Rolleston, Rolleston

3032 days ago

Dead birds litter Rolleston road

Reporter Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

The SPCA cleared away more than 50 dead sparrows from Moore St in Rolleston on monday. Did you find any dead birds on your property this week? Got any clues as to what could have caused it?

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3029 days ago

REAL NZ: The great New Zealand state of the nation survey

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And … View moreHi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And it's just 10 short multi-choice questions!

Take the survey today and we'll put you in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards.

The findings will be reported next weekend in the Sunday Star-Times and on Neighbourly.co.nz.
Take the survey

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3032 days ago

Hedge trimming

Adrienne from Darfield

Does anyone know of a hedge trim for very high hedges in the Kirwee area

3031 days ago

Budgeting & How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

Budgeting

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?

There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.

Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a … View more
Budgeting

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?
How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

Where can I go for free budgeting advice?

There are several non-profit organisations that can help you with budgeting advice.

Your local Citizens Advice Bureau can help you find a budgeting service that suits your situation. Some CABs also run regular budgeting clinics.

The Financial Capability Trust website and the Family Services directory also list budgeting services and financial mentors around New Zealand.

You can also get budgeting and debt management information and advice on the Sorted website.

You might be interested in joining a local MoneyMates groups. These are support groups for people wanting to improve their budgeting skills.


How do I avoid getting into unmanageable debt?

It mostly boils down to living within your means – in other words, spending no more than the amount you earn and only borrowing money (e.g. a student loan) if you are confident of your ability to pay it back.

You can do this by putting together a budget which lists your total income and all of your expenses. You can download a budget worksheet for free from The Budgeting Hub website or the Work and Income website, or use the online budgeting tool on the Sorted website.

A budget advisory service (see above) can help you put a budget together and work out ways for you to reduce your spending or increase your income.

The Sorted website also has advice to help you manage your debt.

3031 days ago

New flowers and vege varieties

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, here's a look at some new plants out in garden centres this month.

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3032 days ago

Selwyn's hammer heading to battle

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

Any Selwynites heading to Horncastle arena to support Murray 'the hammer' Chappell? Or the Pre-Bash to back Heart Kids? Read all about Murray's dedication to coming out king of the ring below.

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3033 days ago

Chairs

Lee from Halswell

Four white vinyl dining chairs
Have been scratched by our cats !
May be suitable for recovering ?
$10

Negotiable

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3033 days ago

small set of drawers for sale

Lynda from Halswell

A small set of drawers
hight 81 cm
width 51 cm
depth 44 cm
Painted in resene paint and waxed for protection with a clear wax all four drawer fronts and insides are decoupaged in a small flower patten and varnished.
Welcome to view.
Pick up Halswell
Listed elsewhere

Price: $80

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3040 days ago

distressed cabinet for sale

Lynda from Halswell

This in an individual cabinet in a very on trend style. I have layered paint and crackle glazed to give the appearance of decades of peeling paint, yet it was only painted this month. I have used neutral colours to fit in any room of any home. It has had a vintage wax for protection and the paint … View moreThis in an individual cabinet in a very on trend style. I have layered paint and crackle glazed to give the appearance of decades of peeling paint, yet it was only painted this month. I have used neutral colours to fit in any room of any home. It has had a vintage wax for protection and the paint is Resene. The back has been decoupaged in a Resene wallpaper and given a coat of varnish. I welcome you to view if this is a style you are interested in.
Hight 75 cm
width 45 cm
depth 50 cm
this is a solid piece of furniture
Pick up Halswell Listed else where.

Negotiable

3034 days ago

New Zealand's first smart playground opens, but some parents aren't impressed

Matthew Salmons Reporter from Selwyn & Ashburton Outlook

What do you think Selwynites? Is combining traditional playground fun with modern technology good, bad or no big deal? Would you be interested in seeing the technology in other playgrounds in the Selwyn district?
Comments may be used for our conversations page in our next edition. If you'd … View more
What do you think Selwynites? Is combining traditional playground fun with modern technology good, bad or no big deal? Would you be interested in seeing the technology in other playgrounds in the Selwyn district?
Comments may be used for our conversations page in our next edition. If you'd rather your comment was not used in print, please end it with #NFP.

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3034 days ago

Join NZ Gardener's September campaign to save our pollinators!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2.… View more
Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2. Take part in The Great Kiwi Bee Count. www.stuff.co.nz...

3. Sign the petition against the sale of pesticides containing bee-harming neonicotinoids. www.stuff.co.nz...

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