Waltham, Christchurch

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

3053 days ago

Unleashed dogs a risk for Port Hills lambs

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Tracks don't close for lambing and the next four to five weeks are the most crucial time for new lambs. Make sure you keep your dog on a leash - and spread the word with your neighbours.

Read more here at Newsline

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3053 days ago

Christchurch Arts Festival 2017

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Experience the stories and skills of a wide range of artists who will come to Christchurch in 2017 for this year’s Christchurch Arts Festival. Artists have come from places as diverse as China, Mexico, Denmark, the UK, South Korea, Sweden, Germany, Australia and our home-grown talent. We can’t … View moreExperience the stories and skills of a wide range of artists who will come to Christchurch in 2017 for this year’s Christchurch Arts Festival. Artists have come from places as diverse as China, Mexico, Denmark, the UK, South Korea, Sweden, Germany, Australia and our home-grown talent. We can’t wait! Go to www.artsfestival.co.nz... to find out more #gowild #chchartsfest

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3053 days ago

Report outlines multi-use arena costs

Media Team from Christchurch City Council

Have a look at the results of the pre-feasibility study on a multi-use arena for Christchurch.
Read more at Newsline: bit.ly...

3053 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View more
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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3058 days ago

Aurora australis

Chris from Linwood

Hi all, solar conditions were favourable to produce auroral displays last night, but Chch was clouded over at 9pm so I thought I'd just get into bed about 11pm - a quick glance out the window at 11 however and I could see stars in the southern sky, so I popped out to Motukarara and started … View moreHi all, solar conditions were favourable to produce auroral displays last night, but Chch was clouded over at 9pm so I thought I'd just get into bed about 11pm - a quick glance out the window at 11 however and I could see stars in the southern sky, so I popped out to Motukarara and started snapping away at around midnight... got a couple of not bad shots, but needing strong coffee today...lol

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3060 days ago

Diamond Engagement Ring - Perfect Accuracy

Polished Diamonds

Polished Diamonds are a Christchurch based Diamantaire and expert Jeweller specialising in engagement, wedding and custom made items. We set diamonds but also supply sapphire, ruby and emerald, make repairs, remakes and service our local community. Using Computer Aided Design (CAD) we are able to… View morePolished Diamonds are a Christchurch based Diamantaire and expert Jeweller specialising in engagement, wedding and custom made items. We set diamonds but also supply sapphire, ruby and emerald, make repairs, remakes and service our local community. Using Computer Aided Design (CAD) we are able to show clients how a new ring will actually look allowing for small tuning adjustments. No longer should your fine jewellery be asymmetrical because from the CAD digital we 3D print a wax polymer model to cast into Platinum, Gold etc.  The human error element is completely removed but the traditional hand craftsmanship of diamond setting, polishing and finishing remains.  The finest jewellery at the best price - custom made and ready to help.  You can find us online or at our New Regent Street design studio.

3054 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
3054 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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3054 days ago

trailer wanted any condition

Andy from Waltham

looking for a trailer 6x4 or bigger at a reasonable price, Don't mind a bit of work ph 0211121089

3055 days ago

Health & Wellbeing Christchurch support group

Dani Rius from Dani Rius - Strategic Intervention Coach (Tony Robbins' method)

If you work in the health industry or related field, connect with the H&W ChCh Facebook group to fuel up with some positive energy to help you keep up with the emotional demands of work.
Introduce yourself and ask to be added to the group.
Looking forward to meeting more awesome Cantabrians … View more
If you work in the health industry or related field, connect with the H&W ChCh Facebook group to fuel up with some positive energy to help you keep up with the emotional demands of work.
Introduce yourself and ask to be added to the group.
Looking forward to meeting more awesome Cantabrians and welcoming them to the group!
Have a great day!
Dani

3058 days ago

Opawa school is Fundraising!

Scarlett from Woolston

Hey! My sons school is doing a fundraiser for new science & technology equipment! If you know any children you can sponsor or you can donate on the GIVEALITTLE page!
Every cent counts

givealittle.co.nz...

3057 days ago

Everyone’s a winner with a $40 gift from Ring!

Ring

Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive… View more
Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive $40 discount only for Neighbourly members.

To claim your discount, simply go to Ring.com and purchase a Video Doorbell or Security Camera. During the checkout process, enter promo code NEIGHBOURLY40 to save $40 on your new device. The promo code will expire on August 31, so be sure to redeem it soon. Limit two per household.

Ring sends alerts to your phone, tablet and PC whenever motion is detected. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. With Ring, you’ll never miss another visitor. Because with Ring, you’re always home.
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3057 days ago

Fish Tank with Custom Made Rimu Cabinet plus accessories (no fish)

Narina from Beckenham

I’m having to sell my whole tank and pretty much everything with it (no fish).

145 litre glass tank with custom made Rimu cabinet. It's missing one of the tank's back corner wood coverings. Has a few scuffs here and there but nothing serious - pretty good condition and a real beauty … View more
I’m having to sell my whole tank and pretty much everything with it (no fish).

145 litre glass tank with custom made Rimu cabinet. It's missing one of the tank's back corner wood coverings. Has a few scuffs here and there but nothing serious - pretty good condition and a real beauty when set up.

Comes with:
200W Heater – about 1 year old
Aqua One Filter
Aqua One Light
Bubble machine (I got this second hand but never used it but it should still work)
Accessories:
7 x decorations including large ship (4 small columns and an asian looking house/hut not pictured - these have some chips)
1 x floating jellyfish (white) – my fish loved playing in and around this!
3 x double sided backdrops – that’s 6 different options!
1 x large cleaning syphon
Full chemical testing kit (almost new and costs $69 in shops)
Extra Ammonia Test strips
Chemi Carb – Carbon (half container left)
Bio Noodles – just under half container left
Small Thermometer
Small net
Prime – 325ml bottle almost full
Stability – 250ml bottle just over half full
Garlic Guard – 100ml 2/3rds full
Excel Flourish – 250ml bottle just under half full
1 x Oxyshell – 25g
1 x Holiday Fish Food
1 x bag of Aqua One Aquarium filter wool pad (70 x 24cm) - unopened

Please note no fish come with this aquarium.

Welcome to view - 0212950504
Pick up Beckenham.

Price: $600

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3057 days ago

Brand new - AquaOne 620 Fish Tank and Stand (Curved Glass & LED lighting)

Narina from Beckenham

Brand new and has not been used. I made up the stand (it was flatpacked) but a change in circumstances means I'm not going to set it up and it has to go! Over $540 in the shops and that's flat packed!!

All in mint condition - just not in boxes anymore.

Details:
* Black
* … View more
Brand new and has not been used. I made up the stand (it was flatpacked) but a change in circumstances means I'm not going to set it up and it has to go! Over $540 in the shops and that's flat packed!!

All in mint condition - just not in boxes anymore.

Details:
* Black
* Dimensions (W x D x H): 62 x 39 x 52 cm
* Litres: 90L
* Complete with built in biological wet/dry filter
* Lighting: Two-way single switch LED lighting technology; Moonlight
function with ‘Blue Only’ option or ‘All Lights’ (RGB) option. LED
lighting promotes lush plant growth, as well as intensifies the
natural colours in your fish.
* Filtration: 2 x Carbon Cartridge w/filter wool + 2 x Sponge Pads
Ceramic Noodles
* Flow Rate: 550L/hrGloss
* Black Cabinet - 62 wide x 39 deep x 76 height (cm)

Welcome to view - 0212950504
Must pick up - Beckenham.

Price: $480

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