Spreydon, Christchurch

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1644 days ago

Look at these great Local Likes...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hey Lolly Shop and Placemakers Christchurch! Your neighbours really LIKE you! Check out these awesome shoutouts from your local community. Thanks for being such a special part of your community. Make a Local Like

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1644 days ago

Tai Chi Beginners Class Re-starting on Monday, the 8th of June

Sandy from Aidanfield

Tai Chi for Joy Class
Guided by experienced Chinese teacher, Sandy Jiang, an accredited provider of the Strength and Balance Programme

Improving balance, posture, memory, flexibility, energy, immune system, relaxation, and well-being and proven to prevent falls, protecting bones and joints.

Free … View more
Tai Chi for Joy Class
Guided by experienced Chinese teacher, Sandy Jiang, an accredited provider of the Strength and Balance Programme

Improving balance, posture, memory, flexibility, energy, immune system, relaxation, and well-being and proven to prevent falls, protecting bones and joints.

Free 1st visit: Come and try the graceful Tai Chi movements
~ the combination of yoga, gentle stretching, energy healing and meditation ~

Time: Mondays, 8 classes a term
Classes re-start from 8 June

Beginners: 1~ 2 pm
$72 per term ($9) or $11 casual,
$56 per term ($7) or $9 casual for Community Service card or SuperGold card holders

Experienced: 1 ~ 2:30 pm
$104 per term ($13) or $15 casual,
$88 per term ($11) or $13 casual for Community Service card or SuperGold card holders

Contact your Tai Chi teacher: Sandy Jiang 03 260-125, sandyjsky@gmail.com

1644 days ago

WIN: A Resene makeover

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and … View more
Hey neighbours, thanks to everyone who nominated an essential worker to win one of three Resene prize packs, each including a Resene colour consultation, a $350 Resene voucher and the latest Resene fan decks.

The lucky winners are: Lee-Ann Hodgson, in Hunterville, Susannah Aho, in Auckland, and Chad Birt, in Titahi Bay. Congratulations!

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1645 days ago

FREE Delivery At Hell Pizza!

Hell Pizza

HELL Pizza, bringing you the best damned pizza in this lifetime and the next. Wicked range of GF, Veggie and Vegan options available.

Get your claws on the NEW Reuben Pizza. Smuggled in from the free world, this cunning beast is loaded with New Zealand Beef Brisket Pastrami, the infamous … View more
HELL Pizza, bringing you the best damned pizza in this lifetime and the next. Wicked range of GF, Veggie and Vegan options available.

Get your claws on the NEW Reuben Pizza. Smuggled in from the free world, this cunning beast is loaded with New Zealand Beef Brisket Pastrami, the infamous McClure's Pickles, Sauerkraut, our home-made Russian Dressing and melted Swiss Cheese. Our take on a Reuben Sandwich will have you craving for more and more.

Get a taste for this outlaw with FREE delivery on orders over $25 with the code: DEVILNEXTDOOR for a limited time.
Find out more

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1645 days ago
1645 days ago

We’re open again in Level 2!

Vision Christchurch

Now that we’re back at Level 2 our campuses are open again! Students are able to resume their studies on site this week, and we are able to take walk-in enquiries on campus.
We have contract tracing systems in place as well as social distancing measurements and frequent cleaning for your safety … View more
Now that we’re back at Level 2 our campuses are open again! Students are able to resume their studies on site this week, and we are able to take walk-in enquiries on campus.
We have contract tracing systems in place as well as social distancing measurements and frequent cleaning for your safety and peace of mind.
Don’t put your future on hold! Pop into one of our campuses today and find out what programmes we have on offer at Vision College.

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1645 days ago

Poll: What do you think of CCTV on private homes?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If … View more
I'm writing a story about CCTV security cameras on homes, what's the best system, how to install them, and whether or not they're a useful deterrent.
I wondered what you thought about private security cameras. Are they good for the neighbourhood? Or a sign troubled communities?
If you've got a strong opinion about them, drop me a line and let me know what you think.

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What do you think of CCTV on private homes?
  • 92.4% Yes, they're OK.
    92.4% Complete
  • 4.6% I'm not sure.
    4.6% Complete
  • 3% No, they're not OK.
    3% Complete
1959 votes
1646 days ago

Ryman pioneers certainty

Ryman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care … View moreRyman’s Peace of Mind guarantees provide a little certainty in your retirement. Our affordable base weekly fee is fixed for life*, our deferred management fee is capped at 20 per cent, one of the lowest around, and villages provide independent living, assisted living and a full range of care options. These are just some of the ways we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

*Some conditions apply.

