Northwood, Christchurch

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1125 days ago

Wanted to Buy NAVY Kumpf Shoes size 38.5 or 39.5

Deborah from Bishopdale

My navy Kumpf shoes size 38.5 are almost worn out. Luckily I still have a red pair 39.5. I wonder if anyone has these older model shoes in the back of the cupboard? They are so comfortable and do up easily with velcro. If so, please call Deborah on 359 3478. Thank you.

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1126 days ago

Community kindness

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

Heartwarming to see neighbours help Christchurch four-year-old Emery Maclean​ celebrate her birthday after lockdown meant her party was cancelled. What is happening in your neighbourhood?

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1125 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
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If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1125 days ago

Protect yourself from COVID-19

The Sterling, Kaiapoi

We hope you are all keeping well during lockdown 2.0.

Please remember to follow the below advice to keep yourself and your loved ones safe – We need to all work together to help stop spread of COVID-19 and hopefully get back to normal life soon!

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1130 days ago

trees on Bishopdale

Mary from Bishopdale

Has anyone taken notice of how the birds roost in the evening in the trees on the Bishopdale roundabout, they also roost on the trees outside New World Bishopdale. Those trees growing on the roundabout are to be taken out to make way for the new cycleway. I feel the council haven't done enough… View moreHas anyone taken notice of how the birds roost in the evening in the trees on the Bishopdale roundabout, they also roost on the trees outside New World Bishopdale. Those trees growing on the roundabout are to be taken out to make way for the new cycleway. I feel the council haven't done enough work investigating the damage they will cause if they go ahead with the original plan, it's like go ahead at any cost to the detriment of the community, wildlife, businesses etc

1133 days ago

Architect's vision for MIQ 'pods' on Quail Island in Lyttelton Harbour

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Architect Michael O’Sullivan suggests we take a cue from our own history to provide quarantine facilities for incoming travellers.

O’Sullivan says Quail Island in Lyttelton Harbour was used to quarantine people with leprosy more than a century ago, and is perfectly located to be an MIQ … View more
Architect Michael O’Sullivan suggests we take a cue from our own history to provide quarantine facilities for incoming travellers.

O’Sullivan says Quail Island in Lyttelton Harbour was used to quarantine people with leprosy more than a century ago, and is perfectly located to be an MIQ facility.

The architect, who has an office overlooking the harbour, has suggested a prefabricated pod design could provide suitable accommodation on the island. The pods would be environmentally and aesthetically responsive to the landscape.

The government has previously resisted suggestions that we should develop purpose-built MIQ facilities, including isolating people on military bases or other remote locations, in favour of using hotels.

What do you think of O'Sullivan's idea? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

1125 days ago

Free online immigration information evening for Afghani migrants

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are hosting a free online seminar via zoom this Friday the 27th of August for Afghani migrants at 5pm . This seminar will be run by Amir Bastani , an Iranian immigration lawyer who is experienced in this area .
To register please email christchurchcity@cab.org.nz by Thursday the 26th of August.

1130 days ago

Five hour queues for Christchurch residents awaiting Covid-19 tests

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hi neighbours,

People wanting a Covid-19 test in Christchurch face a wait for up to five hours at one of the city’s two testing centres as Kiwis around the country rush to check they are safe in the wake of the latest outbreak.

A queue of hundreds of cars stretched for about a kilometre out of … View more
Hi neighbours,

People wanting a Covid-19 test in Christchurch face a wait for up to five hours at one of the city’s two testing centres as Kiwis around the country rush to check they are safe in the wake of the latest outbreak.

A queue of hundreds of cars stretched for about a kilometre out of the Pages Rd centre in east Christchurch at one point on Thursday morning, the queue snaking down nearby suburban streets.

There were similar scenes at the city’s other testing centre at Orchard Rd near the airport, where scores of cars queued for about hundreds of metres in a carefully managed line, as they did on Wednesday.

Click 'Read more' below to read the full story.

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1127 days ago

Covid-19: Christchurch's new drive-in vaccination centre opens

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch has debuted its first drive-in Covid-19 vaccination clinic – but only pre-booked essential workers and their families can go.

