2006 Media Release Archive

21 December 2006

• Nappy subsidies prove successful, funding increased

19 December 2006

• Councillors give staff go-ahead on Cycling Strategy
• Vbase to report back on Civic Building Project in February
• Wendt headlines Vitu Pacific Arts Festival

18 December 2006

• Community wants changes to management of fishing off the pier

15 December 2006

• CCHL successor announced
• General traffic or limited use for City Mall roads?
• Joint venture for new curator for Botanic Gardens announced

14 December 2006

• City Council approves Events Strategy
• Council passes amended City Mall design concept

13 December 2006

• Council continues preparations as its largest union is set to strike
• Celebrating Hornby and Youth the flavour of two new exhibitions

12 December 2006

• Last week of submissions on the Greater Christchurch UDS

11 December 2006

• Christchurch to get $10.6 million, city-wide high-speed broadband investment
• Standard and Poor’s Credit rating – AA+ confirmed

7 December 2006

• New claim from dog control officers prompts partial lockout

6 December 2006

• Post-consultation City Mall plan unveiled to Councillors

5 December 2006

• Local talent highlighted at Aranui Affirm 2006

4 December 2006

• Final weeks and open sessions for Urban Development Strategy feedback

1 December 2006

• Further development on proposed industrial action
• SummerTimes calendar includes special Kiwi-themed treat
• Christchurch City Council disappointed at strike vote
• 2006 Christchurch Civic Awards to be presented next Wednesday, 6 December

30 November 2006

• Speed limits on some city streets are now changed

23 November 2006

• City celebrates cultural diversity award

20 November 2006

• Council addresses health and safety issues at Edgeware Pool
• Project Awhi founder to visit city to share views on building healthy families

16 November 2006

• Council to close customer service counters early on 21 November
• Bus Priority Trial underway on Hills Road

14 November 2006

• Change to support higher Capital Programme targets
• Black Point consent application to proceed non-notified

9 November 2006

• Council decides on Hillmorton Hospital site
• Council adopts its 2006 Waste Management Plan
• Progress in mediation for Council staff
• Garden unveiling at Upper Riccarton Library today

8 November 2006

• Second Turners and Growers agreement signed
• Council to subsidise starter-packs of washable nappies to reduce waste
• Public have their say on proposed City Mall plan
• Consultation now underway on the future of fishing off the pier
• Will the draft Urban Development Strategy build a Greater Christchurch?

7 November 2006

• Council seeks feedback on proposed changes to rules on height and bulk of buildings
• Draft plans for Hagley Park/Botanic Gardens draw strong response

1 November 2006

• Resource Consent granted for central city development
• Christchurch fire restrictions now in force

31 October 2006

• Christchurch City Council and Southern Local Government Officers Union agree on mediation

30 October 2006

• Fireworks Fantasia to launch torpedo-like firework

27 October 2006

• Only new coins now in parking machines

26 October 2006

• Christchurch City Council announces new vehicle policy
• Moorhouse Avenue – traffic delays expected.

18 October 2006

• Childhood innocence and new nationhood reflected in Heritage Week exhibitions

17 October 2006

• City Council to receive its Performance Excellence Study Award
• Heritage Ambassador Award for 2006 to be presented

16 October 2006

• Children and Family Fun Day at The Groynes - 29 October
• Public invited to ceremony to celebrate unveiling of The Cloak of Peace in Nagasaki

14 October 2006

• Pump station breaks down in the Woolston area

13 October 2006

• City Council approves Port noise agreement

12 October 2006

• Letterbox drop in the Riccarton area a hoax

11 October 2006

• WhisperGen test room helping heat central Christchurch pool
• Melbourne Cup arrives in Christchurch Thursday, 12 October
• Ferrymead Bridge Lifelines Project – notification of Resource Consent
• Look out for the zebra crossing
• City’s good bad and ugly revealed during Heritage Week cemetery tours

10 October 2006

• Second stage of Sumner stormwater pipeline to commence
• The Hub to become centre of Hornby history for Carter Group Heritage Week 2006

9 October 2006

• Akaroa overnight stay for Carter Group Heritage Week 2006
• US Sociologist and Designer Patricia Moore gives presentation to a full house

8 October 2006

• Take a dance down memory lane at the Great Hall 1940s Tea Dance

5 October 2006

• Mayor’s Announcement at Council Meeting 5 October 2006, 9:30am
• Mayor announces resignation of Chief Executive Dr Lesley McTurk

3 October 2006

• City Council wraps up gambling policy hearings

2 October 2006

• Public being asked about long-term transport options for south and west of Christchurch

