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1467 days ago

A Christmas to Remember

Manager from Lamb & Hayward

Join us as we share a commemorative time with music and song, and celebrate Christmas.

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1467 days ago

Help us save lives every day New Zealand Flying Doctors Trust

Canterbury Air Rescue Trust

With over 1,000 missions a year in our flying intensive care unit, we need your help to raise $175,000 for our sickest and most vulnerable patients.

The New Zealand Flying Doctors are only partly government-funded, and it is only with the kindness and generosity of the community that we can … View more
With over 1,000 missions a year in our flying intensive care unit, we need your help to raise $175,000 for our sickest and most vulnerable patients.

The New Zealand Flying Doctors are only partly government-funded, and it is only with the kindness and generosity of the community that we can continue to deliver this life-saving service. With mission numbers increasing each year, the need is greater than ever before.

Today we are asking you to support missions for neonatal and paediatric patients - with over 70 missions a year for children under 15 years of age, we are focused on getting each and every one of them the right medical care.

Your contribution will help save the lives of New Zealand children!
Donate now

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1468 days ago

Walk and talk groups help bring communities together

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Four women have been wandering the streets of Fendalton for about 20 years, building friendships and learning about their local neighbourhoods as members of a weekly walk and talk group.

Long-term walker – and volunteer – Vivien Price says the meet-ups offer an ideal opportunity to mix … View more
Four women have been wandering the streets of Fendalton for about 20 years, building friendships and learning about their local neighbourhoods as members of a weekly walk and talk group.

Long-term walker – and volunteer – Vivien Price says the meet-ups offer an ideal opportunity to mix exercise, social connections and community knowledge.

Along with Pat Williams, 94, Dorothy Morris, and Philippa Goile, the active foursome have found friendship and fun along the way since first setting out in 2000.

Williams, who took part in the very first outing, remains a committed regular.

“We all enjoy up to 45-minute rambles, usually from February to early December,” Price said.

“Up to 40 people – aged from their 50s to 90s – often join the Fendalton walks. However, our numbers drop in winter.”

For Price, originally from England, the group is a “wonderful way to meet new people and form friendships”.

“It is always very friendly and inclusive, and we often enjoy a coffee together,” she said

Supported by the Christchurch City Council, the activity programme operates in six areas, including Beckenham, Fendalton, Halswell, Linwood, New Brighton and Papanui.

To find out more, visit: ccc.govt.nz...

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1468 days ago

Celebrate Bishopdale - Sunday 22nd November 11-2pm

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Celebrate Bishopdale is held at Bishopdale Park and includes entertaining stage performances from local school groups, artists and organisations.
There will be numerous information stalls - including our own CAB Fab stall , have-a-go activities, arts and crafts.
There is food for sale on the day … View more
Celebrate Bishopdale is held at Bishopdale Park and includes entertaining stage performances from local school groups, artists and organisations.
There will be numerous information stalls - including our own CAB Fab stall , have-a-go activities, arts and crafts.
There is food for sale on the day and local groups will be selling their wares for fundraising. Heaps for the kids to do: bouncy castle, climbing tower, snag inflatable golf, face painting, stone carving, soft archery, Police radar gun to test your speed.New this year is the Bishopdale YMCA running gymnastics have a go and the Bishopdale/Harewood Scouts also running scouting activities for the kids.
So if you fancy a great day out then come to Bishopdale Park this Sunday.

1468 days ago

WANTED •GOLD •COINS •WATCHES •PAINTINGS •ANTIQUES •COLLECTABLES

Goldco

Family not interested? | Have you stopped collecting? | Downsizing or moving? | Lying in a cupboard unused? | Unwanted jewellery? | Would cash be more useful?

If yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers this week. We will buy single items or complete collections.

The … View more
Family not interested? | Have you stopped collecting? | Downsizing or moving? | Lying in a cupboard unused? | Unwanted jewellery? | Would cash be more useful?

If yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers this week. We will buy single items or complete collections.

The recent lockdown has seen many of us take the time to sort items we no longer require or simply want to turn into cash.

