Phillipstown, Christchurch

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632 days ago

Found

Peter from Richmond

Hi bnz eftpos card found in strowan road in the cycle lane. Approximately 840am. If you have lost an efpost card contact me with the name on the card.

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631 days ago

A great range of stock out now

The Team from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Hi everyone
We have a great range of clothes out today, in all sizes, many with new tags attached. Shoes and handbags proving popular so don’t miss out. Our Reuse, Recycle Relove feature table is creating quite a buzz. Still some treasures left so be in quick.
Open 7 days Monday - Friday … View more
Hi everyone
We have a great range of clothes out today, in all sizes, many with new tags attached. Shoes and handbags proving popular so don’t miss out. Our Reuse, Recycle Relove feature table is creating quite a buzz. Still some treasures left so be in quick.
Open 7 days Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 10 - 4pm. Sunday 10 - 3.00pm.
683 Ferry Road, behind Domino’s.

632 days ago

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View more
The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?!
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632 days ago

Reuse, Recycle, Relove

The Team from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Hi everyone
We’re celebrating recycling this week. Our volunteer team have really got on board with this and designed and created some fantastic items. Most of the materials used would have ended up in the bin. Pop in and have a look at our feature table and see if you can find something … View more
Hi everyone
We’re celebrating recycling this week. Our volunteer team have really got on board with this and designed and created some fantastic items. Most of the materials used would have ended up in the bin. Pop in and have a look at our feature table and see if you can find something special.
Open 7 days Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm, Sunday 10.00- 3.00pm
683 Ferry Road, behind Domino’s.

636 days ago

We’re looking pretty for the weekend.

The Team from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Hi everyone
We’re all refreshed and restocked for the weekend. Manchester, books, homewares
and loads preloved clothes waiting for you. Don’t forget we have a further 25% off woman’s clearance racks. Handbags and shoes selling fast so don’t miss out.
Open 7 days Monday-Fri 9.00am - … View more
Hi everyone
We’re all refreshed and restocked for the weekend. Manchester, books, homewares
and loads preloved clothes waiting for you. Don’t forget we have a further 25% off woman’s clearance racks. Handbags and shoes selling fast so don’t miss out.
Open 7 days Monday-Fri 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm, Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm

633 days ago

Re unwanted opinion

Peter from Richmond

I will not name this person as I'm better than that. But nice to know that people think they have the right to dictate your life when they don't know you from a bar of soap. I asked for a little help with my kittens one week as had just one time where something happened and I needed a … View moreI will not name this person as I'm better than that. But nice to know that people think they have the right to dictate your life when they don't know you from a bar of soap. I asked for a little help with my kittens one week as had just one time where something happened and I needed a little help. This neighbor decides to message me and tell me if I can't afford to feel them I shouldn't have them. Well first of all it was just once everyone needs a little help from time to time. Where is your empathy and compassion. Second of all I have had all the kittens injections done the last one will be microchiped. And next month both will be spayed. So I have paid for all of this. Next time before you make judgement on someone else. Take a hard look at your self first as I'm guessing you ain't perfect.

639 days ago

Water use falls in Christchurch as residents fear new charges

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

From reporter Tina Law:

Christchurch residents are using less water as the threat of being chargedhits home.

The city council says water use has decreased by more than 10% since charges for using too much were introduced, saving millions of litres.

The council introduced an excess water … View more
From reporter Tina Law:

Christchurch residents are using less water as the threat of being chargedhits home.

The city council says water use has decreased by more than 10% since charges for using too much were introduced, saving millions of litres.

The council introduced an excess water charge in October after making the decision to push ahead with the scheme in 2021.

The first bills are due to be sent out later this month, but people have already been reducing how much they use.


According to figures supplied by the council, the average daily water use per household has consistently dropped each month since April, compared to the same period the previous year.


Last month, residents used on average 645 litres of water, compared to 767 litres in January 2022, a 16% decrease.

May saw the biggest monthly year-to-year drop so far, of 26%.

Under the new rules, people will be charged a fixed rate of $1.35 for every 1000 litres they use over the 700-litre limit, which is the equivalent of 100 toilet flushes.

