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1608 days ago

Police chase golf cart on footpath

Gareth from Burwood

This appears to be dangerous and unwarranted behaviour by police...

WHY...WHY....would you drive a police car onto the footpath to chase something that can't go very fast and isn't going to get away?

The police should have kept their car on the road, and jumped out and just stopped the … View more
This appears to be dangerous and unwarranted behaviour by police...

WHY...WHY....would you drive a police car onto the footpath to chase something that can't go very fast and isn't going to get away?

The police should have kept their car on the road, and jumped out and just stopped the golf cart.

Talk about cowboys!!

www.stuff.co.nz...

1607 days ago

Share a local story with your neighbours.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours!
Do you know of a story around your neighbourhood that hasn't hit the front-page yet? Is there someone in your suburb who really embodies the Neighbourly spirit and deserves for their story to be told? Maybe it’s a local hero who's remained humble. Even if it's … View more
Hi neighbours!
Do you know of a story around your neighbourhood that hasn't hit the front-page yet? Is there someone in your suburb who really embodies the Neighbourly spirit and deserves for their story to be told? Maybe it’s a local hero who's remained humble. Even if it's anything that you think the nation needs to know, comment on our post below!

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1607 days ago

How eco-friendly is your grocery shopping?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Most of us like to think we're doing what we can to lessen our impact on the environment, but how green is your weekly shop?

Beyond the eco-swaps you’ve probably already made, here are some of … View more
Most of us like to think we're doing what we can to lessen our impact on the environment, but how green is your weekly shop?

Beyond the eco-swaps you’ve probably already made, here are some of the least eco-friendly grocery store items to steer clear of next time you're loading up your trolley, with minimal disruption to your routine.

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1607 days ago

Want to help New Zealand recover?

Student Job Search

Keen to support your community and whānau?

Enjoy diverse and challenging work?

Are you a recent graduate or about to graduate?

It’s a time of unprecedented change with Covid-19 so we are looking for graduates from all degree backgrounds who truly want to make a difference to New … View more
Keen to support your community and whānau?

Enjoy diverse and challenging work?

Are you a recent graduate or about to graduate?

It’s a time of unprecedented change with Covid-19 so we are looking for graduates from all degree backgrounds who truly want to make a difference to New Zealand and New Zealanders.

The GovTechTalent graduate programme in Wellington gives you the opportunity to change things for the better, while also shaping your own career path so don’t get left behind - apply for GovTechTalent today!
Learn more

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1611 days ago

Councillors demand staff fast-track efforts to fix Christchurch's broken roads

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A major project to improve Christchurch’s quake-damaged roads will be fast-tracked after city councillors were left fuming by news that repairs might not start for at least 12 months.

The Government handed $40 million to the council just before the coronavirus lockdown in March to revamp scores … View more
A major project to improve Christchurch’s quake-damaged roads will be fast-tracked after city councillors were left fuming by news that repairs might not start for at least 12 months.

The Government handed $40 million to the council just before the coronavirus lockdown in March to revamp scores of the city’s worst streets and overhaul accident blackspots.

But councillors were left scratching their heads on Thursday when transport bosses told them work is unlikely to start for at least a year because more planning and consultation is needed. Continue reading here.

1609 days ago

Help your club look smart and fresh all year round.

Resene

If your sports, music, hobby or community club facilities look a little worse for wear, Resene have fresh colour and paint to bring them back to their very best!

Resene have 3 prizes of $1500 of Resene quality paints, primers/sealers, wood stains and accessories to give away.

In addition, … View more
If your sports, music, hobby or community club facilities look a little worse for wear, Resene have fresh colour and paint to bring them back to their very best!

Resene have 3 prizes of $1500 of Resene quality paints, primers/sealers, wood stains and accessories to give away.

In addition, each winning club will receive a $500 Prezzy card, that you can use to keep your volunteer painters nourished and happy while they are doing the painting! PLUS we have some extra spot prize vouchers too! Simply nominate your club and tell us why they deserve to win! Entries close 31 August 2020!

