Kennedys Bush, Christchurch

Seen anything suspicious lately?

Seen anything suspicious lately?

Share it with your neighbours here.

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58 days ago

Christchurch Mooncake Festival 2025 on this Sat

May from Hoon Hay

Come along to celebrate the Mooncake Festival this Sat Oct 11 from 5pm. Refer to link to Event details.

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59 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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60 days ago

🌿 BEFORE / AFTER – Roadside garden upgrade

Guillaume from AEGIS HANDYMAN SERVICES

From overgrown and cluttered to clean, blooming, and well-kept—this garden got the Aegis touch.
Work by Aegis – Local handyman services across Christchurch, Banks Peninsula & Akaroa.
🌸 Pruning, cleaning, planting, and upkeep: tidy, lasting, and inviting.

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60 days ago

🧱 BEFORE / AFTER – Wall repair

Guillaume from AEGIS HANDYMAN SERVICES

From cracked and punctured to smooth and seamless—restored with care and precision.
Work by Aegis – Local handyman services across Christchurch, Banks Peninsula & Akaroa.
🔧 Skilled in repairs, painting, and long-lasting finishes

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60 days ago

Mahoe Reserve Bioblitz: A Nature Search for the Great Southern Bioblitz

Lincoln Envirotown Coordinator from Lincoln Envirotown

🔍🦋 Join Canterbury Museum in the search for various species at the Mahoe Native Reserve in Lincoln as part of the Great Southern Bioblitz. You'll be on the hunt for anything that flies, grows, crawls and hides! The Great Southern BioBlitz is an opportunity for all countries in the … View more🔍🦋 Join Canterbury Museum in the search for various species at the Mahoe Native Reserve in Lincoln as part of the Great Southern Bioblitz. You'll be on the hunt for anything that flies, grows, crawls and hides! The Great Southern BioBlitz is an opportunity for all countries in the Southern Hemisphere to record organisms during Spring and showcase their beautiful biodiversity to the world.

Event Details:
🗓️ Saturday, 25th October
⏰ 2 pm - 4 pm
📍 Mahoe Native Reserve, Boundary Road, Lincoln


What to Expect:
Get a close-up look at the creatures you find with our digital microscope connected to a monitor.

🦋 Our expert volunteers will be equipped with butterfly nets, beating sheets, and soil sieves to help collect and identify species from every corner of the reserve.

We are hoping to also offer you the chance to:

💧 Participate in hands-on water quality testing and learn about the life in our waterways.

🌱 Discover what lies beneath our feet with soil exploration activities that reveal the hidden system supporting us.

📱 Download the iNaturalist application to your handheld device before attending to contribute your findings to the Great Southern Bioblitz 2025.

✅ Children's University learning destination - bring passports!

✅ All equipment provided - just bring your curiosity!

✅ Suitable for all ages and experience levels

We look forward to an enjoyable free afternoon as we contribute to citizen science and learn about our local biodiversity! Booking is not required, just come along



Our Sponsors

A big thank you to our wonderful sponsors! We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors, Rata Foundation, Selwyn District Council, COGS, Lottery Community, Lincoln University, Creative Communities Scheme, Lincoln Community Trust, Lincoln Community Committee, and Canterbury Museum.

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61 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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67 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the … View more
The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the challenges ahead.

Want to read more? Andrea Vance shares her opinions here.

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Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸
  • 18.8% Yes
    18.8% Complete
  • 76.4% No
    76.4% Complete
  • 4.7% No opinion
    4.7% Complete
1370 votes
66 days ago

Selection of woodworking planes, Spokeshaves.

Robert from Tai Tapu

Record No 4 plane – Excellent condition


The Stanley 220 block plane is an effective, versatile tool for tasks like end-grain trimming and joinery cleanup. It has simple adjustments and durable, cast-iron construction with a precision-ground sole. The plane's cutter features high-carbon … View more
Record No 4 plane – Excellent condition


The Stanley 220 block plane is an effective, versatile tool for tasks like end-grain trimming and joinery cleanup. It has simple adjustments and durable, cast-iron construction with a precision-ground sole. The plane's cutter features high-carbon alloy steel for clean, precise cuts. The cutter is set at a 21-degree angle for cross-grain planning.

