Sumner, Christchurch

Community Service Awards

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Nominations for this years’ Community Service Awards close at 5pm tonight!
Head online to submit your nomination: bit.ly...

Examining the past can help protect our future.

Abuse in State Care Royal Commission

The legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process … View moreThe legacy of people taken into state care who suffered neglect and abuse is a stain on our country’s history. Over the next three years, the Royal Commission will listen to stories about the experiences of people in state care and examine ways to stop any further abuse.

Before that process can begin, the Terms of Reference to define the scope and purpose of the Inquiry need to be set. Sir Anand would like to hear your views on the draft Terms of Reference so we can work together to make sure we don’t repeat the mistakes of the past. Find out more

Tell us what you want to do at your new Central Library, Tūranga.

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Laser cutting?
3D printing?
Vinyl cutting?

Tell us what you want to do at your new Central Library, Tūranga.

Have your say and take our quick survey: bit.ly...

Saturday night comedy

Derek & Michi from Opawa - Saint Martins

Looking looking for a comedy double bill for Saturday night? Try this: www.facebook.com...

Double bed base needed. Preferably with a head board

Christine from Woolston

I have a family member coming to stay I have a double mattress but need a double. 4’6” base and head board, can anyone help , there are none on trade me . Thank you

Poll: Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

The Government is set to end offshore oil and gas exploration in New Zealand. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says "transitions have to start somewhere". Do you support the decision? Take part in our poll or leave a reply. To read more click here.

Do you support the decision to end oil and gas exploration?

• Yes. It's time to pursue clean energy
• No. It will hit the industry hard

Vote View Results

• 59.1% Yes. It's time to pursue clean energy
  59.1% Complete
• 40.9% No. It will hit the industry hard
  40.9% Complete

66 votes

Have you heard Stuff's latest podcast on a Christchurch murder?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Do you remember hearing about the murder of Christchurch man John Reynolds? He was found dead at a scrap metal yard in 1996. The case was never solved. Stuff's new podcast Heavy Metal explores what happened on the rainy day in April. Interested? To listen, click here.

Technology to make your home smarter and safer

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Remembering to set the alarm before you left the house used to be about as complex as home security got. But now it's increasingly common to have a fully integrated system that links in with several other gadgets around the house, controlled via an app on your phone.

NOTICE OF BUILDING CLOSURE

Linwood Avenue from Bromley

Hi everyone,

Please be advised that Linwood Avenue Union Church and Linwood Avenue Community Corner Trust, 378 Linwood Ave, will be closed to the public Monday 16th - Friday 20th of April.
We will not be running our usual activities including Tai Chi, Gentle Exercise and Music and Movement … View moreHi everyone,

Please be advised that Linwood Avenue Union Church and Linwood Avenue Community Corner Trust, 378 Linwood Ave, will be closed to the public Monday 16th - Friday 20th of April.
We will not be running our usual activities including Tai Chi, Gentle Exercise and Music and Movement during this week..
Our Emergency Food Bank will also be unavailable during this time.
If you are in need of urgent assistance with food please contact Dorothy in the office on 3895 303 or email linunion@xtra.co.nz for advice on where to seek help.

Thank you for your patience - our renovations are very nearly complete!

Art & Craft Show

Polly from Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs

An exhibition of arts, crafts, quilts & pottery, with artefacts for sale.
Gold Coin at entrance please.  SUNDAY 15TH APRIL. 12 NOON  - 6PM
at Mt Pleasant Yacht Club, Main Road, Mount Pleasant.

Come see our fancy new chandelier!

Deluxe Cinemas

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ANZAC day wheelie bin collection

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Hey you! Your wheelie bins will be emptied one day later than normal this ANZAC Day and the days following. Read more here: bit.ly...

Tomorrow the City Council hearing panel will at 1pm decide if they will proved

Winton from Woolston

Proceed to make Cumnor TC one way at Tannery end.An extraordinarily odd move and wrecking a rather picturesque street that deserves better

Council seeks legal advice on dog rules

The Team from Christchurch City Council

We're working to clarify the rules around when and where certain kinds of dogs need to be muzzled. More information can be found at Newsline.

Final chance to have your say

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax… View moreCould a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website by 30 April, watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Don't miss out. Have your say on the future of tax by 30 April at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax Find out more