South New Brighton, Christchurch

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1607 days ago

Crowded takeaways could lead to more Covid-19 clusters, expert warns

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Throngs of hungry people queuing outside restaurants have sparked concerns Kiwis' hunger for takeaway could be our undoing as the country settles into Covid-19 alert level three.

Director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said he'd been among those who enjoyed a takeaway coffee at … View more
Throngs of hungry people queuing outside restaurants have sparked concerns Kiwis' hunger for takeaway could be our undoing as the country settles into Covid-19 alert level three.

Director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said he'd been among those who enjoyed a takeaway coffee at the first opportunity – but he urged people not to forget physical distancing rules.

"It is important not to congregate outside the cafes or other places, or in the carparks of takeaway places like McDonald's when you see old friends."

"We do not want to see the sorts of rebound that we have seen in other countries," he warned. Continue reading here

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1606 days ago

Flu Vaccines - Available Now

Katrina from Unichem Brighton Village Pharmacy

Everyone over the age of 13 is now able to get there flu vaccine in store at Unichem Brighton Village Pharmacy. Appointments can be booked easily through our Facebook Page, alternatively come in store (there may be a small wait if we have booked customers at the same time).

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1606 days ago

New Product Alert

Katrina from Union Street Pharmacy

Are you looking for boost energy levels, detox your body or relax your muscles? The new product range from Go Healthy has something for you! In stock now!

1607 days ago

Why choose Middleton Grange School for your son/daughter?

Middleton Grange School

We are experiencing unprecedented times as a country and as a world during the Covid-19 Pandemic, but our hope and trust as a school community continues to be in our sovereign God, the author and perfecter of our faith.

We are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from … View more
We are experiencing unprecedented times as a country and as a world during the Covid-19 Pandemic, but our hope and trust as a school community continues to be in our sovereign God, the author and perfecter of our faith.

We are a non-denominational Christian school that caters for children from Year 1 – 13. Our point of difference - We are a Christ-Centred, Pupil oriented school. Our ‘Why’ is to offer families a holistic education for their children, focusing on Character, Excellence and Service – for the glory of God.

Middleton Grange School provides a first-rate general education with academic results of the highest quality, and we do this by providing an environment in which the Biblical truths of Jesus Christ are taught and lived.

We see learning as holistic; it aims to instruct the mind, shape the heart and prepare the hands for service.

We want our young people to critically engage in the rapidly changing society and culture that they live in, in order to be a positive influence and to point others to God by their example.

We look forward to welcoming you to be part of the Middleton Grange School family – a school community of Special Character!

Please check our website for further information:
www.middleton.school.nz
Learn more

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1608 days ago

Need to save on power?

Electricity Authority

If COVID-19 means you’ve been using more power, or if it’s affected your income, talk to your power company to check you’re on the best plan.

Find more advice and support at the Electricity Authority’s website.

Talk, Check, see if you can save.
Find out more

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1613 days ago

Businesses back PM's call to order directly from local takeaways

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Canterbury takeaway owners have backed the prime minister's call for people to bypass Uber Eats and order directly from local businesses when alert level 3 comes into effect.

Jacinda Ardern urged "all New Zealanders who may be looking forward next week to accessing takeaway food ... to … View more
Canterbury takeaway owners have backed the prime minister's call for people to bypass Uber Eats and order directly from local businesses when alert level 3 comes into effect.

Jacinda Ardern urged "all New Zealanders who may be looking forward next week to accessing takeaway food ... to look at your favourite local eatery".

What local takeaway/delivery place is first on your post-lockdown wishlist?

1609 days ago

Looking forward to your next copy of NZ Gardener?

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

I am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve … View moreI am (very) pleased to tell you that now that the country is in Level Three, the May issue of NZ Gardener will be sent to our printers, and the magazine will be on sale from May 7. And believe me the May issue is packed with the good stuff, with ideas of what you can sow, plant, pick and preserve to make the most of your garden right now, plus Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown, a bumper gardening quiz, and you can visit a spectacular Taupō garden alive with birds, a whimsical wonderland in Glenorchy in full bloom and meet the clever and resourceful gardeners of the Chatham Islands... all without leaving your bubble. And thanks so much to everyone who has been in touch to offer their support to the NZ Gardener team, especially those who have subscribed or renewed or purchased a subscription as a gift (an NZ Gardener subscription is a great Mother's Day idea, just sayin'!) We are so grateful to you all, and it's your support that allows us to keep inspiring and informing gardeners from all around New Zealand as we have been doing now for more than 75 years. Please share this message with your gardening groups on social too. We’re looking forward to the many more years of celebrating the amazing gardens and gardeners of New Zealand that lie ahead.

