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1514 days ago

Calls for 'drifters' corner' in Christchurch to be changed before someone is killed

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

Three crashes within 24 hours on a newly redesigned Christchurch road has residents concerned the “drifters’ corner” will become a death trap.

One resident is calling for the corner on Worsleys Rd in Cracroft to be completely re-engineered before someone is killed.

A … View more
Hey neighbours,

Three crashes within 24 hours on a newly redesigned Christchurch road has residents concerned the “drifters’ corner” will become a death trap.

One resident is calling for the corner on Worsleys Rd in Cracroft to be completely re-engineered before someone is killed.

A transport engineer has also criticised the new bend, saying it is designed like a racetrack. But the subdivision developer behind the design stands by the new layout, saying it is safer than the tight corner it replaced.

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1515 days ago

Poll: Is Hamilton New Zealand's most beautiful city?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hamilton is up against current title holder Whanganui for this year’s most beautiful city award. The city has been the butt of jokes for years, but now boasts new laneways, public spaces that give access to and face the river, and plans for a theatre by 2022.
So you tell us - is Hamilton New … View more
Hamilton is up against current title holder Whanganui for this year’s most beautiful city award. The city has been the butt of jokes for years, but now boasts new laneways, public spaces that give access to and face the river, and plans for a theatre by 2022.
So you tell us - is Hamilton New Zealand's most beautiful city?
Read the full story here.

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Is Hamilton New Zealand's most beautiful city?
  • 50.3% Yes, Hamilton has really turned itself around.
    50.3% Complete
  • 49.7% No, Whanganui should be voted most beautiful city again this year.
    49.7% Complete
749 votes
1515 days ago

Community Connects grants

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Have you heard about our Community Connects grants?

The grants help fund projects that promote the inclusion and contribution of older people in community life, and support communities to prepare for an ageing population.

The fund makes one-off grants of up to $15,000. The grants … View more
Hi Neighbours!

Have you heard about our Community Connects grants?

The grants help fund projects that promote the inclusion and contribution of older people in community life, and support communities to prepare for an ageing population.

The fund makes one-off grants of up to $15,000. The grants are open to any New Zealand council, community organisation, or registered non-profit organisation. Applications for our current funding round close on 9 October.

Our last funding round was a huge success and helped fund a range of different projects across the country, that had focuses like reducing loneliness and social isolation of older people, developing an age-friendly community plan and supporting people with dementia.

With the right planning and support, we can create environments where older people are valued, connected and able to participate in their community.

If you have an age-friendly project you are interested in getting funding for click here bit.ly...
Or if would like to learn more about how your community can become more age-friendly click here bit.ly...

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1514 days ago

Throwback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The railway workers' camp at Kekerangu, 64km north of Kaikoura, on January 18, 1930, where a large number of men were engaged in preparatory and permanent formation work on the South Island Main Trunk Railway.

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1515 days ago

Virtual Info Nights

Vision Christchurch

Do you want to know more about some of the programme we run here at Vision? Now's your chance! From the 21st to the 24th of September we are running Virtual Info Night sessions. Meet our tutors, join our Q&A sessions, and get a taste of what it's like to study with Vision. You can … View moreDo you want to know more about some of the programme we run here at Vision? Now's your chance! From the 21st to the 24th of September we are running Virtual Info Night sessions. Meet our tutors, join our Q&A sessions, and get a taste of what it's like to study with Vision. You can register your interest, and we will send you an invite to the Zoom meeting.

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1515 days ago

It's back... for a limited time only!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hungry for local customers? Give your business a restart boost with a FREE 3-month Premium Business Listing.

Usually $150, your 3-month Premium Listing enables you to reach thousands of people who live around your business! Find friendly locals who want your services, introduce your team and … View more
Hungry for local customers? Give your business a restart boost with a FREE 3-month Premium Business Listing.

Usually $150, your 3-month Premium Listing enables you to reach thousands of people who live around your business! Find friendly locals who want your services, introduce your team and share what makes you stand out from the rest.

There's no catch 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!)

*This is a limited time offer
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1516 days ago

80-odd years of CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!

Anthony Wilding Retirement Village

A talented group of residents and staff (inspirees) from three retirement villages (Bert Sutcliffe Village, Logan Campbell Village and Murray Halberg Village) in Auckland, New Zealand have recreated the Music Video "Can't Stop the Feeling" by Justin Timberlake. With an average age of… View moreA talented group of residents and staff (inspirees) from three retirement villages (Bert Sutcliffe Village, Logan Campbell Village and Murray Halberg Village) in Auckland, New Zealand have recreated the Music Video "Can't Stop the Feeling" by Justin Timberlake. With an average age of 80 years and a combined age of more than 2800 years it shows you can't stop the feeling!

