Islington, Christchurch

1867 days ago

Ideas for creative teens

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project … View more
Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1867 days ago

What are you doing next week ?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Are you looking for a new challenge then why not look at volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau? We are looking for people to join our Central City team based at the ARA campus. If you would like to know more about volunteering with us, we have a video of one of our fab volunteers talking about … View moreAre you looking for a new challenge then why not look at volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau? We are looking for people to join our Central City team based at the ARA campus. If you would like to know more about volunteering with us, we have a video of one of our fab volunteers talking about her experiences on the Volunteering Canterbury website - just use the link below or go to our facebook page to learn more .

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1867 days ago

Vote for Get Growing!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. … View moreNZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply click on the link, register your details once, then vote each day until voting closes on September 4

1867 days ago

Tech Support / Computer Repairs

Andrew King from The Computer Trainers - Tech Support

Looking for user-friendly computer repairs and tech support? I can help with technical support, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery and generally just making technology work.

Andrew
021 116-7074

Please Note: Windows 7 official End of Support is January 14, 2020 - only five months away.… View more
Looking for user-friendly computer repairs and tech support? I can help with technical support, troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery and generally just making technology work.

Andrew
021 116-7074

Please Note: Windows 7 official End of Support is January 14, 2020 - only five months away. In a lot of cases these computers can still be upgraded to Windows 10.

1867 days ago

Poll: Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Are we happier owning our own home or renting?

It turns out one answer does not fit all.

Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more

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Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?
  • 90.7% Prefer to own
    90.7% Complete
  • 9.3% Prefer to rent
    9.3% Complete
1953 votes
1869 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
1870 days ago

CANADA ON SALE

SKI Travel

Hi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes … View more
Hi neighbours. Take advantage of the winter season. Don't hibernate, fly to Canada for a ski adventure!

At SKI CANADA enjoy long runs, minimal queues and incredible snow.

CANADA ON SALE now. Book by 31 August to get one of these great ski packages starting from *$2,585 pp.

Includes airfares on Air Canada, 7 nights accommodation, lift passes and transfers.

Special conditions apply.
Find out more

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1875 days ago

Cloud Ocean proposes mothballing Christchurch water bottling plant

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A controversial water bottling plant in Christchurch could be mothballed with the loss of 125 jobs.

Cloud Ocean Water, which operates a water bottling plant at Belfast, announced on Wednesday it proposed to mothball its two production lines "due to challenging market conditions and working … View more
A controversial water bottling plant in Christchurch could be mothballed with the loss of 125 jobs.

Cloud Ocean Water, which operates a water bottling plant at Belfast, announced on Wednesday it proposed to mothball its two production lines "due to challenging market conditions and working capital constraints".

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1870 days ago

FOR SALE

George from Halswell

1996 Mazda Famalia Rego expires 7 2 20 W O F Expires FEB. 2020 Blue paintwork show stone chip trolley damage and roof has U V Blotching Needs hub caps … View more1996 Mazda Famalia Rego expires 7 2 20 W O F Expires FEB. 2020 Blue paintwork show stone chip trolley damage and roof has U V Blotching Needs hub caps Rubber good Aimost new battery. Low kms. Reliable even though not very tidy

Price: $1,800

1870 days ago

Out of My Mind - our latest podcast is now live

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View more
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.

There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.

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1871 days ago

Seminar for parents of teens on 15 August

Grant from Halswell

Guiding teenagers through various career and study options available to them in the modern world can be a challenge. Parents and caregivers of secondary school-aged children are invited to attend a FREE seminar where UC Career Consultant Dave Petrie will talk with you about how you can support your… View moreGuiding teenagers through various career and study options available to them in the modern world can be a challenge. Parents and caregivers of secondary school-aged children are invited to attend a FREE seminar where UC Career Consultant Dave Petrie will talk with you about how you can support your child's career decisions.

7pm Thursday 15 August
John Britten Building (Foyer), 69 Creyke Road, Christchurch

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1871 days ago

Thanks Warehouse Stationery!

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

We want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and … View moreWe want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and achieve success!

More than 1,000 young people have completed the Aspire programme, and thanks to the generosity of Warehouse Stationery customers, many more will get the chance to take part in the course in the future.

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1871 days ago

Notice of Citizens Advice Bureau - Christchurch Area AGM

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 27th August, 10 - 12 pm, at Papanui Methodist Church, 68 Harewood Road. All members of the public are welcome to attend.

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1871 days ago

Life According to Dad – Win $500*

The Team from

If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View more
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.

To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.

Share your dad’s life lessons and be in to win a $500* Prezzy card.

Click here to share your dad’s nuggets of wisdom – and be in to win $500*.

T's & C's apply*.
Share your lessons

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1875 days ago

Take the ultimate Kiwi pie roadie

Reporter Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Love a pie? Love a road trip? We've mapped the perfect pie roadie, so you can sample New Zealand's best award-winning pastry treats while making your way around our beautiful country (and there's even a pie or two in your neck of the woods).

Check them out here.

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