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.

2607 days ago

Welcome to Biketober!

Glen Koorey from Cycling in Christchurch

Biketober (a fusion of bike + October), is a month-long celebration of cycling in Christchurch. We’re bringing together all things bike-related this spring, for anyone interested in cycling. You might be a commuter, cycling family, sports cyclist, or someone who’d just like to meet others who … View moreBiketober (a fusion of bike + October), is a month-long celebration of cycling in Christchurch. We’re bringing together all things bike-related this spring, for anyone interested in cycling. You might be a commuter, cycling family, sports cyclist, or someone who’d just like to meet others who enjoy being out and about by bike.

Over 50 events and activities are planned, including social bike rides, go-by-bike breakfasts, a pedal-powered cinema, bike maintenance workshops, a cargo bike rally, and more. Many events are organised by the amazing volunteer groups we have in town. Some happen anyway, some of them are Biketober ‘specials’ and others are bigger events that we’re linking up with, like Avon Otakaro’s family event ‘Meet in the Middle’, BECA Heritage week and New Zealand’s first ever Bike Expo.

The NZ Bike Expo at the Air Force Museum at Wigram on 28-29 October is a consumer show with a community heart. It’s for everyone interested in bicycles, from sports cyclists to recreational riders, kids, commuters, cycle tourers, and those interested in e-bikes. If you’re looking to buy a new bicycle or bike-related gear, keen to try out e-bikes, planning an adventure or holiday on cycle trails or want to enter an event, the Expo will get you on your journey. See nzbikeexpo.nz.

During the month, make sure you also pick up your Biketober passport! The Biketober passport will take you to 16 bike-friendly venues throughout October along the new major cycleways. Hand your stamped passport in at the NZ Bike Expo, your final destination, where there’s a chance to win some fabulous prizes.

More details about Biketober, including a full programme of events, can be found at www.biketober.nz.... Or look us up on Facebook and Twitter at @biketoberchch.

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2607 days ago

Master your knife like a chef? Tell us and WIN

FreshChoice Barrington

Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering … View more
Hi neighbours! Whether you're perfecting that roast beef, filleting fish with your eyes closed or whipping up that memorised cake recipe that never lets you down, there may be a pro chef in you! Share your pro cooking tip now, and you could win a $100 gift voucher!

We're also offering you the chance to receive a premium set of Gormé Kitchen Knives in all our stores! All you need to do is shop with us to COLLECT 3 STICKERS in order to REDEEM your KNIVES at a heavily reduced price - up to 75% off! You will receive 1 sticker for every $15 you spend. There are 5 different knives to collect. Perfect for Christmas coming up, a gift for a friend or to add to your home. Start collecting in our store today.

- Your local FreshChoice team
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2608 days ago

International Day of the Older Persons 2017 is on Sunday!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and … View more
International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.

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2608 days ago

Myrtle rust?

Chai from Riccarton

Hi found this on my cherry blossoms tree, wondering if they are myrtle rust?
If not,then what it is?
Any advice how can I treat it?
Cheers!

2633 days ago

Wicked Wednesday is here at Dose Diner

Dose from Dose Diner

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Come and grab a burger w fries from Dose diner on Wednesdays, specials available from 4pm all September :)

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2609 days ago
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2610 days ago

Berries

Pippa from Hoon Hay

Does anyone have any runaway berries e.g. Blackberry, cranberry etc? I have a GIANT raspberry patch and I'd like to exchange some of your extra plants for mine.

Negotiable

2610 days ago

Merrin School security

Julia from Avonhead

The gate from Beatrice Place into the Merrin School grounds has been vandalized. The larger gate has been wrenched away from the hinges, obviously with some force, allowing it to be opened for cars to rip up the grass. This has happened overnight as it was fine yesterday when I used it. I looked up… View moreThe gate from Beatrice Place into the Merrin School grounds has been vandalized. The larger gate has been wrenched away from the hinges, obviously with some force, allowing it to be opened for cars to rip up the grass. This has happened overnight as it was fine yesterday when I used it. I looked up the school contacts but there is no after hours contact. Who is the contact for these issues?

2610 days ago

Hard Rock - Hard Rock

Michelle from Hoon Hay

Hi looking for hard rock river rock suitable for a headstone piece thankyou

2610 days ago

Tsunami siren testing

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Reminder, it’s a test! Tsunami sirens are being tested this Sunday 24 September at 11am.

This is a good time to check if you are in a tsunami zone.
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2611 days ago

2013 Roma Scooter

Te Aroha from Hoon Hay

Price is up for negotiation. sister in-law brought scooter in march last year awesome scooter but has been sitting unused since April this year , sister in-law only used it to go to work and back but circumstances changed in April and its just been sitting . unfortunately… View morePrice is up for negotiation. sister in-law brought scooter in march last year awesome scooter but has been sitting unused since April this year , sister in-law only used it to go to work and back but circumstances changed in April and its just been sitting . unfortunately battery is flat due to it not being turned over and kick start has broken off worked awesome when she last used it , Rego is on hold Read less

Price: $950

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2612 days ago

Christchurch Bible Challenge

Samuel from Hornby

Can you name all the 12 disciples of Jesus? If you can, then you should enter the great Christchurch Bible Challenge!
Now’s the time to have fun and meet like-minded Bible Brainiac’s!
Shekinah is inviting you to enter the great Christchurch Bible Challenge every Saturday starting from October … View more
Can you name all the 12 disciples of Jesus? If you can, then you should enter the great Christchurch Bible Challenge!
Now’s the time to have fun and meet like-minded Bible Brainiac’s!
Shekinah is inviting you to enter the great Christchurch Bible Challenge every Saturday starting from October the 7th at select sites across the city.
Hurry and register your team NOW for this fun high-speed online quiz!
Fantastic prizes worth hundreds of dollars are waiting to be won!
Visit shekinah.org.nz and register NOW!

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2612 days ago

Tsunami Siren testing

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

This Sunday the clocks are going forward an hour. This means it's time to test tsunami sirens in Christchurch along the coast from Brooklands to Taylor's Mistake. Tsunami sirens will sound at 11am Sunday 24 September for approximately three minutes.
Remember, this is a test - no need to … View more
This Sunday the clocks are going forward an hour. This means it's time to test tsunami sirens in Christchurch along the coast from Brooklands to Taylor's Mistake. Tsunami sirens will sound at 11am Sunday 24 September for approximately three minutes.
Remember, this is a test - no need to evacuate!
Want to know more about tsunamis? Visit: ccc.govt.nz...

2612 days ago

Age Concern Dignity Champions

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.

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