Phillipstown, Christchurch

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Neighbourly's online garage sale is today!

Check out the goodies on offer here. Or...it's not too late to list your own items for sale!

2593 days ago

Transport life in Christchurch

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We wanted to know what Christchurch residents thought about transport. So we asked, and more than 4,500 people responded. Do you agree with them?
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2593 days ago

How to start increasing our productivity and focus

Dani Rius from Dani Rius - Strategic Intervention Coach (Tony Robbins' method)

If you are on Facebook, watch videos with tips based on evidence at
www.facebook.com.... The latest is a 4 minute talk on productivity, focus and resilience. In the last 2 weeks I talked about how to keep mentally fit and prevent burnout.
Please send me your comments and questions you may have … View more
If you are on Facebook, watch videos with tips based on evidence at
www.facebook.com.... The latest is a 4 minute talk on productivity, focus and resilience. In the last 2 weeks I talked about how to keep mentally fit and prevent burnout.
Please send me your comments and questions you may have around mental fitness and spiritual matters. I am a researcher and trained life and business coach.

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2593 days ago

Unleashed dogs a risk for Port Hills lambs

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Tracks don't close for lambing and the next four to five weeks are the most crucial time for new lambs. Make sure you keep your dog on a leash - and spread the word with your neighbours.

Read more here at Newsline

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2593 days ago

Christchurch Arts Festival 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Experience the stories and skills of a wide range of artists who will come to Christchurch in 2017 for this year’s Christchurch Arts Festival. Artists have come from places as diverse as China, Mexico, Denmark, the UK, South Korea, Sweden, Germany, Australia and our home-grown talent. We can’t … View moreExperience the stories and skills of a wide range of artists who will come to Christchurch in 2017 for this year’s Christchurch Arts Festival. Artists have come from places as diverse as China, Mexico, Denmark, the UK, South Korea, Sweden, Germany, Australia and our home-grown talent. We can’t wait! Go to www.artsfestival.co.nz... to find out more #gowild #chchartsfest

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2593 days ago

Report outlines multi-use arena costs

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Have a look at the results of the pre-feasibility study on a multi-use arena for Christchurch.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2593 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View more
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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2598 days ago

Aurora australis

Chris from Linwood

Hi all, solar conditions were favourable to produce auroral displays last night, but Chch was clouded over at 9pm so I thought I'd just get into bed about 11pm - a quick glance out the window at 11 however and I could see stars in the southern sky, so I popped out to Motukarara and started … View moreHi all, solar conditions were favourable to produce auroral displays last night, but Chch was clouded over at 9pm so I thought I'd just get into bed about 11pm - a quick glance out the window at 11 however and I could see stars in the southern sky, so I popped out to Motukarara and started snapping away at around midnight... got a couple of not bad shots, but needing strong coffee today...lol

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2600 days ago

Diamond Engagement Ring - Perfect Accuracy

Polished Diamonds

Polished Diamonds are a Christchurch based Diamantaire and expert Jeweller specialising in engagement, wedding and custom made items. We set diamonds but also supply sapphire, ruby and emerald, make repairs, remakes and service our local community. Using Computer Aided Design (CAD) we are able to… View morePolished Diamonds are a Christchurch based Diamantaire and expert Jeweller specialising in engagement, wedding and custom made items. We set diamonds but also supply sapphire, ruby and emerald, make repairs, remakes and service our local community. Using Computer Aided Design (CAD) we are able to show clients how a new ring will actually look allowing for small tuning adjustments. No longer should your fine jewellery be asymmetrical because from the CAD digital we 3D print a wax polymer model to cast into Platinum, Gold etc.  The human error element is completely removed but the traditional hand craftsmanship of diamond setting, polishing and finishing remains.  The finest jewellery at the best price - custom made and ready to help.  You can find us online or at our New Regent Street design studio.

2594 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
2594 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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2595 days ago

Health & Wellbeing Christchurch support group

Dani Rius from Dani Rius - Strategic Intervention Coach (Tony Robbins' method)

If you work in the health industry or related field, connect with the H&W ChCh Facebook group to fuel up with some positive energy to help you keep up with the emotional demands of work.
Introduce yourself and ask to be added to the group.
Looking forward to meeting more awesome Cantabrians … View more
If you work in the health industry or related field, connect with the H&W ChCh Facebook group to fuel up with some positive energy to help you keep up with the emotional demands of work.
Introduce yourself and ask to be added to the group.
Looking forward to meeting more awesome Cantabrians and welcoming them to the group!
Have a great day!
Dani

2598 days ago

Opawa school is Fundraising!

Scarlett from Woolston

Hey! My sons school is doing a fundraiser for new science & technology equipment! If you know any children you can sponsor or you can donate on the GIVEALITTLE page!
Every cent counts

givealittle.co.nz...

2597 days ago

Everyone’s a winner with a $40 gift from Ring!

Ring

Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive… View more
Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive $40 discount only for Neighbourly members.

To claim your discount, simply go to Ring.com and purchase a Video Doorbell or Security Camera. During the checkout process, enter promo code NEIGHBOURLY40 to save $40 on your new device. The promo code will expire on August 31, so be sure to redeem it soon. Limit two per household.

Ring sends alerts to your phone, tablet and PC whenever motion is detected. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. With Ring, you’ll never miss another visitor. Because with Ring, you’re always home.
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2604 days ago

Lovely day for gardening!

Isabelle from Sydenham

There's freshly dug, good quality soil piled at the front of 104 Huxley St, Sydenham free for whoever gets to it first. Good quality, non-clay soil - would be great for a planter or vege bed. There's a few stones, you're welcome to sieve it and leave the stones. Please help yourself … View moreThere's freshly dug, good quality soil piled at the front of 104 Huxley St, Sydenham free for whoever gets to it first. Good quality, non-clay soil - would be great for a planter or vege bed. There's a few stones, you're welcome to sieve it and leave the stones. Please help yourself soon, and help us!

Free

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