From the editor: 11 November 2021
Water, water everywhere. Anger and disappointment were predictable reactions to last month’s proposed Three Waters legislation decision, given the original overwhelming public and local government objections to it. The Government legislation aims to establish four independent entities (known as Three Waters) to control drinking water, wastewater and stormwater. One entity will lump 21 […]
Mixing politics with family and fun
One of Christchurch’s youngest city councillors, James Gough knew from an early age he wanted to help facilitate change for the better. He talks to Lynda Papesch about his path so far. The city has always been home to James and he’s as passionate about it now as he was growing up. He […]
Leading with heart
The Kate Sheppard Memorial Fund works to celebrate greater Christchurch’s proud tradition of female leadership. Established by The Christchurch Foundation, the fund honours the incredible women making positive change in our community. Normally three grants are distributed each year, but due to the generosity of a local family-run Christchurch business, Evotek Technologies, this […]
Sneak peek aerial spectacular
Canterbury residents are being given the chance this month to attend a free development presentation of BELLE – A performance of Air. With support from the Ministry of Culture and Heritage and Creative New Zealand, MOVEMENT OF THE HUMAN (MOTH) is developing the work in Christchurch before it premieres at the Aotearoa New […]
Selling retirement units: RUS Conultancy
Buying or surrendering a retirement unit occupation right differs from the standard house sale or purchase. That’s where Sharon Bennett from RUS Consultancy comes in. With a law degree and legal executive qualification from the United Kingdom and experience in handling New Zealand retirement village unit settlements, Sharon knows that for a resident, […]
The Influencers: Jan Evans-Freeman
Sustainability goals. My exciting new role is to deliver the university’s environmental sustainability goals from its Strategic Vision 2020-2030. These include being carbon net neutral by 2030 and significantly raising awareness of sustainability and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across all aspects of university life. Operating in a more sustainable way […]
The Influencers: John Bridgman
Shining bright. Between Te Pae Christchurch and Cathedral Square you may have noticed a large, striking-looking black tower. Adorned with rainbow discs and shiny, copper-coloured strips, it stands out against the Convention Centre’s braided river facade. The tower is the central feature of a new public space we’re delivering – Conduit Square. It […]
The Influencers: Peter Townsend
The adjustment bureau. We are now well into the “call to arms” to get as many of our community vaccinated against Covid-19 as is possible. The push for vaccinations has highlighted some challenging issues that are inherent in our community. They include obvious inequities within and across our communities. It is very clear […]
Paeonies with a purpose
Flower lovers rejoice. It’s paeony season and for the second year running these revered blooms – long known to symbolise compassion – are the floral heroes of a special fundraising campaign, ‘Peonies with a Purpose’. Each bouquet or bunch of paeonies bought from participating retailers until November 14, will see $1 donated to […]
What about Blockchain?
The New Zealand Government is currently reviewing the potential for a sovereign digital currency, as are many other countries around the world. Among those in the spotlight is Blockchain, a mature technology that, while fresh to New Zealand, is growing fast. Globally job listings for crypto and blockchain have been skyrocketing, growing 118 […]