28 September 2006

• City Council proposal aims to improve capital programme delivery
• Christchurch Mayor Garry Moore will not seek fourth term
• Over 350 events for Carter Group Heritage Week: 13 to 23 October

27 September 2006

• Christchurch to welcome World Peace Bell

26 September 2006

• City Council keen to improve pedestrian safety
• Changes to speed limits proposed on some Christchurch roads

22 September 2006

• Draft Events Strategy released for public comment
• Draft Events Strategy released for public comment
• Council Working Party on Development Contributions Policy

21 September 2006

• Christchurch City Council staff more engaged than a year ago
• Council’s new shop-front Council service centre to open in Lyttelton

19 September 2006

• Council signs $3m plus deal for carbon credits sale
• Councils do not produce survival kits.

18 September 2006

• Is it a bird? Is it a place? … actually, it’s both as the godwits return

15 September 2006

• Chch City Council wants public feedback on City Mall design
• Long-term Water Supply Strategy proposed for Akaroa

14 September 2006

• Council briefed on Taylors Mistake baches

13 September 2006

• Council wins Performance Excellence Study Award

12 September 2006

• Addington street party to celebrate new street works and artwork

11 September 2006

• Maori leader keynote speaker at It’s Time to Talk
• Does your recreation organisation or sports club need funding?

9 September 2006

• Canterbury’s favourite book has been found

8 September 2006

• In-road bus stops to be trialled along Hills Road in Christchurch
• Clean up the world, starting with Christchurch’s back yard

7 September 2006

• Council moves forward on central city revitalisation

6 September 2006

• Council’s community grants help build stronger communities
• World Wheelchair Rugby Championships 2006 begin next Tuesday

5 September 2006

• Ocean Outfall project reaches milestone

1 September 2006

• Council applauds police efforts against meter theft
• World Vintage Rugby Carnival coming to Christchurch in 2008

31 August 2006

• No exception for Strip entertainment area in public rentals policy

30 August 2006

• Last few days to register to help Clean Up the World
• Council receives Coroner’s report

28 August 2006

• Public airs views at meeting on draft Hagley Park/ Botanic Gardens Plans
• Science in the City lecture series looks at clover root weevil

25 August 2006

• Public gets first progress report on Greater Christchurch UDS

24 August 2006

• Gardens’ golden blooms a temptation but best left for all to enjoy
• Council welcomes Government’s rates probe
• Major traffic delays expected on the corner of Moorhouse and Montreal
• Christchurch City Council announces vehicle policy review

23 August 2006

• Blenheim Road deviation construction traffic delays

22 August 2006

• Art Gallery names new Projects and Team Facilitation Manager
• Sister City relationship takes a creative step forward

21 August 2006

• Proposed Council stormwater works in Sumner
• Three out of four Christchurch applicants getting full Rates Rebate
• Hagley/Ferrymead Community Board’s 2006 Heritage Awards

18 August 2006

• Council to look again at undergrounding in Jade Stadium area
• Recycling of Telephone Books
• Council says ERA decision fair
• Greens’ waste Bill well intended but needs work, CCC suggests

16 August 2006

• Art Gallery names new Visitor Experience Manager

15 August 2006

• Council appoints new General Manager

13 August 2006

• Unstable cliff face forces two evacuations

11 August 2006

• Council performs well in last financial year
• Section of Dyers Pass Road reduced to one lane
• Art Gallery visitor numbers rise for second consecutive month
• Recreation tracks forced to close for at least two weeks
• Nominations now being taken for Christchurch’s Civic Awards

10 August 2006

• Public invited to hear about strengthening ties to Wuhan gardens

9 August 2006

• Mairehau residents like their community
• Community solution to refurbish Edgeware Pool fails to comply

8 August 2006

• Community update meetings on UDS

7 August 2006

• Dress-up as your favourite celebrity this Sunday, 13 August

5 August 2006

• Canterbury’s top 20 books have now been found – time to find a winner

4 August 2006

• Council prefers Orion site for new Civic Offices
• Recreation and Sports Unit realignment delivers more cost-effective service
• Morrison Ave Reserve opening (Sat, 10am) to celebrate efforts of many

1 August 2006

• City Mall option unveiled

31 July 2006

• Financial help for character home owners could be available
• Council finalises festivals, events funding for 2006/07 year
• Council approves support for economic development

28 July 2006

• Edgeware Pool closure the only option
• Realignment strengthens city libraries capacity to deliver better customer service
• Jade Stadium development works with community

