Agree with everything you have written. It is impossible for us all to be happy about everything all the time. But we have such amazing opportunities and we have a chance to be part of the citys success. That is a wonderful thing.
I agree this is a powerful artwork, but it simply does not work long term. It is untidy and represents grief and loss. Christchurch city needs to move on and have a CBD that represents hope an joy. We have the memorial to remember.
A business case and concept design for the Court will be presented in March next year. Business case for the stadium is complete and design is underway.
New hoyts, library and farmers market as well as the rest of Cashel Mall will all be open in the next 6 months, along with the completion of the city promenade. Christchurch is like a flower slowly coming into bloom. I for one am excited and every new development, public and private, makes me proud to call this city home. So bah humbug to all the naysayers. Christchurch rocks!
Look forward to your return. You will hopefully be impressed with the progress and new feel of the city. Im loving the way the city now celebrates the Avon Otakaro corridor. Most of us are really excited about the city, just not on here :)
There was consultation for the cathedral and stadium was also part of the recent long term plan consultation. Some people agreed with you, some did not.
What a load of negativity in all these comments. Even when the press arent trying to stir things up the nay-sayers come out in force. Good work people.
Ave you been living under a rock?? These rule changes in the district plan cause shock waves in east christchurch. It made headlines. People wrote snarky comments.
Places like this and the farmers market specifically dont want the fastfood chains, they say so quite openly. McDonalds is still signalled for ddvelopment on Colombo street do if anything might go back there?
More than a few! Thanks - coming in for a run around the park, lunch somewhere sunny and a quick shop is perfectly pleasant without your attitude stinking out the place.
And yet this is a model adopted in most western cultures. Elected people are not experts in the work they make decisions about. How could you expect your local politician to know how to rebuild a city in near entirity??
These positions only make up some of the most influential in Christchurch. However it is good to see this shift to seeing women in city leadership roles. Christchurch can only benefit from a more balanced approach.
Would love to know how many of these delightful commenters have worked in the public sector or applied to. Possibly not as simple as everyone like to believe. Ive worked in both public and private. Much less scrutiny in private sector. And rightly so, but something to remember when pointing ones finger.
Christchurch people told to conserve water if they want it unchlorinated sooner
Unclorinated drinking water wins out everday over watering the garden, or washing the car.
Christchurch Arts Centre seeks arthouse cinema operators
Great news! Another reason to come and spend time in the city.
Johnny Moore: Christchurch restaurants I don't own but still love
Nice piece. Small businesses will come and go but I hope the real gems flourish in our new CBD.
NgÄ Puna Wai athletics track on home stretch to October opening
Really looking forward to the buzz at this place when there are a few big events going on.
North Canterburys shame on you parking warrior comes forward
She apologised for that.
"Thousands visit Christchurch's new $92m central library
Bah humbug. Seriously, it must be hard work being that negative!
Historic Magistrates Court to be converted into childcare centre
Thank you for this restoration and for such a wonderful purpose. The kids will bring it back to life.
E-scooter injury claims and near misses spark safety fears
How many ACC claims over the same period for car crashes, bike crashes, regular scooter crashes? This is not surprising, or news worthy.
Rates bill jumps $1000 after council reviews status of granny flat
Only selwyn is 1 blue, so your theory is not relevant here.
New Hoyts multiplex seen as big boost for central Christchurch
And a bus exchange on the other side of the stree.
Groundworks to start for Christchurch's Metro Sports Facility
Great news. This is the project I am looking forward to the most!
Christchurch's coastal pathway gets an additional $18.5m
Millions were spent on both the beachside playground and QEII rec centre.
North Canterburys shame on you parking warrior comes forward
Be grateful you are able bodied and walk a little further. Its good for you!
Executive decision: The movers and shakers running Christchurch City Council
Thats a lot of guess work. Definitely off on the average salary. Remember this includes about 1000 front line staff.
Rallying cry to support retailers struggling through lean winter months
They do. Lichfield st.
Christchurch cycleway nearing completion after houses demolished
Mariel council cycleparking is underground and hundreds of people cycle every day. Including today!
"Is Christchurch the only New Zealand city with too many houses?",
NZ is bigger than chch.
TÅ«ranga, the South Island's biggest and most modern library, set for October opening
Really looking forward to this one! Looks amazing from the outside.
