The week that was
It was quite an eventful week.
On Monday, we had our first meeting of FWH Community board. During this, we heard 3 deputations by appointment (2 relating to a proposed liquor store and 1 relating to yellow no-parking lines); while on the other hand we approved funding grants for 4 different applications - all involving young students. It involved a scout group, a volleyball competition, "outward bound" course and student exchange programme!
On Saturday, I attended Justice of Peace training, where one of the presenters was fellow community board member Sam MacDonald - giving us JPs an insight into Rata Foundation. Sam is one of the trustees there.
Later that day, several Neighbourly Leads from across Christchurch met at Betty's Cafe. It was nice to connect with each other.
"Celebrate Bishopdale" was held on Sunday, in perfect weather. It was great to see an excellent turnout with members of community enjoying what was on offer. Scores of children from local schools put up pleasing performances. Cr Aaron Keown and several community board members attended the event.
Today (Monday) - we do not have a regular community board meeting - but we do have a workshop on annual plan. Thereafter, I will be attending a community meeting organised by Hon. Nicky Wagner (Christchuch Central MP) where the minister of Immigration Hon. Michael Woodhouse will be speaking.
Did I forget my usual Wednesday evening Rotary meeting....
Have a nice day.
Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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36.4% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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63.6% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Scam Alert: Bank cold calls
ASB is warning customers about reports of cold calls from scammers claiming to be from ASB. These scammers are trying to obtain personal information, including usernames, dates of birth, and verification codes sent to your mobile phone.
🛡️ The "Caller Check" Test
If you get a call from someone claiming to be from ASB and you’re unsure, just ask them for a Caller Check. You will then be able to verify the call through the app.
Remember, banks will:
❌ Never ask for your banking passwords, PINs, or verification codes
❌ Never need to know your full credit card number – especially the CVC
❌ Never ask you to download software or remotely access your device
❌ Never ask you to purchase gift cards or transfer funds.
If you have received a phone call and think your account has been compromised, call ASB on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or visit your local branch.
Some Choice News!
DOC is rolling out a new tool to help figure out what to tackle first when it comes to protecting our threatened species and the things putting them at risk.
Why does this matter? As Nikki Macdonald from The Post points out, we’re a country with around 4,400 threatened species. With limited time and funding, conservation has always meant making tough calls about what gets attention first.
For the first time, DOC has put real numbers around what it would take to do everything needed to properly safeguard our unique natural environment. The new BioInvest tool shows the scale of the challenge: 310,177 actions across 28,007 sites.
Now that we can see the full picture, it brings the big question into focus: how much do we, as Kiwis, truly value protecting nature — and what are we prepared to invest to make it happen?
We hope this brings a smile!
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