Kainga - Brooklands, Christchurch

Want to get to know your neighbours?

Want to get to know your neighbours?

Check out our Know Thy Neighbour page here.

481 days ago

Could you spot the signs of a heart attack?

Heart Foundation NZ

Heart attack is a leading cause of death in New Zealand.
Learn to recognise the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack, so you know what to do if you see or experience them. Don’t try to walk it off, wash it off or push through it. Make the right call, it may save your life.

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482 days ago

Kinder communities

Nevine from Rangiora

There is a little coffee shop, where two people arrive and approached the counter.
“Five coffees ☕️please. Two for us and three hanging.”
They paid, they took their two coffees and left.
I asked the waiter. "What’s this about hanging coffees?"
“Wait and you'll see."
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There is a little coffee shop, where two people arrive and approached the counter.
“Five coffees ☕️please. Two for us and three hanging.”
They paid, they took their two coffees and left.
I asked the waiter. "What’s this about hanging coffees?"
“Wait and you'll see."
Some more people came in.
Two girls asked for a coffee each, they paid & left.
The following order was for seven coffees and it was made by three women - ‘three for them and four hanging coffees.’
I was left wondering...what is the meaning of the hanging coffees, they leave.
Then, a man dressed in worn clothes, who looks like he might be homeless, arrives at the counter and asks sincerely...
“Do you have a coffee hanging?"
“Yes we do, sir.”
They serve him a coffee.... I got my answer.
People pay in advance for a coffee that will be served to whoever can't afford a hot drink.
This tradition started in Naples.
Amazingly, it has spread throughout the world’s cities and towns.
It’s also possible to order not only "hanging coffees" but also a sandwich or a full low cost meal.
Wouldn’t it be great if we could all start doing this in the cities and towns where we live?
Small kindnesses like this can impact so many lives, in ways we could never imagine.
Maybe we should all try it.😊❤️🌹
Suspended Coffees

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481 days ago

fencing gear

Sue from Kaiapoi

posts, mixed sizes x12 1 standard gate and coil of sheep netting $200

Price: $200

487 days ago

RIDDLES

Don from Parklands - Marshlands

I am all oiled up and ready for some original riddles that are stimulating. Cheers all.

483 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Wherever you are, whatever your problem with food, AEA can help

Addictive Eaters Anonymous members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA, members find peace of mind and the … View more
Wherever you are, whatever your problem with food, AEA can help

Addictive Eaters Anonymous members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA, members find peace of mind and the ability to live a meaningful and productive life.

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483 days ago

Looking for that dream job and need help with your CV?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Why not book onto our FREE CV workshop.

The workshop runs on Friday, 4th August from 10-11.30am and goes through:
- how to put together the perfect CV for the New Zealand job market
- writing cover letters to highlight your key skills
- job hunting tips

To book your place email … View more
Why not book onto our FREE CV workshop.

The workshop runs on Friday, 4th August from 10-11.30am and goes through:
- how to put together the perfect CV for the New Zealand job market
- writing cover letters to highlight your key skills
- job hunting tips

To book your place email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

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483 days ago

Alicraft Dingy

Sue from Kaiapoi

Aluminuim 4m long boat includes trailer
Needs new cable for gearbox
life jackets, tote tank, oar rollocks and 60m rope
phone or text 027 326 7131

Price: $2,000

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484 days ago

Electronic convertor

Corran from Rangiora

I need help me with a electronic convertor from 12volts to 6 volts for petrol gauge uses a small LM79XX chip. Can you ring 021565688. Thanks

Free

486 days ago

I have a problem with my neighbour's tree - what can I do?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We get lots of calls from people who have a problem with a neighbour's tree. The best thing you can do is talk to each other and try and agree a way forward.

If that doesn't work, read the information on our website (see link under 'Read More') about what to do if:
- your… View more
We get lots of calls from people who have a problem with a neighbour's tree. The best thing you can do is talk to each other and try and agree a way forward.

If that doesn't work, read the information on our website (see link under 'Read More') about what to do if:
- your neighbour’s tree is blocking your sun or damaging your property;
- branches of your neighbour’s tree are overhanging onto your property but not causing damage to your property;
- a neighbour’s tree is hanging over the shared driveway;
- fruit from your neighbour's tree is overhanging onto your property.

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485 days ago

Yoga

Jackie from Kaiapoi

Looking for yoga classes for mature people I’m a 72 yrs old female. Thks

486 days ago

Colour your summer

The Team from Resene ColorShop Papanui

Get creative with colour with these art projects using Resene paints.

Find out how to get creative with these easy ideas.

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490 days ago

Poll: Should we pay people for giving blood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these … View moreThe Blood Service says it needs 40,000​ new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these donations?

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Should we pay people for giving blood?
  • 31.8% Yes, it makes sense
    31.8% Complete
  • 50.7% No, that's too risky
    50.7% Complete
  • 17.6% I'd need more information
    17.6% Complete
2141 votes
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487 days ago

POTTED DAFFODILS

Arthur from Rangiora

I will be outside the FARMERS BUILDING in High street this afternoon from 1 pm and again tomorrow morning selling the mini daffodils, TETE-A-TETE for only $10 per pot with $3 per pot sold going to the CANCER SOCIETY.

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488 days ago

Rangiora Museum

Norma from Rangiora

Andrew Blackwell, director of Kaiapoi’s Blackwells Dept Store, a family-run institution in North Canterbury since the 1870’s, will be speaking and illustrating the store’s history at the Rangiora Museum, 29 Good Street, on Thursday 27th July, 7.30pm. Join us at our cosy Museum for an … View moreAndrew Blackwell, director of Kaiapoi’s Blackwells Dept Store, a family-run institution in North Canterbury since the 1870’s, will be speaking and illustrating the store’s history at the Rangiora Museum, 29 Good Street, on Thursday 27th July, 7.30pm. Join us at our cosy Museum for an interesting community evening. All welcome and donations appreciated from non-members. Supper will be served.

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488 days ago

Head Board

Anne from Rangiora

Queen size wooden had board for sale.$45 ono

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