Ilam, Christchurch

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1188 days ago

Gardening live chat on now!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.

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1188 days ago

Council Wants Your Views

Dianne from Upper Riccarton

Council wants your views on the Three Waters proposal.
What better use of your time than to have a say in the possible huge increase of your future water rates!

To get a bit of a handle on the situation you can read all the pages on the government website or listen to a summary from Westland … View more
Council wants your views on the Three Waters proposal.
What better use of your time than to have a say in the possible huge increase of your future water rates!

To get a bit of a handle on the situation you can read all the pages on the government website or listen to a summary from Westland District Mayor Bruce Smith here: www.youtube.com...

How to have your say:

ccc.govt.nz...

Happy writing

1188 days ago

Cancer doesn't stop, we won't either.

Cancer Society

COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View more
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
Learn more

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1189 days ago

Last week to nominate!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Canterbury – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?

Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...

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1189 days ago

Fresh Oyster Mushroom, Mushroom Growing bag and Microgreens Kits

Zoe from Avonhead

Oyster Mushroom $15 for 500g;Oyster Mushroom Growing bag $25 each (you can harvest about 1kg from multiple harvests)
Microgreens kits including growing pad ( all natural materials), seeds ( different types, see picture) $4 each,
Now I can deliver fresh mushroom, growing bags and microgreens kits … View more
Oyster Mushroom $15 for 500g;Oyster Mushroom Growing bag $25 each (you can harvest about 1kg from multiple harvests)
Microgreens kits including growing pad ( all natural materials), seeds ( different types, see picture) $4 each,
Now I can deliver fresh mushroom, growing bags and microgreens kits to your home during level 4. ( free delivery if it's close to my place, or charge reasonable fees if not) or we can arrange a contactless pickup or I can courier to you within Christchurch area for $5.5 overnight delivery courier fee.
My account: Zhe Wang 01 1844 0075197 00
Add: 385a Withells Road (front house), Avonhead. 02108375888
Harvest your own mushroom in about one week and watch them double size every day. zozosminigarden.co.nz... ( I am still in the middle of making this website, but you can read instructions.
Enjoy fresh, health and yummy.

Negotiable

1189 days ago

Wanted to Buy NAVY Kumpf Shoes size 38.5 or 39.5

Deborah from Bishopdale

My navy Kumpf shoes size 38.5 are almost worn out. Luckily I still have a red pair 39.5. I wonder if anyone has these older model shoes in the back of the cupboard? They are so comfortable and do up easily with velcro. If so, please call Deborah on 359 3478. Thank you.

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1190 days ago

Community kindness

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

Heartwarming to see neighbours help Christchurch four-year-old Emery Maclean​ celebrate her birthday after lockdown meant her party was cancelled. What is happening in your neighbourhood?

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1190 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
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If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1194 days ago

trees on Bishopdale

Mary from Bishopdale

Has anyone taken notice of how the birds roost in the evening in the trees on the Bishopdale roundabout, they also roost on the trees outside New World Bishopdale. Those trees growing on the roundabout are to be taken out to make way for the new cycleway. I feel the council haven't done enough… View moreHas anyone taken notice of how the birds roost in the evening in the trees on the Bishopdale roundabout, they also roost on the trees outside New World Bishopdale. Those trees growing on the roundabout are to be taken out to make way for the new cycleway. I feel the council haven't done enough work investigating the damage they will cause if they go ahead with the original plan, it's like go ahead at any cost to the detriment of the community, wildlife, businesses etc

1198 days ago

Architect's vision for MIQ 'pods' on Quail Island in Lyttelton Harbour

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Architect Michael O’Sullivan suggests we take a cue from our own history to provide quarantine facilities for incoming travellers.

O’Sullivan says Quail Island in Lyttelton Harbour was used to quarantine people with leprosy more than a century ago, and is perfectly located to be an MIQ … View more
Architect Michael O’Sullivan suggests we take a cue from our own history to provide quarantine facilities for incoming travellers.

O’Sullivan says Quail Island in Lyttelton Harbour was used to quarantine people with leprosy more than a century ago, and is perfectly located to be an MIQ facility.

