Mairehau, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1012 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Our February Seniors newsletter is out now. In this issue we announce our Age friendly fund successful recipients, shine a light on the those nominated for the New Years Honours for Services to Seniors and much more. Check it out here: mailchi.mp...

1012 days ago

Poll: You be the (photographic) judge!

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.

The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured … View more
Kia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.

The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured photographs to battle it out. There's a camera up for grabs for our talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 12pm, 11 February.

You be the (photographic) judge!
  • 53.5% Finalist 1: Full Moon
    53.5% Complete
  • 14.8% Finalist 2: Girl's Camp
    14.8% Complete
  • 11.4% Finalist 3: First Ride in a Steam Train
    11.4% Complete
  • 16.2% Finalist 4: Grandparents at Sunset
    16.2% Complete
  • 1.9% Finalist 5: Brass Band
    1.9% Complete
  • 2.1% Finalist 6: Street Walk
    2.1% Complete
1268 votes
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1013 days ago

Electrical labels/Solar label kits

Jaspreet from Redwood

We manufacture Electrical tags, Solar tag kits, Sequential tags, Equipment ID tags, Control panel, Mimic panel and many more. The material used to make these is Industrial quality, Chemical safe, UV and weather Resistant. Inquire today to know more.

Negotiable

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1013 days ago

Qualified builders

Scott Bennetts from Reaction Homes Ltd

Liam and I are both qualified licensed builders that specialize in:
Bathroom renovations
Major renovations
General building & repairs
Small maintenance jobs

We also build
Decks & Pergolas… View more
Liam and I are both qualified licensed builders that specialize in:
Bathroom renovations
Major renovations
General building & repairs
Small maintenance jobs

We also build
Decks & Pergolas

If you would like a free no-obligation quote please call me or liam
Scott 0278442388
Liam 0221011367
Cheers Scott.

1014 days ago

Hot dry summer raised wildfire risk awareness

Climate Insights

Peri-urban areas can be described as the landscape interface between town and country or the rural-urban transition zone where urban and rural areas mix.

The probability of wildfire is driven by the amount and dryness of fuel, ambient weather and ignitions. Dry weather exacerbates wildfire risk… View more
Peri-urban areas can be described as the landscape interface between town and country or the rural-urban transition zone where urban and rural areas mix.

The probability of wildfire is driven by the amount and dryness of fuel, ambient weather and ignitions. Dry weather exacerbates wildfire risk in this zone and could significantly impact your property! With one of New Zealand’s hottest and driest summers, discover your property’s fire risk and what you can do to reduce it.

We can produce personalised reports for any house on the planet!

Click here to get your property report: https://property-climate-risk-report.co.nz/
Know more

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1014 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

A Life Beyond Food and Addiction

I don’t remember being obsessed with food when I was very young, the way I was to become. I remember starting to eat at any opportunity I could get. I would arrive home early at meal times to check what was in the pans. Saturday afternoons were spent baking, … View more
A Life Beyond Food and Addiction

I don’t remember being obsessed with food when I was very young, the way I was to become. I remember starting to eat at any opportunity I could get. I would arrive home early at meal times to check what was in the pans. Saturday afternoons were spent baking, while my friends were out shopping. I went on to develop a love for raw cake batter and butter icing and I would make it up when I was desperate for food. Once I started getting money, I would buy sweets and secretly eat them. Meal times were awful, I never felt fulfilled.

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1016 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

good afternoon everyone, due to the weather conditions, we the committee have decided to postpone our first market for the year until the 19th.We would like our reopening to be a successful one so have decided a later date thank you for your patience.

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1015 days ago

Treat yourself or someone you care about this Valentines Day

Stuff

Purchase a six month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for $102 and get a free $100 Interflora e-voucher. Terms and conditions apply. Subscribe Now

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1017 days ago

vinyl offcut wanted(white 1metrex2 metre)

Kay from Mairehau

Hi I want to buy the above,as had some boards replaced in my bathroom,and want to keep it waterproof but not worried about matching existing vinyl
Thanks if you can help

1016 days ago

Bat roosting box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

This easy DIY project finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pickled Bluewood provides a roosting and resting site for a rare and threatened native bat.

Find out how to create your own.

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1017 days ago

Coming on four years of chlorinating our waters

James from Parklands - Marshlands

Can you believe it has been four years since council decided as a precaution to chlorinate our water while they do the project of raising the well heads around Christchurch? The project is done, yet the chlorinating of our water hasn't.

Have you noticed your health suffering over the years… View more
Can you believe it has been four years since council decided as a precaution to chlorinate our water while they do the project of raising the well heads around Christchurch? The project is done, yet the chlorinating of our water hasn't.

Have you noticed your health suffering over the years since they started chlorinating the water?

> Itchy and dry skin,
> watery eyes in the morning,
> some time sharp milky yellow shards and other times acidic eye sleep,
> dehydration headaches even though you have drunk plenty of water,
> problems with stomach digestion, stomach pains, and soft stool,
> either new onset asthma or stronger more frequent asthma,
> feel like you are drinking pool water or just step out of a pool,

Well, then you likely are suffering from sensitivity now due to the chlorine and chloramine that has been added to our water supply. The argument that has been used around the world is that chlorine kills bad bacteria in water. The reality is it kills all bacteria, good, bad, it is indiscriminate and ingesting the water means you are damaging the good bacteria in your gut. The long term consequences can be mental fogginess, allergic reactions to things that used to not both you, skin problems, and a raft of other long term health problems.

