Hillsborough, Christchurch

French Fest 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Akaroa is gearing up for this year's French Fest, the bi-annual event which draws people from near and far for a weekend of events that celebrates Akaroa’s unique heritage. More at NEWSLINE: bit.ly...

Packing/Moving Boxes

Gina from Hillsborough

Hi there,
We have recently moved house and have all of our packing boxes free for anybody who would like to pick them up....included in the boxes (approx 30) are 4 Porta-a-robes which are tall boxes with a bar for hanging your clothes in during the move. Most of the boxes are storage king and ones… View moreHi there,
We have recently moved house and have all of our packing boxes free for anybody who would like to pick them up....included in the boxes (approx 30) are 4 Porta-a-robes which are tall boxes with a bar for hanging your clothes in during the move. Most of the boxes are storage king and ones which are international shipping boxes so very sturdy.
Please take them as they are now in out way....
Cheers

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900+ more homes in Mairehau can connect to fibre broadband

Lisa Heatley from Enable Fibre Broadband

Just call your internet provider to make the switch. Installation is usually free.

Love your backyard this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View moreWe Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....

Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!

If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...

Enlivening Places Project

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Folk singer Adam McGrath is telling people's stories through song thanks to a CCC community funding project. More at NEWSLINE: bit.ly...

Have you visited our new store yet?

FreshChoice City Market

We've received some fantastic feedback with our new supermarket located in the heart of Christchurch! The energy in the city center has lifted. If you haven't come down to see us, we're located directly opposite the bus interchange on 71 Lichfield.

You'll find … View moreWe've received some fantastic feedback with our new supermarket located in the heart of Christchurch! The energy in the city center has lifted. If you haven't come down to see us, we're located directly opposite the bus interchange on 71 Lichfield.

You'll find fabulous savings on your everyday groceries, the freshest local food and Canterbury's most loved brands and an extensive range of goods for the avid foodie, kitchen connoisseur or wine lover. We'll see you there! See store details

Specials this week at Opawa vege shop (124 Opawa RD) - Thank you for viewing

Yue from Opawa - Saint Martins

NZ Lemon $0.99/kg
loose Onions $0.99/kg
Telegragh Cucumber $0.99ea (while stock last)
NZ Capsicums (all color) $0.99ea (while stock last)
Avocado 0.99ea or $4.59/bag(5pak)
queen apple (red) $1.49/kg
500g bacon still $3.99ea
2L milk still $2.99 ea
… View moreNZ Lemon $0.99/kg
loose Onions $0.99/kg
Telegragh Cucumber $0.99ea (while stock last)
NZ Capsicums (all color) $0.99ea (while stock last)
Avocado 0.99ea or $4.59/bag(5pak)
queen apple (red) $1.49/kg
500g bacon still $3.99ea
2L milk still $2.99 ea

Thank you for viewing.
Regards

Hairdresser

Rachel from Woolston

New mobile hairdresser. Qualified 10years experience. I love what I do , i recently sold my salon and am looking for more flexibility. Haircuts , hair-ups and I specialise in colour.
Please contact for times and appointments =)

Collecting Smurfs from BP Stations

Glenda from Woolston

Hi All,
I am in need of 6 smurfs. It has become a very addictive collection.
I need the following "blue darlings" -
Papa smurf
Snappy
Gargamel
Azrael
Farmer
… View moreHi All,
I am in need of 6 smurfs. It has become a very addictive collection.
I need the following "blue darlings" -
Papa smurf
Snappy
Gargamel
Azrael
Farmer
Chef

I have 1 extra of: Brainy, Wild and Hefty
I work within 4 avenue's and live in Brookhaven if easier to swap or give away
Many thanks 😀

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Maori Language Week 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We would like to celebrate Maori Language Week by learning one new saying each day through out the week. Here's day five:

Hairdresser

Rachel from Woolston

New mobile hairdresser. Qualified 10years experience. I love what I do , i recently sold my salon and am looking for more flexibility. Haircuts , hair-ups and I specialise in colour.
Please contact for times and appointments =)

Get involved in local water management

Canterbury Water

If you want to help deliver the community’s goals for water, then join your local water zone committee now.

Canterbury’s water zone committees are looking for new members to help ensure new perspectives are reflected.

The committees are currently focused on improving freshwater quality … View moreIf you want to help deliver the community’s goals for water, then join your local water zone committee now.

Canterbury’s water zone committees are looking for new members to help ensure new perspectives are reflected.

The committees are currently focused on improving freshwater quality and biodiversity values, protecting drinking water supplies, encouraging sustainable farming practices, and enhancing recreational opportunities and cultural values.

The committees are looking for people who can see others’ points of view and work collaboratively to find solutions for water challenges.

Let us know wai you care - visit www.ecan.govt.nz/waiwecare to apply before 8 October. Find out more

free office chair

Kerrin from Woolston

hi does any one have an old office chair they don't need

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Wiki o Te Reo Maori

Jonathan Leask Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Tēna koutou e hoa mā! As part of our wiki o te reo Māori coverage, we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring each of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills... no pressure! Meet today's team member Jonathan Leask

… View moreTēna koutou e hoa mā! As part of our wiki o te reo Māori coverage, we're presenting a daily video mihi featuring each of our team members. This allows you, our readers, to get to know us more and judge our reo skills... no pressure! Meet today's team member Jonathan Leask

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Software Freedom Day 160917 South Library

Rik Neighbourly Lead from Cashmere

Hello, this Saturday is Software Freedom Day 2017, September 16th - www.softwarefreedomday.org... - an education celebration event from 10am to 4pm in the South Learning Centre lab of South Christchurch Library, at 66 Colombo Street, Cashmere. Access is through rear door of the building - … View moreHello, this Saturday is Software Freedom Day 2017, September 16th - www.softwarefreedomday.org... - an education celebration event from 10am to 4pm in the South Learning Centre lab of South Christchurch Library, at 66 Colombo Street, Cashmere. Access is through rear door of the building - my.christchurchcitylibraries.com...
SFD demonstrates alternative computer desktop environments like GNU/Linux and BSD - Unix operating system descendants - providing installation help for new users.
Emphasis is on computer security, extending the life of desktop and laptop hardware, discovering new creative tools and helping to improve public ICT independent skills.
Come join the community fun of Software Freedom Day this Saturday - an annual Christchurch event since 2004.
Links for more information: www.distrowatch.com... +
bethere.co.nz... +
wiki.softwarefreedomday.org... +
www.infohelp.co.nz... +
www.facebook.com...
All welcome on SFD!