Attempted kidnapping
A man has been charged after allegedly trying to pull a person into his vehicle in Christchurch, and Police would like to hear from people who were in the area around the time of the incident.
It occurred about 3pm on Thursday 2 January, when a man approached the victim on the northern end of Tennyson Street, before attempting to pull them into a vehicle.
On Friday 10 January, Police arrested a man, who is due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 16 January, charged with attempted kidnapping.
As part of our ongoing enquiries, we would like to hear from anyone who was in the Tennyson Street area between 2:50pm and 3:10pm on Thursday 2 January.
If you have any information that could help our enquiries, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 250102/6559.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.3% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.6% I want to be able to choose.
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47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
Poll: Would you take a 1.5-hour hike for a shop? 🌿🐦
Canterbury, you have a hidden treasure right on your doorstep ... though it does come with a 1.5-hour walk up the stunning Rakaia Gorge Walkway.
Along the trail you’ll find The Fantail Shop showcasing small artworks by local artisans. Even better, every purchase supports the Fantail Trust, helping protect and restore biodiversity on the north bank of the gorge.
So we’re curious: would you take a 1.5-hour hike for a shop? (And for local biodiversity, of course 🌿)
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32.2% Yes!
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67.8% No thank you.
Weekend Beginners Pilates or Tai Chi
I am looking for those residents that would be interested in either the power of Pilates for strengthening their backs and core or want or to experience the power of Yang Style short form Tai chi and its many relaxing qualities and benefits.
There is a possibility of doing one or the other depending on the level of enquiries Saturday mornings 9am in the Beckenham area.
The cost is dependent on the hall provider and the amount of clients interested. Basically, the more Beginners that are interested the less the cost. Simply reply here via message neighbourly or 0212089196 by the Monday the 9th of February. Ta Roger Beginners joining entered into prize draw for a day pass to Hanmer Springs Pools. (rules applied}
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