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Back to basics Sydenham seething Grow your own: New Zealand’s gardener of the year Jade Temepara showcases her vegetable garden Digging the Future at the Ellerslie International Flower Show which opened yesterday. The Ashburton designer created her garden with $100 to support a family of four. For more on Ellerslie see pages 2, 20 and 21. Photo: Gilbert Wealleans

Coffee break back-drop: Sydenham business owners Rod Stuart, left, and Ahmad Hosseini with the crematorium’s chimney behind and Mr Hosseini’s café to the right. Inset: Owner John Guthrey outside his crematorium. Photo: Chris Tobin

Not in our backyard, neighbours say Let’s get the eastern arsonists Chris Tobin Gina McKenzie SMOKE billowing from a controversial COMMUNITY action could help solve anearby spate Sydenham crematorium over of eastern suburbs arsonincluding attacks, according to businesses last week, a café, has Fire beenService called Christchurch disrespectfularea andcommander wrong and Jon has Graham. seen renewed calls for it to be relocated. The of arson attacks the past Street three Lastseries Wednesday, the over Hawdon weekends razedoperated the landmark 52-year-old crematorium by John Guthrey Leander Building at Kerrs Reach in Avonside experienced difficulties cremating a 230Drive andbody. damaged Aranui High kilogram A strong odour andSchool, smoke Avondale Primary Kids nearby First covered the area, and whichAranui disgusted Kindergarten. business owners Rod Stuart and Ahmad The attacks stepped up a notch at the weekend Hosseini. with fires lit in theTropicool early hoursinofBuchan Saturday Mrseven Stuart operates St morning in Aldershotopposed and Portsmouth streets and has vigorously the crematorium and Rarere Avenue in Aranui. everBen since it opened four months ago. Four fires were place lit at properties “It’s ofa the disrespectful to do it; and this atis

a densely populated area. The crematorium two of the people inside should be properties in a pleasant areawere out asleep in a paddock their houses at thearound.” time. or with gardens The residents the Mr Stuart said escaped the wholeuninjured operationbut seemed escalation in the arson had bodies alarmedwere Mr wrong; from what heattacks had seen, Graham. brought to the crematorium in an unmarked “We’re concerned that thesedisrespectful attacks are van and very to him it all appeared creeping into properties while residents are and inappropriate. asleep. Owner of a café approximately 20 metres “It’s the gonecrematorium, too far and needs to beHosseini stopped.”said from Ahmad Mrwanted GrahamMrhoped Wainoni and down Avonside he Guthrey to shut his residents would be able to provide further business and move. information. “The business is not right for this area; ears and a it“People looks toare meour as eyes if he’sand a good guy even but the small detail as seeing an unfamiliar person business is such terrible.” in their could provide a breakthrough. The street crematorium owner, John Guthrey, is O HALKE PE TT THisn TO THGROVE wEE E Pu KEn bLiC d!

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A VERY SPECIAL 22 YEAR OLD BOND The Dreaver family are one special cat loving family who have always wanted the very best of care,professional advice and service for their very aged, but spritely,cool cat “Garfield”. Once you meet Garfield, you never forget him. It would be true to say that we at McMaster & Heap Vets aren’t his favourite people. I guess most of his visits involve needle jabs so at 22 years of age he lets us know, loud and clear, he’s not pleased with what we are doing. We still enjoy seeing Garfield though and I take enormous pride in the fact that we, along with Ann and family and good feline genes, have contributed to Garfield living the long, good quality, happy life he so enjoys. Not many of our patients reach the early 20’s and honestly Garfield doesn’t appear to be slowing up at all mentally, although physically he enjoys more sleeps in his favourite places in the sun. Garfield is a ginger DSH moggy cat who has been a patient of ours for a very long time. Despite his age, he isn’t disease free and is battling hepatitis, he has a heart murmur and copes with generalized arthritis, not that you’d know it to look at him. His very supportive, loving family daily medicate Garfield with a variety of tablets to help support his heart, kidneys and liver function. He isn’t the easiest cat to pill and even at 22 years of age, if he doesn’t want something done he digs his toes in and gets his way ( for the time being anyway). Ann has to be a clever detective at disguising medications in different varieties of food. He also gets the best of foods and Ann changes tastes often so he doesn’t get bored. Ann also religiously books Garfield in every fortnight with one of our nurses to give him a long acting antibiotic injection, subcutaneous fluids and a shot of Vitamin B. These injections can sting but Garfield mans up and I think almost knows they help him, although at the time he voices his dislike of the needles with a hiss and growl. Recently Garfield was booked into see me and I needed to lightly sedate him with anaesthetic gas to fully examine him. Again for 22 years of age he physically looked fantastic with a normal temperature, heart rate, a good body weight of 4.5kg and no lumps or bumps to be found. The only abnormality was tartar on most of his teeth and evidence of gingivitis and ulcers, which can be successfully treated with a thorough dental scale and polish under anaeasthesia. I discussed the pros and cons of this procedure with Ann as Garfield is no spring chicken, and as his recent blood tests showed, all his liver enzymes are still elevated. Based on how great he is clinically and the fact that improving dental hygiene will definitely help his internal organs therefore extending his life, we have together decided to go ahead with a dental procedure. This means another outing and short stay at the vets for Garfield but I’m sure he’ll thank us later for his sweet smelling breath and clean teeth and gums!! A special thanks to Ann and family for allowing us the priviledge of being Garfields vets and carers. He’s one exceptional cat. By Michele McMaster

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BISHOPDALE resident Blair Newton has spent the past two weeks sewing and glueing sequins on his Elvis costume for the Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari. His pink scooter now has a guitar stuck to the back of it with a car radio inside, which will be blasting Elvis Presley’s 30 numberone hits during the estimated seven-hour ride from Christchurch to Hokitika. The Air New Zealand engineer plans to make the most of this year’s event. “I was going to go as Elvis last time but didn’t have the time to make the costume,” he Not a pink Cadillac but a pink scooter: Elvis, aka Blair Newton, gets some practice for his big trip. said. Photo: Tania Butterfield However, Mr Newton did defy doctor’s orders not to participate and went as The Stig $14,000 for the Cancer Society. In 2010, an estimated 230 participants raised from Top Gear. “I made the costume while I was in hospital; $126,000. “It [the 2010 event] was really, really good. I had nothing else to do. I pulled my work overalls apart to get a template, cut the I was still on chemo and told not do to it, but material based on that template, then sewed it most of my doctors knew I was going to do it regardless and knew they couldn’t stop me. back together.” “I wanted to show someone undergoing Mr Newton’s friends Mike and Jayne Rattray first organised the event to show their treatment, someone who has cancer, can still support for him after he was diagnosed with do stuff so I thought bugger it, I will just go.” The best part was arriving in Hokitika. bowel cancer in 2009. “The whole town had come out and stood on “They were going to do it as a fundraiser for me to get a PlayStation to use while I the side of the road. Some had pulled out their was in hospital, but I said work paid for my scooters and were tooting their horns. Just time off so they said they should fundraise seeing all these people who wouldn’t know for something else. They chose the Cancer you from a bar of soap coming out to support us,” Mr Newton said. Society,” he said. The Scooter Safari has not only helped Mr At that stage, Mr Newton had only worked at Air New Zealand for a year, but said he Newton meet other cancer patients or people was pretty close to his workmates and was who have dealt with cancer, but has also encouraged a new hobby. humbled by their gesture. “It’s given me an addiction to buying “I’m not the type of person who asks for help and it was humbling that somebody would scooters. I’ve only bought about 10 scooters. I have friends who say they want to come down want to do something for me,” he said. Thirty-two of his colleagues and friends to do it but haven’t got a scooter so now they took part in the inaugural event, raising about have no excuse.”

