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4 Tuesday February 25 2020 Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz News White lines ‘a waste of time’ •From page 1 Northlink, due to welcome Kmart on April 2, is expected to generate peak-hour traffic of close to 600 vehicle trips per hour when development is fully completed according to resource consents. Mr Williams wrote to the Waipapa/Papanui-Innes Community Board on behalf of residents in neighbouring units expressing their concerns. THis was due to an increased volume of cars and vans parking on Langdons Rd which were often parked too close to entranceways. Residents asked for the installation of yellow lines to prevent other vehicles from parking near driveways. After being informed by the council that potential yellow lines would not be possible, they have since installed white lines to remind drivers of where they can legally park. According to Mr Williams, the white lines have since faded and have largely been ignored calling it “a waste of time.” Said Mr Williams: “Last year, an elderly lady’s car was written off leaving the premises as she had a lack of vision leaving the driveway.” Since the initial concerns were raised, the city council “has made no contact with us whatsoever, they fobbed us off with no replies, no information and nothing was done.” Because the hazard was brought to the attention of the council, nearby residents believed they were obliged to eliminate or minimise the hazard before someone was seriously injured. Neighbour Craig Shirley says you have to poke the nose of your car beyond parked cars. “It’s like Russian roulette with a gun.’’ Said Stephen Wright, city council traffic operations team leader: “White lines are occasionally painted on either side of an entranceway to highlight the 1m rule. Site investigations have shown that CONCERNS: John Williams struggles to exit his driveway in busy periods, described by residents as “Russian roulette.” PHOTO: GEOFF SLOAN one of the lines has faded away and a request will be made to get the line re-installed.” Otherwise, “stopping restrictions are not generally installed either side of residential driveways.” He said any vehicle parked within 1m of an entrance can be dealt with by enforcement agencies without the need for broken yellow lines. Said a city council spokesperson: “Traffic management was an important consideration in planning for the Northlink Shopping Centre. A resource consent was approved on the basis that changes to the traffic environment can be managed as required. “Once construction works are complete, council staff will monitor impacts on the roads.” Pupils encouraged to ride or walk to school SCHOOLS IN the north west are showing their support for combating climate change by taking part in Walk or Wheel to School Day on March 4. A number of schools will be participating, such as Harewood, Roydvale, Waimairi, Papanui and Belfast schools. The city council is encouraging families to leave their cars at home that day and walk, cycle, scoot or skate to school instead. Said city council transport operations manager Steffan Thomas: “Transport accounts for more than half of the city’s greenhouse gas emissions. If we can get people using their cars less and active modes of travel more, it could make a significant difference to our carbon footprint.” “It has been proven that active travel to school can increase children’s concentration by up to four hours. Studies also show that children who travel actively to school have better spatial awareness and more road sense than those who are driven.” “Walking or wheeling to school has environmental, financial and health benefits so we’re hoping that all schools in Christchurch will support this initiative. If it does not suit schools to do Walk or Wheel to School Day NOR’WEST NEWS EXERCISE: Walk or Wheel to School Day on March 4 will see some south Christchurch pupils take a more active mode of transport to class. PHOTO: NEWSLINE on 4 March they are welcome to nominate another day during the year,’’ Mr Thomas says. All schools who register for Walk or Wheel to School Day before tomorrow will go into the draw to win a breakfast for the whole school with What Now hosts Erin Wells and Chris Kirk. The breakfast will be provided by MoreFM. PERSONALISED CARE OPTIONS Rest Home & Hospital Level Care • Fully serviced care suites offering hospital & rest home level care • Subsidised hospital beds available • Full care managed by our Registered Nurses • All rooms have 24 hour emergency call buttons • One bedroom apartments with Rest Home level care available • Our facility is renowned for quality clinical care with fully trained and dedicated staff to care for your loved one. Apartments From $350,000 Call Merivale Retirement Village today to book a viewing and see for yourself why we really are the best. 03 375 4117 or 021 971 487 27 Somme Street, Merivale www.merivaleretirement.co.nz
