Wigram, Christchurch

2698 days ago

Correction

Shannon Beynon Reporter from Christchurch Mail

Last week we published an article about a proposal for a mens homeless shelter that is seeking funding from the Christchurch City Council through the Linwood-Central-Heathcote community board.

In that article, reference was made to Street 10. There were some inaccuracies in that article about … View more
Last week we published an article about a proposal for a mens homeless shelter that is seeking funding from the Christchurch City Council through the Linwood-Central-Heathcote community board.

In that article, reference was made to Street 10. There were some inaccuracies in that article about Street 10 which we regret.

Street 10 was not merely an "inner city day pad ... [for] the men to clean up and relax over coffee," and we apologise for any inference that it was.

Street 10 was based in Liverpool Street, not Manchester St as stated. It did not close because of the 2011 earthquake, although the building was destroyed.

Street 10 closed because, despite running a mobile support service for a year following the February 2011 earthquake where the team went around public parks giving out drinks, food, blankets, reassurance and information about what services were still operating, the trust couldn't compete with all the businesses previously in the CBD for a new building and could not get the funding needed to pay a higher rent.

The day centre proposed by the Collective for the Homeless does not replicate what was provided by Street 10, which was overseen by the Inner City Interagency Trust. While that comparison was drawn by key backer, Brenda Lowe-Johnson, there are key differences, including the inclusion of women, the community development model of practice in which Street 10 was based, the representation of people at every level of the organisation including the Trust Board and the multiple services Street 10 provided based on the self identified needs of people without safe and secure accommodation.

The article in question also quoted Ms Mora, despite the fact that the reporter had not recently spoken to her. The comments were misquoted from a story written some years ago and for this we unreservedly apologise.

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2699 days ago

Caravan for sale

Paul from Aidanfield

1990 Oxford Munro Ci 13 ft van for sale with awning
Very tidy condition inside and out
3 Berth with fridge ,gas cooker ,new wof etc
$14,000 call me anytime 0225360868

Price: $14,000

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GOOD QUALITY SECOND HAND FURNITURE

Stephen Brian from

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2707 days ago

Caravan for sale

David from Addington

Hi everyone, I have a year 2000 modern style caravan for sale, if anyone is interested please message me. It is an Avondale Rialto 525.
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2708 days ago

Alistair and Dale's Success

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Here at the Mike Pero Real Estate Halswell Office, we are very excited to have received multiple awards at last weeks South Island sales meeting. This is great recognition for the hard work we do in our neighbourhood. Remember to give us a call when you are thinking of selling - 0508 HALSWELL

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Matipo Garage

Heavy fog in the Garden city today so make sure you switch the headlights on. If one is out pop in to the workshop and we will sort it out for you :-)

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Make a difference in your neighbourhood

Z

Good in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your … View moreGood in the Hood is back. This month when you come into Z, you can vote to help groups that make a difference in your neighbourhood – whether it’s providing free meals, saving native wildlife or enriching the lives of the disabled. So come on, get into your local Z and vote to make your community a better place. Meet the groups

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How to cut down your power bill!

Electric Kiwi

As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking … View more
As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
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