News archive by Suburb

Current thinking from NZ and overseas - David Rutherford

Chief Commissioner David Rutherford recently spoke on human rights and disaster recovery at the 10th World Conference of the International Ombudsmen’s Institute in Wellington.

EQC TC3 drilling data

EQC have added a page to their website that gives a brief explanation of what happens to the data obtained from drilling. 

Land Use Recovery Plan for greater Christchurch

Environment Canterbury has received a direction from the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister, Gerry Brownlee, to develop a Land Use Recovery Plan for greater Christchurch.

Mobile ‘Library to Go’ vans hit the streets

In a New Zealand first, Christchurch residents now have greater access to library services.

Rally for Democracy - Our City - Our Say - 1st December 2012

Cantabrians will march from Latimer Square to Cranmer Square past their Provincial Council Chambers on 1st December demanding the Government give back DEMOCRACY to their city

Bring students to town - Parker

In a strong stand against the Government's central-city plans, Parker told The Press he felt duty bound to speak out after growing "increasingly concerned" over wasted opportunities in the rebuild - particularly the lack of incentive for young people to stay.

Chris Van Geylswijk

Nominations now open for Project Christmas

Nominations have now opened for Project Christmas, they close on the 16th of December 2012.

CCDU Six-Pack 23 November 2012

Project Christmas Nominations Opening

Helping people who don’t normally put their hands up.

Central city transport plan backed by Environment Canterbury

Environment Canterbury welcomes the release of the draft transport plan for the central city by the Christchurch Central Development Unit.

Southern Response Progress statistics update – Red Zone progress issues

Council adopts transport plan

Today's Christchurch City Council meeting adopted the Christchurch Transport Strategic Plan, the Council's 30-year vision to develop the city's transport network.

Dancers highlight the need for an accessible city

The emotive and persuasive power of dance will be used to draw attention to the need for a truly accessible Christchurch.

'Green city vision' for the Christchurch central city rebuild

A ‘green city vision’ for Christchurch is one step closer as a tailor-made tool for rebuilding in an eco-friendly way is released.

Christchurch quake sequences settling down

The probability of a large earthquake hitting Canterbury continues to decline as the earthquake sequence settles down, says GeoNet. 

More evidence of Christchurch rent gouging

New Zealand First says more evidence of rent gouging has emerged with a Christchurch family with nine young children landed with a rent increase of $100 a week to take their weekly rental from $460 to $560.

CDHB Consumer Council: Nominations

CDHB Consumer Council: – nominations are now open for anyone of these key areas: – 

Technical Reports - Base Isolation and Damage-Resistant Technologies for Improved Seismic Performance of Buildings

The Commission sought the advice of Professor Andrew Buchanan, Holcim Adjunct Professor Des Bull, Associate Professor Rajesh Dhakal, Associate Professor Greg MacRae, Dr Alessandro Palermo and Associate Professor Stefano Pampanin from the University of Canterbury on new technologies to improve seismic performance of buildings.

Technical Report - Structural Design For Earthquake Resistance Past, Present and Future

The Commission received a report written by Associate Professor Rajesh Dhakal of the University of Canterbury. The report, which was offered to the Commission, provided an indepth discussion of the way in which the current approach to seismic design has developed, and how this may change in the future.

Brighton bum baring protest aimed at council

A protest called Bare Your Bum for Brighton has been organised by a fed-up Christchurch businessman who says the city council has neglected the beachside suburb for too long.

EQC work in progress update

EQC have updated their Progress and Updates page with information on: 

SILVER LINING TO MARMITE SCARCITY FOR PROJECT CHRISTMAS

The Rebuild Christchurch Foundation has found a novel way to raise funds this Christmas, through auctioning photographs of empty Marmite jars donated by New Zealand celebrities including Rachel Hunter, Sir Graham Henry, Jaquie Brown and Trelise Cooper.

Setting a new direction for Chch public transport

Getting people out of their cars and back onto buses is one of the aims behind the change to the Christchurch Metro network.

EQC guidelines on vulnerability

300,000 claim exposures settled

Questions and Answers about Christchurch For Real Programme

In the last 10 days that the Christchurch For Real Bus has been on the road, we have received  about the .

Community invited to celebrate New Brighton Whale Pool re-opening

A special event to celebrate the re-opening of a Christchurch landmark, the New Brighton Whale Paddling Pool, is to be held this weekend.

