Professionals Kennard Real Estate Limited MREINZ www.kre.co.nz Providing Quality Local and Visitor Information Lyttelton Antarctic Experience IceFest Speaker Series IceFest is a brand new biennial festival that brings Antarctica to Christchurch. From September 14 to October 14 the city will be treated to a feast of talks, films, ice activities and exhibitions that will entertain and inform you about this magnificent continent. Christchurch and Lyttelton are both inextricably linked to the Antarctic. Lyttelton has played host to many of the epic discovery voyages, tourism adventures and current day scientific activity that still occurs in port as the various research vessels call in either on their way to the frozen planet or on the return journey. Whilst the majority of IceFest will be in Hagley Park, in recognition of Lyttelton’s association with the Antarctic there are going to be some events in Lyttelton. Project Lyttelton and Lyttelton Port of Christchurch are jointly hosting a local speaker’s series. MC’d by Andrew Turner from Project Lyttelton and commencing at 7.30pm on Thursday September 20 and 27 at the Naval Point Club, you will be treated to six very unique and different tales about local people’s experiences in Antarctica. Presentations are for twenty minutes followed by ten minutes of questions. Dr Margaret Bradshaw, a geologist will be the first speaker telling her tales about life in tents on the ice shelf living in very remote camps. Margaret has been to the frozen planet many times. Initially her visits related to her role as Curator of Geology at the Canterbury Museum but she’s also been involved in the University of Canterbury’s Postgraduate Course of Antarctic Studies where she has assisted with a couple of field trips. Robin Burton is coming all the way from Ashburton to tell the stories of his grandfather Bill Burton, a stoker on the Terra Nova for three years during the 1910-1913 British Antarctic Expedition. Robin touches on Bill’s role in the Navy, some of his experiences during the expedition and his life back in New Zealand. The final speaker for the first series will be David Ellis. David calls himself the “Head Honcho” of Earth Sea and Sky. The presentation will focus on “My father, Sir Edmund Hillary and 55 years of innovative clothing design”. David’s family business has been supplying the down clothing for the Scott Base teams for over 50 years plus they have been involved in numerous adventures including Ed Hillary’s farm tractor trip to the South Pole. .../ 2 Article: Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre Graphics: www.nzicefest.co.nz “ “ lyttelton review lyttelton harbour community update 3 September 2012 E55 www.lytteltonharbour.info
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Professionals Kennard Real Estate Limited MREINZ
www.kre.co.nz Providing Quality Local and Visitor Information
Lyttelton Antarctic Experience IceFest Speaker Series
IceFest is a brand new biennial festival that brings Antarctica to Christchurch. From September
14 to October 14 the city will be treated to a feast of talks, films, ice activities and exhibitions that
will entertain and inform you about this magnificent continent.
Christchurch and Lyttelton are both inextricably linked to the Antarctic. Lyttelton has played host to many of the epic discovery
voyages, tourism adventures and current day scientific activity that still occurs in port as the various research vessels call in either
on their way to the frozen planet or on the return journey. Whilst the majority of IceFest will be in Hagley Park, in recognition of
Lyttelton’s association with the Antarctic there are going to be some events in Lyttelton.
Project Lyttelton and Lyttelton Port of Christchurch are jointly hosting a local speaker’s series. MC’d by Andrew Turner from Project
Lyttelton and commencing at 7.30pm on Thursday September 20 and 27 at the Naval Point Club, you will be treated to six very
unique and different tales about local people’s experiences in Antarctica. Presentations are for twenty minutes followed by ten
minutes of questions.
Dr Margaret Bradshaw, a geologist will be the first speaker telling her tales about life in tents on the ice shelf living in very remote
camps. Margaret has been to the frozen planet many times. Initially her visits related to her role as Curator of Geology at the
Canterbury Museum but she’s also been involved in the University of Canterbury’s Postgraduate Course of Antarctic Studies where
she has assisted with a couple of field trips.
Robin Burton is coming all the way from Ashburton to tell the stories of his grandfather Bill Burton, a stoker on the Terra Nova for
three years during the 1910-1913 British Antarctic Expedition. Robin touches on Bill’s role in the Navy, some of his experiences
during the expedition and his life back in New Zealand.
The final speaker for the first series will be David Ellis. David calls himself the “Head Honcho” of Earth Sea and Sky. The
presentation will focus on “My father, Sir Edmund Hillary and 55 years of innovative clothing design”. David’s family business has
been supplying the down clothing for the Scott Base teams for over 50 years plus they have been involved in numerous adventures
including Ed Hillary’s farm tractor trip to the South Pole.
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Article: Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre
Graphics: www.nzicefest.co.nz
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Developing Lyttelton’s New Reserve Council Land Purchase Ready for Development
The Council’s purchase of the ‘Lyttelton Petanque Club’’ site on the corner of London Street and Canterbury Street is great news for Lyttelton. Thanks to the Christchurch City Council and everyone who encouraged them to step up.
So the question is, “what next?” As we understand it, there are no further Council resources committed to the design or
development of the site over the next year, which is fair enough.
