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Christchurch City Council Resource Recovery Manager Ross Trotter lifts the lid on what happens with the stuff that you put in your red, green and yellow wheelie bins. Remember that empty tomato sauce bottle that you put in your yellow wheelie bin for recycling? Did you know that could end up back in your house…
All design options considered for the Wheels to Wings Papanui ki Waiwhetū cycleway will be on display as part of three public information days in October. The information days follow on from consultation earlier this year on an initial design for the cycleway. They were originally scheduled to take place in September, but had to…
Visitors to the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor might stumble across naturalised pockets of longer grass and plants as the Christchurch City Council undertakes revegetation trials in the Richmond and Bexley areas. Red Zone Manager Brenden Winder says because they’ve found some areas with high ground water that are trying to restore themselves to natural wetlands,…
When 74-year-old Minh Lengoc visited Jellie Park for his daily swim on 24 May he had no inkling that his heart was about to stop beating. The retired scientist had spent about 45 minutes swimming lengths in the pool – as he did most days – and was gathering up his gear when he went…
Ted Talks – October 2021 Kaikōura Water Zone Committee chair Ted Howard Hear from Kaikōura Water Zone Committee chair Ted Howard, who explores water quality in the zone. Just like that, another month or two has gone by! Recently, the Committee heard from Environment Canterbury staff, who presented data and trends for Kaikōura’s surface and…
Want a quick run-down on how coastal hazards might impact Christchurch and Banks Peninsula in the future? Then check out our Coastal Hazards 101 video. It provides an easy to understand overview of why Christchurch and Banks Peninsula are at risk of coastal hazards and what we might expect to see happen over the next…
Latest update: 04/11/2020 South Frame closer to completion October 2020 The South Frame Greenway is a step closer to completion with a new area between Durham and Montreal Streets complete, and construction underway on one of the last key sections around Team Hutchinson Ford. The Greenway is a pedestrian and cycle-friendly shared path that will…
Latest update: 24/11/2020 Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre construction update November 2020 Construction of Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is expected to be completed by the middle of next year. Following a commissioning period, the first events are likely to be held in the second half of 2021. Ōtākaro Limited Chief Executive, John Bridgman, says…
Latest update: 10/04/2021 Ceremonial entranceway for new convention centre April 2021 A stunning white Ngutu, or ceremonial entranceway, will be a feature of the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. Called Te Aika, which means ‘the home people’ (Te Aika is a Ngāi Tahu version of Te ahi kā: ‘the home fires burning’), the artwork recognises…
Latest update: 15/10/2021 Unparalleled Development Opportunities October 2021 Ōtākaro Limited is excited to be bringing two large central city sites on Manchester Street to market for medium/high-density housing developments. Apartment-style living here will complement the existing townhouses in the area and give more people the opportunity to call central Christchurch home. We look forward to hearing…
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UC research uses mouthguards to measure rugby collisions Whether it’s a child learning how to tackle or professional players at the Super Rugby Final, mouthguards are essential kit. But imagine if this rugby accessory could help improve performance as well as safety? As a Masters student, Hamish participated in the University of Canterbury and Crusaders…
UC offers first internationally accredited BSc Biology major The University of Canterbury is offering the first Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree biological sciences major in Australasia to be internationally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, announced today. UC’s Head of School of Biological Sciences | Te Kura Pūtaiao Koiora, Professor Matthew Turnbull says he…
Motorists are urged to take it slower as new safer speed limits are coming into effect on many of Banks Peninsula’s steep and winding rural roads and settlements. “Banks Peninsula has a complex network of winding roads and steep inclines which can be challenging,’’ says Christchurch City Council Transport Operations Manager Steffan Thomas. “Following consultation…
Property owners who share a private drinking water or wastewater system are being encouraged to get in touch with Christchurch City Council. The Council is gathering information about shared water systems to update its records for the district. It does not apply to private single-property systems, such as rainwater or septic tanks, only those shared…
