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1898 days ago

Bandsaw Blades

Kylee from Avonside - Dallington

Hiya, I have been getting use to my Bandsaw and it the process have broken a few blades. I was wondering if anyone knows of a company or person that can weld the blade back together. I have tried a company called btsharpening but its over in Wigram (a bit far) and they don't do it while you … View moreHiya, I have been getting use to my Bandsaw and it the process have broken a few blades. I was wondering if anyone knows of a company or person that can weld the blade back together. I have tried a company called btsharpening but its over in Wigram (a bit far) and they don't do it while you wait. Thanking you in advance

1896 days ago

NRL Jersey and shorts

Alana from St Albans

Great condition.. Childs Jersey size 10 ,shorts size 12

Price: $50

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1896 days ago

Volunteer needed in Rangiora

Fiona Rouse from StarJam - Christchurch

Fancy volunteering for 1 evening a week at a dance workshop for youth with disabilities in Rangiora? Starjam would love to hear from you!

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1896 days ago

Bring Home The Bacon Fundraiser

Mark Hudson from Community Focus Trust

BRING HOME THE BACON - We are doing another bacon fundraiser for our community projects, helping those in need within our community.

This fundraising campaign starts on Monday 23rd September until Friday 25th October. We are selling 400g Hellers Middle Eye Bacon packs available to be ordered in 3 … View more
BRING HOME THE BACON - We are doing another bacon fundraiser for our community projects, helping those in need within our community.

This fundraising campaign starts on Monday 23rd September until Friday 25th October. We are selling 400g Hellers Middle Eye Bacon packs available to be ordered in 3 different options:

Single Packs - $8.00 each
Multi-Pack Deal - 3 Packs for $20
Mega Carton Deal for $72.00 (12pkts)

Orders can be made on the order form link below or email your request to communityfocustrust@gmail.com stating your order and preferred payment. Payment is cash or payment online before the closing date for orders.

Online Payment Account: 38-9018-0645983-05 Ref: Your Surname & BACON.

Orders need to be in by Friday 25th October, with a pickup date planned for Wednesday 27th November.

If you need order forms please message us with an email address and we can email this out, so you can share around with your family and friends.

Online Order Form Link:
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1896 days ago

Do you feel unsafe after dark?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi, my name is Josephine. I'm looking to speak with women about feeling unsafe after dark. Do you change your behaviour or avoid certain areas at night? Have you got a story to share about this?

If you'd be willing to talk to a reporter, then please email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz.View more
Hi, my name is Josephine. I'm looking to speak with women about feeling unsafe after dark. Do you change your behaviour or avoid certain areas at night? Have you got a story to share about this?

If you'd be willing to talk to a reporter, then please email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz. I look forward to hearing from you.

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1897 days ago

Being Kiwi: Have you experienced racism?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?

Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.

Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls… View more
New Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?

Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.

Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls for the collection of official statistics on hate crimes, looks at discrimination in our schools and takes a stroll through Auckland, now one of the most diverse cities in the world.

To take part in the survey, click here

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1897 days ago

Colouring isn't just for kids! 🖍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Mindful colouring has been proven to help reduce stress and anxiety and induce a meditative-like state in adults too.

Help scribble your worries away with this free community-inspired colouring sheet to give your brain a creative boost.

#NSNZmentalhealth

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1897 days ago

What veges do you grow in pots and containers?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and … View moreOur gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and any practical advice you would pass on to ensure a great result with that crop, and any secret tips you are prepared to pass on! If your tip is used in the magazine, you'll receive a free copy... And of course the glory of being in New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine! Click on this link to send us your best tip!

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1912 days ago

Stolen Bike

Lesley from Phillipstown

BEWARE!! All residents in the Phillipstown area - there is someone on the prowl who is brazen enough to enter your property while you are at home looking to steal. We have had a Marlin push bike stolen this afternoon while we were inside our home. It is a black bike with silver Marlin wording, a … View moreBEWARE!! All residents in the Phillipstown area - there is someone on the prowl who is brazen enough to enter your property while you are at home looking to steal. We have had a Marlin push bike stolen this afternoon while we were inside our home. It is a black bike with silver Marlin wording, a back plastic mudguard with a carrier. If anyone sees it either on the street or advertised anywhere please message us. Thank you

1898 days ago

Rugby World Cup 2019 on Spark Sport

Spark Sport

Every tackle, every try, every triumph.

Watch all 48 matches of Rugby World cup 2019 live and on-demand with a Spark Sport Tournament Pass for $89.99.

Compatible devices only. T&C’s apply.
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1898 days ago

Soft plastics

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Around 45 tonnes of soft plastics end up at Christchurch's EcoSort recycling plant each month because people mistakenly believe they will be recycled.

Please put your soft plastics in the red bin. Soft plastics are any plastics that can be easily scrunched or bend in your hand like plastic … View more
Around 45 tonnes of soft plastics end up at Christchurch's EcoSort recycling plant each month because people mistakenly believe they will be recycled.

Please put your soft plastics in the red bin. Soft plastics are any plastics that can be easily scrunched or bend in your hand like plastic bags, cling film, courier bags, bubble wrap and cellophane.

For more info, head to our website at the link below.

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1899 days ago

Thank you Wattie's

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

We want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around … View moreWe want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around Aotearoa.

Wattie’s generously donated a further 25,000 cans taking the total number collected to over 56,000 cans.

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1899 days ago

New blog post: Neighbourly in the news!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.

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1900 days ago

Pink Batt off cuts or surplus wanted for free

Gareth from Burwood

Or earthwool or similar..
Thanks in advance

1899 days ago

St Albans Fruit & Vege Co-Op

Mark Hudson from

The St Albans Fruit & Vege Co-Op aims to give people access to healthy, fresh food at a fair price and involve people in building their community.

This is run by the Community Focus Trust based in St Albans.

Each week you will receive a selection of fresh produce, with different variety most… View more
The St Albans Fruit & Vege Co-Op aims to give people access to healthy, fresh food at a fair price and involve people in building their community.

This is run by the Community Focus Trust based in St Albans.

Each week you will receive a selection of fresh produce, with different variety most weeks. All produce is seasonal and fresh. The average saving per week if brought from a mainstream supermarket is around $15.00, so you could save on average $60 per month.

St Albans Fruit & Vege Co-Op Sign Up Details:

Option 1: Set up a direct credit into our account: please fill in your surname and SPR in the reference field, so we can track all orders - this needs to be paid into this account by Friday. Our account is :
Kiwibank 38-9018-0645983-04

Option 2: Contact us on our Facebook page telling us how you wish to pay (Cash or Direct Credit), and if you will be ordering weekly or fortnightly.

Cost: $15.00

All orders are packed on a Wednesday and can be collected from Empower Church, 140 Springfield Rd, St Albans I 10:30am - 5:00pm.

As we are now using reusable bags, please bring your own bags to swap the produce over.

Contact Mark at communityfocustrust@gmail.com for more info of checkout our Facebook page.

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