Halswell, Christchurch

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

Clean outdoors without scrubbing. Just spray on Resene Deep Clean and leave it to work with the weather to give you a cleaner surface.

2781 days ago

Honda Accord Euro 2016 11,000km

Terry from Westmorland

This is your chance to get a car in showroom condition at a great price.
We have purchased a new Honda and are interested in selling our Accord privately. The car is in showroom condition  and includes a tow bar which we have only used for carrying bikes. We are non-smokers and have no pets. ph … View more
This is your chance to get a car in showroom condition at a great price.
We have purchased a new Honda and are interested in selling our Accord privately. The car is in showroom condition  and includes a tow bar which we have only used for carrying bikes. We are non-smokers and have no pets. ph 027 4729180 . TradeMe id=1263995223.

Price: $34,995

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2780 days ago

Have your say on school uniforms...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to … View moreNeighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to know: do you think they're a good idea? How do you feel about the price of school uniforms? Would a swap or sell section for school uniforms on Neighbourly be useful to you? Share your thoughts below!

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2782 days ago

Metro customer update - 3.30pm Friday 17 Feb

Claire Nicholls from Metroinfo

Afternoon Metro customers we are happy to report that the 145 Westmorland - Eastgate route has been able to return to its normal route as roads have reopened. The Blue Line is still affected by road closures and all trips will continue to end at Princess Margaret Hospital until further notice.

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Afternoon Metro customers we are happy to report that the 145 Westmorland - Eastgate route has been able to return to its normal route as roads have reopened. The Blue Line is still affected by road closures and all trips will continue to end at Princess Margaret Hospital until further notice.

Our Real Time Information systems are also back up and running however the network remains fragile and if we do loose them again over the weekend please refer to the timetables for when your bus or ferry will arrive.

Metro would like to thank our customers for your patience over the last few days and hopes all customers remain safe over the weekend.

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2785 days ago

Cracroft Pippns!

Tegan from Cashmere

Hi Everyone, We have a GirlGuiding Program specifically aimed 5 - 6 year olds opening here in the Cracroft Guiding Center. This is such a fun activity for girls to get involved and build confidence and independence. They meet on a Wednesday 4:45 - 5:45pm.

If your interested you can contact me on… View more
Hi Everyone, We have a GirlGuiding Program specifically aimed 5 - 6 year olds opening here in the Cracroft Guiding Center. This is such a fun activity for girls to get involved and build confidence and independence. They meet on a Wednesday 4:45 - 5:45pm.

If your interested you can contact me on sophie.dennan@girlguidingnz.org.nz and I can give you a bit more info on when we meet :)

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2782 days ago

Coming together in a Place to Remember on February 22

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

First responders, a representative of those injured in the earthquakes and a talented young local musician will play key roles in next week’s Dedication of the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial and Civic Commemorative event marking the sixth anniversary of the deadly quake.

The event … View more
First responders, a representative of those injured in the earthquakes and a talented young local musician will play key roles in next week’s Dedication of the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial and Civic Commemorative event marking the sixth anniversary of the deadly quake.

The event starts at 12 noon on February 22, at the Memorial site on the Ōtākaro/Avon River, in the area bordered by the Montreal Street Bridge, Durham Street, and Cambridge and Oxford Terraces.

The Memorial will be a place for people to reflect on the devastating earthquakes that changed Canterbury and its communities forever, honouring those who lost their lives on 22 February 2011, and acknowledging those who were seriously injured and everyone who helped in the rescue and recovery operation.

The Order of Service summary for the event released today includes:

- The names of the 185 people who died in the February 22 2011 Earthquake to be read in an order reflecting their arrangement on the Memorial Wall – an arrangement guided by the wishes of their bereaved families;

- Representatives from First Responder groups who assisted in the rescue and recovery unveiling the Words of Acknowledgement on the Memorial Wall;

- Bev Edwards, representing people psychologically and physically injured in the earthquakes, reading the Dedication of the Earthquake Memorial;

- And moving musical performances by young Lyttelton musician Marlon Williams and lone piper Tom Glover.

Families from around the world who lost loved ones on this day six years ago, and those who were seriously injured will join local and national dignitaries and first responders as invited guests, along with dignitaries from countries which lost people in the quake, and those that sent rescue and recovery teams to help in the days and weeks following the devastating earthquake. Many of these first responder groups and dignitaries will also lay wreaths at the service.

