Neighbours bemoan 'monstrosity' in leafy Christchurch suburb
Construction of a controversial new house labelled a "monstrosity" by neighbours could be halted after "potential inaccuracies" were found in the resource consent plans.
Neighbours believe the house under construction on Rata St in Riccarton may have been approved based on inaccurate figures.
However, owners Mike and Lynn Dore say they followed the advice of consultants and believe the consents are correct.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.3% Yes
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33.9% Maybe?
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24.8% No
Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One? ⛓️💥❔
What has a head but no brain?
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Rifle Shots
Anybody think they heard rifle shots about 2 mins ago around Vardon Crescent, Marshlands Rd, Lake Terrace Rd???
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