Somerfield, Christchurch

37 days ago

Share your summer photos! πŸ“·

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.

Share a photo in the comments below

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10 days ago

This week's cinema prize winners...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to the following members who have each won a $50 cinema voucher:

Hayley Green from Milford

Marion West from Richmond

George Bana from Island Bay

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Congratulations to the following members who have each won a $50 cinema voucher:

Hayley Green from Milford

Marion West from Richmond

George Bana from Island Bay

Sunil Vaghasiya from Tauranga

Winners, get in touch with our team here before 11th of February to claim your prize.

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11 days ago

Open Days

Essie Summers Retirement Village

FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM

Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.

Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* β€” … View more
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM

Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.

Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* β€” perfect for embracing new adventures.

*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply

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11 days ago

Backyard Awards: Best Loved Lawn winner

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!

We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.

Mark has a huge backyard so … View more
Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!

We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.

Mark has a huge backyard so during Covid times, he decided to renovate the lawn and garden just for something to do. It’s turned into a passion.

His lawn is 100% rye grass - sourced from Prebble Seeds Turf World who supply many golf courses around New Zealand. In the summer he mows it every 2-3 days, sometimes daily, and waters the lawn with a deep soak of about an hour at a time, 2-3 times a week. He uses a granular slow release lawn fertiliser and other liquid fertilisers also.

Mark shares:
'I would say the secret to getting a good lawn is consistent mowing - at least twice a week. Maybe buy a bulk bag of slow release lawn fertiliser from a wholesaler. Keep the grass longer and just take the very top off the blade when you mow. It promotes growth, thickens it up and will really help with stopping weeds - oh, and water. Expect a water bill if you want a good lawn.'

The first photo below shows the 'Before' shot, 4 years ago. Give Mark a Like on this post if you think his lawn is pretty top notch!

17 days ago

Poll: Should our summer school holidays move to February?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a debate that resurfaces each year as weather hits its peak just as kids head back to school.
Traditionally, we've paired the school holidays in NZ with the Christmas period, but would a shift to February make more sense for everyone?

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Should our summer school holidays move to February?
  • 38% Yes, February would be better
    38% Complete
  • 61.3% No, keep it as is
    61.3% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
1243 votes
18 days ago

We're looking for the...Best Loved Lawn πŸŒΏπŸŒ±πŸƒ

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).

There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most … View more
The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).

There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most Creative Backyard Build.

But this week, the category is BEST LOVED LAWN

So share a photo, or photos, in a comment below of your immaculate (or interesting!) lawn to be in to win. Winner will be announced next Monday πŸŒΏπŸŒ±πŸƒ

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11 days ago

CAB free clinics coming up – 3-7 February 2025

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.

1. Justice of the peace – Monday, 3rd - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic … View more
We have several free clinics coming up this week - see details below for JP and general Legal advice. Plus specialist advice for employment, immigration and ACC every 2 weeks and a monthly CV clinic.

1. Justice of the peace – Monday, 3rd - 9.30-12.30. Hornby community centre. Drop in clinic – 03 349 5236

2. CAB Volunteers in the Community - Tuesday, 4th - no appointment needed
- The Loft (upstairs in Eastgate Mall) - from 11- 2pm – every week
- Rolleston Community Centre (94 Rolleston Drive) – from 12-3pm – 1st Tuesday of the month - NEW LOCATION AT ROLLESTON

3. NEW SERVICE - Justice of the peace – Wednesday, 5th - 10.30-11.30. 133 Brighton Mall (entrance on Union Street, SBA office) – 03 366 6490

4. Immigration General Advice – Wednesday, 5th - 2:15pm-4:30pm. Fendalton Library – Appointment required - ring 03 351 7804

5. THURSDAY, 6TH IS A PUBLIC HOLIDAY AND WE WILL BE CLOSED.

6. Specialist clinics – held Fortnightly - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book an appointment if you need help with any of these issues.
β€’ Employment - Wednesday Evening via Zoom
β€’ Immigration Legal advice with Lawyer - Thursday Evening Hornby Community Centre
β€’ ACC Advisor by Phone (as needed)

7. CV Clinic – held monthly at Hornby Community Centre - email clinics.chch@cab.org.nz to book a place. Next clinic is Monday, 3rd March from 12.00-1.30pm

For our drop in clinics, we recommend phoning on the day to check the lawyer / JP is available.

Free

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14 days ago

Room/ Shed/ garage Wanted

Phil from Hoon Hay

Hi. I am looking for a shed or Garage to set up a wood lathe in. Happy to pay for power & rent or can swop for gardening serves as i have my own lawn mowing & Gardening business. Can call me on 0211868094. Thanks Phil

14 days ago

Toxic algae

The Team from Environment Canterbury

Toxic algae is known to bloom in awa/rivers during the warmer months, so it’s a great time for a refresher on how to spot it.

Toxic algae grows on the bottom of riverbeds and appears as thick dark brown or black mats that have a slimy or velvety texture and musty smell.

