Wigram, Christchurch

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1933 days ago

10 things that don't belong in your recycling bin

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people… View more
Hi neighbours,

A lot of what we're putting in our recycling bins cannot be recycled.

Paul Evans, chief executive of waste management industry body WasteMinz, says in 2018 about 10 per cent of each Auckland household's recycling bin was "contamination" – items that people had put in hoping for the best, but which could not be recycled.

To read more, click here.

If you're in doubt whether something belongs in the recycling bin, the best practice is to simply leave it out.

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1932 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a friend ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food pantry, help someone with a broken down car or flat tire, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month also coincides with World Humanitarian Day on August 19th and Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1932 days ago

8 August: Free seminar for parents of teens

Grant from Halswell

This FREE seminar will help parents assist their teens to consider future career/study options. It covers: - Career pathways - Supporting decision-making - Communicating effectively.
www.canterbury.ac.nz...

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1932 days ago

Poll: What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite … View more
While there's no doubt kiwis love their fish and chips, we want to know what's the most popular night to eat them on. Is the takeaway an early-week treat for you or something you get on the weekends? Let us know!
Edited: Thanks for all your responses! With Friday the clear favourite here's hoping you enjoy tonight's takeaways :)

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What's the most popular night to eat fish and chips?
  • 1.3% Monday
    1.3% Complete
  • 1.6% Tuesday
    1.6% Complete
  • 3.1% Wednesday
    3.1% Complete
  • 6.2% Thursday
    6.2% Complete
  • 68.1% Friday
    68.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Saturday
    12.8% Complete
  • 6.8% Sunday
    6.8% Complete
1635 votes
1932 days ago

Should you be leaving your heat pump on?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

There's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. … View moreThere's no escaping this icy blast and the chilly temperatures make it tempting to leave your heat pump on, but should you? We've asked some energy experts for the best way to use your heat pump to keep your home toasty, and your energy bills down - and their answers may surprise you. Check them out, here.

And if you don't have a heat pump, don't despair. There's plenty you can do to make your heating more efficient and your home a little warmer... Here are some common home heating mistakes you may be making and how to fix them.

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1932 days ago

The Great Britain Rugby League Lions return!

GB Rugby League Lions Tour and Oceania Cup 2019

International Rugby League returns to the South Island with a doubleheader at Christchurch’s Orangetheory Stadium.

The New Zealand Kiwis, the Great Britain Rugby League Lions, Papua New Guinea Kumuls and Fiji Bati will be in action in the Garden City on November 9.

The first game of the … View more
International Rugby League returns to the South Island with a doubleheader at Christchurch’s Orangetheory Stadium.

The New Zealand Kiwis, the Great Britain Rugby League Lions, Papua New Guinea Kumuls and Fiji Bati will be in action in the Garden City on November 9.

The first game of the doubleheader sees Oceania Cup Pool B rivals Fiji Bati and Papua New Guinea Kumuls play. Followed by historical rivals the Kiwis and the Great Britain Rugby League Lions battle it out for supremacy in their final Test match against each.

Tickets from $20 + fees (Adults) and $10 (kids) + fees.
Buy tickets

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1933 days ago

Spark Plus Mobile Phone

Helen from Avonhead

Spark Plus Mobile Smart Phone inc. SIM card, battery, headset, charger, cleaning cloth, clear plastic cover. Hardly used. Data cleared and all ready for a new owner.

Price: $40

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1946 days ago

Thin kitty - been in a bad cat fight

Leia from Hornby

Hello neighbours, just wondering if anyone recognises this cat. I'm sorry the photos are so bad, I was having to use a torch in one hand and my phone in the other. I also know you're not supposed to feed random cats but it looked so thin that I had a moment of weakness so I'm sorry … View moreHello neighbours, just wondering if anyone recognises this cat. I'm sorry the photos are so bad, I was having to use a torch in one hand and my phone in the other. I also know you're not supposed to feed random cats but it looked so thin that I had a moment of weakness so I'm sorry for that too! Kitty was also quite dirty, there was fur ALL over the street this morning (I'm on Dunluce Place) and when I patted this cat this evening I could feel all the scratches on it's skin so I'm assuming that the fur belongs to this kitty. Fur was also very thin over its whole back (you can see a patch by it's shoulders in the photos). It's a gingery tabby with white front and back legs, a white face and black nose and has curly hair on the back of it's back legs with a very fluffy tail. PLEASE if this is your cat or you recognise it can you let me know because I'm really worried about him/her!

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1933 days ago

Export Quality, locally produced RAW Honey for sale at Family Friendly prices

Neil from Halswell

We have available a great range of locally produced, RAW honeys and bee products at great, family friendly prices.

HONEY DEW (Runny Honey) 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75
CLOVER 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75
MANUKA 500g $18.70 250g $9.70
THYME 500g $13.00 250g $8.00

HONEY COMB… View more
We have available a great range of locally produced, RAW honeys and bee products at great, family friendly prices.

