Strowan, Christchurch

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

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

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1200 days ago

Mike Greer development on Harewood Road

Mike from Papanui

Did anyone else get woken up this morning by the heavy equipment operating at this site? They started at 4:45, blatantly illegal.

1198 days ago

Spring Market - New Date

Mark Hudson from Community Focus Trust

Come and join us at our Spring Market, in our Community House gardens, on Saturday 5th November 10 am - 1 pm.

A range of local stalls, music, and coffee, a great day out supporting locals.

So save this date and make sure you invite your friends and family to this community event.

So if you… View more
Come and join us at our Spring Market, in our Community House gardens, on Saturday 5th November 10 am - 1 pm.

A range of local stalls, music, and coffee, a great day out supporting locals.

So save this date and make sure you invite your friends and family to this community event.

So if you have a craft stall & would like to be part of this community event, register your interest by our Google form link below. Stall Sites are $10.00

Sites are limited (no power sites available)

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1199 days ago

IT Support / Computer Lessons

Matthew from St Albans

Hello Everyone,

My Name is Matthew Walton, I am 20 years old and am living in Christchurch. I am offering any IT Computer Lessons/Support Troubleshooting to anyone who is interested. I studied a year of Computer Science at Auckland University of Technology along with various separate IT courses … View more
Hello Everyone,

My Name is Matthew Walton, I am 20 years old and am living in Christchurch. I am offering any IT Computer Lessons/Support Troubleshooting to anyone who is interested. I studied a year of Computer Science at Auckland University of Technology along with various separate IT courses and I currently work at Noel Leeming. IT support is a strong passion of mine and would love to help anyone in need of any assistance with any Technical problems or Lessons.

This includes arriving at your home to assist with any IT/Tech issues you are currently dealing. This includes, Computers, laptops, phones, printers, TVs, monitors and more

For lessons I do 1 hour minimum and 2 hours maximum. This Includes

teaching you how to do basic or advanced computer or phone activities, sending texts or emails, downloading or uploading photos/documents, windows folder organization, setting up a Computer/TV/Laptop/Phone/Printer plus more

Please note that I am much more experienced on Window's devices rather than Apple devices, although I am still capable on Apple, it would usually take longer

I am fully Vaccinated and will be wearing a mask during the interaction

If this Interests you or someone you know you, please contact me on 0284106923 or email on matthew.walton.nz23@gmail.com with your name and what you would like.

I also have a Facebook Page for my services in more detail:

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The charges for the service are as follows:

$10 Callout Fee to your house

The IT Services and Lessons will $35 an hour for up to a maximum of 2 hours

If I cannot resolve your issue or provide a workaround to your satisfaction then only a $20 fee will be asked for (includes the Callout fee)

Thanks,
Matt

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1218 days ago

Lawn mowers wanted

Shaun from Burnside

Hello everybody i am after anyone's unwanted running or not petrol lawn mowers. Taking up room in the shed or what not. Will pick up anywhere save the hassle of going to the dump. Please message me if you have anything at all. Cheers shaun

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1199 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Attendance at meetings helps members feel a part of the fellowship. Members share how AEA has worked for them and the difference it is making in their lives. AEA holds regular online meetings and welcomes newcomers from around the world

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1200 days ago

Luxury Cruising Virtual Information Sessions

The Luxury Cruising Co.

Join Pat from the Luxury Cruising Co this September to discover a unique collection of destinations and packages!

Sessions

Europe Session Tuesday 6th September 11am River Cruising
Land Journeys, Rail Journeys, Private Jet Tours, Small Ship Cruising, Luxury Yacht Cruising.

Canada/Alaska … View more
Join Pat from the Luxury Cruising Co this September to discover a unique collection of destinations and packages!

Sessions

Europe Session Tuesday 6th September 11am River Cruising
Land Journeys, Rail Journeys, Private Jet Tours, Small Ship Cruising, Luxury Yacht Cruising.

Canada/Alaska Session on Thursday 8th September 11am
Canadian Rockies with Alaska Cruise, Eastern Canada with New England Cruise, Rockies with Rail, Rockies with Calgary Stampede

Australia on Tuesday 13th September 11am
Kimberly Small Ship Cruising, 4WD Touring, Tasmania, Luxury Wilderness Camps, Discover a wide range of options available.

Asia Session on Thursday 15th September 11am
Discover Touring and River Cruises available in Vietnam, Cambodia, Japan and South Korea

Luxury Cruising on Tuesday 20 September at 11am
An overview of Luxury Cruising Worldwide and expedition cruising in Antarctica and the Arctic

Click here to register your interest or contact 0800 214 9925
Visit https://luxurycruising.co.nz/
Register Now

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1200 days ago

Local Gig

Leanna from Bishopdale

Get ready for a great night, join the boys from Red Weekend along with special guests Cherry Red at The Darkroom, 336 St Asaph St this Thurs 1st Sept doors open at 7:30pm.
Red Weekend are known for their on Stage antics and putting on a high energy show, this is one not to be missed.
They will … View more
Get ready for a great night, join the boys from Red Weekend along with special guests Cherry Red at The Darkroom, 336 St Asaph St this Thurs 1st Sept doors open at 7:30pm.
Red Weekend are known for their on Stage antics and putting on a high energy show, this is one not to be missed.
They will be taking the stage with an all original set...and a few added classic rock covers for you to join in on.