Surely development of the Lyttelton town square is a project that is within the means of the Lyttelton community. Can we just get
on and do it? Lyttelton already has plenty of designers, builders, machinery, a whole range of materials, arborists, creativity,
gardeners and energy in the community.
What about starting with a community driven design process? This could be coordinated as a joint effort of different Lyttelton
community organisations. It might include elements of a design competition, but also collaborative community events to identify
different priorities for use of the space and features that we would like to have there. Let’s work towards a plan for this public
space that is widely supported and then get on and build it!
It may be that some parts of the site can be designed and built sooner and other areas later, as it is quite a big area. So where
should initial efforts be focused? Is there even scope for a community facility or community-managed commercial spaces at the
top of the site?
The Gap Filler initiative showed that a lot of pleasure can be gained from simple ideas and some enthusiastic working bees. So let’s
take that lead a step further. In the process we should be able to get an improved public space faster, and highlight our ability take
a lead in our recovery.
Maybe we can also acknowledge Gap Filler’s role in helping to start this ball rolling with a
fundraising event to help them go on to assist more Christchurch communities. It will be a
warm up for the fundraising for construction that will be needed.
Local resident Tim Taylor is happy to gather interest from organisations and individuals, and
then organise a get-together in a week or two to see if there is any mileage in these ideas. If
you are interested then please drop Tim a note on [email protected].
Article: Tim Taylor, with Thanks
Image: Christchurch City Council | Lyttelton Master Plan
about the lyttelton review Lyttelton Review is a community newsletter initiative developed by local Professionals real estate agent Lynnette Baird and Lyttelton
Harbour Information Centre chairperson Wendy Everingham. The objective of the Lyttelton Review is to help keep local residents
informed with what is going on in the wider Lyttelton Harbour community. Each week readers can read about community groups;
businesses; events; and everything in between. If you have an event, topic, cause, or other, that you would like to share with the harbour
community, then we would love to hear from you. Be heard, be seen, be informed - read it or offer it here.
Lyttelton Farmers Market Sheehan Apiaries: Meet Barry the Honey Man
Barry has been a regular stallholder at the Lyttelton Farmers Market for seven years. Yes, he is one of the original regulars and is generally the first vendor to arrive at the market each week. In the early days Barry was one of the “market team” opening the grounds each week and just being a great guy helping everyone set up.
Barry has been an apiarist for much of his life. Lyttelton is really lucky to have someone with so much experience
at the Lyttelton Farmers Market. Barry has been in the business for an amazing forty two years. Life with bees
began when he left school and he got a job with Airborne Honey. Interestingly that company began on the Banks
Peninsula but then moved to Leeston. Leeston has been the magnet for many honey businesses. Today there are
five commercial businesses operating there.
Barry’s first job at Airborne Honey set him up for life. In fact he became the partner and director of his own company for many
years. He talks fondly of all the opportunities that work brought. “New Zealand beekeepers are sought all over the world” he said.
He was lucky enough to secure work opportunities in Canada and California. Barry makes a plea for more young people to join the
industry. He thinks the lifestyle and the opportunities are wonderful. Barry would be more than happy to chat about that. He feels
the future is really positive and the bees are doing well despite what we might hear about diseases.
Towards the end of the 1990’s he sold that business and then moved into a smaller family business and that’s the company that he
works from today, Sheehan Apiaries. They look after 400 hives that on average produce five tonne of honey per hundred hives or
20 tonne in total of honey per year. They also have a honey extracting plant that extracts honey for other commercial beekeepers
and because they operate under a NZ Food Safety Association (RMP) they can extract up to 100 tons in a season.
Barry is basically semi retired from the business, so he gets to do all the ‘nice things’ now. Selling weekly at the Lyttelton Farmers
Market is one of those things. He laughs and says “I love all the people who visit my stall regularly, but don’t ask me what their
names are, I’m just the Honey Man to everyone”. The Lyttelton Farmers Market is the only market the Sheehan’s sell from. “It
suites our sized business and the support from the locals has always been wonderful” he said. At the market you’ll find his huge
range of honey products including manuka, clover, blends, blackcurrent, honey comb and all at very reasonable prices.
Contrary to the Lyttelton Farmers Market website, you will find that Barry is at the market every Saturday 10.00am to 1.00pm.
Pumpkin Chilli and Honey Soup
650 g pumpkin, peeled and chopped for roasting
1 onion
1 large tomato
1-2 cloves garlic
1 red chilli [milder version] finely chopped
1 tabs oil
Salt and pepper
1 tsp ground coriander, and ground cumin
600 ml chicken stock
200 ml coconut milk
1 tsp runny honey
Pre heat oven to 190C. Add oil, garlic, pumpkin, spices, chilli, salt and
pepper and toss to coat with oil. When the pumpkin is tender and crisp
remove from pan and add to stock on stove top. Bring to the boil.
Simmer 20 minutes. Add as much of the coconut milk as needed and
add the honey. Blend until smooth. Add more liquid or seasonings and
reheat gently.
