Spreydon, Christchurch

440 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for peas?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for pea recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 27, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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440 days ago

More Kiwis eligible for insulation grants

EECA

Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat … View more
Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump. In August, the eligibility criteria were extended so over 50,000 more households are eligible for insulation grants.

And you may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Check your eligibility, or check for your whānau.
Find out more

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441 days ago

Fencing

Todd from Todd's Total Property Services

Just finishing up this fence for a new build.

1.8m dropping to 1.5.

Tacked box section type capping on the short end for the clients to look at before choosing between that or regular capping.

Need fencing?
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Just finishing up this fence for a new build.

1.8m dropping to 1.5.

Tacked box section type capping on the short end for the clients to look at before choosing between that or regular capping.

Need fencing?

I'll be down in Christchurch from October onwards!

Todd from Todd's total property services.

022 311 5024.

471 days ago

Rotary Club Chicken Manure..

Alan from Beckenham

Greetings! The Rotary Club of Christchurch South is reminding folks that our annual fundraiser is on!
We will be home delivering (see our web site www.christchurchsouthrotary.org.nz... and place an order under the item on chicken manure) on Saturday 19th August and selling from our usual street … View more
Greetings! The Rotary Club of Christchurch South is reminding folks that our annual fundraiser is on!
We will be home delivering (see our web site www.christchurchsouthrotary.org.nz... and place an order under the item on chicken manure) on Saturday 19th August and selling from our usual street sites on Saturday Aust 26th. Reserve day if wet is Saturday September 2nd.
At just $7.00 per bag (delivery fee $10) it is a bargain not to be missed!
Selling sites will be advised in our next posting nearer the event.
If ordering from our website please be advised you will need to type in www.christchrchsouthrotary.org.nz... rather than searching with Google. Find our article and at the bottom is a link.
Back soon with more info!
Very best,.
Christchurch South Rotary.

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441 days ago

Nice Neighbour: Dave Murdoch - 'They don't come better!'

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time… View more
Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time they are emptied. He cleaned around our pool area after a storm recently as we were busy at work. He is always first to help others whenever he can whether they have an issue with their unit or a stranger having car trouble out on the street - They don’t come better!"

If you have a Nice Neighbour, don't keep it to yourself. You might win a $25 Prezzy® card each and a shoutout on Stuff. Go on, nominate them now!

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441 days ago

CAB free clinics coming up – 23-29 August 2023

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We have several free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and ACC advice.

1. Justice of the peace – Thursday, 24th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

2. Free legal clinics – Thursday, 24th – drop in clinic
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We have several free clinics coming up over the next 7 days. See details below for JP, general Legal and ACC advice.

1. Justice of the peace – Thursday, 24th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

2. Free legal clinics – Thursday, 24th – drop in clinic
- 1pm - 250 Colombo Street (Salvation Army centre) – 03 366 6490
- 6.15pm - 8 Goulding Ave (Hornby community centre) – 03 349 5236

3. ACC advice – Thursday, 24th - 6.15pm - Hornby community centre - Bookings essential, email christchurchclinics@outlook.com or phone 03 349 5236

4. WE ARE CLOSED ON FRIDAY MORNING, 25th, FOR OUR AGM. Our branches will open in the afternoon
- North branch – Fendalton library - 03 351 7804 – Open from 2pm
- West branch - Hornby Community Centre – 03 349 5236 – Open from 1pm
- City branch – 250 Colombo Street, Sydenham – 03 366 6490 - closed all day
You can still access CAB support by phoning 0800 367 222 for other branches around NZ.

5. Justice of the peace – Monday, 28th - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

6. Our CAB volunteers are at the Loft – Tuesday, 29th – 11am-2pm. Upstairs in Eastgate Mall in the Library. Drop in for a chat if you want to talk through a problem.

For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.

