Islington, Christchurch

Got a job going at your work?

Got a job going at your work?

Share it in our Local Jobs section here

1481 days ago

Christchurch council takes hard line on recycling rule breakers

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Almost 1500 Christchurch households could soon have their recycling bins confiscated as the city council cracks down on people who refuse to separate their waste.

About 180 yellow wheelie bins have already been removed and the council has sent final warnings to another 1450 residents.

To get the … View more
Almost 1500 Christchurch households could soon have their recycling bins confiscated as the city council cracks down on people who refuse to separate their waste.

About 180 yellow wheelie bins have already been removed and the council has sent final warnings to another 1450 residents.

To get the bins back, they will have to pay $97.65 and sign a statement promising to abide by the rules. Their bins will be monitored to make sure they keep that promise.

Christchurch City Council has spent close to $1.5 million sending almost 1500 truckloads of contaminated material from yellow bins to landfill since May. That equates to about 41 per cent of all yellow bins.

Do you agree with council's strict recycling approach? Let us know below.

Image
1476 days ago

Popular baby product recalled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Herobility Eco Feeding Spoon and Eco Baby Spoon & Fork have been recalled as they pose a choking hazard for babies. It has been found that these can break into small pieces.

The product has been sold at Mummum, Global Baby, Hatch Boutique, J Ballantynes, Mighty Ape, Smith and Caugheys and … View more
Herobility Eco Feeding Spoon and Eco Baby Spoon & Fork have been recalled as they pose a choking hazard for babies. It has been found that these can break into small pieces.

The product has been sold at Mummum, Global Baby, Hatch Boutique, J Ballantynes, Mighty Ape, Smith and Caugheys and The Nile from October 2019 to October 2020

If you have one of these forks/spoons and the date stamp is marked 2019 or earlier (or no date stamp is shown), the company advises to stop using the product and contact Bloom and Grow NZ to organise for a gift voucher to the same value.

Image
1477 days ago

Christchurch club shelves 'working men' identity in major $21m revamp

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A Christchurch club is ushering in a new era with a shift in its identity and the opening of the first stage of its $21 million redevelopment.

The Hornby Club has been revamped to help ensure its future and appeal to a wider range of people, now housing a new pavilion and dining spaces, a live … View more
A Christchurch club is ushering in a new era with a shift in its identity and the opening of the first stage of its $21 million redevelopment.

The Hornby Club has been revamped to help ensure its future and appeal to a wider range of people, now housing a new pavilion and dining spaces, a live music venue and pool and gaming rooms.

In recent years more than half its members were over the age of 60 – though its membership is 7000-strong and growing – and the club’s managers want to reinvent it and make it more welcoming to younger people and families.

Image
1477 days ago

Celebrate with Mobil!

Mobil

Mobil Wigram now has a brand-new car wash, to celebrate we’re running a half price car wash offer from 27th – 29th October only.
T&Cs apply.
Find out more

Image
1478 days ago

Dog Harness Ruff Wear for small to medium sized dogs

Alison (elle) from Broomfield - Hei Hei

Ruff wear dog harness in red, fully adjustable.
Bought for my dog when she was overweight. Now it's too big even though it's supposed to be XS it is more like a medium.
Would fit a bichon frise, Jack Russell, pug, poochon to King charles spaniel, small to medium terriers etc.
My dog is a… View more
Ruff wear dog harness in red, fully adjustable.
Bought for my dog when she was overweight. Now it's too big even though it's supposed to be XS it is more like a medium.
Would fit a bichon frise, Jack Russell, pug, poochon to King charles spaniel, small to medium terriers etc.
My dog is a Griffon/Pomchi cross and quite small.
Bought for $82 about a month ago. It has been washed and is in perfect condition.
These harnesses are designed to be used in all conditions from normal walks to tramping and sports activities, no pressure on the neck, fully padded made of tough fast drying material ideal for active lifestyle dogs. Listed on trademe Listing #: 2834257462

Negotiable

1478 days ago

stiletto heel calf length boots lilac/grey

Alison (elle) from Broomfield - Hei Hei

UK 39 (NZ 8) soft suede type finish lylic boots with stiletto heels, new no tags. new condition

Price: $15

Image
1478 days ago

Woman's short boots

Alison (elle) from Broomfield - Hei Hei

UK 39 (NZ 8) soft suede finish flat black boots by Vagabond.
As new condition

Price: $10

Image
1478 days ago

Ladies shoes flats

Alison (elle) from Broomfield - Hei Hei

Fashion ballet flat shoe with bow detail. Vionic
Size UK 39 (NZ 8).
Has tags but no box, new, never worn.

Bronze colour.

Orthotic inner sole designed to correctly align feet and ankles.

Tags explain how design works and tells about the designer who is a qualified podiatrist in the UK.

Price: $15

1478 days ago

Allergy Season

Katrina from Unichem Rolleston Village Pharmacy

Hayfever symptoms can make you feel really lousy, you don't need to be suffering from them.

Come in store and speak with one of our highly trained team who will help you select the best hayfever treatment for your symptoms.

Or order your items online;
unichempharmacy.co.nz...
Delivery … View more
Hayfever symptoms can make you feel really lousy, you don't need to be suffering from them.

