Innovative ideas: Phil Mauger

It’s certainly been a busy four weeks for the council, but I was very pleased that we approved the Annual Plan for the coming year, with an average rates increase of 6.41%. We were all very aware of needing to reduce the burden council’s rates put on households, and I was determined to […]

A silver-lined subdivision: Lime Developments Limited

Strong connections are at the heart of vibrant, growing communities, and that’s what is on offer in Silverstream subdivision, just north of Christchurch. A ‘hidden gem,’ Silverstream boasts all the advantages of small-town living in semi-rural North Canterbury while being just 20 minutes from the Christchurch city centre. From first-home buyers and young […]

Hamlin high tea

Save the date and tell your friends. The popular High Tea for Hamlin will be held in Christchurch this year on Saturday 5 August. Supported by the Zonta Club of Christchurch North, the high tea will be held this year at the beautiful Aldersgate Centre on Durham Street. Rosemary McNoe, Fundraising Manager, Hamlin […]

Agricultural emissions: Mike Smith

The Māori Climate Platform wants government to confront the issue at the core of Aotearoa’s high greenhouse gas emissions, our agricultural sector. The scientific consensus on the pressing need for climate action is unwavering. Our stance is equally steadfast. Aotearoa can’t afford to dally when it comes to cutting these emissions. Bold, swift […]

Editor’s Note: JOMO

“Close the door, light the light,  We’re stayin’ home tonight, Far away from the bustle and the bright city lights, Let them all fade away, just leave us alone …” So wrote Tom Springfield in 1965, reflecting on the joy of taking time out and enjoying solitude, either alone or together. Almost 60 […]