We are currently very short of stock and keen to buy any of these or similar items.

Buying in Christchurch / Rangiora / Ashburton / Blenheim. See us at a venue near you. Please check the dates and times carefully.

MON 23 NOV
CASHMERE 9am - 12noon, Heathcote Room Cashmere Club 50 Colombo St
RANGIORA 1pm - 4pm, John Knox Centre Cnr High & King Sts

TUE 24 NOV
HALSWELL 9am - 12noon, Te Hapua Halswell Library 341 Halswell Rd
PAPANUI 1pm - 4pm, Chapel St Centre Cnr Harewood Rd & Chapel St

WED 25 NOV
ROLLESTON 9am - 12noon, Rolleston Community Centre 94 Rolleston Dr
OPAWA 1pm - 4pm, Opawa Community Church Cnr Opawa Rd & Aynsley Tce

THU 26 NOV
AVONHEAD 9am - 12noon, Avonhead Baptist Church Hall 102 Avonhead Rd
MT PLEASANT 1pm - 4pm, Mt Pleasant Community Centre 3 McCormacks Bay Rd

FRI 27 NOV
BARRINGTON 9am - 12noon St Nicholas Church Hall Crn Barrington & Frankleigh Sts
RANGIORA 1pm - 4pm John Knox Centre Cnr High & King Sts

SAT 28 NOV
UPPER RICCARTON 9am - 12noon Upper Riccarton Library 71 Main South Rd
REDWOOD 1pm - 4pm St Lukes Church Hall Cnr Main North & Daniel Rds

SUN 29 NOV
ASHBURTON 10am - 12noon Senior Citizens Centre 206 Cameron Rd
AMBERLEY 2.30pm - 4pm St John Hall 66 Carters Rd

MON 30 NOV
BLENHEIM 9am - 12noonSt Andrews Church Hall 5 Henry St

Goldco Antique Buyers - Member NZNDA.
www.goldco.co.nz
email: hamishwalsh@xtra.co.nz
TEL 0800 105 228
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1468 days ago

Cheapest tyres in Christchurch

Tony’s Tyre Service Christchurch

Hi neighbours,

It’s the team from Tony’s Tyre Service Christchurch here. We’re your local tyre shop stocking leading tyre brands at discount prices. We have the cheapest tyres everyday – if you find a lower cash price, we guarantee to beat it by $10 a tyre. Some T&Cs apply.

In … View more
Hi neighbours,

It’s the team from Tony’s Tyre Service Christchurch here. We’re your local tyre shop stocking leading tyre brands at discount prices. We have the cheapest tyres everyday – if you find a lower cash price, we guarantee to beat it by $10 a tyre. Some T&Cs apply.

In addition to all your tyre needs, we are MTA-assured and our mechanics can perform automotive servicing and general repairs.

We have stores throughout ChristchurchCentral City, Middleton & Papanui.

Give us a call today or come down and see the team.

The team at Tony’s Tyre Service.
Find out more

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1468 days ago

Ambiguous Tracer app?

Ian from Papanui

Does the Tracer app’s instruction “Done” mean you’ve logged your entry into the supermarket or that you’ve done your 30min shop & are leaving? How much detail do they expect?

1468 days ago

BNZ to close 38 bank branches

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Bank of New Zealand will close 38 branches over the next seven months, despite an earlier commitment not to shut any regional branches until at least 2022.

In the South Island, the closures include Cromwell, Geraldine, Waimate, Westport, Akaroa, Balclutha, Hanmer Springs, Methven, Reefton, Tākaka… View more
Bank of New Zealand will close 38 branches over the next seven months, despite an earlier commitment not to shut any regional branches until at least 2022.

In the South Island, the closures include Cromwell, Geraldine, Waimate, Westport, Akaroa, Balclutha, Hanmer Springs, Methven, Reefton, Tākaka and Winton.

Read more and see the full list of affected branches here.

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1469 days ago

Elusion Special 1 week only

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

Elusion has a quiet week next week due to a big job being delayed for a few weeks. We thought its best to keep busy so we have decided to offer an extra 5% discount to all jobs booked and completed next week.

