Edgeware, Christchurch

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

483 days ago

CAB free clinics coming up – 30 August-5 September 2023

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Wow - we have a really busy week with lots of free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and specialist legal advice for employment and immigration, plus our Tech clinic and CV Workshop.

1. Tech clinic – Geeks on Wheels - Wednesday, 30th – 1-2pm. … View more
Wow - we have a really busy week with lots of free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and specialist legal advice for employment and immigration, plus our Tech clinic and CV Workshop.

1. Tech clinic – Geeks on Wheels - Wednesday, 30th – 1-2pm. 250 Colombo Street (Salvation Army centre) – Drop in clinic – 03 366 6490

2. Employment free legal clinic by Zoom - Wednesday, 30th from 5.45 pm - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

3. Justice of the peace – Thursday, 31st - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

4. Free legal clinics – Thursday, 31st – drop in clinic
- 1pm - 250 Colombo Street (Salvation Army centre) – 03 366 6490
- 6.15pm - 8 Goulding Ave (Hornby community centre) – 03 349 5236

5. Immigration legal advice – Thursday, 31st - 6.15pm - Hornby community centre - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

6. CV Workshop – Friday, 1st – 10am - Hornby community centre - Bookings essential email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

7. Justice of the peace – Monday, 4th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

8. Our CAB volunteers are at the Loft – Tuesday, 5th – 11am-2pm. Upstairs in Eastgate Mall in the Library. Drop in for a chat if you want to talk through a problem.

For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.

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490 days ago

Poll: Should The Southerner passenger rail service be reinstated?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Southerner passenger train will be resurrected if The Opportunities Party (TOP) wins a seat at the general election, its leader says.

TOP’s transport policy, released on Wednesday, pledges support for a five year trial of The Southerner, the passenger rail service between Christchurch and … View more
The Southerner passenger train will be resurrected if The Opportunities Party (TOP) wins a seat at the general election, its leader says.

TOP’s transport policy, released on Wednesday, pledges support for a five year trial of The Southerner, the passenger rail service between Christchurch and Invercargill which ended in 2002.

TOP leader and Ilam candidate Raf Manji said the trial would operate between Christchurch and Dunedin, stopping in towns like Timaru and Ashburton along the way.

Depending on demand, it could operate five to seven days a week and do two or three return journeys a day. TOP has estimated the cost at $100 million, based on the costings of the Hamilton to Auckland train service, Te Huia.

What do you think? Should the service be reinstated? Read reporter Sinead Gill's full story here (subscription required) and let us know what you think in the comments below.

Should The Southerner passenger rail service be reinstated?
  • 85.9% Yes
    85.9% Complete
  • 10.7% No
    10.7% Complete
  • 3.4% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments)
    3.4% Complete
609 votes
485 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Recovery from Feeling Depressed

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low? Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated … View more
Recovery from Feeling Depressed

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low? Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated from family, friends and loved ones? Find out how AEA members have used the Twelve Step programme to overcome the low feelings associated with addictive eating and go on to live joyful, positive lives.

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485 days ago

Free tech clinic

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Geeks on Wheels will be holding their free drop in clinic on Wednesday, 30th August – 1-2pm
- 250 Colombo Street (within the Salvation Army centre)

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487 days ago

Are You a Low or Standard User?

The Team from NZ Compare

Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change … View more
Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change based on how many people are living at your house, what appliances you have running and/or what is used to cook with and heat the home.

Make sure you're on the right plan, take a squizz at our handy guide.
Learn more now

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488 days ago

Cozy up with a coffee and your favourite magazine this winter

Mags4Gifts

Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best… View more
Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best sellers which include NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and The TV Guide. T&Cs apply.

The team at Mags4Gifts
Find out more

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488 days ago

Switch to Solar for free?

Andrea from Edgeware

I thought our amazing Hydroelectric was renewable and NZ owned. How often do we need to renew the solar panels? Are they made in China? Shouldn't we support hydroelectric? Solar is good if we have more quakes though.

488 days ago
489 days ago

Do you need help with writing your CV ?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Our CV workshop is on !
If you need help with your CV then come along. It helps create a good first impression with a potential new employer.

This FREE workshop is held by an experienced CV writer who can advise you on how to make your CV the best it can be and help you get that dream job.
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Our CV workshop is on !
If you need help with your CV then come along. It helps create a good first impression with a potential new employer.

This FREE workshop is held by an experienced CV writer who can advise you on how to make your CV the best it can be and help you get that dream job.
The next workshop is on the 1st September, from 10.00-11.30am, at Hornby community centre ( same building as the library )

To book your place email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

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489 days ago

Worried About Winter Bills?

The Team from NZ Compare

Final call for winter deals, neighbours!
Worried about facing those winter bills? No worries, our budget-friendly power and broadband plans have you covered. Stay cozy, stay connected, and stress less. Hurry, these offers won't last!

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519 days ago

Cook a Heart Healthy Meal Today!

Heart Foundation NZ

A heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep … View moreA heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep your heart healthy. Let's get cooking! #HeartHealthy #EatingWell

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489 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for peas?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for pea recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 27, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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490 days ago

More Kiwis eligible for insulation grants

EECA

Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat … View more
Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump. In August, the eligibility criteria were extended so over 50,000 more households are eligible for insulation grants.

And you may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Check your eligibility, or check for your whānau.
Find out more

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490 days ago

Plastic Plant pots

Karen from Richmond

When you purchase plants for spring planting, please may I have the plastic pots when you no longer need them? Specifically, I'm looking out in particular for these dimensions ... 16 x 16cm, 15 x 15cm, 14 x 13cm. I am very happy to collect them from you. Apologies for strange dimensions … View moreWhen you purchase plants for spring planting, please may I have the plastic pots when you no longer need them? Specifically, I'm looking out in particular for these dimensions ... 16 x 16cm, 15 x 15cm, 14 x 13cm. I am very happy to collect them from you. Apologies for strange dimensions earlier, slight concussion is my only excuse. 🤦‍♂️ 0278630160

Free

490 days ago

Nice Neighbour: Dave Murdoch - 'They don't come better!'

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time… View more
Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time they are emptied. He cleaned around our pool area after a storm recently as we were busy at work. He is always first to help others whenever he can whether they have an issue with their unit or a stranger having car trouble out on the street - They don’t come better!"

If you have a Nice Neighbour, don't keep it to yourself. You might win a $25 Prezzy® card each and a shoutout on Stuff. Go on, nominate them now!

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