Phillipstown, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

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2690 days ago

Learn Tai Chi

Diane from Christchurch Central

Come along and learn Sing Ong Tai Chi to improve your health and wellbeing relax and do your daily exercise at the same time. West Spreydon Primary School Hall, 147 Lyttelton Street, Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30pm to 8:30pm. Small classes, individual tuition. Reasonable prices.
Contact: Diane - … View more
Come along and learn Sing Ong Tai Chi to improve your health and wellbeing relax and do your daily exercise at the same time. West Spreydon Primary School Hall, 147 Lyttelton Street, Mondays and Wednesdays 7:30pm to 8:30pm. Small classes, individual tuition. Reasonable prices.
Contact: Diane - d.ammar@clear.net.nz

2689 days ago

Fun video-based challenges for kids

MindLab Kids

MindLabKids.com has launched, meaning your creative little ones need never be bored at home again. Sign them up now for a safe, educational online experience featuring hilarious characters, things to make and do, fun video challenges and more. We can’t wait to see what your little ones create! Learn more

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2691 days ago

Just Cuts now open at Tha Palms.

Susanne from Phillipstown

New salon open next to Countdown,walk in for all services,friendly staff.Can recommend after my first visit today.

2690 days ago

Life in Christchurch Survey

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

More than 2700 people were asked their views on the central city. Here’s a snapshot of what they had to say about living there: bit.ly...

This is one of a series of four surveys aimed at providing the Council with in-depth information on how residents feel about living in Christchurch.

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2690 days ago

Get your ticket!

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

This quirky meter will be spitting out ideas for “sweet, free adventures” around Christchurch, unlocking some the city’s best kept secrets.

Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

2690 days ago

America's Cup

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

** IT'S OFFICIAL**
Christchurch will be having a parade to celebrate the America's Cup victory next week!
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2690 days ago

Reminder Big Book Sale:St Chad's Linwood.

Susanne from Phillipstown

Book Cafe,Fri and Sat this week 10-2 pm both days.cnr BUCKLEYS Rd and CANARVON St.Come along and see what treasures you can find,good selection ready for sale,see you there!

2691 days ago

Great teaching happening in our communities

Teach NZ

The winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our … View moreThe winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our winners for sharing their inspirational journeys, and find out about their achievements at the link below. Learn more

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2691 days ago

GARDENA Gardener of the Year

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Nominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a … View moreNominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a vege-growing food bank or someone who is beautifying their town or restoring wasteland. It could be anything... basically if a gardener has inspired you, let us know! Include your name and phone number plus contacts for the nominated gardener, or for a contact person if it's a group.

You can send nominations to 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Wellesley St, Auckland. Or enter on our website, nzgardener.co.nz

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2691 days ago

Good you buy must be of "acceptable quality"

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

If you buy consumer goods from a New Zealand business, you are protected by law. The Consumer Guarantees Act says that those goods must be of “acceptable quality” under the law. But what does this actually mean?

Basically it means that anything you buy from a business should do what you … View more
If you buy consumer goods from a New Zealand business, you are protected by law. The Consumer Guarantees Act says that those goods must be of “acceptable quality” under the law. But what does this actually mean?

Basically it means that anything you buy from a business should do what you would expect it to, and last a reasonable length of time.

Under the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) a product is of acceptable quality if it:
is fit for its normal purpose (eg a vacuum cleaner should clean the floor well),
is in good working order (eg a vacuum cleaner should work reliably),
has an acceptable finish and appearance (eg a new vacuum cleaner should not have dents or scratches),
has no minor defects (eg a vacuum cleaner hose should be securely attached not loose),
is safe to use (eg a vacuum cleaner should not overheat) and
is durable (eg a vacuum cleaner should last a reasonable amount of time before breaking down).
If you arrange for the business to deliver the product to you, they are responsible for ensuring that it arrives in good working order.

You do need to take into consideration the age and price of the item. For example, you would not expect a very cheap item to last as long as a more expensive version; and you might expect to see some wear and tear on a secondhand item but not on a brand new one.

Another thing to remember is that if the business points out any faults with an item before you buy it, you can’t claim for those faults later.

If the goods are not of acceptable quality, you can go back to the business as soon as you find a problem with it and they have to do something to put it right. Keep a record of problems you have had with it, such as when it has inexplicably stopped working, and receipts for any repairs you’ve had to get done to it.

Depending on what the problem is, the business must:
repair it at no cost to you, or
replace the item or give you a refund if it can’t easily be fixed.
The business can’t simply refer you to the manufacturer, require you to return the item in its original packaging, or offer you store credit instead of a refund. Don’t be put off if the warranty has expired - if you reasonably expect something to last several years, then you can go back to the business if there’s a problem with it.

If the product is faulty and caused damage to your property, you may be entitled to compensation for that.

If you do strike any problems getting the problem fixed just give your local CAB a call or visit.

For more information, visit our Consumer Guarantees Act and Fair Trading Act page or the Consumer Protection page on faulty products.

2692 days ago

Take part in our FreshChoice Health & Beauty survey and WIN!

FreshChoice New Zealand

How often do you workout? What are you concerned about when buying food? How often do you take health supplements? How much sleep do you need each night?

Take the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey today and you could win one of five $50 FreshChoice vouchers!
Take the survey now

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2692 days ago

Dont forget to send invites

Chanelle from Sydenham

Dont forget to send invites to fellow neighbours each month to score a voucher

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2697 days ago

lost pet found details in post

Christine from Woolston

Bridget Woodsford shared New Zealand Lost Pet Register's photo.
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New Zealand Lost Pet RegisterLike Page
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FOUND - CAT - (BROMLEY) CHRISTCHURCH

Pet cat found in Bromley area severely malnourished ..really friendly white and tortoise shell … View more
Bridget Woodsford shared New Zealand Lost Pet Register's photo.
4 mins
Image may contain: cat and text
New Zealand Lost Pet RegisterLike Page
18 hrs
FOUND - CAT - (BROMLEY) CHRISTCHURCH

Pet cat found in Bromley area severely malnourished ..really friendly white and tortoise shell coloured.

Please Phone or Text - 021704826

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2692 days ago

Poll: Do you support moves to decriminalise marijuana?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stuff has launched a series exploring the prospect of legalised cannabis in New Zealand. We'd love to know your thoughts on the prospect - vote in our poll below.

Read more from the series: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you support moves to decriminalise marijuana?
  • 33.5% Yes - I support this movement
    33.5% Complete
  • 37.7% I support marijuana only for medicinal use
    37.7% Complete
  • 12.2% I support marijuana only for those over 21
    12.2% Complete
  • 15.8% No - I don't support this movement
    15.8% Complete
  • 0.8% I don't have an opinion
    0.8% Complete
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