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2 Latest Christchurch news at www. .kiwi Tuesday March 28 2017 Inside FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK NOR’WEST NEWS News........................................3-7 It is a shame that so many vital services offered by non-Government organisations in our city are reliant on philanthropic and Government funding. Almost every year, they have to fill the myriad of forms as they apply again and again in the hopes of securing money for vital programmes. It is like facing losing your job every year. Neighbourhood Trust finds itself in this position with the counselling role it offers quake-stressed children. Principals are worried that if they do not find funding, kids will not get the support they need and if principals are concerned we should be concerned (page 1). There was a bit of a buzz around Tane Apanui’s idea for a train service that will go from North Canterbury, through Papanui and into the city. We tracked him down to have a bit of yarn (page 5) Hei kona, Shelley Robinson Crusaders players pay Bishopdale School a visit SCHOOLS 11 Our People........................5 Your Local Views.............8 Sport..................................10 Schools.............................11,12 Events................................ 13 Health & Beauty.............15 Real Estate ....................16 GET IN TOUCH General Enquiries Ph 379-7100 Classified Advertising Ph 379-1100 The Christchurch Star Company Ltd. PO box 1467 - Christchurch starmedia.kiwi NEWS Julia Evans Ph: 364 7476 julia.evans@starmedia.kiwi ADVERTISING Viv Montgomerie Ph: 364 7494 viv.montgomerie@starmedia.kiwi ADVERTISING Monique Maynard Ph: 364 7474 monique.maynard@starmedia.kiwi Join the conversation Have your say on how the Council plans to fund the city’s projects. Come and talk to us at your local Have Your Say event, or go online and make a submission. To find out more visit ccc.govt.nz/AnnualPlan #cccplan Christchurch City Draft Annual Plan 2017 2018 Consultation 20 March–28 April 2017 Christchurch Ōtautahi LEnd ME YOuR EaRs You can’t see it, but you can hear the difference! Ultra discreet hearing solution Latest technology Ready to wear in one visit Comfortable, secure fit EASY TO USE! Merivale Hearing Clinic 24b Church Lane. Call now: 356 2324 Greg Foote, Audiologist FREE Lend Me Your Ears and Listen for Yourself* Book Today, Limited Offer * Conditions apply. Offer valid till April 30th 2017 Hearing Clinics available: Rangiora, Ashburton and West Coast Consultations by Appointment only. Freephone 0800 72 73 66.
NOR’WEST NEWS Latest Christchurch news at www. .kiwi Tuesday March 28 2017 3 News Cycleway nears completion • By Julia Evans THE PAPANUI Parallel Cycleway has entered the final stages of its construction. Completion of the Papanui section of the city council’s $156 million project is set for June. The route will connect Northlands Shopping Centre and the Northern Line Cycleway to the central city, offering a Museum guide a permanent exhibit • By Tom Doudney THE AIR Force Museum’s oldest and longest-serving guide is used to showing people the exhibits but now he is part of one himself. A cardboard cut-out of Burnside resident Laurie Turner, 93, is among about 30 currently positioned around the museum to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Royal New Zealand Air Force. A total of 80 such cut-outs of those who have served RNZAF were created, each accompanied with information about the person’s career. More will soon be placed in the museum. They comprise a diverse selection of individuals, with all manner of ranks safer option for cyclists than main arterial roads. An update from the city council said construction is progressing well from the northern end of Rutland St south to Bealey Ave. Businesses on Rutland St had struggled with construction right on their doorsteps and one dairy owner made just $40 a day. and trades. The display was launched at the Air Tattoo at Ohakea last month, where it was viewed by thousands. Mr Turner has been volunteering as a guide at the museum since it opened in 1987. His cut-out depicts him in his younger days with RNZAF. Having served as a bomb aimer during World War 2, Mr Turner returned to the RNZAF as an accounts officer in 1952. In 1955, he was posted to No. 14 Squadron, which was about to finish its deployment to Cyprus. He assisted with the arrangements for the squadron’s move to Tengah, Singapore. He retired in 1973, after several decades managing the finances of the service. However, work has now moved further along the street. The cycleway is expected to attract new commuters, shoppers and recreational cyclists. “The major cycle routes aim to encourage new groups of people to try cycling as a commuting option by connecting suburbs, shopping areas, businesses, schools and sporting destinations,” said city council head of transport Chris Gregory. He said it’s very exciting for the city. “As each route nears completion, I think residents around the city can see the big picture coming together now as we develop this network.” Mr Gregory said the city council is aware that residents are getting anxious to begin using it. ON DISPLAY: Laurie Turner and his cardboard cut-out at the Air Force Museum. In Brief CRANFORD REGENERATION Rural land in Papanui and St Albans is one step closer to being rezoned for residential development. The city council is opening public feedback on Thursday regarding the draft Cranford Regeneration Plan that would see 125ha of former farm land between McFaddens and Winters Rd redeveloped. The city council said it considers the edge of the basin suitable for residential development and proposes rezoning 38ha for housing. NAKED MAN Police were called to Leinster Rd on March 20 after reports of an intoxicated man running along the road naked. A unit was dispatched to the area but the man could not be located. TREE REMOVAL LIKELY A proposed widening of the St James cycleway at the junction with Harewood Rd would likely see the removal of trees. This comes as route options are being discussed for the extension of the cycleway from St James Park through the Papanui shopping area and past Papanui High School northwards. The trees are silver birches but Papanui-Innes Community Board member John Stringer urged residents to let him know if they have any concerns. Quality Meals, Salads & Sweet Treats Made daily with the freshest of ingredients Real Food FoR Real People FREE dEliVERy to your home or workplace. Visit our website www.healthkicks.nz Shop 4, 104 Staverley St | Phone: 03 342 9541 Share the joy of childhood! Fully qualified and registered teachers Small centre for boys and girls 2-5 years 20 hours ECE for children 3-5 years 46 Rhodes Street, Christchurch rangirurupreschool.nz • 03 983 3757
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