Linwood, Christchurch

151 days ago

Downsize to a Richer, Happier Life

Essie Summers Retirement Village

What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.

This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to … View more
What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.

This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with decluttering expert Peter Walsh.

When helping people to declutter, Peter never starts by focusing on the stuff itself. Every item in your home has a story, so the first step is to think about what that story is.

Maybe you’re thinking about downsizing as you approach retirement but still have all the artwork and toys and books that belonged to your now adult children, and don’t know what to do with them. Perhaps letting go of that old sports equipment means letting go of a vision you had of yourself that no longer fits who you are. Maybe you’re holding onto heirlooms you have no use for because you want to keep the memory of the person alive.

No matter what your situation is, it’s easier to declutter and downsize if you start by identifying the feelings that underlie your attachment to your stuff before tackling the stuff itself.

Click to read more.

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151 days ago

People's Choice Awards Finalists

The Team from NZ Compare

Exciting News! The finalists for the PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS in the Power, Broadband and Mobile categories have been revealed! It's a public vote, so have your say on the best retailers. Check them out now.

Your votes have made a difference, and we can't wait to celebrate the best … View more
Exciting News! The finalists for the PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS in the Power, Broadband and Mobile categories have been revealed! It's a public vote, so have your say on the best retailers. Check them out now.

Your votes have made a difference, and we can't wait to celebrate the best in the industry.

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151 days ago

Christmas in the Park - Free event

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Saturday, 25 Nov 2023, 7:30pm–10:05pm

Gather your friends and family for a fabulous FREE night of world class entertainment from some of Aotearoa's top singers, dancers and musicians. The nation's favourite Christmas celebration is topped off by a fabulous fireworks finale. The … View more
Saturday, 25 Nov 2023, 7:30pm–10:05pm

Gather your friends and family for a fabulous FREE night of world class entertainment from some of Aotearoa's top singers, dancers and musicians. The nation's favourite Christmas celebration is topped off by a fabulous fireworks finale. The perfect way to start the festive season at the happiest night of the year!

For full details see link under 'Read More'

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151 days ago

The Gift of Better Hearing

Triton Hearing

At Triton Hearing, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of better hearing to all New Zealanders. So this year, we’d like to give you the Gift of Better Hearing, to help you reconnect with the world and the people you love.

Simply get in touch to enjoy your gift of a complimentary upgrade … View more
At Triton Hearing, we are dedicated to bringing the joy of better hearing to all New Zealanders. So this year, we’d like to give you the Gift of Better Hearing, to help you reconnect with the world and the people you love.

Simply get in touch to enjoy your gift of a complimentary upgrade valued at $2,000, to enjoy even better hearing* when you purchase a new pair of hearing devices from Triton Hearing.
Find out more

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151 days ago

Wanted a white or cream long sleeved bolero for 13 year old

Betty from New Brighton

Wedding this weekend in Southland Jayne has a pretty dress which would be set off with a lovely bolero. The idea came to late to get one online.

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151 days ago

Garage Sale Sunday 26th November 10am to 2pm

Angela from Avonside - Dallington

From $1.
What a great result today, thank you to all of you who came and went away with good quality bargains! Plus I met 3 lovely new neighbours!

So we are doing it all over again this
SUNDAY 26th NOVEMBER
10am to 2pm!

Loads of kids soft toys, big kids & boys … View more
From $1.
What a great result today, thank you to all of you who came and went away with good quality bargains! Plus I met 3 lovely new neighbours!

So we are doing it all over again this
SUNDAY 26th NOVEMBER
10am to 2pm!

Loads of kids soft toys, big kids & boys toys, golf clubs, long skate boards, Sony cassette walkmans, household items, tools, furniture, appliances, plus loads loads more, vintage glassware and China and other collectables & bits n bobs, a large mahogany frame mirror, DA Lewis Pisa chair, antique gentleman’s chair, 1920’s cocktail/drinks cabinet, paintings and so much more . . .

EVERYTHING MUST GO!!!
SUNDAY 26th NOVEMBER 10am to 2pm
38 Patten Street Avonside. Park on the Street. Follow the signs up the driveway. Cheeky offers welcome.

Price: $1

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165 days ago

WACST's Program for this week on the East

Mike Gibbs from Avondale Neighbours Group

Week 43 - 2023 - ST JOHNS ALARMS
Activities on this week @ 58 Bassett Street Burwood


Monday
Tai Chi - 10am to 11am - Only $3 per person
ZUMBA - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

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Week 43 - 2023 - ST JOHNS ALARMS
Activities on this week @ 58 Bassett Street Burwood


Monday
Tai Chi - 10am to 11am - Only $3 per person
ZUMBA - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

Tuesday

Craft - 10am to Midday - Only $2 per person.
Line Dancing - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

Wednesday
Move it / Lose it - 10.30am to 11.30am - Only $3 per person.
Lecture Series
Sharon Parker from St John's will be speaking about the importance of having a personal alarm
11.45am to 12.45pm
ZUMBA - 1pm to 2 pm - Only $3 per person.

