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Surveying Canterbury’s urban centres You may have noticed two small aircraft flying overhead recently. They are undertaking high-resolution aerial surveys of our urban areas and some rural. Data from the surveys will contribute to better planning around flood and climate resilience. It also helps us provide more accurate land and topographic information to the public. As…
Canterbury Health Laboratories, part of Canterbury DHB, processed more than 4000 COVID-19 test swabs yesterday – a record for local testing. This included swabs taken at the drop-in CBTCs (community-based testing centres) and in general practice. Dr Helen Skinner, Senior Responsible Officer for the COVID-19 response, Canterbury DHB says this is a great cross-system response…
Opening hours at Lyttelton and Akaroa customer service centres are changing. Both service centres will be open from 10am–2pm, Monday to Friday. The new hours will begin at Lyttelton Service Centre, located at 18 Canterbury Street, on Monday 16 August. Akaroa Service Centre, located at its new premises at 78 Rue Lavaud, will follow suit…
A new sports centre is going to be built in South Hagley Park. The Christchurch City Council today has approved the Canterbury Cricket Trust’s plans to demolish the Hagley Sports Centre – formerly known as the Horticultural Hall – so that it can build a new sports centre. Christchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel says the new…
Local residents can help realise the potential of the former Shirley Community Centre site by sharing their ideas for the open space. Waipapa/Papanui Innes Community Board Chairperson Emma Norrish says the community suggestions can also help inform consultation on Christchurch’s Long Term Plan (LTP). “Our community needs a cohesive voice when advocating for project funding…
More of the facilities at Christchurch City Council-owned sport and recreation centres are being opened to the public. Spas, hydrotherapy pools and hydroslides are now open again and can be used without a booking. Pools and fitness centres can also be accessed without a booking outside of class times. Bookings are only required for group…