Russley, 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.

2265 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2266 days ago

Important info regarding Home and Contents Insurance

Trish from Trish Greenwood Mortgage & Insurance Adviser

It's been a challenging couple of weeks for one of my clients as we moved through the process of buying their first home! This knowledge is good for everyone so thought I would share.

Lesson 1.

1) If you are wanting to purchase a repaired home that was previously an "as is where is … View more
It's been a challenging couple of weeks for one of my clients as we moved through the process of buying their first home! This knowledge is good for everyone so thought I would share.

Lesson 1.

1) If you are wanting to purchase a repaired home that was previously an "as is where is property" - the first thing you need to make sure you can get insurance. Insurers have really tightened up in this area and getting insurance for homes like this, has become quite difficult. This is because there has been quite a bit of bad publicity around poorly repaired homes and also insurers are wanting to limit the risks they take on! (Given they are in the business of risk - this seems a bit over the top to me)……but, this is the reality.

If the vendor of the property does not have all the paperwork from EQC and the Scope of repair, plus an Engineers report signed off by a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) you will find it difficult to get insurance and without insurance you can't get a mortgage.

Thankfully in the end………All turned out ok for my clients because:

a. They had done their homework

b. There was a full engineers report of the work that had been completed and signed off.

🏡😘😍I love happy endings!!

Lesson 2.

2) Always, always, always!! Have your contents cover with the same insurance company that your house dwelling is insured with!

Remember it is your contents cover that provides you with the "alternative accommodation cover" in the event of a disaster. Seems weird I know!! But it does. So imagine trying to deal with two insurance companies if you had a disaster!! Some people in Canterbury know this only too well, as this situation arose in the EQ's!

Happy to talk if you need to. PS: I don't do Home and Contents insurance but I have great contacts and now even more after this week!! 😂😂😂

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2266 days ago

Ali Cats Cattery - Safe - Secure - Warm - Inspection Welcome

Alison Tewnion from Ali Cats Cattery

Cats comfort & well being is our main priority
All cats welcome from youthful to ageing
Vet available on call
Purpose built cattery, under floor heating, indoor & outdoor units plus Deluxe
Inspection very welcome


202 Old West Coast Road (town end)
ph Alison 03 3421424 or … View more
Cats comfort & well being is our main priority
All cats welcome from youthful to ageing
Vet available on call
Purpose built cattery, under floor heating, indoor & outdoor units plus Deluxe
Inspection very welcome


202 Old West Coast Road (town end)
ph Alison 03 3421424 or 0272183034

alison@cattery.co.nz
or visit us at www.cattery.co.nz...

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2271 days ago

Did you see the meteor in Canterbury?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.

The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Did you hear a "sonic boom" and see an object flying across the Canterbury sky? Many residents witnessed a suspected meteor this week.

The burning rock was at least the size of a fist – much larger than what astronomers usually see above New Zealand. Usually the objects are about the size of a grain of sand.

The arrival of a meteor can be impressive, with even something pebble-sized lighting up in the sky, Canterbury Astronomical Society president Euan Mason says.

So what did you think of the meteor? Where were you when you saw it? And do you see them often from your place? Let us know in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2267 days ago

Vacant spot

Mark from Islington

Looking for a spot to park up, I have a 11.5m bus that needs to be off the side of the road, I only require access to fresh water, any farm area etc would be greatly appreciated , in return I can offer overnight security plus $. I will consider anything available. Thank you

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2266 days ago

Diamond Property Management

Nic from Avonhead

Looking for a Property Manager - here’s a great promotion

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2266 days ago

Bishopdale Burnside Community Awards - Nominations needed

Chris Allison from Bishopdale-Burnside Rotary Club

Community Awards – 1st October 2018

To help us celebrate EXCEPTIONAL service in our local community we invite you to nominate your candidate online for our selection panel no later than 14th September 2018. To vote visit our website: bishopdale-burnside-rotary.com...

Community Service … View more
Community Awards – 1st October 2018

To help us celebrate EXCEPTIONAL service in our local community we invite you to nominate your candidate online for our selection panel no later than 14th September 2018. To vote visit our website: bishopdale-burnside-rotary.com...