Article: Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre
Recipe: Kate Fraser published “Not Just Pumpkin Soup” in the Weekend Press, May 2012
On the Move: Post Office Boxes Pending Demolition Sees PO Boxes Move
The PO Boxes [red Post Office Boxes] are being temporarily relocated this
week to the basement garage of the council flat at 25 Canterbury Street [the
open garage in the photo]. This is because our old block of buildings is due to be
demolished in the next few weeks. Mail will be available for collection from
there at all hours starting Thursday afternoon the 6th of September, until then
you are able to access your PO Box as normal.
To access the new boxes you will need a pin code to enter a lobby where you
can use your key to access the box as normal. This pin code will be available on
Thursday onward from Bells Pharmacy to box holders only: phone 328 8314.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we all continue to deal with the issues that arrive from these earthquakes.
A special thanks to Lyttelton Builders for helping us move at such short notice.
Article: John Thrupp and the team at Bells Pharmacy Lyttelton
New Girl in Town Storm Hairdressing: Kat Burnby
Sally at Storm Hairdressing is delighted to welcome Kat Burnby as a new stylist for
Lyttelton. Kat’s family is originally from Lyttelton, so returning here to live and work,
feels like home already for the bubbly and very friendly Kat.
Kat enjoys all aspects of hairdressing and styling. With over twenty years experience,
including eleven years owning and operating her own salon, Kat is extremely experienced
and knowledgeable to look after your styling needs. Kat enjoys meeting new people and
the social side of hairdressing.
While Kat’s three children keep her very busy, she enjoys fishing, swimming, netball
[including coaching] and the odd cheeky vino. Having recently moved into a villa on
Oxford Street, Kat is loving the close proximity to work and all that London Street offers.
Kat has already started at Storm Hairdressing, and is presently available Tuesday and Thursdays. Be sure to pop your head in the
door to say hello to this new girl in town, and while you are there, book in for your next style appointment.
Storm Hairdressing
34 London Street, Lyttelton
Phone: 03 328 8859
Lyttelton Port Company Assists with Fireworks Training Last week we advised there would be fireworks training on Wednesday 29 August between 6.00pm and 7.00pm at the breakwater
by Cashin Quay. A decision was made to postpone this event due to the outbreak of fire onboard a vessel located in the dry dock
last Wednesday evening. This activity has now been rescheduled for Monday 03 September at the same time and location. If you
require further information regarding locations and timings, please contact George Philips, Marine and Security Manager on
027 678 9026.
Article: Lyttelton Port Company
c’mon get involved Lyttelton is known for its culture of volunteer activity and community participation. If you have ever had the thought that you would like
to be more involved in the local community, but you are not sure where to go, or who to talk to? Start by having a conversation with the
team at the Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre, as they can give you some advice on the many types of great volunteer organisations
here in Lyttelton. If you are passionate about elderly care, sustainability, youth culture, harbour activities, heritage, radio, business
development, fundraising, or just about anything - then there is a group who would love for you to be involved!
LIFT Library Film Evening Wednesday 5 September
The next LIFT Library Film Evening will be held Wednesday 5 September, and will feature a documentary by the world-famous
Michael Moore, who loves revealing truths about society that upset many people in power, brings: “CAPITALISM – A LOVE STORY’
and features his usual persistence in uncovering information that makes us think. As with the last film ‘Thrive’ corporations come
under attack, in an effort to bring to light the need for more fairness and equality in our world.
Try for a taste - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitalism:_A_Love_Story
What: LIFT Library Film Evening
When: Wednesday 29 August
Where: The Portal, 54a Oxford Street [behind the swimming pool]
Time: 7.15pm film begins
Today’s quote would be appreciated by Michael Moore:
There is nothing so passionate as vested interest disguised as moral or intellectual conviction.
Italian Cooking Classes Some Funds Raised Go To Garden to Table Project
Unleash your inner Italian and learn to cook delicious, simple Italian food. Francesca Ronci
will impart the traditional knowledge that she learned at the side of her Nonna.
Thursday 13 September Gnocchi with bolognese sauce or zucchini sauce
Thursday 20 September Lasagne with béchamel and pesto or fish sauce
Thursday 27 September Raviolacci [Ravioli with pumpkin]
Thursday 4 October* Tiramisu including the savoiardi [biscuits]
Thursday 11 October* Panificazione - Italian bread making including pizza and calzone
Choose the classes you are interested in or come along to all five. Please register your interest by Thursday 6 September to
[email protected] or 329 3344 [evenings]. Payment is $25.00 per class [with $5 per class going to the school’s Garden to Table
project] or $125.00 for all five classes.
Classes will be held at Diamond Harbour school Te Kete Aronui [Library] on Thursdays from 7.00pm to 9.00pm.
If you are coming from Lyttelton we can collect you from the 6.40pmferry [arrives Diamond Harbour 6.40pm] and drop you at the
9.40pm ferry home.