Be there !!!

Anyone under 18yrs will need to be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

@redweekendmusic

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1200 days ago

Shooting incident in Christchurch CBD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police were alerted just after 11.15am on Tuesday (30 August) that a man has been injured in a serious incident in Christchurch central. It is believed that the man has been shot and has now been taken to the hospital.

Armed police are present around the area near the roundabout of Hereford St … View more
Police were alerted just after 11.15am on Tuesday (30 August) that a man has been injured in a serious incident in Christchurch central. It is believed that the man has been shot and has now been taken to the hospital.

Armed police are present around the area near the roundabout of Hereford St and Stanmore Rd and cordons are likely to stay in place for the afternoon while the scene examination is underway. Motorists are best to stay away from the area to avoid delays.

Police are asking for anyone with information or concerns to make contact by:
- calling 105 and quoting file number 220830/8157
- sharing information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers....

UPDATE: Cordons were lifted at 4.15pm

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1201 days ago

northern community market

Stephanie from Redwood

Fathers day is approaching fast so come on down this saturday and make a purchase at any stall and go into the draw for a mens nivea prize pack we look forward to seeing you there

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1203 days ago

Looking for Wool Yarn

Catherine from Redwood

Hi there
I work for a Before and After School Programme in the Papanui area and I am looking at teaching my young charges how to knit and produce other wool crafts. If anyone who has any odd ends of wool that they have no further use for and are will to donate, please contact me. 🧶

1203 days ago

Expect the unexpected

Stuff

Generally Famous is Stuff's new podcast in which Simon Bridges finds out what makes his generally famous - but always interesting - guests tick.

So far, Simon's had Olympian Eric Murray and digital entrepreneur Lucy Blakiston in the hot seat. And there's … View more
Generally Famous is Stuff's new podcast in which Simon Bridges finds out what makes his generally famous - but always interesting - guests tick.

So far, Simon's had Olympian Eric Murray and digital entrepreneur Lucy Blakiston in the hot seat. And there's more exciting guests to come each Wednesday.
Listen now

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1203 days ago

Good as gold!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These folks are 'salt of the earth' and deserve a gold medal for the joy they bring to their neighbourhoods.

Their neighbours have nominated them as Nice Neighbours recently, winning them a small prize and some recognition in the local papers.

If you are lucky enough to have a … View more
These folks are 'salt of the earth' and deserve a gold medal for the joy they bring to their neighbourhoods.

Their neighbours have nominated them as Nice Neighbours recently, winning them a small prize and some recognition in the local papers.

If you are lucky enough to have a Nice Neighbour, you can nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page. We can't wait to hear all about them!

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1204 days ago

**WANTED** Cash Paid for Old Sports Programmes & Sporting Memorabilia

Helen from Strowan

Can anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. … View moreCan anyone help.. My husband is looking to buy any old sporting programmes - match day magazines.. Rugby, Football, Cricket, Melbourne Cup Horse Racing, Motor Racing, Speedway, Soccer etc to add to his collection... Also any other interesting sporting memorabilia including metal badges etc etc.. Please message me or email hubby on mjbraithwaite@xtra.co.nz

1204 days ago

Don't forget Dad! Just one week to go Neigbours

The Team from NZ Compare

Whether he's a new dad, a super special father figure or a many times grandad, find the perfect present to spoil him with PriceMe.

Read our handy gift guide to get those last minute Father's Day shopping ideas, while PriceMe's easy to use cost comparison website will save you the … View more
Whether he's a new dad, a super special father figure or a many times grandad, find the perfect present to spoil him with PriceMe.

Read our handy gift guide to get those last minute Father's Day shopping ideas, while PriceMe's easy to use cost comparison website will save you the $$$!!

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1204 days ago

Clever Cantamath competitors

The Team Reporter from The Press

Cantamath returned to Christchurch on Wednesday after being postponed two years in a row due to Covid restrictions.

The normally annual mathematics competition involves students in years 6 to 10.

The winners of this year's teams competition were:

- Year 7: 1st Cobham Intermediate, … View more
Cantamath returned to Christchurch on Wednesday after being postponed two years in a row due to Covid restrictions.

The normally annual mathematics competition involves students in years 6 to 10.

The winners of this year's teams competition were:

- Year 7: 1st Cobham Intermediate, 2nd Heaton Normal School, 3rd Middleton Grange.

- Year 8: four teams reached the golden 100 points 1st Rangi Ruru, 2nd Queenspark Primary School, 3rd Christ the King School, also to reach 100 points Cobham Intermediate.

- Year 9: 1st with 100 golden points St Andrew’s College Team 1, 2nd Burnside High School Team 3, 3rd Christ’s College Team 1.

- Year 10: 1st with 100 golden points Papanui High School Team 1 (pictured), 2nd Christ’s College Team 1, 3rd Burnside High School Team 2.

The overall winners of the Cantamath Displays Competition were Jessica Ritchie (year 8 from Christ the King School) for her dynamic model and Noah Palmer (year 7 from Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto) for his dynamic model.

Congratulations to the winners and all those involved.

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