Two large areas with screens have been reserved for the public, and the event will be live streamed to enable people throughout New Zealand to share in remembering and reflecting, and acknowledge the help and support that was received.

Ōtākaro Limited, Christchurch City Council, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and the Ministry of Culture and Heritage have worked together to deliver the Memorial.

A Facebook page www.facebook.com... has information and updates on the Memorial, and people are encouraged to share their stories of the earthquakes and give thanks to those that helped out at www.quakestories.co.nz...

The event will be livestreamed at www.canterburyearthquakememorial.co.nz...

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2788 days ago
2782 days ago

Lantern Festival will go ahead

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Great news!

The Christchurch Lantern Festival will still go ahead as planned this weekend however there will be NO Fireworks as previously advertised.

Council event staff have been in contact with Police and St John and they are supportive of this event still proceeding.

Saturday and … View more
Great news!

The Christchurch Lantern Festival will still go ahead as planned this weekend however there will be NO Fireworks as previously advertised.

Council event staff have been in contact with Police and St John and they are supportive of this event still proceeding.

Saturday and Sunday Feb 18-19
5pm - 10.30pm
North Hagley Park

The Lantern Festival has been part of the Chinese New Year celebrations since the Han Dynasty (206BC - 221AD).

Usually held on the 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar, it marks the end of New Year festivities.

Parking
Wilson Parking and the Council have teamed up to offer cheap parking for this event. Select Wilson car parks within the central city will offer flat-rate car parking of $3 between 3pm - midnight on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February.
The locations are:

118 Victoria St - 40 parks
374 Montreal St - 60 parks
55 Kilmore St - 30 parks
66-68 Kilmore St - 80 parks
76 Armagh St - 60 parks
109 Cambridge Tce - 30 parks
605 Colombo St - 35 parks
74 Worcester Blvd (Old Clarendon Tower site) - 60 parks

Other parking options include central city Council car parks and on street parking (various charges may apply), parking is not permitted on the grassed area of Cranmer Square.

There will be no public car parking available on Hagley Park.The Botanic Gardens Armagh Street car park will be closed to incoming traffic from 3pm on both days, with the exception of mobility card holders.

Drop-off zones will be located on Park terrace (between Armagh and Kilmore Streets) and Harper Ave.

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2782 days ago

RECYCLING MAN BEAT THE CLOCK

Matthew from Spreydon

RECYCLING MAN BEAT THE CLOCK
I want 40 Cans of Pam's bake beans for the 20 Litres Exterior United Paint Yellow Water Based Paint
will be Auction Sometime in February.
The first person who text or phone me for the
RECYCLING MAN PAM'S BAKE BEAN'S CHARITY AUCTION
More items to be … View more
RECYCLING MAN BEAT THE CLOCK
I want 40 Cans of Pam's bake beans for the 20 Litres Exterior United Paint Yellow Water Based Paint
will be Auction Sometime in February.
The first person who text or phone me for the
RECYCLING MAN PAM'S BAKE BEAN'S CHARITY AUCTION
More items to be Auction in February
WITH THE PAM'S CHARITY AUCTION WE ONLY ACCEPT Pam's
Bake Bean and Spaghetti, no other cans please.
FOOD BANKS WE ARE DONATING TO
Ellesmere Food Bank
Delta Community Support Trust
Catholic Social Services.
Salvation Army in Christchurch.
Christchurch City Mission.
Phone MATT 02108439932

2782 days ago

HOUSE AND GARAGE CLEAN OUT

Matthew from Spreydon

House and Garage Clean out, Pick up for Free.
For more detail Phone Matt 02108439932

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2782 days ago

RECYCLING MAN PAM'S BAKE BEANS CHARITY AUCTION

Matthew from Spreydon

RECYCLING MAN PAM'S BAKE BEANS CHARITY AUCTION
THANKS TO JOHN JONES STEEL FOR ALL THE UNITED PAINT.
More items to be Auction in February
FOOD BANKS WE ARE DONATING TO
Ellesmere Food Bank
Delta Community Support Trust
Catholic Social Services.
Salvation Army in Christchurch.
View more
RECYCLING MAN PAM'S BAKE BEANS CHARITY AUCTION
THANKS TO JOHN JONES STEEL FOR ALL THE UNITED PAINT.
More items to be Auction in February
FOOD BANKS WE ARE DONATING TO
Ellesmere Food Bank
Delta Community Support Trust
Catholic Social Services.
Salvation Army in Christchurch.
Christchurch City Mission.
PHONE MATT 02108439932

