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2334 days ago

Ice and snow puts Canterbury drivers on alert

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Canterbury drivers, in the alpine areas and the lower half of the island should be on the lookout for black ice and slippery conditions as a cold front sweeps up the country today, says the NZ Transport Agency’s Network Operations Manager Tresca Forrester.

Stay up-to-date:
- The key traffic … View more
Canterbury drivers, in the alpine areas and the lower half of the island should be on the lookout for black ice and slippery conditions as a cold front sweeps up the country today, says the NZ Transport Agency’s Network Operations Manager Tresca Forrester.

Stay up-to-date:
- The key traffic and travel source which provides up-to-date information on weather and road conditions is NZTA website.

- Important information is also shared via the Transport Agency’s accounts listed here.

- Drivers can also call 0800 4 HIGHWAYS (0800 44 44 49) to speak to the call centre team who can provide them with traffic and travel information either before they’re travelling or when they’re on the road.

For more information click here.

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2334 days ago

Childrens picture book

Robyne from Merivale

Naughty Imp goes to Spain
Molly wanted a different pony.
Not naughty
New out this week Contact Robyne Cory on 03 3559810

2334 days ago

Emergency supplies in vehicle

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

In some emergencies you may be stranded in your vehicle for some time. A flood, snow storm or major traffic accident could make it impossible to proceed.

What emergency supplies do you have in your vehicle?

www.happens.nz...

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2335 days ago

Poll: What do you wear in the garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Check out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For… View moreCheck out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For the apron, start with a smaller size than you would wear so it doesn't wrap around too far. Check that it has a lot of pockets." So tell us if you've got similarly fashionable, exclusive-for-the-garden glad rags, and if yes, why not post a photo in the Reply space too!

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What do you wear in the garden?
  • 69% I have something upcycled from old stuff.
    69% Complete
  • 5% I bought something especially.
    5% Complete
  • 26.1% No! I like gardening in the buff!
    26.1% Complete
422 votes
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2335 days ago

Window cleaning specials

Kelly from Shirley

We have a special on this week for 3 and 4 bdrm single storey homes for just $85!
We also offer weekly payment plans and will take care of your windows through out the year.

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2335 days ago

Dates revealed for 're-imagined' buskers festival

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The World Buskers Festival has been re-imagined, and it's coming to Ōtautahi streets in January. For more on the new Bread & Circus - World Buskers Festival, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2340 days ago

Canterbury District Health Board axes oft-slated potholed and puddled car park

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A much-slated car park that's part of a park-and-ride service to Christchurch Hospital will close and be replaced by a council parking building.

The CDHB will now use the Christchurch City Council-owned Lichfield St car park building. It has 805 parks and is regularly well below capacity.
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A much-slated car park that's part of a park-and-ride service to Christchurch Hospital will close and be replaced by a council parking building.

The CDHB will now use the Christchurch City Council-owned Lichfield St car park building. It has 805 parks and is regularly well below capacity.

The park-and-ride service will operate from the building from July 2.

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2335 days ago

Electricity costs

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Consumer NZ's latest energy providers survey found a significant number of households have had trouble paying their power bills.

Visit the CAB website to find answers to frequently asked questions about electricity costs:
www.cab.org.nz...

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2346 days ago

Fatbags for birds suggestion

Marion from Richmond

After watching starlings initially dominate the waxeyes over the fatbags we'd put up, I noticed that once the fatbag had shrunk enough, the starlings could no longer land. So after putting up 2 new fatbags today I made a circular "lid" for one out of a bit of lino. The waxeyes can … View moreAfter watching starlings initially dominate the waxeyes over the fatbags we'd put up, I noticed that once the fatbag had shrunk enough, the starlings could no longer land. So after putting up 2 new fatbags today I made a circular "lid" for one out of a bit of lino. The waxeyes can still come in from the side and even hang upside down from the "lid" but the starlings can't hover or fly in from the side. I've left the second fatbag for the starlings.
I guess an old plastic lampshade would do or an old paint tin lid - even cardboard would last for the life of the fatbag. Cheers - John
PS No starlings were harmed - just annoyed!

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2336 days ago

Beeswax Wraps - Reducing Rubbish

Nicki from St Albans

We are a local Christchurch beeswax wrap business who are trying to make the environment a little greener each day. With the urge to reduce household waste and plastic use, we came up with the idea to make eco-friendly handmade beeswax wraps, made with local New Zealand resources.

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We are a local Christchurch beeswax wrap business who are trying to make the environment a little greener each day. With the urge to reduce household waste and plastic use, we came up with the idea to make eco-friendly handmade beeswax wraps, made with local New Zealand resources.

Beeswax wraps can be a small solution to the rubbish problem we have in New Zealand. Our beeswax wraps are all natural, environmentally friendly and most of all fun. We offer sandwich bags and wraps in a variety of fabric choices and sizes, excellent for lunches and snacks.

SML Pre-Pack $25
Sandwich Bag $15

Check out www.thebaughmansbees.co.nz... for further details and fabric choices.

Price: $25

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2336 days ago

Order your Entertainment book here to support Citizens Advice Bureau

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

At CAB we help people to know and understand their rights and obligations and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. We provide a free and independent service to all. Interviewers are Volunteers giving up their time freely in the service of others. Your purchase of an Entertainment … View moreAt CAB we help people to know and understand their rights and obligations and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. We provide a free and independent service to all. Interviewers are Volunteers giving up their time freely in the service of others. Your purchase of an Entertainment Membership contributes to our fundraising.

If you select the pick-up option when you order then we’ll contact you about when you can collect it from the Entertainment Book office at 191 Ferry Road.

The link to order is: www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...

The link to preview the 2018/19 Christchurch, Canterbury and Nelson book is: www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...

Please help us achieve our goal by sharing this link with your Friends and Family. Thanks for your support!

2337 days ago

Graeme Bergh's Ride Forever testimonial...

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, … View more
Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, “and that breaks my heart”, says Graeme. His solution? “Do some training”. It just might save your life.

Sign up for training today.
Enrol now

2337 days ago

Do you think the council is managing it's budgets well?

Gareth from Burwood

www.stuff.co.nz...

How do you feel about the city owing $2.1B
And do you really think the rates will drop in 2028 as the say?

2342 days ago

Will you be striking for better pay in Christchurch?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Will you be taking to the streets in your community to strike for better pay? The nurses union has "strongly rejected" a DHB pay and conditions offer and is seeking urgent mediation. That means strikes scheduled for July could still go ahead.

Do you support the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Will you be taking to the streets in your community to strike for better pay? The nurses union has "strongly rejected" a DHB pay and conditions offer and is seeking urgent mediation. That means strikes scheduled for July could still go ahead.

Do you support the nurses' stance? What do you think of the latest pay offer? Let us know in the replies. Click here to read more. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

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2337 days ago

Free car battery

Duncan from St Albans

Can anyone use this been sitting around ages but never used. Text 0212443346. Pick up St Albans.

Free

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