Strowan, Christchurch

Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Rejuvenate or refresh the colour of concrete inside or out with Resene ConcreteWash, a wash of sheer colour that can help to warm up the look of concrete without the need to replace it.

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1714 days ago

Garage Sale - Ilam

Helen from Ilam

Garage Sale - Ilam
kitchenware, household items, games, toys, books, clothes, tents, fishing/tramping/camping gear, tools, plants and more.
Hundreds of items all priced to sell.
Saturday 10 April - 8am onwards
Bullock Place - Follow the signs

1715 days ago

Get active in autumn with Zumba!

Zumba 4 U Christchurch

The weather's cooling down but our classes are still hot!! Come along to Thursday night Zumba, 7pm at Marshland School! New faces are always welcome - no dance experience needed!

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1715 days ago

5 important learning skills for children

NumberWorks'nWords Burnside

As educators, it is important for us to instil useful learning skills in children so that they can grow, develop, and gain the necessary skills to succeed in life. At NumberWorks’nWords, we can help your child build and strengthen their learning skills through a tailored curriculum.
Check out … View more
As educators, it is important for us to instil useful learning skills in children so that they can grow, develop, and gain the necessary skills to succeed in life. At NumberWorks’nWords, we can help your child build and strengthen their learning skills through a tailored curriculum.
Check out the full blog to explore 5 important learning skills for children! ?

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1715 days ago
1715 days ago

Village Bryndwr Market Day. Meet Ilam MP Sarah Pallett!

Mary Jo from Ilam

Come along Saturday 10 April to the Village church & Community Centre from 9:30 - 11:30am, corner of Aorangi and Ilam Roads. Second hand clothes, books, household items and Koha coffee. New Ilam MP Sarah Pallett will be coming by to say hello.

1715 days ago

Nadia Lim headlines Christchurch Food Show return after Covid-19 hiatus

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

If you’re a foodie, this show is a goodie.

The Christchurch Food Show is returning to Christchurch Arena this weekend after Covid-19 cancelled the 2020 show. It will feature more than 120 exhibitors serving up a smorgasbord of unique food and drink.

The show’s stalls offer … View more
Hey neighbours,

If you’re a foodie, this show is a goodie.

The Christchurch Food Show is returning to Christchurch Arena this weekend after Covid-19 cancelled the 2020 show. It will feature more than 120 exhibitors serving up a smorgasbord of unique food and drink.

The show’s stalls offer options from cured meats to plant-based milk bases, chocolates and cheeses, to seafood sourced from the Chatham Islands, and much more.

Live guest chef performances are headlined by celebrity chef and entrepreneur Nadia Lim, along with food writer Annabelle White and cooking personality Ganesh Raj.

Will you be checking out the show this weekend?

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1715 days ago

Our monthly newsletter, Hapori, is out now for April! 📝

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This issue includes news from our members across the country, safety tips + advice, updates from our partners and more.

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1716 days ago

Wanted- Women's, Mens, Kids, Magazines

Vicki from Papanui

Registered charity NZ Gifts of Love and Strength provide care packages for victims of trauma.

Most have PTSD which means they have a short concentration span.

In our care packages we love to put a couple of magazines in for them to flick through to take their minds off things for a break.

If … View more
Registered charity NZ Gifts of Love and Strength provide care packages for victims of trauma.

Most have PTSD which means they have a short concentration span.

In our care packages we love to put a couple of magazines in for them to flick through to take their minds off things for a break.

If you have any of the following magazines still in excellent condition without any puzzles completed etc could you please get in contact with us either on our Facebook page or text Lynette 0274 682 154 or Vicki 0274 388149. Thank you:

Magazines we are in need of are:

Mind food, Good, Wellbeing
Breathe (teen and adult)
Woman and W2Woman
Nadia, Taste
Home and Garden /Your home and Garden
NZ Life and Leisure , Thrive
M2, Mens Health, The Shed
National Geographic for kids
Total Girl, Poppy
Kzone, Upstart, Wacky

We also are looking out for adult colouring in books, puzzle books like word find, crosswords etc.

