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2577 days ago

wool for sale

Karen from Linwood

Lots of wool for sale whole balls and part balls I won't use it.

Price: $100

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2577 days ago

Will fibre broadband slow down when we are all on our devices at the same time?

Lisa Heatley from Enable Fibre Broadband

The great news is that even with the online gamers, the streamers who binge-watch series or the flatmate who seems to always be video calling overseas, Enable fibre broadband can keep up - even with multiple devices connected at the same time. This means you can watch, listen, play, post, work and … View moreThe great news is that even with the online gamers, the streamers who binge-watch series or the flatmate who seems to always be video calling overseas, Enable fibre broadband can keep up - even with multiple devices connected at the same time. This means you can watch, listen, play, post, work and chat all at the same time without any impact on your service.

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2577 days ago

ECAN - Deadline 31st October consent for low emission woodburners

Emma from Opawa - Saint Martins

Am I the last to know? Anyway FYI if you didn't either!!
If you are having to replace your woodburner eg its over 15 years.. you still need consent.
"...If you get your building consent lodged before 31 October 2017, you will be able to choose between a low emission wood burner and an … View more
Am I the last to know? Anyway FYI if you didn't either!!
If you are having to replace your woodburner eg its over 15 years.. you still need consent.
"...If you get your building consent lodged before 31 October 2017, you will be able to choose between a low emission wood burner and an ultra-low emission wood burner. ..."
"..... If you miss this deadline you can only install an ultra-low emission wood burner". *The ultra low are more expensive. And you have the consent fee.
www.warmercheaper.co.nz...
CCC consent fee
"Solid or liquid fuel heaters (per single household unit).
The fixed fee includes processing, one inspection and a code compliance certificate.
Additional fees may apply if requests for further information or additional inspections are required.
Consent type Fee
Solid or liquid fuel heaters $390

Solid/Liquid Fuel Heater: change location or make and/or model $280
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www.ccc.govt.nz...

2577 days ago

Improving the law for dividing property when relationships end - Have your say

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Links have been added for: This page, review page, public consultation page, Christchurch event page

When should the law treat two people as a couple? What property should they share if they break up and what property should only belong to one of them?

New Zealand has changed a lot in the … View more
Links have been added for: This page, review page, public consultation page, Christchurch event page

When should the law treat two people as a couple? What property should they share if they break up and what property should only belong to one of them?

New Zealand has changed a lot in the last forty years, including how relationships and families are formed, how they function and what happens when relationships end.

The Law Commission is reviewing the 40-year-old Property (Relationships) Act 1976, which sets the rules for how to divide a couple’s property at the end of a relationship, and they want to hear your views.

The Law Commission has developed a paper, Dividing Relationship Property: Time for Change? - Te mātaatoha rawa tokorau – Kua eke te wā? This paper asks New Zealanders how the law could be better. You can view the Issues Paper and summary document, and access online consultation platform, from 16 October on this website.

A series of public meetings is being held around the country. Members of the Law Commission will be available to answer your questions and hear your feedback on the Issues Paper.

Some of the questions the Commission is asking are:
Does the law apply to the right relationships?
Is the right property being shared?
What should happen when trusts are used to hold property?
What should happen if one person is financially worse-off after their relationship ends?
Is tikanga Māori recognised?
How should the law meet the interests of children?
How can the law be inexpensive, simple and speedy while still being just?
Should the same law that applies when a couple separates also apply when one partner dies?

2578 days ago

Announcing Resene Colour your Community! *WIN*

Resene

Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Apply for paint!

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2578 days ago

10 reasons to come to the NZ Bike Expo this Weekend!

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

The NZ Bike Expo brings ‘everything to do with the bicycle’ in a 2-day consumer show for everyone in Christchurch on this weekend (28-29 Oct). Here are 10 reasons to come:
1. There’s something for everyone including kids whether you’re a road cyclist, mountain biker, recreational rider, … View more
The NZ Bike Expo brings ‘everything to do with the bicycle’ in a 2-day consumer show for everyone in Christchurch on this weekend (28-29 Oct). Here are 10 reasons to come:
1. There’s something for everyone including kids whether you’re a road cyclist, mountain biker, recreational rider, urban biker, you spin for health and fitness, or you’re just curious!
2. The Expo brings the widest selection of electric bikes yet seen together in Christchurch – test ride 15+ electric bike brands to directly compare.
3. This is the best opportunity to check out bike parks, events, trails and tours, and cycling clubs. Want to bike Colorado? Latin America? Cardrona?
4. Meet some of New Zealand’s elite cyclists: Anton Cooper, Ben and Craig Oliver, and Linda Villumsen – Linda on Saturday morning, Anton on both afternoons, Ben on Saturday afternoon and Craig on Sunday afternoon
5. Test ride all types of bikes and make direct comparisons on the 1km off-road demo track or on the 1km asphalt runway, and kids will love the kids zone
6. Your $10 ticket gives you a very good shot at some OUTSTANDING prizes that will put a smile on some lucky people’s faces. Prizes include a children’s balance bike, Cardrona Bike Park season pass and 5 day passes, Otago Central Rail Trail e-bike hire, tour and luxury accommodation for 2 people, a Jack Hot L3 electric scooter valued at $1400 and a lot more!
7. Take advantage of Expo specials, it’s a great time to make that Christmas purchase.
8. Calling all gear freaks: check out the 2018 season’s bikes and accessories and be in first for some exciting new product launches.
9. There’s heaps of stuff to do – have fun competing on a mini-lap track set up by Christchurch Adventure Park, make the leaderboard on stationary trials, sit in the driver’s seat of a truck or bus, try Fulton Hogan’s truck driving simulator to see just how they turn corners without crushing cyclists, make a smoothie with a bike…
10. Enter a Cyclocross event on Saturday morning and a Criterium on Sunday morning held IN the Expo. Details on www.nzbikeexpo.nz...
11. (OK, we couldn't stop at just 10...) The best reason to come is… cycling’s fun, shopping’s fun, imagining your next adventure is fun, trying out new bikes is fun, and it’ll be a big buzz!!!