Remember we also offer goldcard and DHB discounts.

Think lighting, new power plugs, spa… View more
Elusion has a quiet week next week due to a big job being delayed for a few weeks. We thought its best to keep busy so we have decided to offer an extra 5% discount to all jobs booked and completed next week.

Remember we also offer goldcard and DHB discounts.

Think lighting, new power plugs, spa power, heatpumps/air conditioning. Anything thats been bugging you for ages and you need an excuse to get it done now. Maybe even an early Christmas present for family by giving them the outdoor plug they have always wanted.

Help me keep Patrick out of the office and working hard!

Phone or text 021 525 123, or elusionelectrical@gmail.com

Look forward to hearing from you
Shannon and Patrick
Elusion Electrical

1470 days ago

Home Security Checklist

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

With summer just around the corner and the warmer weather setting in, you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors leaving doors and windows open to get fresh, cool breezes through your home. But leaving your home open may increase the risk of break-ins and create an easy way for intruders … View moreWith summer just around the corner and the warmer weather setting in, you’re going to be spending a lot of time outdoors leaving doors and windows open to get fresh, cool breezes through your home. But leaving your home open may increase the risk of break-ins and create an easy way for intruders to gain entry into your home.

Exceed is here to help you with 10 top tips to improve your home security:

1 - Use key-operated locks on doors and windows – and don’t hide spare keys under doormats or in obvious places for burglars to find them easily

2 - Install security screens on all doors to keep your family safe

3 - Install window security stays to increase security, natural safe ventilation and prevent children falling from high windows

4 - Install hinge bolts to stop doors from being lifted out of their frames

5 - Upgrade beads and rubbers to hold any glass in place

6 - Install digital deadlocks so you no longer need to remember your keys when you leave your home and grant short term access to friends or Airbnb guests

7 - If you have an alarm system, make sure it is working properly

8 - Keep plants trimmed around doors and windows and install sensor lights or CCTV cameras

9 - Don’t leave valuable items like keys out in easy view for opportunistic thieves

10 - If you’re going away on holidays, make your home look occupied – leave the TV or radio playing, set lights to come on with a timer and ask a neighbour to collect your mail and take care of bins

Being aware of potential security risks and taking action early is the best way to keep your home and loved ones safe.

Click the link below to learn how Exceed we fix windows & doors specialists in your area can help you improve your home security!

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1469 days ago

Work off Christmas dinner in 23,573 easy steps

Smiths City

As we head into the eating season, you might want to think about tracking your fitness. Check out our range of wearable tech, from FitBit, Huawei and Samsung, in-store or online today. smithscity.co.nz – keeping Xmas honest. Visit us online

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1469 days ago

After Lime scooters, Lime e-bikes are coming to Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch will join London, Berlin and Rome next week when a fleet of Lime e-bikes arrive in the city.

One hundred electric pedal-assist bikes will be available for hire, each coming with a helmet, a lock and lights. They will cost $1 to unlock and 38 cents per minute to use, the same price as … View more
Christchurch will join London, Berlin and Rome next week when a fleet of Lime e-bikes arrive in the city.

One hundred electric pedal-assist bikes will be available for hire, each coming with a helmet, a lock and lights. They will cost $1 to unlock and 38 cents per minute to use, the same price as Lime's e-scooters.

The bikes will have a range of 30 to 60 kilometres and people can hire them using the Lime or Uber apps.

Will you be trying the new e-bikes? Why or why not? Read more here and let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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1470 days ago

Cash paid for old sports programmes, badges and memorabilia.

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. … View moreCan anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. Please message me or email hubby on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

1471 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords maths and English tuition.

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

NumberWorks'nWords can help by identifying gaps, explaining your child’s learning style, and providing you with recommendations.

Get in touch to learn how tutoring with NumberWorks'nWords can help your child

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1471 days ago

Free Christmas Tree

Clare from Bishopdale

Christmas tree to give away 4ft 300 tips. In good condition and all bits included, we have a bigger tree now so no need for this one

Free

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