"Plane No. 101" most commonly refers to a small, non-adjustable block plane produced by the Stanley company from 1877 to 1962, designed for detailed woodworking, model making, and light household repairs. The No. 101 is known for its compact size, light weight, and ability to provide precise shaving for tasks like trimming edges and fitting joints. It's a versatile tool for finer woodworking and is also the namesake for other, similar small planes made by different brands.
Key characteristics and uses of the Stanley No. 101 plane: Size: It's a small, compact block plane, making it ideal for detailed and precise work. Adjustability: The original Stanley No. 101 is non-adjustable, meaning the blade is manually positioned and held in place by a lever cap and a locking screw. Applications: It's particularly useful for: Model Making: Crafting and shaping small-scale models. Musical Instrument Making: Shaping and fine-tuning components like braces inside guitars. Light Woodworking: Trimming edges, chamfering, and making small repairs to furniture. End Grain: The low angle bevel-up design is excellent for planning end grain. Design: It lacks a rear handle (tote) found on larger planes, allowing for greater flexibility of movement and easier control with the fingers. Evolution: The design of the No. 101 changed slightly from its original 1877 appearance to the more familiar version by 1888.
Small Bronze Spokeshave - This Spokeshave is based on a tool that has not been available since Edward Preston and Sons went out of business in the 1930’s. Lightweight but solid. Redesigned for fine, precise shaping work in all woods. This one is possible craftsman made at a non-ferrous foundry in the UK, where these tools have come from.
Small Aluminium Spokeshave – This one to, is likely to have been made/cast at the same non-ferrous foundry in the UK, using an exciting pattern or just making a pattern to suit.

Negotiable

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74 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Bird of the Year ... voting is open!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

For two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.

Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats … View more
For two decades, Aotearoa’s favourite feathery showdown has crowned our top bird ... and the competition has never been fiercer.

Behind the fun is a serious mission. Many of New Zealand’s native species are in serious trouble. Bird of the Year raises awareness of their habitats, the threats they face, and how we can protect our feathered taonga. Important work that we love seeing!

Who was last year’s champ? 🏆 The Yellow-eyed penguin, one of the world’s rarest penguins. But this year, Neighbourly is keeping a close eye on another ocean wanderer: the Tītī (Cook’s petrel).

Who is getting your vote this year? 🐦💛

🗳 Voting closes: Sunday 28 September
🏅 Winner announced: Monday 29 September

We hope this brings a smile!

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66 days ago

October Halswell Community Newsletter out now

Keri Glassenbury from Halswell Community Project

Paper copies available from Halswell Community hub, Halswell New World, Wigram New World, Te Hāpua and Hells Pizza Wigram

66 days ago

Your plasma can help treat someone’s cancer

NZ Blood

The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View more
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in need. But it’s in high demand.

Please help someone start their new life today.Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Book to donate

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67 days ago

Free up your time for what matters.

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

With daily chef prepared meals, housekeeping and more, Ryman serviced apartments free up your time for what really matters - family, catching up with an old friend, or simply your favourite book.

We have serviced apartments available now - find a village near you.
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75 days ago

Poll: How confident are you feeling about our economy right now?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).

(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)

Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down … View more
We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).

(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)

Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down a bit, the Neighbourly Team are keen to hear from you: how are you feeling about it all?

Summer’s coming, and holidays are on the horizon … should we be focusing on the future rather than the past quarter? Or is this dip in the road a real concern?
Share your thoughts in the comments!

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How confident are you feeling about our economy right now?
  • 17% Confident – momentum is building
    17% Complete
  • 10.5% Meh – feeling neutral about it
    10.5% Complete
  • 31.9% Not confident – global pressures are biting
    31.9% Complete
  • 40.6% Concerned – this feels serious
    40.6% Complete
2437 votes
68 days ago

Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day, this Sunday

Summerset Retirement Village

If you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.

If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love… View more
If you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.

If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love the Summerset life.

We can’t wait to welcome you on Sunday 5 October from 10am – 2pm.
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69 days ago

Decor tray for sale

Lynda from Halswell

decoupage glass coffee table decor tray
comes empty for you to style in your own home
$50

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