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Earlier this week, several volunteers working tirelessly on different aspects in our local community were acknowledged at the awards ceremony organised by the Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board.
It was such a lovely event. It was so wonderful to see school students amongst the award … View moreEarlier this week, several volunteers working tirelessly on different aspects in our local community were acknowledged at the awards ceremony organised by the Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board.
It was such a lovely event. It was so wonderful to see school students amongst the award recipients.
A pleasant surprise / bonus for me was meeting a teacher fromm Burnside High School who taught my daughter Neha Paranjape many moons ago!
This beautiful event brings an end to my public engagements as an elected member (Community Board member for Waimairi)
As an elected member for 3 terms, the sheer variety and number of community events I have been privileged to attend is mind-blowing. One thing is for sure - I will miss these events in Sydney!
On 16Jun25, I attended my last Citizenship Ceremony at Christchurch City Council as part of the Hon. Mayor’s special/ invited guests.
These ceremonies had become a favourite part of my life for many years. I have been privileged to have been to these ceremonies at several venues, with many … View moreOn 16Jun25, I attended my last Citizenship Ceremony at Christchurch City Council as part of the Hon. Mayor’s special/ invited guests.
These ceremonies had become a favourite part of my life for many years. I have been privileged to have been to these ceremonies at several venues, with many mayors and deputy mayors. Each of them have their own inimitable style.
I am humbled that Hon Mayor Phil Mauger made a special mention of this being the last ceremony for me, in his speech! What an absolute honour!
I am also lucky to have witnessed the citizenship of many friends and colleagues - over the years - and to be one of the first to greet them in person.
332 residents from 42 countries became New Zealanders at this ceremony.
I will be stepping down from the Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board at the end of June 2025.
I am moving to Sydney as a work opportunity has presented itself; which also allows him to reconnect with daughters and a grandson living there.
I will retire from the Board effective 1st July … View moreI will be stepping down from the Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board at the end of June 2025.
I am moving to Sydney as a work opportunity has presented itself; which also allows him to reconnect with daughters and a grandson living there.
I will retire from the Board effective 1st July 2025.
I have really enjoyed serving my community locally since 2016 on the Community Board, it has allowed me to support local groups and work with my colleagues to get good outcomes for our Community.
It did not feel right to continue serving on the Board in a paid capacity when from July I will no longer be in Christchurch.
I have raised this with my local Councillor Sam MacDonald who shares the view that now is the right time. It is my understanding that he will be recommending to the Community Board not to fill my spot given there would be a period July - October for the remainder of this term. This is allowed for under the Local Government Act and also means no cost to ratepayers.
MacDonald says "I have really enjoyed working with Shirish as a local community Board member, he has constantly been approachable to local residents and has assisted me enormously with local Board issues. I am thrilled Shirish can reconnect with his family in Australia, and it makes sense to not fill the Board seat given elections are just around the corner."
It has been a privilege to represent the people of Waimairi for three terms. I will always cherish these memories.
Needless to say, I will continue to follow the local government elections and other matters with keen interest.
Ma te wa.
Bath House at Mona Vale reopened in March.
Sorry for posting late but the Bath House at Mona Vale was thrown open to public by Phil Mauger at a simple ceremony.
See photos.
Please see the recent article published in The Press.
www.thepress.co.nz...
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