27 July 2006

• Jade Stadium upgrade will take into account concerns of locals
• Council targeting world-class status
• Council will not go ahead with service centre change
• Submission period extended for New Brighton High-Rise Study
• Search for Canterbury’s favourite book attracts strong interest

26 July 2006

• Submissions due to close on gaming machines policy

25 July 2006

• New Art Gallery director appointed
• New roading technique saves on time and materials

24 July 2006

• Second stage of Central City revitalisation to be shown at seminar
• Christchurch - New Zealand’s first city - turning 150
• Guest lecturer from the United States to speak this Friday
• Energy efficient and sustainable housing, what is it?
• Pay-and-Display machines go live in the city

20 July 2006

• City’s sole entry in film festival a tribute to perseverance – CCC
• Community consultation on draft Hagley Park and Botanic Gardens Plans starts 21 August

18 July 2006

• Chch City Council announces City Environment management team

14 July 2006

• Christchurch and Selwyn councillors meet about plains water

13 July 2006

• Search begins to find Canterbury's favourite book
• Christchurch Art Gallery visitor numbers up 34 per cent
• Report released on Council’s review of its funding of Converge 05

11 July 2006

• Ten trees to be removed from Perry Street

6 July 2006

• Christchurch City welcomes Government’s housing support

3 July 2006

• Capital Programme to be delivered as shared service

30 June 2006

• Long-term plan change aims to ease St Albans concerns about pool
• Council approves 10-year community plan

29 June 2006

• Mayor welcomes more land transport funds
• Recreation and Sports Unit proposed realignment

28 June 2006

• First new Pay-and-Display machines for High Street

27 June 2006

• Public meeting on gaming machines policy
• Microchipping of dogs to proceed
• Public invited to view high-rise scenarios and their affects in New Brighton
• Council reduces its kerb and channel renewal programme

23 June 2006

• Westburn School to launch travel plan

22 June 2006

• Council, Red Cross want help to cheer snow-bound neighbours
• Libraries proposed realignment adds value for customers
• Science in the City presents: Bird flu – one year on

21 June 2006

• Shop opens to display City Mall plans

19 June 2006

• Council to update community on New Brighton high-rise findings

16 June 2006

• Councils deploy small Civil Defence team to help out in Ashburton

15 June 2006

• Council moves to resolve Strip dispute
• Christchurch City Council moves to resolve Strip dispute
• Knowledge unveiling at Upper Riccarton Library
• Council correct in hours of work interpretation
• Christchurch City Council wraps up Community Plan deliberations
• TV2 KidsFest box office opens this Saturday, 17 June

9 June 2006

• Crowds flock to Beaton exhibition

7 June 2006

• New structure for Art Gallery announced
• Applications sought for the Burwood/Pegasus Physical Sport and Recreation Fund

2 June 2006

• Samoan Independence to be celebrated at Pioneer Stadium
• Gaming Venues and TAB policy out for comment

1 June 2006

• Hundreds of people taking part in Chch City Council Plan hearings

27 May 2006

• Christchurch to celebrate Crusaders’ victory on Monday (29 May) at midday in Cathedral Square

25 May 2006

• Council’s Community Plan submission hearings begin
• City Environment Group realignment
• Council agrees on options for consulting on gaming machines policy
• Council signals more discussions on Development Contributions Policy

24 May 2006

• Chch City Council gains agreement on ocean outfall conditions
• Council wants town painted red …. and black

23 May 2006

• Initial Concept Proposals for City Mall Unveiled
• Christchurch City Council jobs website outage this weekend (27-28 May)
• Council receives amended application on Black Point

22 May 2006

• Council to decide on gaming machines policy options

19 May 2006

• Council set for public feedback on long-term community plan

18 May 2006

• Road through Latimer Square to be stopped next Monday

16 May 2006

• Development Contributions Policy may get more time

12 May 2006

• Canterbury marks graduation of 217 apprentices

10 May 2006

• Science in the City – special lecture series on climate change

9 May 2006

• Aranui community to officially open Ben Rarere Avenue on Friday (12 May)

8 May 2006

• Finalists chosen in 2006 Crashbash competition

5 May 2006

• City Council has received about 1300 submissions on its draft plan
• Port Hills memorial to Ian Howell unveiled

2 May 2006

• Ideas flowing for City Mall redevelopment

28 April 2006

• Council advised to relax gaming machines policy

27 April 2006

• New appointments strengthen regulatory functions

24 April 2006

• Governor General to attend Christchurch’s ANZAC Day dawn service

20 April 2006

• Return to Monte Cassino exhibition opens Monday

18 April 2006

• Christchurch Council first non-European to join energy smart association

13 April 2006

• Council supports preservation of historic Lyttelton cottage

11 April 2006

• Disabled person exchange heads to Kurashiki
• Tony Preston retires from Council

