Phillipstown, Christchurch

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42 days ago

Crocky

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

“My name’s Crocky... the nickname I've had my whole life. When I was six I had a possum skin hat like the American folklore hero Davy Crockett. I never wanted to take off the hat.
Where I feel most at home is the Southern Lakes where I was born, but I had my school years in Christchurch … View more
“My name’s Crocky... the nickname I've had my whole life. When I was six I had a possum skin hat like the American folklore hero Davy Crockett. I never wanted to take off the hat.
Where I feel most at home is the Southern Lakes where I was born, but I had my school years in Christchurch after my mum moved here when my parents divorced.
I buggered off overseas in the 2000’s, at one point I lived in New York. In the last 10 years I lived in Wellington, it had everything of a big city but like a small village, everything is accessible. Now I'm back again in Christchurch.
I squirrelled and saved and saved and just brought my first home. It's a new build with a vintage feel. I try and get around on my electric motorbike or my push bike, makes me feel like I'm on a mission. It's the best way to see the city. I feel bad using a car when I'm the only one in it. I like going tramping and nature is really good for me.
My biggest thing at the moment; I have an addiction to thrift shopping. I think thrifting is so cool - there's a real market for it, you know what you're looking for and it's great for reselling stuff that's already been created. I have a full time job that's stable so it’s kinda become a bit of a side hustle.
I'm currently collecting digital cameras. I have about 15, op shops think they are no good as everyone is using their phones. I source the chargers and clean the cameras up and sell them on and give them new life. Everyone's going back to the Y2K era for nostalgic reasons, the noise of them clicking a photo - very cool.”

- Crocky

View more stories, or nominate someone: @humansofchch
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42 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is always held on the 3rd Sunday, which … View more
Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.

The Event is always held on the 3rd Sunday, which is this Sunday 17 March, except in September and December where it falls on the 4th Sunday of the month.


ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.

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42 days ago

We've got March savings for you neighbours!

Resene

Refresh your interior, get wallpapering, finish your floor, do your deck, fancy up your fence or re-stain your exterior… or you can do them all!

Bring out the best in your home with 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops! Come in and … View more
Refresh your interior, get wallpapering, finish your floor, do your deck, fancy up your fence or re-stain your exterior… or you can do them all!

Bring out the best in your home with 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops! Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop for expert advice and great savings.
Find out more

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43 days ago

Think you know where NZ's biggest pothole is?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff is on the hunt for the biggest potholes in New Zealand and the list is growing. Got a local pothole doing your head in? Share it on Stuff!

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44 days ago

Easter Gift Guide 2024

The Team from NZ Compare

Hop into Easter with our Gift Guide 2024! Whether you're spoiling the grandkids or surprising your closest pals, we've gathered delightful gifts to make this Easter memorable.

Explore now and find the perfect treasures to cherish the season with those you love. Don't leave it to … View more
Hop into Easter with our Gift Guide 2024! Whether you're spoiling the grandkids or surprising your closest pals, we've gathered delightful gifts to make this Easter memorable.

Explore now and find the perfect treasures to cherish the season with those you love. Don't leave it to the last minute – start shopping now from the comfort of your couch!

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45 days ago

You're invited to join the Resene wallpaper experts for an evening of wallpaper!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Learn about the latest trends in wallpaper

See the latest collections

Get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper

It's free to attend.

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Learn about the latest trends in wallpaper

See the latest collections

Get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper

It's free to attend.

Choose whichever of these dates suits you best.

Hornby Resene ColorShop
278 Main South Road, Hornby

Monday 18 March 5.30pm - 8pm

If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to hornby.colorshop@resene.co.nz


Tower Junction Resene ColorShop
Unit 9, 4 Troup Drive, Christchurch

Tuesday 19 March 5.30pm - 8pm


If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to towerjunction.colorshop@resene.co.nz


Lichfield Street Resene ColorShop
234 Lichfield Street, Christchurch

Wednesday 20 March 5.30pm - 8pm


If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to lichfieldst.colorshop@resene.co.nz


Rangiora Resene ColorShop
83 Victoria Street, Rangiora

Thursday 21 March 5.30pm - 8pm


If you’d like to attend this free wallpaper evening, please RSVP to rangiora.colorshop@resene.co.nz

We look forward to seeing you!

