Islington, Christchurch

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Check out the goodies on offer here. Or...it's not too late to list your own items for sale!

2580 days ago

Which pollinator are you?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Take this fun and absolutely unscientific quiz to identify your spirit pollinator! And hopefully, you'll enjoy it as a quirky way to learn a few facts about the pollinators in your garden.

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2581 days ago

What household task would you like a hand with?

Student Job Search

Could your household do with a spruce up? Spring is here which means it’s time to get your home into shape! It’s true we could all do with an extra pair of hands around the house, but what would you use them for? Student Job Search has 35 years of experience matching household employers with … View moreCould your household do with a spruce up? Spring is here which means it’s time to get your home into shape! It’s true we could all do with an extra pair of hands around the house, but what would you use them for? Student Job Search has 35 years of experience matching household employers with students – So what household task do you need help with? Let us know here by voting in our poll. Vote now!

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2595 days ago

retro mirror

Lynda from Halswell

a retro mirror for a dressing table
pick up halswell

Price: $55

2581 days ago

Rooster

Raeline from Rolleston

12 month old rooster to give away, doesn't like my new turkey

Free

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2581 days ago

Quality second hand furniture

Stephen Brian from Christchurch Auctions Clearance Depot

Hi neighbours. Lovely weekend it was for the ducks! The start of another week and sunshine is on the wish list, with so many butter coloured daffodils out it must be spring☺ Enjoy your week folks and do call in and say hi. We are 7 days now so come on in and have a leisurely look. 4 Curletts Rd … View moreHi neighbours. Lovely weekend it was for the ducks! The start of another week and sunshine is on the wish list, with so many butter coloured daffodils out it must be spring☺ Enjoy your week folks and do call in and say hi. We are 7 days now so come on in and have a leisurely look. 4 Curletts Rd or check out our website www.christchurchauctions.co.nz......

2581 days ago

Dog's Day Out - The Breeze Walking Festival 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

How does your dog react when you mention the W word? Take your four-legged dog friend on a walk as part of The Breeze Walking Festival. Go on, make their day. For more information about the event go to: bit.ly...

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2581 days ago

NZ Gardener's Plan Bee

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Have you put your bee-friendly garden on this map yet? If you've got a garden that feeds bees and pollinators, plot your address on our Plan Bee map and in a day or so, a little bee will pop up and we'll all see New Zealand becoming more bee-friendly... one garden at a time!

To read … View more
Have you put your bee-friendly garden on this map yet? If you've got a garden that feeds bees and pollinators, plot your address on our Plan Bee map and in a day or so, a little bee will pop up and we'll all see New Zealand becoming more bee-friendly... one garden at a time!

To read more about Plan Bee: bit.ly...

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2581 days ago

Poll: Need some help at home?

Student Job Search

For 35 years Student Job Search has been providing a free employment service for students and employers, covering a whole range of jobs. We understand that sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day for all those household tasks! That's why we're here to help. We want to know … View moreFor 35 years Student Job Search has been providing a free employment service for students and employers, covering a whole range of jobs. We understand that sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day for all those household tasks! That's why we're here to help. We want to know the number one job that you would like help with at home! Vote below.

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Need some help at home?
  • 40.2% Cleaning
    40.2% Complete
  • 48.7% Gardening
    48.7% Complete
  • 3.5% Childcare
    3.5% Complete
  • 1.9% Home tutoring
    1.9% Complete
  • 1.7% Help moving house
    1.7% Complete
  • 0.8% Filing documents
    0.8% Complete
  • 3.1% General errands
    3.1% Complete
1566 votes
2581 days ago

Poll: Mahuru Māori: what does kia kaha mean?

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Kia ora! Next week is Māori Language Week and we're planning a special edition, celebrating the tangata whenua of our region.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no … View more
Kia ora! Next week is Māori Language Week and we're planning a special edition, celebrating the tangata whenua of our region.
How good is your reo? We're going to challenge you to guess what common Māori words and phrases mean every day this week. Take your best guess - and no cheating (Googling) until after you've guessed!

***What does kia kaha mean?

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Mahuru Māori: what does kia kaha mean?
  • 97.3% Stay strong!
    97.3% Complete
  • 0% Look out!
    0% Complete
  • 2% Hot food!
    2% Complete
  • 0.7% That hurt!
    0.7% Complete
147 votes
2583 days ago

REAL NZ: The great New Zealand state of the nation survey

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And … View moreHi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And it's just 10 short multi-choice questions!

Take the survey today and we'll put you in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards.

The findings will be reported next weekend in the Sunday Star-Times and on Neighbourly.co.nz.
Take the survey

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2583 days ago

Landscaping sand

Dianne from Wigram

Approx 3 wheelbarrows of landscaping sand that is used to mix with cement etc when paving or other landscaping projects.
You can even have the tarpaulins pick up Wigram.Txt 0211806933
Now going for free as We want it GONE!!!!

Free

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2583 days ago

Computer Cleaning Services

Eric from Sockburn

Hi everyone, I can help you cleaning your computer from dust and back as new inside the CPU , I do windows and anti virus updates , any interested just call this # 0212609661..thank you!

2584 days ago

A supermarket with a difference

FreshChoice City Market

FreshChoice City Market has been open for over a week! It’s a supermarket with a difference in the heart of Christchurch with a focus on being ‘loyal to local’.

We’ll be bringing you a range of fresh produce, meats, cakes, treat-me items plus more, all at competitive prices. … View more
FreshChoice City Market has been open for over a week! It’s a supermarket with a difference in the heart of Christchurch with a focus on being ‘loyal to local’.

We’ll be bringing you a range of fresh produce, meats, cakes, treat-me items plus more, all at competitive prices. Come down and see us at The Crossing, 71 Lichfield Street.

We’ll also be hosting a Jazz Saturday on Saturday 9th September from 12pm – 6pm. There will be live music, delicious tastings and in-store specials. We look forward to meeting you!
Find out more

2584 days ago

Zero fees Certificate in Computer Graphics

Animation College

Learn foundation design and Adobe Photoshop skills to launch yourself into the new year! Students enrolling in this course will develop a powerful toolkit that they can then take out into the world in a variety of ways. Whether they want to kick-start a home business, create assets for … View moreLearn foundation design and Adobe Photoshop skills to launch yourself into the new year! Students enrolling in this course will develop a powerful toolkit that they can then take out into the world in a variety of ways. Whether they want to kick-start a home business, create assets for live-streaming content, or just want to know how to use industry-standard software, this certificate will have you covered.

We now have Christchurch classes available! Running over 15 weeks, commences 4 September 2017.

Don’t miss your chance to up skill for Zero Fees!
Apply now

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2584 days ago

Budgeting & How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Budgeting

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?

There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.

Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a … View more
Budgeting

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?

There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.

Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a budgeting service that suits your situation. Some CABs also run regular budgeting clinics.

The Financial Capability Trust website and the Family Services directory also list budgeting services and financial mentors around New Zealand.

You can also get budgeting and debt management information and advice on the Sorted website.

You might be interested in joining a local MoneyMates groups. These are support groups for people wanting to improve their budgeting skills.


How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

It mostly boils down to living within your means – in other words, spending no more than the amount you earn and only borrowing money (e.g. a student loan) if you are confident of your ability to pay it back.

You can do this by putting together a budget which lists your total income and all of your expenses. You can download a budget worksheet for free from The Budgeting Hub website or the Work and Income website, or use the online budgeting tool on the Sorted website.

A budget advisory service (see above) can help you put a budget together and work out ways for you to reduce your spending or increase your income.

The Sorted website also has advice to help you manage your debt.

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