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Kind way of releasing awful information

09/03/2011 11:14

The Christchurch Press should be applauded for the thoughful way they have chosen to publish the name`s of those who died during the quake. Sometimes during disasters the media takes the opportunity to publish photos, names and details of victims on the front page. Surely this does nothing to help...

Historic Demolition Derby Continues

04/03/2011 12:09

The demolished Sydenham church A historic homestead on Bealey Ave post 22nd Feb was taken down this week It's sad but a true fact that everything cannot be saved. This is especially awful when considering the lost lives of...

Welfare Centres in Chch

28/02/2011 11:06

Welfare Centres in Christchurch Burnside High School – (151 Greers Road, Burnside) Pioneer Stadium – (75 Lyttelton Street, Spreydon) Rangiora Baptist Church Windsor School (170 Burwood Road)

Help services in Christchurch

25/02/2011 10:15

Helplines Government's 24 hour helpline: 0800 779 997 Support and counselling: 0800 777...

48 hours post quake

24/02/2011 13:51

Yet another large earthquake has hit Christchurch, which is now a city in mourning. A 6.3 earthquake hit Christchurch on Tuesday the 22nd Feb 2011, located in Lyttleton just over the Port Hills from Christchurch. The devastation has been horrific and has affected even more Cantabrians than the...

"Boxing Day" Sales start this Sat!

10/02/2011 20:56

In an attempt to mimick the post Christmas shopping frenzy some inner city Christchurch shops are holding "Boxing Day" sales this Saturday the 12th Feb 2011. All inner city car parks will have two hours free parking to help stimulate your interest. Possibly there are great bargins to be had,...

visitors to Chch ruins

07/02/2011 07:51

It seems that a different type of tourist is visiting Christchurch at the moment and here at Christchurch Movers and Shakers we wonder how much new trade this is bringing to the central city. Visitors from overseas are keen to ask taxi drivers the best places to photograph ruined buildings. New...

Architects discuss rebuilding issues

28/01/2011 12:52

Exhibition & Discussion Exhibition in the foyer of Christchurch Art Gallery, 12 February - 20 March. Free discussion series moderated by Joe Bennett in the Philip Carter Family Auditorium. Limited capacity. BEFORE AFTER has been initiated by the New Zealand Institute of Architects and...

Open Day at 'Te Wepu'

26/01/2011 17:28

St Mary's in Merivale Earthquake Restoration Fund will be held: Sunday 6th Feb 2010 154 Papanui Road Merivale Adults $10 a ticket and chrildren are free! Stalls will include BBQ, cakes, plants, jewellery, home and stationery For more information call: 355 3287

New rebuilding debate

17/01/2011 10:59

One of our forums has brought up an interesting question......what is the Christchurch style? Christchurch Movers and Shakers has decided we should find out what YOU think it is. Over the next few days we'll post pictures of buildings which could represent the Christchurch style. We'd like you...

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