Kainga - Brooklands, Christchurch

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380 days ago

Akaroa French Festival - this weekend 6-8 October

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Akaroa French Festival is a 3-day weekend event celebrating the unique culture and heritage of Banks Peninsula.

The festival hub will be in the Akaroa Recreational Ground, where guests can enjoy some live music, taste local food and wine as well as lots of French cuisine, or take in the local … View more
Akaroa French Festival is a 3-day weekend event celebrating the unique culture and heritage of Banks Peninsula.

The festival hub will be in the Akaroa Recreational Ground, where guests can enjoy some live music, taste local food and wine as well as lots of French cuisine, or take in the local fashion show and a French cooking demonstration.

Check under 'Read More' for a link to all the activities

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380 days ago

Silverstream From Above

Silverstream Subdivision

Check out this awesome picture of Silverstream and Kaiapoi from above ✈️

The golden morning light really makes Silverstream's landscape pop, with its open green spaces and the beautiful river running through 🌅

Can you spot your house? 🏡

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380 days ago

#RWCfans

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've loving our Rugby World Cup fans sharing their photos on Neighbourly and bringing the spirit!

These fans below have won some spot prizes, keep sharing your photos to be in to win!

381 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene

Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask … View more
Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask our staff for expert advice on everything from choosing the right colour and paint to how to apply it for the best finish.
Find out more

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381 days ago

Kaiapoi Borough School 150th Jubilee

Sarah from Kaiapoi

Kaiapoi Borough School - Te Kura Tuatahi o Kaiapoi - was established in 1873 and is proud to celebrate 150 years this November.

Come along to see the school as it is now, catch up with some familiar faces, and reminisce about the time you were associated with the school!

FRIDAY 24 NOVEMBER
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Kaiapoi Borough School - Te Kura Tuatahi o Kaiapoi - was established in 1873 and is proud to celebrate 150 years this November.

Come along to see the school as it is now, catch up with some familiar faces, and reminisce about the time you were associated with the school!

FRIDAY 24 NOVEMBER
1pm-3pm
- Mihi whakatau welcome
- School tour
- Planting of a tree
- Time capsule

6:00pm - 11:00pm
- Dinner at the Kaiapoi Club with guest speaker, ex-principal John Warburton

SATURDAY 25 NOVEMBER
11:30am - 2:00pm
- Photos of the decades on display
- Classrooms open
- Lunch
- Cutting of the cake

Hurry, ticket sales close Friday 3 November.
To register, please visit: events.humanitix.com....

Follow our Facebook page: www.facebook.com...

We look forward to having you join us!

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383 days ago

What's it like living with a loud voice

Sanda Reporter from Stuff

Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you… View more
Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you can relate to any such scenario, I would love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or you can email me at sanda.arambepola@stuff.co.nz
Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article.

Thank you for taking the time to share your stories.

382 days ago

Turmeric - The Miracle Spice (High Strength Curcumin VEGAN) made in NZ

Rae from Rangiora

Hello Neighbours
Pure Revival is my own brand, made here in NZ using high quality ingredients and of course vegan.

Turmeric is now on a special $23.50 for 60 caps. For more information please visit my website: www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Turmeric is part of Ayurvedic medicine and … View more
Hello Neighbours
Pure Revival is my own brand, made here in NZ using high quality ingredients and of course vegan.

Turmeric is now on a special $23.50 for 60 caps. For more information please visit my website: www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Turmeric is part of Ayurvedic medicine and culinary. This herbs active ingredient is Curcumin, this active component can produce beneficial antioxidant activities for the cardiovascular system, joints, skin, eyes, and immune system.

Curcumin exhibits protective effects to the gallbladder, digestive system, and liver, by supporting the body’s natural anti-inflammatory responses.

Turmeric, is more than just the main spice in curry, its one of the the most powerful herbs on the planet at fighting and reversing disease. It has so many healing properties that currently there have been almost 10 000 peer reviews published proving the benefits of Turmeric.

Pickup (no problem) @ Room to Heal 190 Johns Road Rangiora or Courier Service available.

Price: $23.50

382 days ago

Kiwi Rugby Fever: WIN SKY Sport!

The Team from NZ Compare

We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

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We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

But that's not all! Many broadband plans currently offer FREE subscriptions to top streaming services. It's the perfect time to switch!
Compare your broadband and power bills to save big this Spring!
COMPARE NOW: www.broadbandcompare.co.nz...

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384 days ago

Poll: Top sheet or duvet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share … View more
It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share your vote and your reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Top sheet or duvet?
  • 78.8% Top sheet
    78.8% Complete
  • 20.6% Duvet
    20.6% Complete
  • 0.6% Neither - I'll share below!
    0.6% Complete
2205 votes
382 days ago

personalised pet paintings

Stephanie from Redwood

would you like a personalised shadow painting of your pet with either a moon or sunset background? handpainted onto canvas 40x50cm for only $20 makes a great gift Juts get in contact with me stephanieheaver@gmail.com with pic of your pet .You will have to be available to pick it up. These are quite… View morewould you like a personalised shadow painting of your pet with either a moon or sunset background? handpainted onto canvas 40x50cm for only $20 makes a great gift Juts get in contact with me stephanieheaver@gmail.com with pic of your pet .You will have to be available to pick it up. These are quite popular so allow some time for me to get back to you :) No time wasters please

Price: $20

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382 days ago

Safer Speed Plan

Christchurch City Council

Lower speeds can saves lives and prevent serious injury. Reducing the speed vehicles travel makes a major difference in a crash. People make mistakes on our roads, and those mistakes shouldn’t cost our neighbours, whānau or pets their lives.

We're asking for … View more
Lower speeds can saves lives and prevent serious injury. Reducing the speed vehicles travel makes a major difference in a crash. People make mistakes on our roads, and those mistakes shouldn’t cost our neighbours, whānau or pets their lives.

We're asking for feedback on a Draft Safer Speed Plan which sets out a three-year implementation plan and 10-year vision for safe speed areas in Christchurch and Banks Peninsula.

To read the plan and give feedback by 25 October visit our website.
Find out more

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382 days ago

Life-saving heart research ❤️

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Our research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this … View moreOur research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this investment in heart health possible.

Click the link to find out more about the transformative research projects.

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382 days ago

Kaiapoi High boys uniform

Pam from Kaiapoi

Jacket XL hardly worn. Shorts x2 size 80cm. One pair never worn. Shirt L.

Price: $70

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382 days ago

Beautiful Multi Flash Labradorite Pendant (One of a Kind)

Rae from Rangiora

This beautiful blue flame labradorite is absolutely stunning
Labradorite is an iridescent stone that inspires positive change and transformation. With its powerful energy, Labradorite encourages us to connect to our intuition to better handle the uncertainties of life.

Unique, 5cm high x 3.5cm … View more
This beautiful blue flame labradorite is absolutely stunning
Labradorite is an iridescent stone that inspires positive change and transformation. With its powerful energy, Labradorite encourages us to connect to our intuition to better handle the uncertainties of life.

Unique, 5cm high x 3.5cm wide Labradorite offering beautiful flashes of purple and blues.

This beautiful crystal has many other healing benefits to offer. Please pop to my website for more information www.immersioncosmetics.co.nz...

Pickup in Rangiora at Room to Heal or Courier Service Available

Price: $85

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384 days ago

Soft Plastic Recycling

Dee from Rangiora

I wondered if a lot of people were doing this? Currently there are only New World, Countdown and the Warehouse provide the collection bin. I wondered why there is NO such bin at the refuse station, though. A lot of people go there in regular basis to take their other recycle items. Wouldn't it… View moreI wondered if a lot of people were doing this? Currently there are only New World, Countdown and the Warehouse provide the collection bin. I wondered why there is NO such bin at the refuse station, though. A lot of people go there in regular basis to take their other recycle items. Wouldn't it be a good idea if the refuse station also have that Bin available?

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