Mairehau, Christchurch

Let's get familiar!

Let's get familiar!

Introduce yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page.

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

477 days ago

Cloche encounters of the vegetable kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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481 days ago

Poll: Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View more
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.

Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.

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

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Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?
  • 69% Yes
    69% Complete
  • 28.5% No
    28.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure
    2.5% Complete
4436 votes
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479 days ago

Enrol now at St Patrick's School Bryndwr

Jo from St Albans

Thinking about a new school environment for your child? Discover what St Patrick's School Bryndwr has to offer today. St Patrick's School is now taking mid year enrolments for Year 4 students with an immediate start.

For more information or to enrol please contact … View more
Thinking about a new school environment for your child? Discover what St Patrick's School Bryndwr has to offer today. St Patrick's School is now taking mid year enrolments for Year 4 students with an immediate start.

For more information or to enrol please contact office@stpatricks.school.nz

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479 days ago

Garage sale

Stephanie from Redwood

Decided to have a big clear out lots of items for everyone and it will be under over so nice dry and warm :) look forward to seeing you all there

Negotiable

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480 days ago

1 of 100 Skin-Hydrating Sets Up For Grabs With NZ Gardener

NZ Gardener

We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and … View more
We have your chance to win an Antipodes Skin-Hydrating set worth over $110.

Simply grab a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener and find the link in the magazine to enter. There are 100 prizes to be won – each winner will receive Anoint H2O De-Puffing Eye Gel (RRP $59) and Baptise H2O Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel (RRP $52), the perfect combo to use on your skin after a good day out in the garden.
Find out more

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483 days ago

FROZEN CHICKENS.

Derek and Maureen from Redwood

Has anyone else had trouble buying frozen chickens from Pak N Save.
We wanted to buy a frozen chicken for convenience ( not price) but was told by the staff at Pak N Save Northlands that they no longer sell them. Instead they directed us to the butchery for fresh ones but they had no large ones in… View more
Has anyone else had trouble buying frozen chickens from Pak N Save.
We wanted to buy a frozen chicken for convenience ( not price) but was told by the staff at Pak N Save Northlands that they no longer sell them. Instead they directed us to the butchery for fresh ones but they had no large ones in stock. Strange when they used to a have bay full of frozen ones in all sizes.

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480 days ago

DUMPLINGS (MO:MO)

Sujan from Edgeware

Hello everyone
I do make dumplings with chicken, pork, vegetables fillings as per your order. It’s your choice if you want freshly made or frozen. Please message me a day before for fresh one. Price is 10$ for 12 pieces for all type . If anyone wants steamed momo for instant eat in let me know … View more
Hello everyone
I do make dumplings with chicken, pork, vegetables fillings as per your order. It’s your choice if you want freshly made or frozen. Please message me a day before for fresh one. Price is 10$ for 12 pieces for all type . If anyone wants steamed momo for instant eat in let me know but price will vary. All momo comes with its special sauce called chutney🤤
In Vegetable dumplings filling will be paneer and other veges.
Thank you so much

Price: $10

482 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Find out more

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483 days ago

Garden Art

Keith from Avonside - Dallington

Hand made folk art garden ornament by Di Lewis. $30 each.

Price: $30

483 days ago

Your alfresco space transformed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Use some Resene paint and a little imagination to revamp your outdoor room.

Follow this handy advice to get started.

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485 days ago

Windback Wednesday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

How far we have come in such a short period. This photograph of central Christchurch was taken on May 22, 2012, little more than a year after the earthquakes. How different the city looks now - Te Pae, Tūranga and the housing of the east frame are all bold additions. Do you recognise any buildings… View moreHow far we have come in such a short period. This photograph of central Christchurch was taken on May 22, 2012, little more than a year after the earthquakes. How different the city looks now - Te Pae, Tūranga and the housing of the east frame are all bold additions. Do you recognise any buildings which have since been demolished?

Photo: Kirk Hargreaves/The Press

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488 days ago

Poll: Should we have a four-day work week?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your… View moreIn 2018, a NZ company trialled the four-day week and claimed a 20% increase in productivity, encouraging them to make the change permanent. A four-day work week means employees are paid for 40 hours but only work 32 of those. Should this be rolled out across the country where possible? Give us your vote and share any thoughts below.

