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2125 days ago

NZ's pooch population rising faster than people

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

They say a dog is man's best friend and that certainly seems to be the case in New Zealand.

Dog ownership has soared over the past five years, outstripping the growth in people in all the main cities apart from Auckland.

The country is home to more than 560,500 registered dogs – enough for… View more
They say a dog is man's best friend and that certainly seems to be the case in New Zealand.

Dog ownership has soared over the past five years, outstripping the growth in people in all the main cities apart from Auckland.

The country is home to more than 560,500 registered dogs – enough for about one in nine to be a proud owner. That's a pooch for roughly every third household.

2122 days ago

Poll: National day of action against plastic packaging

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,


Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?


We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.


A national day of plastic protest has been organised, … View more
Hi neighbours,


Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?


We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.


A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.


To read more, click here.


Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?

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National day of action against plastic packaging
  • 85.8% Yes, there's too much plastic packaging
    85.8% Complete
  • 14.2% No, I don't think it is an issue
    14.2% Complete
4266 votes
2121 days ago

Poll: Community leaflets - junk mail or not ?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Last week our volunteers carried out a leaflet drop in the Linwood area to let you know about our free service at The Loft (Eastgate mall ) every Tuesday - Did you receive a leaflet ? If you didn't, you may have had a "no junk mail " sign on your letter box . We would like to know … View moreLast week our volunteers carried out a leaflet drop in the Linwood area to let you know about our free service at The Loft (Eastgate mall ) every Tuesday - Did you receive a leaflet ? If you didn't, you may have had a "no junk mail " sign on your letter box . We would like to know whether you consider leaflets like ours (about community services) junk mail or not . Please help us by telling us what you think .

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Community leaflets - junk mail or not ?
  • 57.9% Leaflets advertising a community service are not junk mail
    57.9% Complete
  • 42.1% Leaflets advertising a community service are junk mail
    42.1% Complete
19 votes
2121 days ago

Help us make wasps buzz off for good!

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. … View moreThey ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility.

Find out a bit more about the wasps and how we plan to eradicate them by clicking here.
Donate now

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2131 days ago

Pure Canterbury water more valuable than oil, so market it better: Councillor

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch's city council should join forces with local iwi to bottle and sell Canterbury's famed pure aquifer water abroad to help reduce rates and fund projects.

That is the view of councillor Aaron Keown, who believes the city is not getting the best out of an asset he says is … View more
Christchurch's city council should join forces with local iwi to bottle and sell Canterbury's famed pure aquifer water abroad to help reduce rates and fund projects.

That is the view of councillor Aaron Keown, who believes the city is not getting the best out of an asset he says is "more valuable than oil".

What do you think? Read the full story by clicking the link below and share your thoughts in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published).

2122 days ago

New Menu

The Twisted Hop Gastropub

IT"S HERE! That's right folks, our new menu is here. Follow our Facebook Post, LIKE, SHARE and TAG A MATE you would like to join you for brunch or dinner and you'll go into the draw to win a dining experience for two, up to the value of a whooping $100. The winner will be drawn on … View moreIT"S HERE! That's right folks, our new menu is here. Follow our Facebook Post, LIKE, SHARE and TAG A MATE you would like to join you for brunch or dinner and you'll go into the draw to win a dining experience for two, up to the value of a whooping $100. The winner will be drawn on Thursday 31 January, so get in quick you don't have long.

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2122 days ago

Tegel Summer Series: Rosemary & Garlic Stuffed Chicken

Tegel

Make Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.

Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with … View more
Make Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.

Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with convenience in mind; they're in a ready-to-cook tray. Simply peel back the lid, put it in the oven and get back to that game of backyard cricket.
Get the recipe

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2122 days ago

If you eat them all yourself - we won't tell anyone! 🙊🍌

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To help you beat the heat this summer we've come up with this simple and tasty NSNZ-inspired recipe for you to share with neighbours, family, and friends.

#NSNZhealthandwellness

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2123 days ago

*** NO FURNITURE IN NEW FLAT : ! urgently NEED !!

Carolyn Faye from Linwood

I am writing on behalf of a (not well) pensioner, who is urgently in need of a BED, single, or just MATTRESS, FRIDGE, med or small size, TABLE, with or without chairs, VACUUM, small or med COUCH, all size CUSHIONS ,/ BEAN BAGS . Will pay, (but has very limited finance, ) thank you ! ( : … View moreI am writing on behalf of a (not well) pensioner, who is urgently in need of a BED, single, or just MATTRESS, FRIDGE, med or small size, TABLE, with or without chairs, VACUUM, small or med COUCH, all size CUSHIONS ,/ BEAN BAGS . Will pay, (but has very limited finance, ) thank you ! ( : - )

Free

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2125 days ago

Apricots, Plums Horotane Valley

Andrea from Heathcote Valley

Cluth gold Apricots for eating and bottling. Lots of delicious Black Amber Plums , 62 Horotane Valley Road Heathcote

2123 days ago

Baby Wool Wanted

Angela from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

Hi
I am posting on behalf of my friend who spends many hours knitting baby clothes for the Neonatal unit, at Christchurch hospital .
She buys the wool herself, so I am asking , does anybody have any baby wool that you would like to donate to this worthy cause.
Please ring Norina 0278207011

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2123 days ago

Garage Sale St. Martins

Arno from Opawa - Saint Martins

Massive garage sale this Saturday, 19 Jan. Lots of good condition women's, men's and kids clothing. Shoes, bric-a-brac, toys, jewellery, plants, homeware. Something for everyone, want it all gone. Claxton Place in St. Martins, follow the signs, signs out at 8.30am.

Negotiable

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2126 days ago

Wanted: Ladies bike

Sarah from Waltham

I'm looking for a cheap but working ladies bike for around town commuting.

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2123 days ago

CHAIRS FOR SALE,

Susanne from Phillipstown

These are grey heavy duty child sized chairs but can seat adults as well,have a high back and very comfortable. There are 12 for sale at $5 each,note these are not the usual cheap ones more like heavier outdoor style chairs,please pm me.

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2123 days ago

WHEELCHAIR FOR SALE.

Susanne from Phillipstown

Heavy duty and still in tidy use,could be great to keep for occasional use for elderly family member,blue with padded seat and arm rest.$50 or offers,please pm me.

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