Russley, Christchurch

DIY right first time #resenetip

DIY right first time #resenetip

Need to brush up your DIY skills? Check out the free MasterStroke by Resene DIY Decorating Manual for everything you need to get started.

2623 days ago

New Home Builders Info Session coming up!

The Team from Jennian Homes

Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View more
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.

These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted

Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Register now

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2623 days ago

Video mihi - Rā Rua

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Tēnā koutou readers!
Our second mihi comes from reporter Monique Steele. How are you going at using te reo Māori this week?
Look out for Emma Dangerfield tomorrow!
Link:www.facebook.com...

2623 days ago

Maori Language Week 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We would like to celebrate Maori Language Week by learning one new saying each day through out the week. Here's day two:

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2624 days ago

Video mihi - Rā Tahi

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Tēnā koutou e hoa mā! As part of out wiki o te reo Māori coverage we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring one of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills. No pressure ae? ? Our first mihi is from Matthew Salmons, enjoy.
(sorry … View more
Tēnā koutou e hoa mā! As part of out wiki o te reo Māori coverage we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring one of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills. No pressure ae? ? Our first mihi is from Matthew Salmons, enjoy.
(sorry for the delay - we had some technical issues in getting the video to Neighbourly)
Link:www.facebook.com...

2630 days ago

FLORAL DESIGN CLASSES - Hornby Community Centre

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

Starting Wednesday 13th September, 10.30 am - 12pm.

This class - be guided through all steps to create you own special Orchid Design, perfect for a small gift or your own home. Have fun learning a new skill, a few basics of design and tips & hints as you go.
More classes to follow including… View more
Starting Wednesday 13th September, 10.30 am - 12pm.

This class - be guided through all steps to create you own special Orchid Design, perfect for a small gift or your own home. Have fun learning a new skill, a few basics of design and tips & hints as you go.
More classes to follow including Kokodama (Japanese moss balls), Christmas Wreaths and Christmas Table Design.

$20.00 per class

For more information go to www.nzgiftboxes.co.nz... or phone Sandy 0274 484 211. Alternatively talk to Linda at the Centre ph: 349-9793

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2624 days ago

2017 GENERAL ELECTION - ADVANCE VOTING HERE!!!

Linda Turner from Hornby Community Care Centre

Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

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2624 days ago

Maori Language Week 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We would like to celebrate Maori Language Week by learning one new saying each day through out the week. Here's day one:

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2624 days ago

Eat fresh, eat healthy - make your own veggie garden

Raewyn from Ilam

Simply Gardening - for beginner/learner gardeners, learn the skills and knowledge needed to set up a small veggie garden - practical skills learned, questions answered. Spread over 2 months to enable you to implement at home. 4 X Wednesdays 1.00-3.00pm Sept 20th, October 18th, November 15th & … View moreSimply Gardening - for beginner/learner gardeners, learn the skills and knowledge needed to set up a small veggie garden - practical skills learned, questions answered. Spread over 2 months to enable you to implement at home. 4 X Wednesdays 1.00-3.00pm Sept 20th, October 18th, November 15th & 22th. Pen, handouts supplied. $3.00 per session. Northcity Church building, 95A Sawyers Arms Rd, Papanui (next to railway). Registration required - Ph 375 0850 Karen/Raewyn 027 629 6668 (Raewyn)

2624 days ago

Voting is now open!

Electoral Commission

Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View more
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.

You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.

To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
Find out more

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2624 days ago

Internationally Approved Airline Pet Travel Crate

Richard from Burnside

Measures 700mm long, 460mm wide, 560mm high. Used once

Airline regulations require travel crates
• to have screw and nut securing the sides (not clips)
• airflow for the pets comfort.
• Secure door (this crates door is quite tightly fitted).

Airline regulations require the pet … View more
Measures 700mm long, 460mm wide, 560mm high. Used once

Airline regulations require travel crates
• to have screw and nut securing the sides (not clips)
• airflow for the pets comfort.
• Secure door (this crates door is quite tightly fitted).

Airline regulations require the pet to:
• Must be able to stand in the crate
• Turn around

You must measure your pet to ensure they are not too tall and too broad.

Price: $80

2625 days ago

Community Newsletter - 8 Sep 2017

Shirish Paranjape from

Yes another issue of Community Newsletter issued by Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood community board.
With the onset of spring, there is no shortage of events. Please check out the events of interest to you.

Community Newsletter 8 September.pdf Download View

2625 days ago

CGHS student wins first Windsor Art Gallery high school art competition

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Congratulations to all the students who took part in the first Windsor Art Gallery competition last week. The judges had a hard time coming up with a winner. All entries are on show at the art gallery until September 20 - check out the next generation of brilliance today!

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2625 days ago

Need inspiration for the school holidays?

Ara Institute of Canterbury

With an exciting range of activities on offer, the school holidays are the perfect time for students in Years 9-13 to experience Ara and have a whole lot of fun while they’re at it.

Our holiday workshops aim to educate and entertain through hands-on experiences. There are opportunities to … View more
With an exciting range of activities on offer, the school holidays are the perfect time for students in Years 9-13 to experience Ara and have a whole lot of fun while they’re at it.

Our holiday workshops aim to educate and entertain through hands-on experiences. There are opportunities to build robots and rockets, launch a mission to Antarctica and explore Japanese language and culture. All of our October holiday workshops are FREE. To secure a place, register online today!
Find out more

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2626 days ago

What's In Season this Spring?

SuperValue New Zealand

Spring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, … View moreSpring has sprung! Whether it's the blooming daffodils, warmer weather, longer days or summer dishes being whipped up in the kitchen - there's a lot to love about this season! Some of our most favourite fruit and vegetables are being introduced and are more plentiful in supermarkets, including spring onions, silverbeet, broccoli, tamarillos and avocados. Check out our facts and tips on avocados and what else is in-season! What's in season?

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2627 days ago

Have you seen this butterfly?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

New Zealand's endemic southern blue butterfly (Zizina oxleyi) is now common only in Otago and Canterbury. Small populations of the southern blue can still be found within the wide distribution of the common blue in the North Island, but their future is unclear.

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