Sumner, Christchurch

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

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

1644 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
1645 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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1645 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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1645 days ago

WordPress Website Hosting

Jamie from Breeze Marketing

Do you have a WordPress Website?
Are you keeping yours up to date?

Failing to keep your WordPress Version up-to-date and ensuring all the latest plugins have been update can cause you website to become vulnerable to hackers, slow you site down or even break certain parts of your website … View more
Do you have a WordPress Website?
Are you keeping yours up to date?

Failing to keep your WordPress Version up-to-date and ensuring all the latest plugins have been update can cause you website to become vulnerable to hackers, slow you site down or even break certain parts of your website completely.

Breeze Marketing have a managed hosting solution so you know all this is taken care of!

Another reason to host your Website with Breeze Marketing. Hosting packages start from just $15 per month.

Send us a message to find out more or get started & keep it local!

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1648 days ago

Concreting

Maxine from Bromley

Could anyone please recommend a concreter to do a job approx 3metres x 4metres & also will have a 2m2 spa on it thanx

1646 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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1646 days ago

Inside New Zealand's hidden cave hotels

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

From Waikato to the Bay of Islands, we reveal three subterranean secret spots you can escape to #backyourbackyard

1648 days ago

Over 65? We want to hear from you!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

We are looking for feedback from Neighbourly members throughout New Zealand on their health and wellbeing - and whether they saw our recent programme with TVNZ, Healthy For Life.

We'd love you to take our survey. It'll only take a couple of minutes.
Take the survey

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1648 days ago

Are you a local business needing support?

Support Local Shop Local

We're proud to be working with our friends at Stanley Street to help support all New Zealand businesses in these troubled times.

We think you'll love these free Support Local toolkits. If you spot one of these in a window of a business near you (or on your takeaway coffee cup!) … View more
We're proud to be working with our friends at Stanley Street to help support all New Zealand businesses in these troubled times.

We think you'll love these free Support Local toolkits. If you spot one of these in a window of a business near you (or on your takeaway coffee cup!) you'll know you're helping a proudly local company.
Find out more

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1648 days ago

Answers to your property price questions

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a … View moreHey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a live Q&A to help answer your property questions.

We had a huge response, so if you sent in a question or dropped in for the chat, thank you. If you missed it, you can still check out the recap, here.

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1649 days ago

Compact that garage mess...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Ferrymead

Upcycle a pallet and old kitchen forks to help keep garden tools organised.

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

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1650 days ago

The benefits of insulation

The team from EnergySmart - Christchurch

Insulating your home is one of the smartest moves you can make to save money and enjoy a more comfortable, healthy and energy efficient home.

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1650 days ago

Old School Sharpening

Peter from Hillsborough

Great news that Lyttelton Market is opening this Saturday.
Look forward to seeing you there .
At this point and time I will not be sharpening on site but if you bring your scissors/knives and gardening tools to Lyytelton I will bring them the following week or you are welcome collect from my home … View more
Great news that Lyttelton Market is opening this Saturday.
Look forward to seeing you there .
At this point and time I will not be sharpening on site but if you bring your scissors/knives and gardening tools to Lyytelton I will bring them the following week or you are welcome collect from my home in Hillsborough.

1652 days ago

New World Redcliffs lays off half its staff

Sara from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

Today, half of the staff at New World in Redcliffs were made redundant! These are the same people who ensured our safety and ensured stocked shelves at levels 4 and 3.
Foodstuffs plans to change Redcliffs' New World supermarket into a Four Square, reduce the number of checkouts, and increase… View more
Today, half of the staff at New World in Redcliffs were made redundant! These are the same people who ensured our safety and ensured stocked shelves at levels 4 and 3.
Foodstuffs plans to change Redcliffs' New World supermarket into a Four Square, reduce the number of checkouts, and increase the beer and wine section.
Not ok!

1651 days ago

New World Redcliffs makes 19 redundant staff as it rebrands to Four Square

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Nineteen staff at Christchurch's Redcliffs New World have lost their jobs as the store prepares to rebrand to a Four Square.

The change is scheduled for June 15, when staffing levels will drop from 29 full-time and 19 part-time roles to 17 full-time and 12 part-time roles.

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