*Please Note: The classes on 4 and 11 October may be postponed till the 18 and 25 October respectively if too many people are
intending on being away for school holidays.
Plenty to Share In Lyttelton so many residents grow vegetables; or have fruit trees literally dripping with produce. Plenty to Share is about sharing
any excess produce with the community. Tables are set up every Wednesday afternoon between 3.00pm and 6.00pm down on the
corner of London Street and Canterbury Street so that people can bring the produce down to share.
So if your lemon tree is yellow with goodness and you can’t keep up with making lemon curd or drinking enough gin and tonics,
bring those surplus fruits down to the organisers, where every Wednesday between 3pm and 6pm the swapping of produce is well
underway. If there is something on the Plenty to Share table that you would like to take home, then you are warmly invited to do
so. You will find Plenty to Share on the corner of London Street and Canterbury Street.
lyttelton market town Saturday mornings are never dull in Lyttelton! Enjoy the local markets including the Lyttelton Farmers Market for fresh produce, meat,
fish, eggs, honey and yummy baked goods. Head up to the Grassy Art and Craft Market for bargain items or unique art items from
creative local artists. Also be sure to check out the Community Garage Sale located up the driveway behind the swimming pool. The
Garage Sale is a fundraising activity for any Lyttelton community group; so if you’re not buying, feel free to donate items instead.
contact the lyttelton review The team at the Lyttelton Review would love to spread the word about your community group, fundraising efforts, local heroes, business
promotions, events and anything else that the local community would like to share. Deadline for any content: Friday before Monday
publication date. Phone, Email, or Post: Lyttelton Review, PO Box 94, Lyttelton 8841.
Darfield Earthquake: Two Years On The Lyttelton Review wanted to quietly acknowledge that this week represents the two year anniversary of the 7.1magnitude
earthquake that shook us from our beds at 4.35am, Saturday 4 September 2010. At the time it was the most damaging earthquake
in New Zealand since the Hawke’s Bay earthquake in 1931. While there is no dispute that Lyttelton experienced a much greater loss
from the February 2011 earthquake, the Darfield Earthquake was the beginning of what has been a challenging two year period,
with more than 10,000 aftershocks. In the Darfield Earthquake some Lyttelton residents lost their chimneys, some lost businesses
[forever] and others are still not back in their homes two years on. But despite the challenges, Lyttelton and it’s residents remain
strong and more connected than ever before.
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Draft Facilities Rebuild Plan to be Considered Lyttelton Facilities Within “Top 25 Significant Projects”
This week the Christchurch City Council’s Community, Recreation and Culture Committee will consider a report that proposes
twenty five significant Council-owned facilities be prioritised for funding, further investigation and, where possible, repairs. The
report also recommends the approval of a draft prioritised programme for the remainder of the 1,000 facilities included in the
Council’s Facilities Rebuild Plan project.
General Manager Community Services Michael Aitken says residents understandably want to know when repairs or other work will
begin on Council-owned facilities. “These are only recommendations at this stage. If elected members decide this is the way
forward, more work will need to be done to finalise the programme and to understand more about the facilities, such as the type
of repairs and earthquake strengthening needed, the cost of this work and how much of this will be covered by insurance.”
The proposed list of twenty five ‘significant projects’ includes a range of facilities that are currently closed. Some were closed
following the earthquakes while the Council has closed others after receiving Detailed Engineering Evaluation [DEE] assessments
which show they are below 34 percent of the New Building Standard [NBS].
The top twenty five were selected based on a criteria that considered a number of factors, including the impact the building’s
closure is having on the community. At the meeting this week, Staff will ask the committee to recommend the Council endorses
the criteria used for prioritisation, the top projects, and the way the rest of the programme has been prioritised. In the report,
staff recommend they should seek Council approval for many of the significant twenty five facilities by the end of this year, while
they should make recommendations to the Council on the remainder next year.
Community Recreation and Culture Committee Chairman Yani Johanson says, "While a huge focus has been on major facilities in
the Central City, it is important not to forget about our suburbs either. Local libraries, swimming pools, community halls, and
service centres are an integral part of having a well functioning city. As such, I believe it is vital that Council gives a clear indication
on key priorities for the permanent repair or replacement of local facilities. It is time to tell people where positive progress will be
made in the short term on helping to restore the quality of life that such amenities provide. I look forward to the Committee
having a robust discussion on what should happen when.”
Based on the criteria being proposed, the Lyttelton facilities include:
Lyttelton Harbour Visitors Centre and Public Toilet DEE Status 67% New Building Standard
An important asset for the local community. Since its closure after the 22 February earthquake, there has been no public toilet in
the township.
Lyttelton Recreation Centre and Trinity Hall DEE Status 29% New Building Standard
A key facility that supports community well being, with more than 22,000 participations per annum. It is used by a range of sports
groups and for public meetings, including the Lyttelton/Mt Herbert Community Board meeting. It is also the primary Civil Defence
Emergency Centre for Lyttelton. Alternate venues in Lyttelton have been severely damaged and demolished leaving the Recreation
Centre and Trinity Hall as one of the few viable assets to support CCC’s community outcomes. The gymnasium doubles as a large
assembly space for events and supports basketball, badminton, volleyball, indoor football, indoor bowls, dances, yoga, pilates,
group exercise, mothers' groups and foundation movement skills for children.
