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2 Thursday February 25 2021 Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz NOR’WEST NEWS GENERAL INQUIRIES Ph 379 7100 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Ph 379 1100 Star Media, a division of Allied Press Ltd PO Box 1467, Christchurch starmedia.kiwi NEWS Bea Gooding Ph: 021 911 576 bea.gooding@starmedia.kiwi ADVERTISING Monique Maynard Ph: 021 372 481 monique.maynard@starmedia.kiwi Your local community news delivered to 28,748 homes within The Star each week. Harewood • Burnside • Bishopdale • Bryndwr Fendalton • Merivale • St Albans • Mairehau Papanui • Casebrook • Redwood • Styx Mill Regents Park • Northwood • Belfast • Strowan what’s on this week Knit ‘n’ Yarn Thursday, 2-3.30pm, at Fendalton, Friday, 10am-noon, at Papanui, Tuesday, 1-3pm, at Bishopdale, Wednesday, 1-2.30pm, at Redwood Bishopdale, Fendalton, Papanui and Redwood libraries Take your knitting, crochet, stitching or any other handcraft and enjoy the company of others. Share skills and be inspired. Citizens Advice Bureau Thursday, 11am-5pm, Friday, 11am-5pm, Monday, 11am-5pm, Tuesday, 2-5pm, Wednesday, 11am-5pm Fendalton Library Citizens Advice Bureau provides free and confidential advice. They take the time to listen and equip you with the information, options and support that fit your needs. Phone 351 7804 for more information. Christchurch Girls’ High School Afternoon Tea Saturday, 2-4pm Christchurch Girls’ High School, 10 Matai St An afternoon tea for old girls who were at CGHS in 1958 or earlier. Non-members welcome. Gold coin donation. JP Clinic Tuesday, 10am-1pm, at Shirley and Papanui, Wednesday, 10am-1pm, at Bishopdale CSO Music Trails, Wednesday, 10.30-11.15am, Shirley Library. Join the musicians of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra as they travel around the city’s libraries for a series of fun performances filled with song, dance and storytelling. Catered for two to six-year-olds. Performances start at 10.30am. Free, no bookings required. Bishopdale, Papanui and Shirley libraries A justice of the peace will be available to witness signatures and documents, certify document copies, hear oaths, declarations, affidavits or affirmations, as well as sign citizenship or rates rebates applications. GenConnect Tuesday, 12.15-12.45pm Papanui Library If you have questions about your smartphone or tablet, ask an expert for advice. Free, no bookings required. Reading to Dogs Tuesday, 3.30-4.30pm Shirley Library A relaxed, non-threatening event designed to encourage children to practise reading skills and develop a love for reading. Registration required. Phone 941 7923 to register. Scottish Country Dancing Tuesday, 7.45-9.45pm Heaton Intermediate School hall, 125 Heaton St Go along if you want to take part in the fun exercise. All you need to take is some soft shoes. The first night is free for beginners. Phone 021 480 802 for more information. Scrabble Wednesday, 1-3pm Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre Play Scrabble with a friendly group. All materials supplied. Head along when you can. Free, no bookings required. Elizabeth Bridge Club Wednesday, 1-4pm Christchurch Bridge Club Rooms, 21 Nova Pl Go along and join others for a game of Bridge every Wednesday. Arrive at 12.50pm for a 1pm start. Visitors welcome. Parking available. If you do not have a partner, phone Maureen at 021 646 123. Not-for-profit organisations can send their What’s On listings to norwest@starmedia.kiwi ‘CEREC’ & cosmetic dentistry CRANFORD STREET Wisdom tooth removal St. Barnabas Church Fendalton Rd, Sunday 28 Feb 12-3pm Games, Entertainment Displays, Food, Bouncy Castle, Pony Rides Painless, high quality dentistry Sedation dentistry Experienced, conscientious team Experienced hygienists 9KG LPG Bottle Refill ONLY $23 T&C apply OPEN SATURDAYS 355 9380 144 Cranford Street • Food to go • Barista Coffee • Confectionary • Groceries • Ice creams • Trailer hire 500 Cranford Street, Papanui Phone: 03 352 8705 Mon-Fri 6am–10pm Sat-Sun 7am-9pm www.stalbansdentalcentre.co.nz Proud supporters of your Super Rugby team. And all the others, sorry. As a 100% New Zealand owned company, we’re behind 100% of the Super Rugby Aotearoa teams. Your favourite team, the ones you don’t mind, and even that one team you really can’t stand. It just felt like the right thing to do. SCWK48NN1
