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20 Thursday June 15 2017 Latest Christchurch news at www. .kiwi News Wig out in support of the Child Cancer Foundation STAR MEDIA staff will don their wigs on Wednesday to raise money for a very worthy cause – and we are urging you to as well. Wig Wednesday will take place on June 21 to raise money for the Child Cancer Foundation, which provides personalised support for children diagnosed with cancer and their families. Participants just need to wear a wig, and bring a donation. Star Media publishes The Star, six community newspapers, magazines, including Style, Kiwi Gardener and Rugby News, and has a website www.star.kiwi Star Media director Charlotte Smulders, who organises the annual Child Cancer Foundation Christmas Party, said Wig Wednesday would raise much needed funds. “Child Cancer Foundation is an essential and amazing support service for families going through their cancer journey,” she said. “I think this is a unique and fun way to support them, and it brings the Star Media team together for a great cause.” In last year’s Wig Wednesday, businesses, schools, community groups and individuals donned their wigs to raise more than $90,000. “We’re hoping to build on those numbers again this year. It’s so much fun and easy for people to participate; simply don a wig and make a donation,” Child Cancer Foundation national commercial manager Jo Clark said. Every week more than three children in New Zealand are diagnosed with cancer. The Child Cancer Foundation receives no direct funding from the Government, so relies on the generosity of the public, and events such as this. Star Media wants you to join in. Take photos of yourself, your school or business taking part in Wig Wednesday and send them to bridget.rutherford@ starmedia.kiwi. Those who send in the best photos will receive a free double pass to Hoyts. We have 10 double passes to give away. Winners will need to be able to pick up the tickets at 359 Lincoln Rd. For more information, visit www. wigwednesday.org.nz Complaints leave red zone in doubt for future concerts • By Bridget Rutherford LARGE EVENTS are unlikely to be held in a red zone park again after a trial concert left damage to the grounds and noise complaints. It comes after calls to hold more events in the red zone to take pressure off Hagley Park. Australian musician Tash Sultana played in The Bedford Marquee at Burwood’s Donnell Sports Park on May 25. It was one of three sold-out shows performed in New Zealand, organised by her management and CRS Music. The park had never been used for that type of event before, and the city council decided future use of the site was to be determined on the outcome of it. A recently-released city council report said its events partnerships and development team would not “actively recommend” the park for future events with heavy infrastructure such as marquees and truck movements. But the report said the team would assess any application on a “case-by-case basis.” It came after the city council received four noise complaints from the Tash Sultana concert, The Star two of which were after the event had finished. The report said the ground was not ideal for future events of this scale, as trucks driving on it had caused damage due to how wet it was. The cost of that damage was being covered by the concert organisers. CRS Music did not respond to The Star. But the report said for the most part, the feedback from residents had been positive. In February, Mayor Lianne Dalziel said more events should be held in the red zone to take pressure off Hagley Park. Hands off Hagley had been concerned with the damage being caused to Hagley due to the number of events being held there. The city council report said the public had expressed interest to utilise parts of the red zone for events.
Thursday June 15 2017 Home & Leisure Show The Star Latest Christchurch news at www. .kiwi 21 Playhouses take shape for charity FUTURISTIC, CLASSIC or quirky – three unique and very different playhouses are taking shape, all in aid of charity. The playhouses are being designed and built by three teams of Canterbury architects and builders, and are set to be auctioned at the Star Home & Leisure Show in less than three weeks. The money raised will go to charities – Birthright Canterbury, which supports single parent families in need, and Tenants Protection Association Christchurch, which works to protect and support tenants. Tenants Protection Association manager Di Harwood said the Playhouse Challenge was a perfect fit for both charities. “Housing is an important issue for clients of both organisations and demand for advice and support has remained high ever since the first Canterbury earthquakes,” she said. Birthright Canterbury manager Rhodora Sagles said the playhouses were “real statement pieces” and she could see them suiting businesses, pre-schools or private backyards. The teams creating the playhouses are Fusion Homes with Scratch Architecture; Irving Builders with PXA Architects; and Pound Road Trading. Star Media is the major sponsor of the Playhouse Challenge, which is also being supported by Priority Communications, Wyma Engineering, Resene, Robertson Creative, and Dave Richards Photography. Star Media general manager Steve McCaughan said it was a worthy cause. “We are big supporters of Birthright Canterbury and Tenants Protection Association, who have been looking after Canterbury people for many many years.” The playhouses would also be something special, he said. “They will be judged on their architectural design and construction, as well as how much fun they are for kids,” he said. The Playhouse Challenge was inspired by Australia’s popular Cubby House Challenge, QUIRKY: Fusion Homes’ playhouse final design (top left) combines solid construction and foam insulation for warmth and vibrant colours as seen during its construction. which this year raised well over $100,000 for the charity ‘Kids Under Cover’. The judges will include Birthright Canterbury chair Jane Lancaster, Tenants Protection Association board member Robin Tinga, architect John McGrail from Dalman Architects and early childhood educator Blanche Head. To stay up-to-date on the Canterbury playhouses, you can like the ‘2017 Playhouse Challenge’ page on Facebook or follow ‘Playhouse Challenge’ on Instagram. •The 2017 Star Home & Leisure Show will be held at Horncastle Arena from Friday, June 30, to Sunday, July 2. The playhouses will be auctioned at the show on Saturday. HOT WINTER HEAT PUMP SPECIALS + FREE installation * $2,799 $2,999 $1,999 $2,499 Free Installation* Compact Floor Console 5.2kW Heat Pump AGTV14LAC Free Installation* High Capacity Floor Console 8.0kW Heat Pump ABTG24LVTC Free Installation* Compact Premier Plus Hi-Wall 5.4kW Heat Pump ASTG14LUCB Free Installation* Compact Hi-Wall 6.0kW Heat Pump ASTG18LVCC Call now for a free quote 0800 324 678 www.dcis.co.nz *Inc back-to-back installation only, conditions apply. FG2231 Christchurch mental health: Public meeting 21 June You’re invited to join Labour Leader Andrew Little, Labour’s Health Spokesperson Dr David Clark and local MPs Dr Megan Woods, Ruth Dyson and Poto Williams to discuss the state of Christchurch’s mental health services. A panel of local experts will discuss their views on the state of youth and child mental health in our city. Authorised by Andrew Little MP, Parliament Buildings, Wellington 7:30pm, Wed 21 June 2017 Transitional Cathedral 234 Hereford Street Christchurch For more info, contact: amy.just@parliament.govt.nz
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