Kainga - Brooklands, Christchurch

Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Rejuvenate or refresh the colour of concrete inside or out with Resene ConcreteWash, a wash of sheer colour that can help to warm up the look of concrete without the need to replace it.

2411 days ago

We can help employers as well as employees

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Remember, every employee must have a written employment agreement. If you’re an employer and you want to make sure you’re doing right by your workers, and are meeting your legal obligations, visit your local CAB, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or check out our website, www.cab.org.nz.

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2411 days ago

Poll: Do you think letting fees should be scrapped?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

What are your thoughts on tenants paying letting fees? Housing Minister Phil Twyford has put forward a bill that would ban landlords from charging letting fees to tenants. Is the bill a good idea? Let us know in our poll below.
To read more click here.

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Do you think letting fees should be scrapped?
  • 80% Yes, let's get rid of fees
    80% Complete
  • 9.1% No, tenants should pay letting fees
    9.1% Complete
  • 10.9% No, but fees should be reduced
    10.9% Complete
  • 0% I'm on the fence
    0% Complete
55 votes
2411 days ago

Will you support the Kaimanawa cause?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Did you know 230 horses could be slaughtered next month if they aren't rescued in time? Of the 300 wild Kaimanawa horses in need of rescuing, only 66 have homes to go to. Are you able to support the cause?
To read more click here.

2412 days ago

Have you heard? National's Jonathan Coleman bows out

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you heard that former Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has resigned from politics? A by-election will be held for his Auckland seat.
To read more about his resignation click here.

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2412 days ago

Poll: What's your favourite NZ town?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in… View more
Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in our poll!

To read more about NZ's great town rivalries click here.

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What's your favourite NZ town?
  • 14.3% Wellington
    14.3% Complete
  • 11.9% Auckland
    11.9% Complete
  • 2.4% Napier
    2.4% Complete
  • 4.8% Palmerston North
    4.8% Complete
  • 14.3% Christchurch
    14.3% Complete
  • 2.4% Invercargill
    2.4% Complete
  • 11.9% Nelson
    11.9% Complete
  • 7.1% Rotorua
    7.1% Complete
  • 0% Queenstown
    0% Complete
  • 7.1% Dunedin
    7.1% Complete
  • 23.8% Other
    23.8% Complete
42 votes
2412 days ago

Spooky Men are coming!

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

The Spooky Men's Chorale - founded by Christchurch born Stephen Taberner - are coming to the city this weekend! Do you have tickets? Their Saturday evening show is sold out but the 4pm family show will still pack the full Spooky experience.
There is also a singing workshop hosted by the men … View more
The Spooky Men's Chorale - founded by Christchurch born Stephen Taberner - are coming to the city this weekend! Do you have tickets? Their Saturday evening show is sold out but the 4pm family show will still pack the full Spooky experience.
There is also a singing workshop hosted by the men at Cathedral College tomorrow. See the story below for details and links.
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2412 days ago

Operatunity Concert Rat Pack Returns!

Claire Mitchell from Operatunity Daytime Concerts

Join Operatunity for the Rat Pack Returns! Led by crowd pleaser Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and accompanied by a live band, we pay tribute to The Rat Pack. Featuring many of the all-time favourites like My Way and Fly Me to the Moon. Joining them is the multi-talented Rutene Spooner - he promises to … View moreJoin Operatunity for the Rat Pack Returns! Led by crowd pleaser Bonaventure Allan-Moetaua and accompanied by a live band, we pay tribute to The Rat Pack. Featuring many of the all-time favourites like My Way and Fly Me to the Moon. Joining them is the multi-talented Rutene Spooner - he promises to reprise his amazing version of Mr Bojangles - and our exciting newcomer Tainui Kuru.

Take a walk down memory lane as our singers blend vocally with tight harmonies and melodious singing, and enjoy the camaraderie and antics that the original Rat Pack were famous for.
Buy tickets now!

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2412 days ago

City council must find another $1.6 million to finish Christchurch's delayed Ngā Puna Wai sports hub

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council needs to find another $1.6 million to complete the delayed first stage of the multimillion-dollar Ngā Puna Wai sports hub.

Stage one's athletics and hockey facilities are now expected to open this winter, while tennis facilities will open next summer and rugby… View more
The Christchurch City Council needs to find another $1.6 million to complete the delayed first stage of the multimillion-dollar Ngā Puna Wai sports hub.

Stage one's athletics and hockey facilities are now expected to open this winter, while tennis facilities will open next summer and rugby league facilities will open in autumn 2019.

2414 days ago

Urgent accommodation required

Louella from Redwood

Is anyone aware of a 2 bedroom house/unit for rent at a reasonable price?
I have a father who wants to provide care for his 8 year son.

2413 days ago

Neighbours Day this Weekend!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018

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2414 days ago

work wanted

Paul from Kainga - Brooklands

good afternoon neighbours looking for some extra work lawn mowing setting out new gardens garden mantiance sprinkling systems installed waterblasting if you need help with any of the above feel free to contact one offs or weekly

2413 days ago

Have your say on the future of tax

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working … View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website today to watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Have your say on the future of tax at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
Find out more

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2413 days ago

Fully escorted Japan 2019 trip

Kellie from Parklands - Marshlands

If you are looking at Japan as a destination for next year then check out House of Travels fully escorted trip. Any questions on this or perhaps another trip, feel free to email me at work kelliew@hot.co.nz

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2414 days ago

Recap: Your decorating dilemmas answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

A talented duo of colour and painting experts from Resene joined us for a chat on Homed tonight to answer all your colour conundrums and share their top tips for perfecting your paint jobs.

If you missed it, you can still check out what they had to say and pick up some new ideas, here.

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2414 days ago

Bathroom mirrors to sell

Sue from Kaiapoi

I have 2 bathroom mirrors both exactly the same. 900mm x 700mm..
These have been removed from the walls and are ready for a new home !
$25.00 EACH mirror.
In excellent condition.
Pick up from Kaiapoi.

Price: $25

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