Parklands - Marshlands, Christchurch

2779 days ago

Devonshire Tea Party - Fundraiser for Bellyful Christchurch

Wendy Thompson from Bellyful Christchurch

Bellyful Christchurch is holding a Devonshire Tea Party on the afternoon of Saturday March 4 in the gorgeous gardens of Carole & Jim Anderton. $10 on the gate - includes Devonshire Tea. All proceeds to Bellyful ChCh to help them provide meals for families with new babies or families with … View moreBellyful Christchurch is holding a Devonshire Tea Party on the afternoon of Saturday March 4 in the gorgeous gardens of Carole & Jim Anderton. $10 on the gate - includes Devonshire Tea. All proceeds to Bellyful ChCh to help them provide meals for families with new babies or families with young children struggling with serious illness. See our Facebook page too.www.facebook.com/BellyfulChristchurch.

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2779 days ago

Dresser with Mirror

Anne from Burwood

Large with six drawers. Veneer and customwood. Size 1450L 700H
430D which includes fitting for mirror. Reasonable condition. It is too large for spare room. Ph 0212112521

Price: $70

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2779 days ago

Our events are going green!

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Heading along to the final night of the Christchurch Lantern Festival? Help the planet while you're at it – Christchurch is trialling compostable packaging for the food and drink available at the Lantern Festival this year – which means a lot less waste for the landfill.

If it's … View more
Heading along to the final night of the Christchurch Lantern Festival? Help the planet while you're at it – Christchurch is trialling compostable packaging for the food and drink available at the Lantern Festival this year – which means a lot less waste for the landfill.

If it's brown - it will break down.
Look for the ECO symbol and put it in the green bin.
All other packaging goes into the red bin.

The ECO symbol means "Event Compostable Only" – make sure you bin it at the event, and not at home.

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2788 days ago

No Water

Prasanth from Redwood

Disappointed there is no water in our property since an hour ago and when I called Christchurch city council, they inform me there is a work order in place and will not have any water for 4 hours.

If there is any work emergency, should they have to inform before so we could have saved some … View more
Disappointed there is no water in our property since an hour ago and when I called Christchurch city council, they inform me there is a work order in place and will not have any water for 4 hours.

If there is any work emergency, should they have to inform before so we could have saved some water to drink and for cooking. Anyone has similar issues with "No Water" today

2785 days ago

Free Upright acoustic Piano

Paul from Parklands - Marshlands

Hi, our daughter is moving flat and no longer wants her piano, we are happy to give it away for free, you just need to pick it up by 16th February.


Brand: Evestaff
Model: Minipiano

85 Keys

size: 1400 wide, 970 high, 540 deep
very heavy, I recommend 4 strong people to lift it, or hire a … View more
Hi, our daughter is moving flat and no longer wants her piano, we are happy to give it away for free, you just need to pick it up by 16th February.


Brand: Evestaff
Model: Minipiano

85 Keys

size: 1400 wide, 970 high, 540 deep
very heavy, I recommend 4 strong people to lift it, or hire a piano moving business.

Fair condition, all keys work, a couple stick a little but are not in the mid keyboard playing range.
Could do with a tune, but it's not badly out-of-tune.

Approximately 40 years old, these pianos are well constructed and have a great smooth tonal sound.


Conditions:
Pick up must be by the 16th February, from St Albans.


Phone Paul 021 359 163  if interested.

Free

2779 days ago

Have your say on school uniforms...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to … View moreNeighbourly has always been a popular place for neighbours to buy, sell and give away preloved school uniforms. In fact, it's prompted us to question whether a school uniform swap/sell section would be of interest to our members. If you have school uniform wearers in your family, we want to know: do you think they're a good idea? How do you feel about the price of school uniforms? Would a swap or sell section for school uniforms on Neighbourly be useful to you? Share your thoughts below!

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2781 days ago

Metro customer update - 3.30pm Friday 17 Feb

Claire Nicholls from Metroinfo

Afternoon Metro customers we are happy to report that the 145 Westmorland - Eastgate route has been able to return to its normal route as roads have reopened. The Blue Line is still affected by road closures and all trips will continue to end at Princess Margaret Hospital until further notice.

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Afternoon Metro customers we are happy to report that the 145 Westmorland - Eastgate route has been able to return to its normal route as roads have reopened. The Blue Line is still affected by road closures and all trips will continue to end at Princess Margaret Hospital until further notice.

Our Real Time Information systems are also back up and running however the network remains fragile and if we do loose them again over the weekend please refer to the timetables for when your bus or ferry will arrive.

Metro would like to thank our customers for your patience over the last few days and hopes all customers remain safe over the weekend.

