Eyrewell Forest, West Eyreton

696 days ago

Smartsizing Your Future

Charles Upham Retirement Village

Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.

If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on … View more
Smartsizing is about creating a life of simplicity and enjoyment, by ensuring your home fits your lifestyle, now and in the future.

If you want to spend more time with family and friends, travel, stay active and learn new things, smartsizing makes this much easier. With less time spent on maintenance and chores you’ll have more time to create a life full of enjoyment and meaning.

These webinars will offer insight into how you can make this happen.

Join us to hear from experts in their field as they offer insight into how you can achieve this.

Understanding the property market - Presented by Shane Cortese on Monday 14 November, 3:30pm.

Smart home technology - Presented by Grant Sidaway on Tuesday 15 November, 3:30pm.

Downsizing your way to a richer, happier life - Presented by Peter Walsh on Wednesday 16 November, 3:30pm.

These informative presentations are not to be missed, to find out more or to register click below.

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696 days ago

Make your own courier box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rangiora

Keep daytime deliveries secure with this simple to build box that doubles as a seat painted in Resene Lustacryl. Find out how to create your own.

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696 days ago

Brand new compression socks

Dominique & Hugh from Kaiapoi

I have 4 pair of brand new compression socks. I bought 6 pairs for my husband who has swollen feet due to diabetes. Unfortunately he won’t wear them … I have kept 2 pairs for myself as they are ideal for travelling as well. They are open toes which makes them ideal for summer , especially … View moreI have 4 pair of brand new compression socks. I bought 6 pairs for my husband who has swollen feet due to diabetes. Unfortunately he won’t wear them … I have kept 2 pairs for myself as they are ideal for travelling as well. They are open toes which makes them ideal for summer , especially if you wear jandals. I wore yesterday one of the pair I am keeping and found them super confortable. Much more than ordinary compression socks but still with the same support. I am selling them for $10 each or $15 for 2 pairs. Bought them for $18 US each which works out almost double in NZ$….I am not there to make money but simply hoping that they will help someone. Please contact me via Neighbourly if interested. Many thanks. They are L/ XL

Price: $10

696 days ago

7 ways to garden greener

The Warehouse New Zealand

With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices.… View more
With spring in the air, the price of veggies on the rise and Christmas around the corner there has never been a better time to get gardening!

You don’t need to spend big to get involved, and The Warehouse has plenty of options for anyone – from the avid green thumbs to the gardening novices. You could grow a few veggies, fruit trees or even some windowsill herbs – all are a small step to living more sustainably, while saving a little money! Check out 7 ways to garden greener with The Warehouse.
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709 days ago

Waimakariri council looks to social housing

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

From local democracy reporter David Hill:

The council has a role to play in social housing, says Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon.

Gordon says he aims to make supporting social housing initiatives a priority for the new council term.

The council received a draft housing policy statement from … View more
From local democracy reporter David Hill:

The council has a role to play in social housing, says Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon.

Gordon says he aims to make supporting social housing initiatives a priority for the new council term.

The council received a draft housing policy statement from its housing working group at its last meeting for the 2019-22 council term last week.

The housing working group will now consult with Ngāi Tūāhuriri hapū before bringing the draft statement back to the new council for consideration.

Gordon said he was aware of several people who had been caught out by the lack of affordable rental housing and social housing in the district.

People were being forced into in camping grounds or had to seek social housing in Christchurch or further afield.

‘‘It’s pretty real and I know from first hand experience it’s a real issue out here.

‘‘I have people coming through the office who are in this situation,’’ he said.

‘‘There’s also people who are long term renters who will never be in a position to buy a house.

‘‘As a council we have an opportunity to make sure our community is supported."

Gordon said ultimately it would be up to the community to have a say on how the council should respond.

Options might include increasing the elder persons housing stock.

The council has 112 elder persons units in its property portfolio in Kaiapoi, Rangiora and Oxford at present.

The council could also partner with organisations such as Kāinga Ora, Vision West and the Otautahi Community Housing Trust.

The Otautahi Community Housing Trust, which manages the Christchurch City Council’s housing portfolio, has already approached the council about the possibility of setting up a sister trust to work with other councils including Waimakariri.

Gordon was keen to support the establishment of an Abbeyfield House to provide affordable, communal housing for retirees, and exploring other models, and looking for potential funding partners such as central government agencies and the Rātā Foundation.

One possible model was the Peterborough Housing Co-operative in Christchurch, where 14 townhouses provide for families living in a community setting.

In a report to last week’s council meeting, strategic projects manager Simon Markham said affordable housing was an important social issue.

He said supporting social housing aligned with the objectives in the council’s 2021-31 long-term plan, in supporting people’s wellbeing.

The Greater Christchurch Partnership had also prepared a draft Greater Christchurch Social and Affordable Housing Action Plan to address ‘‘unmet housing need’’.

‘‘It is now widely understood that housing plays a significant role in health outcomes, especially for those on limited incomes,’’ Markham said in his report.

‘‘Stable housing also contributes strongly to the social and ultimately cultural wellbeing of communities and to the sense of identity that communities forge over time.’’

■ Public interest journalism is funded by New Zealand on Air.

697 days ago

Have you met the volunteers at Addington Farm?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

These amazing community gardeners are finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about their great work (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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698 days ago

Have you met Wendy Zhou? She's helped saved more than 350,000kg of food

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Wendy Zhou is one of the finalists for the 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about her (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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698 days ago

Bus travel disruptions

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Major disruptions will occur to Greater Christchurch bus services on Thursday 27 October.

From 9am to 3pm there will be changes to the bus schedule for both bus operators as Amalgamated Workers Union NZ (AWUNZ) will be holding a stop-work meeting. Most services will not be operating from … View more
Major disruptions will occur to Greater Christchurch bus services on Thursday 27 October.

From 9am to 3pm there will be changes to the bus schedule for both bus operators as Amalgamated Workers Union NZ (AWUNZ) will be holding a stop-work meeting. Most services will not be operating from 11am-1pm that day.

What you need to know:
- Services are likely to be impacted from 9am as buses start to come off route and some trips may end at the bus interchange
- All services are expected to be operating as normal by 3pm including the regular school services.

Environment Canterbury apologises for the inconvenience and recommends to plan ahead if travelling via public transport on this day. Public transport users are encouraged to check Metro Go for the latest updates.

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699 days ago

Have you met Kelly Francis?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

She is one of the five finalists for the 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Read about her (and the other four finalists), and vote for your favourite!

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699 days ago

large dish and set of decorative balls

Olive from Kaiapoi

beautiful large dish that glitters with light showing thru with a set of balls in silver, copper colour
six in total pick up please

Price: $25

699 days ago

antique telephone

Olive from Kaiapoi

cream ericaphone with dial at base in good original condition

Price: $150

699 days ago

Antigue jade telephone

Olive from Kaiapoi

NZPO genuine limited edition jade 100 type telephone will work on copper line made from Nelson jade stone

Negotiable

699 days ago

Phaff sewing machine

Olive from Kaiapoi

model Heidi comes with sturdy zipped carry case instructions extension board and box of tools.
All in very good condition must pick up Kaiapoi

Price: $120

699 days ago

motorcycle dragon jeans

Olive from Kaiapoi

Bull-it uk 16r us 12r eu 44r
in excellant condition worn 3 times only
as new jean colour

Price: $75

699 days ago

Kevlar motor cycle trousers

Olive from Kaiapoi

Water proof membrane size large with 2 velcro pockets in front
have liner as well in good condition

Price: $15

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