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2172 days ago

Are you happy with ECan's new bus proposals?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Public outcry over the possible axing of six Christchurch bus routes has convinced authorities to come up with a compromise.

Some routes will be combined and the route and timing of others will be adjusted. It will contribute to a planned rates rise of about 4.9 per cent, up from the 4.5 per cent originally proposed in the draft plan.

Click the link below to see more details and let us know what you think in the comments below. (Please tell us if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff).

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2 days ago

Poll: What could the Christchurch City Council fund if it didn't have to pay GST on rates?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger says GST on rates, currently taken by central government, would be better spent locally.

The comments follow an Infometrics analysis that found over $1.1 billion of rates revenue nationwide was collected by the Government in 2022 as GST.

According to Infometrics, $88.5m of that came from Christchurch city ratepayers. It would be enough to save the Christ Church Cathedral from ruin; restore the Dux de Lux seven times over; cover both the Art Centre and Orana Wildlife Park’s request for regular public funding for over 26 years; contribute to light rail in Greater Christchurch; or get the South Library rebuild completed.

Read the full story by reporter Sinead Gill here and share your thoughts in the comments below. (Note: Subscription required. You can still read two free stories a month if you're not a ThePress.co.nz subscriber).

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What could the Christchurch City Council fund if it didn't have to pay GST on rates?
  • 20% Light rail
    20% Complete
  • 4% South Library
    4% Complete
  • 43% Orana Wildlife Park
    43% Complete
  • 10% The Arts Centre
    10% Complete
  • 5% Dux de Lux
    5% Complete
  • 12% Christ Church Cathedral
    12% Complete
  • 6% Something else (share your thoughts in the comments)
    6% Complete
100 votes
11 hours ago

Open Christchurch - celebration of architectural excellence

The Team from Citizens Advice Christchurch Area

With 50 open buildings, 4 guided walks, 3 landscapes, 3 special events and over 40 activities (from expert talks and tours to workshops), Open Christchurch 2024 is a celebration of our architecture.

On 4 & 5 May, experience many of the city’s best buildings and spaces from the inside, for free. Discover new spaces or get up close to buildings you love.

35 out of the 50 buildings do not require advance bookings – you can just turn up on the day.

Check out the link under 'Read More' for a link to the website.

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