Edgeware, Christchurch

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

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633 days ago

Washing Machine

Gary from Avonside - Dallington

Fisher and Paykel 5.5kg top load Quicksmart in good going order(used it this morning).$150 and can deliver within ChCh.Email or ph 0212990569 Gary.

Price: $150

633 days ago

Subscribe & receive a free 250g box of Guylian chocolates.

Mags4gifts

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, subscribe to NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, or TV Guide online at Mags4Gifts and receive an iconic box of Guylian Belgian seashells.

Simply enter the promo code ‘VALENTINES’ at the checkout to redeem this great offer. Valid until 11:59pm 14 February … View more
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, subscribe to NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, or TV Guide online at Mags4Gifts and receive an iconic box of Guylian Belgian seashells.

Simply enter the promo code ‘VALENTINES’ at the checkout to redeem this great offer. Valid until 11:59pm 14 February 2023, white stocks last. For full terms and conditions click here.

The team at Mags4Gifts.
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643 days ago

Are you past landing a job at 55? The reality of ageism despite labour shortages

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

From reporter Amanda Cropp:

For older job-seekers like Christine Black, the low unemployment rate has improved her odds of getting an interview.

The 61-year-old accountant recently got shortlisted for a call centre job, an improvement on five years ago when she applied for the same position … View more
From reporter Amanda Cropp:

For older job-seekers like Christine Black, the low unemployment rate has improved her odds of getting an interview.

The 61-year-old accountant recently got shortlisted for a call centre job, an improvement on five years ago when she applied for the same position and didn’t get a look in.

Being asked if you have any health issues or told you are over-qualified, (which she was for the call centre position), can be shorthand for “you’re too old,” and Black says ageism is still a problem.

“Somebody said to me ‘your life experience exceeds our expectations’ ... I know a lot of under-employed women between 50 and 65.”

A third of the workforce is over the age of 55, and the proportion working past retirement age has risen steadily.

In 2008, 15% of those aged 65-plus were employed, compared with just over 25% in 2022.

According to Stats NZ forecasts, by 2043 the labour force will have up to 386,000 people aged 65-plus, almost double the number in 2020.

The Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, and unless it is a genuine qualification for a job – such as bar work – it can be unlawful for an employer to ask your age in a job interview.

Read the full story here.

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635 days ago

Casual/ part time work

Bruce from Edgeware

I am a ex truckie looking for casual/ part time work, I have all classes up to five. Message me or text on 0221713116

636 days ago

Making a plan could save your life…

The Hello Project

All too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan … View moreAll too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan and talk through what warning signs to look out for should something be wrong. It could just save your life.

For more information, and tips to help you make a plan go to thehelloproject.nz
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637 days ago

Want something to listen to this weekend?

Stuff

Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a … View more
Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a psycho-social expert in disaster and disruption. In this short podcast interview, Jolie shares her expert advice on what you, or the people you want to support, may need right now.

Whether you're currently involved, or you want to help others, it's worth a quick listen!
Listen now

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638 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
638 days ago

Red Cross Manchester Street

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

Kids are back to school !!!! So lets go Shopping!!!

This week we have some lovely furniture as can be seen in the pics. An awesome leather couch at only $150.00. Or a nice deep brown 2 piece at $180.00. More to see but you’ll have to come in and see us.

Wow look at those Lamp Shades - … View more
Kids are back to school !!!! So lets go Shopping!!!

This week we have some lovely furniture as can be seen in the pics. An awesome leather couch at only $150.00. Or a nice deep brown 2 piece at $180.00. More to see but you’ll have to come in and see us.

Wow look at those Lamp Shades - $80 each or $150.00 for the 2.

Anyone getting married?? We have these great table pieces where you can have a little tea lite in each only $2.00 each. We have about 70 of these so get in quick.

There is some lovely art pieces with more to come, fresh affordable clothing out everyday and of course the famous $2.00 rack consistently replenished.

So come on down to 334 Manchester Street. Relax, chat and shop shop shop.

Open 7 Days
Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Sat - Sun 10am - 3pm

638 days ago

Three tier planter, large

Bruce from Edgeware

For measurements message me or text 0221713116

Price: $130

638 days ago

Two wooden planters / removable seat

Bruce from Edgeware

490x490x280 in depth/ one single seat ( can do a double seat if required) very solid units

Price: $130

641 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
640 days ago

Are you looking for a fun volunteer opportunity?

Jo Hayes from GrandFriends NZ - West Coast | Canterbury Region

GrandFriends are searching for a new Regional Community Coordinator to cover our Canterbury members. Do you have 2/3 hours a week to spare to help us connect families across the region?

See the link below for our ad on Seek.

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641 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

Diana Isaac Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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642 days ago

Plastic plant pots

Karen from Richmond

Do you have an annoying stack of plastic plant pots in you shed or garage? Preferably 1 or 2 litre sizes. Would you rather that they were reused instead of thrown into landfill? May I please have them? I would be most grateful and am happy to pick them up from by your letterbox.

Free

645 days ago

Whareora Opportunity Shop

Jane Hill from Whareora Community House - Barrington

Have you been to the Whareora Opportunity Shop yet? We have a great range of affordable Clothing and Accessories. This Saturday, all our Jeans and Baby Clothes are on Sale - $2 each! The Shop is open Monday to Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm. Look for the Blue House at 8 Athelstan Street, opposite … View moreHave you been to the Whareora Opportunity Shop yet? We have a great range of affordable Clothing and Accessories. This Saturday, all our Jeans and Baby Clothes are on Sale - $2 each! The Shop is open Monday to Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm. Look for the Blue House at 8 Athelstan Street, opposite Barrington Mall and close to the Medical Centre.

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