Christchurch terror attacks: What you need to know
Libraries and Recreation & Sport centres will open as usual this week.
Traffic disruption around the city is likely to continue with a number of roads likely to remain closed for some time. This means there will be heavier traffic in surrounding areas and travel disruption can be expected during the week.
Deans Ave is CLOSED between Riccarton Rd and Blenheim Rd.
Riccarton Ave is OPEN between Hagley Ave and Deans Ave.
Riccarton Rd is OPEN between Clarence St and Deans Ave.
Linwood Ave OPEN westbound only. It remains CLOSED eastbound between Gloucester St and Aldwins Rd.
Cashel St CLOSED eastbound to Linwood Ave.
Hereford St CLOSED eastbound to Linwood Ave.
For the latest information please visit Council's website: ccc.govt.nz
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
What workplace change would you like to see most?
This coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in short supply, his employer had to agree.
As more skilled workers arrived, employers tried to change working conditions, but Parnell and others kept pushing for better rights. In 1890, Parnell led a Labour Day parade of 1,500 people to promote the eight-hour day. He passed away shortly after, and nine years later, Labour Day became an official public holiday.
Do you feel that we have reached the ideal in working environments yet? What rights are you passionate about relating to employment? Share your thoughts!
Willoughbridge
Hi neighbours. "Willoughbridge" is our 3 acre garden set in Southbrook, Rangiora. We are Secret Gardens hosts, which means we are pleased to share our knowledge and our garden with like minded people. We provide guided 2 hr tours of Willoughbridge for a set fee, 10% of which is donated to Satisfy Food Rescue of Kaiapoi. For further information and bookings, visit secretgardens.co.nz. "Willoughbridge" is also found on FB and Instagram, where we have regular updates and tips and tricks. We hope you will find something of interest in our posts. Happy Gardening.
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