Visit our website to find the village that’s right for you.
Find out more

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1646 days ago

Will you make the most of changes to DIY rules?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about the changes to building consent rules for low-risk home projects?

The government says the change will save homeowners time and money, but pro builder and The Block NZ foreman Peter Wolfkamp, is advising caution if you're planning a DIY sleep-out or … View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about the changes to building consent rules for low-risk home projects?

The government says the change will save homeowners time and money, but pro builder and The Block NZ foreman Peter Wolfkamp, is advising caution if you're planning a DIY sleep-out or office. Find out why, here.

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1646 days ago

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $5.00 Each Cheap.!!

Murray from Halswell

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $5.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All

We still have Boxes Available

We end up with surplus Wooded Crates & we sell them off for the Work Social Club.
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CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $5.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All

We still have Boxes Available

We end up with surplus Wooded Crates & we sell them off for the Work Social Club.

They are Clean / Strong Wooden / Ply with metal corners for strength

Come with lids.

3 Main Sizes

1200mm x 800mm x 900mm

or

1000mm x 800mm x 900mm

or

1000 mm x 800mm x 600 mm

can be used for all sorts of things.

General Storage / Fire Wood storage / Made into Pet Houses - etc etc
Collection or Viewing welcome in Hornby - Christchurch.

Please Txt / Phone 0275417518

Thanks :-)
Murray.

Price: $5.00

Price: $5

1646 days ago

Maths in Daily Life

NumberWorks'nWords Cashmere

Have you heard your child say "Why do I ever need to know this?" Relating maths to real life can help your child understand the why!

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1646 days ago

Queen's Birthday Weekend

Katrina from Unichem Lincoln Road Pharmacy

We are closed Monday 1 June for Queen's Birthday, please ensure you have enough medication to see you through this period. Call us on 03 3380691 to arrange repeat prescriptions.

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1646 days ago

Fridge freezer

Rochelle from Halswell

New fridge freezer for sale message me if intrested tia.

Price: $300

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1647 days ago

Reverse Equity Mortgage gives you options.

SBS Bank

Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the … View more
Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the flexible loan means regular payments aren’t required and you can repay all or some of the loan at any time.

For more details visit our website, contact your local SBS branch or call 0800 727 2265.

Eligibility Criteria, Terms and Conditions, and fees apply.
Find out more

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1647 days ago

How to attract and keep quality tenants during the Covid 19 downturn

Ruby Housing from Ruby Housing

Between tenancies:
1. Bring forward planned maintenance such as repainting the bathroom or living areas
2. Update landscaping with easy care shrubs and plenty of mulch
3. Add extra heating or ventilation systems, such as a heatpump or air exchange/ HRV type system near bedrooms.
4. Replace the … View more
Between tenancies:
1. Bring forward planned maintenance such as repainting the bathroom or living areas
2. Update landscaping with easy care shrubs and plenty of mulch
3. Add extra heating or ventilation systems, such as a heatpump or air exchange/ HRV type system near bedrooms.
4. Replace the kitchen benchtop with a durable and contemporary material
5. Update kitchen units with new handles and re-sprayed door fronts
6. Replace the letterbox to a modern style
7. Repaint the front door in a bright and contemporary colour
8. Clean out gutters and replace any broken or leaking downpipes
9. Add a french drain to deal with water pooling and soggy lawns
10. Waterblast paths and steps to remove moss and improve the look of accessways
11. Repaint window exteriors
12. Replace south facing bedroom windows with double glazing
13. Have the house exterior commercially cleaned before photos
14. Replace damaged fence palings

Easy updates during tenancies:
1. Add a bathroom heater and heated towel rail
2. Replace lighting with LED for lower energy costs
3. Update older style curtains to lined, warm fabrics in neutral colours
4. Add a front porch canopy
5. Fit security motion detector lights to the front and rear of the house
6. Add an auto garage door opener
7. Cut back overhanging trees and shrubs to allow more light and fresh air into the home
8. Scarify lawns and re-sow bare patches
9. Install a paved path to the clothesline
10. Extend or add hard paving for an outdoor seating area in Summer
11. Install additional power points
12. If there is space consider adding a dishwasher
13. Have storage systems installed in the wardrobes and garage

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