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Kia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for watercress recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: … View moreKia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for watercress recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by July 20, 2025.
Kia ora neighbours! We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for brussels sprouts recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: … View moreKia ora neighbours! We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for brussels sprouts recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by June 12, 2025.
Its been a year since our Community Beat Team hit the ground running (literally), and have done over 3050 hours of foot patrols since starting in July last year to the end of April this year.
As a result, Christchurch has seen a huge reduction in robbery of 67%, unlawful entry by 29% and sexual… View moreIts been a year since our Community Beat Team hit the ground running (literally), and have done over 3050 hours of foot patrols since starting in July last year to the end of April this year.
As a result, Christchurch has seen a huge reduction in robbery of 67%, unlawful entry by 29% and sexual assault by 16%.
Our communities can expect to see a continued presence as we continue to be highly visible, deter crime and prevent harm on our streets.
For more information about our Beat Teams.
Picking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a … View morePicking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a home for rescues, helping them find forever homes.
Here's a few words from Alyssa and Nate, the founders of Catap Cafe: "We’re stoked to have won the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards! We’re so grateful to our community for the nominations, votes and ongoing support and we’re super proud of what Catnap means to people. Having this recognition means a lot to us."
A huge congratulations to the Catnap team - and a big thank you to every Neighbourly member who made a nomination and voted in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero campaign!
Dear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as … View moreDear neighbours, after reading about our search for New Zealand's most impressive and artistic wood piles in the May 2025 issue, Auckland's Anne Stephens Whitcombe sent us this photo that she had snapped while on holiday in Norway. Have you put together a wood pile that's just as impressive, or even more so? Send us a photo! Email: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. You could be in to win a Fiskars X36 splitting axe L blade and a Fiskars X14 universal axe. We're looking for wood piles of impressive size or of particular space efficiency or even an artistic vision!
Hey everyone!
Today is usually my market day, but I have cancelled due to cold and wet weather, so I’m doing a 25% off special till tomorrow midnight!
So either message me for scents, or Use the code Marketday at the checkout 🥰
AFTERPAY AVAILABLE
storysandscents.myshopify.com...
Hey everyone!
My name is Teagen, I’ve recently started my own small business called, Story’s and Scents! I hand make candles inspired by popular books!
Reading has been a hobby of mine for years and I’ve always wanted candles that match my books to display on my shelves. Unfortunately here … View moreHey everyone!
My name is Teagen, I’ve recently started my own small business called, Story’s and Scents! I hand make candles inspired by popular books!
Reading has been a hobby of mine for years and I’ve always wanted candles that match my books to display on my shelves. Unfortunately here in NZ, finding anything like that is near IMPOSSIBLE! That’s what has inspired me to begin my journey of running my own small business!
Here is what I have so far, I do also have a website with AFTERPAY AVAILABLE!!
storysandscents.myshopify.com...
"I was hit by a bus 22 years ago."
"I need to have a rest, that's very important to me, just for half an hour, just shut my eyes and no, no, no distractions, and then I can keep going on the rest of the day.
I had three days in Wellington. It was at six o'clock in the… View more"I was hit by a bus 22 years ago."
"I need to have a rest, that's very important to me, just for half an hour, just shut my eyes and no, no, no distractions, and then I can keep going on the rest of the day.
I had three days in Wellington. It was at six o'clock in the evening, going with a run with friends. I was on the island; in the middle, parliaments’ over there and I think the bus went through an orange light. It was an old bus, so the mirror was way out, and it clipped me I think; I mean, I don't know, but this, is what I’ve been told. I was in a coma for seven weeks. About a week after the accident, I started twisting my finger so that must’ve meant that I was not completely dead!
The hardest thing was I couldn't talk. I couldn't say a word. I could understand, but how do you communicate? So yeah, so that was just very frustrating. I couldn't do the alphabet. I could do A, B, C, D, what's after D? It took me about three years to speak the alphabet.
I did two degrees, one with honours; computer science and accounting. I had a big company, and I designed software for other companies. I had 200 people working for me. Now I’m completely dyslexic.
