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Rebuild work at a Christchurch school – which was already behind schedule – was further delayed when the construction firm went bust, owing more than $5 million.
Christchurch-based Corbel Construction went into liquidation in December 2018, owing $4.5m to unsecured creditors, $266,000 to BNZ … View moreRebuild work at a Christchurch school – which was already behind schedule – was further delayed when the construction firm went bust, owing more than $5 million.
Christchurch-based Corbel Construction went into liquidation in December 2018, owing $4.5m to unsecured creditors, $266,000 to BNZ and $960,000 to a private trust.
The company was part way through the first stage of Opawa School’s post-quake redevelopment at the time.
The project – which included new teaching spaces and an administration area – was originally scheduled for completion by September 2017, but did not finish until June 2020, at a cost of $4.5m.
Corbel Construction was founded in 2000 and employed about 80 full-time staff.
It secured several Ministry of Education contracts as part of the Christchurch Schools Rebuild Programme, including $5m for Shirley Primary School’s refurbishment and $2.2m for the construction of a classroom block at Tai Tapu School.
It was also chosen to deliver the $16m upgrade for North Canterbury schools, expanding or improving facilities at Oxford Area, Rangiora Borough, Ashgrove and Southbrook schools.
Head of education infrastructure service Kim Shannon said the ministry was made aware of the firm’s liquidation at the time, and Opawa School was kept “fully informed”.
“The project was delayed by about five months while a replacement contractor, Contract Construction, was appointed,” she said.
Sally Ormandy, principal of Opawa School, said they were continuing to work with the ministry to complete their remaining building work.
Heroes and Anti-Heroes - this Sunday, 3pm at the Piano. Don't miss this great concert by Resonance Ensemble, conducted by Tony Ryan and featuring 19-year old Thomas Bedggood playing the spectacular Khachaturian Violin Concerto. The concert opens with incidental music to Egmont by Beethoven, … View moreHeroes and Anti-Heroes - this Sunday, 3pm at the Piano. Don't miss this great concert by Resonance Ensemble, conducted by Tony Ryan and featuring 19-year old Thomas Bedggood playing the spectacular Khachaturian Violin Concerto. The concert opens with incidental music to Egmont by Beethoven, featuring Soprano Helen Charlton and Ben Freeth as Narrator. Helen and Ben also perform two orchestral songs by Tony Ryan. The concert finishes with more Khachaturian - the beautiful Adagio from Spartacus and Waltz from Masquerade. Tickets selling well through Eventbrite - click on the link to book: yours:www.eventbrite.co.nz...
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Another 146 properties across Banks Peninsula are now considered under threat of flooding if a tsunami hits the Canterbury coastline.
The Christchurch City Council has updated its tsunami evacuation zones on the peninsula based on new scientific research.
Some 1549 street addresses are now … View moreAnother 146 properties across Banks Peninsula are now considered under threat of flooding if a tsunami hits the Canterbury coastline.
The Christchurch City Council has updated its tsunami evacuation zones on the peninsula based on new scientific research.
Some 1549 street addresses are now included. The previous total was 1403.
“The latest modelling shows us that in most areas, flooding from a tsunami may extend further inland than allowed for under the previous tsunami evacuation zones,” council Civil Defence emergency management head Rob Orchard said.
People can check if their property is in a tsunami zone by viewing an interactive map on the council’s website.
You and yours are invited to share the joy of Christmas (yes it is just around the corner!) at the open home of Sue and Alan Airay. This year the chosen charity is Good night sleep tight charitable Trust. We will be open Nov 28th 29th and Dec 5th 6th, 10am - 3pm. Please gather up your friends and… View moreYou and yours are invited to share the joy of Christmas (yes it is just around the corner!) at the open home of Sue and Alan Airay. This year the chosen charity is Good night sleep tight charitable Trust. We will be open Nov 28th 29th and Dec 5th 6th, 10am - 3pm. Please gather up your friends and family and come along to 49 Malcom Ave in Beckenham to enjoy this wonderful event. Entry is a donation to the Charitable Trust.
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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!
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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.
Eels and whitebait will be wriggling across Woolston Village, etched into new pavers to illustrate the cultural significance of the area.
The sandblasted pavers are integral to a multimillion-dollar upgrade for the community village.
The tuna (eel) and īnaka (whitebait) pavers will sit at … View moreEels and whitebait will be wriggling across Woolston Village, etched into new pavers to illustrate the cultural significance of the area.
The sandblasted pavers are integral to a multimillion-dollar upgrade for the community village.
The tuna (eel) and īnaka (whitebait) pavers will sit at intersections where the side streets run towards the Heathcote River.
Tuna and īnaka live in the Heathcote River, which is also home to īnaka spawning sites.
Several bluestone pavers will also represent Woolston’s heritage, acknowledging those buildings lost during the 2010-2011 earthquakes.
Christchurch City Council’s Ferry Road Suburban Master Plan aims to revitalise the village while retaining the industrial character of the 150-year-old area.
The project – led by contractor Citycare – runs along Ferry Rd from Portman St to St Anne’s School. It includes decorative pavers, mini plazas, wider paths and cycle lanes, and more trees and plants.
Contractors have also relined the underground wastewater pipes along the main road, using the less disruptive spiral lining method, rather than having to dig a big trench to replace the pipes. All the wastewater work is now complete.
Work at the site will shut down for four weeks from early December until early January.
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.
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