Welcome to Whareora Community House
Hello everyone and welcome to Whareora Community House, near Barrington Mall.
We offer a friendly and safe environment to meet other people, with an Activities Programme including Groups, Lunches and Bus trips, and a Book and Puzzle Library. There are no Membership Fees and everyone is welcome to attend. Visit the House for details - the office is attended Tues-Thurs 10.00am-1pm or call Jane on 03 337 2731 or email: office.whareora@gmail.com.
Our updated Opportunity Shop (Clothes and Accessories) is open on weekdays 10.00am-1pm. And from 1 October 2022 we will also be open on Saturday mornings, 10.00am-1pm.
In addition, we have a Comfortable Lounge Room with Kitchen and tables/chairs for hire at affordable rates. This would suit coffee circles, activity groups, small choirs, meetings etc.
Come in and see us - you will be sure to receive a warm welcome.
Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One? ⛓️💥❔
What has a head but no brain?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
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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
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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40.6% Yes
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34.2% Maybe?
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25.2% No
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