Waimairi Beach, Christchurch

1158 days ago

Your local is calling you...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Last year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!

This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let … View more
Last year, we were absolutely overwhelmed with the Neighbourly community's response to our Local Likes campaign - so we want you to go in for round two!

This time we've got 50 chances for you to win a $100 voucher to go towards the business you've nominated. Head through and let everyone know why your favourite small business is worth supporting.
Nominate Now!

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1159 days ago

Those snippers just cant keep their mits off can they

Gareth from Burwood

Les and others...
The Snippers have been busy today....
Nearly all my messages re the antagonist amongst us have been removed.
As usual they have failed to give any insight as to why....
and I suspect will refuse to clarify as they always do.

There was NOTHING in the messages that I consider to be… View more
Les and others...
The Snippers have been busy today....
Nearly all my messages re the antagonist amongst us have been removed.
As usual they have failed to give any insight as to why....
and I suspect will refuse to clarify as they always do.

There was NOTHING in the messages that I consider to be a problem and the fact many of my messages had many likes would tend to suggest others agree.

The moderation on this site a a joke....

I was attempting to have a robust conversation (within the guidelines) but the powers that be seem intent on silencing anyone you says anything except nice weather and how's your knitting.

Talk about absolutely pathetic.

1159 days ago

Classic plane makes beautiful shavings again

Rory Lindebaum from Sirius Welding Limited

Morning Neighbours,

Have a look at this wooden plane restoration.
The body was no longer flat and the blade soft an very tired before we restored it.

We built up the blade with a hard facing TIG filler rod forming a very durable tool steel cutting edge. All sides of the body were then sanded, … View more
Morning Neighbours,

Have a look at this wooden plane restoration.
The body was no longer flat and the blade soft an very tired before we restored it.

We built up the blade with a hard facing TIG filler rod forming a very durable tool steel cutting edge. All sides of the body were then sanded, squared up and made flat before a nice coat of oil was applied.

We love doing this kind of work and could do the same for you.

Have a great day.

Cheers

Rory Lindebaum
Mob: 0210771276

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1159 days ago

Start of daylight saving prompts tsunami siren testing

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Sunday (September 26) marks the beginning of daylight saving and is the day for testing of Christchurch's coastal tsunami sirens.

People near the coast should expect to hear tsunami sirens sounds for up to two minutes at 11am on Sunday.

“People shouldn’t be alarmed to hear the sirens … View more
Sunday (September 26) marks the beginning of daylight saving and is the day for testing of Christchurch's coastal tsunami sirens.

People near the coast should expect to hear tsunami sirens sounds for up to two minutes at 11am on Sunday.

“People shouldn’t be alarmed to hear the sirens going off and don’t need to evacuate," Christchurch City Council
acting head of Civil Defence and Emergency Management Rebecca Newton says.

"The testing of the sirens though is a good reminder to people in coastal and riverside areas that they should have an evacuation plan in place so that everyone in the family knows what to do and where to go if there is a tsunami evacuation.

“While we are likely to get advanced warning of a distance-source tsunami triggered by a large earthquake overseas, if a tsunami is triggered by a very large earthquake closer to New Zealand people may need to evacuate quickly so they should have an emergency bag at the ready."

In the event of a local or regional source tsunami, there may not be enough time to activate the warning sirens. In those circumstances, the most important warning is the earthquake itself, which is why people are encouraged to adhere to the national tsunami message – ‘Long or strong, get gone’, Newton says.

People can check Christchurch City Council's interactive online map to find out if by they live or work in a tsunami evacuation zone.

1161 days ago

80-year-old retail veteran yet to face a dull day after 64 years in the industry

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Tuesday neighbours,

When 80-year-old Barry Souter landed his first job in a clothing store 64 years ago, the retail industry looked a lot different.

Customers were not able to browse the shelves but had to ask for clothes to be brought out from behind the counter. When a sale was made, … View more
Happy Tuesday neighbours,

When 80-year-old Barry Souter landed his first job in a clothing store 64 years ago, the retail industry looked a lot different.

Customers were not able to browse the shelves but had to ask for clothes to be brought out from behind the counter. When a sale was made, Souter had to handwrite the sale docket. And stock-taking was very much a manual task.

But through all the changes, Souter has never stopped having fun. “It’s the people that make it. Human interaction is what keeps us all going.”

Souter’s first job was at Hallensteins in Dunedin when he was 16, and he worked for Munns in Christchurch for a long time before opening his own business in Bishopdale nearly a decade ago.

Click 'Read more' below for the full story.

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1161 days ago

Weeds getting out of control?

That's Handy

Lots of sunshine and warmth means lots of spring growth, and not just the flowers we all love! 🌸🌷🌻Lawns are sprouting and weeds are making themselves at home 🌱🌱

Here are some of the jobs we've been getting into over the last few days - we love transforming these gardens, and … View more
Lots of sunshine and warmth means lots of spring growth, and not just the flowers we all love! 🌸🌷🌻Lawns are sprouting and weeds are making themselves at home 🌱🌱

Here are some of the jobs we've been getting into over the last few days - we love transforming these gardens, and it's great to be out enjoying this gorgeous weather.

