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43 days ago

Six tips for improving security around your home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.

2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them … View more
1) Improve outdoor lighting
Ensure that streets, driveways, and front yards are well-lit. Motion-sensor lights around homes deter trespassers by reducing hiding spots and illuminating their movements.

2) Trim your trees
Overgrown shrubs and trees provide cover for intruders. Keeping them well-trimmed around windows and doors improves visibility and reduces potential hiding spots.

3) Secure Entry Points
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are always closed when you are away from the house. Upgrade to more secure locks, deadbolts, or even smart locks for added protection.

4) Add a security camera
Place security cameras in the main entry points to your home. Doorbell cameras are also relatively cheap and a great way to keep track of who is visiting your home when you aren't there.

5) Start a Neighborhood Watch Program
You could reach out to members on Neighbourly to form a group of neighbors who can regularly keep an eye out for suspicious activity and report it. You could also check with Neighbourhood Support to see what is existing in your area.

6) Introduce yourself to your neighbours
The closer you are to your neighbors, the more likely they’ll notice when something unusual or suspicious is happening around your property

Feel free to share anything that you do around your area to deter crime.

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28 days ago

Wallflowers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Take on the terracotta trend and sculpt a unique floral feature painted in Resene FX Paint Effects Medium, Resene Sakura and Resene Apple Blossom. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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28 days ago

Shaken and stirred

Resene

Revamp an old trolley for drinks with a twist with Resene Enamacryl. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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29 days ago

New Townhouse Release

Kevin Hickman Retirement Village

If you've been considering a move to Kevin Hickman Village, our limited release of brand-new townhouses are selling now.

These two and three bedroom townhouses are currently under construction, featuring an open plan living, dining and kitchen area, these homes are perfect for hosting … View more
If you've been considering a move to Kevin Hickman Village, our limited release of brand-new townhouses are selling now.

These two and three bedroom townhouses are currently under construction, featuring an open plan living, dining and kitchen area, these homes are perfect for hosting friends and family.

They are conveniently located near the village centre, which will be opening next year. Don't miss out on the townhouse of your choice!

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38 days ago

Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.

Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.

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Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
  • 24.1% Yes
    24.1% Complete
  • 75.1% No
    75.1% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll share below
    0.8% Complete
3610 votes
30 days ago

Online Shopping warning

The Team from New Zealand Police

As we come up to the festive season, a lot of us want to shop online and look for good bargains 🛍️🛒

Here’s a few tips to help you stay safe, avoid buying stolen property, and not get taken advantage of:
💸If it is too good to be true, it probably is, or it could be stolen property.
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As we come up to the festive season, a lot of us want to shop online and look for good bargains 🛍️🛒

Here’s a few tips to help you stay safe, avoid buying stolen property, and not get taken advantage of:
💸If it is too good to be true, it probably is, or it could be stolen property.
💸If it’s being sold as new, ask for the receipt for the warranty. If they can’t provide it, that’s a red flag.
💸Check the seller’s profile, is it new or relatively blank?
💸If you make a purchase and need to meet somebody to get it, choose somewhere well-lit and well populated in public, near CCTV. If it has to be somebody’s home, take someone with you and let someone else know where you’re going and when.
💸Be especially cautious when buying power tools or high-end toy brick building block sets.

Sadly, if you unknowingly buy stolen property, you’re aiding criminals and inadvertently supporting them to steal more.
If you find a suspect listing or social media scam, call 105, or report it with us online at 105.police.govt.nz

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35 days ago

Poll: Would you commute by public transport if it was free?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Using your car is convenient, except for finding parking.

Cycling lets you leave anytime, but you might arrive soaked.

So, neighbours, if public transport had the perk of being free, would it be your main way to commute?

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Would you commute by public transport if it was free?
  • 67.7% Yes
    67.7% Complete
  • 29% No
    29% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - I'll share below
    3.3% Complete
2917 votes
31 days ago

Prize draw winners!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The winners of the $100 Westfield vouchers are:

Patrice Hamilton from Sunnyhills

Lorraine Heffernan from Wigram

Rodney Norris from Papatoetoe

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The winners of the $100 Westfield vouchers are:

Patrice Hamilton from Sunnyhills

Lorraine Heffernan from Wigram

Rodney Norris from Papatoetoe

Lucy Ayres from Richmond

If you're a winner, get in touch here.

