Shirley, Christchurch

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1564 days ago

Got CHCH City RATES advice today to find out we are paying

Leslie from Avonside - Dallington

$6.52 per year for the Christchurch Cathedral restoration. So an average of 200,000 rates payers over 10 years we are paying over $13 Million. Who gave them permission to make us pay for this? How is that ok!! Who's next?

1564 days ago

What are the best home features for people who aren't fully abled?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from… View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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1564 days ago

Poll: Do you support a speed limit change on Marshland Road?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Marshland Rd is set to go from a 70 km/h speed limit to 60 km/h between Prestons Rd and the Main North Rd/Spencerville Rd intersection when it is recommended to council on Friday.
Do you think it should be lowered?

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Do you support a speed limit change on Marshland Road?
  • 29.2% Yes - it should go to 60 km/h
    29.2% Complete
  • 70.8% No - it should stay at 70 km/h
    70.8% Complete
24 votes
1564 days ago

Canterbury, who's your Local Hero?

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

Hey neighbours,

Know a local hero in Canterbury?

The countdown is on. You’ve got 12 days to nominate an everyday hero doing extraordinary things in your community! Don’t let their mahi go unnoticed – share them below and nominate now.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1564 days ago

COMPETITION: A Dad Like No Other

WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best… View more
WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best friend, hero, a voice of reason, rib-tickler. Share what you love most about your dad with New Zealand and be in to WIN! Get in quick – entries close on the 30th August. T&C's Apply.
Enter here!

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1565 days ago

non sense

Don from Parklands - Marshlands

Mate Korona is no mate of mine.

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1565 days ago

Bacon Fundraiser!!!

Natasha from St Albans

That time of year again where my boys are fundraising for a tournament. Due to the events this year it’s a local tournament. We are still fundraising for entry and uniform as a lot of us have had an up and down year.

Its Awesome bacon.

If your interested then let me know. Thanks in Advance.

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1566 days ago

Ever thought about becoming a park ranger?

Jake Kenny Reporter from The Press

Hey neighbours,

Park ranger skills are being offered to jobseekers in an extended conservation course in Canterbury.

Ranger positions at Aoraki/Mt Cook and Queenstown have already been filled from the course, among others.

What are your thoughts on these kinds of courses? Reply below!

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1565 days ago

NEW Showhomes opening soon in Rolleston!

Peter Ray Homes Limited

Since 1990 Peter Ray Homes has proudly helped over 2000 families achieve their dream of Designing and Building their new home.

We are passionate about Designing and Building quality homes that are unique to each owner, to suit their taste, lifestyle and budget.

With a reputation as the … View more
Since 1990 Peter Ray Homes has proudly helped over 2000 families achieve their dream of Designing and Building their new home.

We are passionate about Designing and Building quality homes that are unique to each owner, to suit their taste, lifestyle and budget.

With a reputation as the trusted name in Canterbury building, we value the referrals and repeat business from our clients as it tells us we are not only building great homes, but great relationships.

There are many new builders starting up, but with over 30 years of knowledge and proven experience in Design and Construction Peter Ray Homes are still the obvious choice for new home Builds.
Find out more

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1566 days ago

Sharing Success

The Team from Zealand Immigration

While Monday blues weigh some people down, our team at Zealand is always welcoming Mondays with good news for our clients.
Congratulations to all who got their visa approved in the last fortnight. Stay safe and stay positive.
Have a wonderful week ahead!!

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1566 days ago

The NZ election is delayed until October 17

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an … View more
Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an outbreak of Covid-19 in the community, leading to a halt in most political campaigning.

To read more about the new election date, click here.

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1570 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Traffic at the intersection of High, Lichfield and Manchester streets
circa 1962.

The Majestic Theatre is on the right and the Canterbury Building Society building in the centre, on the corner of High and Manchester streets.

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1568 days ago

Garage Sale - 16th August - 10 am start - Warblington Street, Aranui

Nathalie from Aranui

Garage sale to be held on Sunday 16th August. Lots of items for sale. Some old, some new. A lot of household items. Jigsaws, jewellery, exercise equipment, 50cc bike (not going), other large items and lots of smaller items. Come and have a look. Cash only. Hand sanitiser at gate. Wanting to get it … View moreGarage sale to be held on Sunday 16th August. Lots of items for sale. Some old, some new. A lot of household items. Jigsaws, jewellery, exercise equipment, 50cc bike (not going), other large items and lots of smaller items. Come and have a look. Cash only. Hand sanitiser at gate. Wanting to get it all gone.

Negotiable

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1571 days ago

Wanting to know where to buy a white cockatoo

Dot from Shirley

I'm just wanting to know if anyone knows where to buy a white cockatoo please

1573 days ago

Bin stickers

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Want a sticker to pop on the lids of your three bins so you can double check what goes in each?

Head down to any of our libraries or service centres and our friendly team will be able to give you a set!

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