Islington, Christchurch

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1507 days ago

Water quality data reveals a 'very mixed bag' for Canterbury rivers

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Land Air Water Aotearoa found urban waterways generally had the worst water quality, followed by those flowing through pastureland, while those in native forest had the best.

One expert said it was hard to find a Canterbury river where at least one indicator was not degrading, but improving … View more
Land Air Water Aotearoa found urban waterways generally had the worst water quality, followed by those flowing through pastureland, while those in native forest had the best.

One expert said it was hard to find a Canterbury river where at least one indicator was not degrading, but improving quality was a long-term game and people need to keep their eye on the ball.

Read the full story here.

1507 days ago

Leave your home feeling and smelling fresh

Owner Operator from SteamPro Carpet Cleaning Christchurch

We love our furry family members, but sometimes they can cause havoc for our carpets... Do your's need a freshen up?
WE CAN HELP!

Perhaps your past rental tenants had pets and there's a lingering smell?

Our deoderising services will neutralise any odours and leave your home or … View more
We love our furry family members, but sometimes they can cause havoc for our carpets... Do your's need a freshen up?
WE CAN HELP!

Perhaps your past rental tenants had pets and there's a lingering smell?

Our deoderising services will neutralise any odours and leave your home or property feeling and smelling fresh!

DM us for more info or book ONLINE today!
027 207 5588
admin@steampro.co.nz
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1507 days ago

Everything’s better at first light with Hummingbird Coffee

Hummingbird Coffee

Watch the world wake up from the patio at @room205chch, in the north west of Christchurch. At first light, barista Olivia and her dog Arlo take in the serenity of the neighbourhood, before serving up Hummingbird to the local early birds.

Sunny days guarantee that our patio will be full of … View more
Watch the world wake up from the patio at @room205chch, in the north west of Christchurch. At first light, barista Olivia and her dog Arlo take in the serenity of the neighbourhood, before serving up Hummingbird to the local early birds.

Sunny days guarantee that our patio will be full of guests enjoying a drink or treat. On not-so-sunny days, we also offer comfortable seating inside our cafe with free wifi and plenty of outlets!

What’s your first light moment at Room 205 - Fendalton?

Discover what #BetterAtFirstLight means to us at hummingbirdcoffee.com
Find out more

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1508 days ago

Election 2020: Wigram candidates for local MP

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Wigram's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity … View more
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Wigram's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.

Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.

Why does my MP matter?

The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.

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1510 days ago

re parts

Richard from Hornby

Does anyone have sitting in there sheds a 4 hp mercury outboard for parts or any parts at all

1509 days ago

SSG Pollination Party next weekend!!

Tina from Lincoln

Better late than never!!
Help us celebrate Bee Awareness Month in The Secret Garden by BEE-ing part of our BUG-FRIENDLY PLANTING PARTY!
There’s HIVES of fun to be had!
Make your mark on our Pollinator Patch by helping to build homes for our fluttery friends, make garden markers & watering … View more
Better late than never!!
Help us celebrate Bee Awareness Month in The Secret Garden by BEE-ing part of our BUG-FRIENDLY PLANTING PARTY!
There’s HIVES of fun to be had!
Make your mark on our Pollinator Patch by helping to build homes for our fluttery friends, make garden markers & watering stations for our essential buggy buddies & plant beneficial herbs & flowers around our little piece of POLLINATOR PARADISE!
Paint your favourite pollinator on our Garden Mural!
Best dressed BUG wins a BUZZin’ prize!!!
Bake Sale! Crafts & Preserves! Plant & Seed Sale!
Sign up to our database on the day to go in the draw to win some BEEautiful spot prizes!
Sunday 4 th October 11am – 2pm
Springston Secret Garden
387b Ellesmere Junction Rd
springstonsecretgarden@gmail.com
Contact Tina for further information

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1510 days ago

Snooze you loose :) time to turn those clocks forward again :)

Andy Noble from Noble Auto Services

Hi everyone!
As we are all running around getting busy as spring is here again do not forget to turn your clocks forward one hour tonight :)
Do not miss out on our service plans as we turn those clocks forward to get you on the road safely with peace of mind that all is well with your cars :)

1512 days ago

Why 2021 will be the year of the long weekend

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once … View more
Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once you’ve tacked on the weekends, you’ll end up getting a whopping 25 days off out of those 10 stat days, plus your region’s anniversary day.

