Poplars Range, Hanmer Springs

1914 days ago

How to avoid war with the neighbours

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you fallen out with a neighbour? Rising tensions can make some situations difficult to negotiate.

Click here to find out some handy tips for sorting things out if issues arise.

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1914 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1916 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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1916 days ago

First time in New Zealand!

Frontier Tours

Pop icons a-ha are heading to New Zealand for the first time next March, playing Christchurch’s Horncastle Arena on March 5 on their ‘Playing Hunting Hight and Low Live’ tour.

Joining a-ha to make this one poptastic event not to be missed is another superstar who dominated the ’80s, … View more
Pop icons a-ha are heading to New Zealand for the first time next March, playing Christchurch’s Horncastle Arena on March 5 on their ‘Playing Hunting Hight and Low Live’ tour.

Joining a-ha to make this one poptastic event not to be missed is another superstar who dominated the ’80s, Rick Astley – also making his debut in New Zealand

In 2007, Rick became an internet phenomenon becoming the subject of a viral meme known as Rick-rolling, with ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ garnering millions of hits on YouTube, introducing him to a whole new audience.

Don’t miss a night of a-ha’s incredible hits including ‘the unforgettable 'Take On Me' as well as hits 'The Sun Always Shines On TV', 'Train Of Thought' and the title track 'Hunting High And Low’ and an amazing catalogue by Rick Astley including hits like 'Never Gonna Give You Up', 'Whenever You Need Somebody', 'Together Forever', 'When I Fall in Love', 'She Wants To Dance With Me' and 'Cry For Help'.

Tickets to a-ha featuring special guest Rick Astley are on sale now from Ticketek.
Book online

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1917 days ago

Poll: Should vaping ads be banned?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected … View more
Tobacco companies are ramping up advertising for vaping products in what's being called a lolly scramble for customers, before new regulations come in.

Local e-cigarette businesses and anti-smoking groups say aggressive marketing campaigns are a bid to maximise sales before an expected clampdown on how alternatives to smoking can be advertised.

To read more, click here.

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Should vaping ads be banned?
  • 87% Yes
    87% Complete
  • 13% No
    13% Complete
2049 votes
1917 days ago

The dates for Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2020 have been announced! ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Looking forward to celebrating our wonderful communities across the country with all of you from 27 March to 5 of April.

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1918 days ago

New Stuff Circuit Investigation - watch now!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Check out the latest work from Stuff Circuit. A must-watch for anyone seeking a better understanding of the culture that fostered the Christchurch mosque attacks. Watch now by clicking here.

1919 days ago

Stan Walker - Springboard Tour - Christchurch

Brent Eccles Entertainment

New Zealand’s very own superstar Stan Walker is returning to the Christchurch Town Hall on Saturday the 28th of September, playing all his biggest hits, including ‘Black Box’ ‘Unbroken’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘Bulletproof’ and his current hit single ‘Give’ with very special guests … View moreNew Zealand’s very own superstar Stan Walker is returning to the Christchurch Town Hall on Saturday the 28th of September, playing all his biggest hits, including ‘Black Box’ ‘Unbroken’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘Bulletproof’ and his current hit single ‘Give’ with very special guests Lepani, Niko Walkers and Jordan Gavet.

Tickets from $49.00 from Ticketek.
Book your tickets

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1921 days ago

Are you a real estate agent?

Stuff

Want to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.

Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential… View more
Want to reach more buyers? With Showcase Plus you can harness the reach of Stuff and Neighbourly. Your listing will be featured on the Stuff and Neighbourly websites and apps.

Showcase Plus displays your listing to a relevant geographic audience. The property will be exposed to as many potential buyers as possible to drive the best sales result.

Potential buyers will click straight through to your listing on your website to see detailed property information.

Email realestate@stuff.co.nz to find out more about using Showcase Plus to promote your listings.
Learn more

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1921 days ago

❗ GIVEAWAY ❗

The Team from New Zealand Red Cross

Fun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.

We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give … View more
Fun fact… it’s 537 steps up Baldwin Street in Dunedin – that means you’d have to walk up it almost 19 times to get 10,000 steps! Thanks to Hannah, our legendary Community Fundraising Coordinator for stepping up to the challenge.

We still have plenty of New Zealand Red Cross Cups to give away. All you need to do is sign up to Red Cross Journey, be one of the first 100 participants to raise $100 and we’ll send you a KeepCup!

Red Cross Journey is our annual fundraising step challenge - with a difference. Walk 10,000 steps a day for 21 days and learn about the journey of someone involved with Red Cross while raising funds to help people in need.

For more information or to make a donation, visit: www.redcrossjourney.org.nz...

Thank you for your support.

1921 days ago

Winter Sports Tournament 2019 results

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Eight-one schools, 2004 children and 183 teams participated in this year's Winter Sports Tournament in Christchurch on Thursday.

Primary and CAIM Schools sports director Lyn Miles thanked those who helped make the competition a success.

Congratulations to everyone involved.

Results:

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Eight-one schools, 2004 children and 183 teams participated in this year's Winter Sports Tournament in Christchurch on Thursday.

Primary and CAIM Schools sports director Lyn Miles thanked those who helped make the competition a success.

Congratulations to everyone involved.

Results:

Senior netball
1 - St Andrews
2 - St Margarets
3 - Swannanoa

Junior A netball
1 - St Francis of Assisi
2 - South Brighton
3 - Christ the King

Junior B netball
1 - Paparoa St
2 - Ilam
3 - Cotswold

Senior rugby
1 - Mt Hutt
2 - Lincoln
3 - Kaiapoi North

Junior rugby
1 - Waimairi
2 - Hoon Hay
3 - South Brighton

Senior hockey
1= - Cathedral Grammar and Mt Pleasant
3 - Hillview

Junior hockey
1 - St Albans
2 - Allenton
3 - Fendalton

Senior football
1 - Hillview
2 - St Martins
3= - St Marks and St Andrews

Junior football
1 - Harewood
2 - St Albans
3 - Parkview

1923 days ago

Are you waiting for surgery? We'd love to chat

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Hi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:

-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" … View more
Hi neighbours - we're looking to chat with people who have experienced the following:

-Have been waiting for surgery that the hospital keeps postponing.
-Have been told they can't get on the waiting list for surgery due to their debilitating condition not being "serious" enough.

If you're happy to chat and potentially be part of a story about this, please get in touch with Thomas through his email: thomas.coughlan@stuff.co.nz

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1923 days ago

Where are the best property deals?

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

The region (and city) you choose to invest in can drastically impact your future returns.

That's why, once you decide to invest in NZ's property market, your next step is to question which region you should park your money in.

To read more about where the best property … View more
Hey neighbours,

The region (and city) you choose to invest in can drastically impact your future returns.

That's why, once you decide to invest in NZ's property market, your next step is to question which region you should park your money in.

To read more about where the best property deals might be click here.

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1928 days ago

Half the Environment Canterbury council is standing again

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

It will be the first fully democratic Environment Canterbury (ECan) election for 12 years but only one councillor sacked by the National government in 2010 is keen to stand again.

Nominations for candidates for the seven regional constituencies closed on Friday yesterday at midday, with 39 … View more
It will be the first fully democratic Environment Canterbury (ECan) election for 12 years but only one councillor sacked by the National government in 2010 is keen to stand again.

Nominations for candidates for the seven regional constituencies closed on Friday yesterday at midday, with 39 received for the 14 positions at the council table.

Six of the 12 current councillors are standing again, but Rik Tindall is the only member of the regional council dismissed more than nine years ago willing to have another go.

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