St Albans, Christchurch

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2257 days ago

Plumber

Natalia from Mairehau

Hi,
I need two taps replaced in to mixer on the hand basin in bathroom and sink kitchen if anyone can recommend someone , please.
How much it could cost?
Thanks

2256 days ago

Keeping you and your money safe - October seminar series

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

ASB Bank and Age Concern New Zealand have partnered to run free “Keeping you and your money safe” seminars during October. We will be discussing issues around financial abuse, scams and online safety with time to ask questions and join us for refreshments.

So why not get some friends … View more
ASB Bank and Age Concern New Zealand have partnered to run free “Keeping you and your money safe” seminars during October. We will be discussing issues around financial abuse, scams and online safety with time to ask questions and join us for refreshments.

So why not get some friends together and come along - We would love to see you there! Please register at the seminar nearest to you

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2256 days ago

Papanui High School Chinese Language Course Term 4

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Papanui High School is offering a Beginers Chinese Language nightclass for Term 4. This Beginners class is designed for students who wish to learn to speak in Chinese. It will focus on useful expressions and dialogues. Students will learn vocabulary, sentences and grammar which can be used in daily… View morePapanui High School is offering a Beginers Chinese Language nightclass for Term 4. This Beginners class is designed for students who wish to learn to speak in Chinese. It will focus on useful expressions and dialogues. Students will learn vocabulary, sentences and grammar which can be used in daily communication or for travelling or business. Chinese culture will also to taught as part of the course.

The course is being held at Papanui High School on a Monday night 7-9 pm beginning on 29 October for 6 weeks. For further information and enrolment visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701.

2256 days ago

Plan ahead and stay safe on our roads

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police and the NZ Transport Agency are asking everybody traveling these school holidays to plan ahead, take regular breaks, and stay safe on our roads.

During five days over the school holidays last year, 6-10 October 2017, 15 lives were lost on our roads. The total deaths for the whole month … View more
Police and the NZ Transport Agency are asking everybody traveling these school holidays to plan ahead, take regular breaks, and stay safe on our roads.

During five days over the school holidays last year, 6-10 October 2017, 15 lives were lost on our roads. The total deaths for the whole month was 32. “If the same thing happens this year, we are going to have 32 people die in October. Who is it going to be, you, a member of your family, a friend, or one of your colleagues?” says Sandra Venables, Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing.

NZ Transport Agency acting Director Safety and Environment Lisa Rossiter agrees. “If you’re going away with your family these school holidays, ensure you are well rested before you set off, and ensure your focus is driving safely on the roads.

“Watch your speed and following distances, make sure you’re driving fresh and alert, don’t get distracted by the kids in the back or by your phone, and make sure everyone is wearing their seatbelt"

Read the full message on the NZ Police website here.
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2257 days ago

GARAGE SALE - 5 VEITCHES ROAD - SAT 29 SEPTEMBER 7-12PM

Erika from Casebrook

BISHOPDALE / CASEBROOK
5 Veitches Road
BIG Garage Sale this Saturday 29 September from 7am to 12pm
Loads of stuff 🗣️👠👗🛍️💄📿👕👖🍽️🎁⚾🚲🌞🌈🔊📕🛒

Toys, kids clothes, books, outdoor toys, shoes, home ware, women's clothes, handbags, shoes, … View more
BISHOPDALE / CASEBROOK
5 Veitches Road
BIG Garage Sale this Saturday 29 September from 7am to 12pm
Loads of stuff 🗣️👠👗🛍️💄📿👕👖🍽️🎁⚾🚲🌞🌈🔊📕🛒

Toys, kids clothes, books, outdoor toys, shoes, home ware, women's clothes, handbags, shoes, kitchenware, china, antique items, curtains, linen, pillow, gift items, housewares, heaps of staff for men, tools, paint, GIB board, cabinets, bench tops, wood and many many other items. Please do not show up before 7am we won't be open earlier!! Everything must go as we are moving!! We will have items that are not normally garage sale items but you can purchase them (eg. furniture, fridge / freezer, cabinets, BBQ etc.).

If raining it will be postponed to the following Saturday.

Come along, lots of bargains but also lots of very good quality items.

Negotiable

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2266 days ago

'Let it go', global thinker tells Christchurch

The Team Reporter from The Press

Christchurch needs to "let go" of the quakes and give visitors something to do after 6pm, says Christchurch's first 'thinker in residence'.

Do you agree? (Click the link below for the full interview).

2265 days ago

Poll: What should the collective noun be for people from Christchurch?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Australia has its Sydneysiders, Melburnians and Brisbanians, while New Zealand has Aucklanders, Wellingtonians and Dunedinites.

But where does that leave Christchurch?

There is no collective term for residents of the Garden City and although Cantabrian is commonly used, it could equally apply… View more
Australia has its Sydneysiders, Melburnians and Brisbanians, while New Zealand has Aucklanders, Wellingtonians and Dunedinites.

But where does that leave Christchurch?

There is no collective term for residents of the Garden City and although Cantabrian is commonly used, it could equally apply to people living in Waimate or Omarama – more than 200 kilometres away.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

What should the collective noun be for people from Christchurch?
  • 30.1% Christchurchians
    30.1% Complete
  • 7.2% Christchurchites
    7.2% Complete
  • 35.8% Christchurchers
    35.8% Complete
  • 5.8% Christies
    5.8% Complete
  • 21.1% Something else (share your idea in the comments)
    21.1% Complete
346 votes
2259 days ago

Have you been opening OXO cubes the wrong way?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you heard this trick before? A handy hack on how to open OXO cubes is causing a stir online, as it seems many of us have been doing it all wrong.