Community Service Award

A local person who has contributed significantly to voluntary services in the community

Vocational Excellence Award

A person who has contributed significantly over an extended period of time to a specific vocation to a high standard of excellence

Excellence in Workmanship Award

A business or organisation that has made significant contribution to employment creation and which sets high standards of service


Bishopdale-Burnside Rotary club proudly supports our local community and meets Monday evenings 6.00pm, Papanui RSA, 55 Bellvue Avenue, Papanui, Christchurch. Interested people welcome.

2266 days ago

Waste Free Parenting Workshops September

The Team from Christchurch City Council

A Reminder that it’s not too late to book yourself in for the Waste Free Parenting Workshops happening this next week. There are four workshops happening Monday, Thursday and Friday, so be sure to book yourself in as spaces are limited.

Purchase tickets for the workshops here: bit.ly...

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2267 days ago

Spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!

Manchester Unity Friendly Society

We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start … View more
We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start enjoying all the benefits of being a member of one of the oldest organisations in New Zealand.

- Enjoy kiwi holiday homes
- Meet like-minded people
- Save money
- Protect your family’s health
- Receive kids’ scholarships
- Enjoy togetherness

Use our national network of branches. We have 26 branches nationwide that we call Lodges. The Lodge is where we meet to organise projects that help local members, discuss the local and national business of Manchester Unity, learn meeting skills and get together with friends.

* dates subject to availability
Find out more

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2267 days ago

daffodils

Ingrid from Ilam

for sale all week at 3 chevron place corner of greers road or text 021 220 8342 please

Price: $2

2267 days ago

Book a Training Session for your Puppy and get a free Treat Ball

High Five Puppy Skills

Book your puppy for an individual training session plus 2 classes and you will get a Kong Treat ball included in your puppy pack (applies for September only).🤩🤩🤩

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2268 days ago

Send Bex to represent Aotearoa New Zealand in the Olympics!

Hana from Burnside

Originally inspired by the movie The Hunger Games, Bex first picked up a recurve archery bow 5 1/2 years ago, she fell in love with the sport from day 1 and is now on the journey of her life.

She has represented Archery New Zealand at international competitions over the years. In April this year… View more
Originally inspired by the movie The Hunger Games, Bex first picked up a recurve archery bow 5 1/2 years ago, she fell in love with the sport from day 1 and is now on the journey of her life.

She has represented Archery New Zealand at international competitions over the years. In April this year she won the female cadet recurve target event and the division 1 female recurve matchplay at Trans Tasman in Morwell, Australia. Bex followed this up in July by winning the female cadet recurve target event, the Oceania Commonwealth Championship female recurve and the Continental Qualifying Tournament at Oceania Championships in New Caledonia.

Now is Bex's time as she continues to excel in achieving top results whilst representing New Zealand on the international stage. She has both short and long term goals to represent New Zealand.

The web link, on the right, provides a detailed account of some of the highlights she has achieved this year alone.

Bex has put a lot of hard work into her training over the last few years and this is now paying off with her dreams of representing New Zealand becoming a reality. This page has been set up for anyone wishing to support Bex as she continues to chase her dreams.

Funds raised will be used for travel to international competitions, airfares, accommodation and entry fees.

givealittle.co.nz...

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2268 days ago

daffodils

Ingrid from Ilam

for sale today at 3 chevron place ilam on corner of Greers road just $3 bunch or txt 021 220 8342 to order

Negotiable

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2269 days ago

Get in the to draw win this car!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This month we're giving away a car. Not just any car, but a brand new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690 to one lucky member. To make sure you're in the draw just click the button below - it's that easy. Good luck! Winner

T&Cs apply.
Put me in the draw!

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2269 days ago

Sunday 2nd September

Activate Church Christchurch

Hi neighbours!


First Sunday of Spring! We'll be celebrating Father's this Sunday, & the Father heart of God. Come and join us - the coffee is hot from 10.15am, our gathering starts at 10.30am. We'd love to have you with us!


Don't forget, we're also hosting the… View more
Hi neighbours!


First Sunday of Spring! We'll be celebrating Father's this Sunday, & the Father heart of God. Come and join us - the coffee is hot from 10.15am, our gathering starts at 10.30am. We'd love to have you with us!


Don't forget, we're also hosting the Parenting Place event, Growing Great Families: Baby / Toddler / Primary years. See the link for more details.

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