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Help the Warehouse support Pedal for Plunket provides support services for the development of health and wellbeing of New Zealand families.
With your help The Warehouse and Plunket are providing a baby essentials pack to families in need
Donate in store today and help give a child the best … View moreHelp the Warehouse support Pedal for Plunket provides support services for the development of health and wellbeing of New Zealand families.
With your help The Warehouse and Plunket are providing a baby essentials pack to families in need
Donate in store today and help give a child the best start in life.
We are in desperate need of foster homes
If you would like to join our team and help socialize and look after our kittens in your own home we can supply everything you will need. Just fill in our volunteer form and we will be in touch!
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My recent fostering experience.
… View moreWe are in desperate need of foster homes
If you would like to join our team and help socialize and look after our kittens in your own home we can supply everything you will need. Just fill in our volunteer form and we will be in touch!
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My recent fostering experience.
I recently fostered Miss Grayson for 2 1/2 weeks (see photo of grey female kitten below). She was about 12 weeks and had been desexed and had been in our intake centre for over a month. This means she was in a crate and although she was getting cuddles and her crate cleaned twice daily from the volunteers cleaners, it is not the same as having one on one love and care and freedom in a room of her own, before she get adopted to her forever home. She was adopted last Tuesday and I have now had updates from her owners and she is being showered with love and affection and has two feline siblings.
Due to the inn being so full, I thought I would help again, so on the following Wednesday, I picked up two black 6 week old kittens (both undesexed) named Bonnie and Buster. They are adorable and providing me with lots of distraction and entertainment during this sad time in Christchurch. I will have them until they are of the correct weight and can be desexed and put up for adoption on trademe, which maybe 2-3 weeks.
If you have a spare room, lots of love to give please go and apply on the link above and register to be a fosterer. Someone will ring you up and have a phone interview with you and the process will begin there.
If you have filled out the form and no one has gotten back to you and you still can foster, please pm this page and I will go into our volunteer data and check that the information has gotten through and will prompt someone to give you a ring.
We have more kittens coming into intake daily and are running out of room. We need your help to help them.
A terror attack in Christchurch on Friday has left 49 people dead and dozens seriously injured. Here's the latest you need to know about how this is affecting the city.
UPDATE Tuesday 4.20pm:
**Most sport to go ahead
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Most sport and planned events will be going ahead as usual this weekend.
… View moreA terror attack in Christchurch on Friday has left 49 people dead and dozens seriously injured. Here's the latest you need to know about how this is affecting the city.
UPDATE Tuesday 4.20pm:
**Most sport to go ahead
**
Most sport and planned events will be going ahead as usual this weekend.
People should check their regional sports organisation’s website for any draw updates. People should be aware there may still be some cordons in place so allow plenty to time to get to your game.
Primary school sports that usually take place on South Hagley Park on Friday afternoon maybe cancelled if road cordons are not lifted prior. Schools will be advised directly by Primary School Sports about cancellation.
Secondary school sports that usually take place on South Hagley Park on Wednesday afternoon will be transferred to North Hagley Park.
People may notice an increased police presence at events and places linked to Friday’s tragedy. They are there to provide reassurance to the public.
UPDATE Tuesday 2.30pm:
**Victim Support fund raises over $6m
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Victim Support has now received over $6 million through its online Givealittle campaign, launched in support of victims affected by Friday’s shootings in Christchurch.
"This is an unprecedented fundraising response to an unprecedented tragedy in New Zealand and we thank everybody who has donated,” said Victim Support Chief Executive Kevin Tso.
"The amount we have raised is overwhelming and reflects the tragedy’s widespread ripple effect and the human desire to help others in need. New Zealand and the world are in mourning.”
UPDATE Tuesday 2.05pm:
**Beware of scammers seeking donations
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Vodafone, Spark, Vocus and 2degrees are warning all customers to be cautious of scammers looking to take advantage of Kiwi generosity and benefit from the Christchurch terror attack through fraudulent donations.
There have been multiple incidents of fake donation websites, social media requests, phishing emails, calls, txts and door-to-door solicitations. To ensure donations make it to the intended victims, please take the advice of CERT NZ, the government agency that oversees cybersecurity, and donate directly on registered charity or bank websites, rather than using links in emails or on social media.UPDATE Tuesday 10am:
A Remember Those Who Lost Their Lives 15-3-19 vigil will be held in North Hagley Park on Sunday night between 5 and 7pm.
Christchurch City Council is helping the organisers of this event by offering assistance with traffic management, security, portaloos, lighting and signage.