I’ve been banned from one supermarket. The manager came, you're not allowed to be here. Why not? Because you're so rude to the checkout two days ago. I said you've treated me badly and so and so... and the police came.
Before my accident, I could speak very fluently. So it's not going right, I get louder and I get frustrated. I don't get frustrated at them, I get frustrated at myself. But they don’t understand.
What can you do? You have to live life so it can be very frustrating. What choice do you have?
I did the Coast to Coast 15 years ago, with a friend. The half marathon in Christchurch. I've done that about six times, seven times. The best thing you can do for your brain is endorphin. So if you want to, if you want to keep things improving, they need some endorphins."
- Andrew
The regional finalists are in - and we have an incredible bunch of businesses vying for the title of this year's Local Business Hero. But we need your help to decide the winner! It'll only take a moment to vote - but it could change a small business's future.
Your vote puts them … View moreThe regional finalists are in - and we have an incredible bunch of businesses vying for the title of this year's Local Business Hero. But we need your help to decide the winner! It'll only take a moment to vote - but it could change a small business's future.
Your vote puts them in the running to win a prize package worth over $30,000. Be a good neighbour and make your vote today.
On over King's Birthday Weekend (Saturday 31 May to Monday 2 June), 10am to 2pm each day. Located in the Knox Community Centre Hall, Reeves Street, Cheviot (behind Cheviot's landmark stone church) this friendly, indoor Market offers quality stalls selling a wide variety of items from … View moreOn over King's Birthday Weekend (Saturday 31 May to Monday 2 June), 10am to 2pm each day. Located in the Knox Community Centre Hall, Reeves Street, Cheviot (behind Cheviot's landmark stone church) this friendly, indoor Market offers quality stalls selling a wide variety of items from baking, pickles and chutneys, local walnuts and delicious honey, arts and crafts, antiques and collectables, great books, art prints, pre-loved clothing, vintage dolls, bric-a-brac, diamond art creations, jewellery and heaps more. Coffee and delicious food available just across the road at No. 8 Cafe. Free entry to Market and plenty of parking close by.
I have a Venetian blind 2900mm long.
Brackets included. Opens and closes perfectly. The only thing that doesn't work so well is the pull cord for raising the blind. It only goes half way. Free
Kia ora Southern neighbours! We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things turnip! Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to be able to grow it in your region. … View moreKia ora Southern neighbours! We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things turnip! Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to be able to grow it in your region. Email us: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by May 31, 2025. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the July issue.
Arbor Green is a carefully masterplanned new neighbourhood, designed for you to enjoy the little things that matter most. Simple pleasures, daily leisures, moments treasured and milestones measured. Whether you crave room to roam, a safe place to bring up the kids, a stunning new home with all … View moreArbor Green is a carefully masterplanned new neighbourhood, designed for you to enjoy the little things that matter most. Simple pleasures, daily leisures, moments treasured and milestones measured. Whether you crave room to roam, a safe place to bring up the kids, a stunning new home with all the mod-cons, neighbours who become friends, it’s all here.
Next-generation homes, green spaces, safe streets, shops, schooling and amenities intertwine to create a living neighbourhood where bonds are formed and memories are made. Visit our website to find your place at arborgreen.nz
The weather's getting wintry, but the Cheviot Village Market always provide a warm and cosy welcome in the Knox Community Centre Hall behind Cheviot's main road Stone Church. Quality stalls include locally made wooden homewares, in-shell and shelled organic walnuts, pickles and … View moreThe weather's getting wintry, but the Cheviot Village Market always provide a warm and cosy welcome in the Knox Community Centre Hall behind Cheviot's main road Stone Church. Quality stalls include locally made wooden homewares, in-shell and shelled organic walnuts, pickles and chutneys, baking, diamond art creations, beautifully made crocheted toys and other crafts by Karimar Krafts of Cheviot, books, antiques and collectables, art prints, jewellery, clothing, DVDs and lots more. 10am to 2pm this weekend (17 and 18 May). Free entry, plenty of parking close by and a great cafe just across the road and other cafes just a short stroll away. We look forward to welcoming you.
Planning your funeral ahead of time means you can relax, knowing your family and friends will know what you would like. It’s complimentary, at your place or ours.
Have a chat with Carol today.
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