Lower Hutt suburb could be swallowed up by sea level rise in just 80 years
Sea level rise increases the chance of coastal inundation (flooding).
Court Theatre wins long battle to be first built on performing arts precinct
The Court Theatre
"Works starts on rescue of century-old Christchurch heritage facade",
Would be so good to see progress on this block. Will connect the innovation precinct (I forget the new name?) back into the central city.
E-scooter injury claims and near misses spark safety fears
So what? Heaven forbid teenagers have anything fun in this city? Describe a problem, not your prejudice.
Car parking deal will compete with council discounts
Its only $2.80 for the next hour, so not a lot of difference.
"Spreading the good word of the new Christchurch",
Agree with everything you have written. It is impossible for us all to be happy about everything all the time. But we have such amazing opportunities and we have a chance to be part of the citys success. That is a wonderful thing.
Winter weather takes toll on Christchurch's 185 Empty Chairs
I agree this is a powerful artwork, but it simply does not work long term. It is untidy and represents grief and loss. Christchurch city needs to move on and have a CBD that represents hope an joy. We have the memorial to remember.
Court Theatre wins long battle to be first built on performing arts precinct
A business case and concept design for the Court will be presented in March next year. Business case for the stadium is complete and design is underway.
There's a reason people aren't flocking to the central city
New hoyts, library and farmers market as well as the rest of Cashel Mall will all be open in the next 6 months, along with the completion of the city promenade. Christchurch is like a flower slowly coming into bloom. I for one am excited and every new development, public and private, makes me proud to call this city home. So bah humbug to all the naysayers. Christchurch rocks!
New Hoyts multiplex seen as big boost for central Christchurch
So you will visit one of the other cinemas instead. Problem solved.
E-scooter injury claims and near misses spark safety fears
Most car journeys in nz are less than 8km, even less in the city, so pretty achievable by scooter.
Buses reign supreme while cars jam on 'Manchester Boulevard'
So they built a bus corridor and now it is being used as a bus corridor. Why the surprise? This is a good news story.
New Hoyts multiplex seen as big boost for central Christchurch
Yes!! Wonderful comment. Enjoy!
"Spreading the good word of the new Christchurch",
Look forward to your return. You will hopefully be impressed with the progress and new feel of the city. Im loving the way the city now celebrates the Avon Otakaro corridor. Most of us are really excited about the city, just not on here :)
High school friends and restaurateurs bring their eateries back to central Christchurch
There was consultation for the cathedral and stadium was also part of the recent long term plan consultation. Some people agreed with you, some did not.
"Museum celebrating famous artist Bill Sutton to open in 2019",
What a fabulous project for the area and the city. Great news.
$100m hotel and housing development plan for old saleyards site
CCC have no real say. Its an rma issue.
Christchurch people told to conserve water if they want it unchlorinated sooner
You are confusing ccc and ecan
Cost of Redcliffs School rebuild on Redcliffs Park site grows to $16 million
Nothing to do with the Council
On nature's side: Vegan football club is now carbon neutral
Good work. Great role modelling.
"Spreading the good word of the new Christchurch",
Actually a nice change from the constant negativity. Christchurch is a great city. Time to celebrate it.
Review: Miro, central Christchurch
Very negative comments. This place is lovely.
Charges possible for 'divine' water if donations don't recoup costs
Have you looked at their actual budget? The money spent on core items is huge. The nice to haves are just pennies in comparison.
ÅŒtÄkaro calls for developers for planned Christchurch housing project
What a load of negativity in all these comments. Even when the press arent trying to stir things up the nay-sayers come out in force. Good work people.
Charges possible for 'divine' water if donations don't recoup costs
Ccc are not the drivers for the chlorination. Its coming from the health boards. Ccc are just given the thankless task of making it happen.
"Spreading the good word of the new Christchurch",
There are so many places to go, things to do, events for FREE in Christchurch. Try living in other countries. We are so lucky!!!
Denton Park is out, now Christchurch's Kyle Park is being investigated for Hornby's new pool
Will be difficult to find somewhere with cheaper rates. Like it or not, we are just playing catch up to the other major cities and our two neighbours.
Countdown removes plastic from its own products, ban plastic straws
Line your bin with paper and then put rubbish straight in the bin and rinse every time you empty it.
Who is likely to stand as Christchurch's mayor in the next election?
Sounds like you are putting yourself forward??