UPDATE Tuesday 7.25am:
Road closures still in place
The road closures put in place after Friday's terror attack remain in place this morning. Be prepared for delays when travelling in and around the city. The key areas to expect some delays when travelling around are:
- Linwood/Eastgate
- Deans Avenue
- Hospital Corner
**Support and help**
Donations are being accepted for The Christchurch Foundation's Our People, Our City Fund at most banks or by bank transfer to the following bank account: The Christchurch Foundation 15-3976-0091104-80.
The foundation will work with Muslim communities to distribute the fund.
Anyone wanting to offer practical assistance to those affected by Friday’s tragedy can call the Council Contact Centre on 941-8999 (or 0800 800 169) or email info@ccc.govt.nz. Staff will record all offers of assistance and forward them to the appropriate agencies.
People needing mental well-being support or advice can call or text 1737 anytime day or night to talk to a trained counsellor.
ACC is offering financial support to those who have been injured or have lost a loved one in Friday's mosque shootings. You can find details on how to access ACC's financial support on their website.
UPDATE Monday 5.15pm:
Traffic is heavy along Rolleston Avenue as many people visit the site by the Botanic Gardens where people are leaving flowers, and messages of support for the Muslim community.
Aldwins Road is also experiencing more traffic and motorists need to be prepared for delays.
Meanwhile, Ruru Road is currently closed between Hay Street and Maces Road.
UPDATE Monday 4.20pm
Community gathering planned
A community-driven event is planned for North Hagley Park this Saturday. The Christchurch March for Love is planned for 10am. Organised by Christchurch students, the march aims to bring people together to show their love in a time of great adversity.
If you plan to attend this event, please check the Facebook page for updates.
Friday, 6.10pm
The lock-down has been lifted on all Council buildings and facilities, meaning people are now able to return to their homes. Public facilities, including pools and recreation centres, will be closed for the remainder of the night.
Sport and recreation centres will be open as … View moreFriday, 6.10pm
The lock-down has been lifted on all Council buildings and facilities, meaning people are now able to return to their homes. Public facilities, including pools and recreation centres, will be closed for the remainder of the night.
Sport and recreation centres will be open as usual tomorrow.
Please be aware that there may be some road closures and traffic delays because of the ongoing police operation. For more information on road closures check out the Transport for Christchurch Facebook page.
Friday, 5.05pm
Mayor Lianne Dalziel has spoken on the Council's Facebook page(external link) about the unfolding incidents in the city Here is a transcript of what she had to say:
I would never believe I would be standing in front of a camera and talking to the people of Christchurch about the shocking incident that has affected us all. We still have sketchy details about what has actually happened and I will certainly be trying to get messages out to people as soon as I have more information to give. The city remains in lock-down and it is important that if people are inside, they stay inside. Don’t venture out. This is still an active situation and Police are still doing everything they can to get the situation under control.
The schools are in lockdown – the children are at school and they are safe. We have all of our facilities in lock-down – we are not letting people in and we are not letting people out.
I think it is really important that people remain absolutely calm and feel free to talk to friends and family about the feelings that you will have. It’s natural. I could never believe that something like this would happen in the city of Christchurch, but actually I would never believe that this would happen in New Zealand. It looks as if simply the worst has happened. We need to pull together and get through this situation.
I do apologise to those who are deaf. I would have somebody who signs standing beside me but because of the lock-down I cannot get anyone into the building to support me. We will get a transcript of this up as soon as we possibly can.
Please send a message to any family or friends and pass it on that we are to keep ourselves safe under the circumstances and as soon as we know any different we will let you know what is going on. There is a lot of speculation happening right now and all we can do is trust the Police to do what they do best and to support them in the directions they have given us.
Thank you for your time. I’m really sorry to be saying this to you today.
Friday, 4.50pm
Bus services in Christchurch have been in lock-down but Environment Canterbury is about to resume services. However, some services may be affected by road closures.
UPDATE 3.35pm:
The current road closures are in place:
Blenheim Rd CLOSED eastbound from Clarence St
Moorhouse Ave CLOSED westbound from Montreal St
Riccarton Rd CLOSED eastbound from Clarence St
Deans Ave CLOSED south bound from Kilmarnock St
Linwood Ave is CLOSED between Aldwins Rd and Worcester St
Blenheim Rd CLOSED eastbound from Clarence St
Moorhouse Ave CLOSED westbound from Montreal St
Christchurch Southern Motorway CLOSED eastbound from SH73 / SH75 Curletts Rd interchange
SH76 Brougham St CLOSED westbound from Waltham Rd
Motorists are advised to avoid any unnecessary travel around the city at this time.