If your lawns or weeds have gotten a bit wild and woolly over lockdown, we can help 😊 Message or call us for a free quote.

1161 days ago

Free recruitment service finds perfect match

Competenz

After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.

“We’d been … View more
After years of searching for a new recruit for their business, Auckland engineering firm Stainless Machinings turned to Competenz’s free job matching service to find them an ideal candidate. In the space of a few short months, school leaver Stuart Martin joined the company.

“We’d been trying to recruit a young person for a couple of years, says Stainless Machinings owner Brian Lawry. “Competenz provided us with an excellent service and took all the hard work out of finding someone."

Read the full story here
List a job

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1163 days ago

Warm welcome to Climate Insights

Neighbourly

We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.

Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based… View more
We're very excited to announce Climate Insights as our new Neighbourly partner.

Climate insights is looking forward to supporting the Neighbourly community, helping kiwis protect their homes against climate change and live better within their communities. Climate Insights use science-based information to provide tools and guidance as we strive to become more sustainable and resilient. 

Please join us in welcoming Climate Insights and stay tuned for localised climate information, tools and much more!
Learn more

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1164 days ago

Looking for some cooking inspiration?

Stuff

Look no further! Join Sam Mannering on Thursday the 23rd of September and cook your dinner along with him.

What’s on the menu? Sam is going to teach you how to make curry from scratch, and for dessert, a tarte tatin.

Get in quick because seats are limited!
Register now

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1165 days ago

Do you have questions about your spring garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, … View more
Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, you can submit it (now, or during the chat) at the link below. Then tune in today, Sept 17, at 3pm.

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1165 days ago

Snap crackle pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Shirley

Give some plain store-bought pots a fresh new look using Resene FX Crackle effect. Use Resene FX Crackle effect to give a shabby chic look with on-trend paint colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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1165 days ago

Notice of AGM - 1ST OCTOBER 2021 - RSVP essential

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are holding our annual AGM , Friday 1st of October 10am at North Chapel Methodist Church on Harewood road . Due to Level 2 restrictions we are capping attendance at 50 . If you wish to attend pls RSVP to Secretary.cabchch@gmail.com by Friday 24th of September . Please note we may not be able to… View moreWe are holding our annual AGM , Friday 1st of October 10am at North Chapel Methodist Church on Harewood road . Due to Level 2 restrictions we are capping attendance at 50 . If you wish to attend pls RSVP to Secretary.cabchch@gmail.com by Friday 24th of September . Please note we may not be able to accommodate all requests.

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1167 days ago

Quake-born brewers enjoy another taste of global recognition

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Tuesday Cantabs,

The family behind a brewery born from the rubble of the Christchurch earthquakes are “in a state of disbelief” following their third win at the World Beer Awards.

Cassels & Sons has thrived in its Woolston site since the quakes struck a decade ago.

On Friday, the … View more
Happy Tuesday Cantabs,

The family behind a brewery born from the rubble of the Christchurch earthquakes are “in a state of disbelief” following their third win at the World Beer Awards.

Cassels & Sons has thrived in its Woolston site since the quakes struck a decade ago.

On Friday, the team woke to discover their American pale ale (APA) had been named the world’s best for 2021 at the World Beer Awards in the United Kingdom.

The small Garden City brewery pipped several well-known global brands with its third win in a row at the awards, leaving owner Alasdair Cassels​ in “a state of disbelief”.

Not bad from little old Woolston, eh?

Read the full story by clicking 'Read More' below.

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1174 days ago

Let's make Christchurch a National Park City

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Press is supporting a campaign for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become recognised as a National Park City. This requires a commitment to protect and enhance nature within our urban area.

Pledge your support for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become a National Park City by signing up to the Universal … View more
The Press is supporting a campaign for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become recognised as a National Park City. This requires a commitment to protect and enhance nature within our urban area.

Pledge your support for Ōtautahi Christchurch to become a National Park City by signing up to the Universal Charter here and share your thoughts on the campaign in the comments below.

The pledge states we will work together for better:

- Lives, health and wellbeing
- Wildlife, trees and flowers
- Places, habitats, air, water, sea and land
- Time outdoors, culture, art, playing, walking, cycling & eating
- Locally-grown food and responsible consumption
- Decisions, sharing, learning and working together
- Relationships with nature and with each other

Click here to read more about this campaign and some of the eco-conscious projects already under way in Christchurch.

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1167 days ago

upcoming CAB seminar via zoom on the topic of "Consumer rights

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We are holding a zoom seminar seminar on the topic of "Consumer rights", which will cover issues such as buying a car or boat and online shopping during COVID-19.
The seminar will be from 7 - 8:30pm on Thursday 23 September
Registration is essential as attendance is restricted to 100 … View more
We are holding a zoom seminar seminar on the topic of "Consumer rights", which will cover issues such as buying a car or boat and online shopping during COVID-19.
The seminar will be from 7 - 8:30pm on Thursday 23 September
Registration is essential as attendance is restricted to 100 people, on a 'first come, first served' basis. Please reserve your place by emailing migrant.cabchch@gmail.com.

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