Kainga - Brooklands, Christchurch

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39 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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16 days ago

What’s the most overrated Christmas tradition, in your opinion?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View more
Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.

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12 days ago

Floor Rug

Elizabeth from Kaiapoi

Handmade Indian Rug. Size 150cmx210cm.100% wool. Cream /Grey. Ex used condition, clean. Welcome to view. Can deliver locally. Tele 03 3270633. $100

Price: $100

12 days ago

Ryman brings Christmas cheer

The Team from Ryman Northwood Retirement Village

Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand … View more
Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand families having to cut back on essentials.

Ryman residents were overwhelmingly in support of the idea, with many volunteering to help choose the gifts to fill over 1000 shoeboxes with thoughtful items.

Click read more for the full story.

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33 days ago

What's your favourite tomato recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to … View moreKia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.

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12 days ago

Have you shown us your Christmas tree?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Less than a week left to enter this merry competition.

With lots of spot prizes to win (as well as the title of NZ's Merriest Home), it's worth getting out your camera phone and taking a picture of your festive abode!

Check out the Christmassy homes here.
Enter now

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13 days ago

🌟 MEGA GARAGE SALE – A TREASURE HUNT LIKE NO OTHER! 🌟

Thomas from Parklands - Marshlands

🌟 MEGA GARAGE SALE – A TREASURE HUNT LIKE NO OTHER! 🌟


📅 Saturday, 14th December
🕗 Set Your Alarms: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 317 Westminster Street, Mairehau, Christchurch

This is the garage sale you've been waiting for, packed with amazing finds for every bargain hunter,… View more
🌟 MEGA GARAGE SALE – A TREASURE HUNT LIKE NO OTHER! 🌟


📅 Saturday, 14th December
🕗 Set Your Alarms: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 317 Westminster Street, Mairehau, Christchurch

This is the garage sale you've been waiting for, packed with amazing finds for every bargain hunter, collector, and thrifty shopper out there!

Step into a world of incredible deals and hidden gems that you won’t find anywhere else.

Whether you’re a book lover looking to stock up on fascinating reads, a fashion enthusiast searching for stylish clothes at unbeatable prices, or a homeowner ready to upgrade your tools with a reliable lawn mower, we’ve got something for everyone!

For the fun-seekers, there’s even a trampoline, perfect for family fun and keeping the kids entertained. Movie buffs can snag a handy DVD rack to organize their collections, and lovers of all things quirky and unique will be thrilled with our wide array of bric & brac items – from charming decor to unexpected treasures, it’s all here waiting for you!

🛍️ Whether you’re on the hunt for practical essentials, one-of-a-kind finds, or just a great way to spend your Saturday morning exploring, this sale promises to have it all.

With such a massive variety of items on offer, you’ll need to bring your sharpest bargain-hunting instincts and an empty car boot to take it all home.

💸 Don’t let someone else snag your perfect find – arrive early for the best selection, and get ready to score amazing deals on items you didn’t even know you needed!

✨ So, grab your friends, your family, and your neighbors, and head down to 317 Westminster Street, Mairehau, Christchurch this Saturday for a treasure hunt that will make your weekend unforgettable.

Remember, the early bird catches the worm, so don’t miss out – we can’t wait to see you there! 🛒

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19 days ago

Poll: Are quality products on the decline?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?

Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!

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Are quality products on the decline?
  • 92.3% Yes
    92.3% Complete
  • 7.1% No
    7.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
1721 votes
25 days ago

Georgina's Rhubarb Crumble

The Team from Ryman Northwood Retirement Village

Craving a dessert that makes the most of spring's fresh produce? Look no further than Georgina's signature Rhubarb Crumble.

This delicious treat has become a favourite at Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village, where the sweet and tangy aroma often wafts through the air, tempting neighbours … View more
Craving a dessert that makes the most of spring's fresh produce? Look no further than Georgina's signature Rhubarb Crumble.

This delicious treat has become a favourite at Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village, where the sweet and tangy aroma often wafts through the air, tempting neighbours in for a taste. It’s also a hit with Georgina's 13-year-old granddaughter, Brooklyn, who loves serving it warm with gooey custard or a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream.

Click read more for the recipe.

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14 days ago

Raspberries Made Easy – Become a Home Raspberry Grower! 🌿 (Get several plants for $30)

Richard from Rangiora

Discover how simple it is to grow your own raspberries, even if you're new to gardening!

Pick up my free ‘How To Grow Raspberries’ guide with your purchase.

Why grow raspberries?
- Prolific fruiters: By following a few simple steps, raspberries will give you a big yield each … View more
Discover how simple it is to grow your own raspberries, even if you're new to gardening!

Pick up my free ‘How To Grow Raspberries’ guide with your purchase.

Why grow raspberries?
- Prolific fruiters: By following a few simple steps, raspberries will give you a big yield each season.

- Perfect for freezing: Stock up on raspberries for winter—no other fruit freezes as well.

- Effortless growing: They’re surprisingly low-maintenance when you follow a few simple steps (my free guide covers it all).

- Garden-friendly: Wondering if they’ll take over? They won’t! Just follow my free guide.

This sale includes a variety of plant bundles: Choose the best $30 deal for you.