2781 days ago

Coming together in a Place to Remember on February 22

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

First responders, a representative of those injured in the earthquakes and a talented young local musician will play key roles in next week’s Dedication of the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial and Civic Commemorative event marking the sixth anniversary of the deadly quake.

The event … View more
First responders, a representative of those injured in the earthquakes and a talented young local musician will play key roles in next week’s Dedication of the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial and Civic Commemorative event marking the sixth anniversary of the deadly quake.

The event starts at 12 noon on February 22, at the Memorial site on the Ōtākaro/Avon River, in the area bordered by the Montreal Street Bridge, Durham Street, and Cambridge and Oxford Terraces.

The Memorial will be a place for people to reflect on the devastating earthquakes that changed Canterbury and its communities forever, honouring those who lost their lives on 22 February 2011, and acknowledging those who were seriously injured and everyone who helped in the rescue and recovery operation.

The Order of Service summary for the event released today includes:

- The names of the 185 people who died in the February 22 2011 Earthquake to be read in an order reflecting their arrangement on the Memorial Wall – an arrangement guided by the wishes of their bereaved families;

- Representatives from First Responder groups who assisted in the rescue and recovery unveiling the Words of Acknowledgement on the Memorial Wall;

- Bev Edwards, representing people psychologically and physically injured in the earthquakes, reading the Dedication of the Earthquake Memorial;

- And moving musical performances by young Lyttelton musician Marlon Williams and lone piper Tom Glover.

Families from around the world who lost loved ones on this day six years ago, and those who were seriously injured will join local and national dignitaries and first responders as invited guests, along with dignitaries from countries which lost people in the quake, and those that sent rescue and recovery teams to help in the days and weeks following the devastating earthquake. Many of these first responder groups and dignitaries will also lay wreaths at the service.

Two large areas with screens have been reserved for the public, and the event will be live streamed to enable people throughout New Zealand to share in remembering and reflecting, and acknowledge the help and support that was received.

Ōtākaro Limited, Christchurch City Council, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu and the Ministry of Culture and Heritage have worked together to deliver the Memorial.

A Facebook page www.facebook.com... has information and updates on the Memorial, and people are encouraged to share their stories of the earthquakes and give thanks to those that helped out at www.quakestories.co.nz...

The event will be livestreamed at www.canterburyearthquakememorial.co.nz...

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2781 days ago

Botanic Gardens

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

When was the last time you went through the Botanic Gardens? I wandered through the other day on the way to a hospital appointment and was reminded just how lucky we are to have such a gem in the heart of our city.

If you're keen to find out more, or get involved, the Friends of the … View more
When was the last time you went through the Botanic Gardens? I wandered through the other day on the way to a hospital appointment and was reminded just how lucky we are to have such a gem in the heart of our city.

If you're keen to find out more, or get involved, the Friends of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens speaker this month is John Clemens; Manager
Conservation and Sustainable Development Curator at the Botanic Gardens
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RAMBLING THROUGH THE GARDENS

John’s talk will be about how he grew up exploring the world from public footpaths. He says people
tend to recognise three types of path: they can engage in the formal procession, or take a stroll or
they may fancy a ramble. These different types of paths have been designed or accidently created
for centuries. He will show some examples, and then weather permitting take us on a walk in our
Botanic Gardens to see if we recognise them.

Sunday 26 February at 4.00pm
Old Information Centre at Botanical Gardens (walk over the bridge from the car park)
Non members: $5. Members $2

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2781 days ago

Lantern Festival will go ahead

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Great news!

The Christchurch Lantern Festival will still go ahead as planned this weekend however there will be NO Fireworks as previously advertised.

Council event staff have been in contact with Police and St John and they are supportive of this event still proceeding.

Saturday and … View more
Great news!

The Christchurch Lantern Festival will still go ahead as planned this weekend however there will be NO Fireworks as previously advertised.

Council event staff have been in contact with Police and St John and they are supportive of this event still proceeding.

Saturday and Sunday Feb 18-19
5pm - 10.30pm
North Hagley Park

The Lantern Festival has been part of the Chinese New Year celebrations since the Han Dynasty (206BC - 221AD).

Usually held on the 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar, it marks the end of New Year festivities.

Parking
Wilson Parking and the Council have teamed up to offer cheap parking for this event. Select Wilson car parks within the central city will offer flat-rate car parking of $3 between 3pm - midnight on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February.
The locations are:

118 Victoria St - 40 parks
374 Montreal St - 60 parks
55 Kilmore St - 30 parks
66-68 Kilmore St - 80 parks
76 Armagh St - 60 parks
109 Cambridge Tce - 30 parks
605 Colombo St - 35 parks
74 Worcester Blvd (Old Clarendon Tower site) - 60 parks

Other parking options include central city Council car parks and on street parking (various charges may apply), parking is not permitted on the grassed area of Cranmer Square.

