Upper Riccarton, Christchurch

2752 days ago

Heavenly sharpening

Andre from Bryndwr

If your kitchen knives needs sharpening I can help.

www.neighbourly.co.nz...

2752 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Resources

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

Want to promote National Volunteer Week? 🎉

We have loads of amazing resources on the NVW website, to help you run your own campaign! Check out the link for more details.

National Volunteer Week celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who volunteer in our communities every year. The theme for … View more
Want to promote National Volunteer Week? 🎉

We have loads of amazing resources on the NVW website, to help you run your own campaign! Check out the link for more details.

National Volunteer Week celebrates the 1.2 million Kiwis who volunteer in our communities every year. The theme for 2018: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai, captures the essence of the volunteering spirit and the essential link between volunteers and the communities who benefit from their generosity. The event will run from June 17-23, 2018.

#NVW2018

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2753 days ago

Has winter arrived at your place?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Brr. Are you feeling the winter chill in Canterbury yet? We got another sprinkling of snow about the South Island today. Did you get any snow at your place? What are your tips and tricks for keeping warm on a snow-day? Let us know in the replies! For weather news, click here. … View more
Hey neighbours,

Brr. Are you feeling the winter chill in Canterbury yet? We got another sprinkling of snow about the South Island today. Did you get any snow at your place? What are your tips and tricks for keeping warm on a snow-day? Let us know in the replies! For weather news, click here. (Photo is of Queenstown)

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2753 days ago

One dead after suspicious house fire in suburban Christchurch

Jo Gilbert Reporter from The Press

Police are at the scene of a suspicious house fire where a person has died in suburban Christchurch.

A police spokeswoman said they were called to the suspicious blaze at the Caulfield Ave, Halswell home just after 12.30pm on Wednesday.

Detective Senior Sergeant Gregg Cottam said police and … View more
Police are at the scene of a suspicious house fire where a person has died in suburban Christchurch.

A police spokeswoman said they were called to the suspicious blaze at the Caulfield Ave, Halswell home just after 12.30pm on Wednesday.

Detective Senior Sergeant Gregg Cottam said police and fire crews found a person dead at the home. The cause of death was "unexplained" at this stage, he said.

Christchurch metro area commander David Stackhouse said two fire crews from Wigram and Spreydon attended the blaze.

He said the blaze was described as a "smouldering fire" and was extinguished not long after arrival.

The cause of the fire was unknown. Police and fire investigators would investigate, he said.

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2757 days ago

Cashel St block shaping up with 50 businesses for new buildings

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Fifty new businesses could be trading from a single block of Christchurch's Cashel St by this time next year, as construction surges ahead on the street.

Tenants including fashion and food and drink businesses have signed up for space in several new buildings going up between Ballantynes … View more
Fifty new businesses could be trading from a single block of Christchurch's Cashel St by this time next year, as construction surges ahead on the street.

Tenants including fashion and food and drink businesses have signed up for space in several new buildings going up between Ballantynes and the Bridge of Remembrance.

Click the link below to find out more and tell us what businesses you hope move to central Christchurch.

2753 days ago

One dead after suspicious house fire in suburban Christchurch

Jo Gilbert Reporter from The Press

Police are at the scene of a suspicious house fire where a person has died in suburban Christchurch.

A police spokeswoman said they were called to the suspicious blaze at the Caulfield Ave, Halswell home just after 12.30pm on Wednesday.

Detective Senior Sergeant Gregg Cottam said police and … View more
Police are at the scene of a suspicious house fire where a person has died in suburban Christchurch.

A police spokeswoman said they were called to the suspicious blaze at the Caulfield Ave, Halswell home just after 12.30pm on Wednesday.

Detective Senior Sergeant Gregg Cottam said police and fire crews found a person dead at the home. The cause of death was "unexplained" at this stage, he said.

Christchurch metro area commander David Stackhouse said two fire crews from Wigram and Spreydon attended the blaze.

