Yaldhurst, Christchurch

2403 days ago

Subscribe to Get Growing for the chance to WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bringing your irrigation in out of the frost, harvesting and storing nuts, the tastiest feijoa varieties, storing cooking apples and leaving plants to self-seed.

Subscribe today and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on bringing your irrigation in out of the frost, harvesting and storing nuts, the tastiest feijoa varieties, storing cooking apples and leaving plants to self-seed.

Subscribe today and be in to WIN one of 50 copies of NZ Gardener's latest special edition, 365 Days of Flowers, a practical and inspirational collector’s magazine that provides expert advice on planning, planting and growing year-round flowers for the garden or vase.

Our crop of the week in Get Growing is the humble choko ("Don't knock 'em till you try them," says our Waikato queen of sustainability Sheryn Clothier) and we have a special feature on moving trees. Plus try recipes from new vegan cookbook PLANTLAB and be in to WIN some great prizes!

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.

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Subscribe and you could WIN!

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2403 days ago

Poll: Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Did you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when … View moreDid you know it's World Naked Gardening day today? While countless gardeners around the world are stripping off to tend to their flower beds and vege patches, falling temperatures across NZ have led to calls for the Southern hemisphere to have it's own naked gardening day in spring, when it's a bit warmer. So what do you think?

Should NZ have its own naked gardening day in September?
  • 25.2% Yes, more people would take part if it was warmer
    25.2% Complete
  • 6.1% No, it's better as a global effort
    6.1% Complete
  • 68.7% It doesn't matter, there's no way I'm gardening naked
    68.7% Complete
1751 votes
2405 days ago

Merivale wives outraged at city councillor Aaron Keown's 'sexist' comment

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A Christchurch City councillor says he's sorry if anyone was offended, but he doesn't regret his comment about Merivale women at a council meeting.

"I look at Banks Peninsula as more like a Merivale wife – they look really good, but very expensive," Aaron Keown said.

Do… View more
A Christchurch City councillor says he's sorry if anyone was offended, but he doesn't regret his comment about Merivale women at a council meeting.

"I look at Banks Peninsula as more like a Merivale wife – they look really good, but very expensive," Aaron Keown said.

Do you think his comments are offensive?

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2404 days ago

Saturday specials

Matthew from

Easy peel seedles Manderine $2.99kg
Large gold kiwi $2.99kg
Feijoa $1.99kg
Ginger $3.99kg
So many deal so many stock arrives daily...see you soon.

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2404 days ago

DOG TRAINING TIPS

High Five Puppy Skills

I will be posting some very valuable training tips each day.....with thanks to "That Dog Geek". So make a note to take a look and share with your dog friends. ENSURE YOU GET THESE BY "FOLLOWING" MY FACEBOOK PAGE highfivepuppyskills.
#FUNandINNOVATIVE // Puppy & Dog … View more
I will be posting some very valuable training tips each day.....with thanks to "That Dog Geek". So make a note to take a look and share with your dog friends. ENSURE YOU GET THESE BY "FOLLOWING" MY FACEBOOK PAGE highfivepuppyskills.
#FUNandINNOVATIVE // Puppy & Dog Training - Individual & Classes #GetItRightFromTheStart #in AVONHEAD.

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2419 days ago

Christchurch City Council wants new fuel tax law to be widened

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council wants the Government to widen new fuel tax laws to allow city and district councils to introduce the tax, not just regional authorities.

"The council encourages the select committee to acknowledge that urban areas outside of Auckland are also in need of funding… View more
The Christchurch City Council wants the Government to widen new fuel tax laws to allow city and district councils to introduce the tax, not just regional authorities.

"The council encourages the select committee to acknowledge that urban areas outside of Auckland are also in need of funding assistance and alternative revenue tools," Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel says.

What do you think?

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2404 days ago

Shout your Mum a cruise for Mother's Day!

Lets Cruise

Lets Cruise is New Zealand's best online cruise agency and the perfect place to sort a present for your Mum for Mother's Day!

If you and your Mum love cruising as much as we do then jump on our website to see what's on offer. You could be cruising the Pacific Islands, discovering… View more
Lets Cruise is New Zealand's best online cruise agency and the perfect place to sort a present for your Mum for Mother's Day!

If you and your Mum love cruising as much as we do then jump on our website to see what's on offer. You could be cruising the Pacific Islands, discovering Vanuatu or exploring Fiji!

Happy cruising,
Mark Smith
Managing Director - Lets Cruise
Book a cruise here!

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2404 days ago

Is Shirley Christchurch's forgotten suburb?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

For years Shirley residents have watched as millions of dollars have been poured into other Christchurch suburbs to build community centres, new swimming pools and libraries.

2405 days ago

Quality Second hand Furniture

Stephen Brian from Christchurch Auctions Clearance Depot

Hi Neighbour. We are into May already! The weather is still being kind fingers crossed. Call in and have a leisurely look around the depot. 4 Curletts Rd or check out our website www.christchurchauctions.co.nz...

2405 days ago

St John ‘Be Prepared’ FREE Seminar

Alpine View

Alpine View Lifestyle Village, Waitikiri are excited to host: The St John 'Be Prepared' Seminar. These free seminars have been designed to appeal to anyone over 60 and will help you to understand everything that occurs during a medical emergency and assist you to be mentally and … View moreAlpine View Lifestyle Village, Waitikiri are excited to host: The St John 'Be Prepared' Seminar. These free seminars have been designed to appeal to anyone over 60 and will help you to understand everything that occurs during a medical emergency and assist you to be mentally and physically prepared.

* BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL *

Seminars will be held on Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th May.

These seminars include guest speakers from both St John and Alpine View Lifestyle Village and include a complementary morning tea.

Contact us now to find out more or book your seat: Phone: 03 383 1333 or email: reception@alpineview.co.nz
Find out more!

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2406 days ago

New specials

Matthew from

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New specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale starting Thursday 03rd May. And all I can think about now, is making a good old Kiwi Pavalova with delicious Kiwifruit on top. Hmmmmm.

Gold Kiwifruit: $2.99kg
Apples still from: … View more
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New specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale starting Thursday 03rd May. And all I can think about now, is making a good old Kiwi Pavalova with delicious Kiwifruit on top. Hmmmmm.

Gold Kiwifruit: $2.99kg
Apples still from: 99ckg
Feijoas are now: $1.99kg

We have plenty more fresh local produce in-store arriving daily.

And don't forget, Mother's Day is just around the corner, so keep on an eye on the Facebook page. 😊

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2407 days ago

Cold ash goes in the red bin

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it time to clean your fire? Do you know that ash must be cool for five days and only goes in the red bin?
Find out why here: bit.ly...

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2407 days ago

Have you seen this homemade campervan?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

How gorgeous is this teardrop campervan? Christchurch furniture designer Carlton Pezaro built it for his wife Sarah, using wood from his mother's Durham Street home that was wrecked by the quakes.

"It was a bit beyond my abilities," says Carlton, who persevered with the project … View more
How gorgeous is this teardrop campervan? Christchurch furniture designer Carlton Pezaro built it for his wife Sarah, using wood from his mother's Durham Street home that was wrecked by the quakes.

"It was a bit beyond my abilities," says Carlton, who persevered with the project over two years. The results are stunning. See more, here.

2407 days ago

How to safely dispose of hot ashes

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Is it time to clean your fire? Do you know that ash must be cool for five days and only goes in the red bin?
Find out why here: bit.ly...

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