Fendalton, Christchurch

544 days ago

Poll: Should Christchurch have a city-wide alcohol ban?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

At a council meeting this week, city councillor Kelly Barber said he the council to implement a city-wide alcohol ban. He said allowing people to drink unsupervised in public was a bad look for the city.

Cr Aaron Keown supported Barber’s call for a city-wide ban, saying it was something the … View more
At a council meeting this week, city councillor Kelly Barber said he the council to implement a city-wide alcohol ban. He said allowing people to drink unsupervised in public was a bad look for the city.

Cr Aaron Keown supported Barber’s call for a city-wide ban, saying it was something the council should be exploring.

The comments were made during a discussion about a temporary alcohol ban around Woolston village, put in place in December 2022 after residents raised concerns about drinking and antisocial behaviour in the village. The council voted on Wednesday to extend the existing temporary ban until a permanent ban could be put in place.

Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board Paul McMahon​ said a city-wide ban would be harder to argue for than a specific one like Woolston's because the problem has to be proportional to the action taken.

What do you think? Should public drinking be banned across Christchurch? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts in the comments below.

You can also read reporter Tina Law's full story on the Woolston alcohol ban on The Press' masthead site here (subscription required).

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Should Christchurch have a city-wide alcohol ban?
  • 62.6% Yes
    62.6% Complete
  • 32.9% No
    32.9% Complete
  • 4.5% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments)
    4.5% Complete
377 votes
528 days ago

Closed for Kings Birthday

The Team from Red Cross Store Manchester St

The team at Manchester Street are having a well -earned rest to celebrate The Kings Birthday. See you Tuesday at 9am.

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529 days ago

Grazing for my horse

Jansje from Addington

URGENTLY-looking for grazing for one quiet mare.
Wanting something with either an arena or paddock that you can ride in.
Respectful and reliable.
Ideally looking at Halswell or Hoonhay or anything close to town.

529 days ago

Vote in Stuff’s Love Your Local Awards...

The Team from Love Your Local

Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do! Vote now

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529 days ago

Rengarenga (native lily)

Kelly from Bryndwr

Native lily, white flowers during summer. Hardy to a wide range of environments.

Pickup in Bryndwr, price is per plant. 40 available at time of listing.

Price: $6

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530 days ago

Trolley for sale $20

Sharon from Strowan

Needs to be put assembled. Collect Strowan. Telephone or text 0212956317

Price: $20

530 days ago

Larger enamel roasting dish $20

Sharon from Strowan

Large dish, 40cm long and 16cm high. Collect Strowan. Call or text 0212956317

Price: $20

530 days ago

Advent train $15

Sharon from Strowan

Get ready for Christmas with this small advent calendar train. 30 cm long. Collect Strowan. Phone or text 0212956317

Price: $15

530 days ago

Corner lounge suite wanted

Kathleen from Upper Riccarton

Hi I am looking for a corner lounge suite I have a 3 seater and 2 single recliner chairs to swap of wanted to swap

530 days ago

Cloche encounters of the vegetable kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Tower Junction

Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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531 days ago

Queen size bed for sale $100

Sharon from Strowan

Queen bed and mattress for sale. Collect Strowan. Bed frame dismantles to make transport easier. Text or phone 0212956317.

Price: $100

534 days ago

Poll: Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View more
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.

Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?
  • 69% Yes
    69% Complete
  • 28.5% No
    28.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure
    2.5% Complete
4436 votes
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532 days ago

Native jasmine

Kelly from Bryndwr

Parsonia heterophyllia, one only in stock. Native climber with variable leaves and white flowers.

Pickup in Bryndwr, payment by cash or bank transfer

Price: $10

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532 days ago

Desk for sale $50

Sharon from Strowan

White desk, 50cm deep and 100 cm wide. Collect Strowan, text or call 0212956317

Price: $50

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533 days ago

Enrol now at St Patrick's School Bryndwr

Jo from St Albans

Thinking about a new school environment for your child? Discover what St Patrick's School Bryndwr has to offer today. St Patrick's School is now taking mid year enrolments for Year 4 students with an immediate start.

For more information or to enrol please contact … View more
Thinking about a new school environment for your child? Discover what St Patrick's School Bryndwr has to offer today. St Patrick's School is now taking mid year enrolments for Year 4 students with an immediate start.

For more information or to enrol please contact office@stpatricks.school.nz

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