Halswell, Christchurch

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1031 days ago

Tell us your Canterbury favourites

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

As part of a summer series, we are planning on running some top 10 lists for the best foods/places/activities in Christchurch/Canterbury.

Examples could be best summer foods in the region (ice cream, fruit etc), best wineries to visit, activities to try (adventure park, swim spots etc) or anything… View more
As part of a summer series, we are planning on running some top 10 lists for the best foods/places/activities in Christchurch/Canterbury.

Examples could be best summer foods in the region (ice cream, fruit etc), best wineries to visit, activities to try (adventure park, swim spots etc) or anything else that you enjoy to do in our backyard.

Please leave submissions of your favourite summer foods/places/activities and where to find them below in the comments, or by emailing reporters@press.co.nz

1025 days ago

Why it’s important to choose an executor for your will.

Public Trust

When it comes to choosing an executor for your will, it's vital that you choose someone who will protect your legacy. A person you trust to fulfil your final wishes set out in your will. Scott Errington, Principal Trustee at our Timaru Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently on … View moreWhen it comes to choosing an executor for your will, it's vital that you choose someone who will protect your legacy. A person you trust to fulfil your final wishes set out in your will. Scott Errington, Principal Trustee at our Timaru Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently on the importance of an executor for your will.
Check out the article in the link below.

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1025 days ago

Rolleston Repair Cafe - Free

Lincoln Envirotown Coordinator from Lincoln Envirotown

Repair Cafe
Saturday 4 December, 10am-1pm
Rolleston Community Centre
FREE

People will be on hand to assist with repairing an assortment of household items and machinery. So keep those ageing or broken items in order to give them a new lease of life!

We are planning to provide repairs for the … View more
Repair Cafe
Saturday 4 December, 10am-1pm
Rolleston Community Centre
FREE

People will be on hand to assist with repairing an assortment of household items and machinery. So keep those ageing or broken items in order to give them a new lease of life!

We are planning to provide repairs for the following:
Bikes by Fix ur Ride.

Electrical & Electronics including Computers, and
Household Appliances by Ecotech Services.

Clothing by two volunteer seamstress,

General repairs.

You do not need to register for this free event, just come along with your faulty items on the day. Last time this event was run, repairs of household appliances, clothes, and toys were made; along with no fewer than 8 bicycles coming out of garages and finding their way back to roadworthiness.


This event will take place with the following rules:
Vaccine Pass required for entry.
Masks must be worn at the Rolleston Community Centre, please scan in.
We ask you to remember to keep your distance from those not in your bubble.

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1025 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Is Addictive Eaters Anonymous for you?

Only you can decide whether or not Addictive Eaters Anonymous is for you. For many of us, accepting that we were addictive eaters is the best thing we have ever done; it was our first step on the road to recovery. Take a look at the following fifteen … View more
Is Addictive Eaters Anonymous for you?

Only you can decide whether or not Addictive Eaters Anonymous is for you. For many of us, accepting that we were addictive eaters is the best thing we have ever done; it was our first step on the road to recovery. Take a look at the following fifteen questions below. Approach them honestly and with an open mind.

Fifteen Questions to ask yourself

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1025 days ago

Dust off that camera...

The Team from Stuff

Calling all avid photographers! Our annual Summer Snap competition has kicked off.

We’ve teamed up with Canon for another year to give away six EOS Canon cameras, valued up to $2,699, to the most deserving amateur photographers.

Snap your summer between now and 31 January, choose one of … View more
Calling all avid photographers! Our annual Summer Snap competition has kicked off.

We’ve teamed up with Canon for another year to give away six EOS Canon cameras, valued up to $2,699, to the most deserving amateur photographers.

Snap your summer between now and 31 January, choose one of our six categories and head online to stuff.co.nz/summersnap to enter!

Our categories are:
- Great Outdoors
- People and Communities
- Kiwi Summer
- Thrill and Adventure
- Urban Life
- Bach and Backyard

Show us what your neighbourhood (and beyond) has to offer and and you could be taking your next photos with your very own Canon EOS.
ENTER NOW

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1027 days ago

PAPANUI STORE NOW OPEN 🎉

The Team from

Have you visited our new Papanui SPCA Op Shop yet since it opened this week?