He said the blaze was described as a "smouldering fire" and was extinguished not long after arrival.

The cause of the fire was unknown. Police and fire investigators would investigate, he said.

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2753 days ago

Mobile PC Laptop Repair Avonhead

Pankaj Gupta from Tes Limited ( Computer Store )

Mobile PC Laptop Repair Avonhead
Ex Lease PC laptop Gaming PC Parts
Shop Online - 6 Weeks Laybuy
Shop 6 , 104 Staveley Street, Avonhead

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2753 days ago

Change of date for Men2Cook class

John from Riccarton Community Hub

The new Men2Cook class will now start on Thursday, 14 June. This updates the item below. All other details are the same.
www.riccarton.org.nz...

2753 days ago

Winter

Tracy Pleasants from

It's that time of the year when we're seeing plenty of winter-related issues! If you need a plumber, drainlayer, gasfitter or electrician to service cooking or heating appliances, repair burst pipes, repair hot water cylinders, roof leaks, spouting or drains, give us a call 343-0763.

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2753 days ago

Bay Leaves for sale - $5 (50+ leaves per bag)

Ange from Burnside

**Bag of 50+ bay leaves**

*Home grown and dried.

*Great flavor- I use these all the time. They're great with sage and rosemary when roasting spuds.

Private Message me if you're interested

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**Bag of 50+ bay leaves**

*Home grown and dried.

*Great flavor- I use these all the time. They're great with sage and rosemary when roasting spuds.

Private Message me if you're interested

Pick up Burnside, Christchurch

$5

Price: $5

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2754 days ago

Dog registration strips or discs?

The Team from Christchurch City Council

What type of tag would your doggo like this year?
Let us know when you register your pup and a new tag will be on its way soon!
Find out how you can register today bit.ly...

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2753 days ago

Almost Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Heart Diseases.

Jan Tedesco from NW WEA - a branch of CWEA

Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 8th June, to listen to Professor Vicky Cameron's talk "Almost Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Heart Diseases"
Her talk starts at 10.30am
Everyone is welcome - … View more
Come along to Chapel Street Church Hall, on the corner of Harewood Road and Chapel Street, Papanui this Friday, 8th June, to listen to Professor Vicky Cameron's talk "Almost Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Heart Diseases"
Her talk starts at 10.30am
Everyone is welcome - just sign in at the door with your name and phone number, pay $4 and enjoy. If you come at 10am you can have a tea or coffee and a biscuit first.

2754 days ago

Men2Cook class starting second course

John from Riccarton Community Hub

The Men2Cook class in Riccarton has been so successful, a second course is about to start on Thursday.
The course, instructed by chef Paul Meek, has run at Riccarton Baptist Church for the past six weeks, and participants have been highly enthusiastic at what they've learned and the skills … View more
The Men2Cook class in Riccarton has been so successful, a second course is about to start on Thursday.
The course, instructed by chef Paul Meek, has run at Riccarton Baptist Church for the past six weeks, and participants have been highly enthusiastic at what they've learned and the skills they've gained.
The aim of the course is to help men learn to cook tasty, hearty and healthy meals on a budget. A bonus each week is sharing together what they've created.
For more information, or to register, contact Paul on 027 488 069, or Carol Renouf on 027 282 0693.

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2754 days ago

Winter storm to hit the city

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Winter is well and truly here! From midnight tonight, a wintry storm could bring cold wind gusts and snow to parts of the Port Hills and Banks Peninsula.
Read more on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2762 days ago

Study highlights 'giant' issue of poor oral health for ageing Kiwis

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Decaying teeth and poor oral hygiene among older people, especially those in residential care, is a major public health problem that's only going to worsen, a leading researcher says.

Is this a concern for you? Read more on this issue by clicking the link below and let us know your thoughts… View more
Decaying teeth and poor oral hygiene among older people, especially those in residential care, is a major public health problem that's only going to worsen, a leading researcher says.

Is this a concern for you? Read more on this issue by clicking the link below and let us know your thoughts in the comments section.

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