Bay Harbour: December 05, 2018

PAGE 6 BAY HARBOUR Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Wednesday <strong>December</strong> 5 <strong>2018</strong> News Work starts to prevent flooding in Little River • By Louis Day WORK TO reduce the risk of flooding in Little River is now under way. Banks Peninsula Community Board member Tori Peden said some money had been put aside to combat the risk of flooding in the area. “There have been people on the ground inspecting a few of the old drains to figure out what the game plan is going forward.” The move to address the threat of flooding was prompted by a submission on the Long Term Plan from the Little River Wairewa Community Trust. Trust chairman Robert Burch said reducing the risk of flooding would make Little River a “happier and healthier place to live.” “We will be able to proceed with other items of infrastructure that includes a recreation area behind the river being regenerated, that includes things like walkways from Western Valley Rd to the school to make access easier, it will also go a long way in ensuring State Highway 75 remains open.” The Gaiety hall maintenance under way MAINTENANCE on the 139-year-old Italianate theatre, known as the “ornament” of Akaroa is now under way. The Gaiety was damaged in the February 22, 2011, earthquake and enjoyed a grand reopening in April 2016 after being repaired and strengthened, but further work is now required. Work began on Monday and city council Community Facilities Specialist Paul McKeefry expected it to be completed by mid-February. “Like all great heritage buildings, The Gaiety needs a little • By Louis Day CONCERNS OVER the state of Jeannie’s Cottage are growing as it continues to be neglected by the city council. Akaroa Civic Trust member Victoria Andrews said the cottage had deteriorated to an almost irreparable state over the winter. “The council has let Jeannie’s Cottage deteriorate to the point where it is demolition by neglect.” extra attention when it comes to routine maintenance.” The roof to the main hall will be replaced and borer treatment will be applied throughout the building. A number of boards throughout the building including the weatherboards on the south external wall, the deck boards and some of the boards on the floor of the main hall will also be replaced. The Gaiety will be open for all existing bookings, however, it will be closed while internal work is being carried out during the day. Cottage neglect concerns trust The cottage at 40 Rue Jolie was built in the late 1870s. Deputy mayor and Banks Peninsula councillor Andrew Turner said he shared the concerns of the trust. “I am worried about the decay to the building and also the image it presents in Akaroa being a key site.” City council took expressions of interest in regard to the cottage and is currently undertaking a request for proposal process. Cr Turner, however, was unhappy with the amount of time this was taking. “I am doing everything I possibly can to ensure we get on with what needs to be done, both in terms of repairs to the cottage and also to get that request for proposal process out of the way so we can determine future use as soon as possible.” The process was expected to be finished before Christmas, however, Cr Turner has requested for the cottage to be prioritised so the process can be finished even sooner. IN ITS PRIME: Jeannie’s Cottage in 1954. Fashionable Functional Footwear at Feet First Podiatry TAOs Summer Shoe Wear HEAT PUMP SALE NOW ON! Amazin’ summer Specials!! • We will offer you the best quality brands and option of heat pump for your home/business • Providing Heat Pump solutions for over 16 years to Cantabrians • We personally guarantee all our products & installs for 5 years (providing annual maintenance has been completed) Phone us today for your free consultation & quote RiccaRton 37 Main South Road RedcliFFS 2 augusta Street bay harbour MaRShlandS daRField now servicing 427 Marshland Road darfield Pharmacy oXFoRd Ph 348 7910 | www.feetfirst.co.nz 41A SHAKESPEARE RD, WALTHAM PHONE 03 366 <strong>05</strong>25 www.enviromaster.co.nz “A local team for local people” FlY awaY with Singapore airlineS win a Singapore getawaY For two FlYing preMiUM eConoMY ClaSS inClUDeS aCCoMMoDation worth $7000 One lucky winner will be winging their way to Singapore with a friend courtesy of Singapore Airlines and Star Media. As well as enjoying Premium Economy Class, the winners will enjoy 3 nights’ accommodation with breakfast. A great chance to explore and see the exotic sights this city has to offer. It’s easy to enter, just visit www.starmedia.kiwi/chca350 and enter your details with the unique code below to be in to win. Kk7354v2 Terms and conditions apply, please see website for details. All entries must be in by Sunday 16th <strong>December</strong>. Winners to be announced in The Star and online on the 20th of <strong>December</strong>.

