Burnside, Christchurch

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Seen anything suspicious lately?

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107 days ago

Urgent - Complete Garden Makovers, Clean-ups, Trimming and shaping!

Matthew from Matt's Hedges

Complete Garden Makeover? Clean up? Hedge and tree trimming? Contact to arrange a free quote for a good job: 0221632680.

Cheers.

109 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Our celebrity albatross is due for its first flight soon!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

The only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony in the world can be found at Dunedin's Taiaroa Head. The Albatross are largest (and arguably the prettiest) seabird and is a taonga species to Māori.

Keen to see a fluffy royal albatross live? Head to the Royal Cam - a 24-hour live stream … View more
The only mainland Royal Albatross breeding colony in the world can be found at Dunedin's Taiaroa Head. The Albatross are largest (and arguably the prettiest) seabird and is a taonga species to Māori.

Keen to see a fluffy royal albatross live? Head to the Royal Cam - a 24-hour live stream of an albatross nest.

Why the live feed? Well, the royal albatross are slow-breeding birds, and lay only one egg every two years.
Currently the chick in the feed is in its post-guard period, and is left alone. The parents are only returning with food every few days. This little chick will be hitting a milestone really soon - it will finally take their first flight in September! Keep an eye on our little celebrity here.

We hope this link brings a smile!

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107 days ago

Broadleaf

Kelly from Bryndwr

Griselinea littoralis. Hardy native often used for hedging. Grows up to 2m but can be kept trimmed to a lower height.

Canterbury sourced. Pickup in Bryndwr, payment by cash or direct deposit. Price is per plant, 30 available at time of listing.

Price: $8

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108 days ago

Refresh your home with Resene!

Resene

Get $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.

Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved… View more
Get $40 off Resene’s quality range of 10L paints, wood stains, primers and sealers with your Resene DIY card.

Plus buy 1 60-80 mL testpot get 1 free! Visit your local Resene ColorShop or reseller and get started on your decorating project.

Choose from the widest range of Eco Choice approved paints all made right here in New Zealand.
Learn more

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108 days ago

Plastic Outside Table

Mark & Rachael from Upper Riccarton

Hi does anyone have a plastic outside table in good condition that they want to give away or sell?

108 days ago

A guide to retirement living

Kevin Hickman Retirement Village

At Ryman you'll find a perfect blend of independence and community. To learn more, read our guides to introduce you to life at Ryman, showcase our independent and assisted living options, and give clarity around the costs.

Click below to access your free guides to retirement living.

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109 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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117 days ago

Poll: Is restructuring the right tool for change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.

But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?

In The Post’s article '… View more
Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.

But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?

In The Post’s article 'Reaching for change: Is our public service obsessed with restructuring?', doctoral candidate Annika Naschitzki from Victoria University is trying to understand repetitive restructuring.

New Zealand’s public service is often seen as risk-averse, slow-moving, and stuck. But interviewed staff indicate that they want change, that change is needed ... just not through restructuring.

Naschitzki doesn’t mince words: “We always have the same issues, but we keep trying to fix the same problem with the same hammer we've been using for decades.”

Are we leaning too heavily on structural change when real transformation might lie elsewhere? Perhaps through training, resourcing, tools, and practice, as Naschitzki suggests.

What do you think?
Is restructuring the right tool for meaningful change, or just a habit we can’t seem to break?
If you are wary of restructuring, how can we do better?
Tell us your thoughts in the comments!

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Is restructuring the right tool for change?
  • 7.4% Restructuring is the only option in the current climate
    7.4% Complete
  • 25.5% Can be great if done in consultation with staff doing the work
    25.5% Complete
  • 15.1% Any change is good, as long as we know what we are trying to achieve
    15.1% Complete
  • 14.1% No, restructuring consumes too much resourcing
    14.1% Complete
  • 35.6% There is no one-size-fits-all answer ...
    35.6% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I will share below
    2.2% Complete
714 votes
112 days ago

Scam Alert: Investment scam and remote access

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.

How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.

❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.

Once the app is … View more
Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.

How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.

❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.

Once the app is installed, the scammers can gain access to your phone’s info. This will impact you, but may also facilitate scams on people you know using information lifted from your phone and installed apps.

For more information, head to Own Your Online
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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112 days ago

Live stronger for longer

ACC New Zealand

Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View more
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Learn more

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113 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, … View more
Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month, except in December where it falls on the 4th Sunday of the month.

ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.

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113 days ago

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 😁📰

Chris Coles from Bishopdale Community Trust

This issue contains articles about the 60th anniversary of Bishopdale Unichem Bishopdale Pharmacy, an interview with Mahmoud from Stylish Barber, and a save-the-date for Celebrate Bishopdale!

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114 days ago

Mini garden balls $5 each

Kylie from Northcote

Mini garden series balls these are ones I already had when trying to complete my set $5 each balls have taken the main wrapping off to check paper work to see if it was one I needed bags inside balls unopened
There are 3 of picture 3 and 1 each of the other 2
pick up of harewood road

Price: $5

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114 days ago

Let’s Make Waimairi Safer, Fairer, and More Connected

Pavithra from Russley

Kia ora, I’m Pavithra Ravi.

I’m a proud mum of three, a teacher, and a small business owner who lives and works right here in Waimairi. I'm running for the Waimairi Community Board because I believe local leadership should listen, follow through, and always put people before politics.
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Kia ora, I’m Pavithra Ravi.

I’m a proud mum of three, a teacher, and a small business owner who lives and works right here in Waimairi. I'm running for the Waimairi Community Board because I believe local leadership should listen, follow through, and always put people before politics.

Our neighbourhood deserves:

✅ Safer, family-friendly streets

✅ Stronger support for small businesses

✅ A more connected and inclusive community

✅ Leadership that’s apolitical, approachable, and accountable

✅ Council spending that reflects what locals really need

I’m not here to play politics. I’m here to make a difference for our families, our local economy, and our future.

You can learn more or get in touch at pavithraforwaimairi.co.nz....

Let’s build a stronger, kinder Waimairi - together.

Authorised by Pavithra Ravi, pavithraforwaimairi@gmail.com

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114 days ago

Christchurch South Community Gardens

Sammy from Bryndwr

Hello all, to celebrate nearing the end of winter we invite you to soup, toast and chats 30/9 from 11 am to 12:30 pm. This month's soup is leak and potato. Come by, see what we're up to in the gardens, what we're growing and enjoy a delicious cup of warming soup on us! Hope to see … View moreHello all, to celebrate nearing the end of winter we invite you to soup, toast and chats 30/9 from 11 am to 12:30 pm. This month's soup is leak and potato. Come by, see what we're up to in the gardens, what we're growing and enjoy a delicious cup of warming soup on us! Hope to see some of you there.

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