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

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Should we have a four-day work week?
  • 67.9% Yes, I support a four-day working week.
    67.9% Complete
  • 21.1% No, a five-day working week is needed.
    21.1% Complete
  • 11% I'd need more information
    11% Complete
3639 votes
484 days ago

Resene Wallpaper Sale on now!

Resene

Now’s a great time to dress up your walls with 25% off the huge range of the latest Resene Wallpaper styles. Come in and see us today at your local Resene ColorShop! Learn more

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484 days ago

Papanui High School Adult Education Weekend Workshops

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

We have a series of weekend workshops coming up in June on a variety of different topics. A weekend workshop is the ideal way to come along and try something new while having fun and meeting people who share your interests

BASKET WEAVING - MAKE A RIBBED BASKET (2 places available)
10 June 9 am… View more
We have a series of weekend workshops coming up in June on a variety of different topics. A weekend workshop is the ideal way to come along and try something new while having fun and meeting people who share your interests

BASKET WEAVING - MAKE A RIBBED BASKET (2 places available)
10 June 9 am - 4.30 pm. Tutor Tamar Guse cost $132, fee includes all materials

CHEESEMAKING - INTERACTIVE DEMONSTRATION CLASS MAKING SOFT CHEESES
10 June 10 am - 1 pm. Tutor Cushla Fitzgibbon cost $97 fee includes cost of all materials

REIKI LEVEL 1 - LEARN THIS ENERGY HEALING SYSTEM FOR THE BODY
Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 June 9.30 am - 4 pm both days. Tutor Paula McFarlane cost $135. Students need to bring pen and paper

ROMAN BLIND MAKING - COME ALONG AND MAKE A CUSTOM MADE ROMAN BLIND TO FIT YOUR WINDOW
Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 June 9 am - 4.30 pm. Tutor Mel Stenhouse cost $175. Students will need to bring their own fabric, lining, rods, wooden batons, thread and scissors

SOAP MAKING - HANDS ON PRACTICAL COURSE
Saturday 17 June 9.30 am - 12 noon. Tutor Elizabeth Pym. Cost
$125, fee includes all materials

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS - HANDS ON COURSE
Sunday 25 June 9 am -12 noon Tutor Toni McLean. Cost $82 Students will need to bring a No 5 Crochet Hook and three different coloured 50g balls of double knit/6 ply wool

CANDLE MAKING - HANDS ON COURSE MAKING SOY CANDLES
Sunday 25 June 2 pm - 4 pm. Tutor Toni McLean. Cost $98, fee includes all materials and containers for the 2 x 200ml soy candles

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

486 days ago

The Pink Caravan is coming to Christchurch!

Talia from Pink Caravan Education & Awareness - Canterbury

The last dates have been booked for our South Island Tour!

Each year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk.

Our nurses have valuable advice about … View more
The last dates have been booked for our South Island Tour!

Each year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk.

Our nurses have valuable advice about symptoms, treatments, support groups and post-surgery options. The breast care nurses have visual and hands-on displays of breast cancer symptoms that most haven’t seen before, and will use prosthetic breasts to show what a lump feels like.

Our breast nurses would love to have a chat to you so pop in and say hi. We’ll be at the locations below on the following dates:

Wednesday, 24 May 2023
Aranui Community Trust Incorporated Society
37 Hampshire Street, Aranui

Thursday, 25 May 2023
He Waka Tapu
161 Pages Road, Wainoni, Christchurch 8061

Sunday, 28 May 2023
Ricarton Market
Riccarton Park, Racecourse Road, Christchurch

Monday, 29 May 2023
City Mission
288 Worchester Street, Christchurch

Tuesday, 30 May 2023
Amberley Countdown
Brackenfields Retail Centre, 129 Carters Road, Amberley 7410

Wednesday, 31 May 2023
Te Pou Toetoe: Linwood Pool
141 Smith Street, Linwood, Christchurch 8062

Thursday, 1 June 2023
New World Durham Street
175 Durham Street South, Christchurch

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