Sydenham, Christchurch

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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2619 days ago

Poll: Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.
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Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.

(Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print)

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Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?
  • 28.5% 20 - 30 years old
    28.5% Complete
  • 24.3% 30 - 40 years old
    24.3% Complete
  • 23.5% 40 - 60 year old
    23.5% Complete
  • 12.5% 60+
    12.5% Complete
  • 11.2% 0 - 20 years old
    11.2% Complete
456 votes
2620 days ago

More bus lanes proposed for Christchurch

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The Christchurch City Council is proposing creating bus lanes on Moorhouse Ave and Lincoln Rd, to cater for expected population growth in the southwest of the city.

Do you think they're a good idea, or will they slow down traffic too much? (Please write NFP if you don't want your comment… View more
The Christchurch City Council is proposing creating bus lanes on Moorhouse Ave and Lincoln Rd, to cater for expected population growth in the southwest of the city.

Do you think they're a good idea, or will they slow down traffic too much? (Please write NFP if you don't want your comment published on Stuff.co.nz or in print)

2619 days ago

FREE BOOKS

Matthew from Spreydon

Free Books
Free Books are available for free at 31 Mathers Rd Hoon Hay.
Open day lights hours
7 Days a week
Self Service.

2623 days ago

How do you feel about your city?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

What do you like about the Garden City? Christchurch's mood is changing as locals begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.

A quality of life survey has found Christchurch residents far more likely than those in other main centres to say their city … View more
Hi neighbours,

What do you like about the Garden City? Christchurch's mood is changing as locals begin to feel more positive about their city, new research reveals.

A quality of life survey has found Christchurch residents far more likely than those in other main centres to say their city had become a better place to live in the past year. To read more, click here.

So, what do you think of these results? What do you love about your hometown? Are there things that bother you - if so, what improvements would you like to see? Let us know in the replies! (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2620 days ago

SWAP A CAN SALE!

Dorothy from Woolston

Linwood Avenue Community Corner Trust is currently experiencing higher than usual demand for our Food Bank Service. In an effort to relieve some of the strain on our resources we are hosting a Swap A Can Sale on Wednesday October 24th from 9.30am til 11.30am at 378 Linwood Avenue.
Bring your own… View more
Linwood Avenue Community Corner Trust is currently experiencing higher than usual demand for our Food Bank Service. In an effort to relieve some of the strain on our resources we are hosting a Swap A Can Sale on Wednesday October 24th from 9.30am til 11.30am at 378 Linwood Avenue.
Bring your own bag and fill it with whatever you like from our Op Shop stock in exchange for a can of something for our Food Bank.

We appreciate your support!

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2619 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with the Resene October Sale!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene… View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to refresh your place ready for the holidays. Get 30% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers 4L and under, 30% off wallpaper, 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers and sealers, 25% of decorating accessories and 25% off the Resene cleaning range! Available at your local Resene ColorShop until 31 October 2018.

* Discount off the normal retail price. Excludes WallPrint, trade products and PaintWise levy. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Find out more

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2619 days ago

Free Confidence Ride for Adults TODAY 5pm, Riccarton House.

Connie Christensen from Go Cycle Christchurch

Ladies and Gentlemen!

Hop on your bike and join this leisurely free Spring confidence ride for adults Wednesday 24 October, 5pm start from Riccarton House.

All riders will receive free spoke reflectors or a bell!

Book your spot on 021 0277 9250 or GoCycleChristchurch@gmail.com

2620 days ago

Spotlight

Harcourts Grenadier

Absolute Waterfront "The Red Cottage" at 161 Main Road, Moncks Bay.

For more information visit: grenadier.harcourts.co.nz...

Negotiable

2620 days ago

Selwyn Street Party, 27 Oct 11am

claire.jackson@mrcpaint.co.nz from Mainland Chroma

Mark it in your calendar the Selwyn Street Party
Sat 27 Oct 11am to 3pm
351 Selwyn St
Sausage Sizzle, Gelato, Coffee, Vintage Caravan Display....
with tips and advice from the Mainland team for decorating your Bach or Caravan !

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2620 days ago

Free electric hobbs

Lisa from Somerfield

Free hobbs, pick up Barrington St

Free

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2621 days ago

Our lovely scenic region

Chris from Christchurch Central

The plunge pool on Fuschia Falls, in Hinewai Reserve over the summit road from Akaroa. There are some stunning scenic locations nearby to Christchurch; the city has its problems, but at the same time it is located so close by to peaceful beautiful places like that...

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2620 days ago

Cashmere News Diary 23Oct2018: AGM, resilience, truth

Rik Tindall from

Another year wants to close, and it is spring - time of renewal, starting again.
Community institutions under scrutiny - what can be done better?
Read the Cashmere News link for local insight:

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2622 days ago

#fiesta. Food and conversation

Sarah from Phillipstown

Come on down to the Phillipstown Community hub in nursery road.
#fiesta
Tonight at 6pm. Gold coin donation.
Yummy food and conversation.
All welcome.

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2625 days ago

Genealogy

John from Woolston

I have recently become a paid-up member of the Genealogy site MY HERITAGE and am finding it quite difficult to follow the instructions and wonder if any others are members and how they are finding the site to use. I will be interested to get any feedback. Thanks.

2621 days ago

Spring sale! One weekend only

Urban Paving

Time to spruce up the garden? Make the most of our Spring Sale and receive 20% off the retail price on all landscape and garden supplies. Natural Stone Urns and Table Tops, barks, mulches, composts, Peastraw, coloured stones, pungas, sleepers and more.

Keep the kids happy with a fundraiser … View more
Time to spruce up the garden? Make the most of our Spring Sale and receive 20% off the retail price on all landscape and garden supplies. Natural Stone Urns and Table Tops, barks, mulches, composts, Peastraw, coloured stones, pungas, sleepers and more.

Keep the kids happy with a fundraiser sausage sizzle and free concrete handcast.

One weekend only. Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th from 8am – 5pm.

Don’t need it that weekend? Come in during the sale weekend and book a delivery for another date and we will give you a 20% discount on landscape supplies.

Excludes paving and concrete products.
Find out more!

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