Wallets open as rebuild kicks in

Do-it-yourself Cantabrians splashing out in preparation for the rebuild are fuelling a retail spurt in the quake-hit region.

Earthquake Recovery Community Advocate Jobs

The Christchurch City Council has four vacancies within the organisation which are newly created roles to assist the ability of Community Boards to implement their advocacy role under the Local Government Act on behalf of residents.

Vero ramps up activity in Christchurch

Vero continues to make progress in Christchurch. In September this year Vero was the first insurer to provide customers with scheduled dates for their reinstatements and is currently planning for an increase in rebuilding activity leading into the New Year.

Christchurch Appeal Trust reports annual progress

The Christchurch Earthquake Appeal Trust today reported on its progress and financial statements for the 15 months from establishment to 30 June 2012 and its Trustees remain committed to supporting Canterbury through the different phases of recovery from the earthquakes.

Ombudsmen face new challenges in ensuring fair treatment

Natural disaster, public service cuts and private provision of public services are among the issues under scrutiny by Ombudsmen at this week’s World Conference in Wellington.

Rebecca May - Renew Brighton

A design for future generations

Christchurch will be one of the biggest jobs on the planet for architects - a vast canvas of possibilities. But dominating early on will be the bread-and-butter work of just getting buildings up quickly, writes CHRISTOPHER MOORE .

Topic Meeting: Happiness is…what exactly…?

Christchurch to get creative with new schools

A leaflet describing possibilities for modern 21st century schools in greater Christchurch will be delivered to 160,000 local households over the next week.

Public pressure forces Parata back-down

We are seeking volunteers for a study on the effects of the Canterbury earthquakes

We are conducting a small research project to understand more about how people cope with very difficult experiences, such as the Christchurch earthquake sequence.

Structure, Structure, Structure……………..is that all that matters?

Land-damage claims won't hold up rebuild

Land-damage claims should not delay the rebuild process, the Earthquake Commission and insurers say.

Red-zone clearance to accelerate next year

The clearance of Christchurch's red-zoned suburbs is expected to accelerate next year as thousands of houses are approved for demolition.

Queries on Accommodation and Pay

While For Real Bus was on the road, we received a couple of queries about our training and employment programme here in Christchurch that we thought you’d also be interested in to know. 

EQC Canterbury home repairs for the vulnerable

EQC has focused on prioritising home repairs for vulnerable people, so those most in need get help as soon as possible.

Commissioners move to encourage new wood-burning technology

study finds liquefaction caused far more damage than the shaking

A year-long University of Canterbury (UC) students’ study has found liquefaction caused far more damage than ground movement in the Christchurch earthquakes.

Asset-Based Community Development Workshop

Strong communities and well connected local neighbourhoods are important as we look to recover.

IAG gives rebuild, repair deadline

Insurer IAG will complete its rebuild or repair programme by December 2015, the company told about 120 customers at the first of three meetings for policyholders in Christchurch last night.

Call to dump kerb tanks

East Christchurch community leaders are calling for the city's kerbside sewage dump stations to be dumped.

New Brighton residents want regeneration

A master plan to regenerate the New Brighton Mall should include saltwater pools, more shelter from the chilly easterly wind and better pedestrian links to walkways, residents say.

Homes on TC3 land selling

Canterbury Youth Housing Crisis a Serious Public Health Concern

Housing NZ hits Christchurch repair target

Phil Heatley | Canterbury Earthquake Recovery

Notes from last forum are out

Non-Profit Organisation Working in Earthquake Coordination Names New Board Chair

Infrastructure employment scheme launched

Gerry Brownlee | Canterbury Earthquake Recovery

Further $28m approved for Skills for Canterbury

Steven Joyce | Canterbury Earthquake Recovery

Positive rebuild trends and projects noted by Planning Committee

Poor paint wash practices lead to fines

Environment Canterbury recently issued two infringement notices due to paint from rinsing brushes, rollers and other painting equipment being washed into a stream or onto land where it could enter a waterway. Each infringement notice carries with it a $750 fine.

A Guy Fawkes to remember

Christchurch residents looking for a night to remember are invited to watch as the Treetech Guy Fawkes Fireworks Spectacular returns to New Brighton Pier at 9pm on Monday 5 November.