1367 days ago

Mushroom area to sprout in former red zone - a good idea?

Jake Kenny Reporter from Community News

Happy Monday neighbours,

A mushroom-themed education, play and foraging area will sprout in Christchurch's red zone in the coming months.

The Mushroom Room will feature at least six different native and exotic species of edible mushrooms for foragers, art by local artists, engaging play pieces, and interactive signage to educate people about the fast-growing fungi.

Christchurch City Council announced the plans on Monday and the project has received a $19,600 grant.

The purpose is to educate people on the fungi as well as attracting more use of the red zone land and encouraging visitors.

The project will be on the corner of Evelyn Cousins Ave and River Rd in Richmond and is expected to be completed by April.

What are your thoughts on this project? Comment below.

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2 days ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 42.9% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    42.9% Complete
  • 56.4% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    56.4% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
993 votes
8 days ago

Vanessa

The Team from Humans of Christchurch Ōtautahi

“Giggly girt! Giggly girt!”

“See I got my hair cut on Friday. I've got my hair band to keep it up. See? Like this I keep it up.

Biscuit Blair - she's my favourite woman. And you. And that cheeky lady over there.

My last name is Rule. I'll write it down for you, you silly old duff.
I was born on West Coast. I moved here when I was a little girl.

I like doing pictures here that’s why I like pictures. Doing art. I like going for a walk. I come here Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

My sister, I go see her on Saturday. Have a cup of coffee, at home. She's five, nine. 59. I'm five, seven, 57. This year I'll be 58. My birthday's on a Thursday. I'm having chocolate cake and pizza. And lolly ice cream.
Some people are noisy. Nicholas, and Peter and Chris, they are my friends and that giggly girt over there.

I get headache sometimes at other work, because noisy.

I'm happy here. I could go for a walk if I want to. I'm good.”

- Vanessa, White Room Creative Spaces

The White Room is a community creative space that removes barriers to
making art. Through this, artists build confidence and connections and
embrace new opportunities.

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2 hours ago

World of Disney Wonder cards. FREE

Annie from Belfast

FREE to anyone who is trying to make up a set. Contact me and let me know what numbers you are after. Pick up in Belfast or I'm happy to post anywhere in New Zealand, but you will need to pay for the postage for that. text if you prefer 0220114987 Regards Annie

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