Canterbury, let’s give it a shot! Environment Canterbury’s Chair and Deputy Chair are right behind the www.90forcanterbury.co.nz campaign to see 90 percent of Cantabrians with at least their first COVID-19 shot by Labour Weekend. Chair Jenny Hughey They have had their first shot and are challenging the region to get out in front of the…
Support available to achieve the best outcomes for the land and environment Two new faces that you may see around, are our biodiversity and land management advisors for Christchurch West Melton and Banks Peninsula, Martin Rutledge and Will Todhunter. The pair are both passionate about their roles, and are keen to talk to people to…
With summer just eight weeks away we need Cantabrians who haven’t already received their COVID-19 vaccinations to get them now, so we can enjoy everything a classic Kiwi summer has to offer. Mayor Lianne Dalziel and Christchurch City Councillors give the thumbs up to the nationwide effort to get people vaccinated against COVID-19. That’s the…
Two damaged and aged sections of Akaroa’s sea wall will be repaired over the coming weeks so that they are in tip-top shape for the summer ahead. Christchurch City Council has awarded Fulton Hogan the job of carrying out repair and maintenance work on the section of sea wall between: 51 and 79 Beach Road…
The planned 2021 South Island Moon Festival in Christchurch has been delayed a year. The festival was scheduled to run from 18 to 21 November 2021 but ChristchurchNZ says the event cannot proceed under COVID-19 Alert Level 2. They are rescheduling the event for spring 2022. “We would like to thank all the event partners,…
ChristchurchNZ CEO Joanna Norris says, “We would like to thank all the event partners, suppliers, performers and staff who have worked extensively over the last two years to develop this exciting new event. ChristchurchNZ is looking forward to reactivating the program in 2022, in partnership with the festival producers Strut & Fret, and to delivering…
Students’ e-cigarette use increases after legalisation Students are vaping more since nicotine-containing e-cigarettes became legal in New Zealand in 2018, a research team led by University of Canterbury Health Sciences Adjunct Fellow Dr Ben Wamamili has found. Caption: Dr Ben Wamalili researches the prevalence of vaping amongst young people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Dr Wamamili’s…
Ritchies public transport drivers receive Living Wage Environment Canterbury are pleased to have partnered with Ritchies Transport to pay their Christchurch bus drivers the Living Wage. In July this year, Environment Canterbury Council approved the investigation and implementation of a base driver wage that was equivalent to the Living Wage that came into effect on…
Constructed wetland documentary released Watch the documentary Whakaora Te Ahuriri – A Wetland for Te Waihora has been shown for the first time at the International Wetlands Conference (Intecol). The documentary, funded by us, the Government’s Freshwater Improvement Fund, and produced by us, celebrates the creation of a constructed wetland in a culturally significant and…
Waimakariri water zone welcomes a new member Two members have been appointed to the Waimakariri Water Zone Committee following a refresh process to ensure new perspectives are reflected. New member, Martha Jolly was recently appointed, and Michael Blackwell was reappointed to the committee. The refresh ensures a flow of fresh ideas and opinions at the…
Banks Peninsula hosts a range of exciting events at this year’s Christchurch Heritage Festival. The theme this year is People and Place – our stories revealed. Council Head of Urban Design, Regeneration and Heritage Carolyn Ingles says it’s a celebration of the diverse people who have made their home on the peninsula over time. “There…
Feedback is being sought on how Christchurch City Council should work with communities to plan for, manage and adapt to coastal hazards. Two documents were released for feedback today following approval by the Urban Development and Transport Committee. The draft Coastal Adaptation Framework lays out guiding principles for adaptation planning and a process for engagement…
Celeste Donovan has been elected the new Coastal ward Councillor. Progress results show 31.25 per cent of Coastal electors have voted in the Christchurch City Council by-election: Celeste Donovan (Independent Positive Community Action) has 1507 votes. David East (Independent) has 1081 votes. Andre Hopman (Independent) has 962 votes. Caleb Isaacs (Independent) has 920 votes. Kelly…
A better bus shelter and improved waiting areas are on their way for users of The Palms bus hub in Shirley. The New Brighton Road bus stop will be moved towards the Marshlands Road intersection to create a more attractive space for the 250 bus passengers that use the bus stop each day. Christchurch City…
Contractors working on the upgrade of High Street are trying to make up for time lost during the COVID-19 lockdown and hope to have the most disruptive work finished in early December. When work started on the High Street upgrade, Christchurch City Council and Fulton Hogan were working towards having the bulk of the work…