We thank you for your generosity and kindness in helping creating smiles through the tears.

Free

1716 days ago

WANTED WANTED WANTED

Goldco

GOLD•COINS•WATCHES•PAINTINGS•ANTIQUES •COLLECTABLES

Family not interested? | Have you stopped collecting? | Downsizing or moving? | Lying in a cupboard unused? | Unwanted jewellery? | Would cash be more useful?

If yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers this week.… View more
GOLD•COINS•WATCHES•PAINTINGS•ANTIQUES •COLLECTABLES

Family not interested? | Have you stopped collecting? | Downsizing or moving? | Lying in a cupboard unused? | Unwanted jewellery? | Would cash be more useful?

If yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers this week. We will buy single items or complete collections.

The recent lockdown has seen many of us take the time to sort items we no longer require or simply want to turn into cash.

We are currently very short of stock and keen to buy any of these or similar items.

Please see us at any of our 18 venues in the Christchurch area.

Buying now at a venue near you deal with the specialists.

Click here for venues
Find out more

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1716 days ago

Picture Hanging & Handyman Service

Stephen from Master Multi-Tasker - Christchurch Handyman Services

Got some pictures that need hanging at your home or business?
I can help!

Here's a few I did for a local business recently (frames supplied by client) - they looked fab on the wall!

Get in touch for a free quote!

- Steve

027 408 6199

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1716 days ago

Iconic Ian Smith Dunedin Street Watercolour

Terry from Bishopdale

Painted in early 1980’s by the late renowned Dunedin artist and academic Ian Smith, this iconic Dunedin inner-city street scene will be easily recognised by those who live/have lived in this delightful southern city. Wooden frame is brown-stained and measures 59cm X 52cm.

Price: $100

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1717 days ago

Card Collectors Fair - Sunday 18 April - 67 Mandeville St, Riccarton - 9:00am -2:30pm

Justin from Fendalton

Hello all CARD COLLECTORS. A quick notice to let you know that we have a FREE Collectable Cards Fair in Christchurch on Sunday 18th April between 9:00am-2:30pm. Lots of Sales tables full of cards from around the world......gum cards, sports cards, cereal cards, cigarette cards, trade cards, … View moreHello all CARD COLLECTORS. A quick notice to let you know that we have a FREE Collectable Cards Fair in Christchurch on Sunday 18th April between 9:00am-2:30pm. Lots of Sales tables full of cards from around the world......gum cards, sports cards, cereal cards, cigarette cards, trade cards, postcards, etc, etc, etc. Card supplies also on offer...plastic pages, card sleeves and card cases. Feel free to bring along your swaps and any cards you want valued or want to sell. Hope to see you there!!

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1723 days ago

Poll: Are you a fan of the hot cross bun?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Good morning neighbours,

If you’re looking for a hot cross bun in Canterbury, your chances of biting into a dud are low.

Seven of the nation’s top 10 buns are made in Canterbury, according to 2021’s Great New Zealand Hot Cross Bun competition, run by the Baking Industry Association of … View more
Good morning neighbours,

If you’re looking for a hot cross bun in Canterbury, your chances of biting into a dud are low.

Seven of the nation’s top 10 buns are made in Canterbury, according to 2021’s Great New Zealand Hot Cross Bun competition, run by the Baking Industry Association of New Zealand.

Are you a fan of the Easter treat?

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Are you a fan of the hot cross bun?
  • 84.8% Yes
    84.8% Complete
  • 15.2% No
    15.2% Complete
617 votes
1718 days ago

Having a clear out

Tania from Strowan

Prices as marked, yell out if you have any questions!

Negotiable

1719 days ago

Easter Sunday Zumba!

Zumba 4 U Christchurch

Indulged in a few too many hot cross buns? Burn them off tonight with a fun-filled, active Zumba Fitness class, 6pm at Marshland School (11 Te Korari St)! Just bring a gold coin if it's your first time!

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