HONEY DEW (Runny Honey) 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75
CLOVER 1kg $15.90 500g $8.50 250g $6.75
MANUKA 500g $18.70 250g $9.70
THYME 500g $13.00 250g $8.00

HONEY COMB 300g $17.50 or 2 for $25.00

HONEY DEW DROPS - Just in time for winter, try our delicious and extremely popular Honey Dew Drops - great for soothing sore throats. These are available in Blackcurrant, Lemon and Mint. 24 pack JUST $9.50

We also have great gift ideas, including:

HONEY GIFT BOXES made up of 3 x 250g glass jars in a lovely gift box - JUST $25.00

MANUKA SKIN FOOD GIFT BOX containing your choice of one of our Manuka Honey balms, your choice of one of our Manuka honey soaps and your choice of 2 Manuka honey lip balms - how good is that! There are limited quantities of these gift boxes so get in quick to avoid disappointment.

MANUKA HONEY FUDGE. The ultimate in indulgence, we have successfully married our raw Manuka honey with the classic fudge recipe to create this deliciously more-ish treat. 1 pack $5.50 or 3 packs for $15.00 (This fudge is GLUTEN FREE).

We also have BEESWAX available for those Food Wraps 100g just $7.50 or buy 4, get 1 free.

FREE DELIVERY IN HALSWELL AREA (FOR ORDERS IN EXCESS OF $50.00) OR PICK-UP FROM REARSBY DRIVE IN HALSWELL

100% NATURAL 100% RAW 100% PURE 100% KIWI

To place an order or for more information please contact Neil on 322-1998 / 027 2886859

Negotiable

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1933 days ago

Become a Teacher

Ministry Of Education

Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View more
Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
Learn more

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1933 days ago

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $10.00 Each Cheap.!!

Murray from Halswell

CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $10.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All
We still have Boxes Available.

We end up with surplus Wooded Crates & we sell them off for the Work Social Club.

They are Clean / Strong Wooden / Ply with metal corners for strength … View more
CLEAN SOLID WOODEN / PLY PACKING CRATES $10.00 Each Cheap.!!

Hi All
We still have Boxes Available.

We end up with surplus Wooded Crates & we sell them off for the Work Social Club.

They are Clean / Strong Wooden / Ply with metal corners for strength
Come with lids.
2 Main Sizes
1000mm x 800mm x 900mm
or
1200mm x 800mm x 900mm

Can be used for all sorts of things

General Storage / Fire Wood storage / Made into Pet Houses - etc etc

Collection or Viewing welcome in Hornby - Christchurch.

Please Txt / Phone 0276103128 Caleb or Stephen for any info.

Thanks :-)

Price: $10

1934 days ago

Heavy snow warnings issued for South Island's east coast

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The coldest blast of winter so far is starting to move on to the south of the country ahead of expected disruption from heavy snow on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

MetService has issued heavy snow warnings for much of Canterbury and Marlborough, and parts of Central Otago, from Tuesday evening … View more
The coldest blast of winter so far is starting to move on to the south of the country ahead of expected disruption from heavy snow on Tuesday night and Wednesday.

MetService has issued heavy snow warnings for much of Canterbury and Marlborough, and parts of Central Otago, from Tuesday evening until Wednesday afternoon, advising that snow will fall as low as 200 metres causing problems for travellers and farmers.

Below 200m, sleet and heavy rain may also be a problem for Christchurch and parts of Banks Peninsula on Wednesday morning.

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1934 days ago

Heavy snow watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

Heavy snow may disrupt travel in affected areas and could damage trees and powerlines. Cold conditions may cause stress for livestock.

MetService meteorologist Peter Little told Stuff New Zealanders needed to prepare for a shock.

Area: Southern Lakes, Central Otago from Omakau southwards, and… View more
Heavy snow may disrupt travel in affected areas and could damage trees and powerlines. Cold conditions may cause stress for livestock.

MetService meteorologist Peter Little told Stuff New Zealanders needed to prepare for a shock.

Area: Southern Lakes, Central Otago from Omakau southwards, and inland parts of Southland and Clutha.

Valid: 8 hours from 2:00pm to 10:00pm Tuesday.

Forecast: Snow is expected to fall above 300 metres during this time. Snow accumulations may approach Warning criteria above 500 metres.
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1945 days ago

Lemons going to waste on your tree?

Sue from Hoon Hay

Hi, have you got lemons being unloved on your tree? Im in Sparks rd, and have noticed many lemon trees with fruit, not being picked and used. To save wasting food, I could come and pick some of your lemons, make it into juice, or other preserves and or cleaners, and give you back some of the … View moreHi, have you got lemons being unloved on your tree? Im in Sparks rd, and have noticed many lemon trees with fruit, not being picked and used. To save wasting food, I could come and pick some of your lemons, make it into juice, or other preserves and or cleaners, and give you back some of the preserved selection. All just as a swap free deal. Love food, hate waste! Message me if u keen?

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1935 days ago

Tivoli Sound System

Gayle from Avonhead

Tivoli Sound System....radio, tuner...Model two, speaker x2 CD, sub woofer.
Excellent condition

Price: $400

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