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Shirley Library closes for two weeks
Friday, 28 August 2009, 1:19 pm | Christchurch City Council
The Shirley Library, next to the Palms Mall, will close from 31 August to 13 September, reopening Monday 14th September, for a two-week upgrade programme. During the two-week closure Shirley Library customers will have access to the network of Christchurch ... More >>
New Community Info Hub at Eastgate Mall in Sept
Friday, 28 August 2009, 10:25 am | Christchurch City Council
It’s Great to Live Here - New information hub at Eastgate Shopping Centre for Linwood residents in September Community organisations, agencies and groups have partnered to provide an information hub at the Eastgate Shopping Centre in September. The initiative ... More >>
celebrating 150 years of public libraries in Chch
Thursday, 27 August 2009, 2:54 pm | Christchurch City Council
Shelved Memories brings together treasures acquired by Christchurch City Libraries along with a collection of memorabilia spanning the last 150 years of library service in Christchurch. From old catalogue drawers, library smocks and story-time puppets ... More >>
Panel aims for quality urban design
Monday, 24 August 2009, 3:28 pm | Christchurch City Council
An Urban Design Panel set up by the Christchurch City Council is seeking high quality urban design outcomes through free independent design reviews. More >>
Your say on the proposed Brooklands Lagoon area
Monday, 24 August 2009, 12:59 pm | Christchurch City Council
The Brooklands Lagoon area is a unique and special environment, and needs excellent management. The Council has drafted three parks plans for the estuary area, including a management plan for Spencer Park and another for Seafield Park, and an overall ... More >>
Christchurch Winner of National Lifeguard Award
Friday, 21 August 2009, 3:37 pm | Christchurch City Council
Christchurch City Council Aquatic Supervisor Luke Parsons has today been named the New Zealand Recreation Association’s Lifeguard of the Year. The 31-year-old, who works at the Council’s Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre, said he was “humbled” ... More >>
Plant a native tree in honour of your dog's memory
Friday, 14 August 2009, 9:47 am | Christchurch City Council
Christchurch City Council is offering dog owners a place to create a special tribute to their departed pets by establishing a pet memorial park at the Groynes Recreational Reserve. More >>
Public views re funding of Conservatorium of Music
Thursday, 13 August 2009, 5:11 pm | Christchurch City Council
Public consultation begins next week on the Christchurch City Council’s proposal to fund a new building for the University of Canterbury at the Christchurch Arts Centre. Today’s (13 August) Council meeting approved the Special Consultative Procedure ... More >>
Public views sought on cycle lane for Harewood Rd
Thursday, 13 August 2009, 4:01 pm | Christchurch City Council
Harewood Road will be reduced to two vehicle lanes under a Christchurch City Council proposal to improve cyclist and pedestrian safety. More >>
Christchurch To Host International Sporting Event
Wednesday, 12 August 2009, 5:24 pm | Christchurch City Council
Christchurch has headed off bids from other major New Zealand cities and won the rights to host the 2012 _Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games - a biennial sporting event involving almost two and a half thousand participants and just as ... More >>
Entries now open for 2009 Shirley/Papanui Heritage
Wednesday, 12 August 2009, 3:05 pm | Christchurch City Council
Nominations are being accepted for the annual Shirley/Papanui Community Board and Rehua Marae Heritage Awards. The Heritage Awards recognise individual and group effort by those who have made significant contributions to the preservation of heritage ... More >>
Christchurch on track to host memorable Masters
Wednesday, 12 August 2009, 10:38 am | Christchurch City Council
A 20 percent jump in registration six weeks from the start of the South Island Masters Games in Christchurch is making organisers happy. More >>
Pedestrian-friendly makeover proposed for Hereford
Tuesday, 11 August 2009, 10:14 am | Christchurch City Council
Hereford Street will be transformed into a pedestrian-friendly area with wide footpaths, street trees, a slow road and outdoor dining as part of proposed changes to the streetscape. The Christchurch City Council is now seeking public comments on proposed changes ... More >>
Christchurch City Council’s Surface Water Strategy
Monday, 10 August 2009, 10:51 am | Christchurch City Council
The Council’s Surface Water Strategy finishes consultation on Friday 14 August. This is the community’s opportunity to learn more about the surface water in Christchurch, and have their say on the way the Council is proposing to manage this important resource. More >>
Public views sought on proposed changes
Friday, 7 August 2009, 1:34 pm | Christchurch City Council
Public views on proposed traffic changes to Oxford Terrace, City Mall and New Regent Street are now being sought by the Christchurch City Council. More >>
Shirley Library will close August end for upgrade
Friday, 7 August 2009, 11:10 am | Christchurch City Council
CHRISTCHURCH CITY COUNCIL MEDIA RELEASE 7 August 2009 Shirley Library will close August end for upgrade More >>
Character Housing Maintenance Grants
Friday, 7 August 2009, 11:08 am | Christchurch City Council
With a month to go for applications to close, Christchurch City Council is urging character homeowners to take advantage of grants for the external maintenance of their houses. More >>
Community Boards to fund get-togethers
Friday, 7 August 2009, 10:23 am | Christchurch City Council
Christchurch’s community boards are once again offering funds for its residents to get together and celebrate in a neighbourly spirit. More >>
Prestons Road plan change application considered
Thursday, 6 August 2009, 2:07 pm | Christchurch City Council
The Christchurch City Council’s Regulatory and Planning Committee today resolved to recommend to the Council that an application for a private plan change to allow for the creation of a suburban development in the vicinity of Prestons Road be rejected. More >>
Christchurch City Libraries announce free internet
Wednesday, 5 August 2009, 12:29 pm | Christchurch City Council
Christchurch City Libraries have announced their special gift to the city today, at an official birthday celebration at central library – free internet access at each of the city’s libraries. More >>