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443 days ago

Poll: Covid restrictions: Too soon or about time?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you … View morePrime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you feeling about the changes?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Covid restrictions: Too soon or about time?
  • 37.6% Too soon
    37.6% Complete
  • 39.3% About time!
    39.3% Complete
  • 23.1% I'm don't mind either way
    23.1% Complete
2580 votes
470 days ago

Free writing desk

Terry from Westmorland

Free wooden writing desk with six drawers in excellent condition. Mock-leather top. Sixth drawer holds files.
Dimensions 1500X850x700

Ph 027 4729180

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443 days ago

Covid Update 20/08

Gordon from Halswell

Good to see the rise seems to be a short one.
New cases record
3953 last week with 12 deaths.
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446 days ago

Voting Dilema

Gordon from Halswell

What worries me, is: The media, which is lying to us about politicians, that are lying to us, we do not believe either of them. So we, the voting public are allowed to vote on the topics and policies that we, the media, and the politicians know are not true, or if some are true, we do not know … View moreWhat worries me, is: The media, which is lying to us about politicians, that are lying to us, we do not believe either of them. So we, the voting public are allowed to vote on the topics and policies that we, the media, and the politicians know are not true, or if some are true, we do not know which ones they are.
That is democracy for you, we get to vote and it comes down to GUT FEELING

442 days ago

Win this brand-new home!

Heart Foundation

Dreaming of calling the City of Sails home?

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland in the Heart Foundation Lottery. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen… View more
Dreaming of calling the City of Sails home?

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland in the Heart Foundation Lottery. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away from Glenbrook Beach with stunning views out to Āwhitu Peninsula.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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443 days ago

The power of social connection - your health depends on it!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Did you know that socially well-connected people are happier and healthier according to the latest research? Reach out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while or catch up with your loved ones to benefit your mental health and wellbeing.

Read our blog on social connection to find out more!

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449 days ago

Covid update

Gordon from Halswell

Interesting timing, dropping all covid restrictions as cases rose last week to 5372 and death stable at 20.
The last 6 weeks
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5372 last week. This has me worried along with the winter flu..
Let us hope intelligent people will not go silly.
The Gvt used the … View more
Interesting timing, dropping all covid restrictions as cases rose last week to 5372 and death stable at 20.
The last 6 weeks
5417 oldest
4332
3764
3612
4645
5372 last week. This has me worried along with the winter flu..
Let us hope intelligent people will not go silly.
The Gvt used the term "People should use their 'Common Sense".
There is no such thing, if Covid has not impacted you personally, you have no 'common sense' of Covid to relate to.
Stay safe people.

445 days ago

Tai chi for Beginners Enrolling Now For Spring

Roger from Roger Chance holistic group exercise community classes

Spring is just around the corner! some come out and try some exercise to improve your health and wellbeing after being pent up with the winter blues.

Modified Instant master class the power of YANG style tai chi.
Monday nights
8-week block Course 9th of October - 27th of November
7.20pm … View more
Spring is just around the corner! some come out and try some exercise to improve your health and wellbeing after being pent up with the winter blues.

Modified Instant master class the power of YANG style tai chi.
Monday nights
8-week block Course 9th of October - 27th of November
7.20pm Starts
Private Address in Saint Martins near the brickworks.

15% discount for early bird Neighbourly readers if mentioning this column.

All enrolments need to be confirmed by the 21st of September.

Contact me now! via email or Tapping my name Roger on the page to message me through Neighbourly.

443 days ago

CAB at The Loft – Tuesday, 22 August

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Our team is at the Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall) every Tuesday, from 11- 2pm, to help you. If you have an issue and you need help, just pop on in, you don't need an appointment. They will usually be sat in the Library next to our big yellow flag.

The Loft also gives access to a wide … View more
Our team is at the Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall) every Tuesday, from 11- 2pm, to help you. If you have an issue and you need help, just pop on in, you don't need an appointment. They will usually be sat in the Library next to our big yellow flag.

The Loft also gives access to a wide range of Health and Social services. Organisations such as Community Law and Kingdom Resources are there at different times during the week. Check under the 'Read More' for a link to give you more information about times and whether you need an appointment.

There is also a range of services available from Aranui Community Trust (ACTIS). From the Mower Shed to Indoor Bowls to Counselling services. Check out their website and link to their Facebook page.

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