Approval to cremate five a day From page 1 SYDENHAM crematorium owner John Guthrey and his business Ecocoffins was given non-notified consent last year by the Christchurch City Council to start his business in Hawdon Street. The activity was a permitted use in an industrial zone and complied with the council’s city plan. Environment Canterbury also granted a non-notified discharge to air consent. Mr Guthrey has approval to cremate five bodies a day and 1200 a year. His company has a 12-year lease on its site. Late last year the Spreydon Heathcote Community Board wrote to Health Minister Tony Ryall asking him to close

the crematorium through his powers in the Burials and Cremations Act 1964. Mr Ryall replied the Resource Management Act took precedence over this act and Mr Guthrey’s business met the requirements of that act. A petition opposing the crematorium was presented to the council in February. Petition organiser Jan Veronese, who owns property near the crematorium with her husband, said 366 people who worked and lived near the crematorium signed the petition. Mrs Veronese said as part of the Sydenham rebuild plan, apartments were planned almost opposite the crematorium. “It (the crematorium) should be moved to the country,” she said.

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Graffiti-covered New Brighton Mall in need of upgrade Gina McKenzie

DILAPIDATED graffiti-covered shops along New Brighton Mall are concerning residents and businesses who say urgent action is required to upgrade the area. The rebuild and recovery of New Brighton Mall was approved as part of a Christchurch City Council Master Plan last month. New Brighton Business Association member and shop owner Nikki Griffin said while she supported a council plan for the mall, she wanted to see increased public input. “People need to take control and stop the graffiti. We’re the ones who let this happen and it’s up to us to take pride in New Brighton and make it more attractive. “We need to have shops that residents want and a point of difference to make the area stand out.” Mrs Griffin said shops in the seaside suburb needed to identify holes in the market and fill them. “The other day, for example, I wanted to buy some socks and I would have bought them locally but there’s nowhere to buy socks in New Brighton.” Mrs Griffin believed businesses could succeed in New Brighton if they took a chance. “When we came here with our business a few years ago we didn’t know how it would

go but we’ve done well because the local community has supported us.” Café manager and local resident Paul Zaanen said it was vital to clean up the mall to encourage investment in the area. “We need economic investment in the mall. “There’s been a lack of action and all these empty rundown shops give the mall the wrong image. “We need to get the area humming again and create something unique that will draw people in from all over the city.” Mr Zaanen believed the revived mall must offer a sense of culture that tied in with the artistic nature of the suburb. “We could create a new arts centre mixed in with cafes and festivals. “There’s so much potential here but we need to take action now before it gets more run down.” Burwood-Pegasus ward councillor Peter Beck said the council must listen to the needs of the New Brighton community. “It’s pretty rundown and this plan gives us a chance to develop a shopping area with a distinctive edge. “We need to focus on what the community wants to see happen.”

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Loss of heritage ‘catastrophic’ From the editor Chris Tobin

THE NZ Historic Places Trust says adequately strengthened historic buildings that survived the earthquakes are still being demolished in Christchurch. Trust spokesman Jamie Douglas said a total of 51 buildings on the NZ Historic Places Trust register, 16 category 1 and 35 category 2, had been demolished in the Christchurch central city out of 772 that have come down. The total for the greater Canterbury area was 99 (22 category 1 and 77 category 2). Remains: ChristChurch Cathedral before deconstruction Mr Douglas said the loss commenced. of heritage for the city, while inevitable in many instances given the future to create a beautiful, inspiring and safe duration and intensity of seismic activity, new cathedral,” she said. was catastrophic as were the lives lost in the Christchurch Civic Trust chairman Neil February 22, 2011, earthquake. Roberts estimated approximately 60 per cent “What is deeply unfortunate is the loss of central city heritage had been lost. of heritage buildings that were adequately “It may be higher; streets are changed strengthened and survived, yet are being forever, the churches have all gone. It’s hard demolished. The NZHPT continues to work to quantify. alongside those owners that are equally “And it’s not only the inner city. If you take determined to retain and restore as much in all the suburbs there’s only a fragment heritage as possible.” of heritage left; Colombo St to the hills, The Historic Places Trust has made numerous Woolston – Ferry Rd have been stripped. It’s reports to the Canterbury Earthquake the same with Papanui where you’ve got only Recovery Authority (Cera) recommending a few remnants left. With the main arteries full or partial retention but the final decision of the city, streets have lost nearly all their rested with Cera and the building owner. heritage. The trust’s board chairperson Shonagh “You’ve got clusters of domestic Kenderdine called on the Anglican diocese architecture which have survived in pockets shortly before Anzac Day to pause in its but substantive buildings have gone.” demolition of ChristChurch Cathedral and Mr Roberts said Cera had not given enough to fence it off. Asked if the diocese had serious attention to heritage. responded, Mr Douglas replied: “There’s been no indication now that “Not that we are aware of.” heritage will ever get a voice. This has been Anglican diocese spokesperson Fiona indicated by the cathedral issue. Containers Summerfield confirmed demolition would could have been put round the cathedral; a pause until next month. cooler approach could have been taken.” “We are continuing to work towards the

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Some welcome winter distraction The days are drawing in apace and we’re crunching around on the last of autumn’s leaves. This means, unfortunately, the season which only skiers and others with similar interests look forward to is almost upon us: Winter. During the chilly months ahead distractions to get us into the scented charm of spring are welcome. Wimbledon on television is one. As we freeze and shiver, even the atypical pale English summer looks extraordinarily appealing. This year we will have an added distraction to help us through winter – the Olympic Games, which will also be in London. The last time the Olympics were held in London was way back in 1948 shortly after the end of the Second World War. A Dutch housewife and mother, Fanny BlankersKoen, was one of the biggest stars of those games which were much smaller than the giant extravaganza into which they have since morphed. Just over 4000 athletes competed in the 1948 games, nicknamed the Austerity Games, given the hardships endured in the immediate

post-war period. This year there will be 10,400 athletes in London where, it is expected, New Zealand should happily haul in a sizeable number of medals from our rowers, cyclists, and others. Sometimes you have to wonder, though, how some of the sports get included. The Olympics are supposed to be the pinnacle but this year again we will have, notably with football or soccer, virtual second-leaguers competing. And in 2016, rugby is set to return to the Olympics at Rio de Janeiro with a sevens competition. The sport was last in the Olympics in 1924 when it was a 15-a-side competition. In time, what will end up being considered more prestigious – an Olympic gold medal in rugby sevens or a medal for being in a Rugby World Cup winning XV? And one other sport will make its debut at Rio de Janiero. Golf. Does it really belong at the Olympic Games which, let’s face it, began as a revival of ancient Greek games, most particularly athletics?

Trust accused of ‘rolling over’ Chris Tobin

CHRISTCHURCH Civic Trust chairman Mr Roberts has accused the NZ Historic Places Trust of “rolling over” in many instances regarding heritage retention in the city, which the trust denies. “They’re a captured group and part of a government department,” Mr Roberts said. They’ve abolished all their regional branches and no longer see themselves as proactive. They just manage properties. They’re not going to work against the people who employ them.” Spokesperson for the Historic Places Trust Jamie Douglas said the trust had worked directly with authorities and owners since the September 4, 2010, earthquake. “Generally those who haven’t had much to do with our work, or who haven’t talked to us directly about our involvement, are the ones who are most critical. “However, their opinion changes when they understand just how much we’ve achieved in this time. We have provided many hundreds of heritage assessments with engineering advice during this time to the Government, local authorities and owners, all with the aim of retaining the region’s heritage.” Mr Douglas said the Historic Places Trust’s statutory powers under the Resource Management Act had been removed. “But we have continued to provide expert

Gone: The former Christchurch library next to the civic building, which has been demolished.

engineering advice both directly to owners and in numerous reports to Cera recommending either full or partial retention. “This has at times not been reflected in the final decision, but that decision ultimately rests with Cera and the owner.” Mr Roberts said while the Civic Trust and others such as a new heritage group Historic Places Aotearoa had made their views known, heritage in general suffered from a lack of advocacy in Christchurch, and because of its alleged compromised position, the Historic Places Trust had not been a strong advocate.

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Colouring in brightens up Sumner A CONTAINER-size canvas covered in cartoons drawn by Sumner artist Henry Sunderland, which children coloured in, was one of the highlights of the Sumner Rocks street party held on Sunday. Up to 4000 people flocked to the seaside

suburb to enjoy the entertainment and patronise the hospitality and local crafts stalls. Organiser Kathryn Cross said it was an amazing success with not only ‘Sumnerites’ but also visitors from across Christchurch

enjoying the party atmosphere. Members of the local business group went “above and beyond” to put it on, she said. The party was a morale-booster for Sumner, and organisers hoped it would become an annual event, Ms Cross said.