The architect, who has an office overlooking the harbour, has suggested a prefabricated pod design could provide suitable accommodation on the island. The pods would be environmentally and aesthetically responsive to the landscape.

The government has previously resisted suggestions that we should develop purpose-built MIQ facilities, including isolating people on military bases or other remote locations, in favour of using hotels.

What do you think of O'Sullivan's idea? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

1190 days ago

Free online immigration information evening for Afghani migrants

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are hosting a free online seminar via zoom this Friday the 27th of August for Afghani migrants at 5pm . This seminar will be run by Amir Bastani , an Iranian immigration lawyer who is experienced in this area .
To register please email christchurchcity@cab.org.nz by Thursday the 26th of August.

1195 days ago

Five hour queues for Christchurch residents awaiting Covid-19 tests

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hi neighbours,

People wanting a Covid-19 test in Christchurch face a wait for up to five hours at one of the city’s two testing centres as Kiwis around the country rush to check they are safe in the wake of the latest outbreak.

A queue of hundreds of cars stretched for about a kilometre out of … View more
Hi neighbours,

People wanting a Covid-19 test in Christchurch face a wait for up to five hours at one of the city’s two testing centres as Kiwis around the country rush to check they are safe in the wake of the latest outbreak.

A queue of hundreds of cars stretched for about a kilometre out of the Pages Rd centre in east Christchurch at one point on Thursday morning, the queue snaking down nearby suburban streets.

There were similar scenes at the city’s other testing centre at Orchard Rd near the airport, where scores of cars queued for about hundreds of metres in a carefully managed line, as they did on Wednesday.

Click 'Read more' below to read the full story.

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1191 days ago

Covid-19: Christchurch's new drive-in vaccination centre opens

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch has debuted its first drive-in Covid-19 vaccination clinic – but only pre-booked essential workers and their families can go.

New Zealand’s vaccination roll-out was temporarily halted after the delta strain of the virus was detected in Auckland early this week , and the country … View more
Christchurch has debuted its first drive-in Covid-19 vaccination clinic – but only pre-booked essential workers and their families can go.

New Zealand’s vaccination roll-out was temporarily halted after the delta strain of the virus was detected in Auckland early this week , and the country entered an alert level 4 lockdown. It has since resumed.

On Sunday, the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) opened a drive-through vaccination clinic in the Christchurch Arena car park.

About 120 essential workers were invited to get their jabs at the centre on Sunday.

CDHB Covid-19 vaccination events lead Satish Mistry said all drive-through vaccinations were strictly by appointment only, so the team could focus on getting essential workers vaccinated.

Read more here.

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1190 days ago

Elusion welcomes 1st year apprentice Jake to the team.

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

Morena
After sending out our last level 4 update I had completely forgotten to let everyone know we have grown. Patrick has been so busy this year and 5 day weeks became 6 which became 7 so something had to give.

We decided the best way to employ someone and know they would do it the Elusion way… View more
Morena
After sending out our last level 4 update I had completely forgotten to let everyone know we have grown. Patrick has been so busy this year and 5 day weeks became 6 which became 7 so something had to give.

We decided the best way to employ someone and know they would do it the Elusion way was to teach them from the very beginning and take on a "first year apprentice" . Around the time we realised we needed help, Jake phoned us for some work experience, and helped convince us we needed him. We are glad to say he is now Elusion's official first employee .

For our customers security wise, Jake can only work under direct supervision from Patrick so won't turn up without him. You also have the reassurance you will always have our sign written van and team in uniforms to help confirm they are who they are. You can ask at any time also for their electrical registration cards and drivers license for photo ID.

Pip and Otto are loving the extra attention twice a day, Patrick's load is a little lighter and our customers can expect the same high quality service.

If you have any urgent level 4 jobs you won't get to meet Jake he will be back on board in level 3!

Remember under level 4, power, heating and cooking is classed as essential.

Stay warm, stay safe and stay well
Patrick , Shan and Jake

1190 days ago

Shop Ecoprotect

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