Mount Pleasant - Redcliffs, Christchurch

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2348 days ago

What do you think about the new Cathedral Square designs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Regenerate Christchurch have released a the long-awaited plan intended to fix Christchurch City's heart.

The new plan for the city's Cathedral Square will see a mix of green and paved surfaces to create a strong city heart and encourage events. Its execution is intended to be phased, … View more
Regenerate Christchurch have released a the long-awaited plan intended to fix Christchurch City's heart.

The new plan for the city's Cathedral Square will see a mix of green and paved surfaces to create a strong city heart and encourage events. Its execution is intended to be phased, rolled out in stages as building projects around the square were completed.

As suggested in a draft concept released last year, the redesigned square would have three main spaces, each with their own character – a green zone with trees and water southeast of Christ Church Cathedral, a youth-friendly meeting space by the new library, and a large event and meeting space on the western side.

Were you aware of the plans? What do you think about them? Do you like the designs? Is there anything missing?

Read more about the plans here

2349 days ago

Earthquake symposium to go ahead

The Team from Christchurch City Council

The two-day earthquake symposium will be held at the University of Canterbury in November.
Read more about it on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2349 days ago

Contractors ready city for more rain

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Some flooding is possible with more rain forecast for the city this week.
See what we are doing about it at Newsline: bit.ly...

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2349 days ago

Poll: Are home ventilation systems worth it?

Reporter Homed

Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View more
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.

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Are home ventilation systems worth it?
  • 62.1% Yes it's been great.
    62.1% Complete
  • 16.8% No, our windows still weep.
    16.8% Complete
  • 21.1% It's improved but not removed.
    21.1% Complete
972 votes
2353 days ago

What do you think about our airports?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Canterbury,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports … View more
Hi Canterbury,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”

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2350 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

#NVW2018

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2351 days ago

Stadium Debate Opinion, The Star

John from Woolston

Having just read the extremely interesting article in The Star newspaper Opinion page, 7 June by Star Media chairman Nick Smith ONZM I am fascinated to know what others think about his article ?
It is a hard hitting with lot's of truths being revealed about our city and it's present and … View more
Having just read the extremely interesting article in The Star newspaper Opinion page, 7 June by Star Media chairman Nick Smith ONZM I am fascinated to know what others think about his article ?
It is a hard hitting with lot's of truths being revealed about our city and it's present and future problems. The proposed roofed stadium is at the centre of his article.

2350 days ago

All Our Stories – How do stories and memories connect people and places, past and present?

The Team from Christchurch City Council

If you’re passionate about local heritage and how we can celebrate it, come along to this free workshop and discussion on Saturday 16 June. Featuring four guest speakers, with a light lunch provided.
When: Saturday 16 June, 10am–2.30pm
Where: Ferrymead Heritage Park, 50 Ferrymead Park Drive
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If you’re passionate about local heritage and how we can celebrate it, come along to this free workshop and discussion on Saturday 16 June. Featuring four guest speakers, with a light lunch provided.
When: Saturday 16 June, 10am–2.30pm
Where: Ferrymead Heritage Park, 50 Ferrymead Park Drive
To RSVP, or if you have any questions, please email heritage@ccc.govt.nz or phone (03) 941 8047 by Tuesday.

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2354 days ago

Have you been to The Birdwood restaurant?

Jo Gilbert Reporter from The Press

REVIEW: The food gods were listening and they might just be Italian.

A couple of months ago I reviewed Somerfield Italian restaurant Piccolo and bemoaned the lack of similar establishments.

"In a perfect world, every suburb would have a neighbourhood Italian restaurant," I wrote.

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REVIEW: The food gods were listening and they might just be Italian.

A couple of months ago I reviewed Somerfield Italian restaurant Piccolo and bemoaned the lack of similar establishments.

"In a perfect world, every suburb would have a neighbourhood Italian restaurant," I wrote.

Weeks later, neighbourhood Italian restaurant The Birdwood opened in Beckenham, and after giving them a chance to find their feet, I subjected the staff to the cruelest of tests: bringing four ravenous boys on a wet Saturday night.

When we booked, we had been warned that we would be at a high bar table and when I saw how packed the restaurant was when we arrived, I had to apologise as three boys had turned into four. Would that be a problem? It took some scrambling to find a spare chair but we were seated, no problem.

-- Read the full review by clicking the link below.

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2350 days ago

Awards stack up for city libraries

The Team from Christchurch City Council

Local library Redcliffs Public Library has won at the recent New Zealand Institute of Architects' Local Awards, along with Sumner's Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre.
For more about the win, head to Newsline: bit.ly...

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2350 days ago

Look around a home of the future

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like… View more
Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like your home to have.

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2350 days ago

New library artwork shows changing tides of storytelling

The Team from Christchurch City Council

A large-scale artwork will feature on the outer wall of Tūranga, the new central city library expected to open later this year.
Learn about the collaboration by local Māori artists Morgan Mathews-Hale and Riki Manuels' on Newsline: bit.ly...

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2356 days ago

Council indicates no Christchurch well heads have been upgraded after drinking water compromised

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Five months after the city council revealed Christchurch's drinking water had been compromised it appears not a single well head has been fixed.

Click the link below to find out more and share your thoughts in the comments. (Please tell us if you don't want your comments published in … View more
Five months after the city council revealed Christchurch's drinking water had been compromised it appears not a single well head has been fixed.

Click the link below to find out more and share your thoughts in the comments. (Please tell us if you don't want your comments published in The Press/Stuff).

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2366 days ago

Theives

Alan from Opawa - Saint Martins

Last night, some rotten people stole the wheels of a young woman's car parked outside number 40 St Martins Rd. She has worked very hard for the car and is very upset so any information would be appreciated.

2352 days ago

Unlimited films!

Deluxe Cinemas

With our VIP card you’ll be able to watch as many films as you like at both Alice Cinemas AND Deluxe Cinemas. That’s over 100 different films you could watch in a year ($1700 value). With unrestricted access you’ll simply flash your card at the box office and stroll on into the cinema!

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With our VIP card you’ll be able to watch as many films as you like at both Alice Cinemas AND Deluxe Cinemas. That’s over 100 different films you could watch in a year ($1700 value). With unrestricted access you’ll simply flash your card at the box office and stroll on into the cinema!

Find out more about our VIP card at: alice.co.nz...

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