending? In need of a general tidy up or lawns need mowing?
Leave your weekends free to do what you WANT to do.. Let me do it all for you!
Hard working, and affordable..
Please call/text or email Brian for a FREE quote.
0274857373 or farrantb50@gmail.com

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2469 days ago

BNZ Crusaders vs Chiefs

BNZ Crusaders

Join the Crusade as we kick off the 2018 season against the Chiefs at AMI Stadium on Saturday 24th February. #wewill #crusadeon

We will for the jersey.
We will for each other.
We will for the fans.
WE WILL.
Book your tickets here!

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2471 days ago

Seniors Exercise Class

Laura from Woodend

Did you know that you can dramatically reduce your risk of falling by keeping fit and strong? Studies show that if you work on strength, coordination, balance and fitness your risk of falling minimizes greatly.

Come along to Woodend Community Hall every Monday 9am for a circuit based exercise … View more
Did you know that you can dramatically reduce your risk of falling by keeping fit and strong? Studies show that if you work on strength, coordination, balance and fitness your risk of falling minimizes greatly.

Come along to Woodend Community Hall every Monday 9am for a circuit based exercise class specifically targeted at building strength, fitness, balance and flexibility. Classes have been running for three years and are lead by Laura, a fully qualified and experienced personal trainer.

First class free, $10 there after. Coffee and a natter at the Grub Hub after!

More info: 0221 345 275

2470 days ago

TC Gita - Tonga Disaster

Steve Davis from New Zealand Red Cross (Canterbury North Area)

HOW YOU CAN HELP: PACIFIC DISASTER FUND:

The most effective way that you can help is to donate to New Zealand Red Cross’ Pacific Disaster Fund. This Fund allows us to respond quickly and effectively to the most urgent needs when a disaster hits anywhere in the Pacific.

100% of the money … View more
HOW YOU CAN HELP: PACIFIC DISASTER FUND:

The most effective way that you can help is to donate to New Zealand Red Cross’ Pacific Disaster Fund. This Fund allows us to respond quickly and effectively to the most urgent needs when a disaster hits anywhere in the Pacific.

100% of the money donated to this ongoing special appeal goes towards supporting communities in the Pacific affected by a disaster. New Zealand Red Cross has already released NZ$10,000 from our Pacific Disaster Fund to support Samoa Red Cross in its response.

You can donate via our website: www.redcross.org.nz...

Or via bank transfer:
- Bank name: ASB Bank Ltd
- Account name: Special Appeal
- Account number: 12-3192-0015998-00
- Particulars: Your first name or initials and surname or organisation name
- Code: PacDisF #CycloneGita

2471 days ago

Looking for a dog to adopt

Keri from Aranui

Looking for a male dog aged 1-6, any breed considered. Must be ok with another dog, cat and small kids. Will sleep inside and be very loved.

Free

2470 days ago

Turn your small business into a big one

BNZ

Got a great product or service? A decent sales track record? And a satisfied base of happy customers? Then it's time to turn your small business into a big one. Check out our six simple and insightful tips on how to do just that - and increase your revenue without overstretching your assets. Read more

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