Christchurch City Council is investigating the unauthorised digging of a trench on former red-zoned land near Pages Road because planning rules may have been breached. The land where the trench was dug is currently owned by Land Information New Zealand, on behalf of the Crown. Before that it was privately owned. “We are in an […]
New Chair for Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee The newly appointed Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee Chair Kevin Brown thanks outgoing Chair Arapata Reuben for his passion, dedication, and commitment to freshwater management in Christchurch. At our 30 July meeting, I was elected Chair of the Christchurch West Melton Water Zone Committee. I […]
UC graduates set to join Fulbrighters from around the globe in virtual study after receiving 2020 award University of Canterbury (UC) graduates Robbie Morrison and Milena Petrovic are two of 49 students, scholars, artists and professionals to be honoured tonight at the Fulbright New Zealand Awards, held at Parliament. While studying towards his Bachelor of […]
UC Engineering researcher talks ‘Hidden Energy’ at Parliament University of Canterbury (UC) Engineering Senior Lecturer Dr Matthew Cowan was at the Beehive last week presenting to MPs as part of the Speaker’s Science Forum 2020. UC chemical and biological engineering lecturer Dr Matthew Cowan with MP for Waiariki, Tāmati Coffey at the Speaker’s Science Forum […]
Christchurch City Council is meeting at 9.30am on Thursday 13 August. The main items on the agenda for the public part of the meeting are: Reports from all the Community Boards outlining the major issues and projects in the areas. A report from the Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board that recommends the Council introduce a 30kmh speed […]
The perfect gift for a violinist: Upcoming concerts keep the flame of exciting, new and original contemporary music burning brightly at the University of Canterbury’s (UC) School of Music. Head of Performance at UC’s School of Music, Professor Mark Menzies, is a virtuoso violinist, violist, pianist, composer and writer who will perform works by himself […]
Get ready to tackle a big weekend of sport, music, sustainability and Matariki. Crusaders versus Highlanders Southern – and national – sporting supremacy is on the line on Sunday afternoon when the Crusaders host the Highlanders at Orangetheory Stadium in their Super Rugby Aotearoa clash. The Crusaders hold a seven-point lead on the competition ladder, and a […]
The husband of Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel, lawyer Rob Davidson, has died after a battle with cancer. Mr Davidson, the father of City Councillor Mike Davidson, was 69. Acting Mayor Andrew Turner says that the news has saddened Council staff and Councillors. “Our thoughts are with the Mayor, Councillor Davidson and all of Rob’s family […]
A fresh edge will boost Bishopdale Park following the approval of a new-look skate park. The Waimāero/Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood Community Board has backed the skate park revamp following positive feedback from local residents. Board Chairperson David Cartwright believes that the mix of new elements will appeal to beginners and intermediate-level skaters. “Skateboarding is firmly entrenched in the […]
A new-look Christchurch City Council public events programme will get under way in September. Council Events and Arts Manager Lucy Blackmore says the rejuvenated programme acknowledges the need for change in a post-COVID-19 events environment and has been created in partnership with the community. “We had already been looking at changes to our annual events […]