Lyttelton Pool [Norman Kirk Memorial Pool] DEE Status [Not Found]
The Norman Kirk Memorial Pool in Lyttelton is a key recreation facility for Lyttelton over the summer as there are no alternative
facilities in the community. Classes are held there for swim education for children, and it is widely used by the Lyttelton and Mt
Herbert Community, with more that 7,000 summer participations/
Lyttelton Service Centre DEE Status 10% New Building Standard
This facility provides key services to the local community
For more information about the Facilities Rebuild Plan project, visit www.ccc.govt.nz/facilitiesrebuild
Article: Christchurch City Council | Press Release and Supporting Documentation | Thursday 30 August 2012
1890’s Building Rates Best Against New Building Standard Reviewing the documentation from Council Staff regarding Council facilities identified for repair or reinstatement, we found it
interesting that the Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre and Public Toilets on Oxford Street, built circa 1890, complies with the
highest percentage against the New Building Standard, well ahead of any other Lyttelton Council building constructed post 1970:
1880 - 1890 Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre, 18 Oxford Street 67% New Building Standard
1970 - 1979 Lyttelton Library, Corner Canterbury and London Street 40% New Building Standard
1980 - 1989 Christchurch City Council Service Centre, 35 London Street 10% New Building Standard
1980 - 1989 Lyttelton Recreation Centre, 29 Winchester Street 29% New Building Standard
If anyone can tell us why, after just a few decades, the Council buildings are rating so low against today’s building standard, verses
the early settlement buildings, we would be pleased to post a response here.
Snippet: Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre
CERA Green Zone Community Meetings CERA Press Release Date: 07 August 2012
CERA is coordinating community meetings for green zone property owners. These are an opportunity to hear from, and talk with,
representatives from CERA, Building and Housing, insurers, Council and EQC on the latest information, including the issues facing
property owners in technical category 3.
The meetings will run from 27 August when more information will be available about flood risk, insurance processes and land
damage assessments. These meetings are part of CERA's ongoing communications and engagement with property owners. Please
feel free to attend a meeting that is at a time, date and place that best suits you. You do not need to register to attend.
Friday 14 September 6.00pm - 8.30pm Opawa School 30 Ford Road, Opawa
Friday 21 September 6.00pm - 8.30pm Grace Vineyard Church 111 Seaview Road, New Brighton
Friday 28 September 6.00pm - 8.30om EFK Samoan Church Hall 9 Vili Place, Woolston
Red Zone Offer Ready for Port Hills Residents CERA Press Release Date: 31 August 2012
The Chief Executive of the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority, Roger Sutton, says the owners of eligible properties in the
Port Hills will receive information about their Red Zone offer from this week. Since June, 406 properties on the Port Hills have been
zoned Red, due to the life risk associated with rock fall and cliff collapse. A further 45 properties are still zoned White while the
final analysis on their land is completed. Mr Sutton says the Government offer that will be made to Port Hills’ property owners will
be very similar to that offered to owners of eligible properties on the flat land.
However there are some differences. The offer will be valid for 12 months or until 31 August 2013, whichever comes first.
However the settlement date will be six weeks after the sale and purchase agreement is signed. This will allow for expedited
settlement, and has been put in place due to the life risk associated with the Port Hills properties. “This will allow these property
owners to have enough time to consider the offer, but for those who make their decision early in the process, it will mean
completing the sale much faster. This is not the same as the process outlined for owners in the flat land, but this is necessary given
the life risk associated with these Port Hills properties.”
Some Port Hills residents have already returned consent forms to CERA. Filling these out and returning them gives CERA the
authority to prepare an offer for consideration, and is not an agreement of acceptance on the property owner’s behalf. For the
property owners who have already received and returned their consent forms, offers are now being finalised and will be sent out
shortly.
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in the growth of the Lyttelton Review. One page at a time we are all working together to help connect residents around the Lyttelton
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to everyone who receives and continues to contribute to the success of the Lyttelton Review - your views, ideas and stories are
appreciated and always welcomed.
Southern Insight Mediation Retreat From Lyttelton resident Margaret Kilvington: SOUTHERN INSIGHT MEDITATION SPRING RETREAT
Meditation and Qi gong with Jeremy Logan and Mark Bouckoms.
Meditation is a great way to deal with all sorts of issues including feelings of discontent and dissatisfaction. It also helps us learn to
develop a greater capacity to care for ourselves and others. While it can feel difficult to “give up” the time, no-one ever regrets
doing it and without fail people feel recharged and replenished. The Qigong makes this retreat something very special and
especially good for beginners, since it allows us to move in a meditative way between periods of sitting. The meditative
environment also allows people to learn the Qi gong effectively and quickly. The retreat is suitable for anyone of whatever
religious affiliation [including no affiliation].
