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We’re not running out of water, but ahead of summer we’re asking people to conserve water to help end chlorination sooner. We've busted some more myths about our water supply here at Newsline, check it out.
How should we be managing on-street parking in the suburbs? It's the last chance to have your say and we'd love to hear what you think.
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We’re asking all Christchurch residents to save water so that we can finish upgrading our wells and end temporary chlorination.
Check out these simple tips that you can follow to save water at home bit.ly...
It's that time of year again... it's the Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park - Christchurch! 🎄🎆
Head on down to Hagley Park this Saturday for the 25th annual free festive event, featuring Stan Walker, Mikey Havoc and plenty of local acts.
For info on the road closures, bus timetables … View moreIt's that time of year again... it's the Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park - Christchurch! 🎄🎆
Head on down to Hagley Park this Saturday for the 25th annual free festive event, featuring Stan Walker, Mikey Havoc and plenty of local acts.
For info on the road closures, bus timetables and parking, head to Newsline.
We need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them… View moreWe need your help! These SIX creative applicants who are finalists in for the People's Choice Award as part of Resene Colour My Community. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive the final prize! Read a little information about each of the ideas and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 December. More information here.
I have a complete roll of unused carpet underlay to give away...
Pick ups only :)
A nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.
It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert
Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace … View moreA nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.
It doesn’t matter which network you are on. Any capable phone in the target area during the broadcast period should receive the alert
Emergency Mobile Alerts are not meant to replace other emergency alerts, or the need to take action after natural warnings.
You still need to be prepared for an emergency and you should not wait to get an alert before you act. If you feel your life is in danger, don’t wait for an official warning. Take immediate action.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...
Parts of the South Island have been plunged back into winter, with roads closed and snow warnings issued.
Snow is expected to keep falling in much of the South Island down to 500 metres today.
To read more, click here.
How's the weather where you are?
The owner of a cafe on the top of Christchurch's Port Hills believes new parking restrictions will help boost his business.
The Banks Peninsula Community Board last week approved plans to restrict daytime parking to 60 minutes at the car park at the intersection of Summit Rd and Dyers Pass … View moreThe owner of a cafe on the top of Christchurch's Port Hills believes new parking restrictions will help boost his business.
The Banks Peninsula Community Board last week approved plans to restrict daytime parking to 60 minutes at the car park at the intersection of Summit Rd and Dyers Pass Rd.
The council also agreed to change two of the 12 parking spots, which are near the Sign of the Kiwi cafe, to a mobility park and a designated motorcycle parking spot.
Do you think the changes are a good idea?
Power has been restored to most homes after an underground cable fault cut power to more than 3000 properties in south Christchurch. Power went off in the suburbs of Beckenham, Cashmere, Huntsbury, Somerfield, St Martins and Sydenham at 7.14am on Tuesday.
An Orion spokeswoman said at 8.45am … View morePower has been restored to most homes after an underground cable fault cut power to more than 3000 properties in south Christchurch. Power went off in the suburbs of Beckenham, Cashmere, Huntsbury, Somerfield, St Martins and Sydenham at 7.14am on Tuesday.
An Orion spokeswoman said at 8.45am only 67 homes in Waimea Tce in Beckenham were without power but a generator would give them power by 10am. Read more from The Press here.
Day 4 and we started in Christchurch, hosted by Tim at the Christchurch Methodist Mission, a great bunch of ppl at the workshop. Then we hit the road, stopping in Sheffield for some amazing pies, and headed to Greymouth where we had our second workshop of the day with some truly amazing women!
Hi neighbours,
What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.
About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling … View moreHi neighbours,
What do you think about the teachers' strike? Thousands of Canterbury primary school teachers and principals are striking across the region today.
About 143 primary schools have closed, affecting around 50,000 school children. It's the third in a series of rolling strikes, and even bigger strikes including both primary and secondary school teachers haven't been ruled out yet.
Teachers say the strike action is calling for better pay and working conditions, more learning support, including for children with special needs, and smaller class sizes.
