Spencerville, Christchurch

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

3292 days ago

Poll: What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?

Sarah Moore from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?

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What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?
  • 8.3% Tell a neighbour you're heading away
    8.3% Complete
  • 0.1% Set up security lights
    0.1% Complete
  • 1.7% Ask someone to collect your mail
    1.7% Complete
  • 5.4% Make sure all doors / windows are locked (including the garage!)
    5.4% Complete
  • 0.3% Unplug electronics
    0.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Create the illusion of someone being home
    4.9% Complete
  • 1% Alert your alarm company and set your alarms
    1% Complete
  • 76.8% All of the above
    76.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Something else
    1.5% Complete
1624 votes
3293 days ago

Free lounge suite 3 + 2 + 1 + otterman

Michelle from Waikuku & Waikuku Beach

Giving this very comfy well used lounge suite away. Pick up in Waikuku. Phone or text me on 0272930818

Free

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3295 days ago

Preorder Vegetables for Christmas day & unique gifts at the Kaiapoi Farmers Market

Jacqui Jeffrey from Kaiapoi Farmers Market

Exciting week at the market with yummy baking, chocolate creations, crafts, berries, fresh vegetables and free range eggs. Perfect for those who want a unique gift for friends and family. Preorder your vegetables to guarantee you get what you need for Christmas day! Saturday 9.30 - 12.30.
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Exciting week at the market with yummy baking, chocolate creations, crafts, berries, fresh vegetables and free range eggs. Perfect for those who want a unique gift for friends and family. Preorder your vegetables to guarantee you get what you need for Christmas day! Saturday 9.30 - 12.30.
Fresh delicious baking, berries, red currants, raspberries (my favourite), and stunning cross stitch creations. Free range eggs, plants, raspberries and Christmas Lilies!
Don't forget our gorgeous chocolate maker! She will have her chocolate candy canes, lots of stocking fillers and Christmas Gift boxes. Something for everyone.
Bree at the vege stall is taking orders for pick up at the market for Christmas eve. Guarantee your order and make sure you get all the locally grown fresh vegetables by preordering this weekend.
We have a wood turner with terrific wood turning products and a wood turning demonstration! Come down an see how it is done or get some tips.
All at the Kaiapoi Farmers Market Saturday 9.30 - 12.30, Charles Street, Kaiapoi (Opp New World).

3295 days ago

Where will you go?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
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Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.

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3296 days ago

Cleaning

Lynda from Kaiapoi

Can someone please recommend a cleaner who will do a bathroom ceiling?. The area isn't very big & its a smooth surface. Many thanks to all. Lynda

3296 days ago

Community Christmas Trees - Gifts For Kids Update

Sahera from Kaiapoi

A very big THANK YOU for all the amazingly generous gifts we have discovered under the trees at Kaiapoi's Westpac Bank, Library and New World.

We had some large amazing gift packs left at New World this week, some very well stocked bags hidden behind the tree at Westpac and a box of … View more
A very big THANK YOU for all the amazingly generous gifts we have discovered under the trees at Kaiapoi's Westpac Bank, Library and New World.

We had some large amazing gift packs left at New World this week, some very well stocked bags hidden behind the tree at Westpac and a box of beautiful gifts for all ages at the library...just a name a few.

Each year it blows me away how open hearted and generous people are to the kids in our community.

Keep them coming in, there are still 10 sleeps to Christmas. Remember ...

* Keep them new
* Consider the older siblings
and get them in quick!!!!

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3296 days ago

Garage sale

Mandy & Andrew from Belfast

toys, clothes,books and brick a brack most items just $1 kids are making some money for xmas holidays so we have had a clean out Pentland drive 8 til 12 saturday 17 december

Negotiable

3296 days ago

Activate

Rachel Roberts from Inspiring Communities

Inspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led … View moreInspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led development is happening across the city. Local hosts will introduce participants to projects, approaches, relationships and success factors that grow resilience, that is driven by and works for local people. And then we will take what we learn into a second day of interactive workshops. Activate is the first of its kind in New Zealand - it's going to be great - click on our link for all the details.

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3296 days ago

In Brief: A summary of today's decisions

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Every wonder what happens in council meetings? Be informed, find out what decisions were made today!

3296 days ago

How do you share the road?

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

We want people to be safe on the road, so we want to encourage you to think about how you share it. Visit CCC's Cycle Safely webpage to find out how to be safe and considerate of other road users.

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3297 days ago

Can you pour a standard drink?

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

A standard drink has 10g of pure alcohol in it. But how do you know exactly how much that is? How full should you fill the glass? Try this online tool and put your knowledge to the test.
bit.ly...
#legend

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3297 days ago

Stocking Stuffers from Night N Day

Night 'n Day Kaiapoi

Hi Kaiapoi! Lots to choose from at Night N Day for Christmas! New Arrivals Daily.


Yummy Treats and Gift Vouchers Available.


Thanks from the Team at Night N Day Kaiapoi

3298 days ago

Nominate your Neighbourhood Champion

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

We all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to… View moreWe all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to the neighbourhood champion of the month. How does it work? You can nominate a champion in your neighbourhood by emailing kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz with the story, a picture if you have one, and your neighbourhood champion's contact number or address if you have it so we can get in touch with the if they win. We will post the story and the picture on our facebook page. The story that gets the most likes that month wins the gift of thanks. Our first gift is this beautiful Pohutukawa Pendant from Paul Harris Art and Design .... perfect summer gift, and a perfect gift of thanks.

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3298 days ago

Water Conservation Tip 2:

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Shorter showers save water! Keep your shower under 5 minutes and you’ll save up to 3,700 litres of water a month! For more tips, visit ccc.govt.nz/waterwise
#waterwatch

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3298 days ago

School Holiday Program 20/21/22 Dec!

Deb from Kaiapoi

Get those last minute jobs done- or finish up your shopping! I offer super fun art/craft/games days for ages 7 and above- small group run by local artist. These groups run most school holidays and are a huge success.Bookings essential . $65 per day . 9-3pm ( early drop off /late pick up possible) … View moreGet those last minute jobs done- or finish up your shopping! I offer super fun art/craft/games days for ages 7 and above- small group run by local artist. These groups run most school holidays and are a huge success.Bookings essential . $65 per day . 9-3pm ( early drop off /late pick up possible) email or ring for more info and bookings.Art studio is in Clarkville- just north of Belfast Ph 3272793 /0274978130 or email debw244@gmail.com
I am away for part of this week so email or cell best at this stage- I still have a couple of places left...

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