I am the canary in a coal mine since I have a VP shunt which means my spinal fluid is drained and replenished from the water I drink every couple days, this means when I drink the chlorinated water, wash my hands, take a shower (which is effectively drinking 8-10 glasses of water), it results in a slow chemical burn in my brain (think bad rope burn, but over every inch of your head). It may affect me worse, but I am only one voice and I am sure these other symptoms are being felt throughout Christchurch.

The Ministry of Health has gotten out of the drinking water regulation game this last year and transferred it to Taumata Arowai. This has given us an opportunity to get our voices heard and to discuss what we want and expect in our drinking water. If you have noticed an effect, had to get a water filtration/purification system, or simply not want to keep on adding chemicals to our drinking water for generations to come, now is the time to let our voices be heard.

Click on the Public Comment link for hinekorako.taumataarowai.govt.nz...

To express your issues and concerns.

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1017 days ago

Community Support Workers wanted

Gina from Redwood

MARRALOMEDA CHARITABLE TRUST
Support Worker – Residential Part time

Marralomeda is a Christian community for adults with learning disabilities that recognises the unique gifts and contributions each individual has to offer. Our community is based in Redwood and consists of five homes … View more
MARRALOMEDA CHARITABLE TRUST
Support Worker – Residential Part time

Marralomeda is a Christian community for adults with learning disabilities that recognises the unique gifts and contributions each individual has to offer. Our community is based in Redwood and consists of five homes supporting 22 people, day support through the Pike Centre and supporting disabled people in their own homes.

We wish to employee part time workers to support Community Members within their homes. We have 2 positions available, with different options available depending on the availability of the successful applicants. The times we need support are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7am to 9am; Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 2pm; and Sunday as a reliever when the Residential Assistants go home for a break. (6.5 hours a fortnight). We also have casual work available to relieve our Residential Assistants which include sleepovers.

This role requires:

• Experience in supporting disabled people in a way that upholds their rights, ensuring the person has choice and control over their lives.

• A commitment to Marralomeda Christian philosophy is also important.

• People with enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and a passion for supporting people to achieve their hopes and dreams. To live the life, they want in a way that reflects the Enabling Good Lives Principles and a commitment to Te Triiti o Waitangi.

• Level 2 Qualifications or above required.

• A team player who is able to contribute to a mutually supportive team.

• Excellent Communication Skills.

• Basic computer skills.

• A clean and current full Driver’s License.

• A current First Aid Certificate.

• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

The Position Descriptions for this role is available by phoning 352 8292 or emailing Karen@marralomeda.org.nz

1018 days ago

Papanui High School Term 1 Nightclasses

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Papanui High School have vacancies in the following Nightclasses for Term 1 due to begin week of 14 February. Please note all tutors and students need to be fully vaccinated and students must supply vaccine pass expiry date on enrolment.

For further information and enrolment please visit our … View more
Papanui High School have vacancies in the following Nightclasses for Term 1 due to begin week of 14 February. Please note all tutors and students need to be fully vaccinated and students must supply vaccine pass expiry date on enrolment.

For further information and enrolment please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701.

MONDAY NIGHT - Beginning 14 February
Cake Decorating, Indian Cooking, French for Beginners, ESOL English, IELTS Preparation, Photography Beyond the Basics, Spanish for Beginners Part 2, Watercolour Painting, Yoga Beyond Beginners, Ukulele and Guitar Intermediate Level

TUESDAY NIGHT - Beginning 15 February
Automotive Maintenance Intro Course, Beekeeping, Dressmaking, Japanese for Beginners, Meditation/Mindfulness, Sign Language Beginners, Spanish for Beginners, Stone Carving Beginners, Te Reo Maori Beginners Part 2, Yoga

WEDNESDAY NIGHT - Beginning 16 February
Barista, Spanish Cooking, Dressmaking, Learn to Draw, Pilates for Improvers, Poetry for Beginners, Thai Cooking, Photography - how to take good photos using your phone

THURSDAY NIGHT - Beginning 17 February
Barista Intro, Dressmaking, Chinese for Beginners, Sign Language Level 1b

WEEKEND COURSES
Aromatherapy, Cheese Making, Healing Through Nature, Patchwork, Upholstery, Stone Carving Advanced

1019 days ago

Is Hokitika the friendliest town in NZ?

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or … View more
Hi everyone,
Hokitika has been named the most welcoming town in NZ in Booking.com's 10th annual Traveller Review Awards.
Would be keen to hear from those who live there or who have visited whether they think the town really is exceptionally friendly. What makes it a welcoming place, or otherwise? Were there any cafes, restaurants, shops or other places you received a particularly warm welcome?
Lake Tekapo and Oamaru came in second and third place respectively, followed by Cambridge, Picton, Invercargill, Martinborough, Kerikeri and Palmerston North. Would also love to hear from you if you have thoughts on these places. Please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article.
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts?

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1019 days ago

Bookkeeping Services

Pip from Shirley

Do you need help with your accounts and administration work?
With over 20 year’s experience with accounts payable, receivable, wages, GST etc, let me do your day to day admin.
No business to small.

If I can be of assistance please email me
accounts@mbarry.co.nz

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