These mats can come … View more
Toxic algae is known to bloom in awa/rivers during the warmer months, so it’s a great time for a refresher on how to spot it.

Toxic algae grows on the bottom of riverbeds and appears as thick dark brown or black mats that have a slimy or velvety texture and musty smell.

These mats can come loose and wash up on the edge of the rivers, or form β€˜floating rafts’ in shallow areas. As they dry out, they turn light brown or white and look like dried leaves or cowpats.

If you are in any doubt, keep your whānau and animals away from the river.

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21 days ago

The Riddler wants to hear from you! πŸŽ‰

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Our daily riddles have been a fun way to start the day and spark some friendly competition, but we’re thinking about mixing things upβ€”and we’d love your input!

What do you enjoy most about the riddles? Is it the brain-teasing puzzles, the themed photos, or the big reveal in the afternoon?
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Our daily riddles have been a fun way to start the day and spark some friendly competition, but we’re thinking about mixing things upβ€”and we’d love your input!

What do you enjoy most about the riddles? Is it the brain-teasing puzzles, the themed photos, or the big reveal in the afternoon?

If you could tweak one thing, what would it be? Maybe you’d like harder riddles, different themes, or see riddles in a different style or format!

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩

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14 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Freed from food and exercise

I've had an eating problem as long as I can remember. I would steal food, and money to get food. I was ashamed and had no idea why I did it. As a teenager, I didn't want to be overweight, so I tried to eat healthily at first and then tried to eat as little … View more
Freed from food and exercise

I've had an eating problem as long as I can remember. I would steal food, and money to get food. I was ashamed and had no idea why I did it. As a teenager, I didn't want to be overweight, so I tried to eat healthily at first and then tried to eat as little as possible. I also exercised to control my weight. All these things stopped working by the time I was twenty-one years old.

The constant thinking about food and losing weight made me ring for help from a Twelve Step recovery group. I found people that I knew had a solution for me. I tackled the programme – meetings, a food plan, the Steps, a sponsor and service – through hard work and trying to do it perfectly.

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14 days ago

Colour your world

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

It’s simple to turn wood scraps into a work of art with the range of beach inspired Resene Colorwood wash hues. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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15 days ago

Beautiful, sweet, juicy, spray free plums $6 for 2kg

Janice from Opawa - Saint Martins

Plums available now, picked as required. $3.50 for kg or $6 for 2kgs. Pick up Reeves rd near Risingholm Txt 0273386234 to arrange a time please.

Negotiable

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15 days ago

Centaurus Combined Probus

Lynley from Hillsborough

Next Meeting 2pm, Tuesday 4th February,
Cashmere Club, 50 Colombo St (Sth)

Well, January is almost over and the new year is truly underway! Is it time to take some new steps? Are you retired or semi-retired, perhaps feeling a bit lonely and looking for the opportunity to meet new people and … View more
Next Meeting 2pm, Tuesday 4th February,
Cashmere Club, 50 Colombo St (Sth)

Well, January is almost over and the new year is truly underway! Is it time to take some new steps? Are you retired or semi-retired, perhaps feeling a bit lonely and looking for the opportunity to meet new people and try new things?

The Centaurus Combined Probus Club offers the opportunity for men and women to meet in a friendly environment. The group meets monthly at the Cashmere Club. (You do not need to be a Cashmere Club member to attend.) The Centaurus group has members from Redcliffs to Halswell as well as from across town. During the month a variety of activities are organised. Some are regular, such as the walking group, Mahjon, 10-pin bowling etc, and a dinner night at a local restaurant, and others are one-off events eg Court theatre, flower nursery tour.

The guest speaker at our next meeting is Hayley from Peacock Projects who offers assistance with clearing out and downsizing your possessions prior to moving, and helping with presenting your home for sale. This should be a very interesting talk and will be relevant to many of us!

New members are very welcome. Just show up! The first 3 visits are free. If you would like to become a member, the year's subscription is $30.00. Afternoon tea is $2.

The next meeting is Tuesday, 4th February at 2pm. It is recommended that you arrive 15-20 mins early.

15 days ago

? Walk-in Caturdays are here!

The Team from SPCA New Zealand

? Our SPCA Centers are overflowing with cats and kittens ready to find love, and we're on a mission to get them into caring homes this summer.

? Starting 25th January, SPCA is offering walk-in cat adoptions on Saturdays to help our feline friends find their forever homes. No appointment … View more
? Our SPCA Centers are overflowing with cats and kittens ready to find love, and we're on a mission to get them into caring homes this summer.

? Starting 25th January, SPCA is offering walk-in cat adoptions on Saturdays to help our feline friends find their forever homes. No appointment needed – just pop into the Centre every Saturday during opening hours until 15th March and meet your new furry companion.

*To speed things up for you on adoption day, apply online via any of the cat profiles for your local centre on www.spca.nz... so we have all your details ready to go. Dog, small animal and farm animal adoptions are still by appointment as not all are in the centre.

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