Nuk Korako National List MP based in the Port Hills Please feel free to contact my office if there is anything I can help you with. A E P Wednesday <strong>December</strong> 5 <strong>2018</strong> 6/950 Ferry Road, Ferrymead nuk.korakomp@parliament.govt.nz 03 384 0008 /nukkorako.PortHills korako.co.nz Funded by the Parliamentary Service and authorised by Nuk Korako, 6/950 Ferry Road, Ferrymead, Christchurch YOUR LOCAL ACCOUNTANT • Financial Statement Preparation • Tax Preparation & Compliance • Xero & MYOB Specialists • We come to you 7 Margot Lane Mount Pleasant, Christchurch Phone 3844-633 Cell 021-677-670 steven@sclarke.co.nz Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi Frustration over wharf delays • By Louis Day FRUSTRATION IS growing for fishermen on Akaroa wharf as they continue to be impeded by some of Black Cat Cruises’ structures which fall on to public land. The Banks Peninsula Community Board requested all non-consented structures, such as disability access ramps, seating, signage and canopies, be removed within three months back in July. In spite of this, two disability ramps still remain more than a month after they were meant to be removed. Black Cat Cruises chief executive Paul Milligan said it is waiting on the city council to approve its new plans. “We were hoping this would be resolved weeks ago, but we are waiting on the council as much as anyone is at this stage.” Veteran fisherman of 50 years and Akaroa Fishermen’s Association head John Wright said he was sick and tired of waiting for a resolution. “We have been on to this for a good year, maybe more. All we are asking [city council] is to enforce the rules they have put in place.” Mr Wright said the combination of the disability ramps and crowds of tourists from cruise CROWDED: The combination of tourists from cruise ships and disability ramps on Akaroa wharf have made it almost impossible for local fishermen to do their job. ships were a real issue. “There are some days where it is impossible to get a chiller truck on to the wharf to unload our fishing vessels. If it’s a hot day and we’ve got fish on the deck, it spoils in the hot sun.” Deputy Mayor and Banks Peninsula city councillor Andrew Turner said getting rid of the disability ramps was not as simple as first thought. “It transpired that it wouldn’t be that easy to remove the ramps and ensure the accessibility of the disabled. That has led to an ongoing conversation with our staff and Black Cat Cruises on how to resolve this issue.” Cr Turner was confident the conflict would be resolved in the upgrade of the wharf. About $10.5 million has been put aside for the upgrade, which is expected to start in April. “This really is an opportunity to make sure that what we have got is fit for purpose and that it is able to accommodate all of the various businesses that the Akaroa wharf is home to.” Cr Turner said the widening of the wharf entrance and wharf itself was a strong possibility in the upgrade. COMING EVENTS Wednesday OPEN MIC WITH LYN (formerly Janes Wine Bar) Thursday 7PM KARAOKE TALENT QUEST HEAT THREE THIS THURSDAY Friday 7.30PM LYNN Saturday NEIL ALEXANDER Sunday ARVO JASON & SHARKEY POOL COMPETITION EVERY SUNDAY FROM 2PM BAY HARBOUR Local News Now Settlers Bar is striving to become, with your help, the next entertainment hub of Christchurch, focussing on Open Mic Nights, Jam Sessions, Live Music catering for most ages, Karaoke, and other entertainment most night. As we are new, we are looking for a pool team, social club etc. Also having gaming machines and are community minded, we would like to hear from clubs locally, who we may be able to offer assistance to, or would like to run Raffles or Fundraisers. CASH PRIZES! KARAOKE TALENT QUEST HEAT THREE THIS THURSDAY Enter at bar or message Sharkey www.facebook.com/ Settlers-Cafe-Bar-Restaurant NEW GAMING MACHINE LOUNGE |Cafe | Bar | Restaurant 1060 Ferry Rd, Ferrymead | p. 03 376 4448 | e. settlersbarcafe@outlook.co.nz PAGE 7 Fire rages, homes at risk BANNED: People in non-self contained vehicles can no longer freedom camp in Akaroa. New freedom camping restrictions in effect FREEDOM camping restrictions in Akaroa came into force on Saturday. Freedom campers are now restricted to three marked areas near the Akaroa Croquet Club on Woodhill Rd. The freedom camping area allows 18 fully self-contained vehicles to stay overnight. Non-selfcontained vehicles are prohibited. This comes after the city council agreed to alter the Freedom Camping Bylaw to restrict where people can camp in vehicles overnight. Under the original bylaw, freedom camping was banned in Akaroa’s commercial and main waterfront areas, but people were allowed to camp in self-contained vehicles for up to two nights in other parts of the township, including residential areas. The amendment to the bylaw followed a summer of complaints from Akaroa residents about unsavoury behaviour from some freedom campers. Deputy Mayor and Banks Peninsula city councillor Andrew Turner said the city council wanted to encourage a positive relationship between the community and freedom campers. “Amending the bylaw means we can manage some of the more negative impacts of freedom camping while still allowing responsible freedom campers to be able to enjoy what Akaroa has to offer.” UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP HaHa Wine Range excl P/Noir Jamesons 1 Litre Absolut Flavours 700ml Woodstock 5% 18pk Bottles Budweiser 12pk Bottles Steinlager Pure 12pk Bottles $ 11 99 each $ 47 99 each $ 34 99 each $ 29 99 pack $ 22 99 pack $ 25 99 pack 9 Humphreys Drive, Ferrymead (down Kite Lane, opposite Casual & Country) | Phone: 03 376 4079 | OPEN 7 DAYS Prices valid Wednesday Dec 5 – Tuesday Dec 11