Merivale, Christchurch

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

810 days ago

What would you add to this list of budget-boosting crops?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Have you grown these veges and fruits, and what's on your list of money savers and budget boosters?

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810 days ago

Join us for a planting day at Mt Vernon Park!

Trees That Count

The Port Hills Park Trust are planting 1,500 native trees at Mt Vernon, and would love your help.

This project is part of the Trust's commitment to preserve and grow the park for everyone in Canterbury to enjoy.

Help plant to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, and … View more
The Port Hills Park Trust are planting 1,500 native trees at Mt Vernon, and would love your help.

This project is part of the Trust's commitment to preserve and grow the park for everyone in Canterbury to enjoy.

Help plant to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee, and you'll be part of shaping this amazing recreation asset for hundreds of years to come.
Know more

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810 days ago

2 brand new unused kitchen appliences

Diane from Mairehau

Hi I have a brand new Beeville bread maker and a george foreman grill for sale .the bread maker was 300 plus and the grill 150.Am wanting 150 for both items.

Price: $150

814 days ago

65-year-old says it's wrong she gets less NZ Super for being married

The Team Reporter from The Press

A married Christchurch woman says it is “ridiculous” she is paid less New Zealand Superannuation than someone who is single and living with another adult.

A married person gets a pension of $817.32 a fortnight, before tax, compared with the $990.20 received by a person sharing with someone who… View more
A married Christchurch woman says it is “ridiculous” she is paid less New Zealand Superannuation than someone who is single and living with another adult.

A married person gets a pension of $817.32 a fortnight, before tax, compared with the $990.20 received by a person sharing with someone who is not their spouse or partner.

“I have a friend who isn't in a relationship, but she's sharing a house, and they share all the expenses, and she's going to end up getting $172.88 more than me a fortnight which is just plain wrong,” said Daphne, who did not want her last name used for privacy concerns.

The combined fortnightly payment for a couple is $1634.64.

The Ministry of Social Development said people in a relationship were more likely to share a wider range of costs and resources than a single person living with another adult.

Read the full story here and tell us what you think in the comments below.

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823 days ago

IT Support / Computer Lessons

Matthew from St Albans

Hello Everyone,

My Name is Matthew Walton, I am 20 years old and am living in Saint Albans. I am offering any IT Computer Lessons/Support Troubleshooting to anyone who is interested. I studied a year of Computer Science at Auckland University of Technology along with various separate IT courses … View more
Hello Everyone,

My Name is Matthew Walton, I am 20 years old and am living in Saint Albans. I am offering any IT Computer Lessons/Support Troubleshooting to anyone who is interested. I studied a year of Computer Science at Auckland University of Technology along with various separate IT courses and I currently work at Noel Leeming. IT support is a strong passion of mine and would love to help anyone in need of any assistance with any Technical problems.

This includes arriving at your home to assist with any IT/Tech issues you are currently dealing. This includes, Computers, laptops, phones, printers, TVs, monitors and more

For lessons I do 1 hour minimum and 2 hours maximum. This Includes
teaching you how to do basic or advanced computer or phone activities, sending texts or emails, downloading or uploading photos/documents, windows folder organization, setting up a Computer/TV/Laptop/Phone/Printer plus more

Please note that I am much more experienced on Window's devices rather than Apple devices, although I am still capable on Apple, it would usually take longer

Also note I am fully Vaccinated and will be wearing a mask during the interaction

If this Interests you or someone you know you, please contact me on 0284106923 or email on matthew.walton.nz23@gmail.com with your name and what you would like.

I also have a Facebook Page for my services in more detail:

www.facebook.com...


The charges for the service are as follows:

For your first Service from me, travelling to your house and the first 30 minutes of service is free (must be reasonably local)

But the rest of the service will $30 an hour for up to a maximum of 3 hours

If I cannot resolve your issue or provide a workaround to your satisfaction then no fee will be asked for

Thanks,
Matt

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814 days ago

***Wanted*** Old Metal Enamel or Tin Badges..

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. We are looking to buy any collections of old enamel / tin badges... Most sports or any interesting ones, except bowling clubs.. Please message me or email us on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

813 days ago

$2.00 Shoes - Fresh Books and More

Keely Murphy from Red Cross Store Manchester St

This week we have selected shoes for $2.00.

Old books are gone and fresh books out. Complete with a wonderful fresh display of New Zealand books.

Selected $2.00 shoes and more..

Come in and enjoy some treasure hunting.

Open Saturday and Sunday 10am - 12pm

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813 days ago

Garage Sale

Gaye from Strowan

365 Papanui Rd
Saturday 13th August
8am - 12pm
We have loads of stuff, all priced to sell.
Clothes, shoes, bags, household items, bbq, kids stuff, jigsaw puzzles, bunting, garden tools, furniture, etc etc

Negotiable

813 days ago

Love your compost? Pimp it up to win great prizes for your garden!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View more
Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).

So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.

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814 days ago
814 days ago

Your whole retirement is our consideration

With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View more
With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.

We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
Find out more

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815 days ago

Dog wanted to re-home

Antony from Christchurch Central

Hi. After losing our dog, we are looking for a family dog that needs to be re-homed. We have a lifestyle block just outside of Christchurch City. Dog must be good with children and other pets and livestock. Please phone to discuss thanks. Ph 0273204195

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815 days ago

Support our Yuri Bear Project

Margaret Stoddart Retirement Village

Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.

We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.

We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no … View more
Knitting needles are clicking across our villages and the wider community for the Yuri Bear project🐻❤️.

We’re aiming to knit 20,000 teddy bears for children displaced as a result of turmoil in their country.

We’ve been overwhelmed by the response so far, but 20,000 bears is no small ask!

If you can knit, know someone who can or would like to find out how you can help, please click on the link below.

815 days ago

Did you start gardening in school?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.

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