Join us from Tuesday 11 September [evening] to Sunday 16 September [midday] at Staveley Campsite. Cost: $220, includes all
food and bunkroom accommodation. For more information, check out http://www.southern-insight.org.nz or phone Dermot on
381 4617.
Dental Services Underway at Canterbury Charity Hospital The Canterbury Charity Hospital Trust, in conjunction with the Canterbury Branch of the New Zealand Dental Association, have
commenced free dental services at the Charity Hospital’s expanded premise in Harewood Road, Christchurch. The $1.9 million new
hospital wing houses the dental surgery, counselling rooms and an endoscopy suite, signalling the continuing and growing need for
free medical and dental services in Canterbury for some people who would otherwise not be able to access the treatments they
need.
Canterbury Charity Hospital Trust Chairperson Philip Bagshaw says the Canterbury Branch of the New Zealand Dental Association
approached the Charity Hospital last year, offering to provide dental services. When the home adjacent to the original Charity
Hospital became available, the Trust decided the timing was perfect to expand their services to include dental care, counselling
and endoscopy. “It is fantastic to have dentists and dental assistants on board and volunteering their expertise and time free of
charge. The Charity Hospital has always been about those in our community helping others in the community and this new wave
of volunteerism reinforces the strength of community spirit in Canterbury,” says Bagshaw.
Stuart Johnson, a Christchurch based dentist, is among those who are volunteering to work for free at the Charity Hospital, where
clinics will initially be run two days a week. Johnson is a member of the Charity Hospital’s sub-committee, which has been set up to
manage the dental services, and is also a member of the Charity Hospital’s clinical board. Fellow dentists Susan Gorrie and Chris
Newbold join him on the sub-committee. “The sub-committee have set up a new and fully operational surgery at the Charity
Hospital. The surgery itself has brand new, state-of-the-art equipment and materials and is very well equipped. Referrals will be
made through dentists within the Canterbury district and through the Christchurch Hospital’s dental department,” explains
Johnson.
When asked why dentists are volunteering their services free of charge, Johnson says they are well aware that finance is
sometimes a barrier to dental treatment. “It is nice to be able to give back to the community in some way,” he says. Treatments
will include amalgam and tooth coloured fillings, non-urgent extractions, cleaning and gum treatment and root fillings on front
teeth.
People wishing to find out if they are eligible for treatment at the clinic should speak to their own dentist to find out about
referrals.
“Dental health is no different to any other area of health. A diseased mouth means ill health. There are also direct links between
poor oral health and other health issues, such as heart disease. Psychologically, a nice smile itself can be a huge confidence
builder, so a nice smile and no pain when eating or drinking can make a big difference to a person’s overall wellbeing,” says
Johnson.
Article: Gemma Walter Programme Coordinator | Hornby and Ashburton | Work and Income | Ph: 029 201 4289
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Lyttelton Harbour
Community Garage Sale
All donations of good used, or new, household items greatly accepted at Project Lyttelton 54a Oxford Street. Please do not donate items
that cannot be sold, as this increases our costs trying to take unwanted items to the charity barn, or worse still the rubbish depot.
Lyttelton Community Association
New members welcome. As an issues based organisation, we do not hold regular meetings. If you would like to be advised of when the
next meeting will be held, or have an issue to discuss, please email us at [email protected] or phone Ken Maynard 03 328 9553.
Lyttelton Community House
Meals for the elderly continue to be prepared and delivered daily. If you know of any elderly residents who need this service, or would
like to volunteer to assist, please contact Christine or Courtenay 03 741 1427.
Lyttelton Harbour Basin COMMUNITY Civil Defence
New members welcome. Meet second Monday of every month, 7.00pm St Johns Ambulance Station, London Street. To become involved
contact the Area Co-ordinator Julie Lee on 03 328 7779 or 027 739 1832.
Lyttelton Harbour Business Association
For more details visit: www.lytteltonharbour.co.nz
Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre
Monday to Friday 11.00am to 3.00pm; Saturday 10.00am to 1.00pm; Sunday 11.00am - 2.00pm.
Lyttelton Harbour/Whakaraupo Issues Group
New members welcome. Initiatives and successes for improving the harbour environment and water quality continue. Main group
meetings are six times a year. Contact Claire Findlay 03 328 8930 or Melanie Dixon 03 329 9908.
Lyttelton Lions
Meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Community House at 7.30pm. Anyone interested in becoming involved, or anyone who would
like to learn more about this organisation, is most welcome. Contact Mary Jamieson 03 328 8523.
Lyttelton Historical Museum Society
Lyttelton Museum committee is developing a concept plan for the re-building of Lyttelton Museum . Meetings held once a month. New
members, donations or any other support is welcomed. Lyttelton Museum, PO Box 95, Lyttelton. 328 8972 [email protected]
Lyttelton Reserves Management Committee
Reserves Committee meets on a regular basis to make decisions about the management of the reserves. It organises weed control and
planting programmes that include public and schools planting days. To be involved email the group at [email protected].