7 April 2006

• Prevention better than cure warns City Council

6 April 2006

• Council approves two further 40km/h school speed zones

5 April 2006

• Deaf community gathering to celebrate sign language recognition
• Delays likely at Beach and Mairehau Roads intersection

4 April 2006

• Bus priority measures considered for Colombo, Papanui and Queenspark corridors
• National changes to be introduced for dog-owners

3 April 2006

• Council disappointed at waste minimisation levy judgement

31 March 2006

• Ocean Outfall pipeline construction – tender issued
• Strong demand for Long-Term Council Community Plan
• Pacific secondary school students the focus of I-Pacific 2006 Week
• New project leaders keen to progress Greater Christchurch UDS

29 March 2006

• Christchurch design for city’s new parking meters
• Major Surgery Needed On City Mall, Say Designers

28 March 2006

• Work begins to make safe private properties in Sandilands

27 March 2006

• Draft 10-year community plan available for public feedback
• Look out zebra crossing

23 March 2006

• Christchurch City Council abandons appeal against brothels ruling

21 March 2006

• City Council launches Xsite public artist register
• Community leader from Seattle aims to get people talking
• Science in the City presents – Towards Zero Waste

20 March 2006

• Deadline for Sister Cities Young Artists Competition extended

17 March 2006

• Hearing set for proposed Earthquake-Prone Buildings Policy
• On-line discussion site for Greater Christchurch Urban Development Strategy goes live

16 March 2006

• Council votes not to go to mediation with bar owners

15 March 2006

• Public asked to help plan future of Avon River Corridor

13 March 2006

• Odour possible as the Christchurch Wastewater Treatment Plant is upgraded
• Development Contributions Policy projected to ease rates $160m over next 10 years

10 March 2006

• Community asked to take futuristic look at public transport

8 March 2006

• Council investigates whether apartment developments suit New Brighton

5 March 2006

• Rick Armstrong Motors Classical Sparks to go ahead tonight

4 March 2006

• Rick Armstrong Motors Classical Sparks postponed

3 March 2006

• Flooding predicted for parts of Christchurch

2 March 2006

• World Strongman Ssireum competition to mark Korea Day

28 February 2006

• Last few weeks to comment on Heritage Issues and Options Paper

25 February 2006

• Banks Peninsula local body election preliminary results

24 February 2006

• Go By Bike Week rolls into town

22 February 2006

• Christchurch and Seattle relationship reaches 25 years

20 February 2006

• SummerTimes goes local this week

15 February 2006

• Youth artists sought for Sister Cities Art Competition
• Vbase Venue Management Group appoints Bryan Pearson chief executive

13 February 2006

• International golf free for Christchurch residents
• Christchurch City Holdings Ltd (CCHL) makes bid for Lyttelton Port Company
• Monte Cassino memorabilia sought for exhibition
• Family orienteering event at Bottle Lake this weekend

10 February 2006

• Waste management plan moves forward
• Submission deadline nears for Earthquake-prone Buildings Policy
• Network plans massive beach cleanup

9 February 2006

• City Council favours lease arrangement for new building

8 February 2006

• Recycling at events this summer
• Time to comment on City Plan heritage provisions

2 February 2006

• Relax with Saturday Sounds at Parklands Library and café

31 January 2006

• No small change for parking meter renewal
• Christchurch exhibition, My Place, goes on display in Adelaide

30 January 2006

• Which weir do you prefer?

23 January 2006

• Feel great this summer – sign up for a Pilates class

20 January 2006

• Council asks for patience in river weed battle
• A taste of the Ono – Pacific Arts Festival
• Community asked to join 'Rocky Rubble Roundup'

19 January 2006

• Unfenced spa pools becoming new death traps

17 January 2006

• Christchurch’s 2006 ethnic soccer tournament about to kick off

16 January 2006

• North Hagley Park backdrop for Thursday’s Queen’s baton welcome

15 January 2006

• Join the Gardens’ Curator for a waterwise educational walk
• Parkhouse Road Refuse Station reopens

12 January 2006

• Go down to the beach and have a blast on 21 January

6 January 2006

• Dangerous city trees to go during holiday period
• Nominations close for February’s Banks Peninsula elections

5 January 2006

• The Great Kids Campout coming to a park near you

4 January 2006

• Parkhouse Road Refuse Station closed for at least a week following fire
• Applications invited for community waste minimisation fund