Friday, 3.30pm
Parents who are worried about children who may be at Council facilities can be assured that Council staff are looking after them. Please do not try and get to them while the police operation is still under way. You will be advised when it is safe for you to pick them up.
Friday, 3.20pm
Police road closures are in place on Brougham St between Strickland and Durham streets. Linwood Ave is partially closed.
Deans Ave is closed between Riccarton Rd and Moorhouse Ave.
Friday, 3.10pm
All Council-owned facilities across the city are now in full lock-down.
If your child was attending the climate change protest in Cathedral Square and you want to check if they are in the Civic Offices, please call the Council Contact Centre on 941-8999. Council staff will take your details and check if your child is in the building. Please do not try and come and collect your children until police say it is safe for people to come into the central city.
Friday, 2.50pm update
All Council buildings in the central city are now in complete lock-down, with no one allowed in or out. This lock-down will remain in place until further noticce.In response to a serious ongoing incident, all Council-owned facilities across the city are now in full lock-down.
Police road closures are in place on Brougham St between Strickland and Durham streets. Linwood Ave is partially closed. Deans Ave is closed between Riccarton Rd and Moorhouse Ave.
If your child was attending the climate change protest in Cathedral Square and you want to check if they are in the Civic Offices, please call the Council Contact Centre on 941-8999. Council staff will take your details and check if your child is in the building. Please do not try and come and collect your children until police say it is safe for people to come into the central city.
For more information head to Newsline.
Fifty people have died after a gunman opened fire at two mosques in Christchurch. Stay informed for live updates.
Are you looking for a chance to give back to your community and support victims of crime and trauma in Canterbury?
Victim Support volunteers are people who give up some of their time each week to provide support and information to people affected by crime and tragedy.
Hear Tracy, Paul , … View moreAre you looking for a chance to give back to your community and support victims of crime and trauma in Canterbury?
Victim Support volunteers are people who give up some of their time each week to provide support and information to people affected by crime and tragedy.
Hear Tracy, Paul , Apoorva and Karen talk about their volunteering experience or find out more now at victimsupport.org.nz
April - Canterbury Area Manager
Monthly AEA web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For March it is 9am Sunday (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.
Do you live in this area?
If so, we want to know if you support the idea of paying a targeted rate (on top of what you’d ordinarily pay) to help fund the new Akaroa Community Health Centre.
To find out more and to have your say, head to our website.
Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.
Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe… View moreMaking the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.
Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe the general atmosphere. Find out why Bill and Leonie from Jane Mander Retirement Village in Whangerei, found the support and care they needed from the village community.
Due to reopen to traffic for the first time in eight years, Sumner Road has become the focus of a new exhibition opening this weekend at the Lyttelton Library and the Mataku Takotako: Sumner Centre.
To find out more, head to Newsline.
A radical overhaul of Christchurch's school network will see all of the city's state secondary schools zoned.
A seven-year project by local principals and boards of trustees to manage enrolments across the city culminated in an announcement on Monday that seven schools – Burnside … View moreA radical overhaul of Christchurch's school network will see all of the city's state secondary schools zoned.
A seven-year project by local principals and boards of trustees to manage enrolments across the city culminated in an announcement on Monday that seven schools – Burnside High, Hillmorton High, Mairehau High, Papanui High, Riccarton High School, Linwood College, and Haeata Community Campus – will amend or implement their enrolment zones. Keep updated here
"Single roses die beautifully," says our Akaroa columnist Barbara Lea Taylor. "They fall petal by petal to reveal a crown of gold or amber stamens."
The way you parent has little effect on post-traumatic stress your children may be experiencing, research shows.
University of Canterbury researcher Dr Kathleen Liberty says parenting styles account for about 2 to 5 per cent of the variance in childhood post-traumatic stress disorder.
This … View moreThe way you parent has little effect on post-traumatic stress your children may be experiencing, research shows.
University of Canterbury researcher Dr Kathleen Liberty says parenting styles account for about 2 to 5 per cent of the variance in childhood post-traumatic stress disorder.
This knowledge should reassure parents who believe their children's trauma and anxiety arises from the stress the Canterbury earthquakes have placed on many families, and remind schools dealing with quake-affected children not to engage in "parent shaming", Liberty says.
Canterbury's top police boss has directed all frontline officers in the region to be armed after a street shoot-out.
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