Ilam, Christchurch

1920 days ago

Christchurch City Council faces tough decision: fix some roads now, or more roads later

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council has to choose whether to take $40 million funding to fix quake-damaged roads or wait years for the chance of up to $70m.

Suburbs Richmond, New Brighton, Linwood/Woolston, Spreydon, and Fendalton/Riccarton have been earmarked for road repairs.

What street/suburb do … View more
The Christchurch City Council has to choose whether to take $40 million funding to fix quake-damaged roads or wait years for the chance of up to $70m.

Suburbs Richmond, New Brighton, Linwood/Woolston, Spreydon, and Fendalton/Riccarton have been earmarked for road repairs.

What street/suburb do you think needs fixing up most? Tell us in the comments below (please write NFP if you don't want your comments published)

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1919 days ago

Is Christchurch a rubbish city?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Billions of construction dollars have been pumped into Christchurch since the devastating 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

Nine years on, the rebuilt central city has emerged as the most modern in New Zealand. But there are still major gaps, most noticeably unfinished Crown anchor projects such as the … View more
Billions of construction dollars have been pumped into Christchurch since the devastating 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.

Nine years on, the rebuilt central city has emerged as the most modern in New Zealand. But there are still major gaps, most noticeably unfinished Crown anchor projects such as the metro sports facility, convention centre and a new stadium.

In a contentious opinion piece, travel writer Brook Sabin said instead of finding a world-class central city taking shape, the prevailing feeling was one of sadness.

What do you think? Is Christchurch sad and soulless or progressive and beautiful?

Read the full stories by clicking the links below and tell us what you think in the comments. (Please write NFP if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff).

1915 days ago

UPDATE: Missing Christchurch girl: Police seeking information

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE: Abi has now been found.

Hi neighbours - have you seen this girl?

Police say they are "seriously concerned" for the wellbeing of a girl last seen in the vicinity of Cashmere Road and Hackthorne Road on Sunday around 4:30pm. Abbi has very long strawberry blonde hair and was … View more
UPDATE: Abi has now been found.

Hi neighbours - have you seen this girl?

Police say they are "seriously concerned" for the wellbeing of a girl last seen in the vicinity of Cashmere Road and Hackthorne Road on Sunday around 4:30pm. Abbi has very long strawberry blonde hair and was wearing a long navy jacket with a fur-lined hood, a taupe/neutral-coloured jersey and blue jeans.

Anyone with information is asked to call 105.

1913 days ago

Wildish yoga for kids

Community Development Worker from Bishopdale Community Trust

Check out this article on Stuff about Wildish Yoga, a Bishopdale-based yoga and mindfulness class for children aged 2-5 years and 6-10 years. The classes take place very Saturday at 11.00am at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Community Centre, 13 Bishopdale Court. 👧🧒

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1913 days ago

Fun Night at Breens Intermediate School

Community Development Worker from Bishopdale Community Trust

Ladies Night at Breens Intermediate Hall
Saturday 21 September, 7pm - 10pm
$20.00 per ticket

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1913 days ago

Village Bryndwr Pop-Up Market this Saturday

Martin from Bryndwr

The Village Church Community Centre's Market is held in our new building cnr Ilam & Aorangi Rds first Saturdays of the month 9.30am-11.30am. This is run in conjunction with our weekly Clothing Shop. Quality household items, baking, retro & bits & pieces plus our wonderful … View moreThe Village Church Community Centre's Market is held in our new building cnr Ilam & Aorangi Rds first Saturdays of the month 9.30am-11.30am. This is run in conjunction with our weekly Clothing Shop. Quality household items, baking, retro & bits & pieces plus our wonderful barista-made koha coffee. Donations of good quality items are always welcome contact our office: 351-6664 for pickups or just drop them by in the mornings!

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1913 days ago

St. Stephen's Church Free Christian Holiday Club

Leigh from Avonhead

Our Church is offering a free holiday club these holidays - it is always a lot of fun! Sign up by 23 September so as to book your space!

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1913 days ago

Are you a fan of Neighbourly? Want to help lead your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using… View more
Neighbourly's purpose is to grow connections between neighbours, making each community around New Zealand a safe and happy place to live. We are currently on the lookout for Neighbourly members to become Neighbourly Leads in their own community.

Neighbourly Leads are people who enjoy using Neighbourly and feel passionate about their corner of this country. They help neighbours to connect positively on the site and are happy to point members in the right direction.

If this sounds like you, please consider becoming a Neighbourly Lead for your suburb alongside dozens of other keen locals around the country!

You can find more information here.
Apply here

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1913 days ago

Harewood Playcentre

Gaye Shearer from Harewood Playcentre

Harewood Playcentre open Monday-Friday 9am-12noon. We offer three free visits so come on in 719 Harewood Road, ph 022 314 7248.

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1913 days ago

Hall Hire

Gaye Shearer from Harewood Playcentre

Harewood Community Hall is available for hire - children's birthday parties, meetings, exercise classes, dance classes (we have bars and mirrors) martial art classes etc. Very reasonable prices either by the hour, half day ($60) or full day ($100). Txt 022 3865033 or email … View moreHarewood Community Hall is available for hire - children's birthday parties, meetings, exercise classes, dance classes (we have bars and mirrors) martial art classes etc. Very reasonable prices either by the hour, half day ($60) or full day ($100). Txt 022 3865033 or email harewoodhallhire@hotmail.co.nz for more information.

1913 days ago

Dear Neighbourly 🌻

Soni from My Hair Lounge

Fall in love with your hair this Spring 🌻🌻

Full Global Colour $99
Half head foils $99
Full head foils $139
Ombre/Balayage $149
Keratin Smoothing Treatment $189
Bright Colours from $220… View more
Fall in love with your hair this Spring 🌻🌻

Full Global Colour $99
Half head foils $99
Full head foils $139
Ombre/Balayage $149
Keratin Smoothing Treatment $189
Bright Colours from $220
Extra product cost for long/thick hair
Additional $25 - $40 for toner if required.

Genoapay available, pay over 10 weeks!
Registered Home Based hair salon located in Avonhead 🌻
Call/Text: 022 4341055

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1913 days ago

HUTCH DRESSER SELL

Joan from Burnside

Solid Pine Hutch Dresser in very good condition. Dark brown colour, two drawers and two opening cupboards underneath. Ph 0274 353007.

Price: $80

1913 days ago

Spring is here

Harcourts Vision Real Estate and Property Management

If you are thinking about buying or selling - Spring is a great time. Call us on 359-4370

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1919 days ago

The Price of Milk

Lance from Bishopdale

Has anyone else noticed that the major Supermarkets are now charging $3.95 for the cheapest 2 Litres ? Various local dairies offer $2.99 /$3.00 for the exact same 2 liters ....What a RORT on behalf of the DUOPOLY !

1914 days ago

Poll: Do you bother to vote in local body elections?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Local elections impact us all, but many of us don't take the time to make our voices heard.

In fact, only 38.5% of Aucklanders voted in the 2016 local body election.

To read more, click here.

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Do you bother to vote in local body elections?
  • 84.5% Yes, of course
    84.5% Complete
  • 15.5% No, I can't be bothered
    15.5% Complete
1628 votes
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