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From local democracy reporter David Hill:
A challenging environment has changed Waimakariri’s community priorities.
The Waimakariri District Council will review its community development strategy earlier than expected due to the challenges of Covid-19, climate change and the housing crisis.… View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill:
A challenging environment has changed Waimakariri’s community priorities.
The Waimakariri District Council will review its community development strategy earlier than expected due to the challenges of Covid-19, climate change and the housing crisis.
The last strategy was written in 2015, in the wake of the Canterbury earthquakes, and was expected to guide the council’s community team for the next 10 years.
‘‘A lot has changed since 2015, with Covid-19 and the emerging impacts of climate change, and we’ve seen increasing poverty and growing cultural diversity,’’ Waimakariri District Council community team manager Tessa Sturley said.
‘‘We think it’s important that we look at this afresh.’’
Speaking at last week’s community and recreation meeting, Sturley said the review would be conducted community wide.
Staff have already approached Mahaanui Kurataiao Ltd to ensure a bicultural, partnership approach is applied when developing the strategy.
‘‘It’s a strategic look at the wellbeing opportunities and connections of whole district, so it will include agencies that we work with and support,’’ Sturley said.
The aim of the community development strategy was to ‘‘provide a clear framework’’ for the community team in facilitating how to address local priorities, she said.
The council’s first community development strategy was developed in 2007 and identified the need for increased collaboration ‘‘to facilitate the creation of a safer, happier, healthier district’’.
It led to the establishment of the North Canterbury Family Violence Network, Waimakariri Health Advisory Group, Social Services Waimakariri and the North Canterbury Youth Services Network.
The 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes changed the social landscape, with a large influx of ‘‘earthquake refugees’’ from Christchurch and an increase in migrant workers.
A second community development strategy was prepared in 2015 with the goals of engaging with the community, informing the community about relevant issues and opportunities, and connecting people, groups and organisations.
It had resulted in the established of a migrants and newcomers group and the age-friendly plan.
Sturley said the new review would consider the social recovery from Covid-19, the impact of climate change and the importance of sustainability, inclusive communities and the housing crisis.
Council staff planned to develop a draft strategy by April next year, with the aim of it being adopted by the council in July, after a period of public consultation.
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Fathers day is coming up, have you planned a special way to celebrate?
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Cantamath returned to Christchurch on Wednesday after being postponed two years in a row due to Covid restrictions.
The normally annual mathematics competition involves students in years 6 to 10.
The winners of this year's teams competition were:
- Year 7: 1st Cobham Intermediate, … View moreCantamath returned to Christchurch on Wednesday after being postponed two years in a row due to Covid restrictions.
The normally annual mathematics competition involves students in years 6 to 10.
The winners of this year's teams competition were:
- Year 7: 1st Cobham Intermediate, 2nd Heaton Normal School, 3rd Middleton Grange.
- Year 8: four teams reached the golden 100 points 1st Rangi Ruru, 2nd Queenspark Primary School, 3rd Christ the King School, also to reach 100 points Cobham Intermediate.
- Year 9: 1st with 100 golden points St Andrew’s College Team 1, 2nd Burnside High School Team 3, 3rd Christ’s College Team 1.
- Year 10: 1st with 100 golden points Papanui High School Team 1 (pictured), 2nd Christ’s College Team 1, 3rd Burnside High School Team 2.
The overall winners of the Cantamath Displays Competition were Jessica Ritchie (year 8 from Christ the King School) for her dynamic model and Noah Palmer (year 7 from Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto) for his dynamic model.
Congratulations to the winners and all those involved.
We are celebrating!
Members and any interested public all welcome to join us.
A few games and stories followed by an afternoon tea and cake.
Children very welcome too!
Membership info will be available.
Any queries email Mandy tbwaimakariri@gmail.com
or ph Monique 0277169380
The historic Ashley Church will be open during the North Canterbury Weddings' - OPEN DAY. this coming Sunday - 28 August. If you are visiting the Event at Darjon Vineyard you can still call by 39 Canterbury St, Ashley between 11 am and 2 pm to check out our simple but beautiful heritage venue.… View moreThe historic Ashley Church will be open during the North Canterbury Weddings' - OPEN DAY. this coming Sunday - 28 August. If you are visiting the Event at Darjon Vineyard you can still call by 39 Canterbury St, Ashley between 11 am and 2 pm to check out our simple but beautiful heritage venue. As long as the weather is kind to her flowers we should have guest florals from another North Canterbury Weddings vendor, Sefton Flowers. Members of the Ashley Community Church committee will be on site to talk you through our rates-for-use over a cuppa and a biscuit. All welcome even if you aren't thinking of getting married.
From local democracy reporter David Hill:
The proposed Rangiora Health Hub is back on track to offer after hours health care.
Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon and council staff met with representatives from South Link Health, Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury (the former Canterbury District Health … View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill:
The proposed Rangiora Health Hub is back on track to offer after hours health care.
Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon and council staff met with representatives from South Link Health, Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury (the former Canterbury District Health Board) and the Rangiora Medical Centre earlier this week to address confusion around the consent process.
‘‘We have had great discussions and we are all happy that the project is moving forward,’’ Gordon said.
‘‘I appreciate all the work Murray Tilyard from South Link Health and Tracey Maisey from Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury have done to prioritise after hours health care in our district and I look forward to continuing to work with them.
‘‘We are all excited to see a new timeframe for this project emerge in the coming weeks.”
The meeting was called following comments at a recent Rangiora-Ashley Community Board meeting suggesting the council was placing an ‘‘operation restriction’’ in the resource consent for the medical centre to close at 10pm.
Gordon said the council was ready to issue the resource consent for the medical centre to operate between 8am and 10pm, in line with the application from South Link Health.
Some flexibility has been written into the consent to allow medical staff to continue attending to patients after the doors close at 10pm.
The operation of the medical centre has been subcontracted to the Rangiora Medical Centre.
Gordon said all the parties recognised the importance of after hours care to the community.
‘‘I know that many would like to see this go even further and provide a 24 hour medical service.
‘‘It will require more consultation and work, but ultimately that is our goal.’’
It is hoped that construction work will begin on the site next year, with the opening now likely to be in 2024.
Outside of the 8am to 10pm operating hours, St John will continue to provide emergency medical care.
People can also phone Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free health advice 24/7.
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Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s largest fundraising and awareness campaign, and it’s crucial to allow us to support those impacted by cancer. We offer everything from a helpline and counselling support through to transport and accommodation during treatment.
Cancer doesn’t stop, and … View moreDaffodil Day is the Cancer Society’s largest fundraising and awareness campaign, and it’s crucial to allow us to support those impacted by cancer. We offer everything from a helpline and counselling support through to transport and accommodation during treatment.
Cancer doesn’t stop, and with your help, we won’t either. More New Zealanders will get cancer this year than ever before and no one should face cancer alone. Just $24 helps get someone to treatment. Please give generously this Daffodil Day so we can continue to be a lifeline for people with cancer and their whānau.
To donate today, visit daffodilday.org.nz.
This Friday 26th August, Cancer Society DAFFODIL DAY, I will have potted daffodils for sale some in flower and some in bud. 2 sizes at $8 and $10 with $3 going to the CANCER SOCIETY from every pot sold. Look for the table at 143 Percival street outside the CANCER SOCIETY OFFICE, (beside the old … View moreThis Friday 26th August, Cancer Society DAFFODIL DAY, I will have potted daffodils for sale some in flower and some in bud. 2 sizes at $8 and $10 with $3 going to the CANCER SOCIETY from every pot sold. Look for the table at 143 Percival street outside the CANCER SOCIETY OFFICE, (beside the old court house)between 10 AM AND 4 PM.
The NZ Compare Awards are back... and we have introduced MOBILE Awards for the first time returning as an in-person celebration with a Gala Awards night hosted by Mike McRoberts in Auckland on December 1st 2022.
Recognising excellence, leadership and innovation in the New Zealand utility … View moreThe NZ Compare Awards are back... and we have introduced MOBILE Awards for the first time returning as an in-person celebration with a Gala Awards night hosted by Mike McRoberts in Auckland on December 1st 2022.
Recognising excellence, leadership and innovation in the New Zealand utility sectors, the NZ Compare Awards are back for the 6th year and in response to consumer demand, we have introduced MOBILE Awards for the first time.
As the boundaries between the utility industries continue to blur the organisers have responded to growing demand to increase the categories and industries celebrated by the NZ Compare Awards and will now recognise excellence and achievement within New Zealand’s BROADBAND, ENERGY and MOBILE sectors for the first time.
Award categories are consumer driven and informed by the 300,000 Kiwis who use NZ Compare websites each month. Winning carries real gravitas with the Kiwi consumer and the awards represent an opportunity to be confident in the talent and vision your company has worked so hard towards. This significant event will recognise the companies that provide New Zealanders with the very best products and services across these essential industries.
The NZ Compare Awards are supported by a wide range of companies including Movinghub, Vector Metering, Chorus, realestate.co.nz and Neighbourly. The prestigious awards will recognise the companies that provide New Zealanders with the very best products and services in their industries. With a range of different categories including best home and mobile provider, best customer support, fastest service, best rural provider and best broadband innovation.
Winning an NZ Compare Award depends on a combination of criteria. These include consumer surveys and reviews on the NZ Compare websites and decisions from our expert judging panel.
"Judged by an independent panel of New Zealand experts and presented at our gala awards event, the NZ Compare Awards provide a unique stage on which we recognize and reward the achievements of the New Zealand utility sectors." said Gavin Male, CEO of NZ Compare.
So what do you think? Give a shout out to your favourite utility provider here - not just for doing their job... we want to hear about those that go above and beyond! Who should be a winner?
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What are the biggest issues your region is facing? Take part in the NowNext Local survey and you could win a one of twenty $100 Prezzy Card for your opinion.
Whether it’s how happy you are or if you plan on staying long term, the NowNext Local survey is getting a snapshot of how kiwis are … View moreWhat are the biggest issues your region is facing? Take part in the NowNext Local survey and you could win a one of twenty $100 Prezzy Card for your opinion.
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From local democracy reporter David Hill:
Enterprise North Canterbury (ENC) is celebrating 20 years of supporting local business.
Launched in 2002 by the Waimakariri and Hurunui district councils, ENC was established to promote economic development in the region.
‘‘Right from the … View moreFrom local democracy reporter David Hill:
Enterprise North Canterbury (ENC) is celebrating 20 years of supporting local business.
Launched in 2002 by the Waimakariri and Hurunui district councils, ENC was established to promote economic development in the region.
‘‘Right from the get-go, ENC has been all about supporting local,’’ says chief executive Heather Warwick, who has been with the agency since 2003.
‘‘We have stuck to this across the board over the past two decades, supporting new and existing local businesses with our economic development team.’’
ENC also supports tourism in the Waimakariri district through Visit Waimakariri and more recently created the Made North Canterbury brand to support local food and beverage producers.
Warwick said the earthquakes and Covid-19 had kept the agency busy.
The first of the quakes, in September 2010, had a significant impact on Kaiapoi with some redevelopment work going today.
‘‘The past 20 years have thrown a significant number of challenges our way,’’ she said.
‘‘So many of our local businesses needed support to rebuild and recover (from the 2010 quake), which was of course followed by aftershocks and more major earthquakes in 2011 and then again in 2016.’’
By partnering with the Ministry of Social Development, ENC was able to assist hundreds of businesses affected by the earthquakes with support, advice, information and funding.
Covid-19 presented a new set of challenges as the country went into lockdown, Warwick said.
The small ENC team supported more than 900 local businesses through the lockdown and in the aftermath.
ENC’s business development team received a commendation at the 2021 Economic Development New Zealand Awards for its efforts to support businesses during this period.
Aside from these challenges, ENC has supported and developed a number of projects and partnerships to support local businesses, Warwick said.
These included supporting the Hurunui Water Project to get off the ground in 2004, the North Canterbury Business Awards held every two years since 2008, establishing the ENC Business Centre in Kaiapoi and creating the Made North Canterbury brand.
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