Forget crumbling up the cube after opening the silver foil packaging - it seems that packaging was actually designed to be … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you heard this trick before? A handy hack on how to open OXO cubes is causing a stir online, as it seems many of us have been doing it all wrong.

Forget crumbling up the cube after opening the silver foil packaging - it seems that packaging was actually designed to be flattened. To read more click here.

Simply open up the flaps on the side, flatten them out and then crumble the cube inside the package, turning it into a powder that's a heck of a lot easier to add to your dish.

Did you know this handy trick? Have you been opening the cubes the wrong way your whole life like the rest of us? Will this make cooking for your family a little easier? Share your thoughts in the replies below!

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2257 days ago

** Kids market day **

Abraham Atherton from St Albans Catholic School

Hi neighbours

Our school is hosting a Kids' market day on * Saturday, October 27 * and we would love it if you came along to support our students. Our kids will be selling toys, books, games, baking, plants, crafts and more (and they keep their earnings!). There'll also be a sausage … View more
Hi neighbours

Our school is hosting a Kids' market day on * Saturday, October 27 * and we would love it if you came along to support our students. Our kids will be selling toys, books, games, baking, plants, crafts and more (and they keep their earnings!). There'll also be a sausage sizzle and hot/cold drinks for sale, and live music. Stalls will be open for business from 11am to 2pm. We promise you'll get a warm welcome :-)

* External stalls are welcome too, send us a message to enquire re availability :-)

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2258 days ago

Resene Colour your Community is back!! *WIN*

Resene

For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories … View moreFor a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Enter now

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2258 days ago

UPDATED: Your colour questions answered by Resene

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,

Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.

Whether you want to know about … View more
Hey neighbours,

Spring has well and truly sprung but if you're still stuck in a colour rut at home, check out the recap of our live chat with Resene colour experts Sarah Gregory and Brenda Ngatai where they answered your questions and decorating dilemmas.

Whether you want to know about colour trends, paint effects, interior decor, exterior treatments, or anything else colour and paint-related you're to find something to inspire you, here.

2258 days ago

International Day of Older Persons 2018 - We can all Champion Human Rights and be Human Rights Champions – Take the Pledge!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.


This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders… View more
International Day of Older Persons is a day to celebrate all older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. The 2018 international theme is “Celebrating Older Human Rights Champions“.


This year Age Concern New Zealand want all New Zealanders to sign up as Age Concern Dignity Champions and stand up for the human rights of older Kiwis.


“There is no excuse for elder abuse, says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive. I am appalled that we are still having to deal with cases each day where older people are taken advantage of.


“Just because someone is older it doesn’t mean they are less valuable, have less purpose or should lose basic human rights, the right to make their own choices and respect from those around them.

“Of the cases we see, 75% of alleged abusers are family members, either adult children or partners of adult children and that needs to stop!

“So come on Kiwis we all have a part to play. You can take a stand against ageism and join me by signing up today!” says Stephanie.

An Age Concern Dignity Champion pledges to:
• Reject stereotypes and focus on the uniqueness of every individual
• Speak up when they hear people speaking negatively about growing old
• Have the courage to question practices they feel are disrespectful to older people
• Not patronise older people
• Be patient, polite and friendly
• Have zero tolerance for abuse or neglect
• Build relationships – they combat isolation and loneliness by getting to know the older people in their lives.

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2258 days ago

Seedlings for sale

Donna Lusby from Linwood Community Gardens

We've got a surplus of brassica seedlings: Kale, kohlrabi (yummy in a stirfry or coleslaw), mini caulis, large red cabbage and others. These are all $1/punnet on our trolley at 332 Linwood Ave this week - the trolley is usually out 9-3pm, but call in and see us!

We've also got a lot of … View more
We've got a surplus of brassica seedlings: Kale, kohlrabi (yummy in a stirfry or coleslaw), mini caulis, large red cabbage and others. These are all $1/punnet on our trolley at 332 Linwood Ave this week - the trolley is usually out 9-3pm, but call in and see us!

We've also got a lot of other seedlings and plants and we're getting ready for our Plant Sale on Sat Oct 27....note the date in your diary!

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2258 days ago

Poll: Is it time to end daylight saving in New Zealand?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Do you fancy year-round summer hours?
The European Union will soon recommend members drop daylight saving hours in favour of staying on summer time throughout the year.
Would you like the same for Aotearoa? Let us know!

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Is it time to end daylight saving in New Zealand?
  • 49.3% Drop daylight savings, summer hours should be year-round.
    49.3% Complete
  • 50.7% Keep it! I love the change in hours.
    50.7% Complete
2481 votes
2258 days ago

Papanui High School Belly Dancing Class Term 4

Bryan and Barbara Roper from Papanui High School Adult and Community Education

Papanui High School is offering a Beginners Belly Dancing class as part of our Term 4 Nightschool Programme. The class is held on a Monday night 7-8 pm beginning 29 October and will run for 6 weeks. For further information and enrolment please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email … View morePapanui High School is offering a Beginners Belly Dancing class as part of our Term 4 Nightschool Programme. The class is held on a Monday night 7-8 pm beginning 29 October and will run for 6 weeks. For further information and enrolment please visit our website www.papanui.school.nz... or email Barbara Roper rpb@papanui.school.nz or telephone our office on 033520701.

Anyone who enjoys music and moving to music can do this fun and social activity. Come prepared for a few laughs, and develop lasting friendships through shared experiences in a supportive environment. Belly Dancing promotes body awareness and confidence as well as creativity and self-expression, all through gentle exercise and the art of moving to music.

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