Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

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

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

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2688 days ago

Video: Is it OK to park your car in someone's driveway?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Chistchurch,

Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" … View more
Hi Chistchurch,

Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" Click here to read his reasons why.

So what are your thoughts on the topic? Do you agree or disagree with our reporter? Let us know your parking experiences in the replies!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

2682 days ago

Do you support the teachers' strike?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. Although about 30,000 people in the profession are involved in the strike, not everyone agrees with it.

So, what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think teachers deserve better pay? Or should they have stayed around the negotiating table for longer? Are you a teacher or parent with views on the topic? 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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2680 days ago

Donations 'd'light' charity

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Thanks to everyone who donated at the Botanic D'Lights events last week! $70,000 was raised for Christchurch's Nurse Maude Hospice.
For more, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2680 days ago

Someone to recover lampshade

Anne from Burnside

I would love for someone to help me recover a lamp shade as I have lost the confidence to do it myself ! I have all the materials - acetate and material and the original lamp shade is still on the standard lamp so I’m half way there !

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2681 days ago

RUSSELL IS HOME!!

Pip from Bryndwr

It is with a happy heart - Russell came home after 18 days of being lost

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2681 days ago

Woodcrafter wanted for 4 items

Andrea from Aidanfield

Hi there,
Please see pictures - would someone on here be able to build me these items? I plan to pay a proper price, but it would be really cool if someone local could build them for me. The first picture is a set of shelves that you can take apart, and the third I'm meaning the boxes. … View more
Hi there,
Please see pictures - would someone on here be able to build me these items? I plan to pay a proper price, but it would be really cool if someone local could build them for me. The first picture is a set of shelves that you can take apart, and the third I'm meaning the boxes. I'm wanting one set of shelves, 3 business card holders and 3 or 5 of the boxes (depending on price). Thanks!

2683 days ago

Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.

2682 days ago

Teachers Strike

Brian from Bryndwr

Why is the government allowing teachers to strike? Surely "Education is the doorway to the future". The government states that they have no more money. What do businesses do when they wish to invest for their future profitability - they borrow. Let us tell them its okay to borrow if we … View moreWhy is the government allowing teachers to strike? Surely "Education is the doorway to the future". The government states that they have no more money. What do businesses do when they wish to invest for their future profitability - they borrow. Let us tell them its okay to borrow if we are investing in our children's future. The alternative is greater unemployment in the future. What do you want?

2681 days ago

PM joins women’s suffrage celebration

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Christchurch, the birthplace of the suffrage movement in New Zealand, will host the 125th anniversary of women's suffrage celebrations here next month.
For more on the special event, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2681 days ago

Get one third of your school donation back. It's easy!

Luke from Schoolrebates.co.nz

Have you paid a donation to a school in the last 5 years?

Did you know you can claim one third of this back? We've helped thousands of parents just like you get back their school donation rebate, easily, quickly and online. We can get lost receipts for you too!

To date … View more
Have you paid a donation to a school in the last 5 years?

Did you know you can claim one third of this back? We've helped thousands of parents just like you get back their school donation rebate, easily, quickly and online. We can get lost receipts for you too!

To date we've refunded over $700,000 to Kiwi parents and know that there are millions still to go.

Watch the video below to see how it works.

Here is what happy parents have had to say:

"Many thanks!! The refund is now in my account!! Thank you for making this process so easy and straightforward!!"

"Wow that's fantastic. You guys rock!! Excellent service, really wrapped with that. Thanks so much :-) will totally spread the word."

Check out our Frequently Asked Questions. We'd love to help you next.
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2681 days ago

Nature up close at Canterbury Museum

Canterbury Museum

Erlend Haarberg snapped this pair of mountain hares scrapping over food one night in Norway. His arresting image is on display now at Canterbury Museum alongside almost 100 others as part of the exhibition ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’.

The photographs, which are on loan from … View more
Erlend Haarberg snapped this pair of mountain hares scrapping over food one night in Norway. His arresting image is on display now at Canterbury Museum alongside almost 100 others as part of the exhibition ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’.

The photographs, which are on loan from London’s Natural History Museum, showcase the incredible diversity of the natural world and tell important conservation stories. ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ is free to visit, and it’s on until 18 November.
Find out more!

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2682 days ago

Want to Help?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

We still have spaces for volunteers at our North Branch (Fendalton Library) for the training course starting in September. If you have some spare time and are:
• interested in people information and issues
• able to listen
• open minded
• keen to learn
• eager to help others
• … View more
We still have spaces for volunteers at our North Branch (Fendalton Library) for the training course starting in September. If you have some spare time and are:
• interested in people information and issues
• able to listen
• open minded
• keen to learn
• eager to help others
• confident using a computer
• interested in researching to find things out
then you are a potential CAB Volunteer. If you would like further information, please call us on 0800 367 222 or email manager.cabchch@gmail.com

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2682 days ago

Car parking for good

Kamala Hayman Reporter from The Press

Gap Filler is turning an unused site in the central city into a car park. Profits will be go towards community projects such as free cycle maintenance workshops. A great idea and so handy for the Margaret Mahy playground, Isaac Theatre Royal and New Regent St.

2682 days ago

Ilam & Upper Riccarton Residents Association Meeting

Steve Neighbourly Lead from Upper Riccarton

IURRA Meeting tonight 15 August at the Ilam Homestead at 5.30 p.m. We have Kelly Phillips a post grad law student to talk about her research and on going issues she has relating to the University Car Parking at 6.00 p.m. EVERYONE WELCOME TO ATTEND RSVP to sue.mcm@xtra.co.nz

2682 days ago

UC Research Participants Needed

Hadley from Ilam

Hi Neighbours

A few weeks ago I made a post looking for participants for some research I am conducting into work family diversity in the New Zealand workforce. I am still looking for participants to complete my survey and would hugely appreciate your support if you haven't completed the … View more
Hi Neighbours

A few weeks ago I made a post looking for participants for some research I am conducting into work family diversity in the New Zealand workforce. I am still looking for participants to complete my survey and would hugely appreciate your support if you haven't completed the survey yet. Participants are required to work 20+ hours a week and live in New Zealand. If you are interested, more information is provided on the home page of the survey, which you can see by clicking the following link:

canterbury.qualtrics.com...

A final note, the use of family for this survey includes partners with no children. Thank you for your consideration, and feel free to pass the survey onto your friends, family, or colleagues if they meet the criteria. If you have any questions feel free to contact me at hadley.anderson@pg.canterbury.ac.nz

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