Strowan, 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!

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43 days ago
43 days ago

Police investigating after woman shot in Christchurch

The Team from Canterbury Police

Police are investigating after a woman suffered what appears to be a serious gunshot wound in Wainoni, Christchurch.

Police and ambulance were called to a Shortland Street property about 8:45pm last night, and on arrival found the woman in critical condition.

A scene guard has remained in … View more
Police are investigating after a woman suffered what appears to be a serious gunshot wound in Wainoni, Christchurch.

Police and ambulance were called to a Shortland Street property about 8:45pm last night, and on arrival found the woman in critical condition.

A scene guard has remained in place overnight, and enquiries are ongoing today to locate the person responsible, who left the scene in a vehicle.

Members of the public can expect a Police presence in the area to remain while these enquiries take place.

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43 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Christchurch

Is your weight causing you health problems?

Here are some questions to ask yourself:
​Are you always on diets but unable to stick to them?
Are you preoccupied with your weight?
Do you constantly think about food?
Can’t figure out how to stop eating?
Are you considering or have you had … View more
Is your weight causing you health problems?

Here are some questions to ask yourself:
​Are you always on diets but unable to stick to them?
Are you preoccupied with your weight?
Do you constantly think about food?
Can’t figure out how to stop eating?
Are you considering or have you had weight loss surgery?

Find out how AEA members are finding relief from addictive eating, maintaining a healthy body weight and living happy, useful lives.

What is AEA?
​Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addictive eating.

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44 days ago

Selling - USB Mosquito Killer

Garet from St Albans

www.trademe.co.nz...

Power Supply: USB Charging (built-in Battery)
Battery Properties: Rechargeable Battery
Rechargeable Battery: Lithium Battery

Brand: STNY
Battery Capacity (mAh): 1200
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www.trademe.co.nz...

Power Supply: USB Charging (built-in Battery)
Battery Properties: Rechargeable Battery
Rechargeable Battery: Lithium Battery

Brand: STNY
Battery Capacity (mAh): 1200

Length: 17.5cm/6.88 inch
Width: 13cm/5.11 inch

Price: $19.95

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44 days ago

Peonies cut this morning!

Marilyn from Northcote

We have 4 varieties fresh this morning! # Sarah bernhardt- pink with splashes of boysenberry. A large double bloom
# festiva maxima - white with flecks of boysenberry through the centre. Also a large double bloom. Limited availability.
# maestro - deep red with yellow stamen
# coral charm - pink… View more
We have 4 varieties fresh this morning! # Sarah bernhardt- pink with splashes of boysenberry. A large double bloom
# festiva maxima - white with flecks of boysenberry through the centre. Also a large double bloom. Limited availability.
# maestro - deep red with yellow stamen
# coral charm - pink with yellow stamen. Last day for these.
All of these peonys are available at all 3 sites. Oakland st. Belfast Road and island road kaiapoi.
$10 bunch of 6 stems.
Honesty box at all locations.

47 days ago

Transform pallets into a colourful portable bench with Resene!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hornby

Transform wooden pallets into a portable bench or kitchen island with Resene paints and wood stains. Find out how to make and paint your own portable bench with these easy step by step instructions.

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48 days ago

Bright Spots winners!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A big congratulations to the 2025 Resene Bright Spots winners! We are proud to announce our ten winners who have all won a $250 Prezzy card and a $250 Resene Gift card!

Deepa Keenawinna - Lower Hutt (home crafts)
Slava Voronin - Kerikeri (blossoming tree)
Sam Holliday - Paraparaumu (hot pink … View more
A big congratulations to the 2025 Resene Bright Spots winners! We are proud to announce our ten winners who have all won a $250 Prezzy card and a $250 Resene Gift card!

Deepa Keenawinna - Lower Hutt (home crafts)
Slava Voronin - Kerikeri (blossoming tree)
Sam Holliday - Paraparaumu (hot pink outdoor chair)
Chris Carlyon - Waikanae (French Bulldog painting)
Joel Bradley - Auckland (Kea painting)
Jayne Walton - Rangiora (rainbow gate
Charmaine Macpherson - Cheviot (colourful bathtab)
Adele Whittaker - Auckland (school mural)
Karan Robson - Foxton Beach (blue backdoor)
Dave Bang - Levin (native bird mural)

Take a look at their wonderful colourful entries below. A huge thank you to everyone who shared a Bright Spot in their community this year; we have loved seeing the places in your neighbourhood that bring you joy.

54 days ago

Poll: What do you think about Fonterra's deal? 🐮🥛

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fonterra is selling some of its well-known brands — including Anchor, Mainland, Fernleaf, and Kapiti Fine Foods — to French company Lactalis.

Why? Fonterra says it wants to focus on ingredients rather than consumer brands.

💭 What do you think about the move?

Keen to read more? Luke … View more
Fonterra is selling some of its well-known brands — including Anchor, Mainland, Fernleaf, and Kapiti Fine Foods — to French company Lactalis.