Lyttelton Time Bank
Either Bettina, Lisa or Lottie will be at the Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 9.00am
to 11.00am. Phone: 021 806 406 or email the team at [email protected]
Lyttelton Volunteer Fire Brigade
Meets for training and maintenance every Thursday night from 7.00pm at the temporary station in the Lyttelton Port Company admin
building car park, 56 Norwich Quay. If you are interested in joining, then pop on in. Russ Barron, Brigade Secretary.
Lyttelton Youth Centre
Youth Centre/Community House, 7 Dublin Street, Lyttelton. Contact Christine 03 741 1427 for further details.
Plunket Playgroup
The Plunket Playgroup can be found at Lyttelton Main School, every Monday and Wednesday, 10.00am to 12noon. 50 cents donation and
everyone is welcome. Contact Lisa York-Jones 03 328 8918 for more information.
Project Lyttelton
The Portal, 54a Oxford Street, Lyttelton [located behind the Swimming Pool]. Office 03 328 9243.
Toy Library
The Lyttelton Toy Library is now at 25 Canterbury Street. Sessions are every second Saturday 9.00am to 11.00am. $42.00 per year to join.
Provides children 0-5 years with toys, puzzles, games, dress-ups to loan. Contact Toy Librarian: Roz Jenkins 328 8552.
Volcano Radio
Currently - Off Air. Fundraising t-shirts available from Portico, 48 London Street.
Diamond Harbour Bronwen Jones– Writing and PR Services Rawhiti Street 03 329 4303 www.bronwen-jones.com
Chalfont Cafe | D.Harbour Country Store 2 Waipapa Avenue 03 329 4854 Open 7 Days till 5.30pm
Diamond Harbour Ferry Waipapa Avenue 03 328 9078
Diamond Harbour Medical Centre 2a Waipapa Avenue 03 329 4402
Orton Bradley Park Marine Drive 03 329 4730
Snowdrop Cottage Children’s Store Waipapa Avenue 03 329 4464 Open 7 Days 9.00am - 5.00pm
Shunyata Retreat | Day Spa 10 Rawhiti Street 03 329 4773 Contact Paru
Thrive: Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Nutrition Private Address 03 329 3254 Mark and Lou Warren
For news, events, and what is open or closed in Diamond Harbour, visit: www.diamondharbour.info
Governors Bay At Home Childcare Limited 18 Bay Heights 03 329 9970 Neave Ross-Wallace
Governors Bay Hotel 52 Main Road 03 329 9433
She Chocolat 79 Main Road 03 329 9825
Living Springs Bamfords Road 03 329 9788
For news, events, and what is open or closed in Governors Bay, visit: www.governorsbay.net.nz
Lyttelton � Dockside Apartments. Three private apartments enjoying harbour views, now open and available for casual holiday or
short term occupancy. Scenic and so close to London Street, this is an ideal option for friends or family to stay. Options
range from studio; one bedroom or two bedroom apartment. Tariff from $90 - $120 per night. Phone Grant or Kathy
on 03 325 5707 or view more details online www.dockside.co.nz.
� No.1 Apartment. Warm two bedroom apartment with magnificent harbour views available for holiday or short term
accommodation. Undercover parking. Tariff $120 per night with minimum three night stay. Longer rates available on
enquiry. Phone Linda 03 328 9128 or 021 254 4986.
� Randolph Apartment. Private two bedroom modern apartment with superb views across Lyttelton and inner harbour
is now available for holiday or short term accommodation. Apartment features private spa, bar-b-que area, off street
parking for one vehicle, and all the mod-cons including WIFI and MySky television. Tariff from $120.00 per day, with
minimum three night stay. Longer term rates available. Phone Heather 03 328 8585 or 03 328 8584.
� The Rookery. Built in 1866 The Rookery Bed and Breakfast is one of the oldest surviving local cottages, with wonderful
panoramic views of the historic port town of Lyttelton, the main harbour, Quail Island, surrounding hills and volcanic
cliffs. Three beautifully renovated rooms are available; one with ensuite facilities. Tariff from $115 - $160 per night.
Phone Angus or Rene Macpherson on 03 328 8038 or view more details on line www.therookery.co.nz.
Diamond Harbour � Diamond Harbour Lodge is the perfect place to relax, enjoy and unwind. Offering harbour sea views, spacious rooms,
TV/DVD, CD player, large selection of books, board games, free wireless internet, fridge, toaster, jug, microwave, sink,
selection of tea, complimentary cookies, electric blankets, underfloor heating in bathroom, heated towel rail, linden
leaves toiletries, towelling bath robes. Robyn and Pete Hedges 3 329 4005 or visit www.diamondharbour lodge.co.nz � Manaaki Eco Farmstay Purau offers self contained ensuite accommodation. One or two bedrooms with spacious fully
equipped kitchen/living in a beautiful rural setting overlooking Purau Bay. Holiday (min 2 nights) or longer term rates
available. Contact Wendy ph 329 3202 or view us online www.ecofarmstaypurau.co.nz
� Mt Evans Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation in two self contained cottages. Quiet rural setting only 500m from
the beach. For further information contact Pauline 03 329 4414 or visit www.mtevansbnb.co.nz
� The Old Exchange Bed and Breakfast right in the heart of the Village at 2 Waipapa Avenue. Two queen sized bedrooms
with ensuite bathrooms, own private entrance, sea views and within walking distance of the Ferry. Contact Jill 03 329
4275 or 027 482 6014.