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Don’t blame the media quantity. It will probably be seen I went to the protest rally next by those who looked down from to the Civic Building as one of the the top story of the council building media on Sunday; the very same as a failure but the pity was those media that politicians, business or elected representatives didn’t come councils either love or loathe. There down and listen to their community, seems to be a propensity to blame didn’t avail themselves of the the media for a lot of the woes that opportunity to ask people why they befall them. were there. Funny that, because you never And that was the sad part. hear them bemoan the fact when Jo Kane Articulate, well dressed, a snap those well-staged photo ops are shot of our community from the arranged. Neither do you hear complaints when the Port Hills, to the east, Brooklands business, media help to promote events, people or respond construction workers but the theme was to the ‘good news spin’ that they churn out on a common - disillusioned, tired and worried at the lack of confidence in our city leaders. Worried daily basis. But start to look under the orchestrated press about the layers of governance and the cost releases, start to ask questions, dig around a little this has come at. What it told me is our city is and heaven forbid someone has another side to starting to disengage at some levels. Especially with our elderly, with those hardest hit and those the story and the shutters go up. Like a brick wall and boy is there some power who want to help. The work being done in some of the in that. They are commonly referred to as the ‘gatekeepers’ and their main job must be to try community forums shows promise but will and keep the pesky media at bay, try to deflect, need Cera and the council to prioritise and fund try to delay you actually speaking to the person the outcomes. With the focus on the 100 days for the CBD, perhaps a focus on 100 days for who made the comments in the first place. Sometimes acting as a shield they will even the people as was suggested might go some way ask you for the questions that you want to ask. to bring some smiles to the weary faces. The media has a role to inform, educate, Then the delaying tactic, not getting back to you, in a timely fashion, knowing full well you challenge and bring some balance to the news have deadlines. There is always two sides to a they report. Blaming them for the stories, the story and just because you don’t agree doesn’t people, the angles that they may pursue, distorts the reality of how the media is meant to do mean you are the one that is negative. At the protest, despite the small turnout I was their job. They are not there as servants of the impressed by the mix of people. Quality not politicians or leaders.

New state homes for Christchurch HOUSING New Zealand is to start a series of small redevelopments in Christchurch that are expected to result in 200 to 350 new homes being built in the next 18 months. General manager of assets redevelopment Sean Bignell said the extra houses would assist in replenishing Housing New Zealand’s depleted stock, help meet future housing demand and make better use of existing properties. “The work is a precursor to larger scale redevelopment plans which rely on settlement of Housing New Zealand’s insurance claims and a range of technical issues and challenges,” he said. A total of 94 Housing New Zealand sites have so far been identified for minor redevelopment. Options include subdividing

land under allowable zoning, moving or demolishing some houses to allow for better land use and replacing badly earthquakedamaged houses with new homes. “The work programme will involve smallscale redevelopment projects of generally one to 10 new dwellings per site in a variety of suburbs across the city,” Mr Bignell said. At present, Housing New Zealand has 6127 houses in Christchurch, 95 per cent of which have been damaged by the earthquakes. This damage ranges from minor repairs to houses that are structurally unsound. A housing summit, focusing on the rental housing crisis facing Christchurch, was held at Knox Church Hall on Bealey Ave yesterday.

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Have your say on the Draft Annual Plan Residents have until 21 May to have their say on the Christchurch City Council’s Draft Annual Plan 2012/13. Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker says it is important that residents provide feedback to the Council before a final plan for the year ahead is adopted at the end of June.

Twenty-two tsunami warning sirens are being installed.

Tsunami warning system for coastal communities Work has begun to install a tsunami warning system along Christchurch’s coast.

a large earthquake in South America or Alaska could be as high as five metres above normal sea level when it arrives on our shores.

Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker says 22 sirens are being installed from Waimairi Beach to Sumner and the system will be operational from 1 July 2012.

“With a distance earthquake we would get 12 to 15 hours notice and there are evacuation plans in place.”

“It will be a comfort for Christchurch’s coastal community after many months of anxiety with ongoing earthquakes and aftershocks that there will soon be a warning system in place to help protect them and their families in the event of a tsunami.” He says the warning system is just part of the solution to keep residents safe. “Residents also need to be proactive in having a self evacuation plan for their family and to know the closest safe area to them.” Mr Parker says a locally generated tsunami is likely to be a small event, with a one to two-metre wave, but a distant tsunami generated from

The Draft Annual Plan 2012/13 and a Summary version of the main document are available online at www.ccc.govt.nz/annualplan so residents can find out more about the Council’s proposals for the year ahead before making a submission. As part of the consultation process, a series of Open Days and Community Drop-in Sessions have been held across the city.

The sirens will only be used to signal evacuation of Christchurch’s coastal area in the event of a distant tsunami and possibly a regional tsunami, if time permits. Sites for the installation of additional sirens have been identified inland from the immediate coastal area and on Banks Peninsula. Funding for these two further stages will be considered in 2013 as part of the Council’s Long Term Plan 2013-22.

Coastal Christchurch’s tsunami siren warning system will be tested for the first time on Sunday 22 July at 11am for about one minute. This will enable residents to identify the sound of the sirens. Further testing will be at 11am on the Sundays Daylight Saving starts and ends.

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“The earthquakes have had a massive impact on our city and there are some major decisions to be made this year. Putting together this draft plan has been challenging and I am confident we have put forward a sound plan that, despite the enormity of the task before us, is able to meet the costs of the rebuild,” Mayor Parker says. “The best thing we can do now is listen. I urge our residents to look at this draft set of accounts and write to us with their thoughts. So, Christchurch, it’s now in your hands – we are laying the framework for the future of this city and we want to hear from you.” The Council is asking people who make written submissions to consider joining with others if they wish to speak at public hearings. With just four days set down for the hearings, it is expected to be a lengthy process and it will be made more manageable if those with likeminded submissions come together and nominate a spokesperson. Copies of the Draft Annual Plan 2012/12 and Summary are available online at www.ccc.govt.nz/annualplan.

He says the testing of the public warning system during the installation stage will be completed without sounding the sirens. “If you hear the siren at any time, immediately evacuate your coastal environment and head for higher ground. Every step you move inland or up hill, the safer you will be.”

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The Draft Annual Plan 2012/13 is the Council’s proposed budget for the year ahead. It sets out all the proposed projects and services the Council plans to deliver, how much they will cost and where the money comes from.

“There are some major issues to consider in this year’s Draft Annual Plan as a result of the earthquakes and this year, more than any other, we need to hear what the community thinks about our proposals,” Mayor Parker says.

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Keep an eye on your letterbox this weekend for your copy of the Christchurch City Council’s latest Our Christchurch newsletter. The quarterly Our Christchurch newsletter brings city news, events and information direct to city letterboxes. Look out for your copy this weekend, or visit www.ccc.govt.nz/ourchristchurch. Please let us know if you do not receive a copy, by emailing ourchristchurch@ccc.govt.nz

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SCIRT: The Stronger Christchurch Infrastructure Rebuild Team is repairing the city’s earthquake damaged roads, fresh water, waste water and stormwater pipes.

Rebuild ratchets up

Keeping in touch

SCIRT is overseeing dozens of infrastructure rebuild projects in Christchurch with many more being investigated, designed, drafted, costed and rolled out all the time. As the rebuild gains pace, there will be more catchment delivery of projects as groups of streets are worked on in a cluster of activity. The Richmond and South New Brighton projects featured on our map are good examples. The aim is to complete pipe replacement, integrate work with telephone and utility companies like Orion, wherever possible, rebuild our roads and fully reopen your streets.

The people of Christchurch are at the heart of SCIRT’s rebuild programme. We provide a range of different ways for you to stay informed: Online: Log on to www.strongerchristchurch.govt.nz Sign up to our regular e-newsletter Follow us on Twitter @SCIRT_info

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In your community: If you are visiting one of the Christchurch City Council libraries/service centres, look out for our distinctive SCIRT display boards. They contain fact sheets about the work SCIRT is doing. Translated fact sheets are available in Chinese, Korean and Samoan and will be distributed through the: • Rewi Alley Cultural and Education Centre • Aranui Community Trust • Christchurch Migrants Centre Newspapers: Watch out for our regular updates in Christchurch newspapers. Letterbox: Keep an eye on your letterbox for notification about upcoming works in your street. You can also email us at

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Science rapper to visit city AWARD-winning Stanford (USA) science rapper and biologist, Tom McFadden, aka The Rhymebosome, will visit Christchurch as part of a national tour. Mr McFadden will return to this year’s eighth New Zealand International Science Festival in Dunedin after performing at the same festival in 2010. As part of the festival’s Science Idol competition, Mr McFadden will be visiting and performing his raps, which communicate scientific concepts, at schools with a New Zealand tour in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin later this month. He will be in Christchurch on May 28 and 29.