Why? Fonterra says it wants to focus on ingredients rather than consumer brands.

💭 What do you think about the move?

Keen to read more? Luke Malpass offers his opinion in The Press

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What do you think about Fonterra's deal? 🐮🥛
  • 6.1% Unsure - will wait to see how this affects my wallet
    6.1% Complete
  • 30.5% Sad to see Kiwi brands sold off
    30.5% Complete
  • 55.6% Against it – a loss for NZ manufacturing
    55.6% Complete
  • 7.8% For it – focusing on ingredients is the right move
    7.8% Complete
1927 votes
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49 days ago

Free..tiles

Marilyn from Northcote

Metre lengths also some that are approx 500cm white cream Grey mint. At least 2 of each colour..there is some that have 4 and 6 of same colour. There is about 30 total.About 6pm they wil be on footpath outside 32 oakland st. Off Langdons road.

Free

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49 days ago

PEONY SUPRISE!!

Marilyn from Northcote

Today 3 different varieties are now available
#Festiva maxima- white with specks of boysenberry
#Maestro-deep red with yellow stamen.
Unfortunetly these flowers will be only available for a short time with limited supply (big thanks to the weather gods!!)
#Sarah bernhardt-a big double … View more
Today 3 different varieties are now available
#Festiva maxima- white with specks of boysenberry
#Maestro-deep red with yellow stamen.
Unfortunetly these flowers will be only available for a short time with limited supply (big thanks to the weather gods!!)
#Sarah bernhardt-a big double bloom, smokey pink with flashes of boysenberry. Plenty of these flowers for the next few weeks.
#Coral charm and coral sunset are still available-possibly for next 10days.
The peonies can be found at Oakland Street Northcote, Island Road Kaiapoi (tram road end) Belfast Road about 300metres off main north road
An honesty box is at all sites.
$10 bunch of 6 stems or 3 bunches for $20
If you would like to view photos of the flowers or to find out further info on delivery,markets where they will be available please check out...
www.paddock2upeonys.com...
Thankyou..enjoy your day!

49 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Every village, every Wednesday, 10am - 3pm

Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to… View more
Every village, every Wednesday, 10am - 3pm

Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!
Find out more

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50 days ago

🚨 Scam Alert: Impersonators on Neighbourly

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve recently been made aware of individuals pretending to be Neighbourly Admin and using a forged Neighbourly logo to trick members into sharing personal information.

Please remember:
🔴 Never click on suspicious or unexpected links.
🔴 If something doesn’t feel right, reach out to … View more
We’ve recently been made aware of individuals pretending to be Neighbourly Admin and using a forged Neighbourly logo to trick members into sharing personal information.

Please remember:
🔴 Never click on suspicious or unexpected links.
🔴 If something doesn’t feel right, reach out to us directly at helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz

While Neighbourly does ask members to verify their details using document submissions, your confidential information (like bank details or spending history) should always be hidden. For verification, we only need to see:
✔️ Your name, and your residential address
✔️ The logo or header from the issuing organisation

You can learn more about how verification works here: Neighbourly Verification

Stay safe and thank you for helping keep our community secure! 💚

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51 days ago

Parihaka Day 5 November

Deborah from Bishopdale

Wed 5 Nov, 1pm - Parihaka Commemoration, World Peace Bell, Botanic Gardens
See updates on Facebook www.facebook.com... and Instagram
www.instagram.com... for ongoing information and updates. Contact parihakaotautahi@gmail.com | 021-405-039

55 days ago

Poll: 🎃 Which furry fiend deserves the Spooktober crown? 👑

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It’s time to cast your vote for Neighbourly’s Fang-tastic Pet! 🐾👻

Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
🕷 Nevado from Saint Johns – a spooky spider with serious style
👻 Munchkin from New Lynn – rocking his chillingly cute getup
🦴 Bruce from New Brighton – give… View more
It’s time to cast your vote for Neighbourly’s Fang-tastic Pet! 🐾👻

Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
🕷 Nevado from Saint Johns – a spooky spider with serious style
👻 Munchkin from New Lynn – rocking his chillingly cute getup
🦴 Bruce from New Brighton – give this ghoul a hand!
🦇 Wednesday from Trentham – representing the family in true spooky fashion

Vote for your favourite and help crown this year’s Fang-tastic Pet Champion! 🏆
The winning costume will take home a $200 Prezzy Card! 💸

🕸️ Don’t ghost us — vote now!

🎃 Which furry fiend deserves the Spooktober crown? 👑
  • 9.6% Nevado – a spooky spider with serious style
    9.6% Complete
  • 38.1% Munchkin – rocking his chillingly cute getup
    38.1% Complete
  • 37.9% Bruce – give this ghoul a hand!
    37.9% Complete
  • 14.5% Wednesday – representing the family
    14.5% Complete
544 votes
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