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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2633 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.

2633 days ago

New flowers and vege varieties

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, here's a look at some new plants out in garden centres this month.

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2636 days ago

What's the key to the answer?

Christchurch Mail

Did you know Regenerate Christchurch has around 40,000 keys from demolished homes in the Red Zone? They're asking what should be done them. What do you think? Wind chimes, sculptures, pathways....? We'd love to share your ideas in print, so please note if you don't want your comments… View moreDid you know Regenerate Christchurch has around 40,000 keys from demolished homes in the Red Zone? They're asking what should be done them. What do you think? Wind chimes, sculptures, pathways....? We'd love to share your ideas in print, so please note if you don't want your comments in the Christchurch Mail, put a NFP on your comments.

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2634 days ago

Heavy rain forecast for the city

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch could be in for a soaking over the next few days.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2635 days ago

PC LAPTOP MOBILE SALES AND REPAIR AVONHEAD

Pankaj Gupta from Tes Limited ( Computer Store )

Dear Friends

One Stop IT Shop in Avonhead Christchurch .

Lowest prices with Quality Product & Services. Experienced Staff , Wide range of Ex Lease Stock , Parts , Accessorizes , Gaming PC etc.

Services We Offer :-

*Desktop Computer & Laptop Repair
*Date Backup & Transfer … View more
Dear Friends

One Stop IT Shop in Avonhead Christchurch .

Lowest prices with Quality Product & Services. Experienced Staff , Wide range of Ex Lease Stock , Parts , Accessorizes , Gaming PC etc.

Services We Offer :-

*Desktop Computer & Laptop Repair
*Date Backup & Transfer
*Software & Windows troubleshooting & installation
*Virus Removal & System Cleaning services
*System Tune-Up and Optimization
*Network Installation & Configuration
*Free Quotes for Bulk Order & Services
*Onsite Computer Repair & Support
* Iphone , Ipad , Mobile Repair
* Mac Repair
* Old & New Pc & laptops
* Screen Replacement
* Remote Support & Rental Service for Corporate
* Website Designing , Maintaining & Development
* Web Hosting & Domain Name Sales & Support

We have Retail store for Pc , Mobile & Laptop Parts in Avonhead .

Buy Online at www.teslimited.co.nz.........

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2635 days ago

Chairs

Lee from Halswell

Four white vinyl dining chairs
Have been scratched by our cats !
May be suitable for recovering ?
$10

Negotiable

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2635 days ago

Sports field spruce up

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

There is a narrow window of opportunity each spring to renovate and prepare the fields between the winter and summer sports changeover, and this year’s wet winter brings a warning the fields may look worse for wear during the renovation process.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2636 days ago

small set of drawers for sale

Lynda from Halswell

A small set of drawers
hight 81 cm
width 51 cm
depth 44 cm
Painted in resene paint and waxed for protection with a clear wax all four drawer fronts and insides are decoupaged in a small flower patten and varnished.
Welcome to view.
Pick up Halswell
Listed elsewhere

Price: $80

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2643 days ago

distressed cabinet for sale

Lynda from Halswell

This in an individual cabinet in a very on trend style. I have layered paint and crackle glazed to give the appearance of decades of peeling paint, yet it was only painted this month. I have used neutral colours to fit in any room of any home. It has had a vintage wax for protection and the paint … View moreThis in an individual cabinet in a very on trend style. I have layered paint and crackle glazed to give the appearance of decades of peeling paint, yet it was only painted this month. I have used neutral colours to fit in any room of any home. It has had a vintage wax for protection and the paint is Resene. The back has been decoupaged in a Resene wallpaper and given a coat of varnish. I welcome you to view if this is a style you are interested in.
Hight 75 cm
width 45 cm
depth 50 cm
this is a solid piece of furniture
Pick up Halswell Listed else where.

Negotiable

2636 days ago

Making robots

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Te Hapua Halswell Centre's 3D printers have aided in the process of making a hi tech robot worth thousands of dollars. More at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...

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2636 days ago

Christchurch Arts Festival 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

This year’s Christchurch Arts Festival is a varied programme of dance, music, spoken word, visual art, theatre and comedy. You’ll find it all at www.artsfestival.co.nz... #gowild #chchartsfest

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2636 days ago

Quality second hand furniture

Stephen Brian from Christchurch Auctions Clearance Depot

Hi neighbours! What a feast of sport this weekend just gone, the All Blacks & Aussie, phew that was a nail biter! Then our wonderful gals in Black socking it to England☺ Makes one proud to be a Kiwi.
Our thoughts and prayers must go the the folks of Houston, Texas. It warms the soul seeing … View more
Hi neighbours! What a feast of sport this weekend just gone, the All Blacks & Aussie, phew that was a nail biter! Then our wonderful gals in Black socking it to England☺ Makes one proud to be a Kiwi.
Our thoughts and prayers must go the the folks of Houston, Texas. It warms the soul seeing on TV neighbour helping neighbour throughout the severe weather conditions. On a lighter note we are still jammed to the rafters with stock! 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...

2636 days ago

Join NZ Gardener's September campaign to save our pollinators!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2.… View more
Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2. Take part in The Great Kiwi Bee Count. www.stuff.co.nz...

3. Sign the petition against the sale of pesticides containing bee-harming neonicotinoids. www.stuff.co.nz...

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