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1609 days ago

COVID-19 Alert Level 3 Services

Daniel from ITstuff[ed]

Additonally to people who are working in essential services, working or studying from home, we can now provide our services to all home users.

We will be offering the following services:

-Contactless computer repairs
-WiFi installation and setup
-Microsoft 365 and GSuite migration
-Webdesign … View more
Additonally to people who are working in essential services, working or studying from home, we can now provide our services to all home users.

We will be offering the following services:

-Contactless computer repairs
-WiFi installation and setup
-Microsoft 365 and GSuite migration
-Webdesign & hosting

-Contactless computer repairs: We can come to you to contactlessly collect your computer if it needs to be physically repaired. After the repair is done, we will drop it back off to you. We can now obtain most parts required for repairs again. We use all the necessary safety and hygiene practises and clean all parts and surfaces of your computer/device before and after repairing.
In some cases we can repair your computer by remotely accessing your computer. Where this is possible, we will offer this as well.

-WiFi installation and setup: we can provide equipment to improve your WiFi performance at home. Most of this can be done contact less. In some instances we would need to do some installations in your home - if this is the case, we will let you know and talk the scenario through with you. We are able to do this using all necessary precautions and hygiene and safety practices as recommended by MBIE.

-Microsoft 365 and GSuite migration: We can migrate your old email and colaboration suite to either Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) or GSuite. We can help with making a decision on what would be the better solution for you.

-Webdesign & hosting: If you want to trade in level 3 by selling your product online, we can get you set up quickly with a simple and easy to manage website to get you started.

Please note: At alert level 3 we cannot accept computers being dropped off to our premises. Invoices will be emailed and can be paid by bank transfer. If you prefer to pay by credit card, please let us know. Terms and conditions apply

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1609 days ago
1609 days ago

Need advice on a DIY fail or reno dilemma?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how's lockdown life treating you? If you've been trying to sort some long overdue DIY jobs around the home, with mixed results, help is at hand. 

Have you already had a DIY disaster you need to fix, or are you looking to do some home improvements but don't where … View more
Hey neighbours, how's lockdown life treating you? If you've been trying to sort some long overdue DIY jobs around the home, with mixed results, help is at hand. 

Have you already had a DIY disaster you need to fix, or are you looking to do some home improvements but don't where where to start? Email homed@stuff.co.nz to tell us all about it - including photos if you can - and we'll ask our experts for their advice on how you can fix things up, or where to start with your project. 

So whether you have a interiors design dilemma, a need for some home DIY know how, bigger plans for a reno you'd like an expert opinion on, or even a tough cleaning problem you want cleared up, we'll get you some answers. What are you waiting for? Email your questions and photos to homed@stuff.co.nz and we'll get back to you.

Please note: We are unable to recommend specific businesses or tradespeople to provide quotes etc.

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1609 days ago

New Zealand is now at Alert Level 3

New Zealand Government

Alert Level 3 is a milestone in our struggle against COVID-19. We are all responsible for what happens next. Every contact we make is a chance for the virus to spread.

We could easily lose what we have gained. Our success, or failure, depends on the decisions that we’ll each make alone – … View more
Alert Level 3 is a milestone in our struggle against COVID-19. We are all responsible for what happens next. Every contact we make is a chance for the virus to spread.

We could easily lose what we have gained. Our success, or failure, depends on the decisions that we’ll each make alone – but which in turn – will affect all of us.

Two weeks then a review
• On 11 May, we will review our progress and decide if we can safely continue to step down restrictions, or if more measures are required to protect us all.
• So the decisions we each make now, matter. Because every interaction we have is an opportunity for the virus to spread.

