Burnside, Christchurch

2643 days ago

Have you seen rabbits or other wild animals around Christchurch?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Pest control may be used to combat the growing rabbit population in Christchurch's red zone.

Land Information New Zealand is investigating rabbit and rodent numbers in the red zone after neighbouring communities raised concerns about a perceived explosion in the rabbit population.

2632 days ago

Have you been bothered by magpies this spring?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Hundreds of Kiwis have been attacked by magpies since they were first introduced to New Zealand from Australia in the 1860s.

Each spring, aggressive male magpies defend their nests by swooping down and attacking pedestrians and cyclists.

Click the link below to read more.

2628 days ago

Roger Halls Sparkling Comedy Social Climbers

Roger Halls Sparkling Comedy Social Climbers

What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain … View more
What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain and a flooded bridge keep them stranded for three days. What they get up to, to help pass the time, raises a few eyebrows and will have you laughing, tearing up and applauding enthusiastically as they bare all.

Of course, it’s not just souls that are exposed, there’s a little nudity, a cracking thunderstorm, explosions, screaming bloody murder, ghostly stories, a birthday celebration, a séance, a drunken party, confessions, meltdowns and revelations that will keep you and your friends entertained throughout.

Perfectly timed for your own social group’s ascent into summer, don’t miss this hilarious play when it comes to a town near you in November.

Buy tickets for Ashburton.

Buy tickets for Christchurch.
Buy tickets here!

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2628 days ago

Showerdome shower top – stop steam forming

Install a Dome Chch Ltd

Install a dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your… View more
Install a dome specialise in the installation of the Showerdome® shower top in Christchurch and surrounding areas. We are a family owned and run business based in the suburbs of Christchurch and have a long and successful association with Showerdome Ltd head office.

A trusted installer in your local area for more than 10 years, our current installers have been working with us for 5 years and we regularly get amazing feedback about their workmanship and customer service.

Install a Dome can either supply and install a Showerdome® shower top or install one that you have already purchased. BOOK NOW!
Book now

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2641 days ago

Has your hot water cylinder been damaged by chlorine?

Anna Williams Reporter from The Press

Chlorination is to blame for damaged hot water cylinders in Christchurch and could cause further problems to pipes and foundations, according to a University of Canterbury study. Have you been affected by this?

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2629 days ago

Our Trafford Street Liquor Store action was successful and stimulated developments

Colin from Harewood

Hi folks,
Our joint (successful) action has helped propel fresh initiatives which will assist neighbourhoods resist the scourge of Liquor Stores "invading" our communities in future.The news snippet below highlights certain progress on this matter:
www.tvnz.co.nz...
It was often said … View more
Hi folks,
Our joint (successful) action has helped propel fresh initiatives which will assist neighbourhoods resist the scourge of Liquor Stores "invading" our communities in future.The news snippet below highlights certain progress on this matter:
www.tvnz.co.nz...
It was often said during our campaign that we could never successfully fight through a process which was deeply flawed - but they didn't reckon on a co-ordinated and determined group like the Harewood residents!
We proved an involved community can succeed BUT it wasn't easy and communities need access to resources to fight the wealthy liquor industry.
There is no doubt our efforts resonated and we need these initiatives for Community Law involvement to work and be cemented into place.
Thanks folks for all the support - we are in this together.
Kind regards
Colin I Fussell

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2630 days ago

Double Rabbit Show

Deborah from Bryndwr

Come and see cute bunnies and find out what is meant by purebred show rabbits versus pet or crossbred.
Christchurch School of Gymnastics at QEII Park, 193 Travis Rd, Christchurch. 10-4pm

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2633 days ago

Christchurch Stadium site to become 582-space Wilson Parking car park

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Wilson Parking has been granted resource consent for 582 car park spaces on the Christchurch stadium site for four years.

The stadium is intended for the central city in a block of land bounded by Madras, Barbadoes, Hereford and Tuam streets.

Do you think central Christchurch needs more parking … View more
Wilson Parking has been granted resource consent for 582 car park spaces on the Christchurch stadium site for four years.

The stadium is intended for the central city in a block of land bounded by Madras, Barbadoes, Hereford and Tuam streets.

Do you think central Christchurch needs more parking spots like this?

2631 days ago

Santa Parade 2018

Megan from Casebrook

We need 60 fences, on busy-ish Roads to have a Christmas Parade Sign on it advertising the 2018 Santa Parade. Do you have a big fence on a busyish road that I could use or do you know of one that I can use? If you know of a fence can you please let me know the address ASAP. 🎅🤶🎄thank you!

2630 days ago

Help us protect and celebrate our Heritage!

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Come along at Tūranga, our new central library in Cathedral Square in two days time - Wednesday 17 October, 10am–2pm.

We'll be there, asking you to have your say on our Draft Heritage Strategy.

Can't make it? Don't worry, you can have your say online! Here's the link: … View more
Come along at Tūranga, our new central library in Cathedral Square in two days time - Wednesday 17 October, 10am–2pm.

We'll be there, asking you to have your say on our Draft Heritage Strategy.

Can't make it? Don't worry, you can have your say online! Here's the link: bit.ly...

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2630 days ago

100-year-old Christchurch lawn bowler still rolling up

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

At 100 years of age lawn bowler Ron Radford isn't short of wisdom on a variety of subjects.

Now a life member of the Cashmere Bowling Club he began playing the sport 40 years ago, enjoying the opportunity to mingle with friends and opponents on the greens and, when things went really well, to… View more
At 100 years of age lawn bowler Ron Radford isn't short of wisdom on a variety of subjects.

Now a life member of the Cashmere Bowling Club he began playing the sport 40 years ago, enjoying the opportunity to mingle with friends and opponents on the greens and, when things went really well, to collect meat packs as reward for his successes.

This is a man accustomed to overcoming the odds. (Read more about Ron by clicking the link below).

2631 days ago

Glaucoma

Jan Tedesco from NW WEA - a branch of CWEA

Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 19th October, to listen to Julia Saulsbury talk about 'Glaucoma.'
Her talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, … View more
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 19th October, to listen to Julia Saulsbury talk about 'Glaucoma.'
Her talk starts at 10.30am.
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy. If you come at 10am you can have a tea or coffee and a biscuit first

2631 days ago

Businesses might pay less. Learn more.

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC is proposing to reduce the business levy you pay. If you’re in business, these proposals could affect you.

Find out by how much by using ACC's online calculator and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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