� Orton Bradley Park offer self contained camper van sites for overnight stays. Services include 15 powered sites;
treated drinking water; toilet blocks and dump site, with the golf club and tennis court next door. Fees start from
$15.00 per night for two persons, with additional adults at $6.00 per night. Contact 03 329 4730.
Governors Bay � Governors Bay Bed and Breakfast offers a place to relax and rejuvenate on nine acres to bush side paradise beside the
harbour. Enjoy breakfast on the deck while listening to the native bird song. Furnished room with ensuite bathroom
and separate sitting area also available for short term rent for those seeking emergency accommodation. For more
details contact Eva on 03 329 9727, or view on line www.gbbedandbreakfast.co.nz.
� Governors Bay Hotel has been restored to it’s former glory and offers six guest rooms located on the first floor
level. All rooms recently renovated with 32 inch flat screen televisions, queen size beds, free wifi broadband, heaters,
electric blankets and vanities. Four of the rooms have direct verandah access through French doors opening out onto
a balcony with wonderful views over the Lyttelton harbour. Contact the Governors Bay Hotel on 03 329 9433 or view
more details on line: www.governorsbayhotel.co.nz.
� Living Springs offer an array of accommodation options from fully service private rooms, studios, twin rooms, shared
bunkrooms to outdoor camping. Also available are some powered caravan sites. All rooms are clean, comfortable and
well maintained for your relaxation. Contact Living Springs on 03 329 9788 or view more details on line:
www.livingsprings.co.nz.
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Community House Lunch 12.00pm Upstairs: 7 Dublin Street Everyone welcome, meet new friends
Lyttelton St John Youth Division 6.00pm St John Ambulance Station Training Room | New Members Welcome
Tuesday Night Live Music 7.30pm Wunderbar, London Street Open Mic Night | Musicians Showcase
Noble Savage 8.00pm Porthole Bar, London Street With Ben Brown and The Black Mac | Free
05 Wednesday
Creativity Meet 10.00am Lyttelton Library, London St Knit, Crochet or Bring Another Hand Craft
Community Garden 10.00am The Portal, 54a Oxford Street Shared lunch from 12.00pm
Plenty to Share 3.00pm Cnr London and Canterbury Bring, Exchange and Share Food
LIFT Library - Film Evening 7.15pm The Portal, 54a Oxford Street Thought Provoking Film Series
Marlon Williams Live Music 8.00pm Porthole Bar, London Street Live Music Wednesday | Free
06 Thursday
New Zealand Youth Choir 3.30pm Naval Point Club Free Concert | Donations Welcome
Post Office Boxes Relocated 2.00pm 25 Canterbury Street Garage under the council flats Lyttelton Volunteer Fire Brigade 7.00pm LPC Building, 56 Norwich Quay Weekly training etc | New members welcome
Contra Dance Night 7.30pm Private Address, Cass Bay Contact Bill 03 328 8985 | $5
Al Park Live Music Thursday 8.00pm Porthole Bar, London Street Live Music Thursday | Free
Plastic Paco 8.30pm Wunderbar, London Street Dreamy Alternative Country Pop Sound
07 Friday
Senior Exercise Class 10.30am Lyttelton Main School Hall All welcome. $5.00 per session
Lyttelton Club Live Music 7.00pm Top Club, 23 Dublin Street Onset - Country Style Covers Band | Free
Tono with Hannah Harding 8.30pm Wunderbar, London Street Joined by Poet Ben Brown
08 Saturday
Lyttelton Farmers Market 10.00am Lyttelton Main School Fresh produce direct to you
Lyttelton Garage Sale 10.00am The Portal, 54a Oxford Street Second Hand Bargains and More
Grassy Market 10.00am The Grassy, Oxford Street Art, Craft and Bric-a-Brac
Wool Fun Day 10.00am 73 Bayview Road, Church Bay Mary Ogilvie 03 329 4040 | Koha Appreciated
Night Choir 8.30pm Wunderbar, London Street Alternative country pop
09 Sunday
Combined Church Service 10.00am St Josephs Parish Centre 21 Exeter Street | All welcome
Live Jazz Sundays 3.00pm Freemans, London Street Carmel Courtney Live | Free
Lyttelton Club Live Music 5.00pm Top Club, 23 Dublin Street Featuring Al Park| Free
Cross Dressing Sunday|Sundae Beats 8.30pm Wunderbar, London Street Pop on a Frock | Visit Ms Candy Applebottom