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News in brief Canterbury health jobs in demand MORE than 6400 people applied for 398 positions in the Canterbury health system advertised this year. Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) chief executive David Meates said he was impressed with both the quantity and quality of applicants. “That’s a lot of letters, phone calls,

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Smaller crowd than expected attends protest ABOUT 400 people attended a protest organised by Cantabrians Unite beside the Christchurch City Council building in Hereford Street on Sunday.

Louette McInnes, of Upper Riccarton, above, said she was protesting because she did not believe the council needed to spend $91 million on creating a two-way street. “I just think there are better things to spend that money on like a rates relief for those not living in their homes or fixing the sewerage,” she said.

Herman Meijburg, left, of West Melton, and Pamela Lamport, right, of Woodend, were among the protesters. Mr Meijburg, whose home was written off in the September 2010 earthquake, said the past 20 months had been frustrating. “I’m angry about not being listened to while we have fair demands, fair needs, fair claims and we’re simply being by-passed again and again.” Mrs Lamport said she was very annoyed with Bob Parker and Tony Marryatt and “the whole circus. I just wanted to get out and show my support [for those affected]”.

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International cookbook raising funds for city A NEW cookbook has been launched to raise funds for the Christchurch rebuild. Orphans Aid International chief executive and founder Sue van Schreven started the project at the 2011 Paris Cookbook Fair where she told chefs about the earthquakes in New Zealand. “The February 22 earthquake hit just as I was leaving New Zealand. I was invited to showcase our first cookbook at the Paris Cookbook Fair while on my way to visit our orphanage workers in Europe.” “I told them all about New Zealand and they freely gave their recipes. They were all very receptive.”

The Paris Cookbook Fair Chefs Charity Cookbook features more than 30 recipes by international celebrity chefs including Chef Wan, Chef Ramzi, Bob Blumer, Rose Elliot and Chakall. Kiwi chefs Julie Biuso and Robert Oliver also feature. Net proceeds of all book sales will go towards Orphans Aid International’s Christchurch Earthquake Relief Fund, which has already raised $20,000 in donations. “We want to be there for Christchurch for the long haul. We’re exploring options for how best to use the funds and are looking to do something permanent,” Mrs van Schreven said.

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An exhibition by Jacqui Gibbs Chamberlain On a recent trip to Asia for my fathers birthday, I was surprised by my personal reactions to the masses of people who surrounded us. Constant movement, pressure, noise and smell.

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We as human beings are always competing against one another, for food, shelther and survival, and like the animal kingdom are in the race for survival of the fittest, living on our instinct. This was highlighted on my return home, confronted by the power of mother nature in her deliverance of the earthquakes. I couldn’t paint, just surviving, living on instinct, always on edge. When I did start to paint again I realised I was expressing that same instinct of survival, living on the same high level of adrenalin. Why did I paint animals? Animals live on adrenalin and instinct every day of their lives – predated by others, surviving through the sometimes cruel seasons of Mother nature. I have created many overlapping ideas and images about instinct through the use and vibrancy of colour and movement and texture of the paint.

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Here she comes: Six-year-old Thomas MacDonald, of Ohoka, brings in a salmon at the Groynes Lakes with a little help. Photo: Supplied

Fish release numbers increase at Groynes FISH & Game have released over 4000 salmon into the Groynes fishing lakes since October last year. Fish & Game hatchery manager Dirk Barr said this was significantly more than they have ever released into the lakes before. The lakes had been ‘buzzing’ with junior anglers and their families this season. Last week, Mr Barr released 300 more salmon into the lakes – the last until October. The releases have occurred roughly every two to three weeks since October. Previously, Fish & Game have only released salmon into the lakes for the Take A Kid Fishing Event and when there had been surpluses from commercial hatcheries, such as the Silverstream Hatchery near Kaiapoi. The fish are hatched at the Fish & Game Montrose hatchery in the Upper Rakaia, where the cold, low-nutrient water provides the perfect hatching conditions. After six months, they are transferred down to raceways on a property owned by the Isaac Wildlife Trust at McLeans Island Road. Here, Fish & Game on-grow the salmon for a further six months before releasing them into the lakes. By the time they are released they are up to 1.5kg. Mr Barr said that while some would be ‘catch and release’, most were taken home for supper. The lakes are only open to junior anglers (17 and under as of October 1).

FOR frustrated Christchurch homeowners struggling with insurance issues, grouping together in ‘insurance clusters’ could be a game changer, an advocate has suggested. Insurance clusters, where residents who live in the same area and who are covered by the same insurance company band together in dealing with their insurers, have sprung up in Ferrymead-Brookhaven and Mt Pleasant in the last few months. An umbrella organisation covering the area from Ferrymead to Sumner, called the Coastal Hills Cluster, has also been formed. Ferrymead-Brookhaven Residents Association chairman David Stringer, who

initiated the concept, said although it was in its early stages, the idea was already a great success and would eventually help weed out the good insurers from the bad. “What we wanted to do was provide a vehicle for residents to be able to share information, because people are very hungry for information, and to understand to get a handle on the process they’re in,” he said. “It became apparent to me that people can be insured by the same insurance company but be at totally different stages of the whole insurance continuum, and they can be at those stages through misinformation or lack of information, lack of advocacy and feeling

totally overwhelmed by the process.” Mr Stringer said that while some insurance companies were doing a very good job of working with their clients, others were doing an appalling job. Insurance clusters would enable clients to compare performance and build a picture of who the good and bad insurers were. He had spoken to representatives from residents associations in St Albans and Parklands who were interested in forming their own insurance clusters. Earthquake Recovery Minister Gerry Brownlee and Port Hills MP Ruth Dyson have both expressed their support for the concept.

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CHRIS Sutherland knows that riding a scooter from Christchurch to Hokitika for a cancer fundraiser might be a tough slog but says it’s nothing compared to what his fouryear-old son Lachie, a cancer patient, is going through. The Huntsbury resident is among 250 entrants set to take part in the Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari, a journey of over 250km, on May 26 to raise funds for the New Zealand Cancer Society. Lachie was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma cancer in January and is currently undergoing chemotherapy.

Mr Sutherland said life had been a rollercoaster for Lachie, himself and wife Kelly over the past few months but they had received a lot of support. Taking part in the Scooter Safari was a way of staying positive and giving something back for the help that they had received. “When you’re in the actual period when he’s having chemotherapy, you’re quite focused on that and in some ways you’re less focused on the end result, but then there comes a time when you have some tests and the results can be good, bad or otherwise,” Mr Sutherland said.

