Throwback Thursday: Road code
Pupils of Linwood Avenue School learn how to cross the road safely, without leaving the
playground. This is education 1959-style.
By the 1950s, teachers are beginning to embrace "real experience", in preference to reciting sets of rules, as a foundation for meaningful learning. With boards placed strategically on the ground to mark street kerbs, and striped mats denoting pedestrian crossings, the school courts have been converted into a city intersection for simulated traffic activities. The traffic officer at centre appears satisfied with the hand signals of the cyclist and the driver of pedal car 6.
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World Beyond War CULTURE OF PEACE Art Exhibition 20 to 25 January
World Beyond War Te Waipounamu South Island
Aotearoa New Zealand
Invite you to
A Culture of Peace Art Exhibition
At Pūmanawa Level 1 (lift available)
Arts Centre Worcester Street
Tuesday 20 January 12.30 pm to 4pm
Wednesday 21 to Sunday 25 January 10.00am to 4pm
Art works and some World Beyond War merchandise for sale
Koha Appreciated
Contact: twpnz@worldbeyondwar.org
Poll: Pedestrian access is being extended to the Ōtakaro Avon River - good idea?
Pedestrian access from one of Christchurch’s favourite streets is being extended all the way to the Ōtakaro Avon River. This new 12m-wide pathway will give you a direct, easy route from the street to the river promenade ... perfect for a stroll, a coffee run, or just soaking up the riverside vibes.
We want to know: In your view, what makes a city people-friendly?
What else should our urban areas be doing to support better community connections?
Curious about the full plans? You can check them out here.
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87.8% Yes
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12.2% No
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