Thursday
Indoor Bowls - 10am to Midday
Walking Group - 10.30am to Midday
Euchre (Card Game)
Board Games, Cards, Table Tennis Anyone - 1pm to 3pm
Only $2 per person

Friday
Line Dancing Intermediate - 10am to 11am - Only $3 per person.
Line Dancing Beginners - 11am to Midday - Only $3 per person.
If you take both groups $5 per person.
All Welcome

* More activities added or changed from time to time, so keep an eye on the schedule:
Enquiries to Betty Chapman 3892285
Cell 0277278277
Email wacst.burwood@gmail.com
New Members Welcome
Any Questions - Just ask

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154 days ago

Oamaru stone

Sarah from Waltham

I'm wanting a piece of Oamaru stone.
Suitable for a person new to carving.
Any size / condition considered.

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153 days ago

COLLECTORS FAIR & EXHIBIT - CHRISTCHURCH

Justin from St Albans

Saturday, 18 November, 8:00am to 3.30pm

Te Hapua, Christchurch City Council Service Centre and library
341 Halswell Road
HALSWELL, CHRISTCHURCH

All sorts of Cards, postcards, stamps, ephemera and other stuff. Personally, i'll be there with an assortment of rugby cards from around the … View more
Saturday, 18 November, 8:00am to 3.30pm

Te Hapua, Christchurch City Council Service Centre and library
341 Halswell Road
HALSWELL, CHRISTCHURCH

All sorts of Cards, postcards, stamps, ephemera and other stuff. Personally, i'll be there with an assortment of rugby cards from around the world, but there'll be lots of other odd-ball (non rugby) cards there too, plus the aforementioned postcards and stamps.

Hope to see you there

163 days ago

Climate Change

Ivan from Linwood

While the wars between Ukarine/Russia & Gaza/Israel continue, I have heard no leaders/polititions etc say a word about how this sets the earth back years on any efforts to stop this. It seems like we are wasting time with agreements on lowering emissions, carbon emissions, greenhouse gas, etc, … View moreWhile the wars between Ukarine/Russia & Gaza/Israel continue, I have heard no leaders/polititions etc say a word about how this sets the earth back years on any efforts to stop this. It seems like we are wasting time with agreements on lowering emissions, carbon emissions, greenhouse gas, etc, etc, etc. Organisations like UN can't agree on anything. The 1997 Kyoto Protocol agreement, the Paris agreement, in fact all Climate change agreements are useless and the planet has been set back 100's of years while these senseless countries hammer each other into the ground destroying humanity. Has anyone heard from any climate scientists recently? The only people more silent on the subject are those that did not believe. It seems to me that no one gives a dam any more.

154 days ago

Homemade headboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Give your bedroom a fresh look with this creative bedhead project and Resene paints. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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154 days ago

GARAGE SALE NOW ON 2 DECEMBER

Julie from Avondale

We are having a huge garage sale Saturday 2 December, 8.30am till 2pm. Garage is full of boxes and furniture. DVDs, clothing & stiletto shoes size 7, wash machine, table & chairs, queen bed & mattress, fold away bed and topper mattress, fold away couch, comics and books, household … View moreWe are having a huge garage sale Saturday 2 December, 8.30am till 2pm. Garage is full of boxes and furniture. DVDs, clothing & stiletto shoes size 7, wash machine, table & chairs, queen bed & mattress, fold away bed and topper mattress, fold away couch, comics and books, household & garage items, new linen, Lots of wool- bright colours, lots of craft gear, etc. Niven St Avondale. Will put signs out Friday night 1 December. If raining the next Saturday 9 Dec. Free to take away, double bed & mattress, two and three seater couches, sofa bed.

Negotiable

154 days ago

No majority in vote to pursue Linwood Village upgrade

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Linwood Village is in desperate need of the Christchurch City Council’s long-awaited investment, community leaders say.

However, the work, which was first promised more than 10 years ago, is not likely to happen any time soon.

The village, which is centred around Stanmore Rd between … View more
Linwood Village is in desperate need of the Christchurch City Council’s long-awaited investment, community leaders say.

However, the work, which was first promised more than 10 years ago, is not likely to happen any time soon.

The village, which is centred around Stanmore Rd between Hereford and Gloucester streets, was severely affected by the 2011 earthquakes, with 60% of its commercial buildings either lost or damaged.

Plans to spruce up the area have been continually delayed and then last year the council came up with a $2m plan to make the area more welcoming and people-friendly.

However, the project is now one of 11 transport projects worth a total of $26m, under threat because Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency funding is on hold, awaiting direction from the incoming Government.

Read reporter Tina Law's full story here (subscription required).

154 days ago

New, bigger supermarket for Sumner as FreshChoice takes over

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Sumner’s SuperValue supermarket is being redeveloped and will reopen next year more than twice the size.

Construction is under way on a new building on Nayland St next to the supermarket, which is part of the Sumner Mall on the corner of Wakefield Ave.

The existing supermarket premises and … View more
Sumner’s SuperValue supermarket is being redeveloped and will reopen next year more than twice the size.

Construction is under way on a new building on Nayland St next to the supermarket, which is part of the Sumner Mall on the corner of Wakefield Ave.

The existing supermarket premises and adjacent Bottle-O liquor store will eventually be upgraded and merged into the new building going up next door.

The new L-shaped supermarket will be rebranded as FreshChoice.

Read the full story by reporter Liz McDonald here (subscription required).

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154 days ago

Two planters and a single seat

Bruce from Edgeware

Two planters at 450x450x280 in depth and a single seat, hand made and solid, further info 0221713116

Price: $150

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