Bills will not be sent out for $25 or less, so people will have to use more than 900 litres each day over 90 days to receive a bill. Once a bill goes above $25, the person will be charged for all usage above 700 litres.

It is not yet known how many people will get a bill, but the average charge is likely to be $83 and the maximum about $400.


A council spokesperson said it was great to see the reduction in water use across the district.

“Millions of litres of water have been saved since we started a campaign to encourage residents to check and reduce their water use.”

Some of the savings are due to residents finding and fixing leaks on their properties.

“Some of these leaks were resulting in hundreds of thousands of litres of water being wasted each week.”

The council hopes water use will continue to decrease over the coming months.


However, some residents have labelled the charge as unfair, especially since almost a quarter (25,295) of Christchurch households will not be charged because they share a meter with their neighbours.


Mayor Phil Mauger has publicly labelled the charge “unfair”.

During an interview with Newstalk ZB last week, Mauger questioned the need for water charging now that many leaks had been fixed, including his own. He found he was using 3000 litres a day due to a leak.

Mauger, who in 2021 voted against the introduction of charging for excess water use, said he thought the matter should be referred to the annual plan and the public consulted again.

Cr Sam MacDonald has also expressed support for this to happen.

But Cr Sara Templeton said the charges were consulted on twice, with the proposal tweaked in between to make it more fair.

“Re-consulting continuously until you get the result you want seems a waste of council time and ratepayers' money.”


She said 20% of properties use 50% of the city’s water supply, meaning they were effectively subsidised by the 80% who use less water.

“It is simply not fair that a small unit in Linwood using little water subsidises a large, lush lawn in Fendalton.”

Templeton said the charge had proven that people did not reduce their water use or check for leaks without financial incentive.


“Without the reduction in use we will have to spend more money as a city drilling more bores and putting in more pump stations to keep up with use, putting rates up further.”

632 days ago

Have you got the shed of your dreams?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken … View more
Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds to win amazing prizes worth more than $2000. The Resene Shed of the Year 2023 winners will be announced in the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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633 days ago

Catchball

Sarah from Waltham

Never played a team sport before? Been out of sport for a while?
No problem! If you are a woman over 16 years old and want to get active and have fun while meeting new people, Catchball is for you!
It is a hybrid of netball and volleyball - pass the ball to your team, throw it over the net, if it … View more
Never played a team sport before? Been out of sport for a while?
No problem! If you are a woman over 16 years old and want to get active and have fun while meeting new people, Catchball is for you!
It is a hybrid of netball and volleyball - pass the ball to your team, throw it over the net, if it hits the ground, you score a point!
Come along and meet the women who are having fun, playing Catchball.
Wear comfy clothes and sports shoes. Bring a bottle of water.

First time free. Every Thusrday @530pm Lyttelton Rec Center.
Any questions, message either:
Antje 0211753176
Muriel 0274757803.
#catchball

633 days ago

We’re working on something special

The Team from Red Cross Shop Woolston

Hi everyone
The team are working on a little project, watch this space, all will be revealed Tuesday. In meantime, we have a further 25% off women’s clearance racks. Both women’s clearance and $1 & $2 racks refreshed with new clothes all ready for you.
Open 7 days, Monday - Friday 9.00am … View more
Hi everyone
The team are working on a little project, watch this space, all will be revealed Tuesday. In meantime, we have a further 25% off women’s clearance racks. Both women’s clearance and $1 & $2 racks refreshed with new clothes all ready for you.
Open 7 days, Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm, Sunday 10.00am -4.00pm
683 Ferry Road, behind Domino’s.

633 days ago

Childcare vacancies

Maria from Alpha Preschool

We have spaces available. Come down and check us out.

633 days ago

FULL COLOUR BUSINESS CARDS - FREE DESIGN & SETUP

Matthew from Christchurch Central

250 cards $69.00 + gst
500 cards $79.00 + gst
1000 Cards $139 & gst

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Price: $69

635 days ago

Can you help support Cyclone Gabrielle affected communities?

Stuff

Cyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. … View moreCyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. We'd love your support. You can donate here. Donate now

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635 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for taro?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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635 days ago

Stained chair

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

It’s easy to transform a plain wicker chair into something special with Resene Colorwood natural wood stain.

Find out how to transform your furniture with our easy advice.

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