NOR’WEST NEWS Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz Tuesday February 25 2020 5 News Young track cyclist on the road to Cairo • By Bea Gooding AT THE beginning of 2019 Charlotte Spurway made a bold decision to give track cycling a go. One year later, the year 13 Rangi Ruru Girls’ School student has been selected in the 13-strong New Zealand track cycling team for the world championships in Egypt in August. This is the first time the UCI junior track world championships will be held in the Middle East at the newly-constructed velodrome in Cairo. The 16-year-old said it all happened “pretty quickly,” but was excited for the new challenge ahead. “I was so excited when I found out, especially being able to work with the team over the year coming. We all get on really well,” she said. “It will definitely be a new experience for all of us, and probably the first time we’ll all ride our bikes in a place like that.” Charlotte has always had an avid interest in sports, coming from a family that loved to travel, surf and dive. She moved to Christchurch nine years ago, originally from Brisbane. “I’ve done sport for as long as I can remember, it’s just been a part of me. And then when I came to Rangi in year 9 I started school cycling,” said Charlotte. “I starting doing weekly racing and I just love the sport, there’s a really cool community in it. And then in the beginning of last year I decided to try out track cycling and since then it’s brought me to where I am today.” Charlotte was one of six Cantabrians to make the team with Jenna Borthwick (Lincoln High School), Mikaela Grant (Villa Maria), Laurence Pithie (ex-Christchurch Boys’ High School), Ryan McLeod (CBHS), and Sebastian Lipp (Catholic Cathedral College) also selected based on excellent performances at Oceania championships in October and New Zealand championships last month. Said Charlotte: “It’s really cool that six of us are Cantabrians, especially when we’ve only got an outdoor, concrete track here CAIRO BOUND: Year 13 Rangi Ruru student Charlotte Spurway will represent NZ at the track cycling team world championships in Cairo. in Christchurch compared to other places with indoor centres.” Denton Park Oval is the city’s only velodrome. In New Zealand there are two indoor velodromes located in Invercargill and Cambridge. Plans of an indoor centre for Christchurch have been discussed for years, but to no avail. “I can’t imagine what Canterbury can achieve if we get an indoor velodrome.” Charlotte trains 13 hours a week, while juggling school work, having a social life and other responsibilities and obligations, but she does not let the pressure get to her. “I think it’s quite manageable. We’ve all got time in our day as long as you’re getting down and doing it as soon as you can and staying on task, especially with the hours you’re given at school.” The young cyclist hopes to join the elite programme after high school and has the potential to head to worlds again in 2021 while still being an U19 rider. But in the meantime, more hard work is in store. “Remembering your support network is always really important. I couldn’t have got to where I am today without the support of my family, friends, the Christchurch school cycling and Canterbury track communities,’’ Charlotte said. JOIN US NOW! See website for details If your New Year’s resolution was a new home Call us for a no obligation appraisal and chat STYLES MAY DIFFER TO IMAGE SHOWN BENDON Biggest Bra Sale! Shop bras from $20 and sets from $30. Selected styles, while stocks last. CONVERSE 30% off seasonal apparel. Some exclusions apply. BONDS 40% off storewide YD $99 suits. T&Cs apply, see in store for details. RODD & GUNN Jackets from $99, long sleeve shirts from $79. Selected styles, while stocks last. 20 20 To Do List 1. New Home 2. Call Ian & Cathy for an appraisal Freephone 0800 888 426 3. List Our Home Try us, you’ll like us. Mike Pero Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA (2008) Sign up to Smart Deals & be in the monthly draw for a $100 Dress-Smart gift card! Open 10am-5pm, 7 Days 03 349 5750 CHRISTCHURCH 409 Main South Road, Hornby www.dress-smart.co.nz Ian & Cathy Falconer Brand and Territory Owners 027 849 0404 or 027 660 1920 Freephone 0800 888 426
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