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Hi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And … View moreHi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And it's just 10 short multi-choice questions!
Take the survey today and we'll put you in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards.
The findings will be reported next weekend in the Sunday Star-Times and on Neighbourly.co.nz.
Hi all, just a quick heads-up to people who own or intend to own a cat. There have been a quite a few toms hanging around my property (I don't have a cat), and from the stink they leave it is clear they are not desexed - relatives and friends in other areas report similar. The cats I've … View moreHi all, just a quick heads-up to people who own or intend to own a cat. There have been a quite a few toms hanging around my property (I don't have a cat), and from the stink they leave it is clear they are not desexed - relatives and friends in other areas report similar. The cats I've seen have collars, so are domesticated not stray - my car stinks, my yard stinks, and one managed to spray inside my front door one morning when I was airing the house out and upstairs. There is also frequent fighting at night. Unless you have valid reasons for leaving them "whole" cats *should* be desexed - if they're not desexed they'll just go out and breed willy nilly as is their instinct. The number of stray or unwanted cats/kittens bought to vets or the SPCA is at an all time high, and continues to grow - sadly most of those are put to death. If that upsets you then please ensure your cat is not contributing to that by desexing it.
FreshChoice City Market has been open for over a week! It’s a supermarket with a difference in the heart of Christchurch with a focus on being ‘loyal to local’.
We’ll be bringing you a range of fresh produce, meats, cakes, treat-me items plus more, all at competitive prices. … View moreFreshChoice City Market has been open for over a week! It’s a supermarket with a difference in the heart of Christchurch with a focus on being ‘loyal to local’.
We’ll be bringing you a range of fresh produce, meats, cakes, treat-me items plus more, all at competitive prices. Come down and see us at The Crossing, 71 Lichfield Street.
We’ll also be hosting a Jazz Saturday on Saturday 9th September from 12pm – 6pm. There will be live music, delicious tastings and in-store specials. We look forward to meeting you!
Learn foundation design and Adobe Photoshop skills to launch yourself into the new year! Students enrolling in this course will develop a powerful toolkit that they can then take out into the world in a variety of ways. Whether they want to kick-start a home business, create assets for … View moreLearn foundation design and Adobe Photoshop skills to launch yourself into the new year! Students enrolling in this course will develop a powerful toolkit that they can then take out into the world in a variety of ways. Whether they want to kick-start a home business, create assets for live-streaming content, or just want to know how to use industry-standard software, this certificate will have you covered.
We now have Christchurch classes available! Running over 15 weeks, commences 4 September 2017.
Don’t miss your chance to up skill for Zero Fees!
Budgeting
Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?
Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.
Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a … View moreBudgeting
Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?
Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.
Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a budgeting service that suits your situation. Some CABs also run regular budgeting clinics.
The Financial Capability Trust website and the Family Services directory also list budgeting services and financial mentors around New Zealand.
You can also get budgeting and debt management information and advice on the Sorted website.
You might be interested in joining a local MoneyMates groups. These are support groups for people wanting to improve their budgeting skills.
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?
It mostly boils down to living within your means – in other words, spending no more than the amount you earn and only borrowing money (e.g. a student loan) if you are confident of your ability to pay it back.
You can do this by putting together a budget which lists your total income and all of your expenses. You can download a budget worksheet for free from The Budgeting Hub website or the Work and Income website, or use the online budgeting tool on the Sorted website.
A budget advisory service (see above) can help you put a budget together and work out ways for you to reduce your spending or increase your income.
The Sorted website also has advice to help you manage your debt.
Hello neighbours, here's a look at some new plants out in garden centres this month.
Christchurch could be in for a soaking over the next few days.
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The Council today considered a report looking at short term options to reduce flood risk in Southshore, before deciding on the stabilisation option.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...
Pickup in St Albans, Jacob st From a house renovation. Needs to be gone before 5pm tonight. Text 0273260386 to arrange pickup
There is alot of good wood in here but still needs to be cut up
The restoration of South Brighton's boardwalk is a "vote of confidence for the community", backers s…
More than 14,000 patients denied treatment in New Zealand's under-funded public health system have r…
There is a narrow window of opportunity each spring to renovate and prepare the fields between the winter and summer sports changeover, and this year’s wet winter brings a warning the fields may look worse for wear during the renovation process.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...
A New Brighton Tiny Hut has been gifted by the Council to the school where it was created as three of the Tiny Huts make way for a new playground. More at NEWSLINE: www.ccc.govt.nz...
This year’s Christchurch Arts Festival is a varied programme of dance, music, spoken word, visual art, theatre and comedy. You’ll find it all at www.artsfestival.co.nz... #gowild #chchartsfest
Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:
1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...
2.… View moreHello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:
1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...
2. Take part in The Great Kiwi Bee Count. www.stuff.co.nz...
3. Sign the petition against the sale of pesticides containing bee-harming neonicotinoids. www.stuff.co.nz...
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