There will be no public car parking available on Hagley Park.The Botanic Gardens Armagh Street car park will be closed to incoming traffic from 3pm on both days, with the exception of mobility card holders.

Drop-off zones will be located on Park terrace (between Armagh and Kilmore Streets) and Harper Ave.

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2781 days ago

urgent accommodation needed

Gerry from Shirley

Hi, after giving birth 4 weeks ago i have been informed that my lease will not be renewed on 4th april due to house being put on market!, can anyone help with a 2/3 bed house or flat? please ph Caroline on 0224276704, thanks

2781 days ago

Latest update from Civil Defence this morning

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Update on Port Hills fires -6.25am.

Slightly cooler weather conditions and higher humidity with some light rain having fallen early this morning is welcome relief for emergency services fighting the Port Hills fire in Christchurch..
It has been a quiet night with a few minor flare ups … View more
Update on Port Hills fires -6.25am.

Slightly cooler weather conditions and higher humidity with some light rain having fallen early this morning is welcome relief for emergency services fighting the Port Hills fire in Christchurch..
It has been a quiet night with a few minor flare ups contained by fire crews. Thermal imaging is being used to identify hot spots.
There is a lot of work to do to clean up the whole fire area and this will go on for several days.
Te Hapua Welfare Centre remains open with a small amount of people staying there. Nga Hau E Wha Marae and the Selwyn welfare centre have been closed.
Police cordons are still in place and these areas are still considered dangerous. The situation is being constantly reassessed and we will provide further information as soon as it is available.
Fifteen crew from the United States Coast Guard heavy icebreaker USCGC Polar Star are assisting police and the New Zealand Defence Force in the evacuated areas.
A Defence Force Hercules is expected to arrive in Christchurch from Australia today with fire retardant.
Road closure information:
· Cashmere Rd is closed between Hendersons Road and Kaiwara Street.
· Penruddock Rise is also closed at Cashmere Road
· Worsleys Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Hoon Hay Valley Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Kennedys Bush Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Sutherland Road is closed at Cashmere Road
· Worsleys Track from Worlseys Road is closed
· Dyers Pass Road is closed between Hackthorne Road to Governors Bay Road. Use the Lyttelton Tunnel or Gebbies Pass as the alternate route.
· Summit Road is closed between Gebbies Pass and Rapaki Track
· Old Tai Tapu Road is closed between Osterholts Road and Early Valley Road.
· Early Valley Road is closed at Old Tai Tapu Road

2782 days ago

Orion asking people to conserve power due to Port Hills fire

Kat from Waimairi Beach

"Lines in the fire affected area in the Port Hills remain off grid, and power continues to be rerouted, including through Orion’s new underground, Northern Loop cable.Orion asks residents and businesses to conserve power where ever possible, to reduce the load on the network while it is in … View more"Lines in the fire affected area in the Port Hills remain off grid, and power continues to be rerouted, including through Orion’s new underground, Northern Loop cable.Orion asks residents and businesses to conserve power where ever possible, to reduce the load on the network while it is in contingency mode."
www.oriongroup.co.nz...

2783 days ago

Trailer stolen

Christine from Mairehau

Our year old tandem trailer was stolen this morning at 5 am from outside our house in Flockton Street, Mairehau. It was connected to my son's 4WD but the rotters cut the chain and lock and drove off with it.
My husband saw them as they drove off and he said it was a smaller black or blue … View more
Our year old tandem trailer was stolen this morning at 5 am from outside our house in Flockton Street, Mairehau. It was connected to my son's 4WD but the rotters cut the chain and lock and drove off with it.
My husband saw them as they drove off and he said it was a smaller black or blue station wagon, about the size of a Subaru or Toyota.
My son uses the trailer for work and it has (or did have) a sign on the back
'' Riches Brothers Construction Ltd '
The trailer will cost approx $3500.00 to replace so we are offering $1000.00 reward for information that will help us get it back and hopefully these rotters will get their dues.
Thanks.

2783 days ago

Some low life hit a car on Lamorna road and did not stop!

Martine from Parklands - Marshlands

Last night or early this morning someone hit a car parked outside my house on Lamorna road. The car belongs to my son's girlfriend. She has third party insurance only so is very upset about her damaged car. The car that hit her car will has a broken head light as there was plastic all beside … View moreLast night or early this morning someone hit a car parked outside my house on Lamorna road. The car belongs to my son's girlfriend. She has third party insurance only so is very upset about her damaged car. The car that hit her car will has a broken head light as there was plastic all beside her car. If anyone has any info or seen anything, we would appreciate and info.

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