Redwood, Christchurch

1489 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

How's this for a throwback, Cantabs?

Cantabrians rush to Seaview Rd, New Brighton to get some last minute Christmas shopping in - Christmas Eve, 1955.

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1489 days ago

Poll: Should all of Christchurch's parking meters be cashless?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

Christchurch City Council recently converted 65 of its 196 meters to credit/debit card only to combat damage and theft.

However, it is not easy to identify which machines no longer take cash.

Do you think we should move to a totally cashless system?

Read more here.

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Should all of Christchurch's parking meters be cashless?
  • 33.7% Yes - cashless is the new way
    33.7% Complete
  • 66.3% No - cash is still king
    66.3% Complete
326 votes
1485 days ago

Homestead destroyed as major South Canterbury scrub fire burns for second day

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had … View more
Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had grown to 2500 hectares and had a 23 kilometre perimeter by Sunday night.

The fire jumped Mt Cook Rd – State Highway 80 (SH80) – and is burning on both sides. SH80 and SH8 remain closed.

To read more, click here

1485 days ago

Homestead destroyed as major South Canterbury scrub fire burns for second day

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had … View more
Hi neighbours,

A large blaze burning through forestry in the Mackenzie District has destroyed a homestead as it continues to burn for a second day.

The fire has been burning since about 11.25am on Sunday after flaring up on a Twizel riverbed and spreading to a large forest on Mt Cook Rd.

It had grown to 2500 hectares and had a 23 kilometre perimeter by Sunday night.

The fire jumped Mt Cook Rd – State Highway 80 (SH80) – and is burning on both sides. SH80 and SH8 remain closed.

To read more, click here

1490 days ago

Joiner Needed

Rosie from Redwood

Hi neighbours
Are there any joiners out there who can remove some under bench kitchen cupboards in Riccarton, so a leaky water cylinder can be removed please? 021-029-27213. Thanks in advance, Rosie

1486 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.

It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get… View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.

It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to nymblscience.com...
Register now

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1486 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Light and easy days, free of depressive eating, bingeing and procrastination
Gone are the days of sitting depressed in my flat, unable to function when all I could do was sit and eat, frozen with fear.

I am amazed how some days seem so light and easy. Then that energy disappears and the next … View more
Light and easy days, free of depressive eating, bingeing and procrastination
Gone are the days of sitting depressed in my flat, unable to function when all I could do was sit and eat, frozen with fear.

I am amazed how some days seem so light and easy. Then that energy disappears and the next moment or 24 hours seem dark and heavy. I’m pleased to report that today was light and easy. Since earlier in the week, I put off writing an email, assessing paperwork, updating documents, finding suitable accommodation for a visiting friend and changing the bed linen! But today, I completed all those tasks with a sense of joy, lightness and ease. I paused throughout each activity and thanked whatever power there is in the universe for that energy and the ease of getting through the tasks effortlessly. The motto, “less effort, maximum benefit” that I heard recently sounded in my heart.

This morning helped me realise the old adage, “this too shall pass!” and the complete practical sense of other slogans I’ve learned in the programme. Another example is, “don’t take yourself too seriously!” I’m appreciating how everything ebbs and flows; one’s energy, the moonlight, the tide on the beach rise and fall, like the sun.

I’m in awe of how it’s possible for a hopeless addict, like me, to not eat addictively - even when some days I feel overwhelmed with chores, people and things, or a feeling of darkness surfaces (and it really is just a feeling). Thankfully, everything passes and, as I mature in sobriety, I really know with all my heart how to keep going.

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1486 days ago

Designer?

Jenny from Kaiapoi

Morning, Can anyone tell me of a designer for older homes someone who just comes in and can give some advice on how to modernise an older home? Thanks Jenny

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1486 days ago

Handy person

Jenny from Kaiapoi

Looking for a handy person to come in and reline with gib over a concrete block wall (small bedroom) I need this done in the very near future so if you are available soon please message me, Thanks Jenny.

1487 days ago

It's the final countdown

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Neighbours! This. Is. Not. A. Drill! Canterbury, you’ve got less than 24 hours to get your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year nominations in.

Who will it be?

nzawards.org.nz...

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1489 days ago

Ashley Bloomfield faces angry CDHB protesters alone: 'I'm here to listen'

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

He flew in, got a coffee – then faced the protesters alone.

Director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield on Thursday arrived in Christchurch to meet with Canterbury's embattled health board and staff outraged by proposed budget cuts.

He was sent by Health Minister Chris Hipkins, who … View more
He flew in, got a coffee – then faced the protesters alone.

Director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield on Thursday arrived in Christchurch to meet with Canterbury's embattled health board and staff outraged by proposed budget cuts.

He was sent by Health Minister Chris Hipkins, who remained in Wellington and has stayed largely silent on the implosion at the Canterbury District Health Board.

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1488 days ago

It's all here.

Silverstream Subdivision

It's all here and we love it! Make it your new home too.

#silverstreamsubdivision #silverstreamwestkaiapoi #itsallhere

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1488 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Register now

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1489 days ago

Wanted: pram or stroller

Natoya from Mairehau

Hi everyone. I have a small dog with a joint problem who loves her walks but cannot walk as far as me without pain and stiffness. I'm looking for a pram or stroller that I can put her in when she has done enough, so that I can push her for the rest of our walk

1491 days ago

Poll: Does one hour free parking entice you to visit the central city?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

The one-hour free parking offer in Christchurch City Council-owned parking buildings is coming to an end on Monday August 31.

The three-month offer was introduced to support central city retail and hospitality businesses recovering from the Covid-19 lockdown.

The Lichfield Street and … View more
The one-hour free parking offer in Christchurch City Council-owned parking buildings is coming to an end on Monday August 31.

The three-month offer was introduced to support central city retail and hospitality businesses recovering from the Covid-19 lockdown.

The Lichfield Street and Christchurch Art Gallery parking buildings will charge normal rates from Monday.

Does an hour of free parking make you more likely to visit the CBD?

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Does one hour free parking entice you to visit the central city?
  • 49.7% Yes - I am more likely to visit with an hour free parking
    49.7% Complete
  • 50.3% No - the offer doesn't make a difference to me
    50.3% Complete
324 votes
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