So, do you support the strike action? Or do you think they should have accepted the previous offer? Are you a striking teacher? Or a parent that's been affected by the strike action? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below.
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Somerfield Residents Association felt it important to submit to this consultation process & advocate especially for our local Sydenham Cemetery (& other local cemeteries) as it requires more respect & funding to improve many of the headstones & location board which is currently … View moreSomerfield Residents Association felt it important to submit to this consultation process & advocate especially for our local Sydenham Cemetery (& other local cemeteries) as it requires more respect & funding to improve many of the headstones & location board which is currently looking poorly.
I will be speaking tomorrow (Wednesday 21st November @ 2pm) at the CCC, Civic Offices - if anyone is interested in attending or would like to follow our progress.
There have been concerns addressed to the SRA re: headstones which were laid down post CHCH EQs by Council staff (due to safety concerns) & due to various reasons they have not been reinstated / restored. These head stones are privately owned & would cost too much money for the CCC to restore - therefore SRA is requesting that there may be a public grant offered for any families who may feel more encouraged to restore their loved ones headstones if given an opportunity /easier process to achieve this.
SRA would also like to continue to advocate for a New Location board & also create any New relevant 'story boards' with some heritage interest about Sydenham Cemetery or history of loved ones buried here.
Sydenham Cemetery has many Common Wealth Burial sites following World War I & II & better respect for this area would be well received by all of our community & family members who often visit.
If you would like to add any comments for this oral submission - please let me know & I will try to incorporate your concerns / ideas.
Warm regards
Julie Tobbell.
SRA Chairperson.
somerfieldra@gmail.com
Cell 027 272 1063
Our Somerfield community is very excited to paint a mural theme of "Our Community" on the Sports Pavilion back wall - designed by Somerfield School students last year (ages 6-7yrs). Well done for All their contributions & unfortunately we couldn't include ALL of the wonderful … View moreOur Somerfield community is very excited to paint a mural theme of "Our Community" on the Sports Pavilion back wall - designed by Somerfield School students last year (ages 6-7yrs). Well done for All their contributions & unfortunately we couldn't include ALL of the wonderful design entries!! However our designing team attempted to incorporate as many as able!
Today (Tuesday 20th Nov) after school we plan to get a photo of all the students who helped to create these selected designs. Hopefully they have all received the message for this - let me / them know if they feel they need to be a part of this also!!?!
We welcome anyone to join us for the community event on Sunday 2nd December -as per poster.
*Painting to start at 10am
*Free Sausage sizzle/ drinks & ice treats to be available by 12pm
*Family BYO picnics are encouraged
*Volunteers are most welcome on the day to help paint or to assist prior /after the event please!
*Any local entertainers / singers etc are welcome to apply to perform for our community! Do you know of someone who may like for this opportunity?? We love to keep it local & encourage any young talented people to paint / entertain our community!!
Please refer to our Facebook Event page for this on our SRA Facebook page for more details.
Many thanks to our local community project team who have helped me to coordinate the design & event process up to now:
Sarah Greig, Cecilia Freire, Clare Piper, Jenny Sibley, & Glenda Fraser-Megget.
Many thanks also to SRA, SafeGrowth, Spreydon-Cashmere Community Board and the Graffiti Programme for enabling and supporting this project!!
Cheers Julie Tobbell. (SRA Chairperson)
Cell 027 272 1063
email: somerfieldra@gmail.com
If you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.
A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did … View moreIf you like working with your hands, don’t let outdated stereotypes put you off a rewarding career in trades. Women enjoy just as much success and job satisfaction as their male colleagues and sometimes leave the guys in their wake.
A great example is Pasifika student Tepora Rokotavo who did a pre-trade course in electrical studies with us at Ara Institute of Canterbury. Tepora achieved 93% in her final exams – an outstanding result – and is now on her way to becoming a qualified electrician. We love helping female students into trades careers.
If this sounds like your kind of thing, explore your options here.
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