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It's going to be a beautiful morning pretty much everywhere in the country - so let's get as many kids and their families as possible out of their cars and walking/riding/scooting for this morning's school run. Tell us about it: what are you going to do; how does it work for you? How… View moreIt's going to be a beautiful morning pretty much everywhere in the country - so let's get as many kids and their families as possible out of their cars and walking/riding/scooting for this morning's school run. Tell us about it: what are you going to do; how does it work for you? How does it differ from your memories of footing it to school as a kid?
An important plank of our Foot It campaign this year has been to encourage councils to lower speed limits outside schools. Families and schools have been enthusiastic about our initiatives to make it easier for kids to get out of the car. And when we wrote to all New Zealand's mayors in February, they offered resounding support: many wrote back promising to do their best to lower speeds, but cautioning that their hands were tied by NZ Transport Agency rules that (extraordinarily) stood in the way of lower speed limits.
Now, the Government has stepped up too: Associate transport minister Craig Foss has announced new Speed Management Guidelines that will make it simpler for councils to lower speeds on the roads that are busiest with cyclists and pedestrians. Read more from this weekend's Sunday Star-Times: www.stuff.co.nz...
We welcome this. So last week, we wrote to the mayors again (many of whom are new to the roles after the local body elections) challenging them to commit to putting lower speed limits outside schools on their council agendas in the first half of 2017. The Sunday Star-Times and Stuff will report their responses, whether they be good or gutless.
It's not just about the Government and councils, though: it's about taking responsibility as communities and individuals. So take the initiative: bylaw or no bylaw, if enough of us voluntarily slow down as we drive past schools in our towns and neighbourhoods, that will slow other traffic and make our streets safer for our kids.
TODAY'S WEATHER: We've attached the MetService rain map for this morning. In short, it's a great day to walk, ride or scoot to school with your kids, anywhere in the country. But this afternoon, a pile of rain is going to land, splash, in the middle of the North Island and Hawke's Bay. Don't say you weren't warned ....
THE FOOT IT PLEDGE: We're all busy - but many of us can find ONE day a week when we can scoot or walk with our kids to school. So make the pledge!
Join one of our Neighbourly Foot It clubs - the Monday Club, Tuesday Club, Wednesday Club, Thursday Club or Friday Club – and you'll go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters, valued at up to $179.95 each. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
THE SUNDAY STAR-TIMES SAYS:
* Families: Choose one day a week when you walk, scoot or ride with your kids to and from school.
* Schools: Set up walking buses, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
* Councils: Create and enforce lower speed zones outside every school.
TELL US YOUR STORIES: What's the most memorable experience you or your kids have had while commuting to school? Share your story at Stuff Nation and go into the draw for 20 more Micro scooters. www.stuff.co.nz...
BE SAFE: Tips for a safe school run. www.microscooters.co.nz...
The women's singles and men's pairs will battle for World Cup glory during the finals of the World Bowls Championships at Burnside Bowling Club. Tickets available at the gate or from www.ticketek.co.nz... #WB2016
Water restrictions are now in place in Akaroa. To find out the restriction level, visit ccc.govt.nz, check the Akaroa sign or call 0800 800 169.
Finals fever has hit Burnside Bowling Club. Check out the World Bowls finals action LIVE on SKY. Tickets available at the gate or from www.ticketek.co.nz... #WB2016
From next Monday, December 5, our Recreation and Sports Centres will be challenging you to complete the 12 Days of Fitness Challenge! You can enter the draw for a $50 Westfield voucher simply by picking up a challenge card from one of our friendly fitness instructors at Jellie Park, Pioneer, Graham… View moreFrom next Monday, December 5, our Recreation and Sports Centres will be challenging you to complete the 12 Days of Fitness Challenge! You can enter the draw for a $50 Westfield voucher simply by picking up a challenge card from one of our friendly fitness instructors at Jellie Park, Pioneer, Graham Condon and QEII. There’ll be plenty of variety and new exercises designed to help you achieve your goals, whatever they are!
Winners announced December 19th.
Calling all SUPER KIDS! Be in to win with our waterwatch colouring contest!
Learn easy water conservation tips to be in to WIN awesome prizes with our waterwatch colouring contest. Prizes include shopping vouchers and a free term of Swimsmart lessons! We’ll also be giving away weekly pool … View moreCalling all SUPER KIDS! Be in to win with our waterwatch colouring contest!
Learn easy water conservation tips to be in to WIN awesome prizes with our waterwatch colouring contest. Prizes include shopping vouchers and a free term of Swimsmart lessons! We’ll also be giving away weekly pool entries to Jellie Park, Graham Condon, and Pioneer so get colouring! Visit ccc.govt.nz/waterwise to enter and to view Ts&Cs.
It's semi-final time at the Burnside Bowling Club. Get your ticket at the gate or from www.ticketek.co.nz... #WB2016
Get into the Christmas feeling and catch up with your neighbours at the SuperValue Lyttelton Christmas Party, Thursday 8th December, 3pm to 6pm. There will be savings, prizes, giveaways, delicious food tastings and demonstrations. Great fun for the whole family! We hope to see you here!
Are there any clever repair people out there that now how to replace the drum seal on this front loader and can give me a quote? Thanks!
As above, would like someone to mow this backyard once a week, any recommendations?
Thanks in advance!
On Sunday 4th December all buses that travel along Riccarton Rd and adjacent streets will detour away from the area between 12.30 pm and 4 pm while the Christchurch Santa Parade is on. You can check your bus routes detour at www.facebook.com...
New shops are opening in the city centre. Read about the new stores in the ANZ Centre here: bit.ly... and the BNZ Centre here: bit.ly...
Will you be coming into the city for your Christmas shopping?
Christchurch City Council is seeking your feedback on a streetscape proposal for the Selwyn Street shops area - the section of Selwyn Street between Brougham and Coronation Streets.
The scope of the project includes changes to the road layout, additional trees, cycleways added to the road … View moreChristchurch City Council is seeking your feedback on a streetscape proposal for the Selwyn Street shops area - the section of Selwyn Street between Brougham and Coronation Streets.
The scope of the project includes changes to the road layout, additional trees, cycleways added to the road layout and new gateways. Have a look at our consultation booklet and then go through the link to have your say!
Choosing to take the bus gives you time to catch up on emails, read a book, update your newsfeed, chat with friends, relax before work, and generally get more out of your commuting time.
Find out if there is a high frequency Metro Line (the Blue Line, Yellow Line, Purple Line, Orange Line and … View moreChoosing to take the bus gives you time to catch up on emails, read a book, update your newsfeed, chat with friends, relax before work, and generally get more out of your commuting time.
Find out if there is a high frequency Metro Line (the Blue Line, Yellow Line, Purple Line, Orange Line and the Orbiter) bus service near you - check metroinfo.co.nz
As part of ongoing waste water infrastructure replacement works Woodham Rd will be closed this weekend between Worcester St and Kerrs Rd and then returned to the current one way setup.
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