Come in store and speak with one of our highly trained team who will help you select the best hayfever treatment for your symptoms.

Or order your items online;
unichempharmacy.co.nz...
Delivery available.

Image
1478 days ago

Cardiovascular Risk Screening

Katrina from Unichem Rolleston Central Pharmacy

Coronary heart disease and stroke is the Number 1 cause of death in NZ with 1 in 20 adults diagnosed.

Over 50% of hospitalisations with coronary artery disease (CAD)
have NORMAL cholesterol levels

There are significant, even lifesaving benefits in early detection of any issues with your heart and… View more
Coronary heart disease and stroke is the Number 1 cause of death in NZ with 1 in 20 adults diagnosed.

Over 50% of hospitalisations with coronary artery disease (CAD)
have NORMAL cholesterol levels

There are significant, even lifesaving benefits in early detection of any issues with your heart and arteries.

Why is this test different?

This Gold Standard test uses the SphygmoCor® a scientifically validated TGA/FDA approved Pulse Wave Analyser (PWA), a non-invasive device, used in the top 20 hospitals in the USA. youtu.be...

This test not only looks at your Brachial (arm) blood pressure, it analyses your;
Central (aortic) heart pressure,
Peripheral (arteries) resistance,
Cardiac efficiency (SEVR) and
Abnormalities in heart rhythm (arrhythmia).

We will be able to show you an overview of your heart health and, if necessary, recommend very simple, achievable, pleasant, and low-cost ways to improve your heart health (think: “ increase your Omega 3”, “eat a piece of chocolate-a-day” type of interventions).

Book now,
unichempharmacy.co.nz...

Or call Katrina 02102319502

Image
1479 days ago

Hurry... Last time offer for 2020!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is your final chance to grab our FREE 3-month Premium Business Listing!

Usually $150, your 3-month Premium Business Listing enables you to reach thousands of people who live around your business! Find friendly locals who want your services, introduce your team and share what makes you … View more
This is your final chance to grab our FREE 3-month Premium Business Listing!

Usually $150, your 3-month Premium Business Listing enables you to reach thousands of people who live around your business! Find friendly locals who want your services, introduce your team and share what makes you stand out from the rest.

There's no catches and no hidden fees. It's just our small way of saying thank you for playing such an essential part in our communities.

Grab your FREE 3 Month Premium Business Listing now!

*offer ends 31 October
Get 3 Months FREE

Image
S
1481 days ago

FREE TAEKWONDO INFORMATION NIGHT

Shirley from Sockburn

Every wanted to try Taekwondo?
Free open night and demonstration.
Wednesday 28th October 5pm and 6pm

Suitable for all ages and abilities.

Fitness, strength, discipline, club atmosphere - really awesome members and always happy to see someone new.

Just bring yourself, nothing else required. … View more
Every wanted to try Taekwondo?
Free open night and demonstration.
Wednesday 28th October 5pm and 6pm

Suitable for all ages and abilities.

Fitness, strength, discipline, club atmosphere - really awesome members and always happy to see someone new.

Just bring yourself, nothing else required.

We'll answer your questions.

You can join the class, watch, ask questions.

All are welcome.

60 Hayton Road (lots of free parking)

There's even a sofa for Mum and Dad to sit and watch if you join the class.

Free

1481 days ago

Happy Fri-YAY Neighbourhood Supporters! 🥳

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We know it's our first long weekend since June and many of us are itching to hit the roads, but there's no need to rush. Make sure to slow down, buckle up and have a plan so that you can arrive safely to wherever you're going. 💖

If you're getting behind the wheel:

🌧 … View more
We know it's our first long weekend since June and many of us are itching to hit the roads, but there's no need to rush. Make sure to slow down, buckle up and have a plan so that you can arrive safely to wherever you're going. 💖

If you're getting behind the wheel:

🌧 Drive to conditions

↔️ Keep a safe following distance

😇 Be patient with other drivers

☕️ Take regular breaks to stay alert

⌚️ Allow plenty of time

👉 Use that indicator!


For the latest traffic updates:

Image
1481 days ago

Looking for planting tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say growing organic tomatoes is easier than you think. We list more crops to plant on Labour Weekend and give tips for bigger and better tulips next year. Learn the right way to harvest herbs and enlist predatory insects to eat up aphid pests.

Build a foldable climbing … View more
In this week’s issue we say growing organic tomatoes is easier than you think. We list more crops to plant on Labour Weekend and give tips for bigger and better tulips next year. Learn the right way to harvest herbs and enlist predatory insects to eat up aphid pests.

Build a foldable climbing frame for upwardly mobile crops plus go in the draw for vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries and a vege grower’s hamper from Yates.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

Image
1481 days ago

Make a sensory table

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Take an old children’s table and turn it into a fun and tactile sensory board.

Sensory boards can be made with all sorts of textures and themes for young children, and are great learning tools. Let your children help choose the Resene colours and help fun with contrasting colours.

Make the most… View more
Take an old children’s table and turn it into a fun and tactile sensory board.

Sensory boards can be made with all sorts of textures and themes for young children, and are great learning tools. Let your children help choose the Resene colours and help fun with contrasting colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

Image
Top