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Agencies team up to protect vulnerable dogs
A drive offering free vaccinations and microchipping for dogs is heading to Linwood.
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Agencies team up to protect vulnerable dogs
22 Jul 2025A drive offering free vaccinations and microchipping for dogs is heading to Linwood.
Safer cycleway celebrated by Council, KiwiRail and community
The lights are flashing and the bells are ringing at three upgraded railway crossings in Papanui and Bishopdale.
Redeveloped Lyttelton Recreation Grounds up and running
A major revamp of the Lyttelton Recreation Grounds is finishing up.
Still going strong at 80
Exercise is an antidote to aging - That’s the motto of Paula Barrett who at 80 years old teaches three fitness classes a week at Christchurch City Council’s Pioneer Sport and Recreation Centre.
Council briefed on ocean outfall alternative for Akaroa wastewater scheme
Christchurch City Council might, next year, reconsult and reconsider ocean outfall as a potential alternative to land irrigation for its future Akaroa and Duvauchelle wastewater treatment scheme.
Health & wellbeing, Sport & recreation |
14 Jul 2025
Borehole drilling starts at Lighthouse Road site
Investigations are continuing to understand potential remediation options for land instability affecting Lighthouse Road and surrounding area in Akaroa.
Get amongst the fun at KidsFest
These winter school holidays, kids can get stuck into sport, performing arts, history, crafts, art making and technology as part of KidsFest.
Council to confirm its Annual Plan
The Mayor and Councillors meet next week to finalise Christchurch City Council’s Annual Plan 2025/26.
High-vis heroes at the heart of parkrun
Puffing your way through a 5km run on a Saturday morning might not be everyone’s idea of fun, but after completing her first parkrun one frosty morning in May 2023, Briony O'Farrell was hooked.
Things to do |
23 Jun 2025
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Volunteering |
16 Jun 2025
Improvements for dog facilities in Christchurch’s southwest
A fenced dog exercise area, two walking paths and tree plantings are being planned as part of the Halswell Quarry Park improvement plan.
New date confirmed for tsunami siren testing
Tsunami sirens along Christchurch’s coastline will be re-tested on Sunday 13 July.
Time to retire for long standing education dog
Shelter rescue Jock has taught hundreds of school kids about dog safety for the past 12 years.
Peace Train steaming along a new route
The Peace Train has completed its biggest season yet with over 10,000 passengers taking a ride along its new route.
Civil defence |
30 May 2025
Art & creativity, Libraries |
21 May 2025
