Fendalton, Christchurch

2560 days ago

International Day of the Older Persons 2017 is on Sunday!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and … View more
International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.

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2560 days ago

Myrtle rust?

Chai from Riccarton

Hi found this on my cherry blossoms tree, wondering if they are myrtle rust?
If not,then what it is?
Any advice how can I treat it?
Cheers!

2561 days ago

Community Newsletter - 22 September 2017

Shirish Paranjape from

Please find here another issue of community newsletter. This features Burnside Park Fitness Trail opening, Breeze Walking Festival, information about Hazard App and more....

Community Newsletter 22 September.pdf Download View

2564 days ago

Cleaner

Brad from Burnside

Hello we are looking for a cleaner for our house can anyone reccomend anyone we are in Burnside
Thanks

Free

2562 days ago

Tsunami siren testing

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Reminder, it’s a test! Tsunami sirens are being tested this Sunday 24 September at 11am.

This is a good time to check if you are in a tsunami zone.
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2563 days ago

Small chest freezer

Karyn from St Albans

Can someone help us please. First grandchild born 14 weeks prem and parents need small chest freezer to store breast milk in. Because mother is English cannot be used for other prems. Something to do with mad cows disease. Does anyone please have a working one cheap. Baby now 10 weeks old but … View moreCan someone help us please. First grandchild born 14 weeks prem and parents need small chest freezer to store breast milk in. Because mother is English cannot be used for other prems. Something to do with mad cows disease. Does anyone please have a working one cheap. Baby now 10 weeks old but still touch and go.

2564 days ago

Greyskills are back!

Gus from St Albans

We are a group of retired tradespeople at your service. Currently we are promoting our small team of painters both interior and exterior who also do wallpapering and plastering. If you have a job for one of our skilled painters, plasterers or interior decorators - we offer a special discount rate … View moreWe are a group of retired tradespeople at your service. Currently we are promoting our small team of painters both interior and exterior who also do wallpapering and plastering. If you have a job for one of our skilled painters, plasterers or interior decorators - we offer a special discount rate for pensioners and retired over 65's please give Ken a call for a free quote.

2563 days ago

Tsunami Siren testing

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

This Sunday the clocks are going forward an hour. This means it's time to test tsunami sirens in Christchurch along the coast from Brooklands to Taylor's Mistake. Tsunami sirens will sound at 11am Sunday 24 September for approximately three minutes.
Remember, this is a test - no need to … View more
This Sunday the clocks are going forward an hour. This means it's time to test tsunami sirens in Christchurch along the coast from Brooklands to Taylor's Mistake. Tsunami sirens will sound at 11am Sunday 24 September for approximately three minutes.
Remember, this is a test - no need to evacuate!
Want to know more about tsunamis? Visit: ccc.govt.nz...

2564 days ago

Age Concern Dignity Champions

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.

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2564 days ago

OPEN MEETING. EVERYONE INVITED

John Marks from Civic Toastmasters Club

Civic Toastmasters Club is hosting an open house meeting to invite anyone remotely interested in finding out a little more about Toastmasters to attend. Come and join us at our meeting and see. Lots of free parking outside our venue and a warm welcome and a cuppa inside.

2565 days ago

The hours are on us!

Student Job Search

ENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – … View moreENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – Student Job Search has you covered. We’ll be picking THREE lucky winners so enter now! It’s free to list a job with SJS and we make sure to find the perfect student for your job. Enter HERE and find out for yourself! Enter now

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2566 days ago

Epson TX100 Printer / Scanner

Anne from Burnside

To give away ..... this printer scanner. Sadly the paper gets stuck when printing but I'm sure it could be easily fixed. It has the Instillation CD with it.

Free

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2565 days ago

Healthy Cooking = Healthy Eating. Cheaper Cooking = Balanced Budget

Raewyn from Ilam

Struggling a bit with cooking well on not many $$$? Need a bit of help with your cooking skills? Join us on 4 X Thursday mornings 9.30 - 12.30pm: October 18 & 26th, November 2 & 9th. We cover using beef mince, chicken, eggs and include some miscellaneous dishes such as macaroni cheese and … View moreStruggling a bit with cooking well on not many $$$? Need a bit of help with your cooking skills? Join us on 4 X Thursday mornings 9.30 - 12.30pm: October 18 & 26th, November 2 & 9th. We cover using beef mince, chicken, eggs and include some miscellaneous dishes such as macaroni cheese and soup. Must register - contact Raewyn 03 375 0850 / 027 629 6668. At Northcity Church Building, 95a Sawyers Arms Rd, Papanui. $7.00 per session -take some food home as well. Two tutors. You do the cooking - hands-on. Fun and friendly environment.

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2566 days ago

Here are our top five nature places in Christchurch.

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

The days are getting longer, which is great for getting outside and enjoying spring!
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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