New Zealand’s vaccination roll-out was temporarily halted after the delta strain of the virus was detected in Auckland early this week , and the country … View more
Christchurch has debuted its first drive-in Covid-19 vaccination clinic – but only pre-booked essential workers and their families can go.

New Zealand’s vaccination roll-out was temporarily halted after the delta strain of the virus was detected in Auckland early this week , and the country entered an alert level 4 lockdown. It has since resumed.

On Sunday, the Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) opened a drive-through vaccination clinic in the Christchurch Arena car park.

About 120 essential workers were invited to get their jabs at the centre on Sunday.

CDHB Covid-19 vaccination events lead Satish Mistry said all drive-through vaccinations were strictly by appointment only, so the team could focus on getting essential workers vaccinated.

Read more here.

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1125 days ago

Elusion welcomes 1st year apprentice Jake to the team.

Patrick Koot from Elusion Electrical Ltd

Morena
After sending out our last level 4 update I had completely forgotten to let everyone know we have grown. Patrick has been so busy this year and 5 day weeks became 6 which became 7 so something had to give.

We decided the best way to employ someone and know they would do it the Elusion way… View more
Morena
After sending out our last level 4 update I had completely forgotten to let everyone know we have grown. Patrick has been so busy this year and 5 day weeks became 6 which became 7 so something had to give.

We decided the best way to employ someone and know they would do it the Elusion way was to teach them from the very beginning and take on a "first year apprentice" . Around the time we realised we needed help, Jake phoned us for some work experience, and helped convince us we needed him. We are glad to say he is now Elusion's official first employee .

For our customers security wise, Jake can only work under direct supervision from Patrick so won't turn up without him. You also have the reassurance you will always have our sign written van and team in uniforms to help confirm they are who they are. You can ask at any time also for their electrical registration cards and drivers license for photo ID.

Pip and Otto are loving the extra attention twice a day, Patrick's load is a little lighter and our customers can expect the same high quality service.

If you have any urgent level 4 jobs you won't get to meet Jake he will be back on board in level 3!

Remember under level 4, power, heating and cooking is classed as essential.

Stay warm, stay safe and stay well
Patrick , Shan and Jake

1126 days ago

Shop Ecoprotect

Universal World

Ecoprotect Face Masks. Designed and sustainably made in New Zealand, our Ecoprotect Face Masks are machine washable, reusable and sterilised in an autoclave for your protection. Shop now

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1126 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1127 days ago

found iphone pines beach

Carol from Kaiapoi

iphone found in the dunes at the pines. Will drop at police station after lockdown, if no response

1127 days ago

Covid-19: It's a dog's life and it doesn't come better than life in lockdown

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

While a nationwide lockdown may be a depressing thought for most, the four-legged members of the bubble seem to having a ball.

Stuff visited several bubbles throughout Christchurch on Sunday to see how life was for their dogs approaching a week of alert level 4.

Read the story here and share a … View more
While a nationwide lockdown may be a depressing thought for most, the four-legged members of the bubble seem to having a ball.

Stuff visited several bubbles throughout Christchurch on Sunday to see how life was for their dogs approaching a week of alert level 4.

Read the story here and share a photo of your pets in the comments below.

1126 days ago

CAB clinics update cancelled - where to go for help!

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Due to the ongoing level 4 restrictions all our free clinics are cancelled for this week If you were intending to go to one of our clinics here is the latest information to help ...
JP -clinic all JP service desks are shut and JPs are not taking home visits at Level 4 . If you need something … View more
Due to the ongoing level 4 restrictions all our free clinics are cancelled for this week If you were intending to go to one of our clinics here is the latest information to help ...
JP -clinic all JP service desks are shut and JPs are not taking home visits at Level 4 . If you need something verified the best thing to do is to contact the people who asked for the verification and see what their advice is .
Free Legal advice - Canterbury Community Law is available by phone - 03 366 6870 - you will need to leave a detailed message .
Employment advice - MBIE website has some great info plus a helpline .

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