Heathcote Valley, Christchurch

1584 days ago

Answers to your property price questions

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a … View moreHey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a live Q&A to help answer your property questions.

We had a huge response, so if you sent in a question or dropped in for the chat, thank you. If you missed it, you can still check out the recap, here.

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1585 days ago

Compact that garage mess...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ferrymead

Upcycle a pallet and old kitchen forks to help keep garden tools organised.

Make the most of this weekend with this step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this project yourself

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1586 days ago

The benefits of insulation

The team from EnergySmart - Christchurch

Insulating your home is one of the smartest moves you can make to save money and enjoy a more comfortable, healthy and energy efficient home.

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1586 days ago

Old School Sharpening

Peter from Hillsborough

Great news that Lyttelton Market is opening this Saturday.
Look forward to seeing you there .
At this point and time I will not be sharpening on site but if you bring your scissors/knives and gardening tools to Lyytelton I will bring them the following week or you are welcome collect from my home … View more
Great news that Lyttelton Market is opening this Saturday.
Look forward to seeing you there .
At this point and time I will not be sharpening on site but if you bring your scissors/knives and gardening tools to Lyytelton I will bring them the following week or you are welcome collect from my home in Hillsborough.

1588 days ago

New World Redcliffs lays off half its staff

Sara from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

Today, half of the staff at New World in Redcliffs were made redundant! These are the same people who ensured our safety and ensured stocked shelves at levels 4 and 3.
Foodstuffs plans to change Redcliffs' New World supermarket into a Four Square, reduce the number of checkouts, and increase… View more
Today, half of the staff at New World in Redcliffs were made redundant! These are the same people who ensured our safety and ensured stocked shelves at levels 4 and 3.
Foodstuffs plans to change Redcliffs' New World supermarket into a Four Square, reduce the number of checkouts, and increase the beer and wine section.
Not ok!

1587 days ago

New World Redcliffs makes 19 redundant staff as it rebrands to Four Square

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Nineteen staff at Christchurch's Redcliffs New World have lost their jobs as the store prepares to rebrand to a Four Square.

The change is scheduled for June 15, when staffing levels will drop from 29 full-time and 19 part-time roles to 17 full-time and 12 part-time roles.

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1587 days ago

Crazy travel deals for Kiwis

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you've ever wanted to travel NZ, now is the time. These deals are incredible value.

1587 days ago

Harnessing tech to improve learning outcomes

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

By harnessing online learning to blend tech features with traditional teaching methods, students’ progress can be easily tracked and feedback can be given instantly. Read on to learn how an encouraging environment established within NumberWorks’nWords centres has been perfected and can be … View moreBy harnessing online learning to blend tech features with traditional teaching methods, students’ progress can be easily tracked and feedback can be given instantly. Read on to learn how an encouraging environment established within NumberWorks’nWords centres has been perfected and can be applied to students’ daily learning, so that when they finish their studies, they are more motivated than ever.

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1587 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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1588 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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1588 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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1588 days ago

Need marketing for your business. We can help.

Alt Marketing from Alt Marketing

We're a Christchurch based marketing agency offering graphic design, branding, website design, video production, product sourcing and digital & social marketing services. We move fast, have cost effective options and produce tangible results. Let us help your business, contact us today.

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1588 days ago

Poll: Should you take your shoes off at the front door?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along … View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with toilet paper over or under? cutlery up or down in the dishwasher? top sheet or no top sheet?, to name a few. Read more about the arguments for each and see how many people agree with you, here.

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Should you take your shoes off at the front door?
  • 50.6% Yes
    50.6% Complete
  • 6.8% No
    6.8% Complete
  • 42.6% Only in other people's homes if they ask
    42.6% Complete
399 votes
1588 days ago

A Marlborough Sounds getaway? Yes please.

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

How many of you have heard of Arapawa Island? If you've got 10 friends or family (remember those social distancing rules), it's only $35 a night for this island escape.

1589 days ago

Reverse Equity Mortgage gives you options.

SBS Bank

Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the … View more
Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the flexible loan means regular payments aren’t required and you can repay all or some of the loan at any time.

For more details visit our website, contact your local SBS branch or call 0800 727 2265.

Eligibility Criteria, Terms and Conditions, and fees apply.
Find out more

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