Bromley, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2636 days ago

What's the key to the answer?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Did you know Regenerate Christchurch has around 40,000 keys from demolished homes in the Red Zone? They're asking what should be done them. What do you think? Wind chimes, sculptures, pathways....? We'd love to share your ideas in print, so please note if you don't want your comments… View moreDid you know Regenerate Christchurch has around 40,000 keys from demolished homes in the Red Zone? They're asking what should be done them. What do you think? Wind chimes, sculptures, pathways....? We'd love to share your ideas in print, so please note if you don't want your comments in the Christchurch Mail, put a NFP on your comments.

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2634 days ago

Council agrees to stabilise Southshore bund

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

The Council today considered a report looking at short term options to reduce flood risk in Southshore, before deciding on the stabilisation option.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2634 days ago

Free firewood

Derek from New Brighton

Pickup in St Albans, Jacob st From a house renovation. Needs to be gone before 5pm tonight. Text 0273260386 to arrange pickup



There is alot of good wood in here but still needs to be cut up

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2635 days ago

Sports field spruce up

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

There is a narrow window of opportunity each spring to renovate and prepare the fields between the winter and summer sports changeover, and this year’s wet winter brings a warning the fields may look worse for wear during the renovation process.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2636 days ago

Tiny Hut on the move

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

A New Brighton Tiny Hut has been gifted by the Council to the school where it was created as three of the Tiny Huts make way for a new playground. More at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...

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2636 days ago

Join NZ Gardener's September campaign to save our pollinators!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2.… View more
Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2. Take part in The Great Kiwi Bee Count. www.stuff.co.nz...

3. Sign the petition against the sale of pesticides containing bee-harming neonicotinoids. www.stuff.co.nz...

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2637 days ago

Get decorating with these great deals from Resene

Resene

Doing a little decorating? You'll want to know about our great deals! Get 25% off Resene premium paints, stains, primers and sealers 10L. Buy one Resene testpot, get one FREE. Available to Resene ColorShop or DIY cardholders. If you don’t have a card, sign up for a FREE one on the … View moreDoing a little decorating? You'll want to know about our great deals! Get 25% off Resene premium paints, stains, primers and sealers 10L. Buy one Resene testpot, get one FREE. Available to Resene ColorShop or DIY cardholders. If you don’t have a card, sign up for a FREE one on the Resene website or while you’re in store. Find out more

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2637 days ago

Poll: Sneezes, Hiccups and Excuses.

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Hay-fever season is descending upon us, in great gusts of pollen and bouts of sneezing. This got us talking (and sneezing) in the office. Does a sneeze or hiccup require an "excuse me"? What do you say when you sneeze or hiccup?

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Sneezes, Hiccups and Excuses.
  • 32.9% Excuse me. All air that leaves the body requires forgiveness!
    32.9% Complete
  • 22.9% Nothing, why ask forgiveness for an involuntary act?
    22.9% Complete
  • 44.3% Depends on where you sneeze.
    44.3% Complete
70 votes
2637 days ago

Poll: Sneezes, Hiccups and Excuses.

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Hay-fever season is descending upon us, in great gusts of pollen and bouts of sneezing. This got us talking (and sneezing) in the office. Does a sneeze or hiccup require an "excuse me"? What do you say when you sneeze or hiccup?

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Sneezes, Hiccups and Excuses.
  • 32.9% Excuse me. All air that leaves the body requires forgiveness!
    32.9% Complete
  • 22.9% Nothing, why ask forgiveness for an involuntary act?
    22.9% Complete
  • 44.3% Depends on where you sneeze.
    44.3% Complete
70 votes
2638 days ago

Puppy wanted

Tracee from Aranui

I'm looking for a puppy for my mentally ill son who needs the companionship. A pup around 9-12 weeks would be ideal, and cheap as I can't afford much.

Price: $50

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2638 days ago

St Chad's OP SHOP.

Susanne from Phillipstown

Big Winter sale starts this week,still lots of good stock arriving in so be in quick for bargains at $5 a bag.Open Wed and Fri 9--12 noon,CNR BUCKLEYS Rd and CANARVON st,Linwood,see you there.

2638 days ago

There is still time left to register for our youth panel

The Team from Ministry of Education

Register your interest for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education. If you’re aged between 14 and 18 years old, or know someone who is, then encourage them to get involved.

Registrations are open until Sunday 3 September. You can register HERE. #myeducationmyvoice

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2640 days ago

Taylors Mistake evening colours

Chris from Linwood

Some shots from Taylors Mistake earlier this evening... a bit of colour grading done to "warm" the shots up a bit... :)

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