Keeping safe at Alert Level 3
• At Alert Level 3, the best way to keep those around you safe, is by keeping your bubble small. Interact with as few people as possible. Less people equals less risk. And continue to stay at home whenever you can.
• We should each be making the minimal number of trips. Be sure to stay local, and only make necessary trips.
• And importantly, work and learn from home if you can.

Let’s do this
We’re a team of 5 million. Formidable. And we can do this.
So thank you New Zealand for making the right decisions, when it really counts.
Find out more

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1613 days ago

Anzac Day 2020: Virtual services and a cut-out poppy amid coronavirus lockdown

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Instead of normal, we will have virtual services and online events, all from our own living rooms, balconies and driveways.

No matter our current circumstances or any inconvenience of being stuck in a bubble, we should remember - now more than ever - that it is an incomparable luxury compared to … View more
Instead of normal, we will have virtual services and online events, all from our own living rooms, balconies and driveways.

No matter our current circumstances or any inconvenience of being stuck in a bubble, we should remember - now more than ever - that it is an incomparable luxury compared to what our men and women suffered in wartime.

Click here to find a pdf of a poppy - by award-winning illustrator Sharon Murdoch - to print off and stick in a front window - To show that even in lockdown, in our small bubbles, we shall not forget. That we can still say thank you for the sacrifices, we can still pay tribute to the bravery of so many.

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1612 days ago

Lawn mower repairs- Lawn master Self Propelled

Derek from New Brighton

Hi does anyone know if there is anyone in the area that can repair a lawnmower with a broken pull cord. I have pulled it apart with the help of Youtube to discover there is a small broken part that connects the spring to the motor. I assume there is a kit that is required to fix the problem but i … View moreHi does anyone know if there is anyone in the area that can repair a lawnmower with a broken pull cord. I have pulled it apart with the help of Youtube to discover there is a small broken part that connects the spring to the motor. I assume there is a kit that is required to fix the problem but i don't know how to do it. I also don't have the kit. It broke just before the lock down of course so my lawns now are extremely long.

1611 days ago

Small business owners - we have a gift for you!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

To show our appreciation for those running small business in our communities, we are giving away our 3 month Premium Business Listings for FREE*.

Usually $150, your Premium Listing enables you to stay visible and connected to those around your business. Let your neighbours know how you're… View more
To show our appreciation for those running small business in our communities, we are giving away our 3 month Premium Business Listings for FREE*.

Usually $150, your Premium Listing enables you to stay visible and connected to those around your business. Let your neighbours know how you're operating in Alert Level 3, share tips and tricks unique to your industry, send a few shoutouts - or share how your community can support you at this time.

There's no catches and no hidden fees. It's just our small way of saying thank you for playing such an essential part in our communities.

Grab a FREE 3 Month Premium Business Listing now. (Feel free to share the news with your fellow small business owners too!)

*limited time only
Get 3 Months Free

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1611 days ago

Bear Hunt on NZ Topo Map

Gavin from North New Brighton

A bit of light entertainment based on the popular lockdown Bear Hunt...

Some naughty teddy bears and their friends have snuck off into the wilds, can you help find them? You'll be in to win some great prizes if you do!

www.topomap.co.nz...

The prizes up for grabs:
1 × $250 Bivouac Outdoor … View more
A bit of light entertainment based on the popular lockdown Bear Hunt...

Some naughty teddy bears and their friends have snuck off into the wilds, can you help find them? You'll be in to win some great prizes if you do!

www.topomap.co.nz...

The prizes up for grabs:
1 × $250 Bivouac Outdoor Shopping Spree (online voucher)
2 × Osprey Packs (Arcane Tote Pack & Arcane Large Day Pack)
2 × Sea to Summit Camp Kitchen Sets (X-Set 32 & Alpha Set 2.2)
3 × Wilderness Magazine Subscriptions (website-only)
1 × $50 Cactus Outdoor Voucher
2 × Cactus Socks

Thanks to these generous sponsors:
Bivouac Outdoor - www.bivouac.co.nz...
Wilderness Magazine - www.wildernessmag.co.nz...
Cactus Outdoor - www.cactusoutdoor.co.nz...

The bear hunt will run until we get below alert level 3. So what are you waiting for? Get searching for those bears!

Need some clues to where the bears are hiding? Check out twitter.com...

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