On a windy yet sunny day, I set out on my hike from the Christchurch Gondola, making my way toward Lyttelton. The trail climbed steeply before descending into the harbor town, retracing the steps of early European settlers who journeyed…
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← Back to Anniversary NEWS Mayor Phil Mauger has asked Christchurch City Council staff to reconsider their decision not to support an official 175th Canterbury anniversary celebration this year. It comes after the Canterbury Pilgrims and Early Settlers Association urged…
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← Back to Anniversary NEWS Christchurch Mayor pleased council will support 175th anniversary after public backlash Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger says he is pleased the council has now resolved concerns over its support for Canterbury’s 175th anniversary celebration, after its…
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← Back to Anniversary NEWS Phil Mauger intervenes after backlash over Council’s refusal to support Canterbury’s 175th anniversary Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger has asked Council staff to reconsider their decision not to support an official 175th Canterbury anniversary celebration. The…
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Notice of Annual General Meeting When: 2PM 16 March 2025 Where: Knight Stream School, 1 Killarney Road, Halswell Christchurch This is your opportunity to come along and have your say on the running of the Association and to suggest changes…
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Explore Cholmondeley Children’s Centre like never before! Cholmondeley Children’s Centre is having an Open Day on Saturday March 15th, to celebrate their 100th Centenary and will offer guided tours, live music, and market stalls. The Governor General will be on…
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← Back to Anniversary NEWS Christchurch City Council won’t fund Canterbury’s 175th anniversary, citing colonisation concerns Christchurch City Council will not provide funding or formal support for Canterbury’s 175th anniversary celebrations, citing a shift toward more inclusive and balanced historical…
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← Back to Anniversary NEWS A poll by starnews.co.nz shows strong support for a Christchurch City Council funded event marking the 175th anniversary of Canterbury. It comes as The Star revealed last week the city council and Ngāi Tahu rūnanga…
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← Back to Anniversary NEWS Christchurch City Council and iwi will not support a large-scale celebration of Canterbury’s 175th anniversary later this year. In 2000, Christchurch hosted a party and parade to mark the 150th anniversary of the first four…
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