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In a bid to overturn a scathing approval rating, Christchurch City Council is making moves to create a new residents’ forum.
The council says it wants people to feel they are being listened to and their views are respected. It also wants more people to trust the council’s decision-making … View moreIn a bid to overturn a scathing approval rating, Christchurch City Council is making moves to create a new residents’ forum.
The council says it wants people to feel they are being listened to and their views are respected. It also wants more people to trust the council’s decision-making process.
In May, the council released its annual residents’ survey, showing just half of the city’s residents were satisfied with the services it provided – down from 62 per cent last year.
Some 23 per cent of respondents were dissatisfied with council's performance and 27 per cent were neutral. It is the lowest result since 2007, when the question was first asked as part of the survey.
How do you feel about the council's performance? And will a new forum help? Give us your thoughts below.
Reusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately … View moreReusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately as a user could be burnt or scalded.
What you need to know:
- Contact Biopak or ring 0800 246 725 to get a refund on faulty items.
- The products were sold from January 2013 to September 2020
- All resuable coffee cups (8oz, 12oz, 16oz) in plain green or white should be
returned to Biopak.
- Those with custom names “SexieCoffie”, “Columbit”, “Echo”, “Hedland”, “Crop to Cup” or “Home Grain”. Should be returned immediately.
To find out more about this recall, see the government recall website.
Garage sale this Saturday 3rd October, 33 Dominion Avenue, Spreydon (rear section). 9am - 2pm
Native plants (Olearia, Lancewoods, Hebe, fern corms (native to ChCh) $4 each
Original artwork of ChCh buildings (pre '11 quake), watercolours of NZ landscapes, free art magazines tel: Pat 337… View moreGarage sale this Saturday 3rd October, 33 Dominion Avenue, Spreydon (rear section). 9am - 2pm
Native plants (Olearia, Lancewoods, Hebe, fern corms (native to ChCh) $4 each
Original artwork of ChCh buildings (pre '11 quake), watercolours of NZ landscapes, free art magazines tel: Pat 337 0079
Open to all.
Speakers are Helen Houghton - teacher of 15 years and Bronnie Lyell - Youth and family counsellor of 10 years. Both are also candidates for New Conservative Party.
Honest presentations followed by Questions and Answers
Tuesday Sept 29th, at 7pm
North New Brighton Community Centre
93 … View moreOpen to all.
Speakers are Helen Houghton - teacher of 15 years and Bronnie Lyell - Youth and family counsellor of 10 years. Both are also candidates for New Conservative Party.
Honest presentations followed by Questions and Answers
Tuesday Sept 29th, at 7pm
North New Brighton Community Centre
93 Marine Parade
Looking forward to seeing you
We’re watching the sunrise from the heart of the city at Moment Café. For barista Emma, dawn means a quiet moment before rush hour with a long black brewed with their very own Hummingbird blend, ‘Moment’.
What’s your first light moment at Moment Cafe - Christchurch City?
Discover … View moreWe’re watching the sunrise from the heart of the city at Moment Café. For barista Emma, dawn means a quiet moment before rush hour with a long black brewed with their very own Hummingbird blend, ‘Moment’.
What’s your first light moment at Moment Cafe - Christchurch City?
Discover what #BetterAtFirstLight means to us at hummingbirdcoffee.com
We are extremely happy to announce that at least 5 visas from a major retailer have been approved today after endlessly trying to convince INZ on employer compliance and other issues. From speaking to technical advisers to immigration managers; this has been ongoing for a while, but we very pleased… View moreWe are extremely happy to announce that at least 5 visas from a major retailer have been approved today after endlessly trying to convince INZ on employer compliance and other issues. From speaking to technical advisers to immigration managers; this has been ongoing for a while, but we very pleased with the outcome of these applications. Just goes to show how passionate we are to get the best services for our clients; and how we go the extra mile to make your dreams come true. 👏🤩🎉
Dark wood table seats 6 but extends to seat 10. Has centre flap to extend. Good condition but heavy. Made of mahogany wood.
Hey neighbours,
Every night Gary Bridgman’s Christchurch home is lit up like a sports stadium.
The Fendalton resident blames new LED streetlights installed on the street outside, and says complaints to the city council about an “unbelievable” glare coming through his windows have gone … View moreHey neighbours,
Every night Gary Bridgman’s Christchurch home is lit up like a sports stadium.
The Fendalton resident blames new LED streetlights installed on the street outside, and says complaints to the city council about an “unbelievable” glare coming through his windows have gone unresolved for weeks.
The two lights either side of the house produce a whiter light than their predecessors, Bridgman says, causing the house to be “lit up like it’s floodlit” at night. He has seen other LED streetlights in his area that are “very good”.
Council says the complaints are being investigated and the contractor has been asked to provide a solution.
What are your thoughts on this? Have you had a similar experience? Let us know below.
Land Air Water Aotearoa found urban waterways generally had the worst water quality, followed by those flowing through pastureland, while those in native forest had the best.
One expert said it was hard to find a Canterbury river where at least one indicator was not degrading, but improving … View moreLand Air Water Aotearoa found urban waterways generally had the worst water quality, followed by those flowing through pastureland, while those in native forest had the best.
One expert said it was hard to find a Canterbury river where at least one indicator was not degrading, but improving quality was a long-term game and people need to keep their eye on the ball.
Read the full story here.
Watch the world wake up from the patio at @room205chch, in the north west of Christchurch. At first light, barista Olivia and her dog Arlo take in the serenity of the neighbourhood, before serving up Hummingbird to the local early birds.
Sunny days guarantee that our patio will be full of … View moreWatch the world wake up from the patio at @room205chch, in the north west of Christchurch. At first light, barista Olivia and her dog Arlo take in the serenity of the neighbourhood, before serving up Hummingbird to the local early birds.
Sunny days guarantee that our patio will be full of guests enjoying a drink or treat. On not-so-sunny days, we also offer comfortable seating inside our cafe with free wifi and plenty of outlets!
What’s your first light moment at Room 205 - Fendalton?
Discover what #BetterAtFirstLight means to us at hummingbirdcoffee.com
70+ year old oak table and 4 chairs in very good condition from an estate. Very sturdy and well looked after. Better quality than some of the pieces made today.
Solid oak except for veneer on the table top, which needs some attention. One chair has a small piece broken off the back that … View more70+ year old oak table and 4 chairs in very good condition from an estate. Very sturdy and well looked after. Better quality than some of the pieces made today.
Solid oak except for veneer on the table top, which needs some attention. One chair has a small piece broken off the back that just needs glueing back in. The chairs have padded velvet seats. We can recommend an excellent cabinet maker who specialises in oak and know this table.
The table is 3' square and has two extension leaves which extend it to 5'2" long and can easily seat 6.
Price negotiable.
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