The NZ Bike Expo is on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th October 2017, 10am-5pm both days (9.30am sign-in to races), at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand in Wigram, Christchurch.
Adults $10, 11-17 years $5, under 11 free.
Cyclocross entry $14, Criterium $10, race entries include entry to the Expo.
Door sales available. Online tickets at: www.eventfinda.co.nz...

The NZ Bike Expo is initiated by Cycling Action Network (CAN), a registered charity that aims to get more people on bikes, more often. It’s created by Dare To special projects agency and supported by our Gold Partners Fulton Hogan and NZ Transport Agency, Social Partner Cassels & Sons Brewing Co, and other partners including Cycling New Zealand, Spokes Canterbury and the Bicycle Industry Association of NZ.

More online: www.facebook.com... and web: www.nzbikeexpo.nz...

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2578 days ago

Halloween Survey results revealed!

FreshChoice City Market

Halloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?

We found out that some … View more
Halloween is creeping up! Our recent Halloween Survey has revealed what New Zealanders REALLY think of Halloween. Did you know that only 1 in 10 households give out healthy snacks to trick or treaters, or that our favourite thing to dress up as is a ‘witch’?

We found out that some participants have some pretty wacky costume ideas like; ‘Donald Trump', ‘an inflatable flamingo’ a ‘popcorn vendor’ and ‘grumpy grannies’. Comment below with what you'll be dressing up as this year!
More Halloween Facts

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2578 days ago

Looking for a fun family activity?

ASB Summer Starter

ASB Summer Starter is the perfect excuse to come together and celebrate our region while raising money for charity and enjoying costumes, music, fun and surprises all the way from New Brighton to Redcliffs! With 1.5km, 4km and 10km course - we've got something for everyone.

We're … View more
ASB Summer Starter is the perfect excuse to come together and celebrate our region while raising money for charity and enjoying costumes, music, fun and surprises all the way from New Brighton to Redcliffs! With 1.5km, 4km and 10km course - we've got something for everyone.

We're giving away 5x ASB Family passes! Simply like or thank this post and you'll go in the draw to win! *Be quick! Winners will be drawn 3pm Thurs 26th October
Find out more

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2578 days ago

Storage 744 - Affordable storage

Dee from Cashmere

Phase 1 of Storage 744 is near complete and already 9 units have been rented, only 5 left. At only $35 dollars a week - no deposit required, its affordable storage you can't afford to miss out on.
Call 0800 123 744 to acquire one now.

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2584 days ago

Power Prices

Michael from Cashmere

I switched away from Flick over Winter to ECOTRICITY. After 2 ridiculously large accounts from Ecotricity I switched back to Flick and wish I had never changed. Even over Winter with presumably high Spot prices I believe there would have been big savings.
Here is a copy of part of an email … View more
I switched away from Flick over Winter to ECOTRICITY. After 2 ridiculously large accounts from Ecotricity I switched back to Flick and wish I had never changed. Even over Winter with presumably high Spot prices I believe there would have been big savings.
Here is a copy of part of an email conversation with Ecotricity. "...my Flick account has ...7 days usage at a charge of $33.43 (daily abt-$5)
This contrasts my current Ecotricity acct of $240.70 for 17 days service- approximately 3 times Flick's charge.
Prior to changing to Ecotricity my average monthly charges averaged $220. 2 months of Ecotricity bllls approximate $1440.(daily abt $17)
Costs/time period are not strictly comparable as (.your supply..) was during Winter whereas the Flick acct was for supply at the end of Winter and into Spring but the differences are too striking for season to be the sole explanation."
To their credit Ecotricity had the courtesy to reply in full to my complaint but their explanation for the huge price disparity basically boiled down to " We charged you so much more because Flick is a lot cheaper than Ecotricity"

2579 days ago

Keeping Bees

George from Phillipstown

I have a large section in Phillipstown and would love to have some hives. Does anyone know of anyone who manages hives and gives you a portion of the honey?

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