Sumner, Christchurch

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1534 days ago

Warrant of Fitness extensions to expire

Neighbourly.co.nz

Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging the 620,000 motorists with temporary Warrant of Fitness extensions to get their vehicles checked before October 10.

The NZTA issued an extension to WoFs during COVID-19 Alert Level 4, allowing motorists to operate their vehicles during this time.

What you need to … View more
Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging the 620,000 motorists with temporary Warrant of Fitness extensions to get their vehicles checked before October 10.

The NZTA issued an extension to WoFs during COVID-19 Alert Level 4, allowing motorists to operate their vehicles during this time.

What you need to know:

- Book a WoF as soon as possible with your local mechanics to avoid delay.

- In a statement, MTA reported that there here may be a higher fail rate with some vehicles not been checked for over 12 months.

- Other documents with temporary extensions: CoFs, regos, vehicle certifications, and driver licenses.

- MTA reports that a total of 1.62 million inspections need to be completed between now and October 31.

For more information on temporary documentation extensions, see the NZTA Website.
Click here for more information on the WoF inspection process.

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1534 days ago

Happy Māori Language Week, Aotearoa!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Neighbours!

Have you noticed something a little different on Neighbourly today? To celebrate Māori Language Week, we’ve given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means ‘the many principles and actions of being a community’ and we think it’s a great way to … View more
Kia ora Neighbours!

Have you noticed something a little different on Neighbourly today? To celebrate Māori Language Week, we’ve given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means ‘the many principles and actions of being a community’ and we think it’s a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Want to get involved in Maori Language Week? Here are some ideas to get you started.
Get involved

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1535 days ago

Last chance to win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

You could be in with a chance to win one of our 10x $50 Prezzy Cards. Simply complete our Neighbourly survey before 14th September 2020, 9am.

Click below to take part and good luck!
Complete now

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1535 days ago

Beat 2020 with funding from Prospa

Prospa

2020 has been challenging and especially hard for small businesses. If you’re a small business owner looking to get back to business, then talk to Prospa, New Zealand’s small business lending specialist. Prospa offers business loans up to $300K with a fast decision and funding possible in 24 … View more2020 has been challenging and especially hard for small businesses. If you’re a small business owner looking to get back to business, then talk to Prospa, New Zealand’s small business lending specialist. Prospa offers business loans up to $300K with a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours.

Apply in as little as 10 minutes so you can get back to business sooner.
Apply now

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1535 days ago

Go Bird Cat Collars.

Sarah from Waltham

These collars are helpful in making it harder for cats to catch birds.
The bright colours mean that the birds see the cat.
Buy two get one free.

Negotiable

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1536 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Worldwide Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For September it is 8.00 am on Sunday 20th(NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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1536 days ago

Looking for gardening support?

Yates NZ

Join the Yates Growing Community – a free online blog to share successes, get advice & win prizes in fun challenges along the way!

A great place for gardeners of all skill levels, including newbies, to come together. You just need a passion for gardening, and a willingness to share your … View more
Join the Yates Growing Community – a free online blog to share successes, get advice & win prizes in fun challenges along the way!

A great place for gardeners of all skill levels, including newbies, to come together. You just need a passion for gardening, and a willingness to share your journey.

The current challenge running is the Vegie Growing Challenge, and there are over $4000 worth of Go Gardening vouchers and Yates goodies up for grabs
Join the community

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1537 days ago

Our Father's Day Giveaway WINNER!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Thanks for all of your entries in our Father's Day giveaway! It was great to see all the love that Dads were getting across the nation.

It was a very difficult decision, but we want to say a massive congratulations to Elvi from Eden Terrace who took out the competition!

Don't worry … View more
Thanks for all of your entries in our Father's Day giveaway! It was great to see all the love that Dads were getting across the nation.

It was a very difficult decision, but we want to say a massive congratulations to Elvi from Eden Terrace who took out the competition!

Don't worry if you missed out, there's plenty more where that came from. Keep your eyes peeled for our next giveaway.

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1541 days ago

Homeowner taking legal action against council for wrecked hot water cylinder

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Michael Neilson’s hot water cylinder failed due to chlorine added to Christchurch's water – and he now wants the city council to foot the $2000 bill.

The council has already conceded chlorine was one of the factors that caused a spate citywide hot water cylinder failures, which began in … View more
Michael Neilson’s hot water cylinder failed due to chlorine added to Christchurch's water – and he now wants the city council to foot the $2000 bill.

The council has already conceded chlorine was one of the factors that caused a spate citywide hot water cylinder failures, which began in 2018 and have continued until now. Neilson’s cylinder failed in August.

One manufacturer has estimated as many as 12,000 cylinders have failed since the chlorination of the city’s water. Continue reading here.

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1537 days ago

Brighten up your garden with a bird bath.

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ferrymead

Brighten up a corner of your garden with this easy-to-build bird bath and paint it in a Resene colour to suit your exterior colour palette.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1537 days ago

Vegepod $50,000 Giveaway

Jo McCarroll Reporter from NZ Gardener

We're giving away 100 Vegepods. To enter purchase the September issue of NZ Gardener, find the code and enter it online at Stuff.co.nz/vegepod Find out more

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1537 days ago

Is your property Earthquake damaged?

McBride Construction

Get FREE advice today! If you purchased your property before August 14th 2019, you may be eligible for the EQC On-sold programme. All you have to do is apply before 14th October 2020.

McBride Construction can guide you through the On-sold process, from applying all the way through to repairing … View more
Get FREE advice today! If you purchased your property before August 14th 2019, you may be eligible for the EQC On-sold programme. All you have to do is apply before 14th October 2020.

McBride Construction can guide you through the On-sold process, from applying all the way through to repairing your home.

To book a FREE consultation and floor levels, call us on (03) 377 2518 or email us at enquiries@mcbrideconstruction.co.nz.

Want to sell your As-Is home??? Find out more about our "As-Is, Where-Is" process or email us today to get a no strings attached offer on your property.

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1538 days ago

Love daffodils? Find your favourite variety here

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

There are literally thousands of daffodils here, where Ian Riddell has spent over 25 years in the business, from preparing the soil and planting bulbs to harvesting flowers and selling them.

1538 days ago

Throback Thursday

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Two children attend a memorial for Princess Diana outside the Christ Church Cathedral on 6 September 1997.

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1538 days ago

We're just a little different

Best Furniture

Local success story The Best Furniture Shop is living up to its name with prices every bit as comfortable and exciting as the furniture it stocks.

The business was started 11 years ago by Kim Booth, who sought to turn traditional retailing in its head by bringing customers "designer … View more
Local success story The Best Furniture Shop is living up to its name with prices every bit as comfortable and exciting as the furniture it stocks.

The business was started 11 years ago by Kim Booth, who sought to turn traditional retailing in its head by bringing customers "designer furniture without designer prices".

The Best Furniture Shop, 140 Brighton Mall, New Brighton. Open every day. PH 03 388-9128 or browse our website.
Find out more

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