You are welcome to nominate more than one club.
Enter online

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1610 days ago

Subscribe to Sunday Star Times

Stuff Ltd

What better way to take a load off than to put your feet up and get inspired with a fresh copy of the Sunday Star-Times each week. For a limited time, when you subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for just 6 months*, we are giving away a free Gourmet Spice Pack valued at $65 so you can get crafty in … View moreWhat better way to take a load off than to put your feet up and get inspired with a fresh copy of the Sunday Star-Times each week. For a limited time, when you subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for just 6 months*, we are giving away a free Gourmet Spice Pack valued at $65 so you can get crafty in the kitchen with Raptor Naturals finest flavours.

Call us on 0800 339 000 or click on the button below and use the promo code “SSTRAPTOR” to redeem this special offer now.

Hurry as this offer ends 31st July, 2020!

*T&Cs apply. For full terms and conditions, please visit www.mags4gifts.co.nz
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1619 days ago

Show us your winter snaps!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi Canterbury! The days are getting colder and the Neighbourly Snaps campaign is turning up the heat in your region. Show the rest of your neighbours the wintery scenes around your pad or your region. What's your idea of a wintery scene? Post your photo in the comments below ⬇️⬇️

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1611 days ago

Next issue of Get Growing ezine - coming next week!

Reporter NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hi neighbours, the next issue of Get Growing will now be released early next week, so keep your eyes peeled! In the meantime you can read all previous editions here, so dig in and enjoy!

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1611 days ago

HANDISCOPE CRAFT MARKET AND GARAGE SALE.

Susanne from St Chad's and St Ambrose Anglican Church of Linwood and Aranui.

TOMMORROW,SATURDAY4/6ST AMBROSES CHURCH,BREEZES Rd
10--2pm.A great selection of craft stalls,something for everyone made by Handiscope groups. Garage sale down the drive,bargains galore.
This is a monthly market,first Saturday of the month.

1613 days ago

Scam warning

Gareth from Burwood

Email says its from NZTA. Registration expiring soon...
The web site it directs you too , looks very convincing.. Except the address is an attempt at a fake Govt one.
Please be warned people.
If you wish to use their site.. go directly there.. not via a link in an email.

1613 days ago

FREE first class of Yoga

Robyn from Soul2Sole Fitness

It’s cold out there, but you’ll warm up pretty well in my yoga class. Suitable for all levels. I hope to see you soon Robyn

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1613 days ago

Four Square

Gareth from Burwood

I see a few ads for them on here in the last few weeks.....
What is the point, except to annoy?
There isn't a four square within 20Km's of Burwood...
Pointless, wasted, annoying advertising!!!

With all the separate neighbourhoods and being able to post into exactly which areas are … View more
I see a few ads for them on here in the last few weeks.....
What is the point, except to annoy?
There isn't a four square within 20Km's of Burwood...
Pointless, wasted, annoying advertising!!!

With all the separate neighbourhoods and being able to post into exactly which areas are wanted, this is just lazy bulk marketing!

Have some sense ad people

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1612 days ago

SOLD - 4 x Timber Windows - Free for Collection

Tony from Avonside - Dallington

4 x timber windows available for immediate collection. Good condition - we just switched to aluminium as part of renovation.

Windows are 240cm x 170cm so a good size if you have a room with a view. Large square pane with 2 x awning windows on each. Single glazed. Two windows have LH side … View more
4 x timber windows available for immediate collection. Good condition - we just switched to aluminium as part of renovation.

Windows are 240cm x 170cm so a good size if you have a room with a view. Large square pane with 2 x awning windows on each. Single glazed. Two windows have LH side awning windows and the other 2 are RH awning windows.

Must collect before Sunday 5th of July otherwise they are off to the dump. Pickup is from Dallington.

Please call rather than message via the website. Call Tony on 021 632 402.

Free

1616 days ago

Another delay for Christchurch's new hospital building

Anna Williams Reporter from The Press

The handover of Christchurch's new $500m hospital building might be delayed again as assessors survey the damage caused by a flood earlier this month.

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