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1520 days ago

Changes needed to stop Christchurch congestion from getting as bad as Auckland's

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch's population is forecast to grow to about 640,000 people by 2048. If travel patterns remain unchanged, that would lead to a 20 per cent increase in the number of car trips to and from the central city by 2038, and a 34 per cent increase by 2048.

The most congested roads in … View more
Christchurch's population is forecast to grow to about 640,000 people by 2048. If travel patterns remain unchanged, that would lead to a 20 per cent increase in the number of car trips to and from the central city by 2038, and a 34 per cent increase by 2048.

The most congested roads in Christchurch currently are Papanui and Main North roads heading north, Riccarton and Blenheim roads heading southwest, and Brougham St/State Highway 76. Brougham St alone carries about 50,000 cars daily.

What do you think? How can we reduce congestion in Greater Christchurch? Do we need better public transport, more cycleways, or changes to roads? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below.

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1521 days ago

Contractors ride roughshod over Christchurch widow's driveway, then take down her fence

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

The sign at the driveway entrance reads “no parking, private property”.

That has not stopped contractors using it as a parking spot while they build units next door.

Carole Anderton, a former Christchurch City Councillor and wife of the late Jim Anderton, lives at the end of that driveway.

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The sign at the driveway entrance reads “no parking, private property”.

That has not stopped contractors using it as a parking spot while they build units next door.

Carole Anderton, a former Christchurch City Councillor and wife of the late Jim Anderton, lives at the end of that driveway.

She understood the need for more housing, but the work has been going on for about a month. The contractors, without asking, took down part of her tin fence, putting temporary fencing in its place.

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1516 days ago

Window handles promo

Exceed - we fix windows & doors

Hi neighbours,

ARE YOUR WINDOW HANDLES BROKEN, SEIZED OR LOOSE?

If so, we have the perfect promo for you:

BUY 5 WINDOW HANDLES AND GET A 6TH ONE FREE - Promo valid until 30th September

📲 Call Ross, Quintin and Greg today to replace old handles in your property to ensure you have more … View more
Hi neighbours,

ARE YOUR WINDOW HANDLES BROKEN, SEIZED OR LOOSE?

If so, we have the perfect promo for you:

BUY 5 WINDOW HANDLES AND GET A 6TH ONE FREE - Promo valid until 30th September

📲 Call Ross, Quintin and Greg today to replace old handles in your property to ensure you have more modern, durable and secure locks 🏠🚐🔨

When you book a visit with us we:

✔will arrive on time in a mobile van fully equipped with all the parts and tools we need to complete most jobs.

✔will follow strict health & safety protocols. Will take care in your home, wear protective shoe covers and promise to clean up before we leave.

✔will wear photographic ID and have been security profiled for your peace of mind

T&C’s: Promo valid for Christchurch East, South, West & surrounding areas only. We can supply standard "single tongue” & "double tongue” face fix/subfix and slim line window handles – BLACK COLOUR ONLY.

Now is the perfect time to check all the windows around your home 🏠

Call us on 0800 25 25 00 or head to our website to learn more about the team and services!

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1516 days ago

How does your houseplant collection help you?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

For this Nelson collector, houseplants help her cope with health challenges. "It’s been proven that distraction is a really good pain relief and the plants gave me something to focus on and interrupt the pain pathways.”

1517 days ago

Brand new stylish cushion covers.

Alan from Beckenham

Brand new stylish cushion covers. Linen - cotton mix with invisible zip. Size 45 x 45cm. Please view my other listings, Neighbourly and Marketplace. Will post.

Price: $10

1517 days ago

Power

Frank from Addington

I guess there will be other people like me who are Meridian customers and who have received an email about coming off a fixed rate plan in coming weeks. The choice we are given is to take a new fixed plan for two years as insurance against rates going up or take a variable plan and hope for the … View moreI guess there will be other people like me who are Meridian customers and who have received an email about coming off a fixed rate plan in coming weeks. The choice we are given is to take a new fixed plan for two years as insurance against rates going up or take a variable plan and hope for the best. The trick here is knowing what the future might hold around power prices? So does anyone have a crystal ball? Any insights?

1517 days ago

Exam Time

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

It's that time of year again! ?

Chat to us about how we can help your child manage exam block.

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1517 days ago

Carpet Wanted

Neil from Halswell

Looking for some used/unwanted carpet for loft and garage.

Thanks
Neil

Negotiable

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