If you're not a winner this week, check back next week!

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32 days ago

Aged Advisor People's Choice Award Winners - for the fifth time!

Kevin Hickman Retirement Village

We're proud to be named Best Provider Nationwide - for the fifth time - at the 2024 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities.

The high ratings and reviews we receive from our residents and their families reflects the effort our team puts … View more
We're proud to be named Best Provider Nationwide - for the fifth time - at the 2024 Aged Advisor People’s Choice Awards for Best Retirement Village and Aged Care Facilities.

The high ratings and reviews we receive from our residents and their families reflects the effort our team puts into providing the best possible experience for our residents.

Our passion is creating communities where our residents can thrive. Receiving this award for the fifth time tells us that we’re on the right track.

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33 days ago

Bird house

Resene

It’s easy to create your own colourful bird house from an old wooden box and some Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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34 days ago

Oxford Edge – Accountancy, Advice, Strategy.

Oxford Edge

Oxford Edge offers business intelligence underpinned by accountancy and business advisory and our edge is in the business solutions and value we can add. Our range of accountancy and advisory services is broad, just like the challenges that a business can face.

Services include business advice,… View more
Oxford Edge offers business intelligence underpinned by accountancy and business advisory and our edge is in the business solutions and value we can add. Our range of accountancy and advisory services is broad, just like the challenges that a business can face.

Services include business advice, structuring, valuations, exit and growth strategies, tax and compliance and forensic accounting.
Find out more

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35 days ago

Be Loved this Spring! 25% off SPCA dog adoption fees ends this Sunday

The Team from SPCA Christchurch - Centre & Op Shops

Until Sunday only, SPCA dog and puppy adoption fees are 25% off. Plus, every dog adopter gets a free Simparica Trio flea, tick & worm treatment, and discount voucher.

We have more than 300 adoption-ready dogs and puppies nationwide. So many of these dogs and puppies are still waiting … View more
Until Sunday only, SPCA dog and puppy adoption fees are 25% off. Plus, every dog adopter gets a free Simparica Trio flea, tick & worm treatment, and discount voucher.

We have more than 300 adoption-ready dogs and puppies nationwide. So many of these dogs and puppies are still waiting patiently for their forever families, who - we’re crossing our fingers - will walk through our doors this weekend.

Visit www.spca.nz... to start your journey together.

35 days ago

Halswell Community Hub Xmas Donations

Keri Glassenbury from Halswell Community Project

Every year for the past 7 years we have collaborated with several agencies around Halswell and Christchurch. From Odyssey House, the Hoon Hay Food Bank, Open Home Foundation, City Mission Outreach and Project Esther, to local families in need. The aim is to bring a little relief and hopefully a … View moreEvery year for the past 7 years we have collaborated with several agencies around Halswell and Christchurch. From Odyssey House, the Hoon Hay Food Bank, Open Home Foundation, City Mission Outreach and Project Esther, to local families in need. The aim is to bring a little relief and hopefully a little joy at Christmas. It can be a stressful and expensive time of year for many. While we realise October seems a little early to start thinking about Christmas, we need time to receive donations, sort them and pass them on to the recipients before each organisation pauses over the Christmas period. We do ask that all items are new only please.
Drop off to: the Halswell Community Hub, 381 Halswell Road from October through to mid December.
This year we are partnering with:
Ngā Maihi - Steppingstones Trust/Odyssey House/Purapua Whetu
Open Home Foundation
Local families
Donations required:
Toiletry packs – shampoo, conditioners, sanitary items (period underwear/pads/tampons/cups etc), deodorant, toothbrushes & paste, cotton buds, body wash/soap, lip balm, hairbrush, razors, hair ties, shaving cream, sunscreen and cosmetic bag/toiletries bag. Outdoor sports equipment/toys, weighted soft animals, squishmallow toys, unicorns, pokemon cards, books, transformers, fidget toys, art supplies like a sketch pad/ watercolour pencils Voucher activity(Swimming Pools etc).

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35 days ago

Sweeten the pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Show your potted plants off in a self-decorated container using Resene Non-Skid Deck & Path or Resene Sandtex. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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36 days ago

Resene October sale on now!

Resene

Save 25% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers and wallpapers at Resene ColorShops!
Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint.
Find out more

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