AN Invitation to an evening on public speaking at Spreydon Community Toastmasters, hear confident speakers, join in fun of table topics, chance to join new club in Spreydon, 7.15pm Thursday May 31, Barrington Bowling Club, Barrington St, supper provided, plse contact John 3383814 or Nicola 942-4125 or n.robertson@paradise.net.nz. LINCOLN Baptist Church Prayer Team, invites you to worship & healing service, Sunday13 May at 7pm, in the Lincoln Baptist Auditorium. It’s not only for church people but for everyone, come & experience God at work. EMBROIDERY for all skill levels, Canterbury Embroideries Guild. Groups meet several times weekly, contact Roz 383-6946 or Rosemary 358-4256. YALDHURST Ladies Probus Club, is looking to welcome new members at their meetings in Upper Riccarton on the 3rd Tuesday in each month, variety of interesting speakers & arranged outings are held with friendly club, enquiries to Glenis 342-5350 or Jan 342-9202. HAGLEY Ladies Probus Club, welcomes new members to join our club. We meet at Crockfords Bridge Club rooms, 218 Riccarton Road on 1st Tuesday of each month at 1-30pm & 3rd Tuesday is our outings day, very interesting speakers & enjoyable outings are had by all, good off street parking available, plse contact Waverley 03 342-8226 or Joan 03 352-1338. PT In the park, exercise for free, outdoor exercise session with registered personal trainers, weekly on Saturdays, 12 noon, duration 45 minutes will cater to all fitness levels, plse wear suitable clothing & footwear, session takes place rain or shine, North Hagley Park, corner Park Terrace & Harper Ave, further enquiries 027 484-9383. The Community Noticeboard is for non profit groups or

“So in between, you try and stay organisations. Items submitted must include a phone focused and try to have some positive number and any associated costs and must not be more things about you, so for me the than 50 words. This is a free service from Mainland Press whole scooter ride is a way of doing which reserves the right to edit submissions or to withhold something positive.” items from publication if they do not fit the criteria, or due to space constraints. Although he had initially set a target of $3000, donations received so far totalled almost $12,000. spectacular.” Mr Sutherland said all the donations Bob McCleary Yamaha in Rangiora has had been humbling and some were almost loaned him a scooter for the trip. unbelievable. Donations can be made online at “One friend of mine in lieu of getting Mr Sutherland’s fundraising page: birthday presents for his 40th, he asked people h t t p : / / w w w. f u n d r a i s e o n l i n e . c o . n z / to donate money, which I thought was pretty ChrisSutherland/.

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Halswell teacher honoured Tom Doudney

HALSWELL Residential College teacher Maree Edwards says she is honoured to be among 12 teachers from around the country to receive a national award for excellence in teaching. “I’m very pleased and honoured to receive it and very conscious that teaching is very much a team effort to ensure that the individual educational needs of students are met,” Ms Edwards said. The National Excellence in Teaching Awards (NEiTA) Foundation awards, presented in Parliament last week, are intended to promote public recognition of teaching and specifically teachers who have demonstrated excellence and commitment in their work. Eight leadership awards were also handed out, one of which went to Ms Edwards’ mother Proud moment: Maree Edwards receiving her award from Erin Cairns, who is principal Minister of Education Hekia Parata. of Invercargill’s Ruru Special School. It was the first time a mother and behavioural and emotional special needs. daughter have each won one of the NEiTA Since the February 22, 2011 earthquake awards in the same year. she had split her time between teaching at Prior to being a teacher, Ms Edwards had the college and outreach learning - travelling spent many years as a social worker in the around the country helping staff and students United Kingdom and upon her return to New meet special education needs. Zealand, decided to complete her training in NEiTA Foundation chairman Terry education. O’Connell said teachers were integral to a fair “Due to my mother’s role I had always spent and progressive society. time with students with special educational “Recognising excellence in the profession needs and therefore had a naturally vested can only assist in recruiting the best students interest in that sector,” she said. to teaching as a career. Of equal importance is Ms Edwards’ role at the college involved retaining the wealth of dedicated teachers we teaching between year 7 and 10 male already have and offering encouragement for students with intellectual impairment, social, others to improve their practice.”

Cashmere ceramics business provides creative outlet IF you think there’s nothing to do in Christchurch anymore, then think about going potty. Rather than completely losing your marbles, in this case ‘Go Potty’ is the name of a new paintyour-own ceramic studio in Cashmere, which had its official launch party last week. Owner Claire Robb said the business, started recently despite the city’s post-quake turmoil, had already proved its popularity with stressed-out Cantabrians, being fully booked out during the Easter holidays. Ms Robb said with entertainment options in the Celebrations: Go Potty owner Claire Robb with Peter Townsend city diminished, she had seen an at the launch last week. opportunity to provide a creative outlet for people of all ages, and customer together to each paint a single piece. comments so far had reinforced its stressCanterbury Employers’ Chamber of busting effects. Commerce chief executive Peter Townsend One couple had even used the opportunity said that the setting up of the business showed to replace their broken dinner service and that even in the midst of disaster, life went on. celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary in “Some of the most successful businesses are a unique way by bringing friends and family set up in periods of adversity.”

Voting to close tomorrow in Spreydon-Heathcote ward TIME is almost up for Spreydon-Heathcote residents to have a say in the election of a new community board member for their ward. Those who are on the electoral roll for the Spreydon-Heathcote Ward have until 12pm tomorrow to cast a vote in the by-election. People who haven’t already sent in their votes are encouraged to return them to Beckenham Service Centre and South Library or to the ground floor reception of the Civic Office at 53 Hereford Street. Special votes are available for people who are on the unpublished roll, who have lost or

spoilt their voting papers or who have recently moved to the ward and have lived there for at least one month prior to today. They can be cast and are available from the Beckenham Service Centre and South Library, 9am to 5pm up until the polls close. Voters can check their enrolment details at http://www.elections.org.nz/app/enrol. The candidates are Rodney Duncan Wright Cameron, Richard Mark Grattan Tindall, David George Drayton, Gary Lloyd Harrow, Christopher Michael Hansen, Glenn Bruce Slaughter and Helene Doris Mautner.

Public hearings on rebuild plans dropped Samantha Early and Tom Doudney

PUBLIC hearings will not be held on the draft Sydenham Master Plan, to the disappointment of some submitters; however, workshops may take place to address issues with the draft Selwyn St Shops Master Plan. The Spreydon Heathcote Community Board decided unanimously not to ask the Christchurch City Council to hold hearings on the Sydenham plan, but that it would ask council staff to write to the 17 of 43 people and groups who submitted and wished to make a verbal comment. Board chairman Phil Clearwater said there had already been delays with the plan and there was very little opposition to any of it.

“On some of the areas where there does need to be more debate, for example transport and cycle ways, there will be every opportunity for people to be involved.” He said holding hearings could have taken weeks and they wanted to fast-track the process. “We join the business owners in wanting the plan to be actually developed and implemented as soon as possible.” However, the board had decided on a different approach with the Selwyn St Shops plan due to concerns raised by several submitters around elements of the plan relating to transport.

Mr Clearwater said the board had recommended to council that workshops be held with submitters, a process which was intended to work through concerns while still being quicker than public hearings. The council is yet to discuss that proposal. Maureen Vance of the Adult Reading Assistance Scheme said she wanted to speak at the Sydenham hearing to represent the 20 percent of Christchurch people who couldn’t read or write well enough to contribute to the plan. “How can they have a say? That’s what I was going to bring.”

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A NEW branch of the ASB Bank opened in the newly expanded Barrington Mall last week. ASB’s general manager of branch banking Grant Gilbert said the new Barrington branch brought the total number in and around Christchurch to eight, with a further branch in Rangiora due to open in July. The branch in Barrington mall replaced a temporary port-a-com bank which ASB had set up in the car park. ASB’s Regional Centre is also moving back into the central city after its previous premises were badly damaged in the February 2011 earthquake. The new centre at 518 Colombo Street will bring staff back under one roof after they had been operating out of the bank’s Hornby and Riccarton premises. The move is taking place in two stages, with 40 staff having already been relocated and the remaining 30 moving across in June. To mark the opening, a community fun day was held at the new Barrington branch on Saturday.

Long-time Sydenham business owner David Harman of Harman Motors, who also asked to speak to his submission, was disappointed at not being heard. Port Hills MP Ruth Dyson, who asked to speak about her written submissions on Sydenham and Lyttelton plans, said it did not bode well that the city’s two pilot projects had been so delayed that submission hearings had to be cut. “I trust that the community board and councillors have read all the submissions and that they alter the plan as appropriate,” she said.

Sockburn market to return Tom Doudney

A SOCKBURN craft market, which had a short but successful run, will get a second life next month. The Garden City Market was closed by its previous operator in March after only three months of operation, to the surprise and disappointment of many stallholders. Now Judy Harrington and one other former stallholder Ginny Hoepf, are resurrecting the market, which is set to open again on June 2. Mrs Harrington said it had been discouraging when the market closed. “There were about 70 stalls and it was really picking up and

everything was going fine and then all of a sudden it just wasn’t there anymore.” The market had helped provide a place for stallholders who were displaced from other locations after the earthquake or who did not want to be part of Riccarton Market. “When the earthquakes happened and we lost the Art Centre, that was a big body of local art and craft people who have just got nowhere to go, so the idea was to get something substantial back into the community to give us a connection.” It was hoped that an office building on the site could be rented to help cover costs.