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46 days ago

Panasonic 55” plasma 3D TV with DVD player & surround sound (with free 40” Logic TV)

Shannay from Linwood

Selling as was part of the house sale but is surplus to our needs. TV & DVD player work, unsure about all speakers of surround sound set but according to solicitor, it does.

Price: $500

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47 days ago

Large quality planter

Bruce from Edgeware

Detailed quality planter 650 square x300 depth I have a pair $90 each or $160 for two, ideal for small trees!

Price: $90

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48 days ago

Celebrating International Women's Day

Melissa Thompson from The Tree People

Happy International Women's Day to all the phenomenal women out there.
Today we celebrate women in arboriculture and beyond!
For your strength, resilience and inspiration, thank you for your passion, dedication, expertise, leadership and determination in shaping the canopies of our … View more
Happy International Women's Day to all the phenomenal women out there.
Today we celebrate women in arboriculture and beyond!
For your strength, resilience and inspiration, thank you for your passion, dedication, expertise, leadership and determination in shaping the canopies of our communities.

Here's our Ruby, and in addition to being an absolute all-round legend she's also #1 in the World for Speed Climb!
#legend

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48 days ago

Happy International Women's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Today, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.

Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.

Don't forget to use NZ Compare to … View more
Today, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.

Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.

Don't forget to use NZ Compare to brighten your household bills!

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48 days ago

Ryman Care - Your Free Guide

Essie Summers Retirement Village

Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.

At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home … View more
Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.

At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home care, and most also offer hospital and specialist dementia care.

Our assisted living apartments are in the heart of the village and include services like housekeeping and chef-prepared meals to make life easier.

Discover the kindness and comfort of Ryman care, request your free copy today.

Click read more for your free guide.

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48 days ago

Laundry love

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lichfield Street

Banish plastic and add style with painted cane and wicker baskets in your laundry in your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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49 days ago

A note about community mail theft

The Team from Canterbury Police

Please follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
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Please follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
✉️ Install security cameras and/or security camera messaging near your letterbox or front of property
✉️ Where practical, consider click and collect over delivery
✉️ Send parcels to a work address or ensuring you're home when they arrive
✉️ Contact Police (111 for immediate issues or 105 if it is after the fact) if you see people loitering around vehicles or looking into car windows
✉️ Engage in neighbourhood groups so more people can keep an eye out for suspicious activity

These tips are being shared after a 44-year-old woman will appear in Pukekohe District Court on 28 March charged with theft.
An alleged mail thief in the Pukekohe area has hand-delivered herself into Police, following assistance from the community.
Counties Manukau South Senior Sergeant MJ Riddle says Police were aware of locals discussing a mail theft on social media. A report was made to Police at the time in January and had included enough detail including CCTV footage and a vehicle of interest. Following Police enquiries, the woman has brought herself into the Pukekohe Police Station a few days later.

“This is a great result for the community and a timely reminder to the public to continue reporting any thefts from letterboxes.”
Senior Sergeant Riddle says
“Our community should be able to receive parcels and mail without concern of interference but unfortunately there are people in our communities who take advantage of opportunities to commit thefts from mail boxes and front porches."

“We encourage anyone who has been the victim of dishonesty offending to report it as soon as possible,” she says."

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49 days ago

Simpson Dishwasher in very good condition

Gill from Sydenham

Model Suspencio 850. I do not know the age as it was installed before I bought the property and I have been using for eighteen months and always functions well.Upgrading the kitchen. Width and depth is 600 mms and height is620mms. A small piece of the cutlery holder is missing but doesn’t make … View moreModel Suspencio 850. I do not know the age as it was installed before I bought the property and I have been using for eighteen months and always functions well.Upgrading the kitchen. Width and depth is 600 mms and height is620mms. A small piece of the cutlery holder is missing but doesn’t make any difference to the wash cycle.
Purchaser must pick up from Sydenham.

Price: $50

49 days ago

“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.”

Leslie from Avonside - Dallington

This is the true meaning of kindness - Family remember Life Guard & offer him a home 'I wanted to cry': Amputee no longer homeless thanks to Stuff reader
For the first time in almost a year, an amputee who was living in a garage has secure housing.

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