2782 days ago

RECYCLING MAN PAINT

Matthew from Spreydon

RECYCLING MAN PAINT
THANKS TO JOHN JONES STEEL FOR ALL THE UNITED PAINT.
All the United Paint is Exterior water Based Paint.
The Colours are on top of the lids
Available at
CHARITY FOR CHRISTCHURCH
OPEN FROM 9am to 3pm
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
30 Charles Upham ave Hillmorton
ph … View more
RECYCLING MAN PAINT
THANKS TO JOHN JONES STEEL FOR ALL THE UNITED PAINT.
All the United Paint is Exterior water Based Paint.
The Colours are on top of the lids
Available at
CHARITY FOR CHRISTCHURCH
OPEN FROM 9am to 3pm
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
30 Charles Upham ave Hillmorton
ph 02108439932
FOOD BANKS WE ARE DONATING TO
Ellesmere Food Bank
Delta Community Support Trust
Catholic Social Services.
Salvation Army in Christchurch.
Christchurch City Mission.

2782 days ago

Latest update from Civil Defence this morning

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Update on Port Hills fires -6.25am.

Slightly cooler weather conditions and higher humidity with some light rain having fallen early this morning is welcome relief for emergency services fighting the Port Hills fire in Christchurch..
It has been a quiet night with a few minor flare ups … View more
Update on Port Hills fires -6.25am.

Slightly cooler weather conditions and higher humidity with some light rain having fallen early this morning is welcome relief for emergency services fighting the Port Hills fire in Christchurch..
It has been a quiet night with a few minor flare ups contained by fire crews. Thermal imaging is being used to identify hot spots.
There is a lot of work to do to clean up the whole fire area and this will go on for several days.
Te Hapua Welfare Centre remains open with a small amount of people staying there. Nga Hau E Wha Marae and the Selwyn welfare centre have been closed.
Police cordons are still in place and these areas are still considered dangerous. The situation is being constantly reassessed and we will provide further information as soon as it is available.
Fifteen crew from the United States Coast Guard heavy icebreaker USCGC Polar Star are assisting police and the New Zealand Defence Force in the evacuated areas.
A Defence Force Hercules is expected to arrive in Christchurch from Australia today with fire retardant.
Road closure information:
· Cashmere Rd is closed between Hendersons Road and Kaiwara Street.
· Penruddock Rise is also closed at Cashmere Road
· Worsleys Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Hoon Hay Valley Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Kennedys Bush Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Sutherland Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Worsleys Track from Worlseys Road is closed
· Dyers Pass Road is closed between Hackthorne Road to Governors Bay Road. Use the Lyttelton Tunnel or Gebbies Pass as the alternate route.
· Summit Road is closed between Gebbies Pass and Rapaki Track
· Old Tai Tapu Road is closed between Osterholts Road and Early Valley Road.
· Early Valley Road is closed at Old Tai Tapu Road

2783 days ago

Christchurch Metro customer update - Thurs 16 Feb

Claire Nicholls from Metroinfo

Our situation with our Real Time Information disruptions and detours on the Blue Line and 145 Eastgate - Westmorland remain the same this afternoon. We are not expecting any change to those detours overnight unless emergency authorities lift road closures. Detailed information is below. We thank … View moreOur situation with our Real Time Information disruptions and detours on the Blue Line and 145 Eastgate - Westmorland remain the same this afternoon. We are not expecting any change to those detours overnight unless emergency authorities lift road closures. Detailed information is below. We thank all our customers for your patience and understanding during this time.

Our Real Time Information systems continue to be affected by the fire and a number of buses are unable to be tracked. This means some buses will not show in our "next bus" online tools and most bus finders displaying the ETA's of buses on street will not work. It is likely that our systems will be affected for a number of days and we ask that if your bus does not appear on "next bus" tools that you use the bus timetables instead. Metro thank all fire fighters for their hard work and dedication to keeping our communities safe.​

As of Thursday 16 February two bus services are affected by the fire, they are;
- Blue Line - all trips will end at Princess Margaret Hospital, no trips will travel to Cashmere Hill
- 145 Westmorland - Eastgate - all trips will end and start their trips on Rose St until further notice.

2783 days ago

Great effort by Christchurch individuals and businesses

Yvette from Cashmere

Providing sustenance & messages of thanks to the Fire Fighters

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2783 days ago

Straight to the heart of it.

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Nice wee piece here from a former colleague and bloody good writer. Simple, eloquent, and very honest. A snapshot of our days. Kudos Sean.

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