To find out how to get the most out of your annual leave next year, click here.

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1511 days ago

Footstool

Trevor from Yaldhurst

Near new, vinyl covering. Have two available, price is per each $35.00 or the two for $60.00

Price: $35

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1511 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a … View more
In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a year-round food supply. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and there’s another chance to win Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

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:

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1511 days ago

Christchurch's Hornby Clocktower site set to change hands

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

The well-known former Hornby Clocktower site is for sale.

On the corner of Main South Rd and Brynley St, the property is the site of the former Hornby Clocktower building that marked the southern entrance to Christchurch for more than 50 years.

It was built by accomplished Christchurch architect … View more
The well-known former Hornby Clocktower site is for sale.

On the corner of Main South Rd and Brynley St, the property is the site of the former Hornby Clocktower building that marked the southern entrance to Christchurch for more than 50 years.

It was built by accomplished Christchurch architect Don Donnithorne in the 1960s, who was part of a new school of architects who dominated Christchurch's post-war cityscape with clean, modernist designs, and was home to the Central Canterbury Electric Power Board.

Family-owned investment company Epoch bought the property in 2005. They completed a full refurbishment in 2010, just three months before the February 2011 earthquake. The building was demolished in 2014.

Epoch has redeveloped the site into a mixed-use complex, naming it the Clocktower Centre in a nod to the past.

It comprises four main buildings with a total of 11 tenancies including fast food chain Carl’s Jr, Snap Fitness, Australian retailer Godfreys, Oil Changers and a host of other businesses.

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1511 days ago

Exceed retractable insect screens

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Keep out annoying bugs and enjoy the warmer weather ☀️?
With a whiff of Spring in the air now, you can start thinking about Summer…
Exceed’ s retractable insect screens for windows and doors are the perfect solution to enjoy a bug free and spray free home ?

Our clever screens can be pulled… View more
Keep out annoying bugs and enjoy the warmer weather ☀️?
With a whiff of Spring in the air now, you can start thinking about Summer…
Exceed’ s retractable insect screens for windows and doors are the perfect solution to enjoy a bug free and spray free home ?

Our clever screens can be pulled into place when needed, then pushed back into a discrete, tidy cassette when not in use.

✅They are smooth and easy to operate

✅They are stylish, robust and a significant innovation over old-style hinged or sliding screens that were permanently visible all year round

✅They can be colour matched to your joinery

✅They provide natural ventilation

✅They fit most window and door configurations including, hinged, bi-fold, sliders and French doors

Keep the bugs and mozzies away ?

Give us a call today on 0800 25 25 00 so we can make sure your order is placed early and the screens are ready for summertime!

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1511 days ago

Paint a hat box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most… View more
Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

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

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1511 days ago

Spring Open Days

Burlington Village Limited

Join us this weekend as we welcome spring at Burlington Village with live music, complimentary barista made coffees and village tours.
171 Prestons Road, Redwood

The head 2km down the road to Alpine View where we have Ice Cream Charlie providing free ice creams, demonstrations of our exciting … View more
Join us this weekend as we welcome spring at Burlington Village with live music, complimentary barista made coffees and village tours.
171 Prestons Road, Redwood

The head 2km down the road to Alpine View where we have Ice Cream Charlie providing free ice creams, demonstrations of our exciting Spritely technology and a chance to tour our facilities, apartments and show homes.
448 Prestons Road, Waitikiri

10am – 2pm, This Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September.
Contact us

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1512 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Wonderland - the 1906 equivalent of a theme park - was set up in Christchurch's Hagley Park during the New Zealand International Exhibition.

It included a "most riotous" water chute, which sent people hurtling into Victoria Lake on a small boat.

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