Couple spend thousands on building consent, but can't build
Ave you been living under a rock?? These rule changes in the district plan cause shock waves in east christchurch. It made headlines. People wrote snarky comments.
Charges possible for 'divine' water if donations don't recoup costs
No. Regulations were changed in the wake of Havlock.
"Management failings left council and public in the dark for months over unsafe wells",
Bonus? As if council staff get bonuses. Lol. They dont even get a Christmas party.
Charges possible for 'divine' water if donations don't recoup costs
Lets keep single use plastic out of this lovely local solution.
"Is Christchurch the only New Zealand city with too many houses?",
I dont need to jump in a car every time I want to do anything. Oh, and the port hills on your doorstep is pretty awesome too.
New Hoyts multiplex seen as big boost for central Christchurch
Places like this and the farmers market specifically dont want the fastfood chains, they say so quite openly. McDonalds is still signalled for ddvelopment on Colombo street do if anything might go back there?
Boy racers beware: Summit Rd speed limit could be 60kmh
Exactly how fast do you think most cyclists go? 60 on a winding narrow descent is far more than most would get up to.
Cycle trail linking Queenstown, Central Otago and Wanaka assured with $13m spend
Being the bicycle capital of the world would be amazing!!! We would have a long way to go though.
Playground and wetlands among plans to reinvigorate QEII
The plan shows wetlands planned on the west side of the park.
Playground and wetlands among plans to reinvigorate QEII
Would need private investment.
Reigniting our love affair with central Christchurch
You went EVERYWHERE?? Wow!
Week in review: The city and its discontents
Another negative stuff article about the central city. Heres an idea, how about being part of this citys success rather than rooting for its failure.
Know your limits when it comes to your kerbside bin
Rules are listed right here in the article! Simple.
Christchurch's coastal pathway gets an additional $18.5m
And yet plenty of people still out there cycling. Go figure!
Reigniting our love affair with central Christchurch
Exists - use it!
"Athletics track opening a milestone for NgÄ Puna Wai sports hub",
Time to get over it. Everyone else has.
Charges possible for 'divine' water if donations don't recoup costs
ECan.
Reigniting our love affair with central Christchurch
More than a few! Thanks - coming in for a run around the park, lunch somewhere sunny and a quick shop is perfectly pleasant without your attitude stinking out the place.
Executive decision: The movers and shakers running Christchurch City Council
And yet this is a model adopted in most western cultures. Elected people are not experts in the work they make decisions about. How could you expect your local politician to know how to rebuild a city in near entirity??
Letter writing skills, how to be friendly on the phone and a new font... Christchurch council's new charm offensive
Thats a might fine opinion you have there. You throw it around like it is fact!!
Cycle trail linking Queenstown, Central Otago and Wanaka assured with $13m spend
13m is a drop in the ocean. Money well invested.
Female power base reflects Christchurch's leadership history
These positions only make up some of the most influential in Christchurch. However it is good to see this shift to seeing women in city leadership roles. Christchurch can only benefit from a more balanced approach.
Canterbury mayors get pay increases
These are elected positions. Anyone can put their name in the hat to do the work and get these salaries.
Letter writing skills, how to be friendly on the phone and a new font... Christchurch council's new charm offensive
Would love to know how many of these delightful commenters have worked in the public sector or applied to. Possibly not as simple as everyone like to believe. Ive worked in both public and private. Much less scrutiny in private sector. And rightly so, but something to remember when pointing ones finger.
Johnny Moore: Rebuild roosters hurting CBD hospitality
Johnny, why do always have to be so unfailingly negative?
Primary school teachers vote to strike, reject Government's pay offer
Beside the point. 48k as a starting wage for a university graduate in charge of our young kids education is ridiculous.
Calls for section of Christchurchs Colombo St to become pedestrian mall
Interesting vote results. More people actually favour pedestrianisation. Christchurch is progressive despite what you read below!
Couple spend thousands on building consent, but can't build
Reviewing the district plan is a legislative requirement.
"The idea of banning fat-shaming is a fatuous notion",
While I agree with Mike sentiment he writes like a bully, full of sarcasm, derision and name calling. No class.
Five ways NZ has changed beyond recognition – and changed for the better
How about, nz is very fortunate to have good people like her so we get the benefit of all she has to offer?
Couple spend thousands on building consent, but can't build
How could you not check your lim before spending money on a consent? Do your homework people. A good architect would advise this as well.