Poll: Would you take a 1.5-hour hike for a shop? 🌿🐦

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Canterbury, you have a hidden treasure right on your doorstep ... though it does come with a 1.5-hour walk up the stunning Rakaia Gorge Walkway.

Along the trail you’ll find The Fantail Shop showcasing small artworks by local artisans. Even better, every purchase supports the Fantail Trust, helping protect and restore biodiversity on the north bank of the gorge.

So we’re curious: would you take a 1.5-hour hike for a shop? (And for local biodiversity, of course 🌿)

Would you take a 1.5-hour hike for a shop? 🌿🐦

• Yes!
• No thank you.

Vote View Results

• 31.8% Yes!
  31.8% Complete
• 68.2% No thank you.
  68.2% Complete

179 votes

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Community Centre Talk at Mary Potter Community Centre

Nicola Smith from Mary Potter Community Centre

Speaker: Ian France
Monday 2 March 2026, 1.30-2.30pm
Ferrymead Heritage Park
An historical look back of 60 years

Ian France, the General Manager of
Ferrymead Heritage Park will be presenting a
look back at 60 years of history, anecdotes and stories behind the Park along with some exhibits for you to view and enjoy.


All welcome and bring a friend
Mary Potter Community Centre, 442 Durham Street North, St Albans, Christchurch 8014

Cuppa to follow
Donation/Koha welcome