Burnside, Christchurch

2691 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View more
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.

The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.

Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.

So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
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2691 days ago

Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.

2692 days ago

Timebands, Parental Locks and Classifications

BSA

Do you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?

The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on… View more
Do you use free-to-air TV classifications like G, PGR and AO, or timebands like the 8.30pm watershed, to help decide what you, or children in your care, watch?

The Broadcasting Standards Authority are considering whether some changes should be made to timebands and programme classifications on free-to-air television and want to hear what you think.

We will be holding a public meeting in Christchurch where you can get more information and ask questions. It will be on Wednesday 22 August at Christchurch Community House from 10.30am-12.30pm, please register on our website if you plan to attend.

You can also find out what is being considered and give your feedback through our 5-10-minute online survey.

Email us at info@bsa.govt.nz or visit the website for more information.
Complete our survey here!

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2692 days ago

Free info sessions in Christchurch!

Scenic Tours

Join Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Christchurch on Tuesday 21 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you … View moreJoin Scenic at our free Information Sessions in Christchurch on Tuesday 21 August, to discover more about luxury river cruising & touring. Whether you cruise the waterways of Europe in 5-star luxury or experience the majestic wonders of Canada & Alaska, we can help you plan your next dream holiday.

Exclusive offers available only on the day. Strictly limited spaces – secure your seat now.
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2692 days ago

Food Safety for small businesses

Lynda from Bishopdale

If there are any small food businesses or start-up food businesses out there, even if you're a food truck or work from home and you would like some FREE food safety advice, then send me an email at lynda@foodplannz.co.nz or call me on 022 659 8674. I'm happy to help.

2692 days ago

Bringing the Indian journey into focus

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Photo exhibition Mokaa - The Land of Opportunity kicks off today, celebrating 125 years of Indians in NZ.
Come by our Civic Offices this week or next and check it out!
For more info, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2692 days ago

Food recall: Havoc Farm Pork brand ham products

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Havoc Farm Pork is recalling all batches and dates of its Havoc Farm Pork brand ham products due to a lack of process control. These products are sold in plastic vacuumed packs of varying sizes with a Havoc Farm Pork sticker as pictured below.

Affected product should not be consumed. There have … View more
Havoc Farm Pork is recalling all batches and dates of its Havoc Farm Pork brand ham products due to a lack of process control. These products are sold in plastic vacuumed packs of varying sizes with a Havoc Farm Pork sticker as pictured below.

Affected product should not be consumed. There have been no reports of illness, however, if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.

The products are sold in the following retail stores:

Commonsense Organics stores throughout the North Island
Raeward Fresh Queenstown, 53 Robins Road, Queenstown
Soul Food, 74 Ardmore SHatreet, Wanaka
Liberty Market, 493 Moorhouse Ave, Christchurch
Otago Farmers Market, Dunedin Railway Station, Dunedin
Havoc Farm Pork Factory store, 759 Kaikorai Valley Road, Dunedin.

If you have questions, contact Havoc Farm Pork:

Phone: 03 488 1389
Address: 759 Kaikorai Valley Road, Dunedin.

Source: mpi.govt.nz/

2696 days ago

Ponytail and Braids workshop - Bishopdale

Laura from Bishopdale

Hey, I own Tiggy Tails and run workshops to teach parents how to braid and style their children's hair.

We have some workshops happening in Bishopdale in September if anyone is keen to come along

Www.facebook.com/tiggytailsnz

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Thanks
Laura

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2693 days ago

Westinghouse washing machine, goes good.

Noel from Burnside

Washing machine for sale.

Price: $250

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2693 days ago

Cane Single Bed Heads, 2 Off

Ian from Burnside

2 off cane single bed heads in very good condition for sale. Price is for 2 off.

Price: $10

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2694 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Share them on our page, and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

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2694 days ago

Free piece of carpet for garden/worm farm

Leigh from Avonhead

I have a fairly large piece of carpet that could be used as weed mat or in a worm farm free to a good home! 😊

Free

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2694 days ago

Curtains

Lesley from Bishopdale

Pair of caramel colored curtains with pull cord and track fit window 180cm curtain drop 162cm $15.
2 pair brown curtains fully lined good condition fit window 200cm other window 250cm drop for both is 180cm $15 pair or both pairs $20.
Pair of curtain poles good condition slightly marked on … View more
Pair of caramel colored curtains with pull cord and track fit window 180cm curtain drop 162cm $15.
2 pair brown curtains fully lined good condition fit window 200cm other window 250cm drop for both is 180cm $15 pair or both pairs $20.
Pair of curtain poles good condition slightly marked on underside where curtains have rubbed $10 ea or pair for $15.

Negotiable

2695 days ago

Looking for experienced tax and business advisors?

McCoy & Co Accountants and Advisors

McCoy & Co is a results-driven, technology-focused advisory firm. Our goal is to partner with our clients to ensure a strategic and considered approach to business planning and development.

We have expanded our skills with the introduction of a dedicated cloud software specialist, Josh … View more
McCoy & Co is a results-driven, technology-focused advisory firm. Our goal is to partner with our clients to ensure a strategic and considered approach to business planning and development.

We have expanded our skills with the introduction of a dedicated cloud software specialist, Josh Wilson (centre), and our new, legally trained specialist tax director, Julia Johnston (left) and our experienced compliance director, Rachael Meates (right).

Ask us how we can help:
- Want your software to work harder & smarter? Talk to Josh today.
- Do you need a second opinion on a tax matter that is worrying you? Let Julia take care of it.
- Are you not getting what you need from your current accountant? Speak to Rachael about Financial Reporting

Not happy with your current advisor? Contact McCoy & Co today.
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2695 days ago

Dear neighbourly 🤗

Matthew from

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Saturday specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale.

Royal Gala Apples: $1.65kg
Mushrooms: $7.95kg
Loose Brown Onions: $1.65kg

Don't forget about our competition to win 1 of 5 $20 Gift Vouchers to spend at ReLove Clothing. For every… View more
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Saturday specials at Gardenfresh Greengrocers Bishopdale.

Royal Gala Apples: $1.65kg
Mushrooms: $7.95kg
Loose Brown Onions: $1.65kg

Don't forget about our competition to win 1 of 5 $20 Gift Vouchers to spend at ReLove Clothing. For every $15 you spend in-store, write your name and phone number on the back of the receipt and pop it in the jar at the front counter.

We have more great specials in-store so make sure you pop on down and get all your fresh fruit and vegetables from your local friendly produce store.

Have a wonderful weekend. Only 3 more winter weekends to go, and then it's spring. 🙂

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