Wigram, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

67 days ago

Product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
All Good Oat Milk (Possible presence of Bacillus cereus)
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These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
All Good Oat Milk (Possible presence of Bacillus cereus)
Pies and sausage roll products - Good Time, Hub Gourmet and No.8 Premium brands
Value range Natural Almonds
South African shop Safari Meats - Biltong, Cabanossi, Droëwors and cured meats
Te Matuku oyster products (Risk of norovirus)

Product recalls:
Olimpia Splendid fan heaters
Euroblade Suntower Infared heater
Bobcat mower with recalled engines
Kids MGA Miniverse Make-it sets
Fisher Price baby gift set

Vehicle recalls can be found here.

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

68 days ago

Wendy & John's Winter Escapes

Anthony Wilding Retirement Village

Winter’s almost over, and while many of us are shaking off the chilly months spent indoors, Wendy and John from Keith Park Village have been making the most of every moment. For this couple, winter isn’t a time to hunker down – it’s the perfect season to jet off to warmer climates and … View moreWinter’s almost over, and while many of us are shaking off the chilly months spent indoors, Wendy and John from Keith Park Village have been making the most of every moment. For this couple, winter isn’t a time to hunker down – it’s the perfect season to jet off to warmer climates and explore hidden corners of the world.

Click read more for the full story.

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68 days ago

The story behind potholes?

Gordon from Halswell

The real issue is not the seal on the top, which show up as 'pot holes', but more the foundations underneath. The foundations move under the weight and speed of the vehicles, which we see as cracks on the surface, which due to more heavy truck end up as being potholes. Add a few rainfalls… View moreThe real issue is not the seal on the top, which show up as 'pot holes', but more the foundations underneath. The foundations move under the weight and speed of the vehicles, which we see as cracks on the surface, which due to more heavy truck end up as being potholes. Add a few rainfalls filling the cracks, Bingo!! potholes.
The foundation moving causes the top seal to crack and no amount of patching up potholes will work for any length of time as the surface now has a weakness. Eventually, the road has to be reconstructed with new foundations.
The GVT and councils expect to reseal the top layer as it will wear out, but once the foundation ceases to be solid, the top will continue to crack and potholes become a major problem for ratepayers.
Most of this is due to allowing Heavy Truck 20% heavier to use roads that were not built for them and using efficiency and cost savings to justify the change. This produced 'UNEXPECTED CONSEQUENCES'
The Gvt has to give Transport Companies a return on their investment $$$ for their political backing.

The GVT is now working on SPEED for more EFFICIENCIES and 'UNEXPECTED CONSEQUENCES' should not be unexpected this time.
"SPEED KILLs" so expect it to kill more even on motorways, especially Urban motorways.
This is my opinion backed up with obvious examples.

68 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the coastal town of Cooks Beach, Coromandel.

With golden sandy beaches and lush Coromandel bush, what's not to love about the 150th Heart Foundation Lottery?

Valued at over $1.2 million, this … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the coastal town of Cooks Beach, Coromandel.

With golden sandy beaches and lush Coromandel bush, what's not to love about the 150th Heart Foundation Lottery?

Valued at over $1.2 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a classic Kiwi holiday escape, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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69 days ago

Monday 9th Sept

Ange Newman from Oaklands Toastmasters Club

This week(9th Sept 7.15pm)we have the esteemed Claire Minty as Toastmaster.
The theme is "I Used to Know That" - Let's Quiz.
We'll have a small pub quiz like segment - 10 questions (with prizes !!).
Feel free to join us and see if you know the answers ro the quiz.
Guests are … View more
This week(9th Sept 7.15pm)we have the esteemed Claire Minty as Toastmaster.
The theme is "I Used to Know That" - Let's Quiz.
We'll have a small pub quiz like segment - 10 questions (with prizes !!).
Feel free to join us and see if you know the answers ro the quiz.
Guests are always welcome.
Halswell Bowling Club, 301 Halswell Rd.

70 days ago

Room for Rent

Kithsiri from Halswell

The room for rent is $ 250/- per week in Kilmurry Street Halswell in a new house. Bus route # 7

75 days ago

LIVE Q&A: Financial well-being with Cat Rikihana

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Today (Wednesday) we're having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with Cat Rikihana who is a financial mentor, educator and financial capability practitioner at Financial Freedom Trust in the Manawatū.

Cat Rikihana (Ngai Tahu) like many financial mentors around Aotearoa, works … View more
Today (Wednesday) we're having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with Cat Rikihana who is a financial mentor, educator and financial capability practitioner at Financial Freedom Trust in the Manawatū.

Cat Rikihana (Ngai Tahu) like many financial mentors around Aotearoa, works with individuals, groups and whānau to successfully navigate financial stress and hardship. Mentors work alongside whānau to increase confidence and skills in personal money management and advocate with and for clients. Cat enjoys delivering online and face-to-face workshops which provide opportunities to normalise money conversations and encourages people to make time to consider their financial well-being.

Cat is also an independent financial well-being coach, educator and indigenous life coach at Restore Wellness Network. She is a published writer and currently in the process of writing her first non-fiction book: 'A financial self-care guide for women in Aotearoa.'

She'd love to answer any questions you may have around your budgeting and spending habits, strategies for saving, retirement planning and debt. (Don't be shy, but be mindful about what you disclose!)

↓ Share your questions now and Cat will reply to your comment below ↓

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71 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

AEA member blog posts. \
AEA members have a wide range of Addictive Eating experiences and have found sobriety in AEA through coming to meetings and working the Twelve Steps. Read our member's experiences of the changes in them after coming into AEA.

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71 days ago

Landscape painter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Make your own wall art from leftover MDF and Resene testpots. Nikki Kettle’s abstract piece was inspired by her local environment.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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71 days ago

Botanical Expo

Denise Neighbourly Lead from Halswell

The New Zealand Alpine Garden Society Annual Spring Show.

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71 days ago

Dual bird feeder

Resene

Put an empty wine bottle to good use with this feeder finished in Resene Clover that can cater for a range of garden birds.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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72 days ago

free tv

Diana from Halswell

My tv has died. it may be useful for someone for parts etc. It is a sony 55inch bravia.
Free to pick up in Halswell. It suddenly died but until then was working perfectly.

Free

72 days ago

Some Neighbourly news...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you been using Neighbourly Groups? You may have joined some gardening groups or general chat groups over the years.

Members have told us that this part of the site isn't working as it should, so we are going to remove it for now.

So, in a few weeks Neighbourly Groups will no longer … View more
Have you been using Neighbourly Groups? You may have joined some gardening groups or general chat groups over the years.

Members have told us that this part of the site isn't working as it should, so we are going to remove it for now.

So, in a few weeks Neighbourly Groups will no longer be there. Don't worry, you can post on the noticeboard as usual!

Get in contact with our team if you have any concerns or need any help!

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73 days ago

House for Sale

Kirsten from Avonhead

Link to advert on Trade Me below, this is a private sale so no agents please!

www.trademe.co.nz...

Negotiable

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73 days ago

Top Tips For A Hassle-Free Holiday

Anthony Wilding Retirement Village

Are you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and… View moreAre you planning your next getaway? Organising a holiday is exciting, but the journey itself can sometimes be a little overwhelming. To ensure your trip is smooth from start to finish, here are some top tips from the travel experts at You, Me and Friends to help you avoid common travel pitfalls and enjoy a carefree vacation.

Click read more for the full story.

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