Monthly Archives: May 2013

Speakers’ corner in Fitzgerald Ave

Posted on 6 May 2013 by belinda

The Peoples Voice (Vox Pop) are organising a Speakers Corner, corner of Ferry and Fitzgerald Ave (where the red bus is sitting). This is protest central and any groups wanting to rally for a just cause can use the site … Continue reading →

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EQC captured in satirical ditty

Posted on 6 May 2013 by belinda

A member of TC3 residents group has come up with this little ditty. It’s a bit long for this page so read more on the next.

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Dance classes for older people

Posted on 6 May 2013 by belinda

The choir known as Rockers of Ages now offers dance classes. Classes for term 2, run by Maganui Stewart, recommence on May 7 at 1pm in Forfar Courts. The classes are for everyone but seen as especially beneficial to older … Continue reading →

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Sports Chaplaincy Evening

Posted on 6 May 2013 by belinda

Location: Rutland Street Lounge Time: May 14 from 7 -8.30pm Description: Find out what Sports Chaplaincy is about at a free orientation evening. Sports is a gift from God and can be enjoyed while giving glory to God.“As Christians, sport … Continue reading →

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Young singers perform in Burns Song Contest

Posted on 6 May 2013 by belinda

Location: Scottish Society NZ Hall, Cnr Edgeware and Caledonian Roads Time: 25 May from 1 pm Description: Young singers perform the songs of Scotland. Entry by gold coin. Refreshments available. Further information telephone 021 0341929

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Inner city gradually reopening

Posted on 4 May 2013 by belinda

The cordon that has choked the inner city since February 2011 is being gradually reduced and more parts of the inner city are reopening increasing the reasons for visiting.

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K2 legal highs to be banned

Posted on 4 May 2013 by belinda

The Government has announced that K2 synthetic products will be banned from sale in dairies from May 9.

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Lack of demand cancels workcamp on Orion site

Posted on 4 May 2013 by belinda

The company developing the Orion site in Madras Street as a temporary work camp for rebuilders has called the whole thing off.

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Reality TV show to feature ChCh home repairs

Posted on 3 May 2013 by belinda

Know someone in Christchurch who needs help to fix up their house? Habitat for Humanity has teamed up with a TV show to arrange for repairs and refurbishments on people’s homes.

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Downers to open site office in Madras Street

Posted on 3 May 2013 by belinda

Downers, one of the firms involved in Christchurch street repairs, is opening a site office in St Albans in the next few weeks. The site is next door to 443 Madras Street and neighbours are likely to be treated to … Continue reading →

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Community discussion about disability and inclusion

Posted on 3 May 2013 by EmmaT

Venue:   Venue: Mairehau Library, 42 Kensington Ave, St Albans Date:      Tuesday, 14 May 2013 Time:      7:00pm – 8:00pm I am a proud St Albans resident, a member of SARA’s board and very much part of the community. I … Continue reading →

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