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You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The … View moreHi neighbours,
You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.
Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?
From today people can report problems, request services, pay some bills and give feedback online. Find out more HERE
When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.
The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.
If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Breast cancer is the most common cancer for Kiwi women and the third most common cancer overall. It affects one in nine New Zealand women over their lifetime.
Follow the link below to find out all the ways you can contribute:
… View moreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Breast cancer is the most common cancer for Kiwi women and the third most common cancer overall. It affects one in nine New Zealand women over their lifetime.
Follow the link below to find out all the ways you can contribute:
www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz...
Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.
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“A gift from the gods, a reflection of our environment.” Te Reo exists only in New Zealand and it’s an important part of our national identity.
You can help spread its use throughout society – and at the same time open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in many sectors – by… View more“A gift from the gods, a reflection of our environment.” Te Reo exists only in New Zealand and it’s an important part of our national identity.
You can help spread its use throughout society – and at the same time open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in many sectors – by studying the Bachelor of Māori Language and Indigenous Studies at Ara Institute of Canterbury.
You’ll become fluent within a supportive whānau environment, and you’ll have the opportunity to combine your Te Reo studies with other subjects relating to your personal career aspirations. The degree starts in February; learn more here and apply now.
Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?
If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.
An error in Christchurch's district plan that triggered a resource consents crisis in coastal communities was down to an oversight during the drafting stage by the key organisation tasked with drawing it up, Mayor Lianne Dalziel has claimed.
She has promised an independent inquiry into the … View moreAn error in Christchurch's district plan that triggered a resource consents crisis in coastal communities was down to an oversight during the drafting stage by the key organisation tasked with drawing it up, Mayor Lianne Dalziel has claimed.
She has promised an independent inquiry into the fiasco.
Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.
Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!
At ACC, we’re proposing to increase the levies collected from road users to pay for the rising cost of road injuries. If you’re a road user, these proposals could affect you.
Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Don't forget that daylight savings starts this weekend! Turn your clocks back one hour this Sunday at 2am. Here's to long summer nights and backyard BBQs!
Neat Places have collected a few of its favourite spots for picking up fresh weekly vegies. What's your go-to fruit and vege shop? Click the link below to read the full article.
I am a regular visitor to Westlake Park - walking with my dog, enjoying the community space, watching the children playing sport, families enjoying the surroundings and park and taking in the very friendly bird life on the lake. So many of us enjoy feeding the birds and enjoying watching them … View moreI am a regular visitor to Westlake Park - walking with my dog, enjoying the community space, watching the children playing sport, families enjoying the surroundings and park and taking in the very friendly bird life on the lake. So many of us enjoy feeding the birds and enjoying watching them raise their little families on the water. I'm hoping that you are familiar with the Geese at Westlake too - very trusting and taking the bread or seed directly from your hand. I have always immersed myself in this wee community however of late I have noticed a dwindling number of Geese and this last week I was talking to a couple who live on the perifery of the park and they mentioned to me that a couple of months ago their was 15 Geese who lived on the lake - all females. They have noticed the numbers dwindling over time and on searching can find no dead geese and as they cannot fly this has concerned them . Last Thursday there were only 5 Geese in total and they are aware of an elderly man that they reckon to be in his eighties who frequents the park with his camera and telescopic lens and is seen sitting on the shores supposedly taking 'photos'. This man has been overheard saying that the Geese are not native to the lake or area and they should be removed - in fact this conversation was with a Park Ranger. It is known that this same gentleman scopes out the Geese and in the early hours of the morning, decks himself out in waders and walks across to the island and disposes of the geese. Now we don't know how he is killing the birds but their bodies disappear. I was more than horrified to hear that this is happening in my community that someone has appointed himself to the position of "assassin" and is killing defenceless birds. This same gentleman who told me this horrific news says that he has been in touch with the council and police repeatedly but absolutely nothing has been done to stop this. I am hoping that this post will alert others in the neighbourhood who enjoy Westlake Park like I do to be aware of this evil person - be on the look out for an elderly man - slightly built walking or sitting on the banks of the lake with his camera.
Please lets spread the word as this morning on my walk there I saw only 2 Geese.
Please help preserve the wildlife - native or not, we are not here to judge, only to enjoy.!!!
Victoria
The month of October is imminent and that means... Biketober is back! Yes, the award-winning festival of biking is back for the entire month right across Christchurch.
Last year, we enjoyed over 60 different events happening throughout the month; this year, the calendar is chocka with at least … View moreThe month of October is imminent and that means... Biketober is back! Yes, the award-winning festival of biking is back for the entire month right across Christchurch.
Last year, we enjoyed over 60 different events happening throughout the month; this year, the calendar is chocka with at least 80 activities to choose from! Guided rides, NZ Bike Expo, beginner MTB sessions, bike repair workshops, kids skills fun days, social events - the list is endless...
The Biketober Passport is also back again, with 40 different businesses around the city awaiting your custom and the chance to win prizes.
More details on all this: cyclingchristchurch.co.nz...
Dare to be Different at 59 Simeon Street, Spreydon
For more information visit: www.grenadier.harcourts.co.nz...
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