NOR’WEST NEWS Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz Thursday February 25 2021 3 Pupils prepare gardens for festival PLANTS, FLOWERS and vegetables are sprouting at schools across the city as they finalise their designs for the Grow Ōtautahi garden festival next month. The St Margaret’s College junior school, Banks Avenue School and four others will be taking part in the Rātā Foundation School Gardens exhibitions at the three-day festival. It comes after the event was cancelled last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Pupils have been sharing unique stories of their communities by creating special gardens. The Rātā Foundation School Gardens celebrate the best of the local environment, with a view to sustainability and education. Festival director Sandi MacRae said she was impressed at the work and detail in the school gardens. “What I’m seeing in the leadup to the event is really blowing me away. The schools are not only creating wonderful reflections of their local communities, they’re also weaving the work into their learning with a focus on community, sustainability, creativity and celebrating our environment,” she said. SPROUTING: Pupils across the city, including at the St Margaret’s College junior school, have been preparing to show off their unique gardens at the Grow Ōtautahi festival next month. PHOTO: NEWSLINE “The plants are growing well and I can’t wait to see them onsite in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens. “The commitment of the teachers, children and local communities involved is inspirational, and I know visitors to the festival will be delighted with what they have created.” Rātā Foundation chief executive Leighton Evans said the festival provided a unique opportunity to celebrate the Garden City while increasing environmental awareness. It also supported educating children about sustainable growing practices. “The Rātā Foundation School Gardens provide a pathway for building the next generation of gardeners and eco-warriors,” said Evans. The Grow Ōtautahi Christchurch Garden Festival Trust is closely monitoring the national Covid-19 situation, following all advice from the Government and will respond “swiftly” to any changing circumstances. Said MacRae: “We are all focused on the task at hand and gearing-up to welcome people to the first-ever Grow Ōtautahi. This has always included a sharp focus on public safety and we’ll have appropriate hygiene and healthrelated processes in place.” In Brief VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Child Cancer Foundation is seeking street collectors for its annual appeal. Two shifts each day will be available on Friday and Saturday. The St John of God Halswell Trust is also seeking a musician to play music for its residents once a month on weekdays between 11am to noon, or 1-3pm. The trust provides support for people with disabilities. A piano is available to use, or you can take your own instrument. For more information, visit: http://www. volcanmatch.com BUS LANE TRIAL STARTS A priority bus lane trial on Cranford St between Innes Rd to Berwick St starts tomorrow. The layout and design were approved at the latest Papanui-Innes Community Board. The trial will last for three months and traffic monitoring will also take place. The lane will operate during peak times in the morning and afternoon. The trial will determine whether the lane is needed or if other traffic mitigation will be better suited due to the new Christchurch Northern Motorway bringing more cars into the area. An independent expert will report back to the board to provide the best solution for the transport network. Greg and lyn marshall Good old fashion service from a owner/operated local business. • Full mechanical repairs • Vehicle servicing • woF repairs • Tyres • wheel alignments • Puncture repairs stockists of all brands of tyres walk ins welcome. Greg and Lyn Marshall and their experienced team look forward to welcoming you. 496 Wairakei Road, Christchurch | Ph: 03 359 4114 A/h: 0274 356 484 office@marshallautoandtyres.co.nz www.marshallautoandtyres.co.nz We chose Cameron because of his sales record as No1 in NZ and he was recommended to us. We were not disappointed with our decision. He treated us as though we were his only customer. Always giving us time to consider everything and not once did we feel rushed when he was phoning or visiting us. We feel privileged to have had Cameron sell our property and are delighted with the outcome. - Tricia & Lindsay Lumsden - Phone or text 027 555 7079 REINZ Salesperson of the Year across all brands in NZ cameron.bailey@harcourts.co.nz No.1 Harcourts Canterbury 2012-2020 No.1 Harcourts New Zealand 2017-2020 www.cameronbailey.harcourts.co.nz No.1 Harcourts International 2017-2020 Licensed Sales Consultant REAA 2008
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