Our new store located at 30 Main North Road, Papanui in Christchurch is now open, so bring along your items and treat yourself to some great finds all while helping animals in need 👗🐶

For opening hours and contact … View more
Have you visited our new Papanui SPCA Op Shop yet since it opened this week?

Our new store located at 30 Main North Road, Papanui in Christchurch is now open, so bring along your items and treat yourself to some great finds all while helping animals in need 👗🐶

For opening hours and contact information, please visit: www.spca.nz...

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1027 days ago

Nearly 120 years later, TG Macarthy continues to help those in need

Public Trust

Since its inception in 1912, and with the support of our Charities team TG Macarthy Trust continues to help New Zealand communities by awarding grants to not-for-profit organisations. Read about what the trust is getting up to, almost 120 years after it was established.

1027 days ago

How much light does your houseplant need?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

If you've ever struggled with this question, houseplant collector Moira West (400 indoor plants and growing!) has the answers.

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1027 days ago

Heading to the bach this summer?

Climate Insights

Summer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.

With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three … View more
Summer is nearly here and for many folks it is time to head to the beach. Whether you have your own batch or rent one it can be interesting to know about sea level rise, risk posed by storms, and of course tsunami.

With the Climate Insights property report you can get information on all three ocean-related events. With easy to read graphs and insights for reducing your family's and a property's risk it is an essential part of your coastal awareness toolkit.
Download your Property Climate Report

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1028 days ago

Unique gift for Christmas? Sorted.

Soraya from Hornby

Evening everyone,
Just a heads up my last product drop is live for the year, you can view all products available at www.studio... with free delivery locally within 5km or pickup options available.

1028 days ago

Picked in the morning, on your plate for lunch

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, … View more
Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, silverbeet, leek, mint and herbs. Yummy!

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1029 days ago

FOR SALE: Jamis bike

AJ from Rolleston

Good condition Jamis Explorer 2.0 hybrid bike (cross between a road bike and a mountain bike). Comfortable upright riding position, suitable for both on-road and light off-road use. I recently purchased this bike secondhand for my Dad but unfortunately it's a bit too small for him! Hence why … View moreGood condition Jamis Explorer 2.0 hybrid bike (cross between a road bike and a mountain bike). Comfortable upright riding position, suitable for both on-road and light off-road use. I recently purchased this bike secondhand for my Dad but unfortunately it's a bit too small for him! Hence why I'm now selling it on.
✓ 18" frame
✓ new tyres
✓ 26" wheels
✓ 21 speed
✓ wide spring suspension seat
✓ kick stand
✓ free helmet

Price: $100

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1029 days ago

dresser for sale

Lynda from Halswell

Queen Ann dresser would look good in a bedroom or lounge.
Painted in a cream and decoupaged napkins on the drawers. Stencil detail on the sides. Waxed for extra protection and a nourishing furniture butter on the drawer insides.
H - 75 CM

W - 103 CM

D- 63 CM

Pick up Halswell Heavy two person big… View more
Queen Ann dresser would look good in a bedroom or lounge.
Painted in a cream and decoupaged napkins on the drawers. Stencil detail on the sides. Waxed for extra protection and a nourishing furniture butter on the drawer insides.
H - 75 CM

W - 103 CM

D- 63 CM

Pick up Halswell Heavy two person big up please

$220

Price: $220

1029 days ago

Greater Hornby Residents Meeting today - Sunday 28 November at 2pm in the Hornby Rugby Clubrooms in Denton Park

Marco from Hornby

You are invited !! We want to hear from you, your views or you can simply listen it.

Today - Sunday 28 November is the last monthly meeting of the year as we plan for 2022 and what events and advocacy you want us to take up in 2022 for our Greater Hornby Community. 2pm in the Hornby Rugby … View more
You are invited !! We want to hear from you, your views or you can simply listen it.

Today - Sunday 28 November is the last monthly meeting of the year as we plan for 2022 and what events and advocacy you want us to take up in 2022 for our Greater Hornby Community. 2pm in the Hornby Rugby Clubrooms at Denton Park.

Megan Woods our local MP will also be present to answer any questions you may have and we will get an update from the Wigram Lions on their work in the community.

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1030 days ago

Found Pioneer Remote

Rodney from Spreydon

Found Domain Terrace Cycle way 3pm 27/11/21.

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