Avonhead, Christchurch

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62 days ago

Poll: What would bring you back to the city centre?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our CBDs have been making headlines lately – they’re not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
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What would bring you back to the city centre?
  • 25.7% Delicious eats: cafés, restaurants, and foodie hotspots
    25.7% Complete
  • 30.6% Retail therapy: clothing, shops, and unique finds
    30.6% Complete
  • 25.5% Things to do: cinemas, arcades, entertainment
    25.5% Complete
  • 18.2% Services & businesses: the practical stuff
    18.2% Complete
1263 votes
56 days ago

Resene October Sale on now!

Resene

Save up to 30% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers, and sealers at Resene ColorShops!

Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint
Find out more

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56 days ago

Dianella nigra (Inkberry)

Kelly from Bryndwr

Dianella nigra, a flowering native groundcover. It produces white flowers followed by bright purple berries, an ideal way to add colour to the garden. Grows in a wide range of conditions, reaching about 60cm in height and diameter. Mass-planted, it can effectively suppress weeds, making it a low … View moreDianella nigra, a flowering native groundcover. It produces white flowers followed by bright purple berries, an ideal way to add colour to the garden. Grows in a wide range of conditions, reaching about 60cm in height and diameter. Mass-planted, it can effectively suppress weeds, making it a low maintenance alternative.

Canterbury sourced. Pickup in Bryndwr, price is per plant, payment by cash or direct deposit. 40 available at time of listing.

Price: $6

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56 days ago

Rengarenga (native lily)

Kelly from Bryndwr

Rengarenga, ready to plant. Flowering native lily, hardy to a range of environments. $5 each, 40 in stock at time of listing.

Pickup in Bryndwr, payment by cash or bank transfer.

Price: $5

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57 days ago

A Little Spine Care Goes a Long Way — Here’s How

Marketing Manager from Beds4U - Hornby

Hey Neighbours!

Waking up with a stiff or achy back lately? You’re not alone — and the good news is, a few simple changes can make a big difference!

Your spine works hard every single day, so giving it the right support (especially while you sleep!) helps you stay active, pain-free, and … View more
Hey Neighbours!

Waking up with a stiff or achy back lately? You’re not alone — and the good news is, a few simple changes can make a big difference!

Your spine works hard every single day, so giving it the right support (especially while you sleep!) helps you stay active, pain-free, and full of energy. From choosing the right mattress to improving your posture, small tweaks can go a long way toward a healthier back.

We’ve shared some easy, practical tips to help you care for your spine and enjoy better sleep — check them out here: beds4u.co.nz...

Here’s to happier mornings, healthier backs, and feeling your best every day, neighbours!

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58 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
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58 days ago

DIY mini glasshouse makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Building your own glasshouse need not be a daunting task. Using recycled windows of equal size makes this project a whole lot easier. We painted ours in Resene Bilbao and Resene Bush. Find out how to create and paint your own mini glasshouse with these easy step by step instructions.

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58 days ago

Keep your vehicle safe with the following tips ...

The Team from New Zealand Police

🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
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🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
🚗 Number plates secured with anti-theft screws (available at car accessory stores).
🚙 Alloy wheels secured with fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts.
🚗 Car ownership information stored at home, not in the vehicle.
🚙 Vehicle fitted with an anti-theft device, such as a steering wheel lock or alarm.
🚗 If the vehicle is keyless, ‘keys’ (or entry device) kept a safe distance from the car, away from doors & windows so the signal cannot be interfered with.
🚙 Get to know neighbours & their vehicles so you’ll know if you see something that doesn’t seem right.

Always report suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood.

If it's already happened, phone 105 or report at 105.police.govt.nz.
If it's happening now, call 111.

Want to make an anonymous report? Contact Crime Stoppers

For more tips on keeping safe, visit the police.govt.nz website.

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75 days ago

Scam Alert: Cryptocurrency

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

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Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.

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59 days ago

Poll: Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?

It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?

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Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊
  • 89.5% The Ocean!
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% Space!
    10.5% Complete
523 votes
59 days ago

Bake Cupcakes, Change Animals’ Lives

SPCA Cupcake Day

Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for… View more
Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for a donation, you’ll be part of a nationwide community making a real difference. Every cupcake counts so sign up today and help create a brighter future for animals in need.
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60 days ago

A gift for you when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden

NZ House & Garden

Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka … View more
Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka oil, this lightweight daily cream is designed to hydrate, firm, and nourish your skin – the perfect treat to enjoy while you relax with your magazine.

Subscribe now for endless ideas, beautiful homes and gardens from across New Zealand, and a little indulgence just for you.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 300 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years before 26 October 2025
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61 days ago

They made it for astronauts. We get to sleep on it. Coincidence?

Marketing Manager from Beds4U - Hornby

Hey neighbours!

Here’s a fun one — the same material NASA created to cushion astronauts in space is now helping Kiwis get their best sleep ever.

It’s called Tempur, and it’s not your average mattress. The TEMPUR® material gently adapts to your body, easing pressure points and giving… View more
Hey neighbours!

Here’s a fun one — the same material NASA created to cushion astronauts in space is now helping Kiwis get their best sleep ever.

It’s called Tempur, and it’s not your average mattress. The TEMPUR® material gently adapts to your body, easing pressure points and giving you that “floating on air” kind of comfort.

We’ve put together a simple guide to help you find the perfect one for your sleep style. Check them out here: beds4u.co.nz...

So if you’ve been mattress-hunting, maybe it’s time to check out the brand that started in space. Pop into your nearest Beds4U store and feel the Tempur difference for yourself — your back (and your dreams) will thank you.

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61 days ago

If you haven't voted yet...

Dianne from Upper Riccarton

You can go to your nearest library/service centre and make a special vote if you lost your papers or drop your papers off in the orange bins in supermarkets or library.
Use the right to vote or lose it

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62 days ago

Appeal for information following sudden death in Eastern Terrace

The Team from Canterbury Police

Canterbury Police are continuing to investigate the sudden death of a man at a residential address on Eastern Terrace in the early hours of Saturday morning.

The circumstances of the man’s death remain unclear, and Police are working to understand what occurred in the lead-up to this incident.… View more
Canterbury Police are continuing to investigate the sudden death of a man at a residential address on Eastern Terrace in the early hours of Saturday morning.

The circumstances of the man’s death remain unclear, and Police are working to understand what occurred in the lead-up to this incident.

Officers are particularly focused on tracing the man’s movements over the past two weeks and are appealing to the public for any information that may assist. “We are committed to establishing the full circumstances surrounding this man’s death,” says Detective Senior Sergeant Daniel Overend. “This is a perplexing case, and we are keeping an open mind as we work through a number of inquiries.”

As part of the investigation, Police are conducting an area canvas of the Eastern Terrace neighbourhood to identify anyone who may have seen or interacted with the deceased in recent weeks.

Anyone with information that could assist is urged to contact Police on 105, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111. Please quote file number 251004/7850.

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