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1661 days ago

Poll: Would you prefer costs for services and public facilities (like libraries and pools) to go up, or rates bills to go up?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Pursuing a 0 per cent rates increase will have an "enormous impact" on the Christchurch community, city councillors warn.

A planned $34 million swimming pool and library development in Hornby could be delayed, the cost of a swim could go up and so could library charges, community grants … View more
Pursuing a 0 per cent rates increase will have an "enormous impact" on the Christchurch community, city councillors warn.

A planned $34 million swimming pool and library development in Hornby could be delayed, the cost of a swim could go up and so could library charges, community grants could get the chop, and the New Brighton hot salt water pools could remain closed — everything is being considered to save money, but nothing is likely to be decided without another round of community consultation.

So what do you think? Would you want to pay more for services and public facilities, or would you prefer to have a higher rates bill? Or do you think there's any other way the council should save money? Read more here and tell us what you think in the comments below.

Would you prefer costs for services and public facilities (like libraries and pools) to go up, or rates bills to go up?
  • 69.7% Services and public facility costs should go up
    69.7% Complete
  • 15.3% Rates have to go up
    15.3% Complete
  • 15% There's another way to save (tell us your thoughts in the comments)
    15% Complete
413 votes
1661 days ago

NZ will start to move to level 2 from Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

New Zealand will move to Level 2 in three separate stages, starting this Thursday.

On Thursday, cinemas, retail, playgrounds and gyms can reopen with physical distancing and strict hygiene measures. Travel will also resume. Schools will reopen on Monday, while bars can reopen on May 21 with … View more
New Zealand will move to Level 2 in three separate stages, starting this Thursday.

On Thursday, cinemas, retail, playgrounds and gyms can reopen with physical distancing and strict hygiene measures. Travel will also resume. Schools will reopen on Monday, while bars can reopen on May 21 with restrictions. Gatherings at home will be limited to 10 people maximum.

Read more here

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1659 days ago

Free Management Fees Offer

Steven Hawker from RentWorks Property Management

We are celebrating being on Neighbourly with our "Free Fees for 3" offer. Just sign a new Property Management Agreement with us between now and 30 June 2020 and you will receive your first 3 months management fees absolutely free. Please get in touch with the office on 03 359 0308 to … View moreWe are celebrating being on Neighbourly with our "Free Fees for 3" offer. Just sign a new Property Management Agreement with us between now and 30 June 2020 and you will receive your first 3 months management fees absolutely free. Please get in touch with the office on 03 359 0308 to discuss further. Just ask for Brent or Steve!

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1659 days ago

Get your hands on a solid career

Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd

Know someone who’s good at practical things and itching for a career with solid prospects?

A trades career offers variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss. Even better - with the building industry booming and infrastructure investment set to soar, demand for tradies is … View more
Know someone who’s good at practical things and itching for a career with solid prospects?

A trades career offers variety, a good income and the potential to be your own boss. Even better - with the building industry booming and infrastructure investment set to soar, demand for tradies is going up. We've got a range of course options - from carpentry and electrical to plumbing and automotive. And with partial online learning available, COVID restrictions are no problem.

Get set to start this July: visit our website or call 0800 24 24 76 for details.
Find out more

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1668 days ago

Poll: What would you like us to Post ?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

At CAB we try and ensure that we are giving people the help and advice that they need. We have posted daily during the Lockdown - the last 7 days post were about what you can now do at Level 3 . To make sure that we are posting what you need to know during the Covid-19 Pandemic we have created this… View moreAt CAB we try and ensure that we are giving people the help and advice that they need. We have posted daily during the Lockdown - the last 7 days post were about what you can now do at Level 3 . To make sure that we are posting what you need to know during the Covid-19 Pandemic we have created this Poll to decide the posts for the next 7 days .

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What would you like us to Post ?
  • 59.3% What services are open at Level 3 continued
    59.3% Complete
  • 18.7% Employment Rights information
    18.7% Complete
  • 6.6% Tenancy rights information
    6.6% Complete
  • 13.2% Other Community groups information
    13.2% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - pls comment below
    2.2% Complete
91 votes
1660 days ago

Celebrating International Nurses Day.

Oceania Healthcare

To celebrate International Nurses Day, we've launched 'In Their Shoes' – a celebration of our dedicated and clinically skilled nurses who work at the forefront of New Zealand's aged care sector.

To mark the day, each of our Oceania frontline nurses will be gifted a bespoke… View more
To celebrate International Nurses Day, we've launched 'In Their Shoes' – a celebration of our dedicated and clinically skilled nurses who work at the forefront of New Zealand's aged care sector.

To mark the day, each of our Oceania frontline nurses will be gifted a bespoke pair of Allbirds, as a token of our respect for every step they take for New Zealand.
Learn more

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1660 days ago

We have our WINNERS! - Mother's Day Giveaway

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia Ora Neighbours,

Thank you so much for all your entries in our Mother's Day competition, it was awesome to see how you would be treating your mum on that special day or how you'd say thanks once we head to Alert Level 2 as a country this Thursday.

With that being said, we want … View more
Kia Ora Neighbours,

Thank you so much for all your entries in our Mother's Day competition, it was awesome to see how you would be treating your mum on that special day or how you'd say thanks once we head to Alert Level 2 as a country this Thursday.

With that being said, we want to say a massive congrats to Jessica from Woolston, Jesintha from Halswell, Natalie from Botany Downs, Angela from Rangiora and Maree from Titahi Bay! You're the winners of the SOS business vouchers worth $100! Check your email to see how you can claim your prize.

Thank you to everyone else who entered, we hope all the mums around the country had a fantastic Mother's Day!

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1660 days ago

Community Board meeting via Zoom

Shirish Paranjape from Community Board member, Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood C.Board

It was nice to have a Community Board meeting after a while, even if it was via Zoom. This was one step closer to having a 'public community board meeting'.
In March, the Council temporarily revoked the Board delegations in response to the Government’s announcement the country was going… View more
It was nice to have a Community Board meeting after a while, even if it was via Zoom. This was one step closer to having a 'public community board meeting'.
In March, the Council temporarily revoked the Board delegations in response to the Government’s announcement the country was going into COVID-19 Alert Level 4 lockdown, which meant there were no Community Board meetings since then.

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1660 days ago

Can't get to the newsstands for your favourite gardening mag?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

If you're having trouble getting your hands on your favourite gardening mag, don't forget you can now order our current May issue online. The price of $9.70 includes shipping.

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1661 days ago

Westpac

Margaret from Burnside

Does anyone know what's happening to westpac? Can't get into online banking or phone banking.

1681 days ago

Please share an ANZAC story with us Canterbury and the West Coast...

RSA

Dear Canterbury and the West Coast - ANZAC Day will look a little different for us this year - however there are many ways for you to acknowledge the incredible men and women who have served our communities and given their lives for our country.

We invite you to share a memory or photo to … View more
Dear Canterbury and the West Coast - ANZAC Day will look a little different for us this year - however there are many ways for you to acknowledge the incredible men and women who have served our communities and given their lives for our country.

We invite you to share a memory or photo to commemorate this special day on Neighbourly below. It could be a story of a member in your family who served - or perhaps the way you and your family celebrate ANZAC Day each year. (It might even be a photo of your freshly baked can't be-beaten ANZAC cookies).

We also invite you to take part in Stand at Dawn and join us at 6:00 am on Saturday 25 April. Stand at your letterbox, at the front door, in your lounge rooms, balconies, in your driveway. Wherever you are in the world, stand with us and take a moment to remember our fallen – but please stay within your ‘bubble’.

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1661 days ago

Autum is about light

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

With shorter days, longer nights Autum is time to sort out lighting. Elusion has been busy at home sorting out our lighting issues and seeing a whole lot more sun thanks to Patrick's hard work over the weekend. Other options is also to upgrade to LED lights, better light for less power, better… View moreWith shorter days, longer nights Autum is time to sort out lighting. Elusion has been busy at home sorting out our lighting issues and seeing a whole lot more sun thanks to Patrick's hard work over the weekend. Other options is also to upgrade to LED lights, better light for less power, better for the environment and long lasting.
Give us a ring for a free quote 021525123

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1661 days ago

Level 2

Michelle from Euphoria body & beauty clinic

After today's government announcement I will be able to reopen on Thursday 😁 To adhere to the recommended hygiene practices I will be sanitizing all surfaces after every client. This will mean more time needed between each treatment, also it will be best to have one client in salon, one out… View moreAfter today's government announcement I will be able to reopen on Thursday 😁 To adhere to the recommended hygiene practices I will be sanitizing all surfaces after every client. This will mean more time needed between each treatment, also it will be best to have one client in salon, one out to prevent too close contact between strangers. Again this means a longer space between clients. So please be patient if you cant get in straight away 🙂

1661 days ago

Make your next ride stress free!

Amsoil NZ

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