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A Christchurch beach has taken on a striking bright orange tinge after millions of tiny marine creatures washed ashore.
Resident Moreen Sackree was taking a stroll on Southshore beach in South New Brighton about 10am on Tuesday, when she came across what she believed were millions of “little … View moreA Christchurch beach has taken on a striking bright orange tinge after millions of tiny marine creatures washed ashore.
Resident Moreen Sackree was taking a stroll on Southshore beach in South New Brighton about 10am on Tuesday, when she came across what she believed were millions of “little krill or squat lobsters”.
“I came across an orange beach – something I've never seen [before].”
Sackree said many of the marine creatures appeared to be dead and were “quite dense” in some areas.
“I tried to put them back into the water but there was just so many there it didn't seem like it was making a difference, it was definitely a rare sight to see.”
Another beach goer, Eve Driver, said when she came across the swarm about 6pm on Tuesday, none of them were alive and many had been buried under the sand.
“The seagulls were going crazy and there was lots of red bird poo.”
Marine ecologist John Pirker, from the University of Canterbury, said the tiny creatures appeared to be gregarious squat lobster – a small crustacean that feeds on the ocean floor.
Squat lobsters generally move in large swarms along the eastern coast of the South Island.
They swam inshore to breed after completing their “larval cycle”, and settled in shallow waters – usually between October and May each year.
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Te Whare Roimata's fundraiser this Saturday, 28th November
9 am to 12 noon – wet or fine!
Te Whare Roimata
274 Gloucester Street
(Opposite ChCh East School)
… View moreTe Whare Roimata's fundraiser this Saturday, 28th November
9 am to 12 noon – wet or fine!
Te Whare Roimata
274 Gloucester Street
(Opposite ChCh East School)
Lots of bargains– pre-loved, recycled & up-cycled.
Household items, kitchenware, clothing, books, toys etc.
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Come and support a great cause!
I have quite a few baby spider plants for sale. They were potted up at the start of November, so are well settled into the soil with established roots and are now putting out new growth too.
These are perfect beginner-friendly indoor plants. Very easy to care for and can tolerate a range of … View moreI have quite a few baby spider plants for sale. They were potted up at the start of November, so are well settled into the soil with established roots and are now putting out new growth too.
These are perfect beginner-friendly indoor plants. Very easy to care for and can tolerate a range of conditions. Look gorgeous sitting on shelves, desks, or in hanging pots
$3 each, cash only, pick your own :)
Cardiovascular Risk Screening are running clinics next week.
Bookings are limited and filling fast.
To book your Cardiovascular Risk Screening click the link below;
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Or call Katrina on 02102319502
Now taking Corporate bookings, to find out more email … View moreCardiovascular Risk Screening are running clinics next week.
Bookings are limited and filling fast.
To book your Cardiovascular Risk Screening click the link below;
unichempharmacy.co.nz...
Or call Katrina on 02102319502
Now taking Corporate bookings, to find out more email Rose@Healthscreening.nz.
Cardiovascular Risk Screening is running another clinic in store on Tuesday 1st December.
Bookings are limited and filling fast.
To book your Cardiovascular Risk Screening click the link below;
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… View moreCardiovascular Risk Screening is running another clinic in store on Tuesday 1st December.
Bookings are limited and filling fast.
To book your Cardiovascular Risk Screening click the link below;
unichempharmacy.co.nz...
Or call Katrina on 02102319502
Now taking Corporate bookings, to find out more email Rose@Healthscreening.nz.
We provide innovative solutions for outdoor spaces across Christchurch.
Whether you have recently finished a new home build or extensive house renovations, or your section just isn't quite living up to your expectations, the landscape contractors at Williams Elvidge Ltd have the solution.
… View moreWe provide innovative solutions for outdoor spaces across Christchurch.
Whether you have recently finished a new home build or extensive house renovations, or your section just isn't quite living up to your expectations, the landscape contractors at Williams Elvidge Ltd have the solution.
As skilled Master Builders, Williams Elvidge Ltd brings a whole new dimension to your section. We create wooden and metal structures that will stand the test of time and the Christchurch weather - structures built with attention to detail from the highest quality materials.
Our team is focused on developing a design plan that incorporates all the features you want while staying within your budget. We work with leading landscape designers across Christchurch to create hard landscaping that sits perfectly within the planting and other areas of your section.
Dog owners are being reminded by Christchurch City Council that parts of popular beaches are off-limits to unleashed dogs during summer days.
A day-time ban for unleashed dogs between 9am-7pm applies for beaches at Cass Bay, Corsair Bay, Sandy Bay, Paradise Bay, Hays Bay, Diamond Harbour, Purau, … View moreDog owners are being reminded by Christchurch City Council that parts of popular beaches are off-limits to unleashed dogs during summer days.
A day-time ban for unleashed dogs between 9am-7pm applies for beaches at Cass Bay, Corsair Bay, Sandy Bay, Paradise Bay, Hays Bay, Diamond Harbour, Purau, Akaroa, French Farm, Le Bon’s Bay, Little Akaloa, Okain’s Bay, Port Levy and Tikao Bay.
At Spencer Park, Waimairi, North and South New Brighton beaches, dogs are prohibited for a distance of 100 metres either side of the surf lifesaving clubs’ pavilions.
At New Brighton beach, dogs are prohibited for a distance of a 100 metres north of the surf lifesaving club’s pavilion to a point 100 metres south of the pier.
At Sumner beach, dogs are prohibited for a distance of 100 metres north of the Sumner Surf Lifesaving Club’s pavilion through to Cave Rock.
At Taylor’s Mistake beach, dogs are prohibited for a distance of 50 metres either side of the surf lifesaving club pavilion.
Last November, we launched our new strategy, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034. This strategy will help ensure we create opportunities for all of us to participate, contribute and be valued as we age. Many of the key areas for action in the strategy have become even more … View moreLast November, we launched our new strategy, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034. This strategy will help ensure we create opportunities for all of us to participate, contribute and be valued as we age. Many of the key areas for action in the strategy have become even more relevant in the wake of COVID-19.
Click here to read our strategy and find out more about what we want to achieve and what needs to happen bit.ly...
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Typically, as soon as we report a great place on Stuff, the floodgates open. But … View moreHey neighbours,
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The Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed an appeal by government insurer Southern Response to stop two Cantabrians' legal action against them to considered be representative of 3000 other similar claimants.
Respondents Brendan and Colleen Ross said that Southern Response had left them … View moreThe Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed an appeal by government insurer Southern Response to stop two Cantabrians' legal action against them to considered be representative of 3000 other similar claimants.
Respondents Brendan and Colleen Ross said that Southern Response had left them $100,000 out of pocket and the Supreme Court made the landmark decision to uphold their case on an opt-out basis, which allowed the other claimants to be represented in legal proceedings.
The decision means that if the government pays out in one case, they must pay out to the 3000 others, lawyers estimate this to cost the taxpayer $5 million.
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The annual Canterbury A&P show has been entertaining families for decades. This photograph from our archives was taken in November 1958.
This year's show (due to be held last week) was cancelled in May because of the financial uncertainty caused by coronavirus and public health concerns.… View moreThe annual Canterbury A&P show has been entertaining families for decades. This photograph from our archives was taken in November 1958.
This year's show (due to be held last week) was cancelled in May because of the financial uncertainty caused by coronavirus and public health concerns. Read more about that here.
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