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  1. Policy, Environment, Planning & Community Committee — 9.30 am, 14 Oct 2026 The councilChristchurch City Council
  2. Surfer dies after being pulled ashore on Christchurch beach Surfer dies after being pulled ashore on Christchurch beach The newsStuff
  3. Lyttelton is heading into another subdued cruise season with about 15,000 fewer passengers expected, even as several other South Island… Lyttelton is heading into another subdued cruise season with about 15,000 fewer passengers expected, even as several other South Island ports add more ship visits. The PressBlayne Slabbert
  4. Nematoceran Flies seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand Nematoceran Flies seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand iNaturalistaldwinromeo
  5. europesays.com/3304021/ Christchurch double homicide: Former Devils Henchmen president among dead europesays.com/3304021/ Christchurch double homicide: Former Devils Henchmen president among dead FediverseEurope Says
  6. Christchurch Station - Unknown Date - Photo taken by Brian Rose Christchurch Station - Unknown Date - Photo taken by Brian Rose FlickrOldRailPics
  7. Hi, we are selling our townhouse in Riccarton and are wanting recommendations on good real estate agents, particularly based on experience if possible. Thanks r/chchElmoz_2000
  8. Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board — 4.30 pm, 13 Oct 2026 The councilChristchurch City Council
  9. Swimmer dies after being pulled ashore on Christchurch beach Swimmer dies after being pulled ashore on Christchurch beach The newsStuff
  10. A conversation between iconic Māori activist Tāme Iti and one of Christchurch’s best loved musician’s was the first event to sell out at… A conversation between iconic Māori activist Tāme Iti and one of Christchurch’s best loved musician’s was the first event to sell out at this year’s WORD literary festival, with the event looking to report a surplus before the end of the financial year. The PressVictoria Meakin
  11. Cutleaf burnweed seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand Cutleaf burnweed seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand iNaturalistaldwinromeo
  12. Our Self-Guided Walking Tour of Christchurch in New Zealand shows you the highlights of # Christchurch and it includes a short # Murals… Our Self-Guided Walking Tour of Christchurch in New Zealand shows you the highlights of # Christchurch and it includes a short # Murals Tour. # NewZealand https:// backpackandsnorkel.com/Christc hurch/#tour FediverseBackpack and Snorkel
  13. IMG20261011130554 IMG20261011130554 FlickrSandyEm
  14. I’m in the planning stages of a bathroom renovation and want some recommendations on good places to go look at all those required bits and pieces (mainly vanity, bath, mirror, shower). I’ve googled bathroom stores and there’s a lot to wade through. I guess my budget is mid range. I want decent quality stuff that’s going to last well and can cope with a house full of kids. Not Trade Depot lol. Bonus points if staff are cool. r/chchdrychicken69
  15. Workshop - Council — 10 am, 13 Oct 2026 The councilChristchurch City Council
  16. Win a fashion escape to the Christchurch Spring Fashion Festival for two! The newsNewstalk ZB
  17. A growing problem that is not a good look for Timaru has Rangitata MP James Meager calling on NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi to improve… A growing problem that is not a good look for Timaru has Rangitata MP James Meager calling on NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi to improve appearances. The PressDoug Sail
  18. Beetles seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand Beetles seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand iNaturalistaldwinromeo
  19. Christchurch double homicide: Former Devils Henchmen president among dead https://www. byteseu.com/2442527/ Christchurch double homicide: Former Devils Henchmen president among dead https://www. byteseu.com/2442527/ FediverseBytes Europe
  20. IMG20261011130425 IMG20261011130425 FlickrSandyEm
  21. My partner and I are interested in moving to Christchurch next year. It seems like a bustling place with affordable housing. I’m wanting to know your thoughts on what it’s like to live there, particularly for a young couple. I’m a landscaper and he’s a sparky. We’re wanting to buy our first house somewhere affordable where there’s good work potential. Is meeting people/networking etc good there? What are the upsides and downsides in your opinion? What do people do for fun? We come from a place in NZ where we both have good paying jobs and our co-workers/community is amazing, but the housing prices are next level and make it near impossible to get your foot in the door. Cheers! r/chchabyssolthott
  22. Information Session/Workshop - Waipuna Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton Community Board, 13 Oct 2026 The councilChristchurch City Council
  23. Christchurch beach drowning: Man dies despite efforts of local surfers Christchurch beach drowning: Man dies despite efforts of local surfers The newsNZ Herald
  24. It is a talent show, a gig and party all rolled into one and now cemented as a Christchurch institution. It is a talent show, a gig and party all rolled into one and now cemented as a Christchurch institution. The PressVictoria Meakin
  25. Matagouri seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand Matagouri seen — Kennedys Bush, Christchurch, New Zealand iNaturalistaldwinromeo
  26. After playing a few levels of the Japanese Ramen Simulator # game you start to crave the real deal 😁 Time for a bowl of spicy # vegan… After playing a few levels of the Japanese Ramen Simulator # game you start to crave the real deal 😁 Time for a bowl of spicy # vegan ramen at Ramen Ria. FediverseMarty | 123NZ & TravelGeek
  27. IMG20261011130454 IMG20261011130454 FlickrSandyEm
  28. Hi all, I’ve got a very early flight coming up and need to get to the Chch airport. Don’t have my own vehicle and buses don’t run that early. Is an uber booked ahead of time guaranteed? I’ve not done it before and am nervous they’ll cancel or something and I’ll be stuck. Is this an unreasonable fear? I presume others have needed to get to the airport that early, too 😅, so what have you used? Thanks! r/chchOkayestBarista90
  29. Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board — 4 pm, 12 Oct 2026 The councilChristchurch City Council
  30. German pharma giant Merck pumps millions into Christchurch start-up German pharma giant Merck pumps millions into Christchurch start-up The newsNZ Herald

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