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Ever felt your reno was never going to end? Spare a thought for the owners of this Fendalton homestead. Restoring their home and gardens after the 2011 earthquakes took six long years, and included rolling the entire house onto the front lawn so new foundations could be laid before rolling it back … View moreEver felt your reno was never going to end? Spare a thought for the owners of this Fendalton homestead. Restoring their home and gardens after the 2011 earthquakes took six long years, and included rolling the entire house onto the front lawn so new foundations could be laid before rolling it back again.
But the hard work's paid off. The epic project has been recognised in the 2018 Canterbury Architecture Awards, where it won a Heritage Award for its "sensitive alterations" and "seamless transitions from old to new".
Have you tackled a reno project of you own, big or small? We'd love to hear about it.
Once upon a time, marmalade on toast was a winter staple. In our upcoming July issue though, gardening guru Lynda Hallinan says marmalade is in danger of extinction because fewer and fewer people are buying, making or eating it! So tell us: Do you still like marmalade? Yes or no, don't forget … View moreOnce upon a time, marmalade on toast was a winter staple. In our upcoming July issue though, gardening guru Lynda Hallinan says marmalade is in danger of extinction because fewer and fewer people are buying, making or eating it! So tell us: Do you still like marmalade? Yes or no, don't forget to tell us why.
Tūranga, the largest public library in the South Island, is expected to open later this year. Before it does, get your city libraries membership to access our many library resources.
Learn how here on Newsline: bit.ly...
Check out the latest water update on the Council's efforts to end chlorination here on Newsline: bit.ly...
Interested in topics on meal planning, smart shopping and storage to help with your household food waste reduction? Come along on Friday 22 June from 6pm to 8pm to the Food Lovers Masterclass.
A sign language interpreter will be provided at this workshop as the event is organised with Deaf … View moreInterested in topics on meal planning, smart shopping and storage to help with your household food waste reduction? Come along on Friday 22 June from 6pm to 8pm to the Food Lovers Masterclass.
A sign language interpreter will be provided at this workshop as the event is organised with Deaf Aotearoa. Find out more here: bit.ly...
Hear Again are conveniently located at The Hub, Hornby, and offer the very best in hearing healthcare. From earwax removal by micro-suction to hearing tests and the provision of the very latest hearing devices, the friendly, professional team never fail to deliver.
… View moreHear Again are conveniently located at The Hub, Hornby, and offer the very best in hearing healthcare. From earwax removal by micro-suction to hearing tests and the provision of the very latest hearing devices, the friendly, professional team never fail to deliver.
Book your FREE hearing check or FREE hearing device demonstration and start re-joining the conversation.
Firewood retailers are warning consumers to watch out for "cowboys" selling wet wood on social media.
Demand for firewood in Christchurch is peaking ahead of winter, with wait times for bigger loads already stretching out to more than two months.
Are you prepared or are you … View moreFirewood retailers are warning consumers to watch out for "cowboys" selling wet wood on social media.
Demand for firewood in Christchurch is peaking ahead of winter, with wait times for bigger loads already stretching out to more than two months.
Are you prepared or are you struggling to get enough firewood this year?
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A two-year delay by the Ministry of Health to develop facilities at Christchurch Hospital has created a risk of service failure, Canterbury District Health Board members say.
The board noted quake-related repairs had not been undertaken and when the acute services building opens in September … View moreA two-year delay by the Ministry of Health to develop facilities at Christchurch Hospital has created a risk of service failure, Canterbury District Health Board members say.
The board noted quake-related repairs had not been undertaken and when the acute services building opens in September 2019, Canterbury will be left with both a bed and theatre shortage.
Read more on this issue by clicking the link below and let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Looking for exciting and inspirational ideas on ways to reduce your food waste? Come along to the Food Lovers Masterclass with Kate Meads on 22 June from 6pm to 8pm.
There will also have a sign language interpreter at this workshop as the event is organised with Deaf Aotearoa. Find out more … View moreLooking for exciting and inspirational ideas on ways to reduce your food waste? Come along to the Food Lovers Masterclass with Kate Meads on 22 June from 6pm to 8pm.
There will also have a sign language interpreter at this workshop as the event is organised with Deaf Aotearoa. Find out more here: bit.ly...
Regenerate Christchurch have released a the long-awaited plan intended to fix Christchurch City's heart.
The new plan for the city's Cathedral Square will see a mix of green and paved surfaces to create a strong city heart and encourage events. Its execution is intended to be phased, … View moreRegenerate Christchurch have released a the long-awaited plan intended to fix Christchurch City's heart.
The new plan for the city's Cathedral Square will see a mix of green and paved surfaces to create a strong city heart and encourage events. Its execution is intended to be phased, rolled out in stages as building projects around the square were completed.
As suggested in a draft concept released last year, the redesigned square would have three main spaces, each with their own character – a green zone with trees and water southeast of Christ Church Cathedral, a youth-friendly meeting space by the new library, and a large event and meeting space on the western side.
Were you aware of the plans? What do you think about them? Do you like the designs? Is there anything missing?
Read more about the plans here
The two-day earthquake symposium will be held at the University of Canterbury in November.
Read more about it on Newsline: bit.ly...
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.
If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View moreThanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.
If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.
Hi Canterbury,
Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports … View moreHi Canterbury,
Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Kiwis think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”
National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:
“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”
#NVW2018
REVIEW: The food gods were listening and they might just be Italian.
A couple of months ago I reviewed Somerfield Italian restaurant Piccolo and bemoaned the lack of similar establishments.
"In a perfect world, every suburb would have a neighbourhood Italian restaurant," I wrote.
… View moreREVIEW: The food gods were listening and they might just be Italian.
A couple of months ago I reviewed Somerfield Italian restaurant Piccolo and bemoaned the lack of similar establishments.
"In a perfect world, every suburb would have a neighbourhood Italian restaurant," I wrote.
Weeks later, neighbourhood Italian restaurant The Birdwood opened in Beckenham, and after giving them a chance to find their feet, I subjected the staff to the cruelest of tests: bringing four ravenous boys on a wet Saturday night.
When we booked, we had been warned that we would be at a high bar table and when I saw how packed the restaurant was when we arrived, I had to apologise as three boys had turned into four. Would that be a problem? It took some scrambling to find a spare chair but we were seated, no problem.
-- Read the full review by clicking the link below.
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