Mairehau, Christchurch

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919 days ago

'Weaponising rates': Debate over plans to spur on vacant Christchurch landowner

The Team Reporter from The Press

From reporter Steven Walton:

Is it an illegal policy, or the perfect deterrent to land-bankers?

That was the clash of perspectives in the Christchurch City Council chamber on Wednesday, as developers and residents presented to councillors about its controversial proposal to significantly hike the… View more
From reporter Steven Walton:

Is it an illegal policy, or the perfect deterrent to land-bankers?

That was the clash of perspectives in the Christchurch City Council chamber on Wednesday, as developers and residents presented to councillors about its controversial proposal to significantly hike the rates of vacant central city land.

Prominent developers, including Richard Peebles, Philip Carter, Dean Marshall, and Ernest Duval, told city councillors on Wednesday they were going after the vacant land problem the wrong way. Carter claimed the proposal was illegal.

But, a central city neighbourhood association says the plan will stop land-bankers.

What is the proposal?
- From mid-2022, the council wants to more than double the differential on the “general” component of the rates bill for central city vacant landowners.
- If a site has consented use happening on it, for example a consented temporary car park, it would not be pinged.
- Only sites in the Central City Business Zone or the Central City Mixed Use (South Frame) Zone are part of the proposed hike.
- Sites that are “improved and maintained” in line with the council’s vacant sites improvement guide could apply for a rates remission. - Whether a site is complying will be decided by the council.

Read more here.

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907 days ago

Are you obsessed with your houseplants? Enter our Houseplant Hero competition!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what … View more
The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what you love about them. Send us up to five photos of your indoor plant displays. Email mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Meanwhile, here's last year's winner Alyce Read, from Nelson.

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907 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

A bag of $5 items has gone missing from our last market if you know of its whereabouts please contact emma at redwood hotel 64211522751 for more details thank you

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908 days ago

Three tier indoor/outdoor planter

Bruce from Edgeware

Indoor or outdoor planter stand ideal for those small plant’s very solid dressed Canadian timber

Price: $140

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909 days ago

WANTED OVEN CLEANER

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

We would like recommendations of someone to clean our oven. All recommendations would be appreciated.Thank you in advance..

913 days ago

Fence pailings wanted

Steven from Avonside - Dallington

Fence pairings wanted{Willing to pay}Thanks

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909 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

Surprise visit from Council Candidate Victoria Henstock

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What a hidden gem! It was great to get out and about and meet fellow Papanui residents at our Christchurch Northern community Market this morning. Well done to Stephanie and her team for setting up this great community … View more
Surprise visit from Council Candidate Victoria Henstock

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What a hidden gem! It was great to get out and about and meet fellow Papanui residents at our Christchurch Northern community Market this morning. Well done to Stephanie and her team for setting up this great community initiative. Well worth a visit. Its on every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. 9am till 2pm at Redwood hotel grounds

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910 days ago

Wood

Gary from Avonside - Dallington

Various lengths clean wood suitable for cutting up for log burner ,give away.

Free

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910 days ago

Monier Tiles

Gary from Avonside - Dallington

Approx 20 charcoal monier concrete tiles and 4 ridge tiles,new to give away.

Free

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910 days ago

Treated fence posts

Gary from Avonside - Dallington

14 posts 1800 long approx 140 diameter,unused,$5 each.Could deliver.

Price: $5

910 days ago

Sunday night Zumba class at Marshland School!

Zumba 4 U Christchurch

Get moving and feel better by coming to Zumba class, 6pm Sunday nights at Marshland School (11 Te Korari St)! All are welcome, it's a only gold coin if it's your first time!

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911 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

Letting everyone know yes we still will be having our market tomorrow due to ground conditions we will have the inside foyer area of the hotel available for stalls, plus the carpark close by for those wishing to still be outside look forward to seeing you all there :)

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912 days ago

Wanted wheel rim for toyota ractis

Juanita from Redwood

I am looking (to buy) a wheel rim (with or without a tyre) to use as a spare tyre in my car. Its a 16" 5 stud rim but apparently it needs to specifically be a toyota ractis rim (car year is 2011) as a tyre guy told me not all 16" are compatible with my car. My car came with one of those … View moreI am looking (to buy) a wheel rim (with or without a tyre) to use as a spare tyre in my car. Its a 16" 5 stud rim but apparently it needs to specifically be a toyota ractis rim (car year is 2011) as a tyre guy told me not all 16" are compatible with my car. My car came with one of those stupid inflatable kits!!!

911 days ago

Candle creations

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Who would have thought pine chair feet could make such an amazing addition to your home décor? Painting these with Resene testpots and stacking them to make contemporary candle holders is a breeze.

Find out how to create your own.

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911 days ago

Become a Web Developer with Vision!

Vision College

Thinking about a career in IT as a Web Developer? Our NZ Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5) will teach you how to develop great websites in just one year! This programme will give you the development and design skills you need to make your mark in an exciting industry.

No University… View more
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