- Get 2x $15 plants (plus 1 small bonus plant)

- Get 1x $20 and 1x $10 plant (plus 1 small bonus plant)

- Get 3x $10 plants (plus 1 small bonus plant)

- Get 7x $5 plants

- Or get a different combination.

Spend more and get a better deal.

All raspberries have been transplanted from existing Clutha, Heritage and Lewis varieties. They produce fantastic raspberries.
All plants are grown in top-quality soil.

Pick up in Rangiora.

With a $60+ purchase, I’ll deliver within a 30-minute drive of Rangiora (extra $10).

Get in touch, grab your plants, and the free guide and start your berry-growing journey!

NOTE:
I grow raspberries as well as strawberries, blueberries, thornless blackberries, apples, stone fruit, citrus, tomatoes and more. Raspberries are the easiest by far.

NOTE: We will need to exchange mobile numbers before pickup.

14 days ago

Buxus plants for sale

Richard from Rangiora

Buxus plants for sale - Minimum sale $30
19 plants left
$6-12 each, discounts for bulk purchases

Pick up in Rangiora.

About Buxus plants
Buxus (boxwood or box plant) is an evergreen shrub. It is slow-growing, and produces small dense foliage and thrives when trimmed. Buxom is commonly … View more
Buxus plants for sale - Minimum sale $30
19 plants left
$6-12 each, discounts for bulk purchases

Pick up in Rangiora.

About Buxus plants
Buxus (boxwood or box plant) is an evergreen shrub. It is slow-growing, and produces small dense foliage and thrives when trimmed. Buxom is commonly used for low hedging, it grows well in pots and is ideal for topiary.

NOTE: I also have raspberries, thornless blackberries, and pumpkins.

For an $80+ order I'm prepared to deliver to within 30 minutes of Rangiora (extra $10)

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15 days ago

📢Special Offer for December!

Melissa from Emergency Cards Limited

Wherever life takes you—or even at home—an Emergency Card or Tag provides peace of mind for people of all ages. Independent children, active adults, and seniors alike can use it as an emergency contact card, no medical condition required. With no ongoing fees or memberships, only include the … View moreWherever life takes you—or even at home—an Emergency Card or Tag provides peace of mind for people of all ages. Independent children, active adults, and seniors alike can use it as an emergency contact card, no medical condition required. With no ongoing fees or memberships, only include the information you choose to. Speaks for you when you can’t.

Purchase an Emergency Card, Tag, or Combo this December, enter NEIGHBOURLY at checkout for 20% discount, or choose to donate the savings to a worthy local cause instead!

Buy one for yourself or a loved one today and feel secure knowing help and loved ones are always within reach. Because you never know when an accident or medical event may happen. 🎄

(Offer valid 01/12/24 - 31/12/24)

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15 days ago

🎄 Need a gift for the hard-to-buy-for?🎄

Mags4Gifts

Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View more
Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, we’ve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.

Don’t miss out – shop now at Mags4Gifts.com and enjoy the savings!
Find out more

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16 days ago

Evolving

Don from Parklands - Marshlands

Childhood is a “disorder” identified by short stature, “legume anorexia”, tantrums, poor sphincter control, childishness, imaginary friends and deficits in language and reasoning.
They exit this stage and mature as grownups.
That will evolve into the stage when they groan as they stand … View more
Childhood is a “disorder” identified by short stature, “legume anorexia”, tantrums, poor sphincter control, childishness, imaginary friends and deficits in language and reasoning.
They exit this stage and mature as grownups.
That will evolve into the stage when they groan as they stand up.

Remember, it is often not what you say, but what you say, when you say it and to whom you say it.

16 days ago

Online phishing scam

The Team from New Zealand Police

With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a … View more
With Christmas fast approaching, Police are encouraging people to be aware of online phishing scams.
The holiday season can already be a stressful time, and the last thing you want is to lose large sums of money to a scam.
A phishing scam is an online scam, where the offender pretends to be a trustworthy person or organisation to try and get a victim’s personal information.
Police has received a number of phishing scam reports with offenders targeting people who are selling items or services online like Trade Me and Facebook Marketplace.
The offenders pretend to be an interested buyer, and urgently request to buy your product and arrange a courier pickup.
The victim receives a fake courier website link to complete a verification process asking for personal details, like bank account numbers, passwords, and phone numbers.
Once provided these details, the offender uses these to access a victim’s bank account, tricking the victim into proving any multifactor authentication code sent from the victim’s bank.
The money in the victim’s bank account is then taken by the offender once access is gained.
Police are urging members of the public to be cautious, especially when someone in person or online is asking you to give them money or your personal details like bank accounts and passwords.
Never comply with a request asking you to provide or ‘verify’ your online banking details.
Legitimate organisations will never ask you to do this.
If you are unsure if it is real, please contact your bank by the phone number on their official website or go to your nearest branch.
If you receive a courier website link from a potential buyer, this is likely a scam.
Please do not fill out the verification process.
Use the social media/trading platform’s reporting tools to report the scam and the user involved.
You can also make a report to Netsafe at report.netsafe.org.nz.
If you have handed over your online banking details, contact your bank immediately and suspend your account.
If you think you have been scammed (provided your banking details and/or suffered a loss), please gather as much information you can and make a report to Police online through 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.

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