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Ninety not out: No, not cricket, bowls. Recently, at the closing day for the season of the Halswell Bowling Club, this photo was taken of five members all over the age of 90. From left: Rob Rowley, 90, has been playing for 40 years; Jim Gould, 90, has been playing for 28 years; Murray Crabbe, 90, started in central Otago 59 years ago; Crawford Wylie, 93, has been playing for 40 years; Maurice Walker, 90, started eight years ago. Photo: Ed Stanley

AS sea cadets, Christ’s College students James Keleghan and Miles McMillan are used to a bit of adventure, but travelling to London to take part in Queen Elizabeth II’s diamond jubilee celebrations is likely to trump previous excursions. James, a 16-year-old Riccarton resident, and Miles, also 16, from Halswell, will be the only two Christchurch representatives among a New Zealand Maritime Youth Organisation’s crew of around 12 members to be part of an international 1000-boat pageant on the Thames on June 3. The pageant is one of the key events scheduled to mark the Queen’s 60 years on the throne, the second-longest reign of any British monarch. The four sea cadets and around eight or nine young mariners will row down the Thames behind the Queen’s barge and also take part in several parades on land. James, who moved from England to Christchurch with his parents five years ago, said he was excited about taking part. “It’s really important for me coming from England and my parents were in the military, which has added an extra special kind of factor to it.” For him, the two-week time frame of the trip will also provide an opportunity to catch up with family members he has not seen since leaving the country. Miles, a sea cadet for more than three years, was looking forward to the occasion. “It’s really exciting, such a big opportunity doesn’t come around very often,” he said. “Being able to be part of it is pretty special.”

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Young runner Work begins on new police raises $23,000 station in Antigua Street for St John Thirty-five days and 31 marathons later, 23-year-old Spreydon resident Mathew Broad crossed the finish line of his North 2 South Charity Challenge, raising money for St John last Friday. Mr Broad started his run in Cape Reinga on March 31 and finished 2298 kilometres later in Bluff. Continuing the legacy left by his late grandfather Russell Hodges, and the work he did as an officer and regional chairman of St John, Mr Board has raised an impressive $23,000 for the charity. “Like my grandad, I’m passionate about St John and feel a tremendous sense of self-achievement having completed this challenge. He’d be really proud.” The money raised will be used to support the charitable work of St John including the ambulance service, community initiatives such as free transport to medical appointments for those who need it and the friendship telephone service, Caring Caller.

Breaking ground: Arrow International representative Shaun Pont, left, Canterbury district commander superintendent Gary Knowles, NZ Fire service operations manager Chris Munro, Christchurch city councillor Barry Corbett and MP Kate Wilkinson turn the first sod at the site of the new central police station on Antigua Street. The new station will be singlestorey with a floor area of 7300 square metres and will serve as the central station for about seven years while a permanent station is built. Construction is expected to be finished by November.

News in brief MMP hearings in Christchurch today

Stopping by: Mathew Broad stopped at his grandfather’s grave in Winton during his run.

THE second and final day of public hearings on the MMP review are being held at the Air Force Museum Theatre in Wigram today, starting at 9.15am and running until 5pm. Members of the public are welcome to attend, although submissions will only be heard from those already scheduled to appear. Chief electoral officer Robert Peden said the hearings were a good opportunity to hear the opinions of others,

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Choir to raise funds for St John DESPITE the challenge of earthquakes over the past 19 months, the Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir has continued to operate in the city, and this month is giving a special performance to raise funds for St John. They will be performing at St Andrew’s 700-seat Rangi Ruru Presbyterian Church on May 20 from 2.15pm. The 45-member choir will be joined by special guests English organist Edward Picton-Turbervill and soprano Jeni McKinnon. Titled ‘Partners in Music’, the concert will include a range of traditional and modern songs, from opera favourites and spirituals to

original arrangements from three of Christchurch’s leading composers Features will be compositions by Martin Setchell and Richard Oswin, plus Phillip Norman’s setting of AK Grant’s poem Love Song, together with sacred music and songs ranging from Vive l’Amour and Unchained Melody to The Day the Pub Burned Down. Money raised from the event will be donated to St John. The loss of so many major venues has been devastating for the performing arts community, said choir president Graeme Downie, particularly any which required quality organ accompaniment.

“In the past, the Christchurch Liedertafel has performed in locations such as ChristChurch Cathedral, Durham Street Methodist, Knox Church, St Mark’s Opawa, the Salvation Army Citadel and the Christchurch Town Hall.” St John spokesperson Christine Prince thanked the members of the choir for their support of St John. “The Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir has performed at so many venues that were badly damaged in the February 2011 earthquake. We’re thrilled that they are carrying on with their performing and especially that they’ve chosen to fundraise for us at this special concert.”

In tune: The Christchurch Liedertafel Male Voice Choir at Knox Church.

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Margolyes hosting Theatre Royal fundraiser tomorrow night ACTRESS Miriam Margolyes will host a “very intimate” literary liaison, with all proceeds going towards the rebuild and restoration of the Isaac Theatre Royal, tomorrow. Margolyes, who is in New Zealand this month with her onewoman show Dickens’ Women said she felt incredibly sad when she heard about the theatre and wanted to do something to help. “I am thrilled to have the chance to help the Theatre Royal in some way. “Everyone has to do what they can … theatre is not just entertainment, it is about a place in your soul.” Margolyes has done Dickens, Harry Potter, Blackadder and was recently described by a New Zealand reporter as “saucy at 70”.

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Her body of work over many years will provide an entertaining backdrop for the event. The adults-only event will be held at Christ’s College Old Boys’ Theatre at 6.30pm. Tickets are $55 from dash tickets at www. dashtickets.co.nz.

Supporting Theatre Royal: Miriam Margolyes will lend her support to restoring the damaged Isaac Theatre Royal with a fundraising event tomorrow evening.

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SMOKE billowing from a controversial Sydenham crematorium over nearby businesses last week, including a café, has been called disrespectful and wrong and has seen renewed calls for it to be relocated. Last Wednesday, the Hawdon Street crematorium operated by John Guthrey experienced difficulties cremating a 230kilogram body. A strong odour and smoke covered the area, which disgusted nearby business owners Rod Stuart and Ahmad Hosseini. Mr Stuart operates Tropicool in Buchan St and has vigorously opposed the crematorium ever since it opened four months ago. “It’s a disrespectful place to do it; this is

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Save our pool, says school Sad swimmers: North New Brighton students Eli Matoe, 12, Kate McCabe, 11, Ciaran Stewart, 6, and Mya Pouaka, 10, are asking the community to help save their school pool.

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AN ENTIRE generation of some eastern suburbs children risk never learning to swim if North New Brighton’s school pool isn’t repaired, according to the school. The 72-year-old pool, which was used by community groups as well as the school, suffered damage in last year’s earthquakes and the school needs to raise $70,000 for repair costs. Save North New Brighton Pool coordinator Andrea Girvin said the 20metre pool must be repaired to ensure children in the seaside suburb could learn basic swimming skills. “With QEII gone, it’s really difficult for kids to get to a pool. “We’re right on the ocean so I worry that kids could get in trouble at the beach if they don’t learn to swim.

“We’re not a wealthy area and a lot of parents can’t afford to get their kids across town to a pool. “Even if parents can afford swimming lessons, there are very few spaces available now due to the shortage of pools.” North New Brighton student Eli Matoe, 12, had missed his daily visits to the pool during the summer. “I didn’t swim this year because we couldn’t use it so I hope it gets fixed for next summer.” Six-year-old Ciaran Stewart was also a frequent visitor to the pool. “I went there all the time and I am really sad now because it is broken.” Board of Trustees chairperson Linda Boyce said a month of swimming classes had been held at AquaGym earlier in the

year but the time students spent in the water was severely limited. “By the time we arrived the students only had 30 minutes in the pool, which isn’t enough time to learn to swim.” Ms Boyce said $11,000 had already been raised and she hoped everyone would support the fundraising drive. “We plan to line it with a vinyl or butynol liner to allow for further movement. “Fixing the pool will give something positive back to the community and give the kids a chance to smile again.” People wishing to make donations or offer assistance can get in touch with the group via their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ HelpUsRepairNorthNewBrightonSchool Pool.

NEXT Shirley Market which will partially be trading in Pegx, is Saturday May 12, 1-3pm, Te Puna Oraka, 69B Briggs Rd in Shirley. If wet postponed to same time Sunday, wide range of goods & services avail, social zone, kids zone info/books/ DVDs about economic topics Stall hire is Px1 or NZ $2 Contact Ian on 960 4682, ianandmarlys@ actrix.co.nz for a stall. ROCK N Roll Lessons next starts May 17, beginners 7 to 8, advanced 8.30 to 9.30, Southern Rock n Roll, cnr Nancy & Knowles Streets, limited spaces, must book 980-6497. JOIN Belfast Toastmasters & gain the benefits of better communication & speaking skills, learn in friendly & constructive environment, further information www.belfasttoastmasters.org.nz or ph Fay 03 327-6076. EDIBLE Gardens Network Group, friendly group of local gardeners with focus on organic gardening & growing your own food, meets about once month in different people’s gardens, experts as well as complete novices welcome, more info either email Clare candb@ihug.co.nz or ph her on 03 420-8850. MUSIC Group for pre-schoolers with Natural Magic, funky songs for children & their parents, puppetry & stories, every Wednesday during term time, 11.15am at the Pierside Cafe, for more info email nbproject@xtra.co.nz or call 03 388-9920. GOLDEN Oldies Movie Group, come & join this friendly group to watch wonderful old movie, every Monday 1pm at the New Brighton Museum, 8 Hardy St, gold coin donation incl cuppa beforehand, for more info email nbproject@xtra.co.nz or phone 388-9920. WAINONI Avonside Community Services Trust, at Wainoni Methodist Church, 878 Avonside Drive, Tuesday, art 10am to 12pm, crafts 10am to 12pm, $2 per session, WACST Co-ordinator Betty Chapman, wainoni.wacst@xtra.co.nz or 389-2285. The Community Noticeboard is for non profit groups or organisations. Items submitted must include a phone number and any associated costs and must not be more than 50 words. This is a free service from Mainland Press which reserves the right to edit submissions or to withhold items from publication if they do not fit the criteria, or due to space constraints.

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NEW Zealand’s education system has been described as “impressive” by a group of 10 international students who are visiting schools around the world as part of a research project. The group aged between 17 and 23 is investigating personalised learning at schools in Scotland, Germany, Sweden, the Czech Republic, New Zealand, America, Australia and South Africa as part of an annual project called The Learning School. Coordinator Daryl Regan said the students had investigated a number of personalised learning concepts at Shirley Boys’ High School over the last month. “We were impressed by the mentoring

programme for Pacific Island students and also by the house system as this has faded away in the United Kingdom. Ms Regan said the friendly attitude of New Zealanders had also been a highlight for the students. “Everyone is so welcoming, laidback and kind and there is so much natural beauty here. “A lot of the students have commented to me that New Zealand is the favourite country they have visited on this trip.” The group left for Australia last week and will present their research findings at a global education conference in Cape Town in July.

Lady Isaac named as river park patron LADY Isaac has been named as the patron of Avon-Otakaro Network (AvON), a group campaigning for a reserve and river park in the Avon River red zone. Lady Isaac said she accepted the invitation to become the group’s patron because the project was closely aligned with her own conservation interests. With her late husband Neil, Lady Isaac founded and built the Isaac Construction Co Ltd and created the Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust, which manages Peacock Springs Wildlife Park. Lady Isaac was influential in creating the Isaac Lakes in the Clearwater development and was behind the restoration of the Isaac Theatre Royal.

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On its way: A petition to make the Avon River red zone a park and reserve began its journey to parliament last week at the Christchurch Yacht Club in Moncks Bay, where a party including Christchurch city councillor Peter Beck, left, Avon-Otakaro Network cochairs Evan Smith, right, and Mark Gibson, not pictured, carried it by launch. From there, the petition bearing 18,500 signatures was carried by various crafts across the estuary and up the Avon River to its source in Avonhead and then overland to Christchurch International Airport, from where it was flown to Wellington. It was received on the steps of Parliament by Christchurch East MP Liane Dalziel and Green MP Eugenie Sage the next day. Photo: Samantha Early

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Global travel inspires New Brighton artist Gina McKenzie

A SIX-month journey of Quebec, Sweden, Germany, Austria and Singapore has provided North New Brighton artist Anne Visser with plenty of inspiration for her upcoming solo exhibition at Selwyn Art Gallery. “My sketchbooks were bursting full of images and words connected to daily life in those places,” she said. “Even ordinary everyday events come to life when you are in a different country. “It’s all about trying new foods, having new experiences and seeing things while sitting at cafes and watching life go by.” Ms Visser said the theme of her exhibition entitled Land and see –discover the unexpected focused on exploring the concept of travel in an abstract style. “I would consider myself as a contemporary artist with an abstract twist. There are always hidden meanings within my work and this series of artwork has plenty of colour and layers of meaning and depth. Unexpected discoveries: North New Brighton artist Anne Visser with Licorice, one of “I tend to have symbols of travel 47 artworks inspired by a six-month world trip, which will be on display at the Selwyn and communication in my art Art Gallery in June. such as aeroplanes, satellites and “I grew up in Germany and then this idea of keeping part of my old dinghies and bits of conversation in taught forestry at an American identity while making a new life has French, German or Swedish.” influenced my work.” Ms Visser’s own experience as an university. The exhibition opens on June 2 and “Three years ago, I moved to New immigrant has always been an integral runs until June 30 in Darfield. Zealand with my Kiwi husband and part of her art.

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ST Martins sea cadet Reuben McCartney, 19, won the 2012 Belfast/Kaiapoi Rotary Club’s Young Totara Award earlier this month for his contribution to the community. The award has been presented since 2002 to a young person who provided a sound role model for youth and showed good leadership. Reuben was presented with an award certificate, pin and

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To submit your notice Email to diary@norwestnews.co.nz or Post to Community Diary, P.O. Box 39176 Harewood, Christchurch 8545 CHRISTCHURCH Liedertafel male voice choir, in concert at St Andrews Church Merivale Lane $10 programme entry, The Music Lives on, featuring Martin Setchell, Chch’s internationally acclaimed organ virtuoso. A Mother’s Day Celebration, 2.15 Sunday May 13, no prior reservations, subscriber & door ticket sales only, enquiries graeme@maxeprint. co.nz or 03 366-7729. CHARITY concert/book sale fundraiser for the M.E./ CFS Support Group Saturday May 12 2pm at St Silas Church, 237 Main North Road, Redwood. Fun and entertainment for the whole family plus Devonshire Tea. Tickets only $5, phone 359 3439. EMBROIDERY For all skill levels, Canterbury Embroideries Guild, groups meet several times weekly, contact Roz 383-6946 or Rosemary 358-4256. YALDHURST Ladies Probus Club, is looking to welcome new members at their meetings in Upper Winning streak: Cotswold School student Claudia Williams (grey) on the way to beating her fellow classmates to win the school’s 10-year-old two- Riccarton on the 3rd Tuesday in each month, variety of kilometre cross country race. Senior teacher Liz Davies said the children had practised the different courses over the past few weeks. Winners on the interesting speakers & arranged outings are held with day were: James Tucker, Briana Alsford, Kobe Stackhouse, Samara Uriao, Jack DeMouth, Emily Jamison, Ben Hanrahan, Holly Wratt-Groeneareg, friendly club, enquiries to Glenis 03 342-5350 or Jan Isabella Orr, Tommy Scott, Claudia Williams and Jack Fraser. Photo: Supplied 03 342-9202. HAGLEY Ladies Probus Club, welcomes new members to join our club. We meet at Crockfords Bridge Club rooms, 218 Riccarton Road on 1st Tuesday of each month at 1.30pm & 3rd Tuesday is our outings day, very interesting speakers & enjoyable outings are had by all, good off-street parking available, plse Tania Butterfield contact Waverley 342-8226 or Joan 352-1338. Rattray said. What started out as a boys’ weekend away participating in it.” LIVE In North Western Suburbs, want to make new Participants had already raised friends? Consider joining Papanui Combined Probus They raised $14,000 for the Cancer Society has now turned into one of the most anticipated over $62,000, with one man, Chris Club, couples & singles, all welcome, great speakers, that year. fundraising events in Canterbury. By 2010, word of the event had spread Sutherland, raising over $10,000. Registrations for this year’s Tranz Alpine great outings, great company, monthly meetings 1st Organisers hoped to hit the $100,000 Tuesday at Papanui Bowls, ground floor, 181 Condell Scooter Safari fundraiser filled up within 18 like wildfire, thanks to social media like Ave, no parking problems, ph Ivan 348-5687 or Facebook, and they decided to hold it as an mark this year. days. The event is intentionally held a Dorothy 351-8322. Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari organiser Jayne official fundraiser. About 230 people participated in it, raising week before winter, Mrs Rattray said. Rattray said the inaugural event in 2009 The Community Noticeboard is for non profit groups or “We don’t want it to be easy. There’s was initially a boys’ weekend away for her $126,000 for the Cancer Society. organisations. Items submitted must include a phone number “We were just blown away by how much got to be that element of hardship. It’s and any associated costs and must not be more than 50 words. husband Mike and his mates from Air New quite a long day (about seven hours to This is a free service from Mainland Press which reserves the interest there was in it,” Mrs Rattray said. Zealand. The event was not held last year as Mr and complete) and it’s freezing cold, with right to edit submissions or to withhold items from publication “They had bought these scooters off Trade if they do not fit the criteria, or due to space constraints. Me and wanted to see whether they could get Mrs Rattray decided to make it a biannual snow in some parts,” she said. The scooter safari has inspired them across the Southern Alps. It was really event, but the huge response this year is likely similar events around the country to change that. just a bit of a boys’ adventure,” she said. “We had to cut off registrations at 250 people including the Southern Scooter Challenge and However, the same week they were discussing the trip, friend and colleague because of road safety. Within 18 days of the the Central Plateau Scooter Challenge, which Licensed (REAA 2008) also raise funds for the Cancer Society. Blair Newton, 32, was diagnosed with bowel website going live we had reached capacity. “It’s been quite humbling. It’s amazing to “We now have more than 100 people on the cancer. We can SELL your Home “We thought maybe we could try and raise waiting list in case someone pulls out so it know that this idea has taken off and we have some money out of it. Word spread [around shows there is a huge amount of interest there been able to raise this much money. 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Alcohol ban to become permanent THE Christchurch City Council is considering making temporary alcohol bans in Merivale and Papanui permanent. Council programme manager Alan Bywater said the amendment to the 2009 Alcohol Restrictions in Public Places Bylaw would help address increased violence and disorder in Merivale and Papanui resulting from people drinking in public places. “The temporary bans appear to have been effective and it is going to be some time before the current patterns of drinking and entertainment areas change, hence the need for permanent bans,” he said. Drinking and entertainment areas in Merivale and Papanui had become popular following

the February 22 earthquake and the subsequent closure of clubs and bars in the central business district. A temporary ban has been in place since August and will remain in place until September 9. “The Council is very interested in hearing from people as to whether the temporary alcohol bans have been useful or not, and whether they think the proposed bans cover the right locations, days and times,” Mr Bywater said. The bans apply from 6pm to 6am on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Written submissions on the amendment to the Alcohol Restrictions in Public Places Bylaw can be made until June 6.

Papanui Bowls’ double celebration The Papanui Club men’s and women’s outdoor bowls teams have created club history by both winning the Champion of Champion Bowls Canterbury triples titles for the 2011/12 season. Club secretary Bev Bilbrough said it was the first time in the club’s history that both the men and women’s teams had won the champion titles and it was the first win the players had had bowling together. Bep Weir, Pat Esplin and Mary Harrington beat South Brighton 17-12 to take out the women’s

title while Kelvin Scott, Terry Stewart and Mike Rees won a “nail biter” final against Belfast. “With the result being tied at 16-all after the mandatory 18 ends, an extra end was required and Papanui came out the winners 18-16,” Mrs Bilbrough said. The day of the finals was also the club’s trophy presentation and end of season function, so the double win was the perfect end to the season. “We just had great joy and excitement about the win. We had great celebrations when the players returned,” she said.

Choir sings from the heart Tania Butterfield

“LOOK what they’ve done to my song, Ma,” about 30 members of the St Albans chapter of the Rockers of Ages choir sing. “Look what they’ve done to my brain…I feel I’m half insane.” It’s not the sort of lyrics you would expect a choir made up of “older” people to be singing but it is clear by the look on their faces and the passion in their voices that they love it. The Melanie Safka song is the first song choir member Josephine Head has recognised since joining the choir last year. “The other songs I’ve never heard before so they can be interesting,” she says. “I’ve got a CD at home to practice with although I don’t practice as often as I should.” The 79-year-old has been attending the St Albans Rockers of Ages choir since it began in August last year. “This is the first time I have been in a choir where I can interact with other people” The choir, founded by The Muse Community Music Trust, began in response to a need for companionship

and fellowship amongst the elderly following the February earthquake. The choir is like a Christchurch version of the Young @ Heart elders’ chorus based in Massachusetts, where elderly people sing popular songs from today’s music. Mrs Head, who sings tenor, says being part of the choir has helped her deal with the earthquakes of the past year. “It has let me concentrate on something else [other than the earthquakes]. I enjoy the companionship and love the fellowship,” she says. Her daughter Christine Head, 55, has also joined Rockers of Ages. “I was interested in being in a four-part harmony. I have been a karaoke singer for about eight years so I really wanted to get into a choir,” she says. “I just love the variety of music here. There’s African songs, Latin, old songs, it’s all lovely music.” Elaine Reeves says she tried to get her husband to join but

Sweet tune: Choir tutor Nikki Berry, right, leads the St Albans chapter of Rockers of Ages in the Melanie Safka song Look What They’ve Done To My Song, Ma. Photo: Tania Butterfield

was so inspired she joined herself. “It took me out of my comfort zone as it’s some years since I sang, but the teachers are so encouraging.”

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The Rose Café

Butchery & Delicatessen 29-31 Main North Rd Ph: 352-9047

466C Papanui Rd Ph: 354-5300

House of Chantilly Unit 5/21 Main North Rd Ph: 354-5590 Professional Dressmakers

Mee Mees Thai Restaurant 464C Papanui Rd Ph: 352-4200

Saks n Such Bag & Luggage Superstore 10 Main North Rd Ph: 377 4463

464A Papanui Rd Ph: 331-8160

Harmans Lawyers

22 Harewood Rd Ph: 352-6416

485 Papanui Rd Ph: 379-7835

BP 2 GO Papanui

The China Kitchen

Art Box Gallery

16 Harewood Rd Ph: 354-3507

461 Papanui Rd Ph: 352-4035

17B Main North Rd Ph: 354-6818

1/16 Loftus St Ph: 352-8940

Artworks Picture Framing 6 Main North Rd Ph: 352-7594

Bennetts Shoe Repair Service Footwear & Bag Repairs 482 Papanui Rd Ph: 354-4011

Papanui Pharmacy

National Hearing Care

481 Papanui Rd Ph: 354-2020

478 Papanui Rd Ph: 352-8381

8 Main North Rd Ph: 354-8526

Janet Crook Grace & Lace Fabric & Bridal Accountants 21A Main North Rd Ph: 352-1076

Petticoat Lane Costume Hire

Subway Papanui

Super Liquor Papanui

Beyonce Hair Extensions

21 Main North Rd Ph: 354-0087

Frendz On Papanui 3/485 Papanui Rd Ph: 352-8341

Art Metro

Fabric Vision

Salon 464

Art School & Cafe

39 Main North Rd Ph: 354-8361

485 Papanui Rd Ph: 352-8329

465 Papanui Rd Ph: 354-4438 School Ph: 354 2068 Café

Rose & Thistle Tavern

Westenra Jewellers

Savoir Dog Grooming

24A Main North Rd Ph: 352-7011

464 Papanui Rd Ph: 354-0450

466B Papanui Rd Ph: 352-9268

Bernina Sewing Centre

466 Papanui Rd Ph: